Abstract: A continuously variable transmission (CVT) clutch that includes a post, a fixed sheave, a moveable sheave and a peak torque limiter (PTL) is provided. The fixed sheave is rotationally mounted on the post. The fixed sheave is axially fixed in relation to the post. The moveable sheave is rotationally mounted on the post. The moveable sheave is configured to move axially on the post. The PTL operationally couples at least the moveable sheave to the post. The PTL is configured to slip when exposed to a torque over a set maximum toque threshold.

Abstract: A roller coaster vehicle is disclosed with seats that are mounted to a circular frame, and where the seats and the frame swing about a central horizontal axis passing between the seats, while the vehicle moves along a standard roller coaster track. The swinging or rotating of the seats with respect to the reference frame of the vehicle leads to a more intense riding experience. In a first preferred embodiment, the seats rotate passively in response to various gravitational and centripetal forces caused by the movement of the car along the track, but the seats could also be actively rotated by motors or other mechanical elements.

Abstract: Provided is an evaluation method of ductility of a grouted rock mass for advanced renovation of a water-sand mixture inrush prevention area including following steps: first, acquiring a spatial distribution law of cracks in overlying strata, and establishing a three-dimensional geological model and a grouted rock mass unit geological model; calculating rock mass quality standard of the target rock strata; performing compression tests on multiple groups of grouted consolidated bodies, and calculating an average value of strain softening indexes of the multiple groups of grouted consolidated bodies; selecting multiple groups of grouted target rock strata, and calculating an average value of unstable fracture ductility of the multiple groups of grouted target rock strata; finally, acquiring a permeability strength of the grouted rock mass, and calculating and grading an evaluation index of ductility of the grouted rock mass,

Abstract: A device has three single-pole modules and a chassis that can be connected to a busbar distribution system. The chassis has three input connections and three output connections, wherein each single-pole module has single-pole means for protecting against short-circuits and overloads and single-pole means for interrupting and establishing current, and wherein the input connections and output connections and the single-pole modules form three independent single-phase circuits.

Abstract: Formulations of substances comprising at least one RNA stabilizing substance and at least one substance comprising extracellular RNA or based on RNA and methods of using the formulations to improve the storage and use stability of substances comprising extracellular RNA or based on RNA at temperatures of 4° C. and above in solution without lyophilization.

Abstract: A method for anesthetizing a human patient undergoing surgery and/or pain block procedure, the method comprising sterilizing the patient's skin including a target region, the target region including a surgical site including the patient's spine; inserting at least one cryo-needle into a first tissue region, the cryo-needle having a distal end configured to cool surrounding patient tissue, the first tissue region comprising soft tissue superficial to the one or more vertebra and on a first lateral side of the patients spine; cooling the distal end of the cryo-needle to cause cooling of surrounding patient tissue thus inhibiting one or more sensory nerves in the surrounding patient tissue; thereafter, performing spinal surgery on the patient's spine at the surgical site; and, thereafter, performing an erector spinae plane block to further inhibit nerves post-operatively in the target region.

Abstract: A belt system including a belt having a free end, an opposed clamp end, and a plurality of teeth positioned along the free end of the belt. The buckle includes a latch that is actuatable between an engaged position and a retracted position. Wherein when the latch is in the engaged position, the latch is biased against the teeth to mechanically engage the teeth and secure the belt free end with the buckle. When the latch is in the retracted position, the latch is retracted from the teeth to permit removal of the belt free end from the buckle. The buckle also includes a clamp member to secure the belt clamp end to the buckle. The clamp member is positioned on the buckle such that the free end of the belt is substantially concealed by the clamp member and the clamp end of the belt when the free end is inserted through the buckle.

Abstract: An intelligent energy storage system, electrically connected to an external power source and a load, including a first energy storage device, a second energy storage device, at least one converter and a controller. The first energy storage device is adapted for storing electrical energy. The second energy storage device is electrically connected to the external power source and the load. The converter is electrically connected between the first and the second energy storage device. The controller is configured to detect at least one electrical property of the first or the second energy storage device to regulate an output voltage and current of the converter. In an energy storage mode, the external power source is used to charge the first energy storage device through the second energy storage device. In an energy transfer mode, the first energy storage device is used as power source to charge the second energy storage device.

