Abstract: A battery section for a Li-ion and/or Li-ion polymer cell, comprised of: a planar metal mesh layer having a body portion and a coplanar tab portion defining a battery lead extending from one edge of the mesh layer; electrode film laminated to opposite surfaces of the body portion of the metal mesh layer; and a protective layer on at least one side of the tab, the protective layer having a portion of the tab that is adjacent to the electrode film, the protective layer comprised of an outer polymer layer and an inner adhesive layer adhering the outer polymer layer to the portion of the tab.

Abstract: A battery section for a Li-ion and/or Li-ion polymer cell, comprised of:

Abstract: A multi-head robotic system capable of delivering numerous robotic devices to a task site is disclosed. A number of robotic devices perform tasks simultaneously, thus tasks can be completed quickly. Each individual robot does not need to move at an extremely fast speed. The sequence in which the robotic devices arrive at or leave a task site is unlimited. The robotic delivery system is capable of “leapfrogging” robotic devices, or placing them randomly, at locations where they are most needed.

Abstract: A fixture for supporting a sensing device on a variety of differently sized and shaped articles and for protectively enclosing such a sensing device when the article is moved during use includes a base including a pair of spaced apart feet that engage the outer surface of the article. The feet defined a recessed area in the bottom surface of the base that can receive portions of the article therein regardless of the radius of curvature or other shape thereof. An enclosure area is provided in the base that can receive a sensing device therein. A lid cooperates with the base to provide a protective enclosure for the enclosed area and the sensing device disposed therein. The lid can be retained on the base by any desired retaining structure. A seal can be provided between the lid and the base to prevent dirt, water, and other contaminants from entering into the enclosed area when the lid cooperates with the base.

Abstract: An in-vivo method and apparatus is disclosed that comprises at least one sensor for determining changes in a human's an animal's body and reporting said changes outside the body. The sensor may be embedded in a sheath. The apparatus may be used to monitor chemical or physical changes in the body fluids. Alternatively, the apparatus may be used to monitor and regulate chemical or physical levels in humans and animals.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for creating a three-dimensional object by generating a cross-sectional pattern of energy of an object to be formed at a selected surface of a medium capable of altering its physical state in response to the energy projected or transmitted onto the selected layer. By impinging radiation, particle bombardment, or chemical reaction by a method controlled by a spatial light modulator, successive adjacent cross-sections of the object are rapidly formed and integrated together to provide a step-wise laminar build-up of the desired object creating a three dimensional manifestation from bitmap images of a series of cross-sections of a computer generated model.

Abstract: A battery section for a Li-ion and/or Li-ion polymer cell, comprised of: a planar metal mesh layer having a body portion and a coplanar tab portion defining a battery lead extending from one edge of the mesh layer; electrode film laminated to opposite surfaces of the body portion of the metal mesh layer; and a protective layer on at least one side of the tab, the protective layer having a portion of the tab that is adjacent to the electrode film, the protective layer comprised of an outer polymer layer and an inner adhesive layer adhering the outer polymer layer to the portion of the tab.

Abstract: A method for detecting body condition using nano and microdevices is disclosed. The microdevice or nanodevice is inserted into a fluid stream within a body, and used in detecting a bodily condition. The bodily condition may be myocardial infarction, stroke, sickle cell anemia, phlebitis, or a vascular aneurysm. The micro or nano device may be detected using electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR), electron spin resonance (ESR), and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR).

Abstract: A method for inserting a microdevice or nanodevice into a body fluid stream is disclosed. The micro or nanodevice may be inserted into or external to a cell, e.g., a red blood cell. For insertion into the cell, techniques such as reversible osmotic lysis, electroporation, microfine needle injection, and particle gun injection may be used. For the external device, it may be chemically modified with an organo hydroxyl, such as poly (ethylene glycol), methoxypoly (ethylene glycol). Also, it may include a lipid anchor.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for attaching a microdevice or nanodevice to a biological member is disclosed. The biological member is one of a blood cell, lipid molecules, a liver cell, a nerve cell, a skin cell, a bone cell, a lymph cell, an endocrine cell, a circulatory cell, a muscle cell. The nanodevice or microdevice includes one of a diagnostic system, a transmitter, a receiver, a battery, a transistor, a capacitor, and a detector.

