Abstract: A light valve that switches light does so by enabling and disabling total internal reflection (TIR) on a surface of the light valve. The disabling of the TIR is accomplished by putting another optical element in contact with the surface and then diffusing or changing the direction of the light. These valves may be used in an array for a projection system or one at a time. The mechanical mechanism to move the optical element is a simple in that it only moves the optical element a small distance to change the valve from an on position to an off position.

Abstract: A process and apparatus for sensing gas concentration in a gas stream involves producing a succession of difference values representing differences between successive sample values of a succession of sample values representing instantaneous reflectance of light from a compound produced by reacting a reagent with the gas being sensed and producing a gas concentration value in response to a maximum difference value of the succession of difference values.

Abstract: A clamping device to hang lighting fixtures includes a hinge mechanism that enables the device to be folded out of the way for storage or for floor or ground use. The clamping device may include foot pads to add stability to the support of the lighting fixture. A curved portion of the main body of the device allows the clamp to secure lighting fixtures to an overhead pipe or rail.

Abstract: Described is a method of sanitizing animal carcasses using aqueous streams having an antimicrobial composition added to the stream. Preferably, the antimicrobial composition includes a mixture of one or more carboxylic acids having up to 18 carbon atoms and one or more peroxycarboxylic acids having up to 12 carbon atoms, preferably a mixture of a C2-C4 peroxycarboxylic acid and a C8-C12 peroxycarboxylic acid. Also described is a novel antimicrobial composition adapted for sanitizing animal carcasses containing a mixture of one or more C2-C4 peroxycarboxylic acids and one or more C8-C12 peroxycarboxylic acids and an alpha-hydroxy mono- or dicarboxylic acid.

Abstract: A lighting system including a light source, a means of collecting and focusing light from the light source, an aperture, a filter module containing at least one color filter, and an image lens. A light beam from the light source is focused through the aperture to define the image to be projected. The aperture is positioned upstream of the color filter, with the filter and the image lens being deployed in the area of the light beam where the diameter is at a minimum. The filter elements used in the filter module are two stage filters, having a first stage for a pastel level of a particular filter color, and a second stage for a saturated level of the subject color. Each stage has a gradient segment and a solid color segment. The result is a filter element with four regions that blend into each other.

Abstract: A universal automated yoke that accommodates a variety of different sizes and types of lighting fixtures. The yoke includes adjustment mechanisms to accommodate a wide variety of sizes of lighting fixtures. The yoke further includes an adjustment mechanism to correct for various out of balance conditions of the lighting fixtures. The out of balance conditions are typically caused by added components, such as a color changer, that shift the balance point of the fixture. The device automates all the pan and tilt adjustments of the installed light fixture.

Abstract: A split nut assembly for use in hydraulic tensioning of bolts and studs comprising, first and second nut halves, guide means for guiding movement of the nut halves relative to one another between a closed position in which the nut halves define a screw-threaded bore in use receiving the shank of a bolt to be tensioned, and an open position in which the nut halves are spaced from one another to allow the nut to be moved axially relative to a bolt shank in use, resilient means urging the nut halves to their open position, and an over-centre type linkage pivotally connected at its opposite ends to the nut halves respectively, said linkage comprising a first link pivotally connected to said first nut half for movement about a pivot axis, and a second link pivotally connected to said second nut half for movement about a second pivot axis, said first and second links being pivotally interconnected for movement about a third pivot axis parallel to and spaced from said first and second pivot axes, said linkage having

Abstract: A light collection system that includes a light source, a condenser lens, a reflector mechanism to collect and focus light from the light source, an aperture, and an image lens. A light beam from the light source is focused through the aperture to define the image to be projected. Ancillary reflector elements can be positioned to collect light not collected by the reflector means. The result is a compact collection system with a smaller image lens and excellent collection efficiency.

Abstract: An in-monitor docking station that enables a portable computer to be quickly and easily installed in a desktop environment includes a desktop monitor, and receives the portable computer through a door in the top of the monitor unit. The docking station is constructed with at least one electrical connector mate that receives the connector(s) of the laptop unit. An ejection mechanism, typically one or more springs, partially ejects the portable computer from the monitor unit when the latching unit actuator button is depressed. The only modification required for any portable computer to be compatible with the in-monitor docking station is a small recess in a bottom surface that receives the latch hook of the latching arm. Any additional components of a desktop system that are desired by the user can of course be added to the in-monitor docking station of the present invention, either in the unit itself, or as a peripheral device.

