Abstract: A device for lifting and rotating objects is disclosed. The device includes a plurality of hooking protrusions that are in angled relation with each other and contain compound bends to permit engagement with the support structure of the object to be lifted.

Abstract: A target for use in photogrammetric analysis that does not distort the object to be analyzed has been developed. The target is formed by mixing a diffuse material with a solvent and then applying the mixture to the surface of the object to be analyzed. The object is then coated with a reflective material so that the diffuse material forms a reflective target suitable for use in photogrammetric analysis.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a satellite dish cover comprising a main body portion having a front side, a back side and an outer edge, and a securing element for securing said satellite dish cover to the concave face of a satellite dish. The securing element requires no manual adjustment in order to be secured to a satellite dish. The satellite dish cover may further comprise a design element, a color or a texture to increase the aesthetic appeal of the satellite dish cover.

Abstract: A re-enforced composite sheet piling segment is disclosed. The segment of sheet piling includes multiple panels. The panels of the segment come together at an angle to form a corner. A re-enforcement is placed in the corner of the segment. The re-enforcement has a cross-sectional area that is convex shaped.

Abstract: Disclosed is a navigational assist system to assist a pilot or other person in the entry into an entry environment, such as a holding pattern or runway traffic pattern. The navigational assist system is comprised of a plurality of entry determining elements moveably secured to one another upon which is placed information to assist in the entry into an entry environment. In one embodiment three entry determining elements are used, with the entry determining elements corresponding to the following: (i) one entry determining element for determination of the advised standard entry procedure for entry into a holding pattern; (ii) one entry determining element for determination of the advised non-standard entry procedure for entry into a holding pattern; and (iii) one entry determining element for determination of the advised entry procedure for entry into a runway traffic patterns.

Abstract: A system for predetermining the operating threshold of a device surveying the radial deformation state of a tire comprises means capable of regulating the push due to the pressure of the tire on a closing mechanism and members capable of regulating the equilibrating counter push of the thrust of Belleville washers, helical springs and axially compressed seals.

Abstract: A description of a biomolecule named Perlecan which is added internally or topically, or is expressed from exogenously added nucleic acids, as a whole or in part, to a healing wound to improve the success of wound healing is disclosed. Relevant embodiments for this patent technology are described.

Abstract: A locking ring designed to work in a self restraining pipe joint.

Abstract: A plasma generation system that is powered with an alternating current power source has been developed. The system includes a plasma generator that heats gas to a high temperature to form plasma. The gas is heated by passing through an electrical arc generated by electrodes. The gas is fed to the generator by a feed system comprising a plurality pneumatic feed devices that supply the plasma-forming gas. The plasma generator is powered by an alternating current power source.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device to secure cargo within the cargo area of a transport vehicle, using a rigid plate and at least one bracing member to maintain the rigid plate upright against the cargo to be secured; and at least one rigid arm to extend from an upper portion of the rigid plate across the top of a portion of the cargo, where the arm is configured to be engageable with at least one retainer.

Abstract: A gasket for connecting two lengths of pipe in a standard mechanical joint is disclosed, which gasket maximizes the advantages of both restrained push-on joints as well as mechanical joints, as are known commonly in the art. The invention has application to long-run pipe lengths as well as appurtenances, including fittings and connections. The gasket contains locking members that act to restrain separation upon the instance of any force tending to separate the connected pipe lengths.