Abstract: Atomic oxygen is provided for the purpose of promoting reliable ignition and smooth combustion in a spark ignition internal combustion engine is to disperse a low concentration of an atomic oxygen precursor, such as nitrous oxide (N2O), into the flammable mixture of air and gasoline vapor prior to the time of ignition. The introduction of N2O may take place in the intake manifold, in the stream of exhaust gas being returned as part of the EGR process, or directly into the combustion chamber (for example through a small orifice in the base of the spark plug or through a small nozzle located elsewhere in the cylinder head). Introduction of N2O directly into the combustion chamber may be continuous, or it may be pulsed so as to occur at the time of, or shortly before, spark ignition.

Abstract: One approach to providing atomic oxygen for the purpose of promoting more rapid and compact combustion is to disperse a low concentration of an atomic oxygen precursor, such as nitrous oxide (N2O), into the compressed air in the cylinder before or close to the time of ignition. The introduction of N2O may take place in the intake manifold, directly into the combustion chamber through a small orifice in the base of the fuel injector or a small nozzle located elsewhere in the cylinder head, or the N2O can be added as a solute to the injected fuel.

Abstract: Atomic oxygen is provided for the purpose of promoting reliable ignition and smooth combustion in a spark ignition internal combustion engine is to disperse a low concentration of an atomic oxygen precursor, such as nitrous oxide (N2O), into the flammable mixture of air and gasoline vapor prior to the time of ignition. The introduction of N2O may take place in the intake manifold, in the stream of exhaust gas being returned as part of the EGR process, or directly into the combustion chamber (for example through a small orifice in the base of the spark plug or through a small nozzle located elsewhere in the cylinder head). Introduction of N2O directly into the combustion chamber may be continuous, or it may be pulsed so as to occur at the time of, or shortly before, spark ignition.

Abstract: A squeegee tool adapted to selectively engage and clean a paint shield blade. The squeegee tool having arms pivotally connected to one another, each with an elongated squeegee blade support frame extending at right angles with a longitudinal axis of the respective support arms. The arms have a reverse overlapping corresponding end configuration at the squeegee's point of attachment and oppositely disposed handles on their respective free ends. The handles are spring urged apart requiring the user to grip and compress to open the squeegee tool to engage it onto the paint shield allowing the individual to clean the shield.

Abstract: Atomic oxygen is provided for the purpose of promoting reliable ignition and smooth combustion in a spark ignition internal combustion engine is to disperse a low concentration of an atomic oxygen precursor, such as nitrous oxide (N2O), into the flammable mixture of air and gasoline vapor prior to the time of ignition. The introduction of N2O may take place in the intake manifold, in the stream of exhaust gas being returned as part of the EGR process, or directly into the combustion chamber (for example through a small orifice in the base of the spark plug or through a small nozzle located elsewhere in the cylinder head). Introduction of N2O directly into the combustion chamber may be continuous, or it may be pulsed so as to occur at the time of, or shortly before, spark ignition.

Abstract: One approach to providing atomic oxygen for the purpose of promoting more rapid and compact combustion is to disperse a low concentration of an atomic oxygen precursor, such as nitrous oxide (N2O), into the compressed air in the cylinder before or close to the time of ignition. The introduction of N2O may take place in the intake manifold, directly into the combustion chamber through a small orifice in the base of the fuel injector or a small nozzle located elsewhere in the cylinder head, or the N2O can be added as a solute to the injected fuel.

Abstract: Atomic oxygen is provided for the purpose of promoting reliable ignition and smooth combustion in a spark ignition internal combustion engine is to disperse a low concentration of an atomic oxygen precursor, such as nitrous oxide (N2O), into the flammable mixture of air and gasoline vapor prior to the time of ignition. The introduction of N2O may take place in the intake manifold, in the stream of exhaust gas being returned as part of the EGR process, or directly into the combustion chamber (for example through a small orifice in the base of the spark plug or through a small nozzle located elsewhere in the cylinder head). Introduction of N2O directly into the combustion chamber may be continuous, or it may be pulsed so as to occur at the time of or shortly before, spark ignition.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment of a UV light injector assembly is used to apply intense light that includes short wavelength UV to the interior of an engine cylinder near the desired time of fuel ignition. In an example embodiment, the light is produced by a short-arc xenon flash lamp. This flash lamp includes an integral reflector (e.g., a parabolic reflector) to collimate the majority of its light into parallel rays. The assembly includes a window for passing UV light into the cylinder. To direct the collimated rays of light from the flash lamp through the window a UV-transparent condensing lens is used to focus the light from the flash lamp onto the window.

