19th week of 2013 patent applcation highlights part 2 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20130111741 | BAFFLE PLATE DISASSEMBLING INSTRUMENT - A baffle plate disassembling instrument for an electronic device is disclosed. The baffling plate disassembling instrument for a comprises a handle; a bracket mounted on a top end of the handle; and two engaging members mounted on a top side of the bracket, the two engaging members are configure to be inserted into the baffling plate; wherein a distance between the two engaging members is adjustable according to the baffling plate. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111742 | Conductive Sleeved Fastener Assembly - A conductive sleeved fastener assembly includes an electrically-conductive fastener having a fastener head and a fastener shank extending from the fastener head and an electrically-conductive fastener sleeve receiving the fastener shank of the fastener and a fastener sleeve flange provided on the fastener sleeve and disposed in direct contact with the fastener head of the fastener. A method of preparing a conductive sleeved fastener for use is also disclosed. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111743 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING FLAT COAXIAL CABLE - A method for manufacturing a flat coaxial cable includes the steps of: providing two composite layers having a first A aperture, a second A aperture, a first B aperture and a second B aperture; adhering the composite layers on a signal wire and exposing the signal wire through the apertures; forming two fill apertures penetrating through the two composite layers and filling a silver paste within the fill apertures; providing two outer cover layers having a first C aperture and a second C aperture, and respectively adhering the two outer cover layers on the two composite layers; and cutting the adhered signal wire, composite layers and outer cover layers along a direction perpendicular to the signal wire. Thus, the flat coaxial cable has two ends formed with a step-like structure defined by the signal wire, the composite layers and the outer cover layers. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111744 | BROAD-AREA LIGHTING SYSTEMS - In accordance with certain embodiments, illumination systems are formed by aligning light-emitting elements with optical elements and/or disposing light-conversion materials on the light-emitting elements, as well as by providing electrical connectivity to the light-emitting elements | 2013-05-09 |
20130111745 | PROCESS FOR PROVIDING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WITH REDUCED VIA CAPACITANCE ON CIRCUIT BOARDS - The present invention relates to circuit boards and, more specifically, a process for providing electrical connections with reduced via capacitance on circuit boards. In one embodiment, the present invention provides a method for providing an electrical connection between traces disposed on different layers of a circuit board, the method comprising forming in the circuit board a via hole that interconnects a first electrically conductive trace and a second electrically conductive trace. The via hole includes electrically conductive material thereon. The method further comprises removing a portion of the electrically conductive material from the via hole. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111746 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING MULTILAYER WIRING SUBSTRATE - A method of manufacturing a multilayer wiring substrate includes: a first laminate structure formation step of forming a first laminate structure on a support substrate, the first laminate structure including at least one conductor layer and at least one resin insulation layer; a core substrate formation step of laminating a core substrate on the first laminate structure such that a lower main surface of the core substrate comes in contact with the first laminate structure, the core substrate having a metal layer provided on an upper main surface thereof; and a second laminate structure formation step of forming a second laminate structure on the core substrate such that the second laminate structure covers the metal layer, the second laminate structure including at least one conductor layer and at least one resin insulation layer. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111747 | Soldering Method for Producing an Electrically Conductive Connection - A soldering method for producing an electrically conductive connection to heat-sensitive components includes soldering a contact lug onto a pole of the electrical component with a laser beam. The soldering method includes applying the contact lug and the pole to one another, wherein the contact lug comprises, at least on a surface, a material which has a lower melting point than a material of the pole and can serve as a solder. The soldering method also includes punctiformly heating the contact lug with a laser beam. The heating with the laser, the melting on of the solder and the subsequent conduction away of heat through the core material of the contact lug is carried out more quickly than the further input of heat into the interior of the component through the pole. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111748 | CONTROLLED DISCHARGE CONNECTOR LEAD - When a hobby enthusiast has recharged the battery for a remote controlled vehicle, such as a scale facsimile automobile, boat, helicopter or airplane, the battery must be connected again to the vehicle drive system, to provide power. This operation is typically performed by connecting each lead of an electronic speed controller to each corresponding lead of the battery, through a removable barrel receptacle lead and a mating barrel plug lead respectively, attached to each corresponding lead. An improved connector lead is described herein that protects components that may be attached to either lead in a connection. The charge dissipates in a resistive member that is physically coupled to a conductive member to form at least in part a first lead. When an improved lead is connected to a mating lead, the connection initially provides a charge dissipation path through the resistive member, but subsequently provides a bypass, current carrying conductive path around the resistive member from one component to another. By making use of an improved connector, electrical components are protected, not only from hot-swap current, but also from electrostatic discharge in general. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111749 | METHOD FOR FABRICATING A CONDUCTING TERMINAL SET FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR - A method for fabricating a conducting terminal set for electrical connector by: employing a cold drawing technique to repeatedly draw a metal round rod into a predetermined flat elliptical conducting terminal bar and to cut the flat elliptical conducting terminal bar into flat elliptical conducting terminals, and then preparing a terminal bracket and then positioning the flat elliptical conducting terminals in the terminal bracket in a parallel manner, and then coating the flat elliptical conducting terminals locally, and then bending respective one ends of the flat elliptical conducting terminals backwardly upwards to form respective resilient mating end portions, and then inserting the other ends of the flat elliptical conducting terminals into a terminal block. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111750 | Spark Plug Removal and Extraction Tool - Apparatus and methods for the removing of a spark plug, or portions thereof, from a cylinder head are disclosed. The apparatus includes a lower socket with a longitudinal bore therethrough, a radial compression member disposed in the longitudinal bore of the lower socket, and a shaft disposed on a first end of the radial compression member. The radial compression member includes an internal surface defining a concavity that faces a longitudinal axis of the lower socket. The method includes compressing the radial compression member in a radial direction toward a longitudinal axis of the spark plug terminal, thereby decreasing an outer dimension of the radial compression member in the radial direction. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111751 | COOLED TURBINE BLADE SHROUD - A process for forming a turbine blade comprises the step of forming an as-cast turbine blade having an airfoil portion and a tip shroud, wherein the forming step comprises forming at least one as-cast cooling circuit within the tip shroud. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111752 | MANUFACTURE OF A ROOT SECTION - A method of manufacturing a root section of a rotor blade of a wind turbine is disclosed. The method includes assembling a plurality of supporting rods with an interface section to a hub interface of the wind turbine in an essentially circular shape such that there are gaps between the supporting rods; arranging first fibres in the gaps which first fibres are physically and/or chemically compatible with an injection material; placing a first molding tool along an outer surface of the circular shape and a second molding tool along an inner surface of the circular shape, treating the injection material so that it bonds with the first fibres. The invention also concerns a supporting rod holding arrangement for such purpose and a root section of a rotor blade manufactured by such method. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111753 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING LIQUID DROPLET EJECTION HEAD - An object of the invention is to provide a method of manufacturing a liquid droplet ejection head that is capable of realizing cost reduction by a simple process and obtaining ejection reliability over a long period of time. The method includes: forming a water repellent film on a nozzle forming substrate having a nozzle hole and inside the nozzle hole; adhering a protective film on the water repellent film that is formed on the surface of the nozzle forming substrate; removing the water repellent film formed inside the nozzle by a plasma treatment; and peeling the protective film, wherein polysiloxane is not contained in an adhesion component and a base material of the protective film. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111754 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING HEAT SINK FRAMES - A method of manufacturing heat sink frames comprises the steps of: extruding an aluminum material to form a heat sink model; shearing multiple portions on a length of the heat sink model where are desired to be bent to form a plurality of shearing notches according to required dimension specification; bending the heat sink model at the shearing notches to form a plurality of bend angles through respectively connecting edges of each of the shearing notches; and fastening a front end of the heat sink model to a rear end of the heat sink model to form a frame. Through extruding, shearing and bending processes, fabrication is simpler and material and labor hours can be saved to enhance heat conduction efficiency and reduce production cost. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111755 | SEAL AND METHOD OF SEALING ASPECTS OF A BOILER FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE ENVIRONMENT OF A BOILER ASSEMBLY - A seal comprising a high temperature silicone adhesive sealant layer; a first non-ceramic layer mounted to the silicone adhesive sealant layer; a first expanded metal layer mounted to the first non-ceramic layer; a first silicone cloth layer mounted to the first expanded metal layer; a metal reinforcement layer mounted to the first silicone cloth layer to provide structural integrity without the use of ceramic materials; a second expanded metal layer mounted to the metal reinforcement layer; a second non-ceramic layer mounted to the second expanded metal layer; a turbine mesh layer mounted to the second non-ceramic layer; a second silicone cloth layer mounted to the turbine mesh layer; a sealing castable applied over the second silicone cloth layer to provide a covering; and, a high temperature bonding adhesive disposed between each layer following the first non-ceramic layer to bind the layers together. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111756 | METHOD AND AN APPRATUS FOR CONSTRUCTING A HEAT PIPE - A method for constructing a heat pipe, comprising the steps of providing a tube having an open end and a opposite closed end; filling a tube with a predetermined volume of working fluid; connecting a vapour trap to the open end of the pipe; evacuating the tube for a predetermined period of time to remove non-condensable gases from the tube; and sealing the tube wherein the step of evacuating the tube includes the steps of applying a vacuum to the open end of the pipe. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111757 | METHOD OF FABRICATING BOW STICK OF STRINGED INSTRUMENTAND BOW STICK OF STRINGED INSTRUMENT - A method of fabricating a bow stick includes winding a prepreg, in which a fiber is impregnated with a resin, on a mandrel with a diameter gradually decreasing toward a distal end, setting a semi-fabricated product, in which the prepreg is wound on the mandrel, into a mold and molding the semi-fabricated product in a shape corresponding to a cavity formed between the mold and the mandrel by heating and pressurizing the semi-fabricated product in the mold, and taking out the mandrel from a molded product molded in the shape corresponding to the cavity to acquire a long and hollow stick body. When adjusting at least one of a weight distribution, a center of gravity, and a weight of the stick body, the volume of the cavity is changed using the mandrel of which the diameter or the diameter variation is gradually changed in an axis direction. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111758 | RESILIENT FLOOR - A method of assembling resilient floorboards is disclosed that includes the step of bending an edge of a floorboard during the assembling. The bending reduces the force required for connection of the edge to another edge of a juxtaposed floorboard. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111759 | Electric Shaver Comprising a Pivotable Shaving Head - The invention relates to an electric shaver comprising a housing ( | 2013-05-09 |
20130111760 | Skin Engaging Member For A Razor Cartridge - A skin engaging member for a razor cartridge includes an erodible first layer and an erodible second layer below the first layer. Each layer includes a lubricious water soluble polymer and can include a water insoluble polymer. The second layer includes a fragrance that can be in the form of microcapsules or a suitable additive of the polymeric material(s). As the first layer erodes during normal use of the razor cartridge the second layer is eventually exposed dissolving or fracturing the microcapsules or otherwise releasing the fragrance. The fragrance is malodorous indicating to e.g. a vision impaired user that the optimal life of the razor cartridge is at or nearing its end. The first layer can also be provided with a non-malodorous fragrance. A third erodible layer can be provided between the first and second layer and can also include a fragrance. End-of-optimal-life indication can be rapid or gradual. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111761 | RECIPROCATING ELECTRIC SHAVER - A reciprocating electric shaver | 2013-05-09 |
20130111762 | RECIPROCATING ELECTRIC SHAVER - A reciprocating electric shaver includes: a rotary motor | 2013-05-09 |
20130111763 | Cable preparation tool - A tool is provided for preparing a cable for crimping. The tool includes a first pressure arm and a second pressure arm. An intermediate member is disposed between the first pressure arm and the second pressure arm, the intermediate member being rotationally coupled to the first pressure arm by a first pivot and rotationally coupled to the second pressure arm by a second pivot. The intermediate member includes a first pair of slots adjacent the first pressure arm and a second pair of slots adjacent the second pressure arm. A first pair of stripping cartridges is removably coupled to the first pair of slots. A second pair of stripping cartridges removably coupled to the second pair of slots. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111764 | Pipe Peeler - A pipe peeler for removing a uniform layer of material from the outer surface of a polyethylene pipe is provided. The device comprises a cuboid body, a blade with housing for retracting the blade, a chain attached to one end of the cuboid body, a threaded hook for attaching the other end of the chain to the cuboid body and tightening the chain around a pipe, and a push knob for rotating the device around the pipe in order to peel the pipe. The two points on the chain attached to the body are different distances from the end of the pipe when the chain is tightened around the pipe, thereby creating a spiral track on the pipe that the blade will follow when the device is pushed around the pipe, thereby creating a uniform spiral peel. