Patents Issued in November 19, 2009
  • Publication number: 20090282745
    Abstract: A reinforced door jamb and method thereof, to prevent breaking of a lock A doorjamb is reinforced by inserting one or two reinforced plates into the door jamb One plate is inserted close to the door latch receiving recess on the interior side of the door jamb, and the other plate is inserted close to the exterior side of the door jamb.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Michael Franschman
  • Publication number: 20090282746
    Abstract: The pneumatic structural element according to the invention comprises from one to a number of interconnected elements of the following construction: two hollow bodies (1) with casings (9) made of textile material preferably coated in a gas-tight manner and having end caps (5) are assembled such that they produce a common sectional area (2). The edging of this sectional area (2) is formed by two curved tension/compression elements (3) into which is clamped a web (4) made of a flexible material of high tensile strength. By filling the two hollow bodies (1) with compressed gas, a tensile stress ? is built up in their casings (9) and is transmitted directly or via the tension/compression elements (3) to the web (4) and pretensions said web. This pretensioning greatly increases the bending rigidity of the tension/compression elements (3).
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2006
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Rolf Luchsinger
  • Publication number: 20090282747
    Abstract: A grain bin has a vertical side wall and an inclined roof and a personal lift system is provided for lifting a person to the roof which comprises an upstanding support post or posts tied to the vertical wall with a pulley and cable for lifting a cage containing the person. A counterweight is provided allowing the power for lifting to be provide by the person pulling on the cable. A rail system is provided which allows the cage to move from a lift portion of the rail system at the support post onto the rail to travel horizontally to one or more bins arranged in a row.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: Richard J. Epp, Dwayne S. Epp
  • Publication number: 20090282748
    Abstract: The present invention is a jaw track for affixing fabric to a planer surface having a base, a housing surrounding a chamber that is divided into two cavities by a movable divider; and two movable jaws attached to the movable divider which moves to allow access to an inner cavity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Geoff C. Goddard
  • Publication number: 20090282749
    Abstract: The present invention is generally directed to a reconfigurable armored unit for use in training exercises. In one aspect, a reconfigurable training facility is provided. The reconfigurable training facility includes a first modular unit. The reconfigurable training facility further includes a second modular unit, wherein each modular unit includes a frame with corner connection members and a grid system, whereby the corner connection members are used to connect the modular units together and whereby the grid system is used to selectively support a plurality of panels. In another aspect, a modular unit for use in a reconfigurable training facility is provided. In yet another aspect, a method of forming a reconfigurable training facility is provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Michael F. Warminsky
  • Publication number: 20090282750
    Abstract: My invention is called the Kitty Blocker. The Kitty Blocker keeps cats from climbing Christmas trees, and trees with bird feeders or nests in them. The Kitty Blocker is made of two circles with mouth type openings on each circle that when put together it leaves an opening for a tree to go through the center. It also has strips of Velcro on each circle so that it can be adjusted to the size of the tree and will hold the circles firmly together.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Brian Kieth Arnold
  • Publication number: 20090282751
    Abstract: An elongated piece of pre-finished vinyl siding adapted to be cut to a measured length at a worksite and to be affixed to a structure includes an upper portion that includes a nailing flange and a locking lip portion. Linear dimension markings non-repetitively and incrementally are provided exclusively on the upper portion, wherein the linear dimension markings increase sequentially from a first end edge to a second end edge of the vinyl siding along an entire length of the vinyl siding, thereby visually indicating where to cut the vinyl siding to obtain the measured length. The linear dimension markings are completely hidden from view when the vinyl siding is affixed adjacently with other vinyl siding pieces to the structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: VISUAL MEASUREMENT TECHNOLOGY LLC
    Inventors: Christopher Adam Orfield, Tony L. Orfield
  • Publication number: 20090282752
