Abstract: A multiple port, dual diameter piston fluid dispensing pump which includes multiple input and output ports accessed by rotating at least one of the pistons and a dual or multiple diameter piston or set of pistons that cooperate so that they follow each other. The dispensing piston is of smaller diameter than the pushing piston. This diameter difference permits a longer, controllable stroke to dispense micro-liters of fluid accurately.

Abstract: A bromine/nitro moiety linked into the backbone of an ester or other compound over a wide range of occurrence rates provides antimicrobial, bio-resistant and fungal resistant properties for metal working fluids (MWF)s, coatings, plastics, and medical devices. The moiety can be have the bromo and nitro groups linked to the same or different carbon atoms. The present invention also relates to urethanes, urea, amides, imides, carbonates, ethers, siloxanes, and many other types of linkages essential to MWF bases.

Abstract: Novel nanowell microarrays are disclosed in optical contact with polymer waveguides wherein evanescent field associated with lightwaves propagated in the waveguide excite target substances in the nanowells either by a common waveguide or by individual waveguides. Fluid samples are conveyed to the nanowells by means of microfluidics. The presence of the target substances in fluid samples is detected by sensing fluorescent radiation generated by fluorescent tag bound to the target substances. The fluorescent tags generate fluorescent radiation as a result of their excitation by the evanescent field. One or more PMT detectors or a CCD detector are located at the side of the waveguide opposite to the nanowells. Fluorescent radiation is detected due to its coupling with the waveguide or its emission through the waveguide.

Abstract: A non-slip, nocoat drywall finishing system for finishing inside and outside corners of any angle, the finishing system being a pre-formed, continuously extruded trim piece comprising a semi-rigid member that can be relatively thick in the center and tapers laterally to a thin edge. An outer finishing layer of fibrous material that directly receives paint or texture. A pattern of protrusions, ridges, or grooves on the inner surface of the semi-rigid member to avoid the need for an inner material layer. To install one of the pieces, it is selected from stock and cut to length. A flat coat of mud is applied to both sides of an exterior or interior angle, and the trim piece is placed over the mud and smoothed into place. Once, the piece is in place, the edges are feathered once with a small amount of mud and a wide blade. At that point the corner is complete except for drying.

Abstract: In a lubricant-cooled gas compressor (10) the temperature of separated lubricant returned to the air-side (11) is monitored by a thermostatically controlled restrictor valve (22) which minimises the flow of returned lubricant when temperature is low as on start up or when running on reduced load but increases the flow as the lubricant temperature increases. This will minimise he condensation of water from indrawn air when the temperature of the compressed air is too low to retain the water as vapour, so that the returned lubricant is contaminated with water which will damage the moving components of the air-end.

Abstract: A method and system for airport or any other building security where passengers or persons entering a building are caused to undergo a positive identification (ID) check by fingerprint scan, retinal or iris scan, face feature scan, or by any other means of positive identification. A photograph can be taken also. This data, plus the positive ID, and any other optional data about the person, can be checked against government or law enforcement data bases for any government or law enforcement interest in the person. The person can be given an electronic card that can have wireless capability where the person can be tracked while inside the building, airport, or the airspace system. The system can be notified when the person enters any area, secure area, or when a person boards a means for transportation like an aircraft. The system can allow law enforcement to apprehend a person with law enforcement interest at a time and place convenient to law enforcement.

Abstract: A binocular assembly that includes a hands free support mechanism for supporting a lens element like a pair of binoculars in front of the user's eyes without using any use of the user's hands. The hands-free support mechanism can include an adjustable head securing strap, at least one positioning arm, a user tuneable radio, and at least one earphone. The binocular element can extend from a positioning arm or arms at an angle of from around zero to ninety-five degrees.

Abstract: A flexible file system for providing abrasive files that can be used for wood or metal working that can be supplied in different sizes, stiffness and with different types of abrasive surfaces in different cross-sections. These flexible files can be attached to form a web that can be loaded into a dispenser either on a spindle or folded for easy dispensing of files as they are needed. The dispenser can have optional blades for separating the files as they are dispensed. Various methods can be used to attach the files into a web for easy dispensing and later separation including attach strips with cut or break points.

Abstract: A hands-free binocular visor headgear for viewing sporting and other events where it is desirable to use binoculars but also have the free use of the hands. An adjustable head securing device secures the unit to the user's head. Binoculars or other optics are attached to the head securing device such that they can be pivoted between an in-use and a not in-use position and can be adjusted for a usercs eyes. The unit can also optionally contain removable or fixed earmuffs, a removable or fixed electronics module that can contain a radio, MPEG player or other electronics, removable or fixed earphone and/or a removable or fixed microphone. The user can pick and choose what exact equipment he or she needs for a particular sporting event.

