Abstract: A portable printer coater for use with a printing press includes: a counter for indicating wear on seal components, a system for installing and removing the coater without lifting, and a tensioner for improving lifetime of seals in the chambered doctor. The counter records operating time or revolutions and provides an output indicating consumed lifespan or remaining lifespan. A split catwalk is provided on a press and rollers are provided on the printer coater to facilitate moving the printer coater into engagement with the press. A cart is used to move the printer coater adjacent the press and rails are used to move the printer coater from the cart onto the catwalk. One adjustable tensioner is positioned to apply force to the center of the chambered doctor and reduced wear on seal components.

Abstract: A non-aqueous ink jet ink for printing lithographic printing plates. The formulation provides for ink jet printing using a solvent based ink in a drop on demand printer. The ink exhibits excellent physical properties and good stability over a range of times and temperatures.

Abstract: Disclosed is a printing plate material comprising a substrate and provided thereon, a hydrophilic layer and an image formation layer, wherein the hydrophilic layer contains particles (A) having a particle size of from 1 to 10 ?m and having a new Mohs hardness of from 11 to 15, and particles (B) having a particle size of from 10 nm to less than 1 ?m, the particles (B) having a true specific gravity greater than the particles (A).

Abstract: A flexo direct printing plate is engraved in two processes. One is a precision engraving process for irradiating the flexo direct printing plate at a precision engraving pixel pitch with a precision engraving beam having a small diameter, to engrave the plate to a maximum depth. The other is a coarse engraving process for irradiating the flexo direct printing plate at a coarse engraving pixel pitch larger than the precision engraving pixel pitch, with a coarse engraving beam having a large diameter, to engrave the plate to a relief depth.

Abstract: Projectile cartridges, explosive cartridges and propellant cartridges containing at least one agent which is perceived, essentially, in an unknown manner, e.g., a pheromone.

Abstract: A finless cone-nosed, ogival-nosed, or combination ogive-cone nosed training projectile is statically stable, yet has adequate spin rate to compensate for aerodynamic or mass asymmetries. In addition, the training projectile can be fired from smooth bore or rifled cannons of various calibers, including 120 mm and 105 mm. Spin torque and stability augmentation are provided by a radially angled slotted tail flange attached to the rear of the training projectile, providing high performance and improved accuracy at low cost for use in training exercises. The training projectile has a higher static margin than conventional devices, and provides the ability to train personnel with a training projectile that achieves flight ranges similar to its matching tactical projectile, and has improved accuracy.

Abstract: An anti-missile missile (10) includes a missile configured to track and intercept an incoming missile travelling along path (12). Missile (10) includes at least one barrel assembly (13) having a multiplicity of projectiles stacked axially within barrel assembly (13), together with discrete selectively ignitable propellant charges for propelling the multiplicity of projectiles sequentially through the muzzle of barrel assembly (13). The multiplicity of projectiles produce a fragment column (20) along path (12) to destroy the incoming missile. Alternatively, anti-missile missile (10) can be guided to produce a direct hit at point (18) on the incoming missile. Barrel assembly (13) can include an aiming mechanism so that barrel assembly (13) can be rotated through sector (15, 16) to target path (12).

Abstract: An amusement ride vehicle includes a first vehicle section, a second vehicle section, and an articulation joint connecting, and providing rotational movement between, the first and second vehicle sections. The articulation joint comprises a first shaft for bearing loads during normal operation of the joint, and a second shaft within the first shaft for bearing loads when the first shaft is inoperable. A test element, such as a lever, is attached to the second shaft. The second shaft is rotatable via the test element during normal operation of the joint. When the first shaft is inoperable, the second shaft handles loads acting on the articulation joint, and is not rotatable via the test element, thus indicating a failure of the first shaft.

Abstract: Insulative panels mountable to the exterior of a railway boxcar, and railway boxcars having exterior insulative panels are disclosed. Each disclosed insulative panel may have first and second skins of fiber-reinforced plastic spaced apart from each other with foam or other insulative material interposed into the space therebetween. The disclosed insulative panels can be attached to the exterior of an existing, non-insulated boxcar to retrofit it as an insulated boxcar. In addition, thermally insulative material may be positioned vertically above a door opening for additional insulation.

Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide an axle box suspension for a railway car with a simple structure to fix coil springs and support rubbers, and enabling easy mounting operation. Coil springs 21 and 22 are disposed on top of an axle box 10. Support rubbers 30 are disposed on front and rear portions of the axle box 10 with respect to the traveling direction of the railway car. A support shaft 31 is disposed at the axial center position of the support rubber 30, and the upper end of the support shaft 31 is passed through the side beam 6. The upper end of the support shaft 31 protruding from the upper surface of the side beam 6 is fixed via a nut. The operation of fixing the support shaft 31 to the side beam 6 by tightening the nut 40 can be performed at the upper surface area of the side beam 6, so the operation is facilitated.

Abstract: Fluorescent pigment compounds comprising aryl-ureido benzoxazinone compounds of the general formula (I): wherein R1 is an substituted or unsubstituted aryl group, R2 and R3 are each independently selected from an H atom, an alkyl group, an alkoxy group, an alkylcarboxy group and a halogen atom, X is a carbon or sulfur atom and n is an integer of 1 or more. Many of the compounds of this class produce a yellow, generally deep yellow, emission at wavelengths of about 560 to about 585 nm when excited by an appropriate UV source. These compounds produce fluorescence making them useful as fluorescent pigments, those compounds providing emission wavelengths within the range of from about 560 to about 585 or higher when excited by a UV source are particularly useful. Those compounds having this emission spectra for the compounds makes these compounds particularly useful as pigments in security applications, particularly as pigments for use in security inks and fibers.

Abstract: An aqueous printing fluid, comprising a cosolvent, the cosolvent or mixture of compounds comprising at least one inner salt compound having a sp3-hybridized nitrogen cation and an associated anionic charge either isolated on an N-substituted oxygen anion bound directly to the sp3-hybridized nitrogen cation or isolated among the oxygens of a carboxylate group; a method of avoiding paper curl in printed paper by using the above-described aqueous printing fluid; and a printer system for avoiding paper curl in printed paper through using the above-described aqueous printing fluid.

Abstract: An ink composition comprising: a coloring agent having an oxidation potential of more electropositive than 1.0V (vs SCE); a water; a guanidine compound; and a surfactant, the ink composition to be used in inkjet recording and an inkjet recording method with the use of the ink composition.

Abstract: An ink comprising yellow colorants and a colorant having a phthalocyanine skeleton, in which the yellow colorants are at least a colorant represented by the following general formula I and C.I. Direct Yellow 132.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a pigment-free ink-jet ink and method of producing a printed image. The ink-jet ink can comprise an aqueous liquid vehicle including 1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-pyrrolidinone, and a colorant consisting essentially of a dye that is solubilized in the aqueous liquid vehicle.

Abstract: Disclosed is a foam comprising a matrix and cells included in the matrix. The matrix comprises denatured protein and at least one compound selected from the group consisting of alginic acid, salts thereof, and derivatives of alginic acid.

Abstract: One of silicon dioxide particles and an acid whose pKa in water at 25° C. is from 1.9 to 4.5 is mixed in a polymer solution, such that a first liquid may be obtained, and another one is added to the first liquid. Thus a dope is obtained. Otherwise, a solvent, silicon dioxide particles and an acid whose acid dissociation constant (pKa) in water at 25° C. is from 1.9 to 4.5 are mixed, such that a second liquid in which a concentration of said acid is 0.5 wt. % may be obtained. The second liquid is added to a polymer solution, and thus a dope is obtained. A cellulose acylate film produced from each dope can be peeled from a support adequately, and aggregation of the particles are reduced. Therefore, a film whose optical properties are excellent is produced at high speed.

Abstract: Coating compositions, methods of applying the coating compositions, and articles incorporating the coating compositions are provided. The coating compositions are useful for coating a variety of substrates to improve the appearance and printability of the substrates. The coating compositions incorporate pigment system, a binder, and a thickener system. The thickener system incorporates a polyvinyl alcohol polymer and a boron containing compound such as boric acid. The coating compositions exhibit viscosity characteristics equal or superior to coating compositions incorporating conventional thickeners while providing cost advantages over conventional thickener systems.

