Abstract: A glass material for a substrate, or a glass substrate, consists essentially of the following glass ingredients: from 45 to 70 wt % of SiO2, from 1 to 10 wt % of Al2O3, from 0.5 to 8 wt % of B2O3, from 7 to 20 wt % of Li2O+Na2O+K2O, from 0.1 to 10 wt % of MgO, from 0.1 to 10 wt % of CaO, from 1 to 15 wt % of MgO+CaO, from 0.5 to 10 wt % of TiO2, from 0.5 to 10 wt % of ZrO2, from 0 to 5 wt % of ZnO, and from 0 to 8 wt % of La2O3. The glass material, or the glass substrate, has uniform composition between at the surface and in the interior and has an amorphous structure. With this design, it is possible to obtain high mechanical strength without strengthening treatment, a linear thermal expansion coefficient close to motor components, and excellent chemical durability.

Abstract: The switching device for switching high electrical currents and voltages has at least one switch pole (1, 1?, 1?) which is operated by means of a rotatable shaft (8, 8?, 8?). Furthermore, the switching device has at least one lever system (10, 10?, 10?), a first switching linkage (11) and at least one drive (2) with a drive rod (24), with the rotatable shaft (8, 8?, 8?) being connected to the lever system (10, 10?, 10?), the lever system (10, 10?, 10?) being connected to the first switching linkage (11), and the first switching linkage (11) being operatively connected to the drive rod (24). Movements of the drive rod (24) are converted to rotary movements of the rotatable shaft (8, 8?, 8?). The physical space which is required for installation of the switching device is intended to be capable of being matched to the physical circumstances.

Abstract: A method of generating three-dimensional data includes the steps of inputting multiple images having a first resolution from different viewpoints of an object; storing the input multiple images; performing a resolution conversion of each of the input multiple images to generate converted images having a second resolution that is different than the first resolution; storing the converted images; detecting characteristic areas of the object from at least one of the input multiple images; and constructing three-dimensional data by using data from the input images for the characteristic areas of the object and by using data from the converted images for remaining areas of the object. A device for performing the method is also disclosed.

Abstract: A rotatable cutting tool, e.g., a milling cutter, includes a rotatable base body and a cutting insert, which in addition to two opposite side surfaces has front and rear end surfaces. For axial fine-adjustment of the cutting insert, a set screw is arranged that is located in an area behind the cutting insert and inclined at an obtuse angle to a side surface of the cutting insert. During an unscrewing of the set screw, it presses against the rear end surface of the cutting insert with the purpose of moving the cutting insert in the direction axially forwards, whereby the screw, due to the obtuse angle, is centrifugally secured by means of the actual cutting insert.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for detecting foreign substances in a thread using a detector which line-scans the thread, the latter being lit by an illumination element. The aim of the invention is to provide a means of continuously testing the thread with good resolution and at a high speed. To this end, the inventive device consists of a compact unit made up of a sensor or a detector, an objective and an illumination element. These elements have a common axis and the illumination element enables the thread to be illuminated with a very high light intensity. To this end, the illumination element (1) is hemispherical and has light sources which are distributed across the hemisphere (5).

Abstract: A lithographic printing plate precursor is disclosed, which comprises an image-forming layer which contains a hydrophilic resin, an acid precursor and at least one component selected from fine particles containing a compound having a vinyloxy group and microcapsules containing a compound having a vinyloxy group, on a hydrophilic support, which can be development processed on a printing machine.

Abstract: Hydrogen storage alloy has: (1) a main composition expressed by the formula of Mm?(Ni?Al?Co?Mn?Cu); (2) a ratio of the number of atoms expressed by the formula (Ni?Al?Co?Mn?Cu) is 5.5<(Ni+Al+Co+Mn+Cu)?7.0, and 4.0?Ni, when Mm is set at 1 in a ratio of the number of atoms; and (3) an internal structure having hydrogen storage alloy phase expressed by the general formula of AB5 and a second phase existing in the hydrogen storage alloy phase, wherein the whole the composition is expressed by the formula of MmiNi(3.95+p)Al(0.3+q)Co(0.4+r)Mn(0.45+s)Cu(0.10+t), and 0.3<(p+q+r+s+t)?1.8.

Abstract: The invention concerns an electronic device such as a smart card which includes at least a microcircuit embedded in a carrier medium and which includes exit hubs linked to interface elements composed of a terminal block and/or an antenna. The connections between the exit hubs and the interface elements are made by depositing a low-viscosity conducting substance which remains flexible after its application, using a syringe or similar device. Preferably, a polymer resin charged with conducting or intrinsically conducting particles is used for the connections.

Abstract: A tire having at least one reinforcement ply formed of reinforcement elements embedded in vulcanized rubber, characterized in that the reinforcement elements for said ply are individually coated in a rubber mix (B, B1), referred to as “coating mix”, having a given composition and physical properties, the reinforcement elements arranged parallel to each other being covered on one face by a first rubber layer (A, A1), referred to as “first calendering layer”, of constant composition and properties, whereas the elements are covered on the opposite face by a second rubber calendering layer (C, D), of composition and properties which are variable according to the meridian position on the ply within the tire.