    Abstract: A self-aligning columbarium niche door system has an array of viewing niches. Each niche has a vertical slot on one side wall and a vertical notch with a door receiving face at an outer end of the other side wall. The transparent niche door slides on the niche floor to install and remove. One side edge of the door slides into a the vertical notch and the other side edge against the door receiving face. A single fastener removably secures the door to a bracket or threaded insert on the second side wall. The niche door rests on the niche floor to self-align the door.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Robb Stilnovich
  • Publication number: 20090282753
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a shock-resisting steel concrete structure including an external steel-plate frame covered onto a corresponding steel body, and a concrete filled up into the external steel-plate frame for engaging the steel bodies, steel wires and external steel-plates. The steel wires are used for connecting the steel bodies and woven into a mesh shape. Connecting wires are provided for connecting and engaging the external steel-plate frame and the steel bodies when the concrete is filled. A structure with a tight connection of the steel bodies, external steel-plate frames and concrete provides a better shock resistance, and effectively prevents accidents caused by concrete spalling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: Chin-Lu KUAN, Pei-Lin Kuan
  • Publication number: 20090282754
    Abstract: The present invention is a foundational cistern. The present invention is an evolutionary panelized foundation system that uses known pre-casting technologies, functions structurally in similar ways to traditional systems, yet provides building designers with a multitude of new benefits in combination with the objectives of reduced construction time, energy, and water conservation. Stored rainwater in the cistern provides thermal mass for heating for a supported structure, and may be used for nonpotable uses. Given appropriate on-site water treatment, potable uses of stored rainwater may be contemplated as well. The foundational cistern of the present invention may be coupled to other foundational cisterns and structural elements of the supported structure. The present invention offers a multitude of advantages not currently known in the art of foundation products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Timothy Watson
  • Publication number: 20090282755
    Abstract: A cam-actuated connection device joins rail mounting members of a photovoltaic panel array. The connection device slides within channels of mounting members until the members are in a properly positioned grid. When in position, the connection device is rotated to lock the mounting members in a rigid grid network. The connecting device can be subsequently loosened, repositioned and locked into position. The rail-mounting members create a grid for installation of multiple PV panels. The mounting rail allows the unit to remain relatively compact in nature but still covers a wide range of PV panel thicknesses. The rail system has a hinged connection with the mounting rail that allows an installer to assemble the module in a near perpendicular fashion to the mounting rail, make the required electrical connections and then lower the PV module into its working position. The unit is then locked into its working position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: PowerMount Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald E. Abbott, Perry L. Kent, Ryan D. Abbott
  • Publication number: 20090282756
    Abstract: An adjustable height backsplash for an appliance such as a cooking range is disclosed. The backsplash includes an upper wall mount mountable to a wall; a lower wall mount mountable to the wall at a selectable distance from the upper wall mount; an upper faceplate mountable to the upper wall mount and including an upper front panel; and a lower faceplate mountable to the lower wall mount and including a lower front panel. After installation, the upper front panel and the lower front panel together substantially cover a continuous portion of the wall.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: Chidanand Begur, Sheena Leigh Ritchie, Jorge Hinojosa, Heather Ann Thomas
  • Publication number: 20090282757
    Abstract: A horse protector is used to provide protection to an equine while transitioning from one area to another through a doorway, walkway, gate, breezeway, isle way, or any other type of framed transitional area and can also be installed on horse trailers. A horse protector is molded out of a durable, cushioned, poly material. It is installed using screws, nails, staples, glue, Velcro, or any other type of fastener.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Eric Douglas Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20090282758
    Abstract: A structure such as a storage shed, building, cabinet, storage box or the like has a corner structure comprising a wall panel having a wall portion and a corner offset portion that extends at an angle relative to the wall portion to create a corner. The corner offset portion terminates in a protruding edge. A door pivots between a closed position and an open position such that a recess formed in the door panel receives the protruding edge when the door is in the closed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: RUBBERMAID, INC.
