Abstract: A rotary moving bed and process for separating a carbon dioxide from a gas stream is disclosed. The rotary moving bed can have a rotational assembly rotating on a vertical axis, and a plurality of sorbent cells positioned horizontally to the axis of rotation that fills a vertical space in the moving bed, where the sorbent cells adsorb the carbon dioxide by concentration swing adsorption and adsorptive displacement. The sorbent can be regenerated and the carbon dioxide recaptured by desorbing the carbon dioxide from the sorbent using concentration swing adsorption and desorptive displacement with steam. The gas flows in the system flow in a direction horizontal to the axis of rotation and in a direction opposite the rotational movement of the sorbent cells.

Abstract: A process for separating a carbon dioxide from a gas stream is disclosed. The process can include passing the gas stream over a sorbent that adsorbs the carbon dioxide by concentration swing adsorption and adsorptive displacement. The sorbent can be regenerated and the carbon dioxide recaptured by desorbing the carbon dioxide from the sorbent using concentration swing adsorption and desorptive displacement. A carbon dioxide separation system is also disclosed. Neither the system nor the process rely on temperature swing or pressure swing adsorption.

Abstract: A wearable breathing apparatus includes a thermal capacitor that a user inhales and exhales through. Inhaled air is cooled as it passes through the thermal capacitor, and exhaled air cools the material of the thermal capacitor for the next breathing cycle. The breathing apparatus may be used by a firefighter, for example, as a lightweight apparatus to enable the firefighter to safely breathe dangerously heated air, for example while in a fire shelter, that may otherwise cause injury to the user. The breathing apparatus advantageously does not require external power for cooling. The thermal capacitor may also be used as a part of a rebreather that uses a scrubber that removes carbon dioxide from exhaled air, for rebreathing. Further, the thermal capacitor may be used for other purposes, such as in recirculation of building air.

Abstract: An improved fishing rod holder comprises: a vertical stake capable of inserting into the ground; a bracket connected substantially perpendicular to that stake; a plurality of prongs affixed to the bracket, at least one prong opening in a first direction and another prong opening in an opposite direction, said prongs adapted for holding a fishing rod. The holder further includes a magnetic connector affixed along the bracket and bobber element that has a magnetic head connect at one end, a fishing line guidance shaft at the opposite end and a signal bell adjacent the line guidance shaft.

Abstract: A door closer assembly is provided, including a valve regulating an amount of hydraulic fluid that flows through the valve. The amount of hydraulic fluid flowing through the valve controls a force generated by the door closer assembly on a door. A first sensor measures an angular position of the door, and a second sensor measures an angular position of the valve. The angular position of the valve determines the amount of hydraulic fluid flowing through the valve. A controller controls the adjustment of the valve based on the angular position of the door and the angular position of the valve.

Abstract: A door closer assembly is provided, including a valve regulating an amount of hydraulic fluid that flows through the valve. The amount of hydraulic fluid flowing through the valve controls a force generated by the door closer assembly on a door. A first sensor measures an angular position of the door, and a second sensor measures an angular position of the valve. The angular position of the valve determines the amount of hydraulic fluid flowing through the valve. A controller controls the adjustment of the valve based on the angular position of the door and the angular position of the valve.

Abstract: A retainer cap assembly for attaching a track assembly to a vehicle includes a housing and at least two latch plates disposed in the housing, pivotable about a common pivot axis, between a locked and an unlocked position. A lock bar is rotatably supported on the housing, wherein the lock bar rotates about an axis perpendicular to the pivot axis of the latch plates, so as to be selectively engaged with both of the latch plates to prevent the latch plates from rotating on the pivot axis when the latch plates are in a locked position and disengaged with both of the latch plates to allow the latch plates to rotate on the pivot axis when the latch plates are in an unlocked position.

Abstract: A door closer assembly is provided, including a valve regulating an amount of hydraulic fluid that flows through the valve. The amount of hydraulic fluid flowing through the valve controls a force generated by the door closer assembly on a door. A first sensor measures an angular position of the door, and a second sensor measures an angular position of the valve. The angular position of the valve determines the amount of hydraulic fluid flowing through the valve. A controller controls the adjustment of the valve based on the angular position of the door and the angular position of the valve.

Abstract: A carburettor includes a flow duct (4) including rich (8) and lean (10) passages in parallel, through which, in use, air flows and which are separated by a substantially planar partition (6). At least one fuel jet (12, 14, 16) communicates with the rich passage (8). The partition (6) includes a circular aperture (20). A butterfly valve (24) is mounted on a pivotal shaft (22) to be pivotable between a closed position, in which the flow duct (4) is substantially closed, and an open position, in which the flow duct is substantially open. The pivotal shaft (22) extends perpendicular to the plane of the partition (6). The pivotal shaft (22) carries a circular obturator disc (26), whose diameter is substantially equal to that of the aperture (20) and which is received in the aperture (20) and substantially closes the aperture (20) at all positions of the butterfly valve (24).