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111765 | ELECTRIC HAIR CUTTER AND CONTROL METHOD FOR MOTOR ROTATIONAL SPEED THEREOF - In an electric hair cutter and a control method for its motor rotational speed, the electric hair cutter includes a main body, a BLDC (brushless DC) motor, a power source, a detecting unit, an electrical energy adjusting unit and a control module. The main body has a cutting unit. The BLDC motor drives the cutting unit. The detecting unit can detect the counter-electromotive force of the BLDC motor. The control module may receive the counter-electromotive force signals detected by the detecting unit and may control the electrical energy adjusting unit according to the counter-electromotive force signals so as to keep the BLDC motor rotating at a fixed RPM. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111766 | RECIPROCATING SAW BLADE FOR CUTTING DRYWALL - There is provided a replaceable drywall saw blade capable of reciprocating in-line when mounted to a hand held reciprocating power saw. The blade includes a generally planar body member having a generally linear top edge and a generally parallel opposed bottom edge. The blade further includes a generally linear upper piercing edge angularly offset downwardly from the top edge. The blade additionally includes a generally linear lower piercing edge angularly offset upwardly from the bottom edge. The upper piercing edge and lower piercing edge intersect to form a forward point on said blade. A mounting aperture is also formed on the blade for releasably securing the blade to the hand held reciprocating power saw. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111767 | Knife - A knife blade with a back, and a cutting edge with a shoulder, characterised in that the knife blade has a blade profile perpendicular to the blade edge that, starting at the shoulder and moving towards the back, has the following thickness, as ground prior to any polishing or subsequent steps, at the position indicated: at the shoulder a thickness of AA; at about 1/16″ from the shoulder a thickness of BB; and at about ⅛″ from the shoulder a thickness of CC; where AA is about 16 to 23 thousandths of an inch (0.41 mm to 0.58 mm); BB is AA plus about 3 thousandths of an inch (0.076 mm); and CC is BB plus about 2 thousandths of an inch. (0.051 mm). | 2013-05-09 |
20130111768 | METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE ORIENTATION OF TWO SHAFTS CONNECTED VIA TWO UNIVERSAL JOINTS AND A THIRD SHAFT IN THE PLANE OF THE THREE SHAFTS - A method for measuring and optionally correcting the angular offset of two shafts which are connected to one another by way of two universal joints and a third shaft calls for the measurement heads of an optoelectronic alignment device to be mounted in the shafts in exactly two measurement positions. These measurement positions are offset by 180° to one another and are located in the plane of the three shafts. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111769 | System and Method for Duplicating Angles in Nature - An angle finder method is disclosed. Said angle finder method comprises aligning a cross-point of a plurality of adjustable reticles with a vertex of an angle in an object, rotating said adjustable reticles from an initial angle to an aligned angle matching said angle in said object, and transferring said aligned angle to a transfer medium. Wherein, said plurality of adjustable reticles are held within a view window and an angle finder comprises said view window and said adjustable reticles. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111770 | Light Beam Emission Device for a Measuring Device and Method for Changing the Optical Properties of a Light Beam - The present invention relates to a light beam emission device for a measuring device for changing the optical properties of a light beam as well as to a corresponding method and to a measuring instrument which uses the light beam emission device, wherein the optical properties of the light beam can be changed automatically thereby from one state to another state. The light beam emission device comprises a base body with an opening for the passage of the light beam; a head which is arranged rotatably around a rotation axis on the base body, and which corresponds substantially to the propagation direction of the light beam through the base body; an optical element, which is arranged turnably around a turning axis on the head; and a turning mechanism for producing a turning of the optical element around the turning axis; wherein the turning mechanism is designed to turn the optical element to a first position and to a second position, second position in which the optical element is located in the light beam, so that the optical properties of the light beam are changed depending on the function of the optical element. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111771 | Plumb device for constructing brick columns - A device for constructing plumb brick columns includes: (a) a base suspension portion including: a base, a base pole, and a substantially L-shaped swing arm movably attached to the base pole; (b) a hanger mechanism, including a hanger rod attached to a center of the upper template, and to a hanger clamp that is affixable around the swing arm; and (c) a suspended template portion including: (1) an upper template; (2) a same-sized, removable lower template below the upper template; and (3) vertical guide lines, each extending between a corner of the upper template and a corresponding corner of the lower template, each corner of the lower template including a line attachment device attachable to a corresponding attachment device on a lower end of each guide line. This simplified abstract is not intended to limit, and should not be interpreted as limiting, the scope of the claims. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111772 | Squaring Tool with Offset Blades - A framing tool, namely framing square, is provided with an offset at the proximal ends of the two blades, so that the blades lie in parallel planes. This tool facilitates measuring and marking tubular beams, i.e., beams of generally square or rectangular cross section, but which may have rounded or radiused edges. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111773 | METHOD FOR MEASURING THE COORDINATES OF WORKPIECES ON A COORDINATE-MEASURING APPARATUS - A method for measuring the coordinates of workplaces on a coordinate-measuring device has a probe head including a probe and a probe sensor associated therewith. The method includes generating a probe signal when the probe contacts a workpiece. From this signal, dimensional values are determined that represent the position of the probe head when the workpiece is contacted. The probe head additionally includes an acceleration sensor generating an acceleration signal when the probe head accelerates, wherein the probe signal and the acceleration signal are fed to a control and analysis unit for analysis. This unit determines the dimensional values so that an analysis signal is determined by subtracting the probe signal and the acceleration signal from each other, and the dimensional values representing the position of the probe head when contacting the workpiece are determined only using the analysis signal. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111774 | METROLOGY APPARATUS - Metrology apparatus is described that includes a first structure rotatably connected to a second structure by a bearing arrangement. The bearing arrangement includes at least a first friction bearing including parts in sliding contact during rotation of the first structure relative to the second structure. The apparatus includes at least one magnet that relieves the load on the first friction bearing. Multiple magnets, provided in an attracting or repelling arrangement, may be used. The metrology apparatus may include an articulating probe head for a coordinate positioning apparatus. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111775 | FRAMING TOOL - A multi-sided framing tool includes a stud side with stud pockets, a nail side with nailing windows, and an intermediate side adjoining the stud and nail sides. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111776 | MEASURING BODY DEVICE FOR A POSITION/PATH MEASUREMENT SYSTEM, POSITION/PATH MEASUREMENT SYSTEM AND APPLICATION ON WHICH A POSITION/PATH MEASUREMENT SYSTEM IS INSTALLED - A measuring body device is provided for a position/path measurement system, having at least one fixing band, with a first and a second end, to fix the measuring body device to an application. A measuring body in the form of a band is provided with at least one coding layer associated with the fixing band. At least one connecting mechanism fixes the first and second ends of the fixing band relative to one another. The connecting mechanism is a bridge element, fixed or fixable relative to the ends of the fixing band. At least one path storage device is arranged on the bridge element with a first transverse element, a second transverse element, spaced apart from the first transverse element, and a web element which connects the first and second transverse elements and which is integrally connected thereto. A spacing between the first and second transverse elements is determinably adjustable. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111777 | HAIR DRYER - A hair dryer includes a motor and a fan to generate an air current within a housing, and a heater for selectively supplying heat into air introduced from the outside of the housing by the fan. A discharge nozzle is disposed on one end of the housing. A coanda surface is disposed on the discharge nozzle. Thus, the air passing through the housing flows along the coanda surface to suction air outside the discharge nozzle into a central passage part of the discharge nozzle, thereby mixing the suctioned air with the air passing through the housing. The air mixed within the central passage part is discharged through a discharge hole of the discharge nozzle. Since the air passing on the coanda surface suctions the air outside the discharge nozzle, the motor may be reduced in capacity. Also, an electromagnetic shielding effect may be significantly improved. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111778 | AIR INLET AND OUTLET DEVICE OF HAND DRYER - This invention belongs to a technical field of a hand dryer and, more particularly, relates to an air inlet and outlet device of a hand dryer. The air inlet and outlet device including a base, a fan fixedly connected with the base, an electric heater connected with the fan, an air inlet, and an air outlet. The top of the air outlet is in a parabolic shape to improve the efficiency of flowing out of air. A baffle is disposed inside the air inlet to divide the air inlet into two chambers, and one or more baffles are disposed at the air outlet to prevent the leakage of motor sound from the air inlet and the air outlet. The invention has a compact structure, a low noise, and a high efficiency of flowing out of the air and is applicable to different hand dryers. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111779 | DEVICE FOR DRYING FOOD CONTAINERS - A device for drying food containers is provided. The device for drying food containers includes: a holder portion providing an accommodation space; a support portion vertically detachably connected to the holder portion and formed in a pole shape; and a plurality of hanger portions slantly connected to the support portion. The holder portion includes an accommodation container body and an accommodation cover. The accommodation container body includes: an accommodation container body defining an accommodation space; and an accommodation container connection portion connected to the support portion. The accommodation cover includes: an accommodation cover body formed corresponding to a shape of the accommodation container body and connected to a top surface of the accommodation container body, a central region of the accommodation cover body being lower than a peripheral region of the accommodation cover; and an accommodation cover hole formed in the central region of the accommodation cover body. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111780 | AIR DRYER - An air dryer for supplying a decontaminated air stream. The air dryer includes a housing comprising a handle and an air frame body, a fan assembly structured and arranged in the air frame body, and an air filter arranged in the air frame body downstream of the fan assembly, wherein the air filter is structured and arranged to filter an incoming air stream to supply the decontaminated air stream. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111781 | SUPPORTING BRACE FOR FOOTWEAR INSERTS - The invention relates to orthopedic shoe inserts to support and guide the foot and provides an insert core for shoe inserts with the insert core comprising a support clasp with mutually linked, diagonally extending support arms. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111782 | HIDDEN SHOELACE HOLE STRUCTURE - A hidden shoelace hole structure includes a main strap and a hole strap. The main strap is in a flat-strip shape and sewn on a vamp. The hole strap is in a flat-strip shape and sewn at one side of main strap. The hole strap has a plurality of lateral holes which are spaced in an equidistant or non-equidistant length for insertion of a shoelace. The present invention provides a hidden effect for the holes. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111783 | Sports Shoe - A sports shoe including a sole, an upper secured to the sole and providing a forward portion, the forward portion having an inner surface and an outer surface. The inner surface is positioned adjacent a user's foot. A cap secured to the forward portion has a leading surface to engage a ball to be kicked by the user. The cap is of resilient material so as to deform upon impact. This sports shoe is particularly suited for soccer, and to reducing the pain or discomfort otherwise transferred to the foot of the wearer upon kicking the ball. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111784 | FOLDABLE BOTTOMLESS RAINPROOF SHOE COVER - A foldable bottomless rainproof shoe cover includes a front piece, a rear piece, a supporting element and connecting elements. The supporting element is continuously provided on the periphery of the front piece. The rear piece is formed with a notch for allowing the front piece to be connected thereto. The connecting elements are provided on front and rear sides of the rear piece. The shoe cover of the present invention includes two pieces and the supporting element is provided on one of the two pieces, so that the shoe cover of the present invention can be put on or taken off conveniently and foldable for easy storage. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111785 | Snow removal system - A snow removal system includes a tool having a blade and a boom. The boom includes a first end portion connected to the blade and a second end portion configured to be releasably, pivotally mounted to a loader arm of a vehicle. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111786 | DIGGING AND BACKFILL APPARATUS - A mobile digging and backfill system for removing and collecting material above a buried utility. The system comprises a mobile chassis, a collection tank mounted to the chassis, a water pump mounted to the chassis for delivering a pressurized liquid flow against the material for loosening the material at a location, a vacuum pump connected to the collection tank so that an air stream created by the vacuum pump draws the material and the fluid from the location into the collection tank, and at least one backfill reservoir mounted to the chassis for carrying backfill for placement at the location. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111787 | IRONING BOARD ASSEMBLY WITH CONFIGURABLE IRONING SURFACE AND IRONING BOARD COVER THEREFOR - An ironing board assembly ( | 2013-05-09 |
20130111788 | IRONING BOARD ASSEMBLY WITH CONFIGURABLE IRONING SURFACE - An ironing board assembly ( | 2013-05-09 |
20130111789 | MEMORIAL DISPLAY - The memorial display is a retainer and display for funereal and memorial related items, such as obituary pages, sympathy cards, funeral flowers and the like. The memorial display includes a page retainer for receiving a display page, such as an obituary page. A transparent holder is provided for receiving the page retainer and securing the display page therein. A face plate, such as a memorial placard, is secured to a front face of the transparent holder. A framing mat, having opposed front and rear faces and a central cutout portion formed therethrough, is positioned against the transparent front face of the transparent holder for bordering the face plate. A frame member receives the page retainer, the transparent holder, the face plate and the framing mat such that the face plate is displayed through the front end of the frame member and the display page is displayed through the rear end. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111790 | ENERGY-SAVING BILLBOARD MODULE - An energy-saving billboard module includes a solar energy module, a billboard, a light-emitting element, a storage cell, and a controller, which are accommodated in an outer frame. The billboard is adhered on the solar energy module and has transparent patterns. A light sensor is disposed on a top of the outer frame for sensing the luminance of sunlight to generate a sensing signal. The solar energy module receives sunlight and generates an electric power to charge the storage cell for outputting another electric power. The controller and the light sensor are supplied with the electric power outputted from the storage cell. The electric power of the storage cell is controlled by the controller based on the sensing signal so as to enable the light-emitting element to generate an emitting light for irradiating onto the billboard, so that the patterns of the billboard can be displayed. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111791 | Advertising Apparatus - Disclosed is an advertising apparatus capable of motion sensitive illumination and 180° viewing, which includes a top piece, a bottom piece, a back piece, one or more front side pieces capable of edge illumination, wherein the top piece, the bottom piece the back piece and the one or more front side pieces are mechanically coupled together to form the assembled advertising apparatus, and a universal mounting system base plate reversibly coupled to the back piece. In addition, an advertising apparatus capable of motion sensitive illumination and 180° viewing includes an illumination source for illuminating the front side pieces, a motion sensor, for detecting motion of a potential customer, and a power source to power the advertising apparatus, wherein the illumination source and the motion sensor are coupled to the power source. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111792 | DOUBLE UMBILICAL IDENTIFICATION DEVICE MOTHER-INFANT, AND METHOD THEREOF - A double umbilical identification device mother-infant, includes: an identification armband ( | 2013-05-09 |
20130111793 | Auto Photo Caddy - A picture frame display device is provided that can be detachably secured to the sun visor of an automobile. The front face of the device features at least two windows adapted to display 4″×6″ photographs, artwork, or postcards. These windows are surrounded by a border of synthetic leather. Pictures are inserted into the window by means of an opening along the back of the device which is constructed of a rigid material covered with synthetic leather. A storage pocket is located on a side of the frame, lying between the front and back portions and is large enough to accommodate the storage of pictures not being displayed at the time. Elastic straps attached to the back of the device provide a means for securing the same to a sun visor. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111794 | FIREARM SELECTOR SWITCH LOCKING APPARATUS - A lockable safety selector switch adapted to replace a manufacturer's original safety selector switch for a firearm having a selector detent pin with a tip. The lockable safety selector switch has a body adapted to selectively orient between a SAFE position that prevents the firearm from firing and a FIRE position that allows the firearm to fire, and a locking mechanism configured to operatively associate with the firearm selector detent pin to selectively lock the body in the SAFE position. The locking mechanism has a spring-loaded cam that operatively interfaces with a key to prevent unintentional locking or unlocking of the locking mechanism. The lockable safety selector switch is configured such that the firearm requires no modification for the lockable safety selector switch to replace the original safety selector switch. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111795 | FIREARM SELECTOR SWITCH LOCKING APPARATUS - A lockable safety selector switch adapted to replace a manufacturer's original safety selector switch for a firearm having a selector detent pin with a tip. The lockable safety selector switch has a body adapted to selectively orient between a SAFE position that prevents the firearm from firing and a FIRE position that allows the firearm to fire, and a locking mechanism configured to operatively associate with the firearm selector detent pin to selectively lock the body in the SAFE position. The lockable safety selector switch is configured such that the firearm requires no modification for the lockable safety selector switch to replace the original safety selector switch. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111796 | FIREARM SELECTOR SWITCH LOCKING APPARATUS - A lockable safety selector switch adapted to replace a manufacturer's original safety selector switch for a firearm having a selector detent pin with a tip. The lockable safety selector switch has a body adapted to selectively orient between a SAFE position that prevents the firearm from firing and a FIRE position that allows the firearm to fire, and a locking mechanism configured to operatively associate with the firearm selector detent pin to selectively lock the body in the SAFE position. The locking mechanism has a spring-loaded cam that operatively interfaces with a key to prevent unintentional locking or unlocking of the locking mechanism. The locking mechanism is operated by a key adapted to operate a handcuff lock. The lockable safety selector switch is configured such that the firearm requires no modification for the lockable safety selector switch to replace the original safety selector switch. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111797 | Multiple cartridge assembly for less than lethal cartridge - A multiple cartridge assembly is described which facilitates speed loading of a four barrel less than lethal gun. Four less than lethal cartridges are attached to the multiple cartridge assembly and arranged to correspond with the breech of a four barrel less than lethal gun. Each less than lethal cartridge is constructed with a projectile which when fired has a velocity which will not kill an individual struck by the projectile. The less than lethal cartridge has a rim which is deeper or thicker than a rim on a conventional lethal cartridge. The caliber of the cartridge is also selected so that regular lethal ammunition is not available in this caliber. The preferred caliber of the less than lethal cartridge is 0.490. The less than lethal cartridge contains a polymeric projectile or alternatively, a sealed filled polymeric pouch containing shot therein. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111798 | Camera Mount Apparatus and System for a Scope - This disclosure relates to an apparatus for mounting a camera onto a firearm and an associated device for capturing images and recordings of a firearm target. The apparatus allows for easy attachment of cameras of varying sizes onto the scope of a firearm and along the same longitudinal axis of the scope. The apparatus comprises a sleeve connected to a scope of a firearm, the sleeve being hallow and having a longitudinal axis longitudinal axis forming an unobstructed axial bore and generally coaxial with a longitudinal axis of the scope; a base member with a hole and adapted to receive a camera with the hole of the base member positioned adjacent to the lens of the camera and the longitudinal axis of the camera lens is generally coaxial with the longitudinal axis of the scope. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111799 | Alternative Handgun Accessory Mount - A method and apparatus for attaching a standard mounting rail to a handgun. Such method and apparatus providing for quicker and cheaper modification of the handgun and its accessories. This method and apparatus connects the standard mounting rail system to the handgun at two points rather than at the traditional one point, increasing reliability and stability. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111800 | WATERFOWL DECOY SUPPORT - The waterfowl decoy support is formed of a length of stiff rod configured to support a ballasted flotation-type decoy above a land or water surface. The decoy support may have an elongated upper slot adapted to slide over the keel of the ballast weight of the decoy, or may have an upper support arm extending from the upper end of the rod, the uppermost end of the arm terminating in an eye. The eye provides a non-rigid connection to an eyebolt or the like secured to the back of the decoy, allowing the decoy to move in the wind. The lower end of the rod either may have a spike for insertion into the ground or a generally horizontal loop for placement on the surface of the ground. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111801 | Bug Interception Device - The present invention describes a bug interception device that is designed to capture crawling bugs, for example, arthropods such as bed bugs, as they walk around an infested structure. One or more embodiments of the present disclosure may be found in a circular device, for example, a device with a circular footprint as it sits on the floor. One or more embodiments of the present disclosure may be found in a pyramid device, for example, a device with a square footprint and a three dimensional shape resembling a pyramid. One or more embodiments may include one or more outer access surfaces adapted to allow bugs to crawl up onto the device. One or more embodiments may include one or more rims adapted to cause bugs to fall into a capture well. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111802 | SELF-OPENING INSECT TRAP AND LURE - A self-opening insect trap and lure is described which may be packaged such that, when opened, the trap deploys and the lure becomes available. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111803 | Dry Chamber Slug and Snail Barrier - A barrier that deters slugs and snails from foliage considered a mollusk food source. The barrier is recycled plastic and manufacturable in multiple lengths and depths. The barrier top-edge length has an inverted “u” shaped chamber serving as the dry staging area (“Chamber”) for the slug and snail deterrent. The entire underside width and length of the Chamber is spanned by mesh (“Mesh”) | 2013-05-09 |
