Abstract: A fail-safe automatic mains-electricity cutoff system and method for automatic disconnection from a mains service drop in the event of mains power outage or instability, and automatic reconnection after restoration of stable mains power, with indications of operational status through a unit display, an indicator light, and an RF communication link to a remote unit. A unit enclosure having a unit door and a ground bus houses the fail-safe automatic mains-electricity cutoff system which is installed on the mains service drop, below the electrical meter and above the main breaker panel or main service disconnect switch. Low-voltage DC power for system operation is supplied through a battery unit. Disconnection and connection to mains power is effected through a switching unit providing a mains-voltage sensor, a fail-safe switch and a fail-safe switch actuator. A premises-voltage sensor and current sensor can also be provided in embodiments.

Abstract: A helmet and suit apparatus comprising a helmet with a lens that is connected to a yoke, a neck dam, or other garment via a seal ring assembly. In some embodiments, the apparatus has an air control system permitting air flow into and out of the helmet and for maintaining positive air pressure in the helmet. In further embodiments, the air control system has a series of passages and lens ports that permit air flow on to the inside surface of the lens for anti-fogging purposes, as well as a series of head ports for cooling the wearer's head. The apparatus further comprises a communication system, accessory rails for mounting equipment, and attachment points in the inside of the helmet for receiving hard hats and chin straps as needed.

Abstract: Disclosed are a grouting pipe and a construction method of a desert water storage area. An isolation layer can be constructed in any desert area to form the water storage area. A plurality of anchoring claws are arranged between an inner pipe and an outer pipe of a pipe body. The anchoring claw has a grouting flow channel for grouting into surrounding sand grains. When the grouting pipe is being laid, the anchoring claw is folded. During grouting, an elastic bag structure supports the anchoring claw. The pipe body can be firmly anchored in the sand grains. Slurry sprayed out of the anchoring claw moves from the pipe body by a certain distance, with a wider flowing range in the sand grains, and can meet and condense with slurries of other drilled holes, which facilitates better formation of the isolation layer, so that the desert water storage area is formed.

Abstract: A process and an activation device (30) provides a user (B) activation of a drug measuring device (100). This drug measuring device includes an input unit (3), a testing unit (6) for testing given samples and an image recording device (12). The activation device (30) receives an activation image set (InB), which was generated by the drug measuring device or by a drug measuring device and at least one image (40, 40.1) from the image recording device. The received activation image set is checked as to meeting a predefined release criterion. For this the activation image set is compared with a predefined reference image set (35) for the user. If the release criterion is met, the drug measuring device is released for the user. An activation data set (32) for the user is completed by at least one image of the activation image set, which shows the user.

Abstract: A monitoring system (100) is provided for flight crew members (99), e.g., aviators, pilots, copilots or passengers, of airplanes or aircraft, e.g., airplanes or helicopters of the civil or military aviation, passenger planes in the scheduled or charter service, especially also ultrafast passenger planes. The monitoring system includes a sensor mechanism and a control unit configured to organize a procedure of a measurement-based monitoring of the gas composition of air, breathing air or breathing gases with the sensor mechanism in an airplane or aircraft, and to control or regulate the procedure. A measurement-based detection of gas concentrations is carried out with the sensor mechanism (60).

Abstract: Proposed is a method for setting a clearance of a disc brake for a motor vehicle, wherein the disc brake includes a brake caliper, a brake piston, a brake disc, brake pads, at least one drive unit, which is assigned to a brake pad and by which a restoring force can be applied to the assigned brake pad, and at least one sensor, which is assigned to the at least one brake pad coupled to the drive unit, wherein the method comprises determining a physical value of the brake pad, comparing the physical value with an assigned predefined limit value or a predefined limit-value range, and, if necessary the brake pad is adjusted by an assigned drive unit. Also proposed is a brake pad and a service brake for a motor vehicle.

Abstract: A structure exterior inspection system according to the present invention includes an image capturing unit including an imaging unit that captures an exterior image of a structure and a laser rangefinder that irradiates 3-point or more laser to a surface of the structure within a field of view of the imaging unit, an angle estimation module estimating an angle of the imaging unit with respect to a plane of the structure appearing in the image captured by the imaging unit, a quantification module quantifying a damaged area of the structure appearing in the image captured by the imaging unit, and a damage reading module reading a damage status of the structure appearing in the image captured by the imaging unit.

Abstract: A monitoring system (100) with an associated catalytic gas measuring device (72) is used in a breathing gas supply system in aircraft. During a coordinated operation of the monitoring system (100) and the catalytic gas collection device (72), quantities of breathing gas mixture (10) are supplied to the catalytic gas measuring device (72). The catalytic gas measuring device (72) is configured for metrological detection of a selected target gas with the aid of conversion factors (79).

Abstract: Example systems, methods, and apparatus are disclosed herein for a child car seat system implementing an ellipsoidal path. A child car seat system includes a base, a child seat, and an ellipsoidal path system. The ellipsoidal path system includes at least a track member, affixed to the base, and a carriage, affixed to the child seat. The carriage is configured to translate and rotate relative to the track member.

