Abstract: A louvre blade retention system for use in a louvre windows system, the retention system including a louvre end clip mounted relative to a louvre channel, the louvre end clip having at least one longitudinal recess therein to receive an end portion of a louvre blade and at least one transverse opening, a louvre blade having at least one opening therethrough in the end portion and a retaining member adapted to be received through the aligned at least one transverse opening in the louvre end clip and the at least one opening through the louvre blade in order to fix the louvre blade to the end clip.

Abstract: A barrier for the inside of a home. The barrier includes two partitions that slide relative to each other to increase and decrease a distance between ends of the barrier. The partitions slide into and out of confronting relationships with each other. The partitions engage each other at upper and lower locations and further at a medial location where an elongate member of one partition is received in a tube engaged to the other partition. A threaded piece upon being turned brings pressure to bear upon an end of the tube such that the partitions can be incrementally expanded apart and thereby pressurized between two locations within the home so as to block off one portion of the home. The threaded piece is slideable along the elongate member.

Abstract: FIG. (2) shows an anti-barricade door assembly (1) having a door (2) hinged to a door jamb (3) about a first, vertical, hinge axis H1. The door (2) consists of a generally planar, wooden laminated construction, main or central part (2a) bounded by an outer or peripheral, metal (steel) frame part (2b) that extends only around three edges (upper and opposed side edges 2c, 2d, 2e) of main door part (2a) but, importantly, not around the bottom edge (2f), of the main door part (2a). The main or central door part (2a) is pivotably mounted on the outer or peripheral frame part (2b) about hinge axis H2, said door part (2a) being pivotable inwardly, in normal use, about axis H2 to allow access to the interior e.g. of a prison cell.

Abstract: An automatic slide cover opening/closing device includes a slide member formed with a guide slot, a base seat slidably connected with the slide member and a power member connected with a conductive contact. An engagement section is disposed on one side of the guide slot. The base seat is formed with a guide hollow intersecting the guide slot. An electrical conductor is disposed on one side of the guide hollow and connected to an external power supply. The power member serves to rotate an engagement member positioned at an intersection of the guide hollow and the guide slot. At least one elastic member is disposed on one side of the power member for elastically keeping the engagement member in abutment with the engagement section. The conductive contact can contact the electrical conductor during a stage of sliding travel of the slide member to power on the power member.

Abstract: A closure includes a panel closing against a frame. A set of abutment surfaces for supporting the panel against applied forces is completed by a displaceable abutment block which selectively assumes an engaged state disposed between an abutment surface of the panel and an abutment surface of a strike jamb. The geometry of engagement is such that forces acting on the abutment block opposing opening of the panel are primarily compressive forces. Certain implementations additionally, or alternatively, employ abutment blocks for locking along the lintel or the threshold of the opening.

Abstract: An assembly includes a first member and a second member spaced from and the first member, with the first member and the second member moveable relative to each other. A shape memory alloy actuator couples the second member to the first member. The shape memory alloy actuator includes a first end and a second end, both attached to the first member, with the shape memory alloy wrapped around a guide device to redirect the path of the shape memory alloy actuator. Having both the first end and the second end attached to the second member doubles the tensile force applied to the second member when the shape memory alloy actuator contracts.

Abstract: A device for attenuating movement of a door includes a housing having a first surface spaced apart from a second surface for defining a sliding path for an elongated sliding member. The elongated sliding member engages with at least one of the first and second surfaces when the elongated member slides in a first direction. A connecting member having a first end connected to the door and the other end to the elongated sliding member is provided so that opening of the door moves the sliding member in the first direction. Damping material is disposed between the elongated sliding member and at least one of the first and second surfaces. The damping material applies surface tension forces to the elongated sliding member when sliding in the first direction such that movement of the door attenuates or dampens the movement of the door.

Abstract: A hold open arm assembly for a door closer to facilitate access to the holding feature by a resiliently biased plunger on a closer arm that is mounted to a soffit plate. A soffit ramp may extend from the soffit plate to provide a sloped surface for engagement by the plunger, leading to the plunger being gradually depressed as the door continues to open and receiving in a recessed area of its free end a rivet head at the soffit plate to hold the door open. When the first arm member pivots relative to the soffit plate and the plunger approaches the head, the plunger engages the sloped surface of the soffit ramp, slides along the sloped surface toward the head, and receives at least a portion of the head in the opening in the free end.

