Abstract: Nickel aluminum alloys are welded utilizing a nickel based alloy containing zirconium but substantially free of titanium and niobium which reduces the tendency to crack.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method of managing an inventory of vehicles and parts associated with the vehicles using a central computer system and at least one remote computer system operatively connected to the central computer by a communications link to exchange data therebetween.

Abstract: A rail apparatus that is attachable to a support surface such as a set of telescoping bleachers and is capable of remaining attached when the support structure is in either an extended, open position or a retracted, closed position. The rail apparatus has a P-shaped handle portion integral with a shaft element that is connected to the support surface through a mounting system having a support socket and spring system. The mounting system is connected to the support surface either on the front, top or side thereof. The spring system is inside the lower portion of the shaft and provides a force that keeps the handle portion of the rail apparatus in place within the support socket, yet allows for the handle portion to be rotated to various other positions if desired.

Abstract: A signage apparatus has a storage magazine of cartridges which may be individually displayed as desired.

Abstract: Hydroxide values and associated alkali metal may be recovered from alkaline aqueous solutions using classes of fluorinated alcohols in a water immiscible solvent. The alcohols are characterized by fluorine substituents which are proximal to the acidic alcohol protons and are located to adjust the acidity of the extractant and the solubility of the extractant in the solvent. A method for stripping the extractant and solvent to regenerate the extractant and purified aqueous hydroxide solution is described.

Abstract: A method for measuring chemical analytes and physical forces by measuring changes in the deflection of a microelectromechanical cantilever structure while it is being irradiated by a light having an energy above the band gap of the structure.

Abstract: A feeding dish particularly suited for feeding small animals such as household pets which has a handle permitting the person feeding the animal to avoid bending and to avoid contact with the animal being feed.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for measuring the viscosity and/or specific density of a fluid utilizes a microcantilever vibrated in the analyte fluid. The source of vibration is switched on and off and the transient behavior or decay in amplitude of the vibration is monitored. The method is particularly useful for the measurement of process conditions in remote locations in real time.

Abstract: The essence of the method resides in that an optical signalling is carried out to display the remainder on time of three green or red lights which are suspended over a roadway in a single horizontal row on both sides of the orange light. Then two lights of the effective color are alternately switched off at a preset time interval, beginning with the light most removed from the orange lamp, this being done from a preset instant of time till switching on the orange light, while the third light of the effective color remaining switched on for some period of time. Next two switched off lights are switched on again, and the lights are flashing for the remaining period of time in the following sequence: first all the three lights are flashing in synchronism, then two lights and one light, respectively, flash at regular time intervals, after which the orange light goes on.

Abstract: Radiation curable ink compositions for ink jet contain radiation curable monomers containing vinylether and acrylate functions.

Abstract: Trouser suspenders for securing trousers in a predetermined position below the waist. The trouser suspenders have a waist strap designed to extend around the waist of a wearer. A first extender is attached to, and dependent from, the waist strap and the first extender has one fastener attached directly thereto. A second extender is attached to, and dependent from, the waist strap and the second extender has one fastener attached directly thereto. The fastener of the first extender and the fastener of the second extender attach to the trousers.

Abstract: A water powered massager 10 comprised of a diviter valve 30 connected to a shower head 20 that diverts water into a hose 40 having an inlet channel 180 and an outlet channel 190 and is connected to a body 60. The water flows from the diviter valve 30, through the inlet channel 180 and into the body 60. Within the body 60 is a propeller 210 inside a propeller cavity 230. As water is introduced into the propeller cavity 230 from the inlet channel 180, it turns the propeller 210 and then exits the propeller cavity 230 back into the hose 40 in the outlet channel 190. The water travels through the outlet channel 190 back to the diviter valve and out to the nozzle 300 of the shower head 20. A flex plate 80 is attached to the body 60 and vibrates as a result of the water inside the propeller cavity 230. As the propeller 210 turns due to the force of the water, it rotates a central pin 220 which in turn rotates a rotating disk 160. The rotating disk 160 is adjacent to and in communication with a pulsating disk 150.

