Abstract: A knitted component with the function to expand its surface area in all directions due to the utility of the thread. The thread is comprised of an axial braided sleeve around a tensile plastic core thread.

Abstract: The present invention provides various modular hydroponic growing apparatuses, each having oppositely positioned slats or other compatible surfaces between which is defined an expandable growth channel, wherein at least one of the slats or other compatible surfaces are biased inwardly towards the opposing slat or other compatible surface via a biasing element.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for the binding of dust, comprising a binder reservoir, which provides liquid binder which is under pressure, a binder line which is connected to the binder reservoir, wherein there is connected to the binder line at least one spray nozzle which may be located in the vicinity of a dust source. The apparatus is in particular so designed that large areas, which may extend over distances of several 100 m, may be supplied with binder, which may also be discharged, with these dimensions, in pulses at short intervals (1 second up to a few minutes).

Abstract: A bird mister apparatus for attracting and cooling birds includes a base plate, a housing, and a reservoir within a housing inside configured to hold liquid that can be sealed and unsealed. A spout has a spout aperture extending through to the housing inside. A pump is coupled within the housing inside and is in fluid communication with the spout aperture. An inlet tube is coupled to the pump and is in fluid communication with the pump. A CPU is coupled within the housing inside and is in operational communication with the pump. A battery is in operational communication with the CPU and the pump. A power switch is in operational communication with the CPU to activate and alternatively deactivate the pump. A hanger is coupled to the housing to support the apparatus on a tree branch, a fence, or an awning.

Abstract: A trigger sprayer for connection to a container or liquid product which is to be dispensed is disclosed. The trigger sprayer includes a trigger body with a first engagement member and a nozzle with a second engagement member. The first engagement member is constructed and arranged to receive the second engagement member. The second engagement member is moveable relative to the first engagement member between a first position and a second position. Movement of the second engagement member relative to the first engagement member between the first and second positions encounters a region of increased resistance.

Abstract: An electronic toll data collection management system comprises a plurality of nodes, wherein at least one of the plurality of nodes is a toll collection point, wherein the toll collection point comprises: a computing system; and a receiver; wherein each of the plurality of nodes has access to a copy of a distributed ledger, wherein the processor of each of the plurality of nodes is configured to: utilize blockchain protocols to verify and record a transaction occurring within the distributed ledger; parse through the blockchain to locate the block containing the transmitted data from the transmitter, de-encrypt the block, and extract the data; and encrypt a new block indicating a debit to an account of an operator of a vehicle, wherein the account is identifiable through the transmitted data from the transmitter.

Abstract: An electronic toll data collection management system comprises a plurality of nodes, wherein at least one of the plurality of nodes is a toll collection point, wherein the toll collection point comprises: a computing system; and a camera; wherein each of the plurality of nodes has access to a copy of a distributed ledger, wherein the processor of each of the plurality of nodes is configured to: utilize blockchain protocols to verify and record a transaction occurring within the distributed ledger; parse through the blockchain; perform automated vehicle identification protocols on the extracted data to determine a license plate number of the vehicle in the one of the one or more images flagged by the computing system; and encrypt a new block indicating a debit to an account of an operator of a vehicle, wherein the account is identifiable by the license plate number.

Abstract: A powder center for supplying a powder coating facility with coating powder includes a powder reservoir container and a powder conveyor for transporting powder out of the powder reservoir container in the direction of the powder coating facility. Moreover, the powder center includes a container lid that covers the powder reservoir container while powder is being conveyed and can be removed at least partly for the purpose of cleaning the powder reservoir container. Moreover, a cleaning unit for cleaning the powder reservoir container that can be moved from a parking position next to the powder reservoir container into a cleaning position inside the powder reservoir container by a manipulator is provided. Moreover, the powder center includes a controller by which the powder conveyor, the cleaning unit, and the manipulator can be controlled.

Abstract: Disclosure is combined electrochemical impinging stream reaction apparatus with addition of ultrasonic of the invention and is used for illustrating the structure and the mutual position relationship of components of the apparatus. The combined electrochemical impinging stream reaction apparatus with addition of ultrasonic comprises a container frame to hold all the components, an electrocoagulation unit which is attached to the hopper type casing. The hopper type casing contains a conical filter arrangement. The combined electrochemical impinging stream reaction apparatus is configured for the removal of contaminants from water and wastewater.

Abstract: A siphon float system comprises a siphon pipe with which the intake is supported by its connection to a float with a batch reactor wherein the float maintains a constant siphon intake depth below the fluid surface of the batch reactor. One or more valves prevent reverse flow within the siphon pipe and control flow as desired based upon fluid levels within a batch reactor. One or more siphons connect to an outfall control structure designed to permanently keep the siphon pipe full of fluid and able to actively siphon fluid as desired.

Abstract: My invention is an improvement to a welding arc igniter. My invention periodically disables the arc igniter for one or more AC half-cycles. When the igniter skips an AC half-cycle, the welding arc may not ignite, so average weld heat is reduced. AC weld heat can be adjusted in real time, by varying the fraction of AC half-cycles that are skipped. AC polarity balance can be adjusted in real time, by preferentially skipping the electrode-positive or electrode-negative half-cycles.

