Abstract: Disclosed are a method and an apparatus for manufacturing a non-woven fabric, in which a predetermined pattern of a forming body is transferred to a non-woven fabric immediately after or simultaneously with its formation by urging the non-woven fabric onto the forming body with water jets.

Abstract: A display strip assembly system for efficiently assembling bags upon a point of purchase display strip. The display strip assembly system includes a base, an elongate frame mounted to the base extending in an angled manner, a receiving channel within the elongate frame for receiving a length of point of purchase (POP) display strip, a plurality of first apertures and second apertures within the receiving channel aligned with the fingers of the POP display strip, and a elevating unit within the frame for extending a corresponding plurality of first shafts and second shafts through the apertures for extending the fingers of the POP display strip for allowing attachment of a plurality of bags without moving the POP display strip.

Abstract: A machine and a method for assembling a vehicle body is disclosed as including a locating pin (26) formed with a seating flange portion (35) having a work seating surface (35a) and a clamp arm (39) contained in the locating pin to be operable in a clamping or unclamping movement responsive to an extrusion and retraction of a clamp cylinder (34). A detection pin (47) is mounted for an extruding and extracting movement from the work seating surface (35a), with the detection pin (47), a shaft (44) ad a proximity switch (48) forming a work seating detection mechanism (49). A mutual engagement between the locating pin (26) and a locating bore (R) allows a panel W3 to be positioned, simultaneously detecting the presence of seating of the panel W3 responsive to a movement of the detection pin (47).

Abstract: Riveting apparatus wherein a planetary roller screw delivers the high forces required for actuating the fastener upset tooling. In order that precise control of the entire upset operation may be obtained, a servo-controlled electric motor operates the actuator. In order that different machining operations may be performed on a workpiece without having to provide an actuator for each tool, the tools are engaged in turn by the actuator for performing riveting and other machining in succession.

Abstract: A process comprising taking a plurality of wire rods, laying them out together, side-by-side, ganging them together with a strapping means to form a flat, rectangular shaped array or panel, placing the array into a metal forming press and bending one end of all of the rods together, uniformly and simultaneously. The bound array can then be rotated 180 degrees, if desired, and the other end of the panel inserted to bend that end of all the rods, uniformly and simultaneously.

Abstract: A manufacturing system and method utilizing a manufacturing cell having at least one workstation wherein a plurality of manufacturing processes may be performed by automated machinery and manual labor alike. A rotatable trunnion, mounted on a carriage, is operably associated with each workstation. The trunnion is capable of rotating a backbone, constructed and arranged to support a workpiece attached thereto. The carriage assembly translates the trunnion between a first position, outside of the workstation, and a second position, inside of the workstation.

Abstract: An assembly apparatus for producing a plurality of articles that are each assembled from a plurality of workpiece components through a predetermined sequence of assembly steps. The assembly apparatus includes a first assembly cell, a second assembly cell and a conveyance mechanism. The first assembly cell has a first tooling set with a plurality of tooling components. The first tooling set is configured to perform the predetermined sequence of assembly steps. The first assembly cell employs the first tooling set to produce at least a first quantity of the articles. The second assembly cell has a second tooling set which is identical to the first tooling set. The second assembly cell employs the second tooling set to produce at least a second quantity of the articles. The conveyance mechanism is coupled to the first and second assembly cells and conveys the articles produced in the first and second assembly cells to a discharge point. A method for assembling an article is also provided.

Abstract: A fuel inlet comprises an inlet pipe, a breather tube, a retainer, a spiral groove, and the like. The inlet pipe is formed by processing a metal pipe and has an expanded portion, a taper portion, and a main body in the order from the fuel port. The expanded portion is formed by increasing the diameter by bulging. In order to prevent defects in the pipe such as cracks from being caused during bulging, SUS304, SUS304L, or SUS436 according to JIS is used as the material of the pipe. The diameter of the main body is 25.4 mm and the diameter of the expanded portion is 5O mm. A spiral groove on which a screw-type fuel port cap can be screwed is formed in the vicinity of the open end of the expanded portion, by crimping the inlet pipe and the retainer together. On the outer surface of the expanded portion in the vicinity of the open end is provided an outer-cylinder-like flange formed integrally with the inlet pipe.