Abstract: Methods of treating a plurality of particles comprise functionalizing a plurality of microscale diamond particles by covalently bonding one or more molecular groups selected from the group consisting of —OH functional groups, —COOH functional groups, —R—COOH functional groups, wherein R comprises alkyls, —Ph—COOH functional groups, wherein Ph comprises phenolics, polymers, oligomers, monomers, glycols, sugars, ionic functional groups, metallic functional groups, and organo-metallic functional groups to outer surfaces of at least some particles of the plurality of microscale diamond particles. A stability of the functionalized plurality of microscale diamond particles in dispersion is increased as compared to a plurality of microscale diamond particles that has not been functionalized.

Abstract: An abrasive article can include an abrasive segment. The abrasive segment can have a body that includes a plurality of abrasive aggregates. In addition, the abrasive aggregates can include a plurality of silicon carbide particles bonded together by a binder material phase. The abrasive aggregates can be contained within a bond material that includes a magnesia-based cement. In an embodiment, the binder material phase can include a vitreous phase material and a crystalline phase material. In particular instances, the binder material phase can include a certain porosity. In another embodiment, the abrasive segment can be formed from a mixture of abrasive aggregates including silicon carbide and a magnesia-based bond material.

Abstract: An abrasive article includes a bonded abrasive having a body made of abrasive grains contained within a composite bond material. The composite bond material can include an organic material and a metal material. The body can also include a filler material made of a superabrasive material. In an embodiment, the filler material can have an average particle size at least about 10 times less than an average particle size of the abrasive grains.

Abstract: An abrasive article includes a bonded abrasive body having abrasive particles contained within a bond material. The abrasive particles include silicon carbide and are essentially free of carbon-based and boron-based sintering aid materials. In an embodiment, the bond material can include a phenolic resin. In another embodiment, the bonded abrasive body can include an oxide phase disposed interstitially between the silicon carbide abrasive particles. In an additional embodiment, the abrasive particles can consist essentially of silicon carbide and aluminum oxide in a ratio of silicon carbide to alumina of at least about 8:1.

Abstract: A tool made of a cubic boron nitride sintered body which has a long life in a stable manner in any application of cutting and plastic working is provided. The tool made of the cubic boron nitride sintered body according to the present invention includes a cubic boron nitride sintered body at least at a tool working point and it is characterized by satisfying an Equation (I) and any one of an Equation (II) and an Equation (III) 20?X?98??(I) Y?0.6×X+3 (where 20?X<88)??(II) Y?5.8×X?455 (where 88?X?98)??(III) where a ratio of cubic boron nitride contained in the cubic boron nitride sintered body is denoted as X volume % and thermal conductivity of the cubic boron nitride sintered body is denoted as Y (W/m·K).

Abstract: An abrasive composition for polishing substrates including a plurality of abrasive particles having a poly-dispersed particle size distribution with median particle size, by volume, being about 20 nanometers to about 100 nanometers; a span value, by volume, being greater than or equal to about 15 nanometers, wherein the fraction of particles greater than about 100 nanometers is less than or equal to about 20% by volume of the abrasive particles.

Abstract: An abrasive article can include an abrasive aggregate with the abrasive aggregate having a plurality of silicon carbide particles bonded together by a binder material. The binder material can include a vitreous phase material, a crystalline phase material, or both. In an embodiment, the crystalline phase material can include an aluminosilicate material. In a particular embodiment, abrasive aggregates can be formed from a mixture including silicon carbide particles, a binder material, and a liquid carrier. The mixture can be formed into a number of green granules that are vibrated and heated on a platen. In an illustrative embodiment, the green granules can then be heated to form abrasive aggregates.

Abstract: An abrasive article includes a body having abrasive particles contained within a bond material. The abrasive particles can include a majority content of silicon nitride and a minority content of sintering material including at least two rare-earth oxide materials. In an embodiment, the rare-earth oxide materials can include Nd2O3 and Y2O3. In a particular embodiment, the abrasive particles comprise a content (wt %) of Nd2O3 that is greater than a content of Y2O3 (wt %).