Abstract: A dual functional desk with tilt-adjustable tops includes a stand frame; a front top mounted to an upper front portion of the stand frame via a front tilt control device; and a rear top including a screen support and mounted to an upper rear portion of the stand frame via a rear tilt control device. A computer, TV, or PDA screen may be mounted on the screen support, and the front and the rear top may be separately adjusted to different tilt angles best for writing, reading, or drawing at the front top, or watching the screen mounted on the rear top. When the screen is not in use, the front and the rear top may be simultaneously restored to a horizontal state or adjusted to the same plane with the screen invisibly located below the rear top to increase the usable area on the desk.

Abstract: A desk with tilt-adjustable tops includes a stand frame; a front top mounted to an upper front portion of the stand frame via a front tilt control device; and a rear top mounted to an upper rear portion of the stand frame via a rear tilt control device. The stand frame is height-adjustable and has a storage box located below a rear portion of the front top. The front and the rear top may be separately adjusted to different tilt angles best for writing, drawing, or reading at the desk. In normal time, the front and the rear top may be simultaneously restored to a horizontal state or adjusted to the same plane with the storage box invisibly located below the front top, so that the desk is used as a general desk with a flat top.

Abstract: An overhead storage system includes support beams forming a frame to a deck around its perimeter and four corner vertical mounts for suspending the deck from a ceiling. The frame is preferably made of Z-shaped beams supported by vertical L-shaped corner supports to provide strong support for a deck. The Z-shaped beams provide strength and a horizontal surface on which a deck can be rested. A welded wire deck can be strengthened by bonding it to ribs. In some embodiments, center supports can preferably be positioned anywhere along the length of the support beams, and do not require holes in the beams for mounting. The beams are preferably connected to the vertical corner brackets without using threaded fasteners, thereby making the assembly easier for assembly by a homeowner.

Abstract: An overhead storage system includes support beams forming a frame to a deck around its perimeter and four corner vertical mounts for suspending the deck from a ceiling. The frame is preferably made of Z-shaped beams supported by vertical L-shaped corner supports to provide strong support for a deck. The Z-shaped beams provide strength and a horizontal surface on which a deck can be rested. A welded wire deck can be strengthened by bonding it to ribs. In some embodiments, center supports can preferably be positioned anywhere along the length of the support beams, and do not require holes in the beams for mounting. The beams are preferably connected to the vertical corner brackets without using threaded fasteners, thereby making the assembly easier for assembly by a homeowner.

Abstract: A dual functional desk with tilt-adjustable tops includes a stand frame; a front top mounted to an upper front portion of the stand frame via a front tilt control device; and a rear top including a screen support and mounted to an upper rear portion of the stand frame via a rear tilt control device. A computer, TV, or PDA screen may be mounted on the screen support, and the front and the rear top may be separately adjusted to different tilt angles best for writing, reading, or drawing at the front top, or watching the screen mounted on the rear top. When the screen is not in use, the front and the rear top may be simultaneously restored to a horizontal state or adjusted to the same plane with the screen invisibly located below the rear top to increase the usable area on the desk.

Abstract: A desk with tilt-adjustable tops includes a stand frame; a front top mounted to an upper front portion of the stand frame via a front tilt control device; and a rear top mounted to an upper rear portion of the stand frame via a rear tilt control device. The stand frame is height-adjustable and has a storage box located below a rear portion of the front top. The front and the rear top may be separately adjusted to different tilt angles best for writing, drawing, or reading at the desk. In normal time, the front and the rear top may be simultaneously restored to a horizontal state or adjusted to the same plane with the storage box invisibly located below the front top, so that the desk is used as a general desk with a flat top.

Abstract: A pallet includes a top plate, a bottom plate fixed below the main plate, and a plurality of spaces mounted below a general plane of the bottom plate. The top plate includes a main section and two enveloping sections respectively on two sides of the main section of the top plate. A protective folding section is provided between each enveloping section and the main section of the top plate. At least one reinforcing plate is sandwiched between the main section of the top plate and the enveloping sections of the top plate. The protective folding sections form front and rear edges of the pallet, preventing damage to the pallet during use.

Abstract: A pallet includes a top plate and a bottom plate fixed below the top plate. The top plate includes a main section and four enveloping sections respectively on four sides of the main section of the top plate. A folding section is provided between each enveloping section and an associated side of the main section of the top plate. The main section of the top plate, the enveloping sections, and the folding sections together define a space in which at least one reinforcing plate is received. The enveloping sections are bonded to an underside of the at least one reinforcing plate.