Abstract: This invention relates to a silver compression method and device. By using the compression method of this invention, the loaded sliver is reduced without requiring the use of spindles and thus allow for easier handling in the next process.

Abstract: The invention relates to the field of electronics and can be used in acoustic electronic frequency-selective devices in surface acoustic waves (SAW) and volumetric acoustic waves. The purpose of the invention is the formulation of an industrial process to develop stoichiometrically structured monocrystals of lanthalum gallium silicate, of no less than 75 mm in diameter and greater than 3,5 kg in weight, along a direction of <01.1>±3°. The discs are cut out at a 90° angle with respect to the lengthwise axis, thereby ensuring that the value of the frequency temperature coefficient is zero.

Abstract: The invention is a product and a process for making a fireproof, impact limiter, homogeneous aggregate material for casting inside a hazardous material shipping container, or a double-contained Type-B nuclear shipping container. The homogeneous aggregate material is prepared by mixing inorganic compounds with water, pouring the mixture into the void spaces between an inner storage containment vessel and an outer shipping container, vibrating the mixture inside the shipping container, with subsequent curing, baking, and cooling of the mixture to form a solidified material which encapsulates an inner storage containment vessel inside an outer shipping container. The solidified material forms a protective enclosure around an inner storage containment vessel which may store hazardous, toxic, or radioactive material.

Abstract: An ink composition for ink jet printing contains an amino functionalized polyetheracrylate as radiation curable compound.

Abstract: A portable lightweight cooling apparatus for cooling a human body is disclosed, having a channeled sheet which absorbs sweat and/or evaporative liquid, a layer of highly conductive fibers adjacent the channeled sheet; and, an air-moving device for moving air through the channeled sheet, wherein the layer of fibers redistributes heat uniformly across the object being cooled, while the air moving within the channeled sheet evaporates sweat and/or other evaporative liquid, absorbs evaporated moisture and the uniformly distributed heat generated by the human body, and discharges them into the environment.

Abstract: A conversion system for converting a spark ignition engine to operate on gaseous fuel is disclosed. The conversion system includes an electronic controller which operates on several novel principles to provide superior performance/responsiveness and to reduce exhaust emissions. The controller in accordance with the invention assumes complete control of spark ignition timing when gaseous fuel mode is enabled and generates independent spark ignition signals tailored to the gaseous fuel. The controller also generates an independent pulse width modulated gaseous fuel injection signal that controls a high performance electronic solenoid injector valve to supply gaseous fuel to the engine. Variable injector speed is used to compensate for the dynamic range of the engine. A novel dual array block learn scheme is used to provide efficient fuel control in engines equipped with closed-loop monitoring systems and exhaust gas recirculation.

Abstract: A sensor apparatus is provided using a microcantilevered spring element having a coating of a detector molecule such as an antibody or antigen. A sample containing a target molecule or substrate is provided to the coating. The spring element bends in response to the stress induced by the binding which occurs between the detector and target molecules. Deflections of the cantilever are detected by a variety of detection techniques. The microcantilever may be approximately 1 to 200 &mgr;m long, approximately 1 to 50 &mgr;m wide, and approximately 0.3 to 3.0 &mgr;m thick. A sensitivity for detection of deflections is in the range of 0.01 nanometers.

Abstract: A system for visualizing, controlling and managing information includes a data analysis unit for interpreting and classifying raw data using analytical techniques. A data flow coordination unit routes data from its source to other components within the system. A data preparation unit handles the graphical preparation of the data and a data rendering unit presents the data in a three-dimensional interactive environment where the user can observe, interact with, and interpret the data. A user can view the information on various levels, from a high overall process level view, to a view illustrating linkage between variables, to view the hard data itself, or to view results of an analysis of the data. The system allows a user to monitor a physical process in real-time and further allows the user to manage and control the information in a manner not previously possible.