    Inventor: Erik Lee Skov
  • Publication number: 20090282759
    Abstract: A relocatable wall construction includes a center sheet (preferably magnesium oxide), vertical strips, floor and ceiling attachment strips, and tongue-and-groove connectors for joining adjacent aligned panels (also called vertical strips). Fasteners connect components together, and can include magnets, bolts, screws clips, and/or hook-tabs. Magnetic tape can be used for releasable attachment to outer sheets, along with fibrous sound-deadening material for noise reduction and slots for providing adjustment for non-uniform floors and ceilings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: William H. Porter
  • Publication number: 20090282760
    Abstract: An access floor panel (180) comprises a central core (2), a lower tray (20), and an upper flooring lid (10) which form an envelope for the core (2). The panels have a fire resistant seal or barrier (25) for sealing between the tray and lid (20, 10). The ends of the tray and lid (20, 10) are kept apart and the barrier (25) seals against the core (2) and each of the ends (181, 182) of the tray and lid (20, 10) to complete the enclosure. The seal (25) acts as a fire stop.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2007
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: David Sampson, Terence Newman
  • Publication number: 20090282761
    Abstract: The present invention provides a structural element for the construction of log type houses. The structural element comprises structural portions, preferably made of aluminum, and insulating material. The insulation coefficient of the structural element may be adapted to the local climate. Furthermore, the structural element is less sensible to temperature and humidity variations than wood, preventing possible cracks to appear between adjacent structural elements.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Remi Perron
  • Publication number: 20090282762
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a multi-layer fluid delivery device for post-installation in-situ barrier creation. The device provides a medium for post-installation injection of remedial substances such as waterproofing polymeric resins or cementitious materials, insecticides, mold preventatives, rust retardants and the like. The device comprises a first layer and a second layer, with optionally an intermediate layer therebetween, and a plurality of tubes extending outwardly from the first layer. The first layer is preferably semi-permeable; the second layer is non-permeable; the optional intermediate layer is a void-inducing layer. The multi-layered device is attached to a structural substrate and a construction material such as concrete or shotcrete is applied against its surface (and around the plurality of tubes). Thereafter, a free flowing active substance can be injected through the tubes to fill the air space in the multi-layered device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: Brian J. Iske, Jyoti Seth, Xia Cao, Sonya M. Santos, Enzo J. Orellana
  • Publication number: 20090282763
    Abstract: A structural building component, such as a column, bracket, trellis, railing, beam or the like, has a construction defined by a rigid aluminum, metal, steel, iron or structural composite member having an exterior surface substantially overmolded with a decorative preferred Thermo-Set Polyaspartic Aliphatic Polyurea polymer composition to form an overmolding devoid of visible seams and fasteners with no post finishing required. The overmolding has exceptional adhesion to the underlined aluminum, metal, steel, iron or structural composite member. The overmolding method incorporates a resilient mold apparatus enabling the formation of a cladding layer having a decorative outer surface imparting the authentic appearance and texture of a non-polymeric, naturally occurring wood, stone, metal, or other desired finishes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Samuel Joseph Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20090282764
    Abstract: A siding system is arranged as individual interconnectable pieces, each representing an individual piece of natural building material, such as brick or stone. The individual pieces are preferably made of injection-molded plastic and include vertical interlocking mechanisms and horizontal alignment mechanisms which cooperate with the vertical interlocks. Good esthetics, as well as good weather proofing, are provided by maintaining a flat panel surface against a supporting wall or substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Robert Hendricks
  • Publication number: 20090282765
    Abstract: Commercial meat and perishable product refrigeration buildings commonly suffer from infiltration of moisture which normally occurs at the roof/wall junction where the roof meets the walls. Warm moist outside air is drawn into the cooler because of the lower pressure therein and once inside, forms ice which lowers the cooler temperature and causes freezer burn. By removing the building roof, and installing a moisture proof 40-50 mil thick sheet polymer membrane onto the cooler wall panels, over the top sill plate and the top header ledger board then welding it at the roof perimeter to the roofing membrane, an impermeable seal can be formed. To ensure the unitary integrity of the system, a flexible polymer mastic is trawled onto the wall panels before the membrane is affixed and a double sealing strip is screwed into the membrane though the mastic and into the wall panels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: Eric John Finnerty, Darryl Jackson Mccrory
  • Publication number: 20090282766
    Abstract: A floor system for a building includes prefabricated grid sections attached to framing members of the building and a plurality of panels mounted to the grid to form a structurally integrated floor. The panels are removable to provide access to space below the floor that would otherwise be inaccessible in a conventional floor. A subfloor deck below the floor separates one building story from another and encloses the space between the floor and the deck, which can be used for temporary and permanent installations including, for example, pipes for water, laboratory gases, and compressed air, and power, telephone, and data cables; and as a plenum for HVAC. Either or both of the floor and the subfloor deck can be attached to the building frame to function as a diaphragm. The floor system replaces conventional permanent structural floors and raised accessible flooring systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Roger C. Roen
  • Publication number: 20090282767
    Abstract: A shingle blank is provided comprising a substrate coated with an asphalt coating and configured to include a prime region. The asphalt coating includes an upper section and a lower section, the upper section is positioned above the substrate and the lower section is positioned below the substrate. A web is applied to the lower section of the prime region. At least one perforation line is positioned in the shingle blank. The at least one perforation line is sufficient to facilitate separation of the shingle blank.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Lawrence J. Grubka
  • Publication number: 20090282768
    Abstract: A panel clip configured primarily for use in roofing defines lower and upper spaces for respectively receiving therein the edge of a first panel and the edge of a second panel to help maintain the two panels in a coplanar relationship. Specially configured teeth extend into the lower space to inhibit removal of the first panel from the lower space. The clips are typically used midway between the rafters of a roof to provide additional support to the panels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: Inventech, Inc.
