Abstract: The invention relates to a shoe (1), especially a sport shoe, with a sole (2) and a shoe upper (3) which is connected with the sole (2). To obtain a specific light shoe the invention proposes that the sole (2) comprises: a base body (12) in accordance with form of the sole (2), wherein the base body (12) comprises a plurality of reinforcement fibers (13), which are integrated into a plastic or resin matrix (14) and a plurality of outer sole elements (15), wherein the outer sole elements (15) are fixed material-bonded at the base body (12). Furthermore, the invention relates to a method for the manufacturing of a shoe.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear is disclosed. The sole structure includes a reinforcing plate. The reinforcing plate includes a first flange portion corresponding to a big toe of a foot and a second flange portion corresponding to a ball region of a foot. The first flange portion and the second flange portion each include a cleat member.

Abstract: A cycling shoe can include a hook, or other device on the shoe which can be used together with another device, such as with a rubber band, to position the shoes on a bicycle in a desired position. The shoes can be clipped into pedals on the bicycle, and the hook and rubber band can be used to position the shoes and crank arms of the bicycle in the position desired by the user. The hook can be on the arch side of the shoe. The hook can be separate from the tightening system.

Abstract: A shock-absorbing walk-aiding shoe includes a shoe main body, at least one elastic extensible belt and at least one connection member fixedly disposed on the elastic extensible belt. By means of the connection member fixedly disposed on the elastic extensible belt, the elastic extensible belt is fastened between an upper face of the shoe main body and a heel. When a user's foot treads onto the ground, the elastic extensible belt is elastically tensioned and the angle of the user's foot is changed to provide an elastic restoring force for the shoe main body to absorb the impact to the foot. Also, the elastic restoring force can be converted into an aiding force in lifting the foot away from the ground in the next move of the foot. Accordingly, the shock-absorbing walk-aiding shoe can provide a shock absorption effect and help the user in walking.

Abstract: Legwear having a panel 40 that includes a top edge 44, a bottom edge 46 and side edges 48 and 50 that are located between the top edge and the bottom edge. The side edges 48 and 50 have a curvature such that the side edges are furthest apart adjacent the top edge and the bottom edge and are spaced closest together between the midpoints of the side edges, said curvature aiding in securely maintaining the legwear on the user. The legwear also includes a closure in a first part of the closure 52 is located on the panel adjacent one side edge and the second part of the closure is located on the panel adjacent the other side edge. When the first part of the closure is connected to the second part of the closure, the top edge of the panel 44 defines a first opening and the bottom edge of the panel defines a second opening to accommodate the users limb.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear includes an outer fabric layer and an inner chassis that is more rigid than the fabric layer. The fabric layer includes a plurality of fabric protrusions and the inner chassis includes a plurality of chassis protrusions that correspond to the fabric protrusions. Both the fabric protrusions and the chassis protrusions extend into cleat members of the sole structure.

Abstract: A sole structure for an article of footwear is disclosed. The sole structure includes a reinforcing plate. The reinforcing plate includes a first flange portion corresponding to a big toe of a foot and a second flange portion corresponding to a ball region of a foot. The first flange portion and the second flange portion each include a cleat member.

Abstract: A system and method to excavate using a vacuum hose is disclosed. The system includes a suction wand handle, where a first end of the suction wand handle is adapted to be secured to a suction hose and a first and second grip project from opposing sides of the suction wand handle are adapted for a user to grasp. In addition, a suction wand is secured to a second end of the suction wand handle, where the suction wand includes an open end. An air line is secured to the suction wand, where a first end of the air line is adapted to be in communication with a pressurized air source and the second end terminates in at least one air nozzle at the open end of the suction wand.

Abstract: In embodiments of the invention, a wheeled dredging head is configured to operate in a stand-alone condition, with the addition of a water jet assembly, and/or with the addition of an adapter at an intake of the dredging head. In one embodiment, the adapter is configured to vacuum the floor of a body of water. In another embodiment, the adapter is configured to remove sediment or other material from a sloped surface in a body of water. In yet another embodiment, the adapter is configured to remove sediment or other material from around obstacles in a body of water.

Abstract: A machine includes a base, a main housing that is freely rotatable and supported on the base. The main housing includes a generally horizontal surface. The machine also includes a drum mounted on said main housing, a boom extending from said main housing, a bucket operatively connected to and supported by the boom, a wire rope extending between the drum and the bucket for movement of the bucket, a fairlead disposed on the main housing along a path of the wire rope. The wire rope passes through the fairlead between the drum and the bucket. A dynamic dampening mechanism is disposed on the fairlead, the dynamic dampening mechanism including a dampening fluid having a variable viscosity in response to an electrical current applied thereto.

