Abstract: An integrated electroluminescent display (DCEL), in which the DCEL (11) is integrated into the substrate board (10), such as, for example, a printed circuit board, which carries associated electronic components (12), such as, for example, those which would make up a control circuit, the DCEL displaying pertinent information for the control circuit. The bottom electrode (13) for the DCEL can be copper foil, which is etched at the same time as the rest of the foil pattern (13A) used to electrically interconnect the control components (12) of the overall control circuit during the making of the printed circuit board. Thereafter, the phosphor layer (14) is printed onto the associated copper foil segments, and, finally, a glass (15), which has on its inner surface an appropriate pattern of tin oxide (16), is placed on top of the phosphor depositions.

Abstract: In a co-rotating scroll apparatus wherein one scroll is a drive scroll and the other scroll is an idler scroll, an axial pressure balancing mechanism and means for discharge pressure balancing is disclosed. The drive scroll wrap is provided with an end plate having a plurality of extension members extending thereform. The extension members extend through corresponding slots in an Oldham coupling ring to drive the idler scroll in relative orbital rotation. The extension members further extend through clearance slots in the end plate of the idler scroll to secure a compression plate and spring biasing the end plate of the idler scroll toward the drive scroll to provide improved axial compliance between the scrolls. Means for axial pressure balancing of the idler scroll shaft and the drive scroll drive shaft are disclosed. The apparatus also includes axial thrust bearings for preventing axial oscillations of the drive and idler scrolls.

Abstract: A mounting assembly to couple a water tank to a water closet is disclosed. The mounting assembly includes a threaded bolt, tubular elastomeric seal member and fastening means. The elastomeric member has centering ribs formed around its outer surface, a flanged head at one end and the other end is bifurcated. When the bolt is inserted therethrough, the elastomeric member expands in the tank mounting opening and the bifurcated end diverges to form a pair of latching tabs to prevent removal of the elastomeric seal member and bolt from the tank mounting opening.

Abstract: A continuous-wave stabilizing apparatus wherein laser output power is stabilized by a feedback control of a voltage applied to an auxiliary electrode installed between an anode and a cathode depending on fluctuation of laser output power.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel amorphous metal alloy composition which reversibly stores hydrogen and is useful as the hydrogen storage electrode in an energy storage device. The amorphous metal alloy is made up of at least three elements with at least one element of Ag, Hg, or Pt; at least one element of Pb, Cu, Cr, Mo, W, Ni, Al, Co, Fe, Zn, Cd, Ru or Mn: and at least one element of Ca, Mg, Ti, Zr, Hf, Nb, V or Ta.

Abstract: Graphite composite articles comprising a graphite structure formed from a porous graphite material and an impregnant selected from the group consisting of glass precursors and ceramic precursors, filling the pores and coating the surface of the structure. The present invention also provides a process for the manufacture of graphite composites comprising the steps of infiltrating a porous graphite structure with a material selected from the group consisting of glass precursors and ceramic precursors and subsequently converting the precursor to a glass or a ceramic respectively.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of making a tri- or tetrahydrocarbylammonium hexahydroxyantimonate,[R.sub.3 R'N]Sb(OH).sub.6.xH.sub.2 O formula (1)containing 3 to 30 C atoms, which process comprises the steps of (1) contacting a compound selected fromR.sub.3 N and R.sub.4 NOHwith the H.sup.+ form of a solid cation exchange resin, and allowing the amine or the tetrahydrocarbylammonium hydroxide to react with the cation exchange resin, and thereafter (2) contacting the reacted resin with an aqueous solution of KSb(OH).sub.6,wherein each R contains 1-10 C atoms and is independently selected from alkyl, aralkyl and alkylaralkyl, R' is H or R, and wherein x is an indeterminate number of moles of H.sub.2 O.

Abstract: Antimony-promoted bismuth cerium molybdate catalysts are promoted with additional elements.

Abstract: A flush tank, having a vertically extending wall positioned between the two vertical side walls to provide a first chamber which is filled with flush water and a second chamber which houses a removable washing means, is disclosed. The washing means is operatively coupled to water supply for the toilet and includes manually operated valve means to regulate the flow of wash water to cleanse the toilet bowl as needed.

Abstract: Reusable, launderable, sterilizable medical barrier fabric or instrument wrap tightly woven from 100% polyester fiber constructed of polyester yarn of from 50 to 150 denier, the sum of the ends and picks of at least 100 per linear inch, is treated with a flame-resistant, water repellent, antimicrobial finish. Medical wraps, garments and like sterilizable articles constructed of this fabric retain their desirable properties after repeated institutional launderings and/or steam sterilizations.