Abstract: A pallet includes a top plate and a leg assembly fixed below the top plate. The leg assembly includes a bottom plate fixed below the top plate. The bottom plate includes three receiving sections spaced from one another. Each receiving section includes two longitudinal sides and a bottom side. Three supporting blocks are mounted in each receiving section and spaced from one another. Each longitudinal side of each receiving section includes two transverse openings. Each transverse opening on each receiving section is located between two of the supporting blocks adjacent to each other.

Abstract: A mounting base on which a stacked bundle of multiple planographic printing plates can be loaded and bound with a binding member that is wound around and can be lifted and transported from the lower portion with a lifting component is provided. The mounting base is provided with a space into which the lifting component can be inserted, and a guard portion on an outer surface of the mounting base that prevents contact between the binding member and the lifting component. The guard component can be made such that it is removable from the outer surface of the mounting base.

Abstract: An apparatus for treating waste includes a vessel and DC and/or AC plasma torches with a variable flame mounted with the vessel. The flames generated by the torches can be adjusted depending on the characteristics of the waste being treated. Waste can be introduced into the vessel and heated with energy from the flame. The energy can melt or vitrify the inorganic portion of the waste and gasify and dissociate the organic portion of the waste. This dissociation can destroy the hazardous or toxic constituency of the waste.

Abstract: A method for shielding the inner surface above the shield refractory (4) of the furnace wall (3) of a circulating fluidized bed boiler from erosion caused by suspension flows, in which method a shield structure is formed on the inner surface of the boiler wall. At least a first zone (1) and a second zone (2) are formed in the shield structure, the erosion-resistance properties of which zones differ from each other. In addition the invention relates to a circulating fluidized bed boiler, which comprises a corresponding shield structure.

Abstract: A power planting device comprised of a base plate (5) and a cone (4). The base plate (5) is removably fastenable to a powered landscaping tool, preferably a weed trimmer (1), and the cone (4) is removably fastenable to the base plate (5). When the base plate (5) and cone (4) are secured to a weed trimmer (1), the rotating motion of the weed trimmer (1) propels the cone (4) to spin. When a user positions the cone (4) onto the ground and turns the weed trimmer (1) on, cutting ribs (6) on the cone (4) dig into the ground, thereby creating a conically-shaped hole. Thus, the power for digging the hole comes from the weed trimmer (1), rather than the user.

Abstract: A horizontal rotary hook of a sewing machine includes an inner rotary hook made of synthetic resin and housing a bobbin, an outer rotary hook made of synthetic resin and housing the inner rotary hook and rotated in a predetermined direction, an adsorption plate made of a magnetic material and mounted on one of an outer surface of a bottom wall of the inner rotary hook and an inner surface of a bottom wall of the outer rotary hook, a magnet piece formed as a thin plate and mounted in the other of the outer surface of the bottom wall of the inner rotary hook and the inner surface of the bottom wall of the outer rotary hook, and a yoke member made of a magnetic material and housing the magnet piece integrally formed with a bottom wall contacting the magnet piece and a wall surrounding an outer circumferential side of the magnet piece. The yoke member is mounted on the other of the outer surface of the bottom wall of the inner rotary hook and the inner surface of the bottom wall of the outer rotary hook.

Abstract: An assembly for converting a non-sailing boat to a sailboat comprises a sailing keel adapted to be removably attached to the keel of a boat, a first and a second support frame, one or more straps connected on a first end to the sailing keel and connected on a second end to one or both of the first and second support frames, a steering support frame, and a rudder attached to the steering support frame or stern of the boat. The first and second support frames and steering support frame are adapted to extend across the boat from one side of the boat to an opposite side, and the first support frame is adapted to support a mast in an essentially vertical position. A method for converting a non-sailing boat to a sailboat utilizing this assembly is also provided.

Abstract: A frictionally reduced hull is provided for a marine vessel, the hull having a water line, a bow end and an aft end. The hull has a first opening below the water line and a second opening below the water line. The first opening is closer than the second opening to the bow end. A first conduit extends from the first opening to the second opening, whereby water flows into the conduit through the first opening and passes through the conduit from the first opening towards the second opening, exiting at the second opening. A second conduit extends into the first conduit between the first opening and the second opening, fluid being drawn into the first conduit via the second conduit and exiting at the second opening.