Abstract: A rolled latch for excavator buckets that increases duration and facilitates maintenance work since it is changed instead of requiring weld fill, and includes three primary parts: a nucleus, a top lid and a bottom lid. The parts are manufactured of rolled steel. The nucleus remains between the top and bottom lids, and the top and bottom lids are welded to the nucleus.

Abstract: Ironing board consisting of a top supported by at least one leg with two sections connected to one another by hinge; said hinge allows lower segment of leg to pivot between an unfolded position, in which said lower segment forms an extension of upper segment of leg, and a folded position, in which lower segment is folded in the direction of upper segment, wherein said hinge contains a mechanism to lock the lower segment in an unfolded position and at least one unlocking button to deactivate the locking mechanism to allow lower segment to rotate into the folded position.

Abstract: A display board formed from a single mat, having tabs formed by placing cuts within the mat; the tabs serving to hold display items such as photographs. The display items loaded from the front of the display board, allowing the user to view the placement and location of the display items as they are being organized.

Abstract: A portable assembly for shop-at-home services includes a rigid substrate with a plurality of flooring samples of the same style removably arranged on the rigid substrate. The rigid substrate includes an upper left corner and a lower right corner. The plurality of flooring samples are positioned to create a visible impression that the flooring samples are permanently attached to the rigid substrate. The portable assembly includes a plurality of indicia, a respective one adjacent each of the samples and indicating a price for the respective sample. The prices are arranged in descending order from the upper left corner to the lower right corner. The plurality of indicia are permanently attached to the rigid substrate, such that the price of the sample located in the upper left corner is the highest and the price of the sample located in the lower right corner is the lowest.

Abstract: A self-powered, self-contained, signage device includes a bistable display with its state-change power received from an actuator handle or pushbutton attached to a mechanically activated generator integral to the display. The device may be integrated into actuating members for various equipment types thereby providing a highly visible status indication of equipment operations.

Abstract: A networked cattle tracking system may track cattle using a base station, smart tags for cattle, and a mobile device. Tags are placed on each animal within a group of cattle. The tags may communicate with each other and with a base station. The tags may communication animal location and other information, including temperature, movement, blood information, and so on. A user may track cattle location, behavior, health, and other information at a base station monitor or a remote wireless device in communication with the base station and plurality of tags.

Abstract: An example includes printing a graphic on a vinyl billboard sign and defining a translucent portion of the vinyl billboard sign, disposing adhesive on one of the vinyl billboard sign and a target surface, overlaying the translucent portion of the vinyl billboard sign with at least one planar electroluminescent lamp unit, overlaying the electroluminescent lamp unit with the target surface; attaching a power bus to the at least one planar electroluminescent lamp, connecting the lamp unit to a source of power, wherein the source of power comprises a power source, and the power bus includes a plurality of individual power lines to carry power to the at least one lamp unit and switching the power source to control illumination of the at least one planar electroluminescent lamp unit to shine through the vinyl billboard sign.

Abstract: The present invention is a plurality of sport team tiles. The sport team tiles include a college sports team tile, a professional football franchise team tile and a professional basketball franchise team tile. The tiles all include a base tile with a top surface and a first indicia disposed on the top surface of the base file, said first indicia represents a college sports team.

Abstract: An adhesive interlocking mounting track for removably securing a sheet of semi-rigid or rigid material to a building structure. The mounting track is comprised of a base member and a locking member that snap together. When the two pieces are in engagement a retention channel is formed between then, for holding a relatively flat sheet of material. The mounting track is secured to the interior of a window or doorframe via a coat of adhesive on the back of an attachment plate portion of the base member. Thus the device is an easy to install material retention means. Additionally, it can be applied to the interior of a frame to recess the retained sheet of material and reduce its exposure to the environment.

Abstract: A firing mechanism for a firearm is provided for reducing maximum trigger pull weight attributable to a sear and for reducing trigger pre-travel and over-travel distances. By this, the likelihood of sear flutter phenomena is greatly reduced while also decreasing or maintaining maximum trigger pull weight. Also, hand movement during firing is reduced helping to increase accuracy.

