Abstract: The aim of the present invention is to split a rubber portion of conveyer belt positioned between each steel cords embedded in the rubber portion of conveyer belt so as to separate the steel cords, and completely and efficiently cut the rubber portion off from the separated steel cords in the process of endless joining of the conveyer belt.

Abstract: A tool unit for a handheld power tool having an oscillating output unit, having a fastening means (3) for attachment to the output unit, and having a working edge (4) that transitions into a lateral boundary line (7, 8, 12, 13, 16, 17). The working edge (4) is arc-shaped.

Abstract: A protective cover of a hand-held cut-off machine has a bracket that is secured on the exterior side of the protective cover. The bracket is locked in at least one locked position with at least one locking projection in at least one receptacle of the protective cover. The bracket is releasable from the locked position by a movement of the bracket in the release direction. A simple release of the bracket can be achieved in that the protective cover has means that move the locking projection upon movement of the bracket in the release direction at least partially out of the receptacle.

Abstract: A drawing machine comprises a plate unit, a clamping device, a transmit member, a driving device and a cam. The transmit member includes a following roller. The driving device includes a main linkage inserted through the plate unit and having first and second ends. The cam includes first and second cam paths, with first cam path disposed between two sides of the second cam path. When the cam is in a first position, the distances between the first cam path and two sides of the second cam path are different. When the cam is in a second position, the distances between the first cam path and two sides of the second cam path are equal. The following roller drives the main linkage to pivot, with the clamping driven to clamp a rod or pipe. The plate unit is driven by the second cam path and reciprocates along the cam axially.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new piezoelectric quartz level sensor mainly applied in the attitude stabilized and control system of the aircraft, robot, vehicle, ship, oil drilling platform, construction, industrial automation equipment, radar, and satellite, comprising a sensitive element, signal processing circuit, base, outer case and socket. The piezoelectric quartz level sensor transfers the deflection angle of the object to the force exerted on two symmetrical mounted round piezoelectric quartz wafers, and then utilizing the prominent force sensitivity of the piezoelectric quartz, the level attitude parameter of an objected can be detected through the frequency variation due to the force exerted on the two piezoelectric quartz wafers. Therefore, the present invention can satisfy the demand of high stability and resolution, low non-linear degree, quick start time, wide measuring range and operating temperature, good ability to resist shock, and digital output.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a method for detecting an orientation of a device (1) with respect to a direction of an acceleration force and a device (1) comprising an optical device (10) comprising a first liquid (A) and a second liquid (B), said liquids (A; B) being immiscible, having different refractive indices and different densities and being in contact with each other via an interface (14), a sensor (20) comprising a grid of pixels (22), the sensor (20) being arranged to sense an image captured by the optical device (10) on a subset (24, 24?) of the grid of pixels (22); and calculating means (30) for calculating an orientation of the device (1) with respect to a direction of an acceleration force from the position of the subset (24, 24) on the grid (22). Consequently, the orientation of the device (1) with respect to the direction of an acceleration force such as gravity can be obtained without mechanically moving parts.

Abstract: A leveling device permitting adjustment to level of a table saw planar surface by a first bubble level and thereafter adjustment of the leveling device to a desired cutting angle, followed by setting the table saw blade to the point where a second perpendicular bubble level.

Abstract: A hand-held level and plumb tool that includes a homogeneous, L-shaped body, a first level indicating device, and a second level indicating device. The L-shaped body has first and second legs arranged at a 90° angle. The first leg defines an interior side, an exterior side, a central panel extending between the sides, and a length in extension of the first leg from the second leg to a free end. A slot is formed through a thickness of the central panel and extends along at least a majority of the length. The first level indicating device is assembled to the central panel of the first leg at a location spaced from the slot. The second level indicating device is assembled to the second leg. One or both of the legs can include measurement-related indicia selected in accordance with staircase construction standard dimensions.

Abstract: An articulating joint for a coordinate measurement machine can include an improved optical encoder. The optical encoder can have an encoder hub and a read head that are rotatable with respect to each other based on movement of the articulating joint about an axis of rotation of the joint. The encoder hub has a read surface. The read surface can be an outer surface of a generally cylindrical segment. The read head can be positioned such that a read direction defined by the read surface is generally perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the articulating joint.

