Abstract: An adsorptive filter/member for adsorbing a gaseous adsorbate. The filter includes two layers of a flexible polymeric material to form an area therebetween. Fasteners are located at predetermined areas across the two layer outer surfaces, the fasteners extending from the outer surface of one layer to the outer surface of the other layer. The fasteners subdivide the area into a plurality of substantially enclosed chambers. Adsorptive media is disposed within each of the plurality of chambers. The chambers are adapted to substantially evenly distribute adsorptive media throughout the filter. Throughbores extend through the filter, and receive attachment members for mounting the filter to a surface. A gaseous adsorbate flow path is in gaseous communication with one of the outer surfaces of the two layers. Each of the two layers' polymeric materials includes pores that are permeable to the gaseous adsorbate, yet are substantially impermeable to the adsorptive media.

Abstract: A ballbar is used to assess the accuracy of relative motion between an arbor and a table 4—of a machine tool. Mounting components are secured respectively to the arbor and the table-4. Each mounting component comprises a block that has provision on three orthogonal surfaces for receiving support means for a ballbar. By appropriate selection of the mounting faces, it is possible to set up the ballbar to check motion in all three of the operating planes of the machine. The mounting component comprises a ring for fitting over the arbor of the grinding machine, and the mounting block is connected to the ring by a rod.

Abstract: An evaporative emissions filter for an engine air induction system. The evaporative emissions filter includes a hydrocarbon vapor-adsorbent member disposed within the air induction system outside the direct air flow path. A mechanism is provided for mounting the evaporative emissions filter within the air induction system. Hydrocarbon vapors present in the air induction system after engine shut-down are substantially retained in the adsorbent member until air flows through the air induction system after the engine starts.

Abstract: A ballbar is used to assess the accuracy of relative motion between an arbor 2 and a table 4 of a machine tool. Mounting components 8, 10 are secured respectively to the arbor 2 and the table 4. Each mounting component comprises a block 26, 52 which has provision on three orthogonal surfaces for receiving support means 50, 66 for a ballbar 74. By appropriate selection of the mounting faces, it is possible to set up the ballbar 74 to check motion in all three of the operating planes of the machine. The mounting component 8 comprises a ring 12 for fitting over the arbor 2 of the grinding machine, the mounting block 26 being connected to the ring 12 by a rod 24.

Abstract: Preparations and extracts of valerian, as well as isovaleramide, isovaleric acid, and certain structurally related compounds, exhibit clinically significant pharmacological properties that implicate a treatment for a variety of pathological conditions, including spasticity and convulsions, which are ameliorated by effecting a modulation of CNS activity. The compositions in question generally are non-cytotoxic and do not elicit weakness or sedative activity at doses that are effective for the symptomatic treatment of such pathological conditions.

Abstract: An evaporative emissions filter for an engine air induction system. The evaporative emissions filter includes a hydrocarbon vapor-adsorbent member disposed within the air induction system. A mechanism is provided for mounting the evaporative emissions filter within the air induction system. Hydrocarbon vapors present in the air induction system after engine shut-down are substantially retained in the adsorbent member until air flows through the air induction system after the engine starts.

Abstract: An evaporative emissions filter for an engine air induction system. The evaporative emissions filter includes a hydrocarbon vapor-adsorbent member disposed within the air induction system. Hydrocarbon vapors present in the air induction system after engine shut-down are substantially retained in the adsorbent member until air flows through the air induction system after the engine starts.

Abstract: An electric convection oven is provided wherein a squirrel cage fan is used to circulate air through a circular bank of heating coils surrounding the fan and into the oven. The coils wrap around the fan and are spaced from each other so that air from the fan will pass through the coils and into the oven. The fan is provided with a concave centrally located plate for drawing air from within the oven into the fan for recirculation through the heating coils and to return to the oven.

Abstract: An evaporative emissions filter for an engine air induction system. The evaporative emissions filter includes a hydrocarbon vapor-adsorbent member disposed within the air induction system. A mechanism is provided for mounting the evaporative emissions filter within the air induction system. Hydrocarbon vapors present in the air induction system after engine shut-down are substantially retained in the adsorbent member until air flows through the air induction system after the engine starts.

Abstract: Preparations and extracts of valerian, as well as isovaleramide, isovaleric acid, and certain structurally related compounds exhibit clinically significant pharmacological properties which implicate a treatment for a variety of pathological conditions, including spasticity and convulsions, which are ameliorated by effecting a modulation of CNS activity. The compositions in question generally are non-cytotoxic and do not elicit weakness or sedative activity at doses that are effective for the symptomatic treatment of such pathological conditions.