Abstract: A wall-mounted component can be flush-mounted into a wallboard by first installing a panel with a receiver bracket flush into a wallboard. Once the panel is installed, the component can be inserted into the receiver bracket at which point a locking mechanism automatically or manually engages to lock the component into the wall. The locking mechanism is concealed from view so that a casual observer does not see how the component is affixed to the wall, yet is accessible from the waifs exterior for routine service and maintenance, as well as reinstallation of updated components.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system or kit which includes plastic components which can be readily assembled to form a structure with the use of a minimal number of tools. The components are precut so that measurements and cutting of the component materials is eliminated. This leads to a savings in wasted materials. The components are readily assembled using conventional fasteners and simple hand tools. The components have preformed notches and tabs in order to facilitate assembly of the components without the requirement for measurements. This assures that the components will be assembled correctly and eliminates the opportunity for inaccurate measurements and incorrect assembly. The enclosure is provided with a sliding roof panel and pivoting doors which permit easy access to the interior of the enclosure.

Abstract: The invention relates to an aerodynamic wind deflector for use with pitched panels or structures mounted on horizontal, flat surfaces. More particularly, the invention relates to a wind deflector, including a contoured surface, for deflecting aerodynamic forces away from a pitched structure, such as a solar panel, mounted to a horizontal, flat surface, such as a roof top, wherein the structure is subjected to such aerodynamic forces. The wind deflector may further include a customized fin or fins as part of the design.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved method of making cornice assemblies and other trim members utilizing the process of pultrusion. The cornice assemblies and the other trim members made by the method of the present invention exhibit superior strength to weight ratios, low expansion and contraction due to changes in temperature and humidity, as well being less labor intensive to install.

Abstract: A bird deterrent has a base and at least one branched spike extending from the base. The branching can occur anywhere along the spike, and a single branch point can give rise to multiple branches. Spikes can have multiple branches. The various branches can be of any suitable length(s), and can be oriented in any suitable direction(s).

Abstract: An insulating construction panel having a top end, a bottom end, a first end, a second end, a front side and a rear side, the panel for constructing a single or multi-cavity concrete form. The panel includes regularly spaced coplanar passages extending through the panel from the top end toward the bottom end and at least one angular passage perpendicularly intersecting each coplanar passage at the top end and bottom end of the panel and extending toward and through at least a portion of the back end of the panel.

Abstract: An apparatus for connecting framing components of a building structure to a foundation wall includes a connector having a generally L-shaped cross-section. The connector is configured to be secured to the foundation wall. The connector has a joist shelf configured to support one or more floor joists and a ledge configured to support one or more wall sheathing panels.

Abstract: A wall panel of a moveable and demountable frameless wall panel system that is secured between a floor of a room and a ceiling rail secured to a ceiling of the room. The wall panel includes a frameless panel, an upper clamp assembly, a ceiling track configured to be removably inserted into the ceiling rail, a lower clamp assembly, a first height adjustment mechanism secured to the lower clamp assembly, a second height adjustment mechanism, and a bottom floor channel receiving the first height and second height adjustment mechanisms.

Abstract: A protection cell having an upper wall and a lower wall spaced with respect to each other through a plurality of side walls integrally connected to each other, to form an open box-like container with an entrance opening. The container defines inside a shelter space arranged to accommodate a user. In particular, the container is produced as a single block that reproduces the open box-like container. The anti-seismic cell has a movable wall portion mounted slidingly on the box-like container, by means of a sliding cooperating element, in particular a plane sliding board that slidingly engages between at least two slide paths, which are arranged at opposite sides with respect to each other. The plane sliding boards allows movable wall portion to move from an open configuration to a closed configuration, where the movable wall portion blocks the opening defining the protection cell.

Abstract: In a gravestone structure including a foundation stone (2) and a headstone (3), four tip-resistant pads (4) and as many pressure plates (5) as the pads (4) are interposed between the foundation stone (2) and the headstone (3). Each of the tip-resistant pads (4) includes a sheet elastic body (6) and a point support member (7) embedded in an eccentric position in the sheet elastic body (6). The sheet elastic body (6) is formed of a transparent, flexible and elastic gel material that absorbs vibrations of the headstone (3). The point support member (7) is formed of a metal or resin harder than the gel elastic material and undergoes plastic deformation under the load of the headstone (3). In order to render the gravestone structure (1) seismically isolated, four tip-resistant pads (4) are arranged on the top surface of the foundation stone (2) with the point support members (7) oriented inward of the foundation stone (2).