20130111804 | SYSTEM FOR DESALTING FUEL OIL USING A STEAM JET PUMP - A method and system for desalting a fuel having a salt therein is disclosed. A jet of superheated steam is provided at a selected pressure and fuel is drawn into the jet of superheated steam to form a mixture of the fuel and the superheated steam. The mixture is injected into a centrifuge to desalt the fuel. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111805 | AVIATION GASOLINE - A high octane non-leaded gasoline meeting ASTM D910 LL standard is provided that includes a base gasoline fuel having a minimum MON of 96.5 and meeting the ASTM D910 standard. An octane-boosting component is mixed with the base gasoline fuel that raises the MON above 99.6 and the blended fuel complies with ASTM D910. The octane-boosting component is selected from a group including an additive, TEL only and a TEL containing gasoline. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111806 | Methods and Compositions for the Recombinant Biosynthesis of N-Alkanes - The present disclosure identifies methods and compositions for modifying photoautotrophic organisms as hosts, such that the organisms efficiently convert carbon dioxide and light into n-alkanes, and in particular the use of such organisms for the commercial production of n-alkanes and related molecules. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111807 | SYSTEM AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCTION OF BIOFUELS - According to one embodiment, a process for treating an organic feedstock is disclosed. The organic feedstock including a convertible component is preprocessed to increase the concentration of the convertible component. The organic feedstock is processed to convert at least a portion of the convertible component to a fuel and the fuel is extracted from the organic feedstock. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111808 | CLEANING AND DEWATERING FINE COAL - Fine coal is cleaned of its mineral matter impurities and dewatered by mixing the aqueous slurry containing both with a hydrophobic liquid, subjecting the mixture to a phase separation. The resulting hydrophobic liquid phase contains coal particles free of surface moisture and droplets of water stabilized by coal particles, while the aqueous phase contains the mineral matter. By separating the entrained water droplets from the coal particles mechanically, a clean coal product of substantially reduced mineral matter and moisture contents is obtained. The spent hydrophobic liquid is separated from the clean coal product and recycled. The process can also be used to separate one type of hydrophilic particles from another by selectively hydrophobizing one. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111809 | GREEN PELLET - Provided is a green pellet ( | 2013-05-09 |
20130111810 | PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES FOR AN AGRICULTURAL GREENHOUSE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SUCH MODULES - A photovoltaic module for an agricultural greenhouse includes a front plate, intended to be in contact with the sunlight, a back substrate and an assembly of photovoltaic cells arranged between the front plate and the back substrate. The photovoltaic module has a cell packing factor of substantially between 0.2 and 0.8, and includes at least one layer of a light-cascade doped material enhancing photosynthesis for absorbing the sunlight in at least one range of wavelengths for retransmitting same in at least a second range of wavelengths, enhancing the photosynthesis of at least one plant species. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111811 | APPARATUS FOR COOLING PLANT - A cooling apparatus ( | 2013-05-09 |
20130111812 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GROWING PLANTS - This invention concerns apparatus for growing plants comprising a column ( | 2013-05-09 |
20130111813 | PREVENTING THE IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC DOOR SAFETY CIRCUIT - A system to prevent the improper installation of a safety circuit used to keep an automatic door from closing on an obstruction includes an automatic door operator for opening and closing the automatic door. A sensor system is provided for allowing the automatic door operator to close the automatic door whenever no obstruction is under the automatic door. The sensor system further prevents the automatic door operator from closing the automatic door whenever an obstruction is under the automatic door. Further, the sensor system prevents the automatic door operator from closing the automatic door when the sensor system is improperly installed such that an obstruction under the automatic door is undetectable. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111814 | Window Unit - A window unit ( | 2013-05-09 |
20130111815 | EGRESS DOOR OPENING ASSISTER - A door opening spring assistance apparatus is set forth that will automatically apply a door opening assistance force using a combination of rods and coil springs. The release of the rods by the coil springs reduces the force required to set the door in motion. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111816 | WINDOW REGULATOR FOR VEHICLE - A window regulator for a vehicle, includes a slider fixed to a slide windowpane which moves up and down in a vehicle door; a guide rail which is fixed to the door panel, extends in an up/down direction of the slide windowpane and supports the slider; a wire orientation changing member provided the guide rail; a drive wire which is wound around the wire orientation changing member, wherein the drive wire moves up and down with the slider; a drive drum which moves the drive wire up and down; and a slide contact portion which is provided on the guide rail, extends in the up/down direction and is greater in length than the slider in the up/down direction, wherein the slider slides on the slide contact portion when the slider moves up and down. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111817 | DOOR ASSEMBLY FOR AN INSTRUMENT CABINET AND METHOD FOR CHANGING A HINGE SIDE OF A DOOR ASSEMBLY - A door assembly for an instrument cabinet includes a door element having a first side edge and a second side edge opposite the first side edge adapted for installation in a predetermined orientation, at least two first withdrawable pins in a region of the first side edge and at least two second pins which form a pivot axis in a region of the second side edge, wherein, in an extended condition, the first pins are in communication with a first depression in the instrument cabinet to prevent the door element pivoting about the pivot axis and, in a withdrawn condition, extend out of the first depression to permit the door element to pivot about the pivot axis, at least one handle element having a fixed part that secures to a front side of the door element and a movable part that mechanically couples to the two first pins, wherein actuation of the movable part allows the first pins which are coupled thereto, to move into a retracted condition, wherein the door element and/or the handle element are of symmetrical construction such that releasing the handle element, turning it through 180 degrees and securing the turned handle element enables functional elements to close the door assembly to be switched from the first side edge to the second side edge and vice versa. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111818 | DOOR OPENING/CLOSING STRUCTURE - Provided is a door opening/closing structure in which the attachment/detachment of the door is easy in the rotatably opening/closing door. In the door opening/closing structure, an axial member attached to a door and an axial member attached to an object to which the door is attached are arranged to oppose each other in at least one position of the rotatably fixed door, wherein one of the two axial members comprises a magnet and the other comprises a magnetic body or a magnet which attracts each other with the magnet. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111819 | DIRECT ACTION WINDOW LOCK - A window latch for a sliding window having a sliding sash including a latch plate and a housing. The housing includes an engagement element movable relative to the housing from a locked position operatively engaged with the latch plate to an unlocked position disengaged from the latch plate. A handle is operatively coupled to the engagement element and movable from a first position to a second position in a first direction corresponding to the direction the sliding sash to which the handle is attached moves to an open position. The handle operatively moves the engagement element from the locked position to the unlocked position as the handle is moved in the first direction toward the second position. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111820 | DEVICE FOR ADJUSTING AND LOCKING THE POSITION OF A GUIDE RAIL FOR A MOVABLE WINDOWPANE IN A VEHICLE DOOR - The invention relates to the adjusting and locking of the position of a guide rail for a movable window pane in a vehicle door. A device, a vehicle door equipped therewith and a tool provided for the adjusting and locking are disclosed. In the vehicle door, a first mounting plate mounted on the rail side and a second mounting plate mounted on the door side are provided, which are connected to one another by screw-fastenable mounting means. One of the mounting plates comprises an engaging element for an eccentric lever, which on rotation brings about a mutual translational displacement of the mounting plates in an adjusting (Y) direction. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111821 | GLASS RUN FOR MOTOR VEHICLE - A glass run capable of being readily attached to corner parts of a door frame of a door of a motor vehicle such that an end edge of a corner cover of the glass run can be securely engaged with an end of a corner piece. A corner cover adapted to cover a vehicle-exterior surface of the corner piece like an arcuate configuration is formed in a corner section of the glass run. An arcuate end edge of the corner cover defines a corner cover lip for contacting an end of the corner piece, and a corner cover engaging wall is formed in the corner cover so as to protrude inwardly from a vehicle-interior surface of the corner cover lip. The corner cover engaging wall and the corner cover lip define an engaging groove, and a plurality of corner cover inclination ribs are formed so as to respectively have an inclined surface connecting the corner cover engaging wall and the vehicle-interior surface of the corner cover lip. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111823 | COMPOSITE MATERIAL FOR FURTHER PROCESSING INTO SHEET-LIKE ABRASIVE PRODUCTS AND PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF - The invention relates to an elastically deformable composite material suitable to be processed further into sheet-like abrasive products, comprising a sheet-like supporting base coated or impregnated with a prepolymer material which obtains thermosetting properties when thermally post-cured, or consisting of a coated or impregnated supporting base, characterized in that the supporting base comprises at least one layer of bonded fibers selected among inorganic fibers and organic synthetic fibers, if necessary mixed with natural fibers. Moreover, it relates to a method for the manufacture of the composite material. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111824 | Inline Rotating Rain Gutter - Disclosed is a rain gutter system that permits the gutter to be inverted, comprising a section of rain gutter that is supported on either side by a rotating assembly that includes a means of rotating the gutter inline to a downward position. The rotating assembly includes a gearbox that is connected to the gutters, and utilizes a gear mechanism that enables automatic rotation of the gutters. When rotated, the gutters allow loose debris contained therein, such as pine needles and leaves, to fall to the ground without requiring a user to climb to the roof to manually clean an upright gutter. If debris is left behind in the gutter, a hose or power sprayer may be used to clear the gutter of any debris contained therein. Once cleaned, the user may return the gutter to its original position. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111825 | RELOCATABLE RADIATION VAULT AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLY AND USE - A temporary radiotherapy facility for use during renovation, upgrading, and/or modernization of an existing facility. The radiotherapy facility is integrated with radiation producing equipment and radiation shielding vaults. The structural elements and their arrangement enable compliance with applicable codes for this type of facility and provide an ability to maintain radiotherapy treatment continuity during equipment transition. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111826 | HYPERBARIC EXERCISE FACILITY, HYPERBARIC DOME, CATASTROPHE OR CIVIL DEFENSE SHELTER - A hyperbaric exercise facility is provided allowing a persons to perform exercises and other activities at increased pressures along with controlled levels of oxygen. Additionally, a catastrophe shelter is provided to protect its occupants from peril. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111827 | TOOL-LESS MODULAR PANEL SYSTEM - A modular paneling system for modular wall assemblies includes a plurality of panels, each including panel mounting brackets attached to the top, bottom, first side and second side frame members of the panel; a plurality of elongated posts; a plurality of end pieces, each configured for removably receiving and retaining at least a portion of one or more of the plurality of mounting brackets; and a plurality of caps, each configured for removably receiving and retaining at least a portion of one or more of the plurality of mounting brackets. The modular wall is assembled by individually attaching the first and the second side frame members to respective elongated poles, and securing a top cap to each elongated post. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111828 | TIE ROD FOR STRUCTURAL PROJECTS - The tie rod for structural projects for the protection of structures for earthquake and wind is comprised of a cast iron base ( | 2013-05-09 |
20130111829 | PRE-FABRICATED ANCHOR BLOCK AND ROTATABLE ANCHOR ROD - A pre-fabricated anchor block is disclosed. The anchor block includes structure that forms at least one multi-facetted channel to receive and capture a rotatable, removable anchor rod. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111830 | BASE UNIT FOR MOUNTING PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES - Embodiments of the invention provide systems and methods for mounting a solar panel to a roof of a building or structure. Structures used to mount a solar panel to a roof may include a base having a flange that extends partially or fully around a periphery of the mounting unit, a mounting surface connected with the base and configured to couple with the solar panel so that the solar panel is elevated above the roof's surface and/or oriented at an angle with respect thereto, and one or more walls or members that connect the mounting surface to the base. A flexible membrane or skirt may be coupled with the flange and may extend laterally therefrom. The flexible membrane or skirt may be coupled with the roof to secure the mounting unit and solar panel to the roof. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111831 | Photovoltaic Roofing Systems And Methods For Repairing Them - The present invention relates generally to photovoltaic systems. The present invention relates more particularly to photovoltaic roofing systems in which photovoltaic elements are disposed upon roofing elements such as shingles, tiles, shakes or slates. For example, in one embodiment, the present invention provides a photovoltaic roofing system for use on a roof deck, the photovoltaic system including a plurality of horizontally-arranged first photovoltaic roofing elements disposed on the roof deck, each having a top end and a bottom end; one or more first flashing elements disposed on the roof deck upwards from the first photovoltaic roofing elements, the first flashing element having a top end, and a bottom end overlapping the top end of one or more of the first photovoltaic roofing elements; and a plurality of horizontally-arranged second photovoltaic roofing elements disposed on the roof deck upwards from the one or more first flashing elements, each second photovoltaic roofing element having a top end, and a bottom end overlapping the top end of one or more of the first flashing elements, the second photovoltaic roofing elements not overlapping the bottom end of any of the first flashing elements. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111832 | ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR SECURING AN OPENINNG OF A BUILDING STRUCTURE - An assembly for securely enclosing a window, door or other opening defined by a structure of a house or other building comprising: a panel sized to substantially cover the opening and engage the structure, the panel having a face having a front and a back and a pair of lateral sides; one or more mounting bars for securing to the panel; one or more installation bars; means for engaging the panel and the structure to securely enclose the opening. The engaging means configured to secure together one of the mounting bars and one of the installation bars and to move the one or more installation bar towards the back of the panel engage and secure the structure between the panel and the first installation bar. A method for installing the panel to the structure of the building to securely enclose the opening. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111833 | ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR SECURING A DOOR OPENING OR OTHER OPENING OF A BUILDING STRUCTURE - An assembly and method for securely enclosing a door opening defined by a building structure comprising: a frame disposed about the opening engaging one side of the structure; a door or other panel substantially covering the opening, the panel being pivotally secured to the frame and pivotable between an open position and a closed position; an installation bar engageable with the frame to secure the frame to the structure such that the frame and the panel are disposed substantially on one side of the structure and the frame engages the one side of the structure, and the installation bar is disposed substantially on an other side of the structure and engages the other side of the structure, the length of the installation bar exceeding a dimension of the opening; and locking means for selectively locking the panel to the frame in the closed position and for unlocking the door. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111834 | GLAZING ANCHORAGE SYSTEM - The present technology provides a glazing anchorage system for interconnecting a glazing unit with a frame of a structure. The glazing anchorage system comprises a glass anchorage connector, a frame anchorage connector and an interconnector. The interconnector is configured to couple the glass and frame anchorage connectors. The glass anchorage connector is fixedly connected to the glazing unit and includes a first elongated connection member. The frame anchorage connector is fixedly connected to the frame of the structure and includes a second elongated connection member. The interconnector is configured to couple the first elongated connection member and the second elongated connection member thus interconnecting the glass anchorage connector and the frame anchorage connector and thereby anchoring the glazing unit with the frame of a structure. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111835 | Paneled Partition Having A Retractable Extension - A paneled partition assembly is disclosed that can be used to selectively separate a first space from a second space. The paneled partition assembly can cover an opening when in a closed and extended position and uncover the opening when in an opened and retracted position. The paneled partition assembly can include a first panel and a second panel configured such that rotation of a handle on the first panel causes linear movement of the second panel. The partition assembly can include a pair of mating assemblies that selectively move from open and retracted positions on opposite sides of an opening to closed and extended positions in which opposite leading edges abut one another. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111836 | INJECTION MOLDED FLOOR TILES WITH DRAINAGE VENTS - Modular plastic floor tiles have elongate drainage vents formed to extend from the general upper surfaces of the tiles to general lower surfaces thereof. In a two-shot injection molded embodiment, the vents are laterally spaced from locations of overmolded features, and may be disposed within channels defined by downwardly depending support ribs. In one embodiment, groups of elongate vents are disposed around respective fill points in radiant fashion, so as to minimize the impedance to polymer flow within the injection mold. The vents may be radiussed at the tile's upper surface to enhance their fluid collecting capability. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111837 | COVERING, AS WELL AS PANELS AND AUXILIARY PIECES USED THEREWITH - A floor covering formed by a plurality of panels each having two opposite edges arranged to couple adjacent panels to each other. The coupling parts include a tongue and a groove, as well as locking parts preventing the drifting apart of two such adjacent panels. A separately manufactured insert is provided between at least two of the coupled panels, and the tongue and groove. The insert comprises at least two portions functioning as fixed spacing elements with a first portion between the upper side of the tongue and the lower side of the upper lip, and a second portion between the locking parts. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111838 | CONSTRUCTION ELEMENT - A construction element for forming an expansion joint, wherein the construction element acts as a physical and chemical barrier against the penetration of insects, in particular termites, into a structure, the construction element comprising a closed cell polymeric foam containing at least one insecticide substantially distributed throughout the polymeric foam; wherein on at least one outer surface of the construction element there is a water resistant adhesive attached thereto and a removable cover releasably attached to the adhesive whereby the removable cover is adapted to be removed upon application of the casting element. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111839 | STRUCTURAL INTERLOCKING WOOD PANEL - A composite membrane of wood floor diaphragm for construction of new buildings and strengthening of existing buildings to provide improved load transfer capacity and enhanced resistance to gravity and lateral loads, such as earthquake and/or wind for buildings with wood floor framing. The aforementioned composite membrane is a system, comprised of four-way interlocking mosaic end grain parquet floor attached to a plywood subfloor beneath. A floor to floor sound blocking barrier that can operate in high eighty decibel and above range may preferably be installed under the subfloor. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111840 | KIT AND ASSEMBLY FOR COMPENSATING FOR COEFFICIENTS OF THERMAL EXPANSION OF DECORATIVE MOUNTED PANELS - An improved panel system and installation process for maintaining panel contact on all four edges of its perimeter, while simultaneously maintaining full planar bearing suspension of the panel weight. A plurality of moldings are provided in varying combinations, and in particular for engaging each of the installed panels upon its outside edge corners, as opposed to by the panel ends, in order to provide engagement through a compressive force which does not pull the panel apart, rather acts to keep the panel together while under stress. | 2013-05-09 |
20130111841 | VENEER PANEL - A veneer panel is configured for installation on an H-block column. The veneer panel comprises a substantially vertical surface abutting a first surface of the H-block column, a substantially horizontal surface connected to the substantially vertical surface and abutting a second surface of the H-block column, a first substantially vertical lip attached to a first vertical edge of the substantially vertical surface and configured to abut a third surface of the H-block column, and a second substantially vertical lip attached to a second vertical edge of the substantially vertical surface and configured to abut a fourth surface of the H-block column. The substantially vertical surface, the substantially horizontal surface, the first substantially vertical lip, and the second substantially vertical lip are molded in one piece and are operatively coupled in order to cause a moment of force at the base of the H-block column to be less than the moment of force would be without at least one of the substantially horizontal surface, the first substantially vertical lip, and the second substantially vertical lip. Further, the substantially vertical surface, the substantially horizontal surface, the first substantially vertical lip, and the second substantially vertical lip may be molded in one piece to facilitate ease of installation of the veneer panel. | 2013-05-09 |