Abstract: A method for producing a strainer dish for receiving medical objects to be disinfected or sterilized. A base surface is produced from a sheet metal blank in a first machining step. In a second machining step, the sheet metal blank or base surface is provided with holes to obtain a perforated starting shape. In a third machining step which takes place after the first and second machining steps, a perforated plane is produced, which can be divided into a flat inner section and an edge section. In a fourth machining step which takes place after the third machining step, a strainer dish shape is produced. The raw bottom corresponds to the flat inner section of the perforated plane. A fifth machining step, which takes place after the third machining step, at least partially produces a three-dimensionally structured bottom from the flat inner section.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a structure includes sensing activity in a workstation with at least one sensor. The method further includes transporting the structure to the workstation, engaging a telescoping platform with the structure, and releasing an access barrier after the engaging.

Abstract: A producing method of a bearing unit includes: a step of measuring torque of a first bearing unit under each of a plurality of load conditions during production of the first bearing unit; a step of determining a target value of each of a plurality of production parameters based on of a load-torque relationship obtained from measurement results of the torque; and a step of producing a second bearing unit on the basis of the target value of each of the plurality of production parameters.

Abstract: Methods and systems for integrating multiple portions of a container are provided. The method and system are specifically designed for integrating multiple shell portions with ear lobe-shaped tabs. The method comprises: providing a first set of retention structures to be associated with a plurality of inter-connecting features formed on an edge of a first shell part, wherein the first set of retention structures comprise at least a lead-in feature and a retention feature; providing a second set of retention structures to be associated with a plurality of inter-connecting features formed on an edge of a second shell part, wherein the second set of retention structures comprise at least a deflection feature and a retention feature; and engaging the two shell parts with aid of the retention structures.

Abstract: A pneumatic rust-removing tool includes a main body having a chamber and an opening at a front end of the chamber, an impact block reciprocatingly moveable back and forth in the chamber, a spring disposed in the chamber, a mount disposed in the chamber and located between the impact block and the spring, rust-removing needles disposed with the mount and extending through the opening, and a slide sleeve disposed to the main body in a way that the slide sleeve is moveable back and forth relative to the main body. The slide sleeve is provided with a plurality of through holes, through which the rust-removing needles extend respectively. As a result, the pneumatic rust-removing tool can quickly adjust the exposed lengths of the rust-removing needles to adapt to different operational scenarios, thereby enhancing work efficiency and reducing the economic burden on the user.

Abstract: A removal trough for a wire processing system receives wires processed by a wire processing machine of the wire processing system, wherein side walls of the removal trough each have one or more recesses and/or indentations formed therein for mechanical gripping of the wires in the removal trough by a gripping arm.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a method for fabricating a vapor chamber. The method includes positioning a capillary structure on a first cover, forming an accommodation space, a flow channel, and a plurality of posts on a first surface of a second cover, covering the first cover with the second cover, positioning the first cover and the second cover such that the plurality of posts are spaced apart from the capillary structure by a distance, and pressure welding the first cover and the second cover so as to form a chamber between the first cover and second cover and a passage connected to the chamber and to pressure weld the plurality of posts with the capillary structure.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method of generating a reduction coping includes receiving a digital model comprising a virtual preparation tooth, determining one or more virtual reduction regions on the virtual preparation tooth, and generating a virtual reduction coping comprising one or more exposed regions corresponding to the one or more virtual reduction regions. A method of generating a physical reduction coping includes receiving a 3D digital model of a virtual reduction coping and performing additive manufacturing to generate a physical reduction coping from the virtual reduction coping.

Abstract: A method is provided for fitting a snap fit arrangement, as well as a fitting arrangement for fitting the snap fit arrangement for joining a first part with a second part. The snap fit arrangement comprises an engagement hook which is arranged at the first part. The snap fit arrangement comprises a latch element which is arranged at the second part. When the snap fit arrangement closes, the engagement hook deforms elastically and engages into the latch element. In the method, an auxiliary tool is provided. The elastic deformation is caused in the engagement hook by means of the auxiliary tool. The first part is joined to the second part and retracting the auxiliary tool. Retracting causes a spring-back of the elastic deformation in the engagement hook.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus to quickly and securely fasten a tumbler cup to a spindle turner arm in a consistent and accurate manner. A spindle tumbler arm is inserted into a support body and contacts one or more cams. The cams move a plunger outward forcing a seal against a wall of an interior change securing turner arm against to the tumbler cup. Other embodiments include an expandable bladder placed into the tumbler cup; and a support attached via a threaded connection.

