Abstract: A foldable diaper changing mat that includes a foldable base layer of plastic film having a surface engaging side and an upward facing side and a top edge and a bottom edge; and an infant buttocks receiving pad portion having a top end facing the top edge of the foldable base layer of plastic film and a bottom end facing the bottom edge of the foldable base layer of plastic film, wherein the infant buttocks receiving pad portion is engaged with the upward facing side and proximate the bottom edge of the foldable base layer of plastic film. The infant buttocks receiving pad portion has at least one intermediate plastic layer and a top absorbent containing layer. The infant buttocks receiving pad portion typically has a top edge facing pocket and a bottom edge facing pocket that are separated from one another.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for a vehicle having a driven rear axle and an undriven rear axle. The apparatus comprises a data storage device arranged to store a slip threshold at which a powertrain braking function is disabled, a first sensor for detecting speed of a wheel on the driven rear axle and providing a first signal indicative thereof, a second sensor for detecting speed of a wheel on the undriven rear axle and providing a second signal indicative thereof, a third sensor for detecting a condition of the vehicle and providing a third signal indicative thereof, and an electronic controller arranged to (i) process at least the first and second signals to provide a fourth signal indicative of an amount of slip, and (ii) modify the stored slip threshold value based on a combination of the third and fourth signals.

Abstract: Using creativity and prior art, this invention creates a mechanical battery that can store tremendous amounts of potential electricity, and, then, release it (as desired) so America's vast supply of clean, renewable energy (like ocean waves, lake waves, and sunlight, for example) can finally become truly reliable, and justify the enormous investment necessary to develop it to its full potential.

Abstract: Using creativity and prior art, this invention creates machinery to collect sunlight for a variety of useful purposes, which (in addition to electricity-generation) include military, law enforcement, industrial, agricultural, lighting, climate control, utility, and “appliances” applications.

Abstract: Using creativity, prior art (in general) and the prior art of generating electricity from water flow (in particular) this invention creates machinery to generate electricity from water waves.

Abstract: The invention provides an apparatus and method for improved mixing of yeast-raised and yeast-raised type dough. The device and method keep the dough cool by an improved structure and method for circulating coolant around a jacketed bowl, and by circulating cooled air through the spinning agitator roller bars. Better aeration of the dough and faster mixing time are achieved along with full water and flour absorption, and reduced operating temperatures by controlling placing of the agitator driveshaft in a carefully defined region. Finally, the invention provides a wiper for wiping the lip of the bowl to keep it clean of dough and to insure a proper seal along the bowl lip when a resilient, expandable bowl seal is used, and it provides a pneumatic seal for securely sealing the mix ingredients in the bowl during mixing.

Abstract: The invention provides an apparatus and method for improved mixing of yeast-raised and yeast-raised type dough. The device and method keep the dough cool by an improved structure and method for circulating coolant around a jacketed bowl, and by circulating cooled air through the spinning agitator roller bars. Better aeration of the dough and faster mixing time are achieved along with full water and flour absorption, and reduced operating temperatures by controlling placing of the agitator driveshaft in a carefully defined region. Finally, the invention provides a wiper for wiping the lip of the bowl to keep it clean of dough and to insure a proper seal along the bowl lip when a resilient, expandable bowl seal is used, and it provides a pneumatic seal for securely sealing the mix ingredients in the bowl during mixing.

Abstract: The invention provides an apparatus and method for improved mixing of yeast-raised and yeast-raised type dough. The device and method keep the dough cool by an improved structure and method for circulating coolant around a jacketed bowl, and by circulating cooled air through the spinning agitator roller bars. Better aeration of the dough and faster mixing time are achieved along with full water and flour absorption, and reduced operating temperatures by controlling placing of the agitator driveshaft in a carefully defined region. Finally, the invention provides a wiper for wiping the lip of the bowl to keep it clean of dough and to insure a proper seal along the bowl lip when a resilient, expandable bowl seal is used, and it provides a pneumatic seal for securely sealing the mix ingredients in the bowl during mixing.

Abstract: A method and system for displaying and viewing electronic information using a computerized interface is disclosed.