Abstract: A novel Fine-Particles-Removing Device (FPRD) is disclosed. The FPRD can be used removing fine particles from a flow of gas. Some embodiments of the FPRD can comprise a housing having a peripheral wall, upper and lower extremities wherein the housing comprises at least one inlet opening for receiving the gaseous stream and an inner-ring having a plurality of gaps. The housing can be associated with outlet means for removing of solid contaminants from the housing into a collecting receptacle for collecting the removed solid contaminants from the outlet means. In addition a pressure-manipulating-device (PMD) can be placed between the outlet means and the collecting receptacle.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for producing electrolyzed water. In exemplary embodiments, a fluid container capable of storing a brine solution therein is used. An electrolytic cell is disposed within the fluid container and in communication with the brine solution. A power source is in electrical communication with the electrolytic cell, a pump is disposed in the fluid container; as is a chlorometer. A fluid container head is in removable mechanical communication with the fluid container, the fluid container head including a nozzle in fluid communication with the pump, a trigger in electrical communication with the pump, and a power switch in communication with the power source. A controller is in communication with the chlorometer and the electrolytic cell, the controller operating the electrolytic cell to convert the brine solution to a cleaning solution.

Abstract: Disclosed is pesticidal particulate composition of matter, the particles comprising active substances, which react upon contact inside a pest body, the reaction generating a gaseous product and/or heat which destroy the pest. Pesticidal preparations, methods and kits are also disclosed.

Abstract: This method for discharging liquid from a tank of a stricken ship that is partially out of the water and has at least one technical access includes the following steps: opening the technical access, introducing a rigid pipe into the interior of the tank through the technical access, and placing a lift pump or a suction pump inside the rigid pipe. The lift pump or suction pump can be without a delivery hose.

Abstract: A process of manual, semi-automatic and fully-automated integration of discrete components into a container that results in fast, reliable, cost-effective, and scalable production of composite containers is disclosed. The process can be embodied in manufacturing equipment that has a series of stations and may be called an assembly device. The equipment can produce containers, tubs, canisters, cartridges, etc. which are easily separated into different bio-degradable or compostable parts. Other container types are possible and are contemplated.

Abstract: A method of using a assembly facilitator for a pulp-molded shell with polymer liner containing systems to precisely create a integral pulp molded shell is disclosed along with the assembly facilitator itself.

Abstract: This method for discharging liquid from a tank of a ship that is partially out of the water and has at least one technical access (3), comprises the steps of: opening this technical access, introducing a rigid pipe (13) into the interior of the tank (1) through this technical access (3), placing inside this rigid pipe (13) a lift pump or suction pump (15) that can be without a delivery hose.

Abstract: The invention relates to a lamp (4) and to a lighting system and device (1) for lighting interiors such as dwellings or offices, the LED lamp (6) including an LED-supporting body (5) having a substantially circular or polygonal crown-shaped plan and provided with a plurality of LEDs on one of the surfaces thereof, which body defines a hollow inner space (17) through which natural light can pass via means (22) for conveying natural light provided on the device, such as, for example, segments of reflective tube (2,2?) that convey natural light or an optical fiber (3b). The lighting system enables the transmission via a communication channel (13) of the signal generated by a transducer element (10), involving at least one element (11) for transmitting to the corresponding receiver elements (12) which modify the elements (7) that control each lamp.

Abstract: A method of using a assembly facilitator for a pulp-molded shell with polymer liner containing systems to precisely create a integral pulp molded shell is disclosed along with the assembly facilitator itself

Abstract: Disclosed is pesticidal particulate composition of matter, the particles comprising active substances, which react upon contact inside a pest body, the reaction generating a gaseous product and/or heat which destroy the pest. Pesticidal preparations, methods and kits are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of using a assembly facilitator for a pulp-molded shell with polymer liner containing systems to precisely create a integral pulp molded shell is disclosed along with the assembly facilitator itself.