Abstract: The invention relates to an inductor comprising a plurality of interconnected conductive segments interwoven with a substrate. The inductance of the inductor is increased through the use of coatings and films of ferromagnetic materials such as magnetic metals, alloys, and oxides. The inductor is compatible with integrated circuit manufacturing techniques and eliminates the need in many systems and circuits for large off chip inductors. A sense and measurement coil, which is fabricated on the same substrate as the inductor, provides the capability to measure the magnetic field or flux produced by the inductor. This on chip measurement capability supplies information that permits circuit engineers to design and fabricate on chip inductors to very tight tolerances.

Abstract: A carrier reel according to the present invention is constituted by a flange portion having a first surface and a second surface which is opposed to and substantially parallel to the first surface, and a hub portion which is provided between the first surface and the second surface and to which the flange portion is connected. A bearing portion at which a shaft used for taking out each electronic component after carriage is supported is provide to the hub portion, and spaces for accommodating therein a drying agent, i.e., drying agent accommodating portions are formed at the part of the hub portion except the bearing portion. The drying agent is accommodated in the drying agent accommodating portions. The carrier reel having the drying agent accommodated therein is put in a damp proof bag to be sealed. The sealed damp proof bag is then packaged to be carried.

Abstract: A method is provided for processing a lead frame. Generally, a first surface of a lead frame base tape is placed on a first surface of the lead frame. A second surface of the lead frame base tape is placed on a first surface of a porous block. A vacuum is placed on a second surface of the porous block. A device for processing lead frames comprises a porous block with a first side and a second side, and a vacuum system connected to the first side of the porous block. The device may also include devices for attaching chips to the lead frame and wire bonding the chips to the lead frame.

Abstract: A wiring substrate is manufactured in short TAT.

Abstract: Methods for forming packages for housing an integrated circuit device are disclosed. In one embodiment, a plastic sheet having an first surface is provided. An array of package sites is formed on the first surface of the plastic sheet. The package sites each include a metal die pad and leads surrounding the die pad. The package sites may be formed by applying a first metal layer on the first surface of the plastic sheet, and then applying a second metal layer in a pattern that defines the die pads and leads of the package sites. The first metal layer is then selectively etched using the second metal layer as an etch mask. Next, an integrated circuit die is placed on each die pad of the array. The die is electrically connected to the leads surrounding the respective die pad. An encapsulant is applied onto the first surface of the plastic sheets so as to cover the package sites.

Abstract: An electrical plug can be inserted onto a stationary electrical receptacle through the use of a portable tool that includes a stationary support surface or movable carrier for the plug, and a power device for moving the plug through a prescribed stroke distance. A high electrical contact pressure can be achieved on a consistent basis. The power device preferably takes the form of a manual lever having one end that serves as a fulcrum and a second end that serves as a handle for swinging the lever around the fulcrum, to deliver a relatively large operating force to the electrical plug.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a catalytic converter comprising disposing a first end around a second end and disposing an induction coil around the first end. Discharging a current through the induction coil and forming eddy currents on the surface of the first end. This magnetic impulse welds the first end and the second end together such that the first end disposed around the second end comprises a tube end disposed around an end of a catalytic converter or such that the first end disposed around the second end comprises the catalytic converter end disposed around the tube end. The method can be used to weld pieces of the catalytic converter, as well as sizing the catalytic converter for a desired mat density.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a fuel inlet having an improved anti-rust property. As material for an inlet pipe 2 and a breather tube 4, stainless pipes are used. A pipe expanding process in which an end portion of the inlet pipe 2 is enlarged in diameter to form a filling part 6, a screw-thread forming process in which a helical groove 12 is formed on a periphery of the filling part 6, a welding process in which the breather tube 4 is welded to the inlet pipe 2, and a coating process in which a cationic electrodeposition coating is applied to a fuel inlet 1 after the welding process are performed in turn, thereby obtaining the fuel inlet 1 having an improved anti-rust property.

