Abstract: The booth has a base and a table is pivotably connected to the base. The table is movable from a stored positioned adjacent the base an in-use position where the table is positioned substantially perpendicular to the base. At least one bench is pivotably connected to the base. The at least one bench is movable from a stored position adjacent the base, an in-use position that is substantially perpendicular to the base. A support leg is pivotably connected to the table and to the at least one bench. The support leg is disposed to extend in a direction perpendicular to the table and the at least one bench when the table and at least one bench are in the in-use position.

Abstract: A respirator mask wearable by a wearer for protecting the wearer against inhalation of noxious agents (e.g., chemical agents, biological agents, radiological agents, and/or other poisonous or otherwise harmful agents that can cause disease, injury or death), such as a CBRN mask, may be configured to enhance protection of the wearer (e.g., by providing ballistic protection in addition to protecting against noxious agent inhalation) while reducing a burden on the wearer, such as by reducing respiratory resistance, improving visibility, and/or facilitating use of the mask (e.g., connection or disconnection of a filter, conduit, or other air-providing device to or from a breathing interface of the mask).

Abstract: The booth has a base and a table is pivotably connected to the base. The table is movable from a stored positioned adjacent the base an in-use position where the table is positioned substantially perpendicular to the base. At least one bench is pivotably connected to the base. The at least one bench is movable from a stored position adjacent the base, an in-use position that is substantially perpendicular to the base. A support leg is pivotably connected to the table and to the at least one bench. The support leg is disposed to extend in a direction perpendicular to the table and the at least one bench when the table and at least one bench are in the in-use position.

Abstract: An automated process for parametric modeling for automating the parametrization process to build a parametric model from CAD or un-parameterized CAE data. The automated process for parametric modeling generally includes automation of the parameterization process to build a parameterized computer-aided-engineering model from computer-aided-design data. The automated process may include a given set of rules and templates for geometric feature identification. The automated process is adapted to automatically generate all parameters necessary for efficient modifications to various elements, such as geometric features, of the parametric model.

Abstract: An automated modelling system for automatically and quickly creating computer-aided-engineering model of body in white structures such as members, braces, and joints based on limited inputs from a user. The automated modelling system generally includes a computer system which receives various inputs from the user, including but not limited to trajectories, axis along height, any base components, height, width, angle, size, radius, thickness, and the like. Using these inputs, the computer system will automatically create the desired elements, such as members, braces, or joints, based on user inputs. The computer system may also adjust existing elements, mesh elements, and parameterize elements based on user inputs received via an interface displayed on the computer system.

Abstract: An article of personal protective equipment, such as a protective glove, headgear, footwear, suit, or other protective device, wearable by a wearer for protecting the wearer against noxious agents, such as an article of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) personal protective equipment. The article of personal protective equipment may comprise a plurality of regions that cover different parts of the wearer's body and have different properties, such as different levels of protection against noxious agents, breath ability, heat loss capability, dexterity, tactility, stretchability, and/or another function.

Abstract: A convenience interface device is provided for personnel to access devices that reside inside an enclosure without opening the enclosure door. The convenience interface device includes a housing, a cover assembly comprising a cover and a cover receiving frame operatively connected to the housing, a first metal insert and a first magnet for magnetically connecting together, one of the first metal insert and the first magnet on one of the cover or the receiving frame and the other of the first metal insert and the first magnet on the other of the cover or the receiving frame, and a second metal insert and a second magnet for magnetically connecting together, one of the second metal insert and the second magnet on one of the cover or the receiving frame and the other of the second metal insert and the second magnet on the other of the cover or the receiving frame. The housing passes through an opening in the enclosure door and includes inside and outside outlet faces.

Abstract: A respirator mask wearable by a wearer for protecting the wearer against inhalation of noxious agents (e.g., chemical agents, biological agents, radiological agents, and/or other poisonous or otherwise harmful agents that can cause disease, injury or death), such as a CBRN mask, may be configured to enhance protection of the wearer (e.g., by providing ballistic protection in addition to protecting against noxious agent inhalation) while reducing a burden on the wearer, such as by reducing respiratory resistance, improving visibility, and/or facilitating use of the mask (e.g., connection or disconnection of a filter, conduit, or other air-providing device to or from a breathing interface of the mask).

Abstract: An electrical safety monitoring system is provided. The system includes an analog circuit having line inputs for hardwiring an L1, an L2, an L3, and a GND three-phase connections, the analog circuit configured to monitor if voltage exists between any two of the line inputs, a heartbeat circuit electrically connected to the analog circuit to provide a heartbeat signal indicative of voltage present on any of the line inputs, an isolated voltage source electrically connected to the heartbeat circuit to power the heartbeat circuit with a VDC+ and a VDC?, and a logic circuit in operative communication with the heartbeat circuit for monitoring input from the heartbeat circuit and decoding the input from the heart beat circuit. The isolated voltage source may be supplied by a programmable logic controller (PLC) and the logic circuit may be implemented within the same PLC as a function block.

Abstract: A convenience interface device is provided for personnel to access devices that reside inside an enclosure without opening the enclosure door. The convenience interface device includes a housing, a cover assembly comprising a cover and a cover receiving frame operatively connected to the housing, a first metal insert and a first magnet for magnetically connecting together, one of the first metal insert and the first magnet on one of the cover or the receiving frame and the other of the first metal insert and the first magnet on the other of the cover or the receiving frame, and a second metal insert and a second magnet for magnetically connecting together, one of the second metal insert and the second magnet on one of the cover or the receiving frame and the other of the second metal insert and the second magnet on the other of the cover or the receiving frame.

