Abstract: A link for a wristband for coupling with other like links comprises a link segment having a forward end and a rear end. The rear end defines a first slot and the forward end is minimally smaller than the first slot. The forward end further defines a second slot therein. At least one pin is retained by the rear end of the link segment and extends into the first slot. The at least one pin is positioned to be received in the second slot of the forward end of a like configured link. A door is selectively slidable over the second slot for capturing and retaining the at least one pin of the like configured link.

Abstract: The present invention is a method and apparatus for real time in-situ measuring of the downhole chemical and or physical properties of a core of an earth formation during a coring operation. The present invention comprises several embodiments that may use electromagnetic, acoustic, fluid and differential pressure, temperature, gamma and x-ray, neutron radiation, nuclear magnetic resonance, and mudwater invasion measurements to measure the chemical and or physical properties of the core that may include porosity, bulk density, mineralogy, and fluid saturations. The present invention comprises a downhole apparatus coupled to an inner and or an outer core barrel near the coring bits with a sensor array coupled to the inner core barrel for real time gathering of the measurements. A controller coupled to the sensor array controls the gathering of the measurements and stores the measurements in a measurement storage unit coupled to the controller for retrieval by a computing device for tomographic analysis.

Abstract: A padded wrist rest that is integral with a portable electronic device, meaning that the wrist rest is sold with the device and does not have to be removed from the device to close and store the device, is disclosed. While integral to the portable electronic device, the wrist rest of the present invention can be removed by the user or owner of the portable electronic device for maintenance or replacement. The wrist rest may be single- or multiple-part, and includes one or more pads manufactured from encapsulated gel, closed-cell foam, fabric-covered padding, vinyl-covered padding, or leather-covered padding. The wrist rest may include one or more bases that are slid, screwed, or snapped into place on the portable electronic device.

Abstract: The panic exit device includes several features which improve its ease of use and operability over earlier devices including: (1) an improved latch deadlocking mechanism; (2) an improved latch to pad mechanism; (3) a pad lock down feature; (4) an improved universal mounting plate and easily mounted strike; and (5) a vertical rod-bottom bolt deadlocking mechanism in its center case. The latch deadlocking mechanism includes a deadlock link, which in the event of a fire, will block the movement of the latch bolt.

Abstract: A tool for expanding a hole size while drilling tool is disclosed. The tool utilizes a mechanically actuated mandrel and extendable cutting lugs designed in a configuration with fewer moving parts than previous designs. The cutting lugs have multiple cutting elements attached. The cutting lugs are driven between two cylindrical diameter surfaces to achieve a large differential between the retracted and extended positions of the tool, and to provide sufficient stability to allow the tool to be used in the extended position while drilling forward. The lugs are internally assembled and tapered to closely match the slots in the body of the tool for additional stability and to prevent complete passage through the tool for prevention of catastrophic failure. The tool has a locking mechanism to allow the tool to remain in the extended position when the weight is removed from the tool.

Abstract: A high frequency shielded data transmission cable and method of making same are disclosed. Optimal transmission and minimal signal loss are achieved when the conductors of such a cable are maintained in fixed positions relative to one another and relative to the metal shielding. These features are provided by a cable of the instant invention wherein a central core having diametrically opposed spiral grooves hold the insulated conductors in fixed relation to one another. At least one inner layer of dielectric material maintains the insulated conductors within the grooves and provides a fixed spacing between the conductors and the metal shielding. Metal shielding, preferably of braided strips of metal, provides additional strength and flexibility to the cable. The interstitial spaces of the braid may optionally be filled with a filling compound. Likewise, the insulated conductors may be coated with a water-blocking compound to fill any spaces between the conductors and the walls of the grooves.

Abstract: The removable mullion assembly allows a mullion to be removed, thereby allowing wider objects to pass through double doors. The top fitting of the assembly includes a spring loaded retaining bolt which locks the mullion in place. A locking mechanism attached to the top fitting allows the retaining bolt to be disengaged from the mullion. However, in the event of a fire, a meltable platform within the top fitting releases a deadlock, which mechanically blocks the retaining bolt from disengaging the mullion.

Abstract: A timepiece and chronometer with a superimposed analog/digital display arrangement. The timepiece comprises a watch case with a back and a display area, a transparent crystal, an electrically-driven digital LCD display, a superimposed analog display comprising an hour hand, minute hand, and interior bezel, an electrical analog watch movement, and a digital display driver. The digital LCD display indicates passing seconds by incrementally displaying either digits 00 through 59 or digits 01 through 60 for one second each, either in dark numerals over a light background, or vice versa. The analog display is driven by an electrical watch movement located beneath the LCD display that comprises a battery, a timing standard, timing circuitry, a stem and crown assembly, and a hand moving assembly that extends upward through the center aperture of the LCD display and couples to the analog watch hands.

Abstract: A wax injector is used to create the wax mold for use in the investment casting process. The injector utilizes a wax pot to melt and store the molten wax to be injected. A heat exchanger heats the molten wax to its proper injection temperature just prior to injection. A pressure sensor senses when the mold is full of molten wax and shuts the wax valve to ensure proper wax metering. The injector also uses an improved mold clamp to secure and uniformly compress the two halves of the mold. The compressive force is applied via a pneumatically-operated piston attached to the clamp. An internal position sensor measures mold thickness and compression. The mold clamp is enclosed in an air-tight chamber that is evacuated before wax is injected into the mold.