Abstract: Disposable packaging, comprising a container (1) that defines a main compartment (2) and at least an additional compartment (3). The container (1) is bowl-shaped and is closed on the upper side by a film, or by a cover, in order to prevent the main food component contained inside the main compartment (2)—from coming out. Moreover, the additional compartment (3) is closed by a slidable sealing system of the cylinder-piston type. In the closure position of the piston, which is formed by a plug (14), the food component contained in the additional compartment (3) cannot mix with the food component located in the main compartment (2), whereas in the opening position of the plug (14), the dressing/seasoning may leak from the additional compartment (3) through lateral apertures of the plug (14), at the time the user turns over and shakes the packaging.

Abstract: A biodegradable auricular prosthetic device is described, particularly but not exclusively devised for the treatment of otitis media, comprising a tubular body having axially opposed ends and flanged at least at one of the opposed ends and at least a portion of which is produced from a material subject to biological degradation in the presence of organic liquids, wherein at least the portion made of material subject to biological degradation is produced from a polymeric material selected from the group of polyphosphazenes.

Abstract: Control arrangement for a cursor (140) on a screen or a display for a computer (130), comprising a hand unit (10) with two sensing elements (20, 30) adapted to be applied on two of the fingers of the user, suitably along the thumb and forefinger, where the intersecting point (80) between the sensing elements controls the position of the cursor. The sensing elements are connected to a processing unit for the determination of the intersecting point between the threads when they are situated next to each other and for the control of the position of the cursor according to this intersecting point.

Abstract: An abrasive tool comprising of a base portion (2), having a foam layer (3) affixed to the abrasive tool base portion, and a plastic film layer (4) affixed, bonded or glued to the foam layer. This tool is adapted to receive an abrasive material layer (5) or sand paper or other abrasive material having a pressure sensitive adhesive applied to one side of the abrasive material, to allow said abrasive material to be stuck and affixed to the abrasive tool. The abrasive tool may be hand operated, or operated by electric power, air power, or other motive power.

Abstract: Electric Propulsion system supported by a special usable harness slinging from scuba divers, deep-sea divers or simple swimmers, advantageously fed by a sophisticated system of rechargeable batteries, inserted inside several united watertight containers between them. The innovative structure, allow to all specialized operators to move forward underwater even if the immersions will be made in depth and for prolonged for long time periods, through the use of a motorized propulsion module. Another characteristic of the system is that it will allow a user to move and be operated in complete freedom and under any condition.

Abstract: A rocking device is described for receiving a lower part of a carriage, perambulator, cot or the like in particular to rock an infant therein, with oscillation means to impart an oscillating motion thereto comprising an elongate roller (2) mounted about a generally longitudinal axis, and drive means (9) associated therewith to cause the roller to rotate, the transverse shape of the roller and the position of the axis together being such that the roller imparts an oscillating motion to the carriage in mechanical engagement therewith in use. A method of rocking a carriage, perambulator, cot or the like is also described.

Abstract: This machine comprises a frame, spacing means arranged in the interior (3) of the tubular film (1) to separate the walls, traction means (8) to draw the tubular film and an inflating and welding device (5, 6, 7, 12). The inflating and welding means is provided with at least one hollow needle (5) for inflation, means (2, 2a, and 2b) to prevent the air escaping toward said reel, that is to say, upstream. Said means (2) to prevent the escape of air are placed between the means (3) provided within the said film and the reel. The inflating and welding device (5, 6, 7, 12) is located after the means (3) provided within said film and before the traction means (8) for drawing said tubular film (1) through the inflating and welding device.

Abstract: A pressure-fluid driven device for generating a reciprocating movement includes a first (5) and a second relatively movable part (3), wherein a working chamber (7) is intended to be alternatively pressurised and depressurised so as to drive the parts in a movement relative to each other when the working chamber is pressurised. A valve arrangement (8) is intended to control the fluid flow into as well as from the working chamber. The inlet into the working chamber (7) is separate from the discharge from the working chamber (7). The invention also concerns a valve arrangement and a pneumatic tool.

Abstract: A stirring coffee press for brewing beverage grounds, such coffee or tea, while simultaneously compressing and agitating the grounds in a single container. The stirring coffee press includes a container with a fitted lid, a plunger assembly slidably and rotatably received within the container and being attached to a hollow shaft which extends out through an opening in the lid, and a blade assembly attached to a shaft that extends and exits through the hollow shaft of the plunger assembly. The hollow shaft of the plunger assembly has a handle attached to the end of the hollow shaft, wherein the plunger handle is adapted to be received and retained into the aperture in the lid, thereby preventing the plunger assembly from rotating. The blade assembly shaft has a knob attached to its open end allowing the blade assembly to be freely rotated.