Abstract: A system and method to secure a free-standing automatic teller machine (ATM). An attachment plate having a plurality of sleeves that align with attachment point on an ATM is embedded in a concrete platform before the concrete is cured. The ATM is positioned on the surface of the attachment plate so that its attachment points aligned with a subset of sleeves. The ATM is then bolted into the sleeves. When so installed it is nearly impossible to dislodge the ATM from the platform with typical mechanical equipment such as trucks, tractors etc.

Abstract: An apparatus including an impact surface and a plurality of spaced apart stiffening columns extending from an underside of the flooring plate. The columns remain substantially rigid up to a predetermined critical pressure and then buckle as the pressure increases. The columns are at least partially surrounded by a resilient underlayment. Deflection stops may extend from the flooring plate to prevent over-buckling and/or permanent deformation of the stiffening columns. In some examples, the deflections stops may assist the floor in providing a substantially rigid surface at very high pressures.

Abstract: An interlocking system for photovoltaic and other roof-mounted panels is disclosed. One use is for a photovoltaic module which comprises a photovoltaic laminate. The laminate has an upper side which faces the sun during normal operation, and a lower side. The module also comprises a base coupled to the lower side of the photovoltaic laminate. The base also has an outer perimeter and comprises a first engagement site and a second engagement site. The first engagement site comprises a first protrusion having a hemispherical surface, an opening extending through the hemispherical surface, and wherein the first protrusion extends in a first direction and the first direction is substantially perpendicular to the outer perimeter. The second engagement site comprises a second protrusion having a cylindrical surface, the protrusion extending in a second direction, and the second direction is substantially perpendicular to the outer perimeter.

Abstract: The invention describes extruded member systems to which a photovoltaic device is secured to an architectural surface.

Abstract: A walkway assembly (10) for attachment to a support structure such as a roof of a building includes a primary support (13) for on-site attachment to the support structure, a plurality of tread modules (41) each attached relative to the primary support and moveable between a first position and a second position at which a part of each tread module is spaced further from the primary support than when at the first position, and at least one riser unit (48) for supporting the tread modules relative to the primary support in at least the second of the first and second positions.

Abstract: A laminated glass retention system for securing a laminated glass subassembly within a window sash or frame member or door panel or similar component includes a retention member applied to the laminated glass subassembly. The retention member generally can include a leg portion that engages of the laminated glass subassembly, and can further include a base portion that is coupled to the frame member in which the laminated glass subassembly is seated. The retention member helps retain the insulating glass subassembly within its frame member when subjected to high winds and wind-borne debris.

Abstract: An apparatus and method is described for applying a siding or facing to an internal or external surface of a wall, enclosure, or other building construction to simulate a solid debarked log wall construction that includes varying diameter non-uniform logs. The invention further pertains to a lightweight yet rigid assembly that closely resembles at least a portion of a solid debarked log and includes longitudinal segments that may be coupled together to a backing material to create a siding or facing that simulates the exterior of a log whose circumference may be varied.

Abstract: A modular entrance floor system comprising a plurality of floor sections, the plurality of floor sections being disposed adjacent each other and defining a perimeter of an entrance floor area. Each floor section includes a base plate permanently coupled to a foundation, and a surface plate removably attached to the base plate. The surface plate has at least one drain feature. The plurality of floor sections are configured such that the surface plate of a first floor section is interchangeable with the surface plate of a second floor section, independent of the adjacent floor sections.

Abstract: The present invention provides a building comprising a foundation; a wall supported by the foundation; and trusses supported by the wall. A plurality of hold down assemblies connects at least some of the trusses directly to the foundation. Each hold down assembly comprises an anchor; a tie-rod connected to the anchor; a bearing plate operably associated with an end portion of an associated truss for transferring load to the tie-rod; and a fastener securing the tie-rod to the bearing plate, thereby tying the associated truss directly to the foundation.

