Abstract: A soil displacement pile includes a lead shaft having a lead end and a lead head. A lead soil displacement assembly is connected to the lead shaft. The lead soil displacement assembly includes a helical plate and a canister. The helical plate extends at least partially around the lead shaft. The canister includes an outer wall extending around the lead shaft defining an interior and an opening in the outer wall to permit the ingress of soil.

Abstract: This invention relates to a flame retardant epoxy resin composition which includes an epoxy resin structure having an epoxy functionality of 2 or more with a measured total heat release value of not more than 23 kJ/g as well as an organic phosphinic acid structure (in reacted or unreacted form), as well as a prepreg, and a fiber reinforced composite material prepared using the epoxy resin composition. More specifically, an epoxy resin composition is provided that contains a combination of particular types of epoxy resins and curatives that provide sufficient flame retardance when cured at 163° C. for 15 minutes. The epoxy resin systems are also suitable for preparing a fiber-reinforced composite material that will also provide sufficient flame retardance for a variety of applications.

Abstract: This invention relates to a flame retardant fiber-reinforced composite material based on an epoxy resin composition which includes at least one epoxy resin having an epoxy functionality of at least 2 as well as at least one organic phosphinic acid or derivative thereof (e.g., an organic phosphinic acid-modified epoxy resin), reinforced with a fiber having a thermal conductivity?3 W/m·K at room temperature, as well as a prepreg for making such a flame retardant fiber-reinforced composite material. More specifically, a composite material is provided that contains a combination of particular types of epoxy resins, curatives, and reinforcing fibers that provide sufficient flame retardance for thin-ply laminates when cured at 163° C. for 15 minutes. These cured composites are also suitable for a variety of applications requiring flame retardancy.

Abstract: A harvester or combine includes a folding corn head with a center section and folding wing sections. A folding row separator cover at the hinge location of the folding head sections folds to an angled position so that the folding action between the wings and the center section is not impaired. A single assembly actuates the folding of the row separator as well as locking and unlocking of the wing sections relative to the center frame section. A hydraulic cylinder actuates a main link that connects to the row separator cover and to a lock pin. Actuation of the hydraulic cylinder raises and lowers the cover and disengages and engages the locking pin.

Abstract: A benzoxazine resin composition for a fiber-reinforced composite material is provided which contains at least a component [A] having a peak reaction temperature and a component [B] having a peak reaction temperatures that may be within 50° C. of each other. Component [A] includes at least one multifunctional benzoxazine resin. Component [B] includes at least one cycloaliphatic epoxy resin represented by Formula (I): This benzoxazine resin composition is useful in the molding of fiber-reinforced composite materials. More particularly, it is possible to offer a benzoxazine resin composition for a fiber-reinforced composite material where the cured material obtained by heating having superior performance in extreme use environments, such as high temperature and high moisture.

Abstract: An epoxy resin composition for a fiber-reinforced composite material, containing at least components [A], [B], [C], [D], and [E], wherein the epoxy resin composition when cured has a glass transition temperature greater than 220° C. and a storage modulus, as defined by a specific method, less than 35 MPa, as determined from an elastic shear modulus measured at a temperature of at least 35° C. higher than the glass transition temperature, wherein the components [A], [B], [C], [D], and [E] are: [A] at least one naphthalene-based epoxy resin having an EEW between 190 and 260 g/mol; [B] at least one epoxy resin having a functionality of three or more; [C] at least one amine curing agent; [D] at least one latent acid catalyst; and [E] at least one cycloaliphatic epoxy resin. This epoxy resin composition is useful in the molding of fiber-reinforced composite materials.

Abstract: A portable device for slowing and disabling moving vehicles, which consists of a plurality of individual blocks carried on a portable mat. The blocks are coated with an adhesive that affixes the blocks to the tire treads of a vehicle rolling over the device. The weight of the blocks unbalances the vehicle tires and creates a severe vibration, which retards the vehicle speed without severely destabilizing the driver's control of the vehicle.

Abstract: A harvester or combine includes a folding corn head with a center section and folding wing sections. A folding row separator cover at the hinge location of the folding head sections folds to an angled position so that the folding action between the wings and the center section is not impaired. A single assembly actuates the folding of the row separator as well as locking and unlocking of the wing sections relative to the center frame section. A hydraulic cylinder actuates a main link that connects to the row separator cover and also to a lock pin. Actuation of the hydraulic cylinder pulls the extended end of the main link rearward and upward to raise the cover. The same motion also pulls the locking pin forward from engagement. Retraction of the hydraulic cylinder rod lowers the extended end of the frame of the main link and pulls the cover downward while also moving the lower portion of the main link rearward to engage the locking pin with the frame.

Abstract: An epoxy resin composition for a fiber-reinforced composite material, containing at least components [A], [B], [C], [D], and [E], wherein the epoxy resin composition when cured has a glass transition temperature greater than 220° C. and a storage modulus, as defined by a specific method, less than 35 MPa, as determined from an elastic shear modulus measured at a temperature of at least 35° C. higher than the glass transition temperature, wherein the components [A], [B], [C], [D], and [E] are: [A] at least one naphthalene-based epoxy resin having an EEW between 190 and 260 g/mol; [B] at least one epoxy resin having a functionality of three or more; [C] at least one amine curing agent; [D] at least one latent acid catalyst; and [E] at least one cycloaliphatic epoxy resin. This epoxy resin composition is useful in the molding of fiber-reinforced composite materials.