Abstract: A self-retaining, recessed seal for reception in an open top groove, where the groove is neither configured for seal retention (e.g., convergent side walls), nor provided with seal retention features such as flanges, projections, etc. No adhesives are required, enabling the seal to be easily removed for cleaning, etc. The self-retaining seal has a bottom structure with lateral extensions, wider than the groove, with upwardly angled surfaces at the edges and portions that extend upward when compressed laterally by the walls of the groove. Side walls of the seal extend upward from the bottom structure and are slightly narrower than the groove, to avoid or minimize contact with the groove side walls when the seal is inflated. The configuration enables relatively easy installation of the seal but effectively prevents the seal from “walking” out of the groove over time, with repeated cycles of inflation and deflation.

Abstract: A method for designing a main body of a trailer, trailer chassis, or like transportable load-supporting system includes selecting a known design of a transportable load-supporting system's main frame. The method includes developing a monocoque main beam having moments of inertia that are respectively greater than or substantially equal to the moments of inertia of the known main frame. Deflections of the known main frame and of the monocoque main beam in response to application of a torsional load, a vertical load, and a lateral load are then determined. Cross-members can be added to the monocoque main beam until the deflection of the monocoque main beam is less than or substantially the same as the deflection of the known main frame. A monocoque main beam designed according to the method is also disclosed.

Abstract: A system and method for morphing a design element which precisely and efficiently morphs a design element within a data file to new target parameters by changing its general proportions, dimensions or shape. The present invention is generally a computer software program which loads an existing data file which includes one or more design elements, such as parts or an assembly of parts, and then automatically morphs the design element's dimensions, proportions and/or shapes to meet target parameters input by a user. The present invention will create several groups of points corresponding to each surface and associated bounding curves of the existing design. It will then morph each group into a new shape as per the input requirements by the user, fit the morphed group into an infinite surface, create boundary curves for each morphed group and then trim the infinite surface to create the new, morphed design element.

Abstract: An intermodal container includes a supporting frame having a rectangular base; a first pair of upright posts extending upwardly from the rectangular base; and a first cross-beam coupling the first pair of upright posts. A second pair of upright posts extends upwardly from the rectangular base proximate an opposite end thereof, and a second cross-beam couples the second pair of upright posts. A longitudinally extending connector beam has a first end coupled to the first cross-beam, and a second end coupled to the second cross-beam. The intermodal container further includes a plurality of panels, and each panel is made of fiber reinforced plastic and insulation foam that have been integrally molded together. The panels are coupled to the supporting frame and serve as side walls, end wall, roof, and floor of the container. A method for constructing an intermodal container is also disclosed.

Abstract: A system and method for morphing a design element which precisely and efficiently morphs a design element within a data file to new target parameters by changing its general proportions, dimensions or shape. The present invention is generally a computer software program which loads an existing data file which includes one or more design elements, such as parts or an assembly of parts, and then automatically morphs the design element's dimensions, proportions and/or shapes to meet target parameters input by a user. The present invention will create several groups of points corresponding to each surface and associated bounding curves of the existing design. It will then morph each group into a new shape as per the input requirements by the user, fit the morphed group into an infinite surface, create boundary curves for each morphed group and then trim the infinite surface to create the new, morphed design element.

Abstract: A system for transporting cargo includes a cargo deck and a dunnage device for securing a load to the cargo deck. The dunnage device includes an elongated tubular body having an interior space. A transverse wall is positioned within the interior space of the tubular body. The elongated tubular body is adapted to be positioned on the cargo deck.

Abstract: A twistlock assembly includes a twistlock having a housing extending along a twistlock axis. A pin is coupled to the housing at a location lateral to the twistlock axis and extends along a pin axis. A pin supporting member is arranged coaxially with the pin, which is slideable along the pin axis with respect to the supporting member. The supporting member is coupled to a shipping unit proximate a female fitment having an aperture. By sliding the pin along the pin axis and rotating the twistlock around the pin axis, the twistlock is moved from a use position in which the twistlock axis is aligned with the aperture and the twistlock is seated on the fitment, to a stowed position in which the twistlock axis is located laterally with respect to the aperture and the twistlock is coupled to the shipping unit by way of the pin and supporting member.

Abstract: A method for designing a main body of a trailer, trailer chassis, or like transportable load-supporting system includes selecting a known design of a transportable load-supporting system's main frame. The method includes developing a monocoque main beam having moments of inertia that are respectively greater than or substantially equal to the moments of inertia of the known main frame. Deflections of the known main frame and of the monocoque main beam in response to application of a torsional load, a vertical load, and a lateral load are then determined. Cross-members can be added to the monocoque main beam until the deflection of the monocoque main beam is less than or substantially the same as the deflection of the known main frame. A monocoque main beam designed according to the method is also disclosed.

Abstract: A twistlock assembly includes a twistlock having a housing extending along, a twistlock axis. A pin is coupled to the housing at a location lateral to the twistlock axis and extends along a pin axis. A pin supporting member is arranged coaxially with the pin, which is slideable along the pin axis with respect to the supporting member. The supporting member is coupled to a shipping unit proximate a female fitment having an aperture. By sliding the pin along the pin axis and rotating the twistlock around the pin axis, the twistlock is moved from a use position in which the twistlock axis is aligned with the aperture and the twistlock is seated on the fitment, to a stowed position in which the twistlock axis is located laterally with respect to the aperture and the twistlock is coupled to the shipping unit by way of the pin and supporting member.