Abstract: A diesel engine fuel delivery system is equipped for addition of N2O to the fuel supply of a diesel engine. Fuel from a tank passes through an outlet tube to a low pressure pump which delivers it through a fuel filter. Simultaneously liquid N2O from a pressurized tank passes through a metering valve where it merges with the fuel before passing through a high, constant pressure, on-demand pump. The N2O-loaded fuel then enters a high pressure manifold, called a common rail, where its pressure is monitored by a sensor before it enters individual injectors which spray it, with proper timing into the combustion zone of each cylinder. The desired fuel injection timing can be adjusted and controlled by an electronic engine control unit similar to those commonly installed on modern vehicular diesel engines.

Abstract: A power cord storage module for an electrical device includes at least one fixed member forming a winding surface. A movable member moves relative to the fixed member between a retracted position and an extended position. The movable member includes a skirt. With the movable member in the extended position, the winding surface is accessible to allow the power cord to be manually wrapped upon or unwrapped from the winding surface. With the movable member in the retracted position and the power cord wrapped upon the winding surface, the skirt at least substantially covers the power cord.

Abstract: An indoor/outdoor game in which toy pieces are thrown to a target. The toy pieces and target are covered with hook and loop material so that contact of the toy piece and target results in adherence of the toy piece and target. Boundary and point marker pieces are also provided. A high degree of creativity is allowed the player as they can determine target zones, point values of those zones, and target shapes. The target can be collapsed and provided with handles and zipper to form a carrier for the toy pieces and prevent separation of the toy pieces from the game during transportation or storage.

Abstract: A device using the failure of a material decomposable by ozone to indicate a predetermined ozone exposure. In the preferred embodiment, a plurality of contact rods stretch latex to varying thicknesses to indicate more than one level of ozone exposure upon failure. The device can be made compact and portable, usable as a personal monitor. In an alternative embodiment, material such as rubber in the shape of O-rings is employed as the material decomposable by ozone.

Abstract: A clear single phase composition contains 40-95% by weight of a cyclic or short chain linear methyl siloxane and water, and 5-60% by weight of a cationic surfactant and a nonionic surfactant. The cyclic or short chain linear methyl siloxane in the single phase composition has an average structure or droplet diameter of less than about 50 nanometer. The single phase composition spontaneously provides optically clear one phase silicone microemulsions when combined with only hand agitation. The clear single phase compositions are useful in personal care and textile applications.

Abstract: Apparatus for safely deodorizing and purifying an enclosure such as a building structure or vehicle using an ozone generator thereby minimizing the risk of biological exposure and pollutants which trigger environmental illness or allergic reactions. The ozone generator is controlled with an electronic logic circuitry and sensors which automatically regulates ozone exposures to peak at an antiseptic level thereby preventing inadvertent oxidation damage due to over exposure. One embodiment of the apparatus uses an ozone decomposing material to eliminate the harmful residual ozone concentration within the enclosure which is present immediately after an effective ozone treatment. Another embodiment allows for control of the apparatus from outside the enclosure being purified, allowing the operator to alter the outcome of the treatment.

Abstract: A hydraulically efficient metal pipe particularly adapted for use in storm drain and sanitary sewer applications which is adapted for use with a self-supporting interior inert protective lining. The pipe has a channeled wall defining a plurality of outwardly projecting structural ribs and a hydraulically smooth interior surface. The ribs are preferably of a helical configuration and the channels which are formed interiorly thereof are generally either square or rectangular in cross-section and are open along the interior surface of the pipe. The walls defining the ribs can be tapered inwardly to form triangular-shaped channels so as to define an anchor throughout the length of the pipe for securing thereto a smooth interior lining of corrosion-resistant protective material.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a hydraulically efficient metal pipe particularly adapted for use in storm drain and sanitary sewer applications which is adapted for use with a self-supporting interior inert protective lining. The pipe has a channeled wall defining a plurality of outwardly projecting structural ribs and a hydraulically smooth interior surface. The ribs are preferably of a helical configuration and the channels which are formed interiorly thereof are generally either square or rectangular in cross-section and are open along the interior surface of the pipe. The walls defining the ribs can be tapered inwardly to form triangular-shaped channels so as to define an anchor throughout the length of the pipe for securing thereto a smooth interior lining of corrosion-resistant protective material.