Abstract: A multilayer magnetic sheet is described which comprises a plurality of stacked magnetic component layers separated by first electrically insulating layers. Each of the plurality of magnetic component layers comprises a plurality of isolated magnetic sublayers having a magnetic layer thickness of less than one micron. The multilayer magnetic sheet has a magnetic fraction between about 5% and about 80%; a total magnetic thickness of greater than or equal to 5 microns; and a relative composite permeability of greater than about 20.

Abstract: A multilayer magnetic sheet is described which comprises a plurality of stacked magnetic component layers separated by first electrically insulating layers. Each of the plurality of magnetic component layers comprises a plurality of isolated magnetic sublayers having a magnetic layer thickness of less than one micron. The multilayer magnetic sheet has a magnetic fraction between about 5% and about 80%; a total magnetic thickness of greater than or equal to 5 microns; and a relative composite permeability of greater than about 20.

Abstract: An assembly tool for installing an optical fiber in an optical connector includes a base having a connector mounting region to receive and secure the optical connector on the base, the connector including a housing and a ferrule. The assembly tool further includes a protrusion setting mechanism to set a protrusion of the terminal end of the optical fiber, the protrusion corresponding to a distance the terminal end of the fiber extends from an end face of the connector ferrule.

Abstract: A basketball game ball (20) comprising an outer cover (22) having nine to twelve cover panels and preferably ten cover panels separated by a plurality of channels (26) extending between and in abutment with the panels.

Abstract: A basketball game ball (20) comprising an outer cover (22) having nine to twelve cover panels and preferably ten cover panels separated by a plurality of channels (26) extending between and in abutment with the panels.

Abstract: A basketball game ball (20) comprising an outer cover (22) having nine to twelve cover panels and preferably ten cover panels separated by a plurality of channels (26) extending between and in abutment with the panels.

Abstract: A readily replaceable pin-in-sleeve device (A, B) for gas-assisted injection molding is used with a two-part mold to form an injection molded product from a plastic material. A sleeve (10) has a threaded exterior surface that is shaped to be received in a socket (130) of a mold member (210) opening into a mold cavity. A longitudinally extending bore (20) extends through the sleeve. The bore has a first portion (22) adjacent the cavity, and a second, larger diameter portion (24), spaced from the cavity. A pin (40) extends through the sleeve and has a forward section and an enlarged base, which are received in the bore first and second portions, respectively. A tortuous path for an injection fluid is defined between the pin and the bore to inhibit transport of plastic material into the device when the injection fluid is vented from the mold cavity. A filter 60 positioned in the bore, behind the pin, filters traces of plastic material from the vented injection fluid.

Abstract: A continuously variable transmission (CVT) system for use on snowmobiles, ATV's and similar vehicles. The CVT includes a rotatable drive clutch connected to an input shaft (the input shaft being connectable to an engine), and a roller clutch carried on the input shaft. The CVT also includes a rotatable driven clutch connected to an output shaft, the driven clutch having a laterally stationary sheave and a laterally movable sheave that is normally biased toward the stationary sheave. An endless flexible drive belt is disposed about the drive and driven clutches. The clutches and drive belt are configured so that when the engine is idling the belt firmly engages a drive surface of the roller clutch that is connected to the drive clutch.

Abstract: An improved rotary fluid meter is provided having expansion chambers for conditioning pressure pulses that may occur in the flow of fluids. The pressure pulses, which inhibit the meter's ability to accurately measure, may originate from within a metering device or from without it. The pressure pulses may be generated upstream of the meter. Fluid flows into the meter through a fluid flow conduit. At least one flow conditioning chamber which is of such a volume and a shape as to enable it to substantially dampen pressure pulses so as to improve the accuracy of the rotary meter is provided along the fluid flow conduit.

Abstract: A improved stator apparatus for use in the ignition system of an internal combustion engine. The stator apparatus comprises a magnetically permeable core having a coil housing mounted to a leg portion thereof. A coil assembly including a voltage transformer is maintained in the coil housing. The various coils of the coil assembly are mounted about a central chimney member of the housing coaxial with the portion of the core extending therethrough. A circuit grounding member is electrically connected between the voltage transformer and the core by frictional contact therebetween. The circuit grounding member is constructed of a generally flat conductive piece having a longitudinal ridge defined along a portion of its length. In exemplary constructions, the longitudinal ridge extends along side a portion of the core and is biased into frictional contact therewith. The ridge facilitates assembly of the stator apparatus as well as enhancing electrical connection of the grounding member with the core.

Abstract: A improved stator apparatus for use in the ignition system of an internal combustion engine. The stator apparatus comprises a magnetically permeable core having a coil housing mounted to a leg portion thereof. A coil assembly including a voltage transformer is maintained in the coil housing. The various coils of the coil assembly are mounted about a central chimney member of the housing coaxial with the portion of the core extending therethrough. A circuit grounding member is electrically connected between the voltage transformer and the core by frictional contact therebetween. The circuit grounding member is constructed of a generally flat conductive piece having a longitudinal ridge defined along a portion of its length. In exemplary constructions, the longitudinal ridge extends along side a portion of the core and is biased into frictional contact therewith. The ridge facilitates assembly of the stator apparatus as well as enhancing electrical connection of the grounding member with the core.

Abstract: A net trap incorporating a net attached to both a frame and a bar, which is slidably attached to the frame. A handle is attached to the frame. A release means in the handle allows the bar to slide relative to the frame as urged by an elastic means, thereby closing the net and imprisoning its contents.

Abstract: A polymer bonded sheet product suitable for use as an electrode in a non-aqueous battery system wherein the electrode is a microporous sheet composed of from 2-30 weigth percent polyethylene, 70-98 weight percent of electrically conductive and electrochemically active particulate material and from 0 to 5 weight percent of a plasticizer for the polyethylene.

Abstract: A polymer bonded sheet product suitable for use as a cathodic electrode in a non-aqueous battery system wherein the cathodic electrode is a microporous sheet composed of from 2-30 weight percent polyethylene, 70-98 weight percent of electrically conductive and electrochemically active particulate material and from 0 to 5 weight percent of a plasticizer for the polyethylene.

Abstract: A polymer bonded sheet product suitable for use as a cathodic electrode in a non-aqueous battery system wherein the cathodic electrode is a microporous sheet composed of from 2-30 weight percent polyethylene, 70-98 weight percent of electrically conductive and electrochemically active particulate material and from 0 to 5 weight percent of a plasticizer for the polyethylene.

Abstract: A method of lining the hot face of the wall of a heated enclosure, such as a furnace, boiler or the like, comprising the steps of compressing a plurality of substantially cylindrical modules of ceramic fiber material inwardly from the perimeter thereof; attaching the individual, compressed modules to the hot face of the wall in predetermined relationship whereby to define certain openings therebetween, inspecting the attaching means by virtue of the access thereto provided by the openings; filling the openings with a plug of ceramic fiber material; and then releasing the compression upon the modules to permit radial expansion thereof in all directions whereby to create a lining over the entire wall.