Abstract: A technical roll, in particular for paper manufacturing, having an elongated roll core and at least one first covering which is provided on the roll core, wherein an empty duct or conduit is provided, which is suitable for receiving a polymer fibre and extends over the length of the roll such that the polymer fibre can be introduced at one end of the empty duct. The application also relates to a technical roll having a polymer fibre, to a method for introducing the polymer fibre into an empty duct, and to the use of a polymer-based optical waveguide as a sensor in a technical roll.

Abstract: A spreader roll for a distributing device for granular material or fibers, the spreader roll having a load-bearing cylindrical core, and being rotatably mountable to a frame of the distributing device. At least part of the outer circumference of the core is provided with a plastics trimming fitted with bristles and/or pins, the plastics trimming being tubular and being non-destructively detachably mounted to the core and secured against rotation.

Abstract: A manufacturing method is provided. During this method, a preform component is provided for a turbine engine. The preform component includes a substrate. A meter section of a cooling aperture is formed in the substrate. An internal coating is applied onto a surface of the meter section. An external coating is applied over the substrate. A diffuser section of the cooling aperture is formed in the external coating and the substrate to provide the cooling aperture.

Abstract: The present invention provides a biological electrode including an electro-conductive base material and a living body contact layer formed on the electro-conductive base material; wherein the living body contact layer includes a resin layer and particles dispersed in the resin layer, the particles being coated with gold, silver, or platinum, and a thickness of the resin layer is equal to or thinner than an average particle size of the particles. The biological electrode of the present invention is superior in electric conductivity and biocompatibility, light in weight, and can be manufactured at low cost.

Abstract: A tape autoloading device includes a tape leading-end processing device, which forms the leading end of a carrier tape into a predetermined shape, and a transfer device, which carries the carrier tape in a first direction different from the tape longitudinal direction and transfers the carrier tape to the next step. Tape leading-end processing device includes a feeding device for conveying the carrier tape along a conveyance path formed in a groove in a guide member, a pressing device for pressing the upper surface of the carrier tape, and a cutting device for cutting the leading-end of the carrier tape. The transfer device includes a guide device for guiding the carrier tape having a leading end formed into a predetermined shape, a gripping device for gripping the leading end of the carrier tape, and a moving device for moving the carrier tape in the first direction.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a method and system for repairing a blade for a turbomachine that has been damaged due to foreign object impact. Machine learning algorithms are used to determine an amount of material to be removed from one or more damage locations and determine an amount of material addition to the damaged portion(s) and/or at other locations on the blade to keep the natural frequencies of the repaired blade within design limits during operation.

Abstract: A method of making a heat exchanger that includes sealing tubes to header slots and brazing the tubes to the header slots. The method further includes coupling a cover to the header to cover a liquid-side surface of the header and to cover ends of the tubes, and applying flux to an air-side surface of the header and to the tubes. Coupling the cover to the header is performed after sealing the tubes to the header slots and coupling the cover to the header is performed before applying flux to the air-side surface of the header and to the tubes. Applying flux is performed before brazing each of the tubes to the header slots and sealing each of the tubes to the header slot includes sealing a perimeter of each of the tubes to the header slot.

Abstract: A cannula-catheter bonding method and apparatus can include a needle having a specifically configured connector end to reduce the risk of the connector end disengaging with an adapter (e.g., a catheter, a cannula, or a connector of a Huber needle assembly, etc.). The specifically configured needle connector end can be a formation, such as a barb, a bead, an annular structure, a rib, etc. The formation can be formed on the connector end, and may be elongated with a conical shaped nose leading to a base with a bottom. The formation can be used to prevent movement of the needle relative to the adapter. A method for producing the formation can include forming a mold for the formation in a plate, where the connector end can then be placed within the mold so that curable material can be disposed within the mold. Upon hardening of the curable material, the formation can take the shape of at least a portion of the mold.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing a turbomachine compressor blade, comprising the following steps:—installing primary pins (26) comprising a material other than a titanium-based alloy in primary bores (20) of a core, the primary bores forming at least one polygon, and installing a secondary pin made of titanium-based alloy in a secondary bore of the core; —producing a stack (2) of a suction-face sheet (4), a core (14) and a pressure-face sheet (6); —compacting the stack; —removing the primary pins (26) from the primary bores (20); —removing the secondary pin from the secondary bore; and—taking the core (14) away from the stack.

Abstract: A system and method for securing an item. Custom connectors which only couple to a custom converter can secure an item, deter its theft, and prevent unauthorized access. The custom connectors have a custom head which has a custom void. The custom void has a unique shape which matches and couples with a custom converter. A custom converter allows the custom connector to be manipulated. If desired, subsequently, when the item is in a more secure location, conventional screws can replace the item.