Abstract: A trim ring has an annular rim and a cylindrical body insertable into a hole in the deck of a water craft. A cap has a depending cylindrical body that fits within the body of the ring. A gasket carried by one of the components is compressed between the two automatically as the cap and ring are brought together, and relaxes slightly as the cap reaches a fully closed position without hindering the watertight fit between the two components.

Abstract: A floating dock mooring article, which slidably fits around a watercraft dock pipe, comprising a flotation device attached to a mooring member and a flange generally located at the upper end thereof. A watercraft is moored to the dock, as by a rope, via the flotation mooring article. When the water level rises as due to a flood, the float will cause the mooring article to raise-up the dock pipe and maintain securement of the watercraft to the dock.

Abstract: An elongated hollow member (160), as shown in FIG. 1, with longitudinally disposed external vane(s) (275A-B) for securing an offshore structure to the seafloor. The external vanes help maintain the heading and bearing of the anchor during the installation process, and may also enhance the pile anchor's holding capacity.

Abstract: A sit-on-top kayak hull having an elevated void in the area between the normal seated position of a paddlers legs. The elevated void which is formed into the hull of the watercraft and extends there-through to a height above the normal laden waterline generally to a level of the approximate height of the gunwales forms a hole in the craft which is surrounded by walls. Various modules may be inserted into the hull void for varying needs, such as storage modules, clear modules for underwater vision, or flotation modules. The hull void additionally allows for changes in the running surface of the kayak by insertion of rudders, skegs, centerboards or other devices The void may be left open in full or part for egress of scuba hoses, anchors or other marine devices without affecting the structural integrity of the kayak, its buoyancy, or adversely affecting its performance.

Abstract: A method and device for preventing a flag from furling is disclosed. The device includes a fastener for attaching the device to a flag; an elongated tensile element having a first end attached to the fastener and a second end; and a weighted object attached to the second end of the tensile element. The method includes fastening a first end of an elongated tensile element to a flag and attaching a weighted object to the second end of the elongated tensile element. The elongated tensile element may include a rigid element, such as, a rod or bar, or a pliable element, such as, a cord or chain. According to aspects of the invention, the interaction of the elongated tensile element and the weighted object counteracts flag motion tending to furl the flag around its flagpole. The weighted object may include a support structure and a source of source of illumination for the flag.

Abstract: An apparatus that indicates whether an object has been exposed to a predetermined critical temperature T. The apparatus housing has a reservoir portion and a capillary tube portion in fluid connection with the reservoir portion. A first fluid is contained within the reservoir portion. A second fluid is contained within the capillary portion. A barrier is located intermediate the first fluid and second fluid. The barrier prevents the first and second fluids from intermixing until the apparatus is exposed to the critical temperature, and then allows at least a portion of the second fluid to mix with the first fluid when the apparatus is exposed to the critical temperature. An observable characteristic of one of the fluids irreversibly changes when the apparatus is exposed to the critical temperature. The housing completely encapsulates the fluids and barrier within the housing and prevents evaporation of the fluids and barrier from the housing.

Abstract: The present invention is a method of producing a P(phosphorus)-doped silicon single crystal by Czochralski method, wherein, at least, a growth of the single crystal is performed so that an Al (aluminum) concentration is 2×1012 atoms/cc or more. Thereby, there can be provided a method of easily and inexpensively producing a P(phosphorus)-doped silicon single crystal of defect-free region having an excellent capability of electrical characteristics to be high breakdown voltage, which contains neither, for example, V region, OSF region, nor large dislocation cluster (LSEPD, LFPD) region.