Abstract: Many public utilities companies employ meter data management systems (MDMSs) to manage the millions and sometimes billions of daily and interval meter read values that they collect during a single billing period. One problem with some MDMSs estimate missing daily reads based on average daily usage and these estimates do not match daily usage values determined from interval read data, causing sum check exceptions. Such exceptions are undesirable because they can lead to billing errors and lost consumer confidence in the utility, among other things. To address this, the present inventors devised an exemplary system that uses good and estimated interval read data to more accurately estimate the missing daily reads and thereby reduce occurrences of sum check exceptions. The exemplary system also estimates missing time of use and demand data based on interval read data.

Abstract: An environmentally efficient packaging/delivery system that is cost effective, carbon effective and readily recyclable while being very usable for dispensing pourable materials (primarily dairy and juice) is disclosed. The system leverages light-weight flexible refill pouches with re-sealable closures that are securely installed in re-usable carafes in the home. Single-use packaging is reduced since light-weight flexibles are used as distribution and retail packaging, and a durable carafe is used repeatedly in the home.

Abstract: The present inventors recognized a need to leverage the data from Advanced Metering Systems (AMIs) in the management of electrical outages. To address this and/or other needs, the present inventors devised, among other things, systems, methods, and software that not only intelligently filter and communicate AMI outage data to Outage Management Systems (OMSs), but also facilitate communications between OMSs and multiple types of AMI systems. One exemplary system includes an outage management module that receives AMI outage data in the form of “last gasp” messages from meters and determines whether the OMS is already aware of a power outage associated with those meters. If the OMS is already aware of an outage associated with these meters, the outage management module excludes the outage reports from its communications with the OMS, thereby preserving its capacity to handle new outage information and overcoming a significant obstacle to using AMI data within OMSs.

Abstract: The invention relates to a plant for recovering a polluting fluid contained in the tank (4) of a sunken vessel (1) comprising a plurality of pipes (5) fixed to a deck (2), wherein each pipe comprises a first and second ends and, according to the beaching position of the sunken vessel, can form means for introducing a pressurized water into the tank or means for removing the polluting fluid outside thereof. Said invention is characterized in that said pipes are positioned in such a way that the ends thereof enters near each top corner of the tank and the second ends thereof are accessible from the inside of the sunken vessel.

Abstract: An environmentally efficient packaging/delivery system that is cost effective, carbon effective and readily recyclable while being very usable for dispensing liquids (primarily dairy and juice) is disclosed. The system leverages light-weight flexible refill pouches with re-sealable closures that are securely installed in re-usable carafes in the home. Single-use packaging is reduced since light-weight flexibles are used as distribution and retail packaging, and a durable carafe is used repeatedly in the home.

Abstract: The invention relates to a floating craft such as a ship that includes at least one tank of a polluting fluid and at least one rescue connector communicating with the tank. The floating craft such as a ship is characterized in that the connector is connected to the tank by a linking mechanism, at least a portion of which is dedicated to at least one function that is operational outside rescue situations.

Abstract: The invention relates to a lamp (4) and to a lighting system and device (1) for lighting interiors such as dwellings or offices, the LED lamp (6) including an LED-supporting body (5) having a substantially circular or polygonal crown-shaped plan and provided with a plurality of LEDs on one of the surfaces thereof, which body defines a hollow inner space (17) through which natural light can pass via means (22) for conveying natural light provided on the device, such as, for example, segments of reflective tube (2,2?) that convey natural light or an optical fibre (3b). The lighting system enables the transmission via a communication channel (13) of the signal generated by a transducer element (10), involving at least one element (11) for transmitting to the corresponding receiver elements (12) which modify the elements (7) that control each lamp.

Abstract: A method of making durable, non-vitrified masonry units comprising fly ash, the method comprising mixing fly ash comprising a minimum of 15% CaO by weight and no more than about 10% loss on ignition, water, and an air entrainment agent to form a fly ash mixture; compacting the fly ash mixture in a shaping device by applying pressure of at least 1000 psi to the fly ash mixture; and curing the compacted fly ash mixture to cause the mixture to harden and gain strength.