Abstract: An expandable well screen has a desirable thin-wall construction together with a simplified fabrication method. In fabricating the screen, a flexible sheet of metal mesh filter media is diffusion bonded to an inner side of a perforated metal sheet which is then deformed to a tubular shape to form a filter structure having an outer perforated tubular shroud interiorly lined with the filter media. The tubular filter structure is telescoped onto a perforated base pipe and has its opposite ends sealingly secured thereto to complete the expandable well screen.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are provided for removing a slug from a frame of an automobile. The apparatus a mandrel configured for insertion into an aperture of the slug and a mandrel engaging plate configured to engage the mandrel. The apparatus also includes a cammed jaw connected to the mandrel engaging plate and an actuator. The mandrel engaging plate is configured to engage the automobile frame and the actuator is configured to separate the cammed jaw from the mandrel engaging plate such that the mandrel is drawn through the aperture of the slug, thereby removing the slug from the automobile frame.

Abstract: A method of attaching a logistics rail to a trailer sidewall is disclosed. The trailer sidewall includes an inner skin, an outer skin, a member mounted between the inner and outer skins, and a core between the inner and outer skins. A vertical channel is formed between the inner skin and the member. The inner skin is cut to expose the channel. Thereafter, the logistics rail is inserted within the member. The logistics rail has a plurality of slots therethrough so that items can be attached to the trailer sidewall. Finally, the logistics rail is attached to the member.

Abstract: Embodiments of a farrier's tool are disclosed which may to trim a horse's hoof. The farrier's tool of the instant invention employs a cam which amplifies the mechanical advantage of the tool such that the operator may trim a hoof using a single hand.

Abstract: A food slicer 10 of the present invention contains a hollow body 12 having an inner wall 13 defining an interior 17 and an outer wall 15 for containment of a food product therein. A plurality of blades 32 extends across the interior 17 of the body thereby cutting a food product biased against the blades 32.

Abstract: A portable saw guide and T-square and method of use where an accurate and straight saw cut is desirable. The T-square saw guide has an alignment arm and a flexible guide arm which can be quickly and accurately secured to a work piece such as a sheet of plywood by a clamping mechanism in order that a worker may use a guide edge of the T-square to accurately maneuver and guide a saw along a desired course despite variations in the surface of the work piece. The guide arm forms a flush linear contact between a surface of the workpiece and the saw guide to compensate for any non planar irregularities such as a bow, sag or warp in the work piece to cause continuous contact between the saw being guided along the guide edge of the T-square to produce a straight cut along the work piece.

Abstract: A trailer alignment apparatus for facilitating alignment of the ball coupler on a gooseneck trailer or a tongue-mounted coupling trailer with the hitch ball on a towing vehicle. In a first embodiment, the trailer alignment apparatus is designed for use with gooseneck trailers and mounts in the bed of a pickup truck and supports a pivoting alignment indicator over the hitch ball in the truck bed. As the pickup truck is backed toward the stationary gooseneck trailer, the alignment indicator eventually contacts the vertical gooseneck hitch post on the trailer and pivots from an angled to a vertical position to indicate to the pickup truck driver that the gooseneck-type ball coupler on the hitch post is in precise vertical alignment with the hitch ball.

Abstract: A moving pin archery sight that includes a distance to target indicator/selector mechanism that allows a user to select a distance to target that corresponds with a predicted distance to a target. The distance to target indicator/selector includes a mechanism for generating a slight sound each time the indicator/selector is moved one increment. In one embodiment, the distance to target indicator/selector includes multiple, user selectable scales to allow for a number of different sized incremental distance changes to be made.