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention comprises a coordinate measurement apparatus that includes an articulated arm having a first end, a second end, and plurality of jointed arm segments therebetween, each arm segment including at least one position transducer. A measurement probe assembly is coupled to the second end of the arm. The measurement probe assembly comprises a first joint providing a first axis of rotation between the second end of the arm and a body of the measurement probe assembly. An encoder includes an encoder housing and an encoder shaft. The encoder housing is configured to rotate about a second axis with respect to the encoder shaft, which is rigidly coupled to the body. A probe is rigidly coupled to the encoder shaft. A measurement device is coupled to the encoder housing such that the measurement device rotates about a second axis with respect to the probe.

Abstract: A device for determining a measureable variable on a measurement object has a baseplate mounted on a plurality of machine feet. A measuring head is arranged on a frame structure. The frame structure can be moved on the baseplate. A workpiece table can be placed over the baseplate in order to support the measurement object. The machine feet may project upward from the baseplate in order to hold the workpiece table with a reduced deformation of the baseplate regardless of the workpiece weight.

Abstract: A lightweight patio block used in the preparation of the ground for the placement of a heavier, real patio block is disclosed. Laying flat on the ground, the top of the lightweight patio block has an opening near each edge (4 openings total) that act as handles. The handles allow the user to easily maneuver the object and manipulate the ground below. Two bubble levels placed at 90 degrees to each other in an opening below the surface allow the levelness of the ground to be checked across both the length and width, at a glance. There is a ruled line near each of two adjacent edges (2 ruled lines total) to help with the positioning of the lightweight patio block and/or other objects relative to the lightweight patio block.

Abstract: A gauge (1) for checking radial dimensions of a workpiece (60), e.g. the diameter of a crankpin orbitally rotating during grinding operations, includes a casing, a V-shaped reference device (4) and a rod that can move within the casing (2) with respect to the reference device, an end of the rod projecting from the casing and carrying a feeler (20) for touching the surface of the workpiece to be checked and transmitting the movements of the feeler to a transducer (22). A sealing system for preventing coolant, dust or other foreign matter from getting inside the casing includes a pneumatic conduit (6) for allowing compressed air to be blown from inside the casing to outside, and an internal seal that—in the non-operative condition—seals the opening through which the rod projects from the casing. According to an advantageous embodiment, the seal is fastened into a bushing guiding the rod and cooperates with a surface of the rod in order to get the tightness.

Abstract: A linear measuring arrangement for measuring a relative position of two objects. The linear measuring arrangement includes a unit having a housing and a scale in the housing and a scanning unit, which can be shifted relative to the unit in a measuring direction, wherein the scanning unit is arranged inside the housing and includes a heat-generating electrical component. The arrangement further includes a mounting piece, which is fastened to the scanning unit by a coupling, which is rigid in the measuring direction and resilient transversely thereto, and which extends to a mounting area arranged outside of the housing. The arrangement further includes a heat-conducting element, which is designed for transferring heat generated by the heat generating electrical component to the mounting piece and permits relative movements between the mounting piece and the scanning unit at least transversely to the measuring direction.

Abstract: A drying unit includes a frame having an air box mounted thereon, wherein the air box includes an intake port and an exhaust port. A plurality of rollers define a web path within the frame and a heat source is removably attached to the frame, wherein removal of the heat source does not require removal of a web from the web path.

Abstract: An electrically heatable in sole may include at least one sole base body and one covering layer, at least one heating electrode, at least one rechargeable battery that is electrically connected to the heating electrode, and a control circuit for controlling the heating process and the charging of the battery. Heating electrodes, rechargeable batteries and a control circuit are arranged in the base body of the sole and/or between the base body and the covering layer. The control circuit includes a remote control device for starting and stopping the heating process, and a protection circuit for disconnecting the rechargeable batteries in the event of an error.