Abstract: Footing used for the foundation of a wind turbine tower characterized because it provides a stable horizontal platform (1) located at the surface, upon which the tower sections and the heavy elements that are subsequently mounted, viz., gearbox, generator, hub and blades, can be set without sinking. The footing is characterized by its inverted truncated cone shape, and by the savings in material estimated at 20%, as well as for its union with the tower (4) through a pedestal (3) and its corresponding embedded tensioning elements in the footing.

Abstract: A foam roofing underlayment is provided with a reinforcement membrane having an array of fastener elements for engaging fastener elements on a flexible roof membrane. The underlayment is formed by molding foam between the reinforcement membrane and a carrier membrane. The underlayment in secured to the roof using washers having fastener elements for engaging the fastener elements of the flexible roof membrane. An anti-peel flap with fastener elements is provided around the periphery of the washers. A slip sheet is used between the underlayment and the flexible roof membrane to permit accurate positioning of the flexible roof membrane prior to engagement of the fastener elements. The interstices between the fastener elements provide lateral moisture paths to vents in the flexible roof membrane.

Abstract: A lateral displacement preventing member is provided with a back-side locking piece that extends from a lower end of an upper fixing plate of the lateral displacement preventing member downward and parallel to a lower fixing plate. Thus, during disposition of the lateral displacement preventing member in a horizontal joint portion of exterior wall boards, the lateral displacement preventing member can be attached in a state in which an upper end portion of an upper horizontal portion of a first fastening member disposed in a vertical joint portion of the exterior wall boards is inserted in an inverted U-shaped groove formed by the back-side locking piece, an extended portion, and the lower fixing plate of the lateral displacement preventing member.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed generally towards fire-resistant wood products and formulations for fire-resistant coatings. In some embodiments, the disclosure includes a fire-resistant coating comprising an aromatic isocyanate (present in a quantity ranging from about 15% to about 39%), castor oil (present in a quantity ranging from about 37% to about 65%), and intumescent particles (present in a quantity ranging from about 1% to about 40%). Further aspects are directed towards materials such as wood products coated with fire-resistant coatings according to embodiments of the disclosure.

Abstract: A shingle layer of shingle is provided having an increased thickness adhesive coating on at least a portion of its rear surface, with granules embedded therein, with the granules being of a size range that is larger than the fine particles normally applied to the rear surface of a shingle layer.

Abstract: A wall portion for a tower of a wind turbine is provided. The wall portion has a first wall segment having a first flange at a lateral side of the first wall segment; a connection plate having a surface portion being mounted at a front side surface portion of the first wall segment; a second wall segment having a second flange at a lateral side of the second wall segment; and a third wall segment. The second flange is mechanically connected to the first flange. The connection plate protrudes an edge at another lateral side of the first wall segment. Another surface portion of the connection plate is mounted at a front side surface portion of the third wall segment and the connection plate protrudes an edge at a lateral side of the third wall segment.

Abstract: This application relates to a track assembly for supporting wall studs. The assembly includes an upper track and a lower track each having a base and opposed first and second sidewalls. A plurality of tabs are formed in the track sidewalls at spaced longitudinal intervals. Each tab defines a slot between the tab and an adjacent portion of the sidewall for slidably receiving a wall panel of a stud. In one embodiment the tabs are punched-out portions of the sidewalls formed in a metal press and each comprise a fixed end proximal to the track base and a free end distal from the base. The track assembly allows wall studs to be quickly and removably coupled to the tracks without the need for ladders, fasteners or special tools. In one embodiment the assembly is a slip track system permitting deflection of the upper track relative to the lower track after installation of the wall studs.

Abstract: A device (100) for securing a support structure such as solar module-carrier (12) to a flat roof (16) which is provided with a non-bearing insulation layer (24) covered by a sealing strip (22). The device (100) has an upper connection element (150) for the support structure and a spacer member (120) which can be guided through an opening (26) in the insulation layer (24) in order to support the connection element (150) on a roof substructure (17). The spacer member (120) is anchored by a plurality of anchoring parts (28) on the roof substructure (17). The connection element (150) comprises an upper and a lower connection flange (152, 154) between which the sealing strip (22) is clamped. The spacer member (120) is designed as a profile or hollow-profile part which can be cut to length as required and is produced as an extrusion part from a thermal insulation material.