Abstract: A moving pin archery sight that includes a distance to target indicator/selector mechanism that allows a user to select a distance to target that corresponds with a predicted distance to a target. The distance to target indicator/selector includes a mechanism for generating a slight sound each time the indicator/selector is moved one increment. In one embodiment, the distance to target indicator/selector includes multiple, user selectable scales to allow for a number of different sized incremental distance changes to be made.

Abstract: A three-axis algebraic model is used to numerically compensate for magnetic errors in measured magnetic field values in an electronic compass for any orientation of the compass. This model is based on physical principles and uses a linear algebra approach that facilitates computation of the parameters needed for compensation. During a calibration procedure of the electronic compass, magnetic and gravity fields are measured in three axes at each of a variety of combinations of orientations and azimuths. This set of measured magnetic and gravity fields is used to calculate a matrix compensation coefficient and a vector compensation coefficient using a system of equations. These compensation coefficients are stored and then used during normal operations of the electronic compass to correct all subsequently measured magnetometer data to obtain corrected values for the Earth's magnetic field, from which the correct azimuth can be calculated.

Abstract: A device and method is provided whereby application is made to at least part of the sole of a suitably positioned foot. The device (1) (FIGS. 1 and 2) comprises a member or plate (20) having a planar surface (21) for pressure application to the sole by a handle (28) and in one arrangement is hingedly mounted (22, 24, 26) about horizontal axes from a leg rest (10) which lies in use on a seat or couch for the patient. This enables the surface (21) to be brought against the sole and also tilted for required contact with the latter. The plate (20) is also shown mounted for angular movement about a vertical axis X for additional tilting of the surface (21). An electronic unit (30) on the plate (20) has an LCD display (32) for showing angles of tilt. With the surface (21) in appropriate contact the sole can be manually palpated or manipulated e.g. for contact of the surface (21) with metatarsal joints or points, and/or the subtalar joint palpated for the neutral condition etc.

Abstract: A multi-function template for use in the construction industry and includes a portion for marking and measuring molding such that the molding can be installed around a bull nose corner. The template preferably comprises a thin, flat, flexible and clear piece of plastic material. The template is capable of sitting flat on any molding surface or the moldings can rest on the template for marking enabling the moldings to be positioned in place for marking and cutting to ascertain if all the pieces align properly. The template also includes 22 ½, 45 and 90 degree edges for marking various materials, a ruler edge and various sized holes for marking drilling positions. A pair of slits are formed in the template adjacent the bull nose enabling the top of the moldings to be marked.

Abstract: A tool for installation of horizontal siding strips having a flat front face and a rear face with a top and bottom portion, and having the top portion sloping rearwardly. The farther has a rearwardly projecting lip located at the bottom portion of the rear face and an upwardly projecting lip extending along the front face. A method for installing horizontal siding strips using the tool.

Abstract: The sensor attachment mechanism includes a rail member provided on an outer side surface of cylinder tube of a sensor, sensor attachment grooves to which the position-detecting sensors are installed provided in the rail member, and groove cover members which are installed in all of the sensor attachment grooves not occupied by the position-detecting sensors in order to prevent the invasion and accumulation of fluids and the like.

Abstract: A caliper has a main scale (1) having an inside-measuring jaw (2) and an outside-measuring jaw (3) and a slider (11) having an inside-measuring jaw (12) and an outside-measuring jaw (13) further includes a tube-shaped grip (30) provided on an end of the main scale (1) capable of movement in a longitudinal direction of the main scale (1), the grip (30) including a means for fixing the grip (30) relative to the main scale (1).

Abstract: The invention concerns a conditioning device to change the moisture content of printing stock, especially flat paper products, in which the stock is brought into contact with at least one endless cloth that absorbs moisture, the endless cloth being heated by heated transport rolls. A reduction of the moisture content contributes to a reduction of distortions of the printing image in two-sided printing, especially in digital printing machines.

