Abstract: A phased array antenna system capable of scanning at rates faster than the information rate of signals being received to prevent the loss of information during the scanning process. The phased array is configured to add the capability to provide moderate multi-dimensional separation of multiple signals and to eliminate the sensitivity loss due to sampling usually encountered with such rapid-scan systems. The array antenna system is comprised of the means to form multiple, time sequenced responses, each response corresponding to a different beam of sensitivity. The beams scan the full coverage sector and together with each other form a contiguous set of beams that both fill the coverage sector at any one time and also synchronously scan the full coverage sector. The beams are differentially delayed to permit the beam responses from any particular incident signal to be added in unison, giving rise to a compressed pulse whose time of occurrence is related to the signal angle of incidence.

Abstract: A continuous spray coating apparatus and process generally comprises a housing defining a closed coating chamber, the coating chamber having inlet and outlet openings. Automatic doors are provided to cover the inlet and outlet openings, and the opening and closing of the doors is selectively controlled such that only one of the doors will be open at any one time during the spray coating operation. The introduction of the coating composition into the chamber creates a predetermined atmosphere within the chamber which is substantially saturated with constituents of the coating material, and by means of the automatic doors and control thereof, introduction of air from the outside atmosphere into the chamber is substantially prevented to maintain a predetermined atmosphere within the chamber.

Abstract: A negative birefringent film, useful in liquid crystal displays, and a method for controlling the negative birefringence of a polyimide film is disclosed which allows the matching of an application to a targeted amount of birefringence by controlling the degree of in-plane orientation of the polyimide by the selection of functional groups within both the diamine and dianhydride segments of the polyimide which affect the polyimide backbone chain rigidity, linearity, and symmetry. The higher the rigidity, linearity and symmetry of the polyimide backbone, the larger the value of the negative birefringence of the polyimide film.

Abstract: A ventilated insulated roofing system comprises a rigid roof deck, a roof comprising a rigid roof support member or sheathing which is above and spaced from the roof deck, and an exterior covering layer supported on the sheathing, and an insulation course between the roof deck and the sheathing. The insulation course is preferably a rigid lightweight foamed insulation material comprising an imperforate first portion which rests on the roof deck and a second portion comprising a plurality of spaced projections forming a network of interconnected air channels which are in communication with the under side of the sheathing. The roofing system further includes a course composed of one or more panels along a peripheral edge or portion of the perimeter of the roofing system.

Abstract: A wheel end assembly for driving an individual wheel of a motor vehicle, with the assembly comprising a stationary, annular spindle which is operably affixable to the vehicle, a wheel hub rotatably mounted to and coaxial with the spindle, and an electric motor and axially spaced apart inboard and outboard speed reduction gear sets for driving the wheel hub and vehicle wheel at a speed less than the speed of the motor output shaft. The assembly further comprises a cartridge bearing disposed between the inboard and outboard gear sets with the wheel hub rotatably mounted to the spindle via the cartridge bearing.

Abstract: A device directed to an incomplete seat sub-assembly having a foam cushion member and a trim cover assembly fixed thereto, extending a reversely turned overhang section therefrom. The device basically includes a frame assembly including a support frame having a configuration generally equal in shape to a part of outer peripheral sides of the cushion member, on which support frame, the incomplete seat sub-assembly is turned upside down and placed, a cramp element for securing an end of the overhang section of trim cover assembly to the support frame, and a pressing element for applying a downward pressure towards the support frame, so that the cushion member is pressed and moved downwardly by the pressing element, while the overhang section is turned over relative to the support frame and cover a whole body of the cushion member.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process and a catalyst composition for the destruction of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The process includes the step of contacting the VOCs with an oxygen-containing gas in the presence of a catalyst which is a metal-exchanged, metal-impregnated aluminosilicate zeolite with at least one exchanged metal in the zeolite being selected from the group consisting of Ti, V, Cr, Co, Ni, Cu, Fe, Mo, Mn, Pd, and Pt, and at least one impregnated metal in the zeolite being selected from the group consisting of Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Mo, Pd and Pt, and wherein the difference between the exchanged metal and the impregnated metal varies the temperature necessary to promote oxidation of the compounds and for a contact time sufficient to oxidize the compounds. The process reaction temperature can vary from about 100.degree. C. to about 650.degree. C. and the contact time can vary from about 0.01 to 20 seconds. Preferredly, the reaction temperature is from about 150.degree. C.

Abstract: An improved bar clamp has a slide bar with a first jaw and a second jaw, the jaws set in opposing relationship along the slide bar. The first jaw may be advanced towards the second jaw by a setting mechanism that is removably attachable to the first jaw. The setting mechanism for advancing the first jaw has a hand lever and hand grip that act in concert upon manual squeezing to step-by-step advance the first jaw. The improved bar clamp also has a jaw comprising a body portion, bent along its length at an obtuse angle, which divides the body portion into an upper portion and a lower portion. A protective pad is attached to the upper portion near the end thereof on the same side of the body portion as the obtuse angle.

Abstract: An apparatus for immobilizing and positioning the lower or inferior portion of the human for radiographic examination or treatment. The device consists of a framework made from a base board, a plurality of siderails, a foot board and a pair of leg support blocks. A foam mixture is applied to the upper surface of the baseboard and to the leg support blocks and the entire device is placed into a large flexible container or bag. A patient's inferior or lower body portion is placed on the device in a supine position with a leg support block supporting at least one of the legs. The patient remains in a fixed position while the foam mixture expands around the patient's body and the apparatus framework. After a brief period of time, the foam sets or hardens and a mold or template is formed. This mold serves to immobilize the lower portion of the body during radiographic examinations and treatment as well as other procedures.