Abstract: A reinforcing system for a guy anchor used in a guyed or additionally guyed tower includes a concrete structure formed around the guy anchor. The concrete structure has a top surface slightly above grade level. The reinforcing system further includes a supplemental anchor shaft. The supplemental anchor shaft is attached to the existing anchor head and extends down into the concrete structure, where it is retained and encased therein. The concrete structure preferably has a base and at least one wall that extends down from the base and has a surface that faces the tower to resist horizontal forces. The reinforcing system is sufficiently strong to keep the guy anchor in place even if the original anchor shaft completely corrodes. The supplemental anchor shaft does not generally come into contact with soil. It therefore resists corrosion and is expected to provide a long service life.

Abstract: A process for improving structural integrity of a structure is provided that includes retensioning a plurality of anchor bolts installed on the structure to a final load P, for each of a set of anchor bolts at a first time. A bolt stretch, B is measured for each of the set of anchor bolts. The structural integrity of the structure is found by solving an equation for each of the anchor bolts to determine a value of as found load on a bolt. Through monitoring the set of anchor bolts at a later time for changes in F for the anchor bolts, changes in the structure are detected and repaired before further damage occurs to the structure or the associated equipment. The structural failing are assessed in a number of ways including evaluating the values F as a function of the position of each of the tensioning anchor bolts.

Abstract: Disclosed is a tile floor adhesive spreader device and method of spreading tile adhesive in a defined pathway, comprising a rectangular frame having a first and second set of roller wheels, removable side inserts, a rear trowel blade and a defined railway for guiding the second set of wheels along a straight pathway. The frame is one comprising four side panels having width adjustment, an open interior section for retaining pouring adhesive and upstanding posts for slideably retaining the frame side inserts and allowing the inserts to slide against and follow the subfloor surface. The rear trowel blade is adjustably mounted to the rear of the frame for defining the upper surface of the adhesive aft of the frame, while the first set of wheels rolls along a surface placed over installed tile and the second set of wheels travels along an upstanding portion of an L-shaped guide rail.

Abstract: A vented honeycomb structure with a plurality of honeycomb cells arranged in a hierarchical order and having a plurality of truss walls, each truss wall including a plurality of members. The vented honeycomb structure is fabricated by joining a plurality of sheets of trusses using any one of an expansion, a corrugation, and a slotting process. Fabrication can also occur by deposition, casting, additive, extrusion, or aligning and joining methods. The honeycomb cells, truss walls, truss wall openings, and truss wall members can be functionally graded.

Abstract: A closed-section beam element is provided, especially in a form of a tubular beam, manufactured of composite material containing comminuted and/or broken-up filing material, mainly wooden chips and particles, and thermosetting resin, wherein said beam element (10) has generally of longitudinal shape and having cross section of its external contour of any polygonal shape, or a circular or oval shape and/or of any irregular shape, preferably provided with projections and/or recesses arranged over the external surface of said beam element, and additionally said beam element has a central through opening (20) forming an internal through channel, preferably of a circular cross section, wherein surface of the internal through channel is provided with a continuous contour of at least one screw or spiral line (40) in relation to a centre axis of said beam element and extending, preferably, along full length of the internal channel along its central axis.

Abstract: Factory layouts of packaging apparatus modules include a frame with a base adapted to reside on a support floor, the frame having opposing right and left hand frame sides and at least one lateral beam that extends therebetween, the right and left hand frame sides comprising respective upwardly extending frame portions which are configured to reside on opposing sides of a longitudinal product travel path having an axially extending centerline; and a clipper mechanism configured to selectively attach to either one of the right and left hand frame sides in a manner that positions the clipper mechanism at a substantially common operative full-clip location in the product travel path when mounted to either the right or left hand frame sides to thereby allow build options with selectable mounting orientations.

Abstract: An automated medication preparation system for preparing a prescribed dosage of medication in a drug delivery device includes a plurality of stations for receiving, handling and processing the drug delivery device so that the prescribed dosage of medication is delivered to the drug delivery device and a transporting device that receives and holds more than one drug delivery device and moves the drug delivery devices in a controlled manner from one station to another station. The system is configured so that two or more separate drug delivery devices can be acted upon at the same time.