Abstract: Method of selectively removing volatile components from a composition, comprising coating the composition onto a first substrate surface of a substrate, wherein the composition comprises a nonresident volatile component and a resident volatile component. The method further includes positioning at least a portion of the coated substrate between a condensing surface having a condensing surface temperature and a heating surface having a heating surface temperature that is greater than the condensing surface temperature, wherein the condensing surface is in a spaced apart, confronting relationship to the coated surface of the substrate and wherein the heated surface is in thermal contact with a second substrate surface opposite the first substrate surface. In the method, the heated surface temperature and the condensing surface temperature are such that the positioning step causes the nonresident volatile component to be selectively removed from the portion of the coated substrate.

Abstract: The device (10) and method are used for ventilating an offset pocket space (12) located in a drying section of a papermaking machine by injecting air from a heated dry air supply inlet (11). The offset pocket space (12) is situated between a set of three axially-parallel drying cylinders (20) over which consecutively runs a paper web (14). A first and a third of these cylinders (20) are vertically spaced from a second one. The paper web (14) is pressed against the first and the third cylinder (20) by a felt (16) which further runs around a felt roll (26) having a rotation axis parallel to that of the cylinders (20). The felt roll (26) is disposed between the three cylinders (20) in an offset position which is closer to the first cylinder (20) than the third cylinder (20).

Abstract: A vapor-permeable shoe comprising the following combination of elements: a vapor-permeable upper (11) associated with a vapor-permeable or perforated lining (12); a tread sole (13) made of perforated elastomer; a mid-sole, comprising at least one membrane (15) made of waterproof and vapor-permeable material associated with a lower protective layer (16) made of a material resistant of hydrolysis, the layer being water-repellent, vapor-permeable and/or perforated; a vapor-permeable or perforated insole (17); a vapor-permeable or perforated filler (19) layer arranged between said insole and said membrane. The membrane is associated and sealed, at its edge regions, to a pre-molded insert (14) which is suitable to form a perimetric support for the membrane both during assembly and during use.

Abstract: A shoe having at least one elongated shape memory alloy element and an electric circuit which when energized will produce a tightening of the shoe upper around the foot of a wearer. In a preferred embodiment, the shoe in one of a pair of golf shoes and the circuit in the shoe is energized by a switch in the heel that is turned on by the golfer clicking his heels together. Typically the golfer does this prior to each important swing of a golf club. A battery contained in the shoe provides a power source to produce a current in the circuit that heats the shape memory alloy causing it to reduce its length providing the tightening of the shoe uppers.

Abstract: A shoe system with a sole having a top surface and a bottom surface and a generally vertical peripheral side wall therebetween. The sole has a generally horizontal forward region. A plurality of transverse slots extend through holes in the side walls and across the forward region. A strap has opposed ends threaded through the slots for securing a wearer's foot to the sole.

Abstract: A universal cleat suitable for use for multiple different baseball shoes comprises a generally triangular base with a substantially flat bottom for fitting into a plurality of different shaped recesses in different shoes. There is a grip projecting from the base in a plane substantially perpendicular to the plane of the base. The base has an oblong shaped mounting hole for receiving a retaining screw.

Abstract: A mobile machine for clearing ballast from a ballast bed section wherefrom a tie has been removed comprises a machine frame extending in a longitudinal direction, undercarriages supporting the machine frame for mobility on a track supported on the ballast bed, and a ballast clearing device vertically adjustably mounted on the machine frame for clearing ballast from the ballast bed section. The ballast clearing device comprises an inner ballast clearing element arranged on the gage side of at least one rail and pivotal by a pivoting drive in a plane extending transversely to the longitudinal direction about an axis extending in the longitudinal direction, and an outer ballast clearing element vertically adjustable by a vertical adjustment drive independent of the inner ballast clearing element and arranged on the field side of the rail.

Abstract: A plowing apparatus for installing multiple utility lines having a plow is adapted to be attached to a prime mover for cutting and opening in the ground to a predetermined distance below the surface of the ground as the prime mover moves along the top of the ground. A utility line guide chute is disposed behind of the plow and is operatively attached to the plow. The guide chute includes a forward wall, bottom wall, a first and second side wall operatively attached to the front wall and at least a partially opened top for receiving utility lines to be installed into the ground as the plow moves forwardly. Divider members are disposed between the first and second guide walls for guiding the multiple utility lines in the top of the guide and out a lower rearward portion of the guide whereby utility lines can be laid into the ground at predetermined depths in vertically spaced relationships with respect to each other as the plow and guide chute move forward.

Abstract: A digging attachment is for a front-end loader of the type having an hydraulically-operated frame for supporting and manipulating a bucket, scoop, or other tool located at the front of the loader. The attachment includes a mainframe assembly constructed to be removably fastened to the frame of the front-end loader, and a digging-attachment assembly that includes a bucket and is constructed to be coupled to the mainframe assembly. A powered cylinder interposes the mainframe assembly and the attachment assembly, and is operable to move the bucket from a closed position to an open position.

Abstract: A preprinted label having an electron beam cured coating is described. The label is especially well suited for application to plastic bottles. The label is formed from a base film of oriented polypropylene on which surface printing is provided. An electron beam curable coating, formed from epoxy acrylate oligomers and acrylate monomers, is applied to the base film and cured using an electron beam.

Abstract: A water globe arrangement includes a fluid pump immersed in a fluid within the fluid-containing glass dome, the fluid pump drawing fluid in through a fluid inlet and expelling the fluid through a fluid outlet, thereby circulating the fluid and creating a visual movement effect within the glass dome. In one aspect of the invention, a glass dome is filled with water and contains a number of small free particles having a specific gravity greater than that of the water. Upon activation of the fluid pump, a continuous flow of circulating fluid keeps the free particles in constant motion within the glass dome. In another embodiment of the invention, the fluid pump forces fluid within the glass dome along an elongated passageway coupled to the pump fluid outlet for directing the flow of fluid to a location remote from the fluid outlet.

Abstract: A holder for construction plans having a cylindrical rod rotatably mounted between a first perpendicular segment attached to the first end of a base and a second perpendicular segment attached to the second end of the base. A first end of the cylindrical rod passes through the first perpendicular segment and can be used to rotate the cylindrical rod. One end of the construction plans can be folded and inserted into a longitudinal groove that exists in the cylindrical rod. Optionally, a peg removably fits into an opening transversely located in the rod to prevent the rod from slipping from its intended position; and magnets may be attached to the bottom of the base to hold it releasably on a motor vehicle.

Abstract: An emergency indicator to be placed outside of a residence or business during emergency situations in order to facilitate emergency personnel, such as ambulance, fireman or police, in locating the particular residence or business in need of emergency services, as well as methods for using same. The emergency indicator includes a mounting frame and an information display member containing the indication of an emergency situation by having the numerals “911” affixed thereon. Shown beneath “911” is the address or name of the residence or business in need of emergency services. The emergency information can consist of numbers and/or letters and can be constructed from a reflective material.

Abstract: An improved metal sign, a method for production thereof, and a metal plate for use in the method. The sign includes a photographic image of at least one color developed directly on the sign. The method includes the steps of: (a) placing a film of a photographic image over a photosensitive material on a metal plate and causing light to pass through the film so that it exposes at least a portion of the photosensitive material; (b) developing the photosensitive material so that a dye receptive copy of the photographic image is generated on the metal plate; and (c) applying a dye to the metal plate so that a colored copy of the photographic image is created. The metal plate is at least partially coated with a photosensitive material, and includes at least one metal selected from the group consisting of aluminum, copper, iron, steel, gold, silver, beryllium, molybdenum, titanium, tin and lead.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for printing photo's on a page to create a photo “cube” using origami.

Abstract: An improved assembly for preserving and displaying an item of memorabilia in