    Inventor: Sam P. Noturno
  • Publication number: 20090282769
    Abstract: The present invention provides floor tiles and modular floors. The floor tiles may include a locking system that allows adjacent tiles to interlock, while also permitting a predetermined amount of lateral sliding relative to one another. The modular tiles may be injection molded, and a minor change in the mold facilitates variation to the amount of lateral slide allowed between interlocked tiles. The floor tiles may also provide three layers of traction, providing more sure footing than previous flooring systems. In addition, the floor tiles may comprise a two-tier suspension system that yields a flex or spring-like effect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Jorgen J. Moller, JR.
  • Publication number: 20090282770
    Abstract: A partition to be supported by one or more support elements. The partition includes two or more panel modules, each panel module having two or more panel elements. The panel elements in each panel module are positioned relative to each other in a predetermined abutting arrangement selected from the group consisting of a vertical arrangement and a horizontal arrangement. The panel elements in each panel module define a joint intersection therebetween. Each panel module includes one or more fastening elements attached to the panel elements on both sides of the joint intersection to maintain the panel elements in the predetermined abutting arrangement. The fastening element is selected from the group consisting of a fastening element with a stud portion and a fastening element with a keyhole slot, the stud portion and said keyhole slot being adapted to cooperate to secure the panel modules together.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: Frederick Rieber, Ronald Mccarthy
  • Publication number: 20090282771
    Abstract: A panelling system for decks has a series of panels each formed from main strips arranged side edge to side edge and cut to a common length with a groove along each side. A plurality of fasteners extend into facing grooves to hold the strips together and also have a hole to be screwed to a support. At two of the four sides of the main panel are attached divider strips formed also from the same deck planks and fastened together using the same fasteners in the grooves to form a common panel member for transportation and installation. The panels are laid on top of strapping carried at right angles to supporting joists so that the ends of the main planks are supported by two parallel strapping pieces with an additional one in the center. The fasteners also project beyond the panel edge to connect the panels together.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: Kelly Gibson, Len Hoard
  • Publication number: 20090282772
    Abstract: A muntin bar joiner clip having a relatively flat, thin body and first and second muntin bar engagement legs extending from the body. These legs extend along a longitudinal axis of said joiner clip. The body has opposite sides defining substantially parallel major surfaces having substantially parallel opposite edges extending substantially parallel to the axis. A region of weakness such as a line of weakness allows the body to be separated into two portions between the first and second legs. One or more muntin bar abutments project from said body in a direction transverse to the axis and each abutment includes a muntin bar abutment face oriented in a direction transverse to said axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: GED Integrated Solutions, Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy B. McGlinchy
  • Publication number: 20090282773
    Abstract: Methods and systems to manufacture lattice-based sandwich structures from monolithic material. Such methods and systems eliminate the bonding process which is conventionally used to join lattice based truss cores to facesheets to form sandwich structures. This bonded interface is a key mode of failure for sandwich structures which are subjected to shear or bending loads because the nodes transfer forces from the face sheets to the core members while the topology for a given core relative density dictates the load carrying capacity (assuming adequate node-bond strength exists). An aspect comprises a core and related structures that provide very low density, good crush resistance and high in-plane shear resistance. An aspect of the truss structures may include sandwich panel cores and lattice truss topology that may be designed to efficiently support panel bending loads while maintaining an open topology that facilitates multifunctional applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2007