Abstract: Polymeric affinity membranes comprise a precursor filtration membrane and a plurality of reaction sites provided on the surface of the membrane selective to binding a specific biological material. A process for the preparation of such affinity membranes includes the steps of providing a copolymer compatible with a water insoluble polymer matrix and having a plurality of hydroxyl groups, activating the hydroxyl groups and a compound selected from the group consisting of organic compounds reactive with a hydroxyl group in the presence of water miscible solvent to provide a derivatized copolymer containing active adducts, forming a solution of the derivatized copolymer and the polymer matrix to form a polymer blend solution, casting the polymer blend solution and, quenching the cast polymer blend solution in water.

Abstract: An assembly is provided for the prevention of scalding in showers and other such installations. The assembly includes a valve assembly within a mixed water supply line and a temperature sensitive element for controlling the operation of the valve assembly. The valve assembly is preferably designed to allow some leakage when in the closed position.

Abstract: A gasketless air damper includes a cylindrical sleeve having an inwardly protruding integral seal ridge. A circular blade damper disposed for rotation in the sleeve has integral oppositely oriented edge seals that aerodynamically interact with airflow through the damper and which, in a closed position, provide for a tight gasketless seal between the damper blade and the seal ridge integrally formed in the damper sleeve.

Abstract: A glass reveal molding having a C-shaped clamping portion which applies a substantially even pressure on the windshield is disclosed. The equalized pressure of the clamping portion will substantially eliminate gapping around the radius and retain the molding on the windshield without gapping or rolling on the molding. The molding may include a mechanism to enable increased bonding area of the molding and the windshield. Also, the molding may include a metallic strip with one or more fingers forming one of the legs of the C-shaped retaining member. Also, a member to secure the molding onto the vehicle body may be included with the molding.

Abstract: Disclosed is the reaction of propane and isobutane with O.sub.2 and NH.sub.3 to make .alpha.,.beta.-unsaturated nitriles and olefins, using certain complex metal oxide catalyst compositions and an excess of the paraffin over both the O.sub.2 and the NH.sub.3. Also disclosed are suitable catalyst compositions for such reactions.

Abstract: A slip or casting composition useful in molding or sheet casting comprising:a mixture of inorganic particulate material, an organic solvent and a dispersant for said particulate material having the structure set forth below: ##STR1## where R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 are linear or branched hydrocarbon chains, where no more than one of the R Groups is CH.sub.3 and the remaining R groups are each at least 6 to 30 carbon atoms long;Y is selected from the group consisting of (CH.sub.2).sub.n where n=1 to 10 and ##STR2## where m=1 to 5; and X is selected from the group consisting of COO-, SO.sub.3 -, PO.sub.3 -.

Abstract: A low-profile keyboard switch having an improved guide structure for guiding the vertical motion of the keys. Each key assembly comprises a guide member and a key including a keypad, a downwardly projecting central plunger and a downwardly projecting leg or skirt, the inner dimension of the leg or skirt being greater than the outer dimension of the guide member. The guide member is provided with a generally horizontal central opening adapted to receive the plunger and generally vertical peripheral walls which serve as a bearing surface for slide cams which project inwardly from the inner surface of the leg or skirt. Together the contact between the key, the central opening and the peripheral walls assure a vertical orientation for the key and a reduced resistance to key motion.

Abstract: Two variable position supply air valves, one for modulating warm airflow to a comfort zone and the other for modulating cool airflow, each have a constant intermediate open position to provide at least a desired minimum airflow, and both can be controlled so that only one valve is open at any one time to minimize any mixing of the airstreams. Potentiometers are used to adjust the intermediate open position of each valve and to adjust at least one valve's relationship of valve opening to zone temperature.

Abstract: An apparatus for lapping of ophthalmic lenses has a spherical bearing for supporting a rod, one end of which carries a lapping tool. The spherical bearing has a race and ball through which the rod is fixedly secured. The ball has a generally vertically extending channel facing the race and the race has a guide pin which slidably extends into the channel thus allowing the ball free pivotal but not free rotational movement with respect to the race.

Abstract: A hydraulic mounting device for resiliently supporting an engine on a frame includes a support bracket for attachment to a vehicle frame and a cord insert for attachment to an engine. A first chamber and second chamber is formed therein. A partition separates the first and second chamber. The partition includes a first aperture to allow fluid flow between the first and second chamber. The partition also includes a third chamber formed between the first and second chamber and a second aperture in the third chamber to allow fluid flow between the first and second and third chamber.