Abstract: A modular enclosure system and method for repair of one or more leaks in a pipe. The modular enclosure system including a first enclosure portion configured to be disposed in a mated configuration to create a first enclosure around the pipe. Each enclosure includes a first void section configured to enclose a pipe section of the pipe. Sealant grooves extend along enclosure faces of each enclosure to seal the modular enclosure system. Each enclosure includes a sealant control system having a plurality of blocking members and configured to selectively block sealant injected in the sealant grooves. Each of the blocking members are positionable between a blocking position configured to block sealant flow in at least one of the sealant grooves and a non-blocking position.

Abstract: The invention relates to systems, methods, and devices for imparting energy from dipolar molecules to a circuit in a reactor using electric and magnetic fields. The method as disclosed increases the conductivity of the circuit using dipolar molecules and inducing nuclear fusion to produce heat. The result of the process is to deliver exceptional amounts of controllable energy in an efficient carbon-free manner using an abundant source.

Abstract: The invention relates to systems, methods, and devices for imparting energy from dipolar molecules to a circuit in a reactor using electric and magnetic fields. The method as disclosed increases the conductivity of the circuit using dipolar molecules and inducing nuclear fusion to produce heat. The result of the process is to deliver exceptional amounts of controllable energy in an efficient carbon-free manner using an abundant source.

Abstract: A hot bolt clamp and method for repairing a multi-bolt flange of a pipe. The clamp has enclosures that can be assembled around the multi-bolt flange. The clamp has a central opening extending through a first enclosure face and a second enclosure face for the pipe. The clamp includes a flange bolt cavities extending through the enclosure faces configured to enclose flange bolts and having a cutter channel connected to each flange bolt cavity. Restraint bolts extend through the enclosure face to restrain the multi-bolt flange. Flange bolts can be removed and replaced during the repair operation. A cutter tool apparatus can be extended through each cutter channel for use in removing stuck flange bolts. The clamp forms an injectable void around the multi-bolt flange that is injectable with sealant in the event of a loss of gasket integrity during the repair operation.

Abstract: A drive sheave assembly of a continuously variable transmission is provided. A fixed sheave of the assembly includes a central recess. A plurality of sheave ramps are located within the central recess. A one-way engagement collar is configured to rotate freely on an end portion of a sleeve when the sleeve rotates in a first direction and lock onto rotation of the sleeve when the sleeve rotates in a second direction. The one-way engagement collar further has a plurality of ramp pockets. A ramp member is received within each ramp pocket of the plurality of ramp pockets in the one-way engagement collar. Each ramp member is configured to engage an associated sheave ramp of the plurality of sheave ramps in the central recess of the fixed sheave and move the one-way engagement collar axially to engage a side of a belt when the sleeve rotates in the second direction.

Abstract: A drive sheave assembly of a continuously variable transmission is provided that includes a post, a fixed sheave, a movable sheave assembly, a sleeve and an engine braking assembly. The engine braking assembly includes an axial activation member, a one-way engagement member and a flange. The axial activation member is statically mounted within a central recess of the fixed sheave. The axial activation member is movably connected with the one-way engagement member. A central passage of the one-way engagement member is configured to engage a portion of the sleeve. The flange is coupled to the one-way engagement member to selectively engage a side of an endlessly looped member with axial movement of the one-way engagement member during an engine braking condition.

Abstract: A belt clip is adapted for storing a belt. The belt clip includes a first clip member and a second clip member that mechanically and removably attaches to the first clip member. The first clip member and the second clip member collectively form an elongated tunnel through which a belt can be looped.

Abstract: An electromagnetic emission shield for protecting a facility having a volume comprised of coal combustion residue. The shield includes a carbon-based material positioned inside an interior space of the coal combustion residue proximate to and interposed between a potential source of electromagnetic emission and the facility.