Abstract: A method for disabling a firing chamber of a firearm which comprises the steps of inserting a first end of an elongate body into a firing chamber through a port of a firing chamber, wherein the elongate body comprises a smooth continuous external surface extending radially about a length of the elongate body from the first end toward a second end of the elongate body. Also, positioning the first end of the elongate body in alignment with a barrel of the firearm bending the elongate body and positioning the second end of the elongate body and a grasping member connected to the elongate body outside of the port. Also, a method of enabling use of a firearm with a blocked firing chamber, which includes the step of grasping the grasping member and pulling on the grasping member removing the first end of the elongate body from the firing chamber.

Abstract: Embodiments include an apparatus having a frame, at least one handle, a control housing, and a mounting plate wherein a plurality of firing cartridges from a multi-cartridge electric discharge weapon may mounted on the mounting plate, permitting an available multi-cartridge electric discharge weapon to be converted from a fixed or vehicle mounted position to a hand-carried position where it may be carried, aimed, and fired as a conventional weapon. Certain embodiments disclose a rail system permitting handles and accessories to be mounted thereupon and used in conjunction with the mounted electric discharge weapon. A method for converting a multi-cartridge firing electrical discharge weapon from a fixed or vehicle-mounted status to a hand-carryable status.

Abstract: An adjustable pistol grip for improving the accuracy of detachable pistol grip firearms, including rifles, improves the ergonomics for the trigger and pistol grip. The pistol grip is user-adjustable and useable for a larger range of hand sizes. The improvement to provide adjustability allows for proper hand and finger positioning providing improved trigger control to the user.

Abstract: The present invention is for a firearm sound suppressor which is attached to the barrel of a firearm to reduce the noise and flash generated by the firearm. The firearm sound suppressor improves the dissipation of heat and provides a breach head on the end thereof for use as a ramming and breaching instrument.

Abstract: Methods for manufacturing firearms and firearm components from bonded multi-metallic base materials comprising at least two dissimilar metallic materials having different properties, such as weight, density, wear resistance, durability, hardness, and the like, bonded to one another are provided. The bonded multi-metallic materials may be explosively bonded multi-metallic materials.

Abstract: A rubbing post attracts deer, which like to rub on the rubbing post. The rubbing post includes a support portion and an upper portion. The upper portion includes an unrubbed portion and a rubbing portion. At least a portion of the rubbing post includes an attractive substance that emits a scent that attracts deer to the rubbing post. The post may be colored and weathered to further improve the attractiveness.

Abstract: Integrated float line assemblies having braking capability and methods for forming same are disclosed. The integrated float line assembly includes a braided portion slidably captured between the two ends of a float line, wherein the float line can slide along an interior hollow of the braided portion and be selectively braked by engaging the braided portion. The braided portion is provided with substantially rigid end ferrules. Obstruction having a transverse dimension larger than an inner diameter of the ferrule is provided with at least one end of the float line to prevent the braided portion from being separated from the float line.

Abstract: A tackle box with a rod holder for use during fishing activities is provided herein. The rod holder is detachably attached to the tackle box. A rod holder mount attached or molded into one of the tackle box lids secures the rod holder. The rod holder swivels horizontally 360 degrees and can tilt up or down so that a fishing rod secured in the rod holder can be oriented as the user desires. The rod holder possesses a ground stake that allows the rod holder to be removed from the tackle box and used independently. Once the ground stake is driven into soil, dirt, or even loose rocks, the rod holder is rotatable and can tilt up or down allowing a fishing rod to be properly oriented. The tackle box has adequate storage space and internal compartments for keeping fishing tackle stored and organized. The fishing tackle is still accessible even when a fishing rod is mounted in the rod holder and the rod holder is attached to the tackle box.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lid or cover which is dimensioned to fit properly over the open end of the fish basket, accommodating the integral handles. The lid or cover also provides means for stacking baskets one atop the other and provides supplemental drainage from one basket into the other. This means includes an upstanding cylinder dimensioned to snugly accommodate the bottom of a fish basket. The invention also covers the combination of two fish baskets separated by a lid according to the invention.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for capturing and time-sorting insects is provided. The apparatus comprises a receiving unit configured to serve as an entrance for the one or more insects; and facilitate trapping of the one or more insects. The apparatus further comprises a collecting unit comprising a plurality of containers configured to collect and retain the one or more insects trapped via the receiving unit, wherein the collecting unit is attached with the receiving unit such that at least a portion of the receiving unit is movable with respect to the plurality of containers. In addition, the apparatus comprises a control unit operationally connected with the receiving unit, wherein the control unit is configured to enable time-dependent movement of the portion of the receiving unit with respect to the plurality of containers.