Abstract: A waterproof safety article of footwear and preferably, but not exclusively, constructed with an outer shell formed from EVA (ethyl vinyl acetate) material, is described. It is comprised of an outer boot shell formed of waterproof material capable of being injection molded and an inner protective boot liner which is positioned inside the boot shell. The protective liner has a puncture proof insert, preferably a toe cap and sole plate secured thereto. The outer shell can also be molded from TPR (thermoplastic rubber) material. In order to achieve a maximum light weight safety article of footwear, the protective liner has a toe cap and a sole plate formed from composite materials and the outer shell is molded from EVA material. The method of constructing the waterproof safety article of footwear is also described.

Abstract: A shock absorbing device for a shoe sole includes: an outer sole 2; a midsole M; and a deformation element 3 placed between the outer sole 2 and the midsole M. The deformation element 3 is positioned at a periphery of a rear foot part 1B and includes a bending deformation member 30 that opens toward the periphery from a center of the rear foot part 1B. The bending deformation member 30 includes a lower plate portion 31, an upper plate portion 32 that forms an opening angle with respect to the lower plate portion 31, and a curved portion 33 that connects the lower plate portion 31 and the upper plate portion 32. The lower plate portion 31 and the upper plate portion 32 are gradually getting away from each other as a distance from the curved portion increases. A rubber-like or pod-like compression deformation member 35 is fit between the lower and upper plate portions 31, 32.

Abstract: A cushion comprised of at least one chamber comprised of a barrier material, said barrier material comprised of an elastomer, said elastomer being at least semi-permeable to at least a first reactant compound, a second reactant compound disposed within said at least one chamber, wherein said first reactant compound and said second reactant compound react to form a resultant compound, and wherein a rate of diffusion of said resultant compound through said barrier material is less than a rate of diffusion of said first reactant compound through said barrier material. An article of footwear including a cushion, said cushion comprised of at least one chamber comprised of a barrier material, at least a first and a second solid or liquid reactant compounds disposed within said at least one chamber, wherein said first reactant compound and said second reactant compound react to form a resultant gaseous compound.

Abstract: An article of footwear may have an upper and a sole structure secured to the upper. The sole structure has a plurality of support elements, and each of the support elements include a shell and a core. The shell defines an interior void and is formed from a polymer material that extends around substantially all of the void. The core has a shape of the void and is located within the void, with at least a portion of the core being a polymer foam material. The polymer foam material of at least two of the support elements may have different densities.

Abstract: An element forming at least part of a midsole for footwear includes a top portion, a bottom portion, and at least two strut members disposed between the top and bottom plates for supporting the top plate a distance away from the bottom plate. The top, bottom and struts may be formed of different materials. Adjacent strut members have a C shaped cross-section facing in the same direction when the midsole resting its top or bottom portion is viewed from the side. The midsole element may further comprise a heel cleft to increase the flexibility of the sole. In a preferred embodiment, the strut members on the medial side are arranged at an angle to the strut members on the lateral side of the sole. The directional design provides flexibility and stiffness anisotropically to the sole in the longitudinal and lateral directions of the sole respectively.

Abstract: A shoe is provided with a writing surface so that temporary expressive indicia can be applied to the shoe. The writing surface is preferably in the form of a side surface of the shoe extending between a tread and a foot contacting surface of the shoe. The side surface is preferably formed of patent leather compatible with a dry erase marker provided as a writing implement. In a most preferred form of the invention, the shoe includes a bore which acts as a housing for the marker or other writing implement to conveniently store the writing implement when not in use. The bore or other housing also keeps the writing implement fresh by sealing the writing implement within the bore when not in use, especially when the writing implement is a dry erase marker.

Abstract: The present invention is further directed towards a golf shoe having an outsole comprising of forward and rear base sections that are connected and molded together with an arch support shank. The base sections are relatively soft and made from thermoplastic polyurethane having a maximum Shore A hardness of between 75 to 85. The shank is also made of thermoplastic polyurethane having a minimum hardness of at least 95 Shore A hardness. Each base section has a plurality of openings, wherein a corresponding plurality of relatively hard pods are molded, each pod of a size and configuration to fit within a corresponding opening and extend at least 6.3 mm from the bottom surfaces of the base sections. The shoe provides flexibility both across the metatarsal area and longitudinally at approximately the metatarsal area thereby providing the golfer with improved traction and balance, especially when the golfer executes a golf shot.

