Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention relates to a computing unit (RE) for executing a conversion algorithm, having an interface (UI) for acquiring a first cutting parameter data set (1SP); and having a processor (P) which is designed to extract a movement profile object (bpo) and which is also designed to execute a conversion algorithm that is stored in a memory of the electronic computing unit (RE) so that it can be loaded and/or executed to calculate and provide the second cutting parameter data set (2SP) to the acquired first cutting parameter data set (1SP), wherein the second cutting parameter data set (2SP) is calculated as a function of the extracted movement profile object (bpo).

Abstract: A crossbow having an energy storage system configured for storing energy when a bowstring is cocked at full-draw and releasing at least a portion of the stored energy when a trigger is pulled releasing the bowstring. The stored energy is defined by an area under a power-curve or draw-curve of the crossbow. The power-curve is defined by the force required to draw the bowstring from an un-cocked position to the cocked position. Between the un-cocked position and an intermediate position, the force required to draw the bowstring is substantially proportional to the draw distance. Between the intermediate position and the cocked position, the force required to draw the bowstring is substantially constant. When the cocked bowstring is released, at least a portion of the stored energy is transferred in the form of kinetic energy of an arrow or bolt nocked on the cocked bowstring.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing soft polyurethane foam obtained by reacting a composition containing a component A1 containing at least one filled polyol, a component A2 containing compounds reactive with isocyanates and having a hydroxyl value of ?20 to <100 mg KOH/g, the component A2 not containing any filled polyol, a component A3 containing water and/or at least one physical blowing agent, a component A4 containing auxiliary agents and additives, and a component B containing di- and/or polyisocyanates, characterized in that the reaction occurs in the presence of 0.5 to 3 parts by weight of an organic urea derivative as component C, which is obtained by reacting urea with a difunctional amine having a number-average molecular weight of 200 to 1000 g/mol. The invention also relates to a soft polyurethane foam obtainable by the method.

Abstract: A crossbow includes a riser. The crossbow includes a first limb and a second limb. The first limb includes a first end and a second end. The second limb includes a first end and a second end. The first end of the first limb and the first end of the second limb are coupled to the riser. A first wheel is rotatably coupled to the first limb proximate the second end thereof. A second wheel is rotatably coupled to the second limb proximate the second end thereof. The crossbow includes a first power cord that includes a first end coupled to the riser and a second end coupled to the first wheel. The crossbow includes a second power cord a first end coupled to the riser and a second end coupled to the first wheel. The crossbow includes a bowstring. The crossbow includes an efficiency of at least 80%.

Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention relates to a computing unit (RE) for executing a conversion algorithm, having an interface (UI) for acquiring a first cutting parameter data set (1SP); and having a processor (P) which is designed to extract a movement profile object (bpo) and which is also designed to execute a conversion algorithm that is stored in a memory of the electronic computing unit (RE) so that it can be loaded and/or executed to calculate and provide the second cutting parameter data set (2SP) to the acquired first cutting parameter data set (1SP), wherein the second cutting parameter data set (2SP) is calculated as a function of the extracted movement profile object (bpo).

Abstract: A flooring board spacing assembly including an elongate platform member locatable on a flooring joist, the platform member having a plurality of first spacers evenly spaced at regular intervals along the length of the platform member, wherein, in use each of the first spacers separates adjacent flooring boards located on the platform member and forms a predetermined space between the adjacent flooring boards.

Abstract: A bowstring release includes a body, a jaw, a trigger, first and second biasing elements, and a back tension adjustment apparatus having a sheath, a tension adjustment rod, a tension adjustment knob, and a back tension biasing element. Moving the jaw into a channel of the body cocks the release. Pulling the trigger releases the bowstring.

Abstract: The invention describes a belt buckle (10) for a motor vehicle comprising a belt buckle housing (12) as well as a lighting unit (20) present in the area of a tongue insertion opening (36) and including a lamp (22) and a light conductor (16). A front panel (14) surrounding the tongue insertion opening (36) is provided which limits the belt buckle (10) on the end face. The front panel (14) is coupled to the belt buckle housing (12) via at least one detent mechanism (24, 30) such that the light conductor (16) provided at least partially between the front panel (14) and the belt buckle housing (12) is aligned. The invention further describes a method for manufacturing a belt buckle (10).

