Abstract: A method of distinguishing, from a moving platform, stationary objects from moving objects. The method includes using a first detector mounted to the moving platform to obtain at least a first reading from a target area, advancing the moving platform relative to the target area and using a second detector mounted to said moving platform to obtain at least a second reading from said target area. Then, the method includes comparing said first and second readings for at least two different time intervals to distinguish moving objects from stationary objects.

Abstract: A coupling apparatus for releasably coupling a hydraulically activated work implement to a work vehicle includes an implement attachment device for attaching a work implement to a work vehicle, a first coupling assembly, and a second coupling assembly. The implement attachment device includes a forward side for facing the work implement and a rearward side for facing the work vehicle, first mounting members extending from the rearward side for mounting the implement attachment device to at least one boom arm of the work vehicle, and second mounting members for mounting the implement attachment device to the work implement. The first hydraulic coupling assembly extends from the rearward side, and includes a first coupler configured for fluid communication with a hydraulic power source on the work vehicle.

Abstract: A device to measure the amount of ultraviolet (UV) light transmitted through a water sample, relative to the amount of UV light transmitted through a sample of known UV transmittance, known as UV percent transmittance (UVT). A single UV sensor is used to measure the amount of UV light transmitted through the blank sample and through the water sample under test. In order to maintain accuracy, compensation must be made for fluctuations or drift in the UV lamp output which is common in UV lamps and due primarily to changes in temperature and imperfections in the lamp. The UV sensor measures the amount of light being emitted by the lamp at the times before and/or after the UV sensor measures the amount of UV light transmitted through the blank and water samples. A microprocessor computes the UVT while using the detector readings to compensate the calculated UVT for any drift and fluctuations in the UV lamp output.

Abstract: A non-cellulose based deformable substrate having at least one fold line is configured to be able to be directly mounted on a frame or included in a publication. The substrate is configured to reduce the propagation of stress along the at least one fold line.

Abstract: A means of digitizing the topography of an art work is disclosed. A means of reproducing said art work and the related apparatus are also disclosed. The art reproduction process disclosed employs a thin sheet of thermoformable plastic onto which a permanent image of an art work has been created and which is heated prior to either a dot matrix print head, a daisy wheel print head, or both being employed to apply mechanical force to said thin sheet of thermoformable plastic sheet so as to create an accurate three-dimensional relief reproduction of an original artwork.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to protective covers for satellite dishes having a dish reflector body including a front concave face, a rear convex face and a rim portion disposed between the front and rear faces thereof. The protective cover has a substantially rigid, cover body shaped to conform to, and fit over, the front concave face of the satellite dish. The cover body has a body wall constructed from a transparent material. The body wall has a front concave surface, an opposed rear convex face and a peripheral flange disposed therebetween. The peripheral flange extends about the cover body, rearwardly and away from the front concave face of the body wall. The protective cover further includes visual indicia carried on the rear convex face of the body wall. The visual indicia are protected by, and visible from behind, the body wall.

Abstract: A plastic or metal substrate is included in a publication.

Abstract: A method of labeling a distributable comprises (a) providing a plastic substrate; (b) providing a substantially two dimensional image of a label on the plastic substrate; (c) providing a topographical texture corresponding to at least one feature of the two dimensional image, such that the at least one feature of the image varies in a third dimension, orthogonal to the two dimensions of the image; and, (d) attaching the plastic substrate to an outer surface of the distributable. A label for a distributable is also provided.

Abstract: A container assembly comprises a plastic substrate, at least a portion of which has a textured image, the textured image comprising a substantially two-dimensional image and, a topographical texture aligned with the two dimensional image wherein the topographical texture corresponds to at least one feature of the two dimensional image. The container assembly is configured for assembly to provide a container. A method of manufacturing the container is also provided.

Abstract: A printed publication is produced having at least two sections which are separable one from the other by tearing along a weakened region along the spine. Each section preferably has pages produced by a web based printing system with edges thereof secured to the adhesive binding. Interior covers are provided between adjacent sections with a removable insert intermediate the interior covers. Removal of the insert assist in appropriate tearing of the publication between sections to physically separate one section from the other. A method of manufacture of this publication is also disclosed.

Abstract: A terrarium adapted to be immersed in an aquarium containing water, the terrarium comprising a shaft means having a first end and second end and a receptacle defining at least one wall, the at least one wall having a length, presenting at least one opening, an air exhaust and an interior wherein the receptacle is connected to the shaft means at the first end wherein the shaft means at the second end is adapted to anchor the receptacle in the aquarium and wherein the interior of the receptacle is adapted to receive air from an air supply means so as to define a dry zone in the interior.

Abstract: A dispensing utensil comprises a body extending between a front end and a back end, and having a handle and a substance-holding end portion having a width and a length. A substance pushing member is for removing substance from the substance-holding end portion of the body. An arm has a front end and a back end, and is connected adjacent the front end to the substance pushing member and is connected adjacent the back end to the handle. The substance pushing member is movable along the substance-holding end portion between a rest position and a dispensing position. The distance between the rest position and the flexed dispensing position comprises a substantial portion of the substance-holding end portion.

Abstract: A detecting device for detecting moving target vehicles from a moving host vehicle, comprising a first detector means mounted to the host vehicle and aligned to a stationary target area for generating at least a first output representative of the stationary target area at least at a time T1, a second detector means mounted to the host vehicle and aligned to the stationary target area for generating at least a second output representative of the stationary target area at least at a time T2, and a control system to receive the first and second outputs and to compare the first output at T1 to the second output at T2 to identify any differences between the outputs, whereby a target vehicle moving in the stationary target area may be detected.

Abstract: The invention provides a paneling system primarily for elevator cabs, utilizing a plurality of decorative panels each of which is provided with a kerf extending into the panel from at least one edge thereof and a rabbet portion cut into a rear surface from the same edge as contains the kerf. A fitment member has a central web portion, a pair of rearmost flanges extending laterally from one end of the web portion and a pair of second flanges extending laterally from the web portion but spaced from the rearmost flanges. One of the second flanges will have tight fit in a kerf of one panel while a corresponding rearmost flange will fit within the rabbet portion of that panel. A second panel can then be registered with the other rearmost and second flanges of the fitment member, joining or interlocking the two panels together. The web portion can have its outer end flush with the outer surfaces of the panels or projecting therebeyond.