Abstract: A snow groomer having a frame extending along a longitudinal axis; ten supporting wheels connected to the frame by respective axle shafts to form a row of five supporting wheels on each longitudinal side of the frame, each supporting wheel on one longitudinal side of the frame facing a supporting wheel on the opposite longitudinal side of the frame, so that facing pairs of supporting wheels define a first, second, third, fourth, and fifth axle; two tracks, each looped about the supporting wheels aligned along a respective longitudinal side of the frame; an engine assembly of over 430 HP; and a mass distributed as follows: 16%+/?2% on the first axle; 20%+/?2% on the second axle; 20%+/?2% on the third axle; 22%+/?2% on the fourth axle; and 22%+/?2% on the fifth axle.

Abstract: A movable apparatus includes a housing with a handle and plurality of wheels rotatably mounted thereto. An engine is disposed within the housing and configured to provide torque to the plurality of wheels to selectively rotate the wheels in a first direction and an opposite second direction. A central bar is rotatably disposed on the housing and includes a plurality of spikes radially extending therefrom that are configured to produce a plurality of holes in the ground when rotated. The central bar is configured to rotate in the first direction when the plurality of wheels are rotated in the first direction and the central bar is configured to be rotated in the opposite second direction when the wheels are rotated in the opposite second direction.

Abstract: A snow plow, including a left vertical surface, a right vertical surface, a cross assembly attached to the right vertical surface and to the left vertical surface, and a handle attached to the cross assembly, wherein the left vertical surface is attached to the right vertical surface at the right end of the left vertical surface and the left end of the right vertical surface.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus for mounting a three-point implement to a front arm loader is disclosed. The apparatus has a bracket disposed between the front arms of the front arm loader and a tined implement.

Abstract: A rotatable desktop organizer for holding a plurality of writing instruments and desk items such as paperclips. The desktop organizer has a platform having a plurality of concentric receptacles along the circumference of the top platform surface for securely holding, in each of the receptacle, a single writing instrument in a substantially upright position, a hollow column with an open top protruding upward from the center of the platform for storing desk items therein, a flat base rotatably connected to the bottom of the platform to allow, by rotating the platform, easier access to a particular writing instrument selected, and a removable plug for inserting into the column which has a magnet at its distal end for thereby picking up metallic items stored in the column. The desktop organizer may further have advertising material disposed on the side surface of either the column or the platform.

Abstract: By providing a housing and a cooperating slider member cooperatively associated with each other, with the slider member being removable from the housing for simultaneously activating the housing to automatically form a three-dimensional object, a unique, hands-on, printed, visually exciting and interest generating advertising/promotional product is attained which can be used for a wide variety of promotions, including use as a mailer. The system of the present invention provides an exciting and surprising result which is not anticipated by the user, and can be produced in a wide variety of alternate forms and/or configurations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a self-luminescent license plate and a method of using it for clearly discerning the identifying information on the license plate in environments with low visibility. It comprises a suitable luminescent material applying on the license plate to make the letters and numbers thereon more visible. This invention also relates to a regulation that requires the license plates to be luminescent treated. The invention is inexpensive and easy to apply, while provides benefits of improving traffic flow, reducing accidents and deterrence of hit-and-run.

Abstract: A method of advertising utilizing a parody of the evolution of mankind, in order to place an opponent in a lesser light or categorize an opponent as an inferior entity. Specifically the method of advertising utilizes the evolution of humankind to first exhibit an innocuous looking ape exhibiting some identifying indicia of the opposing party. By completion of the evolutionary cycle, the being depicted transforms into an intelligent human form, bearing some identifying indicia of the subject party.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for the thermal management of one or more light emitting diode (LED) modules disposed within a channel sign are disclosed. The apparatus, in various aspects, detects the ambient temperature generally proximate the LED module and regulates the current flowed onto the LED's within the LED module based upon the ambient temperature. Methods for thermal management of the one or more LED modules disposed within a channel sign are disclosed herein.