Abstract: A non-destructive method for tensioning a cable under tension is described whereby the cable is contacted with an impact stimulus with a force transverse to the length of the cable thereby creating an incident vibrational wave in the cable and propagating the wave along the length of the cable. The propagating wave is sensed by a first accelerometer positioned on the cable which detects the passage and amplitude of the wave and creates electrical signals having a magnitude directly proportional to the amplitude of the wave. A second accelerometer which is positioned at a distance apart from the first accelerometer subsequently senses and detects the passage of the wave at the second accelerometer, also creating electrical signals having a magnitude directly proportional to the amplitude of the wave. The electrical signals from the accelerometers are received and processed to ultimately calculate the tension in the cable.

Abstract: Golf club of the metal wood type and club head therefor. The golf club comprises a metallic club head having a shaft-receiving bore, and a metallic shaft which is inserted into the bore. An insert, which is less hard than the shaft, is inserted into the upper end of the bore for cushioning the shaft from fracture. A shoulder is formed in the bore for positioning this insert. The shoulder may be formed by a counterbore or by a tubular sleeve which is inserted into the bore. The shaft extends through the insert and into the bore of the club head. The insert, which is positioned between the shaft and the wall of the bore or counterbore, cushions the shaft from stresses which tend to cause fracture of the shaft at the point at which it enters the club head.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for a pull tab opening mechanism utilized in container systems for easy opening and convenient manufacturing. The method and apparatus therefor comprising a base paper stock in which a pour hole is die cut. The paper stock being laminated with layers of aluminum foil and polyethylene which cover the die cut pour hole. A pull tab system adhered to the top of the laminated structure advantageously provides an opening mechanism which does not compromise the integrity of the container and is easily manufactured.

Abstract: A temperature measuring system is described which is activated in response to the occurrence of detecting a temperature greater than a predefined critical temperature which includes a transceiver which receives an incoming electromagnetic wave, a temperature sensing means, e.g. a gas thermometer to measure the temperature of the desired component, and an electromagnetically interrogatable transponder chip capable of selectively transitioning from an inactive state to an active state upon the temperature exceeding the predefined critical temperature. The transponder chip when in the active state, converts the electromagnetic wave to a surface acoustic wave which passes over the transponder chip and upon exiting from the transponder chip is reconverted to an electromagnetic wave which is slightly modified from the incoming electromagnetic wave.

Abstract: The invention provides an automatic powershifting vehicle transfer case comprising a housing supporting a rotatably driven input shaft, a first output shaft rotatably coupled to one of the front or rear axles of a vehicle, and a second output shaft rotatably coupled to the other of the front or rear axles. A first planetary gear set has a first high speed range operating position, where torque from the input shaft is transferred to one or both of the front or rear axles of the vehicle with no speed reduction from planetary operation. The first planetary gear set includes a sun gear connected to rotate with the input shaft, a ring gear, and pinion gears supported in a carrier, with the planetary gear set being drivingly coupled to at least one of the output shafts. A first clutch associated with the first planetary gear set provides a predetermined output drive ratio to one or both of the output shafts.

Abstract: A draw-bar coupling for a vehicle combination incorporates a sensor assembly for sensing the loads acting on the coupling in more than one plane, specifically two or three planes at right angles to each other.

Abstract: A portable beverage brewing device for brewing a single cup or other individual portion of a beverage in an automobile, boat, van, or other vehicle without distracting attention from driving or operating responsibilities. An anchored mounting base, a leveling plate and a clamp together support a coffee maker body in level position. The body includes a water reservoir, a brewing chamber, a drinking cup, and a drip cup or cupholder. A brewing chamber holds a prepackaged filter containing beverage precursor particles. A water reservoir is removable and resealable. A positive displacement pump, driven by a permanent magnet motor pumps water from the water reservoir through an electric heater to the brewing chamber. Operation of the motor and the pump commences only when water has been heated to a predetermined brewing temperature.

Abstract: A valve selectively dispenses noncompressible fluid from a pressurized source into a receptacle. The valve has a body with a valve spool slidingly retained in a hollow cylinder in the body. The ends of the body are communicated by an internal channel, the first end adapted to engage the source and the second end adapted to engage the receptacle. The hollow cylinder is an intermediate part of the internal channel. The valve spool has first and second enlarged portions that effectively divide the hollow cylinder into first and second noncommunicated chambers. When the valve spool is in a closed position, the first end is communicated only with the first chamber and the pressure of the fluid in the first chamber provides an outward biasing force on the valve spool, keeping it in the closed position.

Abstract: An illuminated lens case for containing a plurality of diagnostic or therapeutic lenses used in eye examination and treatment in a darkened room comprises a container having a bottom wall, at least one side wall, and a top wall enclosing an interior space. One wall may be pivotally mounted to the container and adapted to swing between open and closed positions. The lens case further comprises a pair of vertically spaced horizontal shelf-like members which together with a side wall form a channel for attaching the lens case to a table top. A partition may divide the interior space of the container into a lens chamber and a battery and circuitry chamber. The lens chamber may contain an electroluminescent lamp in strip form at the bottom, and a lens holder having the plurality of recesses for receiving lenses disposed above the lamp. The lens holder is preferably made of polyethylene foam, which is both shock absorbing and translucent so as to diffuse light from the light source.

Abstract: A class of hydrolytically stable bis(aralkylphenyl)pentaerythritol diphosphites is disclosed, which is suitable as an antioxidant additives in polyolefins, particularly, in polypropylene. The diphosphites are of low volatility, have a high thermal decomposition temperature and resist yellowing when blended into a polyolefin base. A preferred diphosphite is bis(2,4-dicumylphenyl)pentaerythritol diphosphite.