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA PATENT FOUNDATION
    Inventors: Douglas T. Queheillalt, Haydn N.G. Wadley
  • Publication number: 20090282774
    Abstract: The invention provides a tower construction e.g. for a wind mill and a method of laying a foundation of a tower construction. The tower construction (1) comprises a concrete element (2), and a base flange (3) from which a tower wall (4) extends upwardly. The base flange is supported by an intermediate support structure (5) positioned on the concrete element (2). The support structure (5) is more rigid than the concrete element (2) and comprises a resilient pressure distributing element (6) which is soft relative to the concrete element (2). Furthermore, the invention provides a support structure for a tower construction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 5, 2007
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: Vestas Wind Systems A/S
    Inventors: Søren Poul Jensen, Karsten Dal, Allgaard Esbjerg
  • Publication number: 20090282775
    Abstract: The method is for forming a trim molding around a window or door opening defined by a lintel and opposite jambs. L-shaped corner trim pieces and vertical casings and at least one horizontal casing are provided. Each corner trim piece has a vertical leg and a horizontal leg. The vertical and horizontal legs of the trim pieces have a first width and a first thickness. The vertical and horizontal casings have a second width and second thickness. The L-shaped corner trim pieces are located on the jambs and the lintel at the right and left upper corners of the opening. The inner edges of the vertical and horizontal legs are each parallel to an inner edge of the jambs and the lintel. Outer abutment ends of the vertical and horizontal casings are placed in direct abutment contact with the vertical and horizontal legs of the trim pieces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Ed Vaes
  • Publication number: 20090282776
    Abstract: The invention proposes a method and a device for assembling a structure that is formed from several modules that are disposed on top of each other, e.g. a wind power plant, wherein a first module of the structure is initially erected and at least one further structural module is subsequently disposed onto the first structural module or the previously erected structural modules by moving at least the at least one further structural module by means of a lifting gondola in an upward direction to the level of its assembly position such that contact between the lifting gondola and the previously erected structural module(s) is prevented at least during movement of the lifting gondola.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Mario Berg
  • Publication number: 20090282777
    Abstract: An angle joint between two sandwich panels, wherein the sandwich panels each have a first outer layer and a second outer layer spaced from the first outer layer by a panel core, and an angle edge including an edge portion of the panel core and an edge portion of the first outer layer. The joint has an interface between the panel cores and the interface has an entranceway at an inner corner comprised of the edge portions of the first outer layers. A cavity in the panel cores is defined by a portion of the second outer layers and a portion of each panel core. The cavity spans across a second entranceway to the interface between panel cores. Bonding material applied in the cavity and at the inner corner connects the sandwich panels together in a manner that maintains an area of dead air space at the interface to inhibit or to reduce thermal transmissions across the joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: INNOVIDA FACTORIES, LTD.
    Inventor: Ulrich Schwartau
  • Publication number: 20090282778
    Abstract: A composite-structure panel (1) for buildings is provided, comprising a base structure (10) having a plane of development substantially parallel to the plane of development of the panel (1a). Said base structure (10) comprises a plurality of layers (11) having a plane of development substantially perpendicular to the plane of development (1a) of the base structure (10). Said layers (11) are made of corrugated laminar material and each of them defines a plurality of preferably linear waves (12) parallel to one another, which extend in a direction of extension (12a) oblique with respect to the plane of development (1a) of the base structure (10). Also provided is a wall (30) made of said base structure (10).
