Abstract: A vacuum-assisted sanding device removably connectable to a conventional sanding pad of the type used with mechanical sanders. The sanding device may include a swiveling connection tube for connecting dust removal channels and a recess of a handle block of the sanding device to a vacuum system. The manual sanding device may also include a plate system for suctioning away dust and other particulate matter created during the sanding process.

Abstract: A large screen information interactive system and method are disclosed, including a computer 3, a projector 4, a pointer equipment 2, and an interactive whiteboard 1 including at least one display panel 6 on the same plane and at least one electronic writing board 5 used for sensing and receiving an operational signal of the pointer equipment 2. The at least one electronic writing board 5 is connected with the computer 3 through a serial port, a USB port, a wireless communication module, or a bluetooth module. The signal of the pointer equipment 2 collected from the electronic writing board 5 is processed by the computer 3. A processed displayed image is projected onto the interactive whiteboard 1 by the projector 4. When one point on the electronic writing board 5 is written, position and state information signals of the written point are transferred to the computer for converting, and the data is processed according to display attributes and operational commands.

Abstract: A composition and method for making a composition that increases friction between a first surface and a second surface while also cleaning the first surface. The composition is an anti-slip detergent that can assist in preventing slip-and-fall accidents on wet floors that have recently been mopped. The composition includes a synthetic dimerized thermoplastic resin, a surfactant, tall oil distillate, (2-methoxymethylethoxy)-propanol, 2,2?,2?-trihydroxy-triethylamine, and water. The composition may also include an acrylate copolymer to further enhance its friction-producing properties.

Abstract: An expandable card form is described that includes a plurality of foldable leafs that are foldable onto one another at fold lines which separate each adjacent pair of foldable leafs. A slot can be cut through the fold line separating one of the adjacent pairs of foldable leafs. The plurality of foldable leafs can be connected to one another linearly and can include adhesive sections so that, when assembled, the foldable leafs form an expandable card. One end leaf can include a projecting panel attached thereto. The projecting panel can be extended through the slot when the card is expanded and can be retracted so as not to be visible when the card is oriented into its closed configuration. The expandable card can include information printed thereon to create a business card, a place setting card, a medical information card, or a gift card.

Abstract: A system for providing online access to on-hold messages: an interface by which an end user can access at least one on-hold message from an online database; a system for downloading at least one message as a file to be played on an end user phone answering system. The downloaded message comprises an MP3 file and may be downloaded onto a flash card.

Abstract: A composition for improving the combustion efficiency of an internal combustion Engine. The composition includes a mixture of a hydrocarbon fuel and an organometallic soap selected from among several cerium-containing and ferric compounds. The cerium-containing compound or compounds increase the energy released during combustion of the fuel. The ferric compound or compounds coat an interior wall of a combustion chamber of the internal combustion engine to increase the power output of the engine by reducing the accumulation of residues deposited on the interior wall which interfere with the combustion of fuel.

Abstract: A series of resins were synthesized using a range of bio-based materials to control the molecular architecture, and therefore the properties, of the inventive resins. The resins were formulated into toner formulations such as those useful in printers and copiers.

Abstract: A slide-out card configuration is provided. A presentation section slides outwardly and laterally along the back cover of the card as it is opened. The card may be provided in a packaged form for use as a mailer to deliver advertising to specific recipients by mail. Alternatively, in card form, the present invention provides an integrated gift and greeting card.

Abstract: An electric fireplace includes a fireplace housing having a housing first and second side walls and a housing top wall, a housing floor, a housing back wall, and a housing open end opposite the housing back wall; a flame simulator mounted inside the housing; a diffusion screen removably mounted upright within the housing in front of the flame simulator; an ember bed simulating the appearance of fireplace fuel such as fire wood, embers or coal, and removably mounted inside the housing in front of the flame simulator, so that removal of the ember bed and the flame cutout panel provides access to the flame simulator from the housing open end; and a hot air generator removably mounted inside the housing to be accessible from the housing open end.

Abstract: An electrically driven power system includes a carrier structure rotatably supporting a power output. A plurality of individually electrically powered primary drive units are also mounted in the carrier structure. Each of the power units are in driving engagement with the power output for driving said power output in a rotating manner. The electric motors driving the power units are interchangeable thus eliminating a single point motor failure and their smaller size facilitates ease of replacement and repair.

Abstract: A mailer is disclosed for distributing advertisements and invoices. The mailer provides an envelope for returning the invoices and a buck slip for displaying advertisements and incentives. The buck slips and return envelope are attached to the mailer so that these papers are removed from the mailer simultaneously upon the opening of the mailer.

Abstract: An absorbent protective finger cover to be worn by aestheticians to protect the surface of their skin while performing facial extractions. The finger cover includes an inner sheath of protective elastomer material and an outer sheath of absorbent material attached to the inner protective sheath. An additional tip piece of absorbent material is disposed at a finger tip portion of the finger cover between the protective sheath and absorbent sheath to provide additional absorbency for body fluids released during the facial extraction.

Abstract: A mailer is disclosed for distributing advertisements and invoices. The mailer provides an envelope for returning the invoices and a buck slip for displaying advertisements and incentives. The return mailer is attached to the mailer and removed from the mailer simultaneously upon the opening of the mailer.