Abstract: A kit of termite detector units may be used by a homeowner or a business owner in a commercial environment to form an effective protective barrier or boundary around the property with the “X”s illustrating typical placement positions detector units. The units are placed in locations where termites might be anticipated and typically the units can be placed at two to five meter spacings, although in some cases they may be spaced even further apart. This is because these units are on a large concrete area and they are placed at construction joints since the termites are more likely to travel along the joint as the line of least resistance they will be intercepted by the detector. Bait units may then be applied to infested detectors in an effort to kill the termite colony.

Abstract: Flexible insect bait stations and methods for manufacturing the same are provided. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, an insect bait station is in the form of an elongated strip comprising a container defining a chamber for holding insect bait, the container comprising a base having a bottom wall, and peripheral side walls, wherein the base is constructed of a flexible material providing for mounting the bait station on irregular surfaces.

Abstract: The process described in this embodiment relates to the field of synthetic fuel and synthetic chemical production through co-processing methods such as pyrolysis, combustion, gasification, distillation, catalytic synthesis, methanol synthesis, hydro-treatment, and hydrogenation, cavitation, bioreaction, and water treatment. The inventions described herein relates to synthetic hydrocarbons derived from various carbonaceous materials such as biomass, solid municipal waste and coal which can be converted into typical industrial products and various unique synthetic fuels. The byproducts of each process are directed to other processes for additional product yield and to reduce waste and emissions.

Abstract: This invention relates to low sulfur marine/bunker fuel compositions and methods of making same. Contrary to conventional marine/bunker fuel compositions/methods, the inventive lower sulfur compositions/methods focus on use of mostly uncracked components, such as (cat feed) hydrotreated gasoils, and/or can also have reduced contents of residual components.

Abstract: A fuel system (10) comprising a fluid blender (14) in fluid communication with a source of a first fuel composition and a source of a second fuel composition via at least one inlet (32, 34). The blender (14) is operable to receive at least the first fuel composition and/or second fuel composition via the at least one inlet (32, 34), and output a resultant fuel composition comprising the received fuel compositions via at least one outlet (36). The at least one outlet (36) is in fluid communication with an engine fuel injection device (38).

Abstract: Fouling components within a fluid may be prevented from accumulating when an additive contacts the fluid, e.g. by coating the wellbore with the additive prior to the production of the fluid or adding the additive directly to a produced fluid, etc. The additive may include, but is not limited to, a block copolymer having at least two components. The first component may be a charged monomer, and the second component may be a long chain fatty alcohol acrylate monomer. In one alternative embodiment, the fluid may be a hydrocarbon fluid, and the fouling components may be or include, but are not limited to wax, paraffins, asphaltene, resins, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: Gemini surfactants of bis-N-alkyl polyether, bis-N-alkenyl polyether, bis-N-cycloalkyl polyether, bis-N-aryl polyether bis-beta or alpha-amino acids or their salts, are produced for use as multifunctional corrosion inhibitors, which protect and prevent corrosion of ferrous metals exposed to acidic, basic and neutral liquids when transporting or storing crude oil and liquid fuels. The surfactants are also used to inhibit corrosion of equipment and pipes used in cooling systems in petroleum and petrochemical equipment.

Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to processes for preparing compositions comprising unsaturated compounds, wherein (A) one or more unsaturated monocarboxylic acids having 10-24 carbon atoms or esters of these monocarboxylic acids and (B) one or more unsaturated dicarboxylic acids having 4 to 20 carbon atoms or esters thereof are subjected to a tandem isomerization/metathesis reaction in the presence of a palladium catalyst and of a ruthenium catalyst, with the proviso that the palladium catalysts used are compounds which contain at least one structural element Pd—P(R1R2R3) where the R1-R3 radicals each independently have 2-10 carbon atoms, each of which may be aliphatic, alicyclic, aromatic or heterocyclic, with the proviso at least one of the R1-R3 radicals contains a beta-hydrogen, the palladium catalyst being used as such or generated in situ, with the proviso the process is performed in the absence of substances having a pKa of 3 or less.

Abstract: A process for cleaning and dewatering hydrophobic particulate materials is presented. The process is performed in two steps: 1) agglomeration of the hydrophobic particles in a first hydrophobic liquid/aqueous mixture; followed by 2) dispersion of the agglomerates in a second hydrophobic liquid to release the water trapped within the agglomerates along with the entrained hydrophilic particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a harvesting device for facilitating harvesting of crops growing on a substrate or soil, the device comprising:—a harvesting conveyer comprising crop receiving members suitable for simple manual placing of the crops therein, wherein the conveyor is adapted to discharge the crops from a location within reach of the harvesting location,—transport means for transporting the harvesting conveyer relative to the substrate or the soil, wherein—the harvesting device is suitable for simultaneously harvesting from at least two seed-beds.