Abstract: Described are riser assemblies suitable for use with fluid dispensers. The assemblies include a container partially circumscribing a reservoir configured to contain a pressurized fluid, the container having a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet disposed therethrough. The assemblies may further include a signal processor situateable outside the container that is configured to receive a signal. The signal processor may be operatively connectable to a control valve that is operatively connectable to the fluid dispenser. The control valve may be configured to selectively control expulsion of the fluid through the fluid dispenser in response to the signal received by the signal processor. Embodiments of the riser assemblies include a utility conduit disposed at least partially within the reservoir and configured to enable secondary use of a resource from within the riser assembly and/or to accommodate transport and securing of the riser assemblies for use.

Abstract: An autonomous lawn mower (100) and a system for navigating the same are disclosed. The autonomous lawn mower (100) comprises a mower body (102) having at least one motor (210) arranged to drive a cutting blade (212b) and to propel the mower body (102) on an operating surface via a wheel arrangement. The mower body (102) includes a navigation system (204) arranged to assist a controller (202) to control the operation of the mower body (102) within the predefined operating area (208). The system comprises a plurality of navigation modules (202), each arranged to obtain individual navigation information associated with the navigation of the autonomous mower (100). The navigation modules (202) operate to generate a virtual representation of the operation area (208) of the lawn mower (100) during an initialization mode, and the virtual representation of the operation area (208) is processed with the obtained navigation information during the operation of the lawn mower (100).

Abstract: A system and method for an autonomous lawn mower comprising a mower body having at least one motor arranged to drive a cutting blade and to propel the mower body on an operating surface via a wheel arrangement, wherein the mower body includes a navigation system arranged to assist a controller to control the operation of the mower body within a predefined operating area.

Abstract: A system and method for an autonomous lawn mower comprising a mower body having at least one motor arranged to drive a cutting blade and to propel the mower body on an operating surface via a wheel arrangement, wherein the mower body includes a navigation system arranged to assist a controller to control the operation of the mower body within a predefined operating area.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices for protecting a user head are provided. In one example, a computer-implemented method can comprise receiving, by a processor operatively coupled to a helmet device, helmet data comprising at least one of statistical data, statistical models, or natural intelligence algorithms. The computer-implemented method can also comprise inflating, by a gas delivery system of the helmet device, a pressure chamber element of the helmet device based on the helmet data. Furthermore, the computer-implemented method can comprise scanning, by a sensor system of the helmet device, surrounding environments of the helmet device for object data.

Abstract: A software process for controlling a configurable UAV that includes a plurality of databases of crop plants, herbicides, insecticides and weeds. An area is defined to be treated. Thereafter, a scout UAV with an on-board camera is flown over the pre-defined area. Images detected by the camera are compared with the crop, pest and weed databases to respectively identify the crop plants, insects, and weeds. The insects and weeds are then subjected to a spot blast of pesticide/herbicide to kill them. Thus, the process results in a more efficient application of treatment chemicals which leads to less adverse environmental impacts associated with the use of pesticides and herbicides.

Abstract: The inventive device disclosed in the present application is a shower that will clean itself, with rotating sprinkler heads throughout shower, at an independent time, or after receiving a voice command. In addition, the user will be able to use the voice activation feature control to set the water temperature, as well as set the water flow desired from the shower head. The starting point for water temperature and water flow for each independent user is programmed into a CPU, though during showering that temperature and water flow may be adjusted through voice commands or by interfacing with a controller. A green light on the controller indicates for the user that the desired temperature and water flow point have been reached.

Abstract: The multi-nozzle multi-container fluid spray device includes multiple, for example, three, containers. Each container may hold a different liquid which the user may dispense simultaneously, in a desired combination, or individually. The containers are connected to each other and to a spray handle and spray head in a reversible manner. The spray head includes multiple nozzles, with each nozzle being designed to independently turn on, off, or to dispense a liquid spray at a desired density of liquid particles. The multiple pumps and hoses may be housed within the spray head. Each of the hoses extends from a single pump into one of the containers. Each pump is designed to dispense a liquid from one of the containers through a single nozzle. If a nozzle is turned off, the pump connected to that nozzle does not dispense liquid from the container with which it is connected.

Abstract: A case for an industrial air blower provides noise-reducing foam baffles and vibration absorbing ductile mounting components, mitigating the substantial noise and vibration generated by the blower in operation. Configurable for use of the blower either as pressurized air supply or vacuum source, the case provides circulation of blower inlet air or vacuum outlet air around the blower motor, thereby aiding cooling of the blower motor, reducing the risk of overheating. When configured for use as a pressurized air supply, blower inlet air is heated by the blower motor, the blower thereby providing a heated pressurized air supply suitable for drying wet or water damaged surfaces. Embodiments provide caster wheels and handles for easy transport. Embodiments also provide a pressure relief valve or manometer cut-off to prevent blower overload from excessive pressure.