Abstract: A Li-ion and/or Li-ion polymer cell, comprised of: a first cathode section and a second cathode section, each cathode section having a cathode current collector in contact therewith, the cathode current collector comprised of a sheet of metal mesh having a tab portion extending outwardly from the sheet beyond the cathode section to form a cathode section lead, the cathode section lead from the first cathode section being disposed adjacent to the cathode section lead from the second cathode section; an anode section disposed between the cathode sections, the anode section having an anode current collector having a tab portion extending therefrom beyond the anode section to form an anode section lead; a separator layer disposed between the anode section and each of the cathode sections; and an adhesive protective layer applied to the tab portion of each cathode current collector where the tab portion extends from the sheet, the protective layers disposed between the tab portions to prevent shorts when the tab

Abstract: An improved method for creating a three-dimensional object by generating a cross-sectional pattern of energy of an object to be formed at a selected surface of a medium capable of altering its physical state in response to the energy projected or transmitted onto the selected layer. By impinging radiation, particle bombardment, or chemical reaction by a method controlled by a spatial light modulator, successive adjacent cross-sections of the object are rapidly formed and integrated together to provide a step-wise laminar build-up of the desired object creating a three dimensional manifestation from bitmap images of a series of cross-sections of a computer generated model.

Abstract: Computerized method and system for graphically identifying replacement parts for selected equipment and a selected system thereof is provided. The method allows to provide a database comprising detailed parts data about the replacement parts for each assembly of the selected equipment, with the detailed data identifying each part in a selected assembly by providing a series of linked schematic representations of the selected assembly and any subassemblies thereof and respective parts. The method further allows to provide a respective identifier for uniquely identifying the selected equipment. An input/output device for communicating with the database is provided.

Abstract: A multi-head robotic system capable of delivering numerous robotic devices to a task site is disclosed. A number of robotic devices perform tasks simultaneously, thus tasks can be completed quickly. Each individual robot does not need to move at an extremely fast speed. The sequence in which the robotic devices arrive at or leave a task site is unlimited. The robotic delivery system is capable of “leapfrogging” robotic devices, or placing them randomly, at locations where they are most needed.

Abstract: A battery section for a Li-ion and/or Li-ion polymer cell, comprised of:

Abstract: A holder for removably supporting a compact disc or other object with a hole in the center. The compact disc is supported by at least two arms which are held on a flexible step. The arms have an outwardly extending protrusion which holds the compact disc in place. When it is desired to remove the disc the arms are pressed from above and they hingedly move together and cause the compact disc to pop upwardly from the arms.

Abstract: A personal safety device including a handbag with pepper spray and air siren cannisters stored therein, a button on the handle of the handbag activating a switch to actuate the cannisters, the pepper spray being dispersed through a hole in the handle, the air siren being directed through a vent in the handbag, and including a safety lock in the handle to prevent accidental dispersion of the cannisters.

Abstract: A holder for removably supporting a compact disk. The compact disk is held by its center opening over a post and under a ridge on the outer surface of the post. As the top of the post is pushed downwardly, the outer surface of the post moves inwardly and the ridge compresses and moves downwardly and allows the opening in the compact disk to pass over it. The compact disk is thus easily removed by simply pushing the center of the disk holding post. Preferably, the grooves are spiral shaped.

Abstract: A pool equipment cart (10) in accordance with the present invention includes a cabinet (12) with a pair of end panels (14 and 16), a pair of side panels (18 and 20), and a bottom panel (22). An opening (28) located between end panels (14 and 16) which provides access to the cabinet interior. A take-up reel (30) with a sleeve (57) is rotatably seated on an axle (58) mounted between the pair of side panels (18 and 20) and is designed to accommodate only a single width of pool vacuum hose (72). Additionally, a curved roof (26) may be slidably disposed on side panels (18 and 20) to move between positions exposing and covering the opening (28). Further, a pair of wheels (38 and 40) connected by an axle (42) may be secured to bottom panel (22) and two supporting pieces (44 and 46) may be connected to bottom panel (22) to support cabinet (12) with wheels (38 and 40).