Abstract: A method and system for reconciling Slips, such as Jackpot Slips and Hopper Fill Slips. The method/system includes providing several Jackpot Slips, each containing a first original portion and a second original duplicate detachable portion, and each portion having the same unique machine readable symbol so each Slip can be uniquely identified. The first and second Slip portions are scanned to read the machine readable symbols to provide an inventory of the two portions. The inventories are then compared for any discrepancies.

Abstract: Preparations and extracts of valerian, as well as isovaleramide, isovaleric acid, and certain structurally related compounds exhibit clinically significant pharmacological properties which implicate a treatment for a variety of pathological conditions, including spasticity and convulsions, which are ameliorated by effecting a modulation of CNS activity. The compositions in question generally are non-cytotoxic and do not elicit weakness or sedative activity at doses that are effective for the symptomatic treatment of such pathological conditions.

Abstract: A cargo loading and unloading device for use with vehicles having a bed that is suitable for hauling cargo, for example, trucks, trailers. The device, which is configured to handle general or specific types of cargo, such as motorcycles, personal watercraft, and so forth, comprises a guide assembly that is mountable proximal to the opening that provides access to the bed of the vehicle. The guide assembly comprises a frame having a strap guide and at least one support guide mounted thereto. A movable carriage that is configured to hold the cargo is sized and configured to be at least partially receivable within and carried by the bed of the vehicle. A winch that is mountable to the vehicle proximal the end of the bed that is distal the open end of the bed is attached to one end of a connector, and the second end of the connector is attached to the carriage. Before the carriage is loaded into a vehicle, the connector extends from the winch over the connector guide and to the first end of the carriage.

Abstract: A common cause for catastrophic failure in a magnetic disk storage system is due to the collection of debris on the slider/head assembly. Two factors contributing to these failures are: a) disk liquid lubricant provides a sticky medium for debris accumulation; and b) electrostatic charge on the slider assembly generated by friction attracts and accumulates debris. A method for reducing electrostatic charge build-up uses a conductive coating on a surface area of the slider. By providing a conducting path to the metallic disk on which the recording medium is applied, the triboelectrically generated charge on the slider is allowed to bleed-off. Providing an additional overcoat of a solid self-lubricant, and forming a wedge-shaped slider load-bearing surface for deflection of surface debris, results in the reduction of both failure causes.

Abstract: An in-line mixer is disclosed that provides uniform blending of chemicals, polymers or gases in serous fluids, serous solids or water waste streams with components that are either fibrous, gummy, tacky or larger than normal substances that would plug up inline mixers that now exist. The materials are mixed while in transit and the design provides for self cleaning where material do not accumulate. The in-line mixer has inclined plates set apart, and the plates extend past the center axis of the pipe. One or more injection ports are positioned just past the plates where the turbulence allows mixing but preventing material accumulation.

Abstract: A device for sequential automatic introduction of additives to an impure serous fluid causing precipitates to be formed. The precipitates serve to segregate the bulk of the impurities from the stream allowing reclamation of the remaining fluid. The additives are fed by automated pumps and/or valves correlated by a microprocessor-based controller that measures the results from each of the sequential operations and determines to re-cycle the flow or deliver the flow to a separation system. The microprocessor controller oversees and controls the system operations. Multiple sensors, additive pumps, pumps, valves, timers, delay time calculations between physical location in the system, flow meters, pH meters and other such sensors are arranged sequentially to monitor the process parameters and deliver a desired volume of additives to meet process requirements for balancing and reclamation of the resulting flow.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for enabling remotely controlling power status of a remote device. The apparatus monitors information signals being transmitted to the remote device and from such information, determines whether to alter the power status of the remote device. The apparatus may include an uninterruptable power source to enable such remote control during an interrupt of main power to the apparatus.

Abstract: A common cause for catastrophic failure in a magnetic disk storage system is due to the collection of debris on the slider/head assembly. Two factors contributing to these failures are:a) disk liquid lubricant provides a sticky medium for debris accumulation; andb) electrostatic charge on the slider assembly generated by friction attracts and accumulates debris.A method for reducing electrostatic charge build-up uses a conductive coating on a surface area of the slider. By providing a conducting path to the metallic disk on which the recording medium is applied, the triboelectrically generated charge on the slider is allowed to bleed-off.Providing an additional overcoat of a solid self-lubricant, and forming a wedge-shaped slider load-bearing surface for deflection of surface debris, results in the reduction of both failure causes.

Abstract: A solvent-free hot melt process, for preparing a non-thermosettable, pressure-sensitive adhesive from a tackified non-thermoplastic hydrocarbon elastomer. The process employs a continuous compounding device that has a sequence of alternating conveying and processing zones. The processing zones masticate and mix materials in them. Non-thermoplastic elastomers having high molecular weight may be readily compounded into adhesives in the process.