Abstract: A harvester or combine includes a folding corn head with a center section and folding wing sections. A folding row separator cover at the hinge location of the folding head sections folds to an angled position so that the folding action between the wings and the center section is not impaired. A single assembly actuates the folding of the row separator as well as locking and unlocking of the wing sections relative to the center frame section. A hydraulic cylinder actuates a main link that connects to the row separator cover and to a lock pin. Actuation of the hydraulic cylinder raises and lowers the cover and engages and disengages the locking pin.

Abstract: The embodiments herein relate to an epoxy resin composition containing a specific type of amine-based epoxy resin containing four epoxy groups per molecule, a prepreg, and a fiber-reinforced composite material. More specifically, the embodiments herein relate to an epoxy resin composition containing a combination of particular types of epoxy resin and curatives that provides high flexural modulus that is suitable for preparing a fiber-reinforced composite material capable of withstanding extreme use environments such as low-temperature environments and high-temperature moisture-absorbing environments. In addition, the embodiments herein relate to epoxy resin systems capable of achieving a high degree of cure (e.g., 85% or more) within a relatively short period of time (e.g., less than two hours) at a relatively low temperature (e.g., 132° C.).

Abstract: This invention relates to an epoxy resin composition for a fiber-reinforced composite material, which contains at least the following constituent components [A], [B], [C] and [D]: [A] at least one epoxy resin (other than a cycloaliphatic epoxy resin represented by formula (I)); [B] at least one amine curing agent [C] at least one latent add catalyst [D] at least one cycloaliphatic epoxy resin represented by formula (I), wherein Y is a single bond or represents a divalent structure having a molecular weight less than 45 g/mol This epoxy resin composition is useful in the molding of fiber-reinforced composite materials. More particularly, it is possible to offer an epoxy resin composition for a fiber-reinforced composite material where the cured material obtained by heating has a high level heat resistance and strength properties.

Abstract: A harvester or combine includes a folding corn head with a center section and folding wing sections. A folding row separator cover at the hinge location of the folding head sections folds to an angled position so that the folding action between the wings and the center section is not impaired. A single assembly actuates the folding of the row separator as well as locking and unlocking of the wing sections relative to the center frame section. A hydraulic cylinder actuates a main link that connects to the row separator cover and also to a lock pin. Actuation of the hydraulic cylinder pulls the extended end of the main link rearward and upward to raise the cover. The same motion also pulls the locking pin forward from engagement. Retraction of the hydraulic cylinder rod lowers the extended end of the frame of the main link and pulls the cover downward while also moving the lower portion of the main link rearward to engage the locking pin with the frame.

Abstract: A tensioner includes a base and an idler support assembly slidably retained on the base, the idler support assembly including a support element having a cam surface at a first end. A spring loaded handle assembly includes a tension bar rotatably mounted to the base, and a handle longitudinally adjustably mounted to the tension bar, an engagement element, and a biasing element intermediate the engagement element and the handle. The handle is assembly rotatable between a first position and a second position. The engagement element disengages the cam surface in the first position and the engagement element engages the cam surface in the second position.

Abstract: An information management system comprising a data comparison module, a local data storage, a remote data storage, a user interface for requesting information, optionally a communications module and optionally a criterion analyser to analyse one or more criteria and thereby enable creation of one or more suitable templates wherein: the data comparison module enables re-finement of information queries without the need to undertake one or more of rebuilding, re-categorizing or re-indexing the information; the communications module facilitates communication between participants in the system; one or more methodologies may be used to access the information depending on the context; and transfer of information between the remote data storage and local data storage is proactively managed according to one or more criteria.

Abstract: A tensioner includes a base and an idler support assembly slidably retained on the base, the idler support assembly including a support element having a cam surface at a first end. A spring loaded handle assembly includes a tension bar rotatably mounted to the base, and a handle longitudinally adjustably mounted to the tension bar, an engagement element, and a biasing element intermediate the engagement element and the handle. The handle is assembly rotatable between a first position and a second position. The engagement element disengages the cam surface in the first position and the engagement element engages the cam surface in the second position.

Abstract: A method of categorizing a brand comprising the steps of: (i) Collecting a brand-related search term from a user via an interface; (ii) Scanning a computer network (optionally the Internet) for data containing the brand; (iii) Scanning one or more pre-selected data sources for data containing the brand; (iv) Returning search results from the two said scanning steps; (v) Comparing the search results with a set of keywords associated with one or more predetermined categories; (vi) Suggesting one or more categories for the brand based on the results of the keyword search; (vii) Ranking the suggested categories in order of relevance to the brand;

Abstract: The cast saws embodying this invention include an ergonomic egg shaped saw body and a spiral cut blade, which eliminates the exposed circular blade of conventional cast saws. The spiral cut blade extends from the bottom of the saw body. The spiral cut blade is driven by an electric DC drive motor, which is housed within the saw body along with batteries and other electronics and wiring. A blade shield is pivotally mounted to the saw body, which covers the spiral cut blade when not in use. The shield pivots upward against the saw body as the cast saw moves over and cuts the cast from the patient. A guide assembly extends from the bottom of the saw body, which includes a thin neck part and a flat foot plate. The foot plate acts as a guide, which travels between the patient's skin and the inside layer of gauze of the cast. The foot plate also ensures that the spiral cut blade never contacts the patient's skin.