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Sebastiano Bertero
  • Publication number: 20090282779
    Abstract: A method and apparatus configured to apply labels, such as banderoles, label strips, or tax strips, on the tops of beverage bottles. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: Claas Fritsche, Lutz Deckert
  • Publication number: 20090282780
    Abstract: The invention relates to a device for gas filling of a duct (7) in a container (1) of a collapsible type, said duct (7) being defined by a first and a second side wall (2) of the container (1), the side walls (2) being joined along a common connecting portion (4), and said duct (7) comprising an inlet (15) arranged in the first side wall (2). The device comprises an abutment (21) and a gas module (26) with an outlet (28), which is arranged in a surface of the gas module (26) facing the abutment (21), and a clamping means (29) arranged outside the outlet (28), which clamping means (29) is applicable to the abutment (21) for clamping the container (1), and which outlet (28), in connection with the clamping of the container (1), is applicable to said inlet (15) for supply of gas to the duct (7) of the container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Per GUSTAFSSON
  • Publication number: 20090282781
    Abstract: A method for establishing a vacuum in a container includes the following steps. The container having an exhaust through hole defined therein is provided. A sealing cover including a connecting material located on the periphery of the sealing cover is provided. The sealing cover is spaced from the exhaust through hole for forrn at least gaps between the sealing cover and the exhaust through hole. A vacuum is established in the container. The connecting material is heated. The sealing cover covers the exhaust through hole and the connecting material is cooled. After that the container is packaged.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicants: Tsinghua University, HON HAI Precision Industry CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Peng Liu, Pi-Jin Chen, Cai-Lin Guo, Bing-Chu Du, Liang Liu, Shou-Shan Fan
  • Publication number: 20090282782
    Abstract: A system and method of automatically assembling a package may include maintaining a data structure comprising a dynamic rule set for package production. A desired package may be selected for assembly. An assembly sequence may automatically be developed to create a three dimensional package from the dynamic rule set based on the desired package. The desired package may be assembled using the assembly sequence.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: XEROX CORPORATION
    Inventors: John Oliver Walker, Robert Roy Buckley, Barry Glynn Gombert, Philip Crane Rose, Jennifer Colleen Perotti
  • Publication number: 20090282783
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for forming individual letters provided with envelopes from printed same-size sheets, comprising pre-printed envelope forms for forming the envelopes, and in the immediate vicinity of each envelope form one or more letter forms for forming a letter or letters and inserting them in the envelope. In accordance with the invention, the envelope form is led as such to envelope formation; the letter forms are cut at least on one side into letters which are smaller than the letter forms; the letters are brought to contact with the envelop form; the envelope form is folded in two around the letters and glued at the side edges to form an open envelope; and the open flap of the envelope is glued and folded so that a sealed letter provided with an envelope is formed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: MAIL SYSTEMS OY
    Inventor: Esko MAARANEN
  • Publication number: 20090282784
    Abstract: There is described a unit (3) for sterilizing a web (2) of packaging material, the unit having a bath (5) containing a sterilizing agent in which the web (2) is advanced continuously; and an aseptic environment (27) containing sterile air, connected to an outlet (10) of the bath (5), and housing drying means (15) for removing residual sterilizing agent from the web (2); the aseptic environment (27) is divided into two regions (23, 6) by a narrow-section channel (28), along which the web (2) travels, and which is sized to produce a predetermined difference in pressure between the two regions (23, 6), and so force air into the channel (28) from the higher-pressure region (23) to the lower-pressure region (6) to dry the web (2).
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 28, 2006
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: Filippo Ferrarini, Giacomo Tarzia, Silvio Bravaglieri
  • Publication number: 20090282785
    Abstract: An agricultural bagger apparatus and method for compacting feed into a horizontally deployed bag including a compression mechanism and an input hopper that receives agricultural feed. The hopper has a sloping wall and a lower end exit chute located to transfer the feed into the primary compression mechanism (e.g., a rotating toothed cylinder). The tapered hopper causes the feed to bridge, stopping the feed from falling through the chute. A new distribution mechanism in the hopper sweeps the feed adjacent to the sloping wall to prevent feed bridging. By preventing the feed from clogging, there is less reason to risk one=s safety by foolishly inserting their limb into the hopper. Some embodiments also compact feed in the upper portion of the tunnel, for example, by reciprocating a hinged piston above the primary compression mechanism. This increases the compaction on the top portion of the tunnel without unduly juicing the feed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Paul Wingert
  • Publication number: 20090282786
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is an apparatus and method for hygienic disposal of a sanitary product. The apparatus comprises a biodegradable bag for disposal of the sanitary product. The biodegradable bag comprises a catch clip, a pull stick, and an adhesive strip. The catch clip, affixed at the closed end of the biodegradable bag, seizes the sanitary product into the biodegradable bag. The pull stick holds the biodegradable bag in a predefined position over the seized sanitary product during inversion of the biodegradable bag over the seized sanitary product. The inverted biodegradable bag with the seized sanitary product is then twisted and sealed airtight using the adhesive strip affixed towards the open end of the biodegradable bag. The biodegradable bag prevents the user from coming in contact with the sanitary product, thereby providing hygienic disposal of the sanitary product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Vincent David Bland