Abstract: A method of making beams, clamps and other structures by curing a polymer containing a magnetostrictive material. A magnetostrictive material like TERFENOL-D™ is placed in a polymer. This mixture is put onto a slide in a film. The mixture is cured by UV light (or other means) so that it cross-links. A second layer of polymer with no magnetostrictive material can be cured on top of the first layer. This leads to a beam structure which exhibits a bending moment in an applied magnetic field. By aligning the magnetostrictive particles before curing with a magnetic field, a beam or other structure can be produced with aligned particles. A mask can be used to selectively cure regions where the magnetostrictive particles have different alignments on the same layer. It is possible to build up multiple layer structures with layers of magnetostrictive particles aligned in different directions.

Abstract: A mechanism for a gas powered gun where a tubular bolt 10 of a paintball gun communicates with a cylinder 16 through bores 17 when in a forward, firing position, allowing compressed gas from the cylinder to expel a paintball. A port 20 whereby the cylinder communicates with a source of compressed gas is occluded by the bolt 10 except when a circumferential recess 23 in the bolt is in register with the port 20. By this arrangement only gas stored in the cylinder 16 is used to fire a paintball and the source of compressed gas is not in communication with the cylinder except when the trigger is released and the bolt 10 is withdrawn.

Abstract: A multi-stage collector of the type used to collect particles from industrial gas. The collector can contain multiple narrow and wide zones formed by a plurality of parallel corrugated plates. Contained in the narrow zones can be elongated electrodes with sharp leading and/or trailing edges. These electrodes can provide a non-uniform electric field near their sharp edges leading to corona discharge. The corona discharge causes particulate matter in the gas flow to become charged. The region in narrow zones away from the sharp edges of the electrodes resembles a parallel plate capacitor with relatively uniform electric field. In this region, particles can be collected on the plates and on the electrode. Wide regions can contain barrier filters (bag filters) with conductive surfaces. The collector can also be used to clean inlet gas in gasification plants and to collect re-usable materials from a gas stream.

Abstract: A dispenser pump has a fixed spout (15) on an upper component (10) which is rotatable relative to a lower component (11) adapted to be fitted to a container (not shown). For transport and storage the spout (15) is rotated so that its inner opening is obturated by the distal end of an arm (13) of the lower component which circumferentially divides its discharge compartment (31). Simultaneously an air opening (22) of the upper component is obturated by the arm (13) which also circumferentially divides an annular air chamber (32) below the discharge compartment (31). The compartment (31) and air chamber (32) are separated by an annular barrier seal (23) in rubbing contact with the internal wall of the upper component (10). By this provision the danger of leakage is so much reduced that it is not necessary to provide a mechanical lock for the pump when the dispenser is closed.

Abstract: A lighter-than-air ship using hydrogen or other gas as a lift gas with at least one hydrogen fuel cell aboard. The fuel cell can draw hydrogen fuel from the lift gas reservoir to produce electricity both for the ship's use and optionally for propulsion. The waste product of the fuel cell is water which can be used for the needs of a crew on the ship. The hydrogen lift gas chamber, which can be compartmentalized for lift control, can be surrounded by a safety jacket filled with an inert gas and contain optional hydrogen and/or oxygen sensors.

Abstract: An adjustable universal safety scaffold and walkboard ladder holder that absolutely prevents scaffold collapse or dis-attachment from a construction project and absolutely prevents a ladder placed against a walkboard from slipping sideways. Vertical supports can attach attach top and bottom to the building or work under construction. Hold brackets that can be raised or lowered slide up and down the vertical supports. A walkway sits on the hold brackets and is positively held in place by pins. A ladder can be optionally leaned against the walkboard and secured by additional stay bolts into the walkboard to prevent horizontal slipping.

Abstract: An ashtray that mounts on the exterior of a vehicle that avoids the undesirable conditions of internal ashtrays. The ashtray can mount on a vehicle window, in a vent, or under a vehicle exterior mirror. The ashtray can also be built-in to the vehicle at the time of manufacture. The window version of the ashtray can contain hook/loop material (VELCRO) to attach it to the vehicle window and magnets so that the ashtray can automatically attach to the vehicle metal when the window is lowered. The mirror mounted version can contain a polished face to act as part of the mirror.