Abstract: A machine for mobile display and illumination of team or group logos, mascot images, colors, or other team or group information with a graphics attachment ring that can be opened for graphics removal or closed for graphics capture, an aerodynamically shaped illuminator, an illuminator with side-emitting light distribution optics, an integral control section, a single-action locking stem-to-base stem capture module, a push-to-release stem capture module, an integral battery compartment, an integral circuit board with LED's and microprocessor, individualized or group remote control capabilities, made of plastic, and/or made of metal. A preferred embodiment includes an illuminator that will cause the attached graphics to be illuminated, decorative styling markings, and aerodynamically shaped aesthetics.

Abstract: An accordion sign assembly includes a sign holder and an accordion sign. The sign holder has an elongate shape and an upper surface. The accordion sign includes a plurality of sections for displaying indicia, the sections defining a top edge, a bottom edge, and being interconnected at a plurality of pleats. The accordion sign also includes a plurality of tabs connected to the bottom edge of the plurality of sections at a plurality of fold lines that are substantially orthogonal to the plurality of sections. The plurality of tabs are folded relative to the plurality of sections to extend substantially orthogonally from the plurality of sections. A plurality of fasteners secures the plurality of tabs to the sign holder.

Abstract: A device for displaying a disability parking certificate placard in a vehicle, with the device being movable from a storage position to a display position.

Abstract: A reinforced fabric panel is provided with a peripheral sheath in which a resilient, thin-walled inflatable tube is deployed. When inflated the tube confined in the peripheral sheath erects from a folded state and then stretches the panel to its full plan dimensions to display an emergency message that may be illuminated by a set of strobe lights attachable to the panel edges. The stretched panel is useful as a signaling placard both on land and on the sea surface, restrained against wind either by locally found objects or by the ballast weight of the water that is trapped in the sheath.

Abstract: A hanger for fluted polypropylene board has head and a shaft, the shaft having at least one barb extending outwardly therefrom. A variation of the hanger for a foam board comprises a head and a shaft with the shaft having a screw thread located thereon, the screw thread stopping short of a tip portion of the shaft.

Abstract: The Invention is a wall-mounted message board. A frame is rotatable about a first axis of rotation. The first axis of rotation is rotatable about a second axis of rotation that is parallel to the first axis of rotation. The second axis of rotation is fixed generally parallel to a wall. The frame thereby may move from a first position in which a first side of the frame is displayed and a second position in which a second side of the frame is displayed. The second side of the frame may display an artwork and the first side may display a working surface.

Abstract: A picture frame system including one or more frames. Each frame is generally rectangular and rigid and can be molded from a polystyrene based plastic or similar material. Each frame is arranged for use with a standard-sized photographic print. The one or more frame includes a front wall with an opening to expose the photographic print and has planar side walls along the periphery of the front wall and extending rearward from the front wall. Recesses obscured by the front wall are provided in the side walls for receiving a connection means for securing adjacent frames together.

Abstract: An air gun linking mechanism is constituted by a frame, a slide, a trigger, a left safety piece, a grip, and a hammer. The frame is installed with the slide and the grip, the slide is pulled backward to put the hammer in a chambering position, and the trigger is pressed to achieve a shooting function. Functions of safety, single-shot, and multi-shot of the air gun can be controlled through the left safety piece, and are achieved through a shooting control mechanism, so as to increase an entertainment effect for a user.

Abstract: A hand guard system for use with a firearm is described. A holding unit for releasably coupling the hand guard system to a firearm includes a coupling element having an opening, a flange, and at least one coupling portion. The flange and the coupling portion form the opening so that the coupling element is slidably removable about the barrel of the firearm, and an inner surface of the coupling portion engages an outer surface of the barrel nut. The holding unit further includes a sleeve operatively coupled to the coupling element having an inner surface defining an opening so that the sleeve is slidably removable about the barrel of the firearm and the inner surface forms a shoulder and defines a groove distally located from the shoulder and sized to receive a snap ring. The snap ring retains the sleeve to the coupling element such that the shoulder and snap ring are located on opposite sides of the flange of the coupling element.

Abstract: A laser sight is embedded in a mounting rail otherwise used for attaching accessories to small arms discharge devices such as pistols or rifles. The mounting rail has a transverse profile that extends along an axis of the mounting rail for engaging mating features of the accessories. The laser sight is located at least partly within the transverse profile of the mounting rail and has a sighting axis that extends substantially parallel to the axis of the mounting rail.