Abstract: An NF-?B inhibitor having as an active ingredient a benzoquinone derivative represented by the general formula (1) wherein R1, R2, and R3 are each independently H, alkyl having 1 to 5 carbons, or alkoxy having 1 to 5 carbons; R4 is H, hydroxymethyl, alkyl, or carboxyl which is optionally esterified or amidated; Z is represented by the formula (A); and, n is an integer from 0 to 6, or its hydroquinone form or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: The device comprises in a cylindrical case (3) of an exhaust manifold (2) of an engine, a catalyst body (12) in a centre position, and means (14, 15) for adsorbing nitrogen oxides contained in the exhaust gases of the engine in a peripheral disposition around the catalyst body (12). Preferably, the catalyst body is disposed in a pipe (8) constituting an end part of an exhaust line (8a) and the adsorbing means (14, 15) is disposed in an annular space provided between the exhaust pipe (8) surrounding the catalyst body (12) and the case (3) of the manifold (2). The device permits limiting the discharges of nitrogen oxides of the exhaust gases in all the phases of operation of the engine.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cutting tool insert comprising a substrate and a coating including at least one layer of TiB2. The TiB2-layer has a fibrous microstructure where the grains are 5-50 nm, preferably 10-30 nm, in diameter and a length more than 250 mu, preferably more than 400 nm long, with a length to diameter ratio, l/d>2, preferably >5, and oriented essentially perpendicularly to the surface of the substrate.

Abstract: A bit head retaining system includes a bit head having an upper end and a working face, and a retention sleeve adapted to be connected to an end of a drill casing and having an internal opening in which at least a portion of the bit head above the working face is disposed, the bit head being secured to the retention sleeve so as to be axially immovable relative to the retention sleeve. A method of installing a bit head in a percussion drill is also disclosed.

Abstract: A lithographic printing plate precursor comprising a support having a hydrophilic surface having provided thereon an image-forming layer containing a hydrophobic high molecular compound having at least either a functional group represented by formula (1) or a functional group represented by formula (2): wherein X+ represents an iodonium ion, a sulfonium ion or a diazonium ion.

Abstract: Pastes for circuit connections and anisotropic conductive pastes that are excellent in storage stability and dispenser application properties, can be free of voids, bubbles and bleeding on thermocompression bonding and can give cured products having high bonding and connection reliability at high temperatures and high humidity, and the ability to be repaired. The paste for circuit connection contains an epoxy resin, an acid anhydride curing agent or a phenolic curing agent, and high-softening point fine particles. The anisotropic conductive paste additionally contains conductive particles. The method of using the paste for circuit connection or the anisotropic conductive paste involves connecting an electric circuit wiring formed on a substrate with an electric circuit wiring formed on another substrate with the paste for circuit connection or the anisotropic conductive paste.

Abstract: A method is provided for measuring a pressure of a hydraulic fluid that is supplied from a hydraulic fluid control device (1) to a operation device (6). The method includes measurement of a first pressure (Pm) and a second pressure (Pa). The first pressure is the pressure of the hydraulic fluid within a first flow path (P3 to P8) connecting a pressure control unit (3) and the operation device. The second pressure is the pressure of the hydraulic fluid within a second flow path (P11, P12) connecting an accumulator (22) and the pressure control unit. Then, a stabilization time (T) is determined. The stabilization time is the time when a pressure gradient per unit time of the second pressure become to be smaller than a predetermined value. Thereafter, a pressure (Pw) of the hydraulic fluid at the operation device is determined based on the first pressure that is measured at the stabilization time or at a time immediately after the stabilization time.

Abstract: A vehicle door lock apparatus includes a lever mechanism directly connected with a key cylinder provided at the outside door handle for locking and unlocking the vehicle door in response to rotation operation of the key cylinder. The lever mechanism is provided with a key rotor directly connected with the key cylinder, and a key lever directly connected with the key rotor. An input shaft of the lever mechanism formed by the key rotor is inclinable relative to an output shaft of the lever mechanism formed by the key lever, and this inclination is absorbed through the connection between the key rotor and the key lever.

Abstract: A cutting insert for milling cam shafts includes first and second surface interconnected by a third surface, and at least one cutting edge. The cutting edge includes a straight first cutting edge section, a straight second cutting edge section, and a generally convex third cutting edge section, all adjoining one another. The first section extends along the junction between the first and third surfaces. The second section extends along the junction and includes a first end adjoining an end of the first section. The second is inclined at an obtuse angle from one end of the first section in a direction away from the third surface. The third section extends along the junction and adjoins a second end of the second section. The third section is of generally convex shape and extends over an angular range greater than 90°. The first, second and third sections lie in the third surface.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Shrub rose plant is provided which forms in clusters attractive single fragrant bright white blossoms. The blossom coloration is well maintained upon maturity and the blossoms self clean well. The plant exhibits a spreading ground cover growth habit. Excellent resistance to Black Spot, Powdery Mildew and Rust is displayed. The very glossy medium green foliage contrasts nicely with the white blossom coloration. The new variety is particularly well suited for providing attractive ornamentation as a mass planting.