Abstract: An energy storage system for a bow, the system defined at least in part by a riser, a first and second limb each having a first end coupled to the riser, a first and second wheel disposed at a second end of respective first and second limbs, a first and second power cord each having a first end coupled to the riser and a second end coupled to respective first and second wheels, and a string extending between and coupled to the first and second wheels.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel type of electric inductance arrangement for a series of applications in the field of distance measurement, sensor-based detection of objects, and construction of induction machines. The novelty consists in the type of inductance arrangement of the receiver or transmitter coil, said arrangement being designed in the form of a ladder rung arrangement, wherein the ladder spars short-circuit the rungs. The sum of all the short-circuit currents is an indicator of what is occurring in the surroundings of the arrangement. This could be changing magnetic fields caused by transmitter objects or additional ladder-rung systems acting as transmitters.

Abstract: A firing system for a crossbow includes a bowstring carrier and a trigger assembly. The bowstring carrier includes a sear and a catch. The trigger assembly includes a trigger and a trigger roller. An embodiment of the firing system includes a bowstring carrier, a trigger assembly, and a dry-fire inhibitor. Another embodiment of the firing system includes a bowstring carrier, a trigger assembly, and a safety. Yet another embodiment of the firing system includes a bowstring carrier, a trigger assembly, a dry-fire inhibitor, a safety, and a safety reset.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing soft polyurethane foam obtained by reacting a composition containing a component A1 containing at least one filled polyol, a component A2 containing compounds reactive with isocyanates and having a hydroxyl value of ?20 to <100 mg KOH/g, the component A2 not containing any filled polyol, a component A3 containing water and/or at least one physical blowing agent, a component A4 containing auxiliary agents and additives, and a component B containing di- and/or polyisocyanates, characterized in that the reaction occurs in the presence of 0.5 to 3 parts by weight of an organic urea derivative as component C, which is obtained by reacting urea with a difunctional amine having a number-average molecular weight of 200 to 1000 g/mol. The invention also relates to a soft polyurethane foam obtainable by the method.

Abstract: An energy storage system for a bow, the system defined at least in part by a riser, a first and second limb each having a first end coupled to the riser, a first and second wheel disposed at a second end of respective first and second limbs, a first and second power cord each having a first end coupled to the riser and a second end coupled to respective first and second wheels, and a string extending between and coupled to the first and second wheels.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel type of electric inductance arrangement for a series of applications in the field of distance measurement, sensor-based detection of objects, and construction of induction machines. The novelty consists in the type of inductance arrangement of the receiver or transmitter coil, said arrangement being designed in the form of a ladder rung arrangement, wherein the ladder spars short-circuit the rungs. The sum of all the short-circuit currents is an indicator of what is occurring in the surroundings of the arrangement. This could be changing magnetic fields caused by transmitter objects or additional ladder-rung systems acting as transmitters.

Abstract: The invention describes a belt buckle (10) for a motor vehicle comprising a belt buckle housing (12) as well as a lighting unit (20) present in the area of a tongue insertion opening (36) and including a lamp (22) and a light conductor (16). A front panel (14) surrounding the tongue insertion opening (36) is provided which limits the belt buckle (10) on the end face. The front panel (14) is coupled to the belt buckle housing (12) via at least one detent mechanism (24, 30) such that the light conductor (16) provided at least partially between the front panel (14) and the belt buckle housing (12) is aligned. The invention further describes a method for manufacturing a belt buckle (10).

Abstract: Systems and associated methods for highly parallel processing of parameterized simulations are described. Embodiments permit processing of stochastic data-intensive simulations in a highly parallel fashion in order to distribute the intensive workload. Embodiments utilize methods of seeding records in a database with a source of pseudo-random numbers, such as a compressed seed for a pseudo-random number generator, such that seeded records may be processed independently in a highly parallel fashion. Thus, embodiments provide systems and associated methods facilitating quicker data-intensive simulation by enabling highly parallel asynchronous simulations.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel type of electric inductance arrangement for a series of applications in the field of distance measurement, sensor-based detection of objects, and construction of induction machines. The novelty consists in the type of inductance arrangement of the receiver or transmitter coil, said arrangement being designed in the form of a ladder rung arrangement, wherein the ladder spars short-circuit the rungs. The sum of all the short-circuit currents is an indicator of what is occurring in the surroundings of the arrangement. This could be changing magnetic fields caused by transmitter objects or additional ladder-rung systems acting as transmitters.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel type of electric inductance arrangement for a series of applications in the field of distance measurement, sensor-based detection of objects, and construction of induction machines. The novelty consists in the type of inductance arrangement of the receiver or transmitter coil, said arrangement being designed in the form of a ladder rung arrangement, wherein the ladder spars short-circuit the rungs. The sum of all the short-circuit currents is an indicator of what is occurring in the surroundings of the arrangement. This could be changing magnetic fields caused by transmitter objects or additional ladder-rung systems acting as transmitters.