Abstract: A collapsible shade for lawn cultivation is mesh fabric sheet that is supported above an area of grass or other vegetation by a plurality of stakes. The mesh fabric sheet is made of a meshed, knitted or woven material that reduces penetration across the mesh fabric sheet by sunlight and moisture, providing a moist, cool environment for the vegetation below. A flexible frame is held within a perimeter frame sleeve around the mesh fabric sheet, providing a folding capability for storage. A fabric side skirt may be attached connected around the mesh fabric sheet and affixed to the plurality of stakes to prevent small animals from damaging the vegetation in the protected area.

Abstract: A bag constructed of a weed suppression material for packaging a ground cover material. When the bag is in a closed configuration, the bag serves as a container for shipping, handling, and storage of the ground cover material. When the bag is opened and unfolded, and the ground cover material within the bag is spread over the opened and unfolded bag, the bag serves as a layer of weed suppression material on top of underlying soil and beneath the ground cover.

Abstract: An ornamental planter device that is used for decorating lawns and gardens. In various embodiments, it includes a colorful flower, bird and insect, each fastened on the end of a stake. Each has a planter on the back so a gardener may plant their choice of flower. A detachable screw is screwed in the ground and each stake is attached with a secure fastener. The stake is easy to unfasten for mowing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a product intended to be added to crop or plantation irrigation water, comprising a composition containing one or more water-soluble polymers and an effervescent system, wherein the composition is in the form of a powder, and in particular a powder of individualized particles, said composition being confined in a water-soluble film.

Abstract: A plant growing device includes an envelope made of a vacuum formed film and having substantially planar first and second walls interconnected by a surrounding wall. A plant growing medium is enclosed by the envelope. The first and second walls each has a plurality of micro-holes, and a network of interconnected ribs that are indented from an outer surface of the first or second wall to define a plurality of flow guide channels. The second wall further has openings to receive plants. The first wall further has drain holes. The envelope has high air permeability due to the micro-holes while still possessing a relative high strength due to the network of ribs.

Abstract: A universal luminous flower pot base is disclosed, which comprises a base body, a luminous component and a power supply, wherein a flower pot tray and a luminous component mounting groove are arranged on the base body, the luminous component is mounted in the luminous component mounting groove of the base body, and the power supply is mounted on the base body and electrically connected with the luminous component. The flower pot base not only can obtain the positive effect of a luminous flower pot, but is also convenient for replacement and maintenance owing to strong universality, thus the flower pot base is applicable for wide use.

Abstract: A method and container for developing seedlings includes germinating the seeds and air pruning the seedlings to a depth of about 3 inches.

Abstract: A plant develop rack includes a base, plural soil packages, a water supply device, and a water collecting tank. Plural rack units are disposed on the base and are arranged vertically. Each soil package encloses growth medium and plant and forms plural openings for the plant to extend outward. The water supply device is located above the rack units. Thereby, when the water supply provides water to the most upper rack unit, water may enter the soil package on that rack unit to nourish the plant. Thereafter, excess water may flow downward via draining holes of the rack unit to reach lower rack units. Thus, the soil packages on all rack units can acquire sufficient water for growing the plant.

Abstract: The present invention is to provide a hydroponic device for liquid supply, which includes a plate, a bottle and a pump. The plate has an open space for filing liquid therein, and a diversion panel is mounted in the open space to separate a first flume, a second flume and a connection set. The bottle pours the liquid (e.g. culture solution) slowly into the plate via breaking through the surface tension of water. The motor is connected to the second flume and the connection set to pump the liquid, and the first flume introduces the liquid into the second flume through the connection set, to form a circulating fluid loop. As such, the present invention achieves the purposes of reducing the losses of water and nutrient for hydroponic culture such that the liquid can be utilized repeatedly via flowing through the circulating loop to accelerate the growing of plants.

Abstract: A gasifying apparatus including a variable gasifier and used as both a power generator and a combustion boiler and a method of driving the same are disclosed. A combustion boiler and a generator engine, driven with synthesis gas, are associated with a single gasifier, and the gasifying apparatus produces synthesis gas proper to a technical field of the gasifier by selectively applying an upflow gasifier and a downflow gasifier according to the technical field of the gasifier.