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Abstract: A lighting module that projects various colors, hues and intensities of light, and that can change the divergence and distribution of light. The device includes a light source and a reflector to direct the light along an optic path in a generally parallel direction. The invention does not provide a beam that is parallel or even somewhat parallel. It is intended for applications in which a somewhat diffused beam is required. In addition to the light source, the module comprises a filter assembly with at least one filter therein, and a system diffusion optical element. The filter assembly controls the size and color of the light beam. The system diffusion optical element spreads the light in one or more desired directions so that fewer modules are required to light a given area.

Abstract: A lighting module that modifies a light beam to affect the size and shape and color characteristics of the projected beam includes a light source and a reflector to direct the light along an optic path. The reflector is formed so that light is directed along a light path that is not parallel to a center line of the reflector. A primary lens element reduces the cross section of an effected light region as the light enters a modifying element area in the optic path. Light modifying elements are deployed in varying combinations and to varying degrees to produce the shape, size, and color of light beam desired by the user. The construction of the light modifying elements allows the elements to be physically positioned in the optic path but to have no effect on the light until the elements are rotated so that light modifying element segments align with lens segments of the primary optical element, and the light modifying element or elements change the light being projected from the lighting module.

Abstract: A sliding module for computer components that is most often utilized for internet servers and the like. The module includes an outer housing that provides excellent R/F shielding for the components. A sliding mechanism is mounted on interior sides of the housing, so that the components can be completely enclosed. A sliding drawer is provided to mount the components. The component drawer includes a top panel that covers the open top front portion of the housing to complete the R/F shielding of the device. A rear side of the top panel includes a locking element that meshes with a locking element on a front side of the opening of the housing. The locking elements ensure that the top panel is in the proper position when the module is closed. The component mount also includes detachable securing mechanisms to lock the mount in place within the housing.

Abstract: A software-implemented, automated claims fulfillment system for fulfilling insurance claims. The claims fulfillment system aggregates claims fulfillment volume from multiple insurers for future periods, and reverse auctions the aggregated claims fulfillment volume to suppliers.

Abstract: The present invention relates in general display devices, and more specifically, provides a method and apparatus for a spring tensioned golf ball display and showcase. Specifically, described herein is a golf ball display mechanism comprising at least two bases, one having a stationary holding member and the other having a spring loaded holding member. The spring loaded member is loosely inserted into the first base and preferrably has a wooden compressor at its end positioned adjacent to a coil spring. The second member is firmly affixed within a second base. These bases are intended to be positioned opposite each other such that the member are axially opposed. Therefore, when the spring loaded member is depressed, the space between the two members is widened in order to insert the item to be displayed. Once the item is in position, the spring loaded member is released, thereby securely holding the item in place and on display.

Abstract: A lighting module that projects various colors, hues, and intensities of light. The device includes a light source and a reflector to direct the light along an optic path. A primary optical element reduces the cross section of effected light regions as the light enters a filter assembly area in the optic path. Filters in the filter assembly are deployed in varying combinations and to varying degrees to produce the color, hue, and intensity of light desired by the user. The refracting action of the optical element allows the filters to be physically positioned in the optic path but to have no effect on the light until the filters are rotated so that filter segments align with optical segments, and the filter changes the light being projected from the lighting module.

Abstract: A lighting module that diffuses a light beam to modify the size and shape of the projected beam. The device includes a light source and a reflector to direct the light along an optic path. A primary lens element reduces the cross section of an effected light region as the light enters a diffusion assembly area in the optic path. Diffusion elements in the diffusion assembly are deployed in varying combinations and to varying degrees to produce the shape and/or size of light beam desired by the user. The action of the lens element allows the diffusion elements to be physically positioned in the optic path but to have no effect on the light until the diffusion elements are rotated so that diffusion element segments align with lens segments, and the diffusion element changes the light being projected from the lighting module.