Abstract: A door closer assembly is provided, including a valve regulating an amount of hydraulic fluid that flows through the valve. The amount of hydraulic fluid flowing through the valve controls a force generated by the door closer assembly on a door. A first sensor measures an angular position of the door, and a second sensor measures an angular position of the valve. The angular position of the valve determines the amount of hydraulic fluid flowing through the valve. A controller controls the adjustment of the valve based on the angular position of the door and the angular position of the valve.

Abstract: A carburettor includes a flow duct (4) comprising rich (8) and lean (10) passages in parallel, through which, in use, air flows and which are separated by a substantially planar partition (6). At least one fuel jet (12, 14, 16) communicates with the rich passage (8). The partition (6) includes a circular aperture (20). A butterfly valve (24) is mounted on a pivotal shaft (22) to be pivotable between a closed position, in which the flow duct (4) is substantially closed, and an open position, in which the flow duct is substantially open. The pivotal shaft (22) extends perpendicular to the plane of the partition (6). The pivotal shaft (22) carries a circular obturator disc (26), whose diameter is substantially equal to that of the aperture (20) and which is received in the aperture (20) and substantially closes the aperture (20) at all positions of the butterfly valve (24).

Abstract: A door closer assembly is provided, including a valve regulating an amount of hydraulic fluid that flows through the valve. The amount of hydraulic fluid flowing through the valve controls a force generated by the door closer assembly on a door. A first sensor measures an angular position of the door, and a second sensor measures an angular position of the valve. The angular position of the valve determines the amount of hydraulic fluid flowing through the valve. A controller controls the adjustment of the valve based on the angular position of the door and the angular position of the valve.

Abstract: A venting arrangement that includes a lid pivotally attached to a frame. An operating mechanism moves the lid between an open and closed position and attaches to a guide associated with the lid. The lid may be formed as a single, integral piece, including a portion for attaching the lid to the frame and the guide. The operating mechanism may include a engagement portion that attaches to the guide that is designed with geometry that creates a surface area contact between the mechanism and guide. The engagement portion may include a surface that engages one or more surfaces on the guide, which extend substantially parallel to the engagement portion surface. The arrangement may also include a feature that resists movement of the lid from a set position or that limits the travel of the mechanism at specific points along the mechanism's operational range.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a waterproofing and air barrier coating composition that can inhibit mold formation on interior structural surfaces. The coating composition includes a broad spectrum antimicrobial agent and a waterproofing polymeric composition that can also prevent air penetration. The polymeric composition includes a solvent, a hydrocarbon resin, a polymeric composition, and a filler. The present invention also relates to methods for preparation of such a waterproof coating composition, and methods for preventing mold formation on a structural unit, by applying a coating composition to a surface of the structural unit.

Abstract: The invention is a solid chemical concentrate system of at least two cooperative shapes. The first shape is an inwardly curved bar having an inner opening. The second shape is an insert which is capable of interlocking with the bar by insertion into the bar inner opening. The solid chemical concentrate provides chemical systems having active constituents which may be the same, different but compatible or functionally and chemically incompatible combined within one matrix to provide at least one substantially continuous surface. The system may also comprise an aqueous soluble or dispersible polymeric film cover.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device for producing a water treatment solution from a solid chemical block for distribution into a water system selected from the group comprising an institutional water system and an industrial water system. The device includes a housing to contain the solid chemical block. A fluid, preferably water at ambient temperature, is introduced into the housing to dissolve the block and form a liquid solution that may then be dispensed into either an institutional water system or an industrial water system. A method of dispensing the liquid solution with the device is also provided.

Abstract: Storage devices are disclosed that can be installed easily between two joists, such as in a basement ceiling, despite the variations that commonly occur in joist spacings. A supporting shelf having edge rails is supported by support brackets, such as (i) two or more L-brackets, mounted on one joist, (ii) two or more J-hooks mounted on an adjacent joist. The L-brackets will allow one edge rail to slide horizontally, to accommodate common variations in joist spacings. A storage compartment such as a box can be affixed to the shelf, or bungee cords or similar devices can be used to secure long or bulky items. Another embodiment uses modified L-brackets and J-hooks to support both a storage shelf and a lightweight ceiling panel, allowing the ceiling panel to be raised or lowered conveniently. Means are also disclosed for increasing security against theft or tampering.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a solid cast detergent composition comprising the steps of introducing a solid particulate detergent-component into a mold wherein the particulate defines an interstitial void volume; introducing into the mold, in the absence of substantial agitation, an effective interstitial void volume occupying amount of an aqueous solution of a hydratable alkaline chemical; allowing the aqueous solution to percolate the detergent-component particles; and solidifying the aqueous solution. The preferred detergent-component is a condensed phosphate and the preferred alkaline-chemical is sodium hydroxide.