  • Publication number: 20090282787
    Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for automatic bundle transport, positioning, wrapper entry, wrapper opening, wrapper loosening, wrapper removal and wrapper dunnage takeaway. The wrapper is made from pliable material, thin film or similar material and which can comprise a variety of package types and sizes of mail, media or other items. Additionally the method and apparatus of the invention performs the tasks of wrapper removal and discharge without damaging the item contents within. A bundle unwrapping machine according to the invention includes a conveyor by which bundles are presented to the unwrapping machine for opening. An opening mechanism includes a pair of openers positioned to engage a bundle on opposite sites. The bundle is transported into an opening zone in which it is supported for engagement with the openers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: James M. Pippin
  • Publication number: 20090282788
    Abstract: A wrapping material dispensing system for a round baler which automatically and precisely controls the tension in the wrapping material by controlling the braking force applied to the rotation of a wrapping material roll according to a braking profile. The profile is a function of the discrete phases of wrapping the material about the bale, and at least one characteristic of the wrapping material on the wrapping material roll.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: John R. McClure
  • Publication number: 20090282789
    Abstract: An improved bit for controlling a horse. The mouthpiece of the horse bit comprises extensions for applying pressure to the interior of an animal's mouth. A trained animal will respond to the applied pressure as actuated by the rider via the reins.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Zoe Bartron
  • Publication number: 20090282790
    Abstract: The invention is directed to a piece (2) for a saddletree (1) of mat-like general shape conformed to have both a first overall concavity in a first direction of a longitudinal plane of symmetry and a second overall concavity in a second direction of a transverse plane, delimited by an exterior free edge (14) including a pommel portion, a cantle portion and two longitudinal portions, the exterior free edge being adapted to cooperate with a complementary interior free edge of the saddletree, the mat including a plurality of individual portions at least partly separate, placed in the vicinity of each other so that each individual portion can absorb forces and be deformed in bending or in torsion at least partly independently of the other individual portions, the piece being provided with elements for associating it with the saddletree.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2009
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: HERMES SELLIER
    Inventor: Laurent GOBLET
  • Publication number: 20090282791
    Abstract: A secondary cyclone separation dust cup for dust collectors includes a separator. An inner barrel body is coaxially disposed in an outer barrel body of the separator. An air inlet for inner barrel body is formed in an upper portion of the inner barrel body above air inlets for separator, tangent to a peripheral wall of the inner barrel body. A top of the inner barrel body is connected with a connecting support and a lower portion thereof passes through an isolation cover. An air inlet for dust cup is connected with an air outlet for dust cup through the air inlets for separator and the air inlet for inner barrel body. A conical barrel body with a large upper portion and a small lower portion is disposed on an inner wall of the inner barrel body, and an isolation bag is mounted below a bottom of the conical barrel body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2007
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: Weiguo Lang
  • Publication number: 20090282792
    Abstract: A cyclone dust collector is provided, including a cyclone unit that includes a first cyclone unit including a cyclone chamber to separate dust from dust-laden air, and a second cyclone unit, which is mounted in the first cyclone unit, including a plurality of cones to separate fine dust, and a cover unit that is formed on the cyclone unit to gather air discharged from the second cyclone unit and guide the air outside the cyclone dust collector, wherein the first cyclone unit includes a blocking plate at a lower part of the first cyclone unit, the blocking plate including a plurality of holes that are in fluid communication with the plurality of cones.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: Joo-sung Moon, Dong-hun Yoo, Ji-won Seo
  • Publication number: 20090282793
    Abstract: Devices, systems and methods are provided for adsorbing hydrocarbons from the air intake system of an internal combustion engine. The devices, systems and methods include a hydrocarbon absorbent material, and a structural element configured to hold the hydrocarbon absorbent material within a clean air tube of an internal combustion engine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Applicant: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventors: Jacqueline Tomlin, Roger Khami, David S. Moyer, Hovie Jarrett Cassell, William A. Rohrer, III
  • Publication number: 20090282794
    Abstract: A sensing assembly comprises a forward point for mounting on a crop divider associated with a header. At least one movable arm is capable of interacting with one or more plants standing in a field. A sensor detects a position of the movable arm. A mounting assembly operably supports the movable arm and the forward point, where a rear portion of the forward point is spaced apart from a forward edge of the crop divider and the at least one movable arm is located above a bottom portion of the forward point when the mounting assembly is secured to the crop divider.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventors: Timothy Amos Wilcox, Frederick William Nelson