Abstract: An illuminated sighting device includes a capsule with an integrally formed lens that is adapted to face rearwardly for viewing by a user. An elongate light collector is positioned within the hollow interior of the capsule and is formed such that light can be gathered along its length and transmitted to its ends. One of the light collector ends is located adjacent to the first lens and defines a sight point or dot. An artificial light source is located within the capsule hollow interior and is oriented for projecting radiant energy into the second light collector end so that the sight point is viewable during dark or low light conditions.

Abstract: A fish lifting device is disclosed for use with fishing pole apparatus comprising a fishing line having a high-test leader at its distal end. The fish lifting device comprises a plate having first and second ends and at least two side portions. A first opening is formed in the plate proximate its first end, and a second opening is formed in the plate between the first opening and the second end of the plate. A first elongated channel is formed in the plate and extends from the second opening toward the second end of the plate, and a second elongated channel is formed in the plate between one of the sides and the second opening. A fish lifting device according to the present invention may further comprise a utility line which is operatively secured to the plate by engaging the first opening.

Abstract: A device for simulating and/or attracting aquatic life forms is disclosed. The device includes an electromagnetic module for simultaneously generating alternating or pulsed electromagnetic fields and a pulsed light output from a light emitting diode. The electromagnetic module includes a dry battery that is activated when exposed electrodes of the dry battery are placed in contact with a common electrolyte, such as sea water. The electromagnetic module includes a control circuit with one or more application specific integrated circuits for converting an input voltage from the dry battery to an operating voltage sufficient to power the light emitting diode. In further embodiments of the invention, the device includes one or more removable jackets that resemble aquatic life-forms.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a fishing rod (10) for fly fishing, comprising an oblong, thin and elastic body (11), equipped with a reel (13) for a fishing line, seated on the rod (10) at the lower part of this, along with a gripping device (12) consisting of a fore handle (13) and/or a butt handle (14) fastened to the fishing rod (10) on the lower end of the rod (10) on a level below the reel (16). The handle (14) is fastened on an angular lever (15) in relation to the longitudinal axis of the rod (10), since the handle (14) is situated on the extension of an imagined line, which stretches between the upper tip of the rod (10) and the spin axis (14) of the reel (16). The gripping device (12) may furthermore comprise a fore handle (13), fastened to the fishing rod (10) at the rear end of the rod (10), preferably in the area where a reel (16) seat is fastened to the rod (10). The handle (13) is configured in such a manner that it allows the thin and elastic body (11) to move relative to the handle (13).

Abstract: The invention provides a fishing sinker, which is easily attached to and removed from a fishing line. The sinker includes a body constructed of a degradable material having an opening into which a fishing line is placed. The fishing line is secured within the opening using a pliable material.

Abstract: A slip bobber rig having an elongated member carrying a slip bobber and a bobber stop with one end of the line securable to a fishing line and the other end of the line securable to an article of fishing tackle as well as a method of attaching a slip bobber to a fishing line without having to thread the fishing line through the slip bobber.

Abstract: An electric or electronic animal trap with a CPU-controlled, rearming, multiple killing plate configuration and automatically resetting mechanical switch for triggering a high voltage cycle. A high-voltage output circuit is connected to killing plates which are activated with a high-voltage pulse train when a pest closes the mechanical switch. The trap is configured to automatically rearm an indefinite number of times until a first dispatch is detected. Once the first dispatch is detected, the circuit will automatically rearm twice more. Accordingly, a plurality of mice may be dispatched and retained within the trap before the trap requires servicing.

Abstract: The burn properties of hydrocarbon fuels are improved by incorporating bimetallic fuel additives. The fuel additives include oil-soluble iron as a primary metal component and an oil-soluble platinum-group metal as a secondary metal component. The concentration of the platinum-group metal in the fuel additive is significantly less (e.g., an order of magnitude less) than the concentration of iron. The minute amount of platinum-group metal in combination with 1 to 100 ppm iron synergistically improves smoke point and/or utilizes less iron to achieve the same improvement in smoke point as compared to iron-based fuel additives without a platinum-group metal. The additives can also include one or more oil-soluble metal compound including an alkali metal, alkaline earth metal, lanthanide metal, actinide metal, or base transition metal such as manganese.