Abstract: A child seat configured to be secured to a car seat is provided. The child seat includes a base and a tensioning mechanism. The base includes a belt path configured to receive a belt. The tensioning mechanism is pivotably attached to the base. The tensioning mechanism is adjustable between a first configuration and a second configuration. In the first configuration, the tensioning mechanism is disposed adjacent to a portion of the belt. In the second configuration, the tensioning mechanism applies tension to the portion of the belt.

Abstract: Embodiments provide for improved determination of whether an audio protector is sufficiently fit to a wearer. By automatically performing the improved fit testing processes described, embodiments may warn users in circumstances where fit of their audio protector is dissatisfactory. Some embodiments include receiving external audio data and internal audio data including a filtered range of frequencies, generating comparative internal data by applying the internal audio data to an inverse attenuation model, identifying an audio processing mode based at least in part on the external audio data and/or the internal audio data, the audio processing mode associated with an audio comparison model, computing energy differential data by applying the comparative internal data and the external audio data to the audio comparison model; and determining a fit result based at least in part on the energy differential data.

Abstract: A detectable warning system comprising a mat substrate comprising a first acrylic material and a texture layer comprising a plurality of texture elements formed from a second acrylic material disposed on a top surface of the mat substrate. The mat substrate comprises a plurality of raised portions. The first acrylic material comprises an acrylic cement and an acrylic admix. The second acrylic material comprises the acrylic cement and the acrylic admix. The second acrylic material defines a plurality of texture elements on the mat substrate.

Abstract: An example operation may include one or more of receiving an audio file from a public safety answering point (PSAP), the audio file comprising a recording of a telephone call, converting the audio file into a text file that comprises a transcript of the telephone call, identifying a keyword within the text file that is associated with a topic, and transmitting a portion of the text file of the telephone call to one or more subscribers that have registered with the topic.

Abstract: A preparation method of a glove having a soft coating with high wear resistance and high anti-slip performance is provided, including: physically spraying a bio-based organic polymer material on a surface of a glove core coated with an impregnation latex, conducting pre-vulcanization and high-temperature vulcanization successively, washing with an alkali liquor, an acid liquor, and water successively, and oven-drying to obtain the glove having the soft coating with high wear resistance and high anti-slip performance. The present disclosure has the following advantages: The preparation method is simple and reliable, and can greatly increase anti-slip performance and wear resistance of a coating while providing a delicate sand surface effect for the coating. The glove of the present disclosure has excellent anti-slip performance, durability, and comfortability in oily environments and dry environments.

Abstract: A carbon dioxide absorber (1) and a closed-circuit breathing apparatus (2) with the carbon dioxide absorber are based on the carbon dioxide absorber having an inlet (3) and an outlet (4) gas-tight connectable by a flow duct (5), in which a material (6) is arranged, which absorbs some carbon dioxide contained in the breathing gas stream sent through the material. The flow duct (5) is enclosed in some areas by a housing (7), in which a window element (8) is arranged. A display element (9) arranged movably in the flow duct (5) is visible through the window element from outside of the housing and/or through which window element the radiation reflected by the display element (9) exits to the outside. A distance between the window element (8) and the display element (9) varies as a function of the quantity of carbon dioxide-absorbing material arranged in the flow duct (5).

Abstract: An energy absorber assembly for use with a ladder safety system operatively connected to a ladder comprises a cable connector, an energy absorber, and a bottom. The cable connector is configured and arranged to be operatively connected to a portion of a cable. The energy absorber is operatively connected to the cable connector and is configured and arranged to move from an expanded position toward a compressed position. The bottom is fixed relative to the ladder and is configured and arranged to support the energy absorber.

Abstract: A hydroponic system and method for growing plants. The system comprises one or more plant support structures, one or more housing membranes, and one or more frames. The one or more plant support structures hold plant matter and have one or more holes. The one or more housing membranes are air-permeable and water-resistant, house a solution and at least a portion of the one or more plant support structures, and have one or more openings in which at least a portion of the one or more plant support structures fit into. The one or more frames support the one or more housing membranes. Methods for growing plants are also provided.

Abstract: A button assembly for a telescopic hot stick is provided. The button assembly comprises a button housing, a button, and a fastener. The button housing defines a cavity and at least one groove, and the cavity has a bottom cavity surface. The button is disposed in the cavity and the button has a first end and a second end. The second end is configured to face the bottom cavity surface. The fastener is disposed within the at least one groove, and the fastener is positioned adjacent the second end of the button. The fastener is spaced apart from the second end to collectively define a gap between the second end and the fastener.

Abstract: A method and a system can automatically prioritize emergency calls based on health data. Such prioritization can be provided even when the call is placed by a person who has no idea of what has happened in the incident and cannot give many details about the health status of the parties involved.

Abstract: A camera module configured to interact with a fastening holder, the camera module comprising including an image-capturing apparatus provided with an objective and a connecting connector for the transmission of images; a protective casing provided with a protective wall placed facing the objective, and a rear wall opposite the protective wall and lying substantially in a rear plane; a connecting arrangement configured to interact with the fastening holder in a mounted position, the connecting arrangement including a device for blocking the fastening holder in mounted position and a guiding profile for connecting an external connector to the connecting connector, the blocking device and the guiding profile extending beyond the rear plane transversely to the rear plane and in a direction opposite to the protective wall.