Abstract: The invention relates to a heading gas injection system (HGIS) direct injection system. The invention makes it possible to atomize fuel mixtures and fuels of all types and to directly inject them into the combustion chamber of a mixture-compressing, spark-ignition internal combustion engine of all designs. This is achieved by means of a heating element (10), a fuel injection nozzle (1) a temperature probe (5), electrical heating resistors (diodes) (2), an electromagnetic valve (3) and a pressure gauge (14). The control unit (8) is provided for controlling these individual components. This control unit (8) also has the task of ensuring that the inlet valve (4), with the flow meter (6), ensures an optimal pollutant-free and low-pollutant operation. A pollutant-free operation of an internal combustion engine can be ensured when using methanol, ethanol, water mixture, hereby signifying a zero pollutant emission.

Abstract: A musically resonant apparatus with continuously variable resonances and methods for increasing the tonal complexity and quality of live and recorded musical instruments utilizes the position of one or more movable resonators to determine the freely resonant dimensions of the resonators comprising the apparatus. The dimensions and materials of this apparatus are scaled and selected to resonate in one or more musically relevant frequency ranges for the instrument and musical situation it is to be used with. The apparatus is mechanically coupled to a microphonic or vibrationally sensitive component in the chain of equipment between a musician and the listener. The continuous adjustability of one or more resonators allows the user to easily select the best complimentary resonances. This improves an instrument's tonal complexity, and thus its tonal quality at the listener's ears quickly, easily, and economically without invasive techniques.

Abstract: A pneumatic particulate dispensing system having a hopper for storing particulate material, such as animal feed, fertilizers, pesticides and the like. The hopper is connected to a T-fitting which encloses a velocity tube. An air blowing unit is connected to the T-fitting and the velocity tube through an interchangeable adaptor allowing for a variety of air blowing units to be installed. An adjustable rotary valve extends into the interior of the hopper from the T-fitting allowing for a user to adjust the amount of particulate material to be dispensed adjacent the velocity tube. A discharge tube is connected to the T-fitting downstream of the velocity tube, wherein the discharge tube has a rotating elbow for allowing the user to adjust the dispensing direction. A variety of nozzles can be attached to the end of the discharge tube. A support frame having a hitch insert and cradles is used to support and transport the particulate dispensing system to remote locations.

Abstract: The audio cable is having a multi-conductor cable, two or more conductor assemblies, at least one partition for creating additional mechanical resonances, and appropriate connectors, coverings, insulation and labels each of which features selected mechanical resonances. The partitions can be a hinge partition produced from selectively twisting the conductor assemblies, or a mass partition produced by fastening either a wire binding wound over the conductor assembly or a conductor of different mass from that of the conductor assembly and thereto. The audio cable resonances are adjusted by dividing the conductor assembly into multiple partitions. The length, mass, color and compliance of each partition are adjustable to produce resulting mechanical resonances, thereby determining the sound of the audio cable when used with microphonic or vibrationally-sensitive electronics.

Abstract: A remote vehicle identification and disabling system for identifying and controlling a vehicles engine. The system has a limited ranged programmable transceiver unit mounted in a non-civilian vehicle for sending and receiving a signal through an antenna located in the grille. A control and display unit is located in the cab that allows access to an onboard computer for accessing a remote police database. The system also has a civilian vehicle mounted multiple channel transceiver that controls a fail-open valve which is connected to a fuel line of the civilian vehicle to control the amount of fuel supplied to the engine. The civilian vehicle unit transmits an identification signal to the non-civilian unit upon request and if the civilian unit receives the identical identification signal from the non-civilian unit then the valve will be activated. A remote control unit transmitting at a frequency other than the non-civilian unit can be used to activate the valve.

Abstract: An emergency vehicle detection system for alerting a driver of an approaching emergency vehicle includes a sound signal-producing unit mounted on an emergency vehicle, a sound signal detection unit mounted on a non-emergency vehicle, and a display unit remotely located on the non-emergency vehicle. The sound signal-producing unit has a sound generator for producing and transmitting a sound signal. A switch is used for controlling the operation of the sound generator in combination with a siren. The sound signal detection unit has at least one sound transducer for detecting sound signals and producing an electric current upon detection of a signal. A signal comparator is connected to the sound transducers for comparing the currents from the transducers to preprogrammed patterns. If there is matching pattern, a signal output encoder connected to the signal comparator constructs an encoded signal and transmits the encoded signal to a remotely located display unit through a transmitter.