Abstract: A crystallization apparatus includes an illumination system which applies illumination light for crystallization to a non-single-crystal semiconductor film, and a phase shifter which includes first and second regions disposed to form a straight boundary and transmitting the illumination light from the illumination system by a first phase retardation therebetween, and phase-modulates the illumination light to provide a light intensity distribution having an inverse peak pattern that light intensity falls in a zone of the non-single-crystal semiconductor film containing an axis corresponding to the boundary. The phase shifter further includes a small region which extends into at least one of the first and second regions from the boundary and transmits the illumination light by a second phase retardation with respect to the at least one of the first and second regions.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for producing a crystalline thin film, characterized by including the steps of: (A) preparing a thin film having a specific region arranged at a predetermined position, the specific region continuing to a surrounding non-specific region and being different in melting or resolidification property from the surrounding non-specific region; (B) locally melting and resolidifying a partial area including the specific region in the thin film; and (C) locally melting and resolidifying another partial area including a non-specific region sharing a common boundary with an area crystallized by resolidification in a preceding step. The spatial position of the specific region can be accurately determined. The obtained crystalline thin film has crystal grains formed at predetermined positions, and therefore the fluctuation of formed elements are reduced.

Abstract: The invention relates to a single-crystal diamond grown by microwave plasma chemical vapor deposition that has a toughness of at least about 30 MPa m1/2. The invention also relates to a method of producing a single-crystal diamond with a toughness of at least about 30 MPa m1/2. The invetnion further relates to a process for producing a single crystal CVD diamond in three dimensions on a single crystal diamond substrate.

Abstract: A coating system for automatically coating a human body in a coating chamber, followed by automatically cleaning the coating chamber and a method of operating thereof is described. The coating system comprises a coating solution reservoir configured to hold a coating solution, a cleaning solution reservoir configured to hold a cleaning solution; a fluid dispensing device configured to dispense the coating solution or the cleaning solution within the coating chamber; a pumping system coupled to the cleaning solution reservoir and the coating solution reservoir, and configured to supply the cleaning solution from the cleaning solution reservoir or coating solution from the coating solution reservoir to the fluid dispensing device; and a power source coupled to the pumping system, and configured to provide the pumping system with power for pumping the cleaning solution or coating solution. Additionally, the coating system further comprises a control system for controlling the coating system.

Abstract: A method and system for providing a homogeneous processing environment in a high pressure processing system is described. A high pressure fluid and a process chemistry are mixed in a pre-mixing system prior to exposure with the fluid in a supercritical state of a substrate in the high pressure processing system. For example, the pre-mixing system can include a fluid circulation system configured to bypass the high pressure processing system until the high pressure fluid and the process chemistry are mixed. Alternatively, the pre-mixing system can include a mixing chamber, and optionally include means for agitating the high pressure fluid and process chemistry in the mixing chamber.

Abstract: A device for direct or indirect application of liquid or viscous coating medium by way of an application system onto a material web, especially a paper or cardboard web, including a weakening device for weakening the boundary layer of air that is carried along by the application surface. The weakening device is located prior to the applicator device viewed in direction of travel of the application surface. The weakening device includes a blowing device and a suction device. The blowing device is located prior to the applicator device when viewed in direction of travel of the application surface and produces an air flow in opposite direction to the direction of travel. The suction device is located prior to the blowing device when viewed in direction of travel of the application surface and sucks off at least a portion of the air flow that is produced by the blowing device, as well as at least a portion of the boundary layer of air that is carried along by the application surface.

Abstract: A water feed device for feeding water to a moistener for moistening envelope flaps, which moistener is incorporated into a mail handling machine, the water feed device including a water tank which is mounted on a support and from which a quantity of water flows through a water feed pipe to a water reservoir in which part of a piece of foam is dipped, the quantity of water serving to impregnate the piece of foam for moistening the envelope flaps as they pass between a top surface of the piece of foam and a moistener brush, the water tank support being tilted at a determined angle ? relative to a horizontal reference plane, and the water tank itself being tilted at a determined angle ? relative to the water tank support.

Abstract: A coating assembly paints a coating on a plurality of articles having first and second article portions. The coating assembly includes a rail frame defining a longitudinal path for the plurality of articles to travel along. An endless chain having a chain portion thereof extending along the longitudinal path transports the plurality of articles along the longitudinal path. The coating assembly also includes a painting station for applying a coat of paint to the first article portion of each of the plurality of articles while preventing the coat of paint from extending to the second article portions of each of the plurality of articles. The painting station includes a plurality of spray nozzles fixedly secured to the rail frame on either side of the endless chain. Each of the plurality of spray nozzles are offset from eachother along the longitudinal path such that the first article portions are entirely covered by the coat of paint as the plurality of articles pass thereby.

Abstract: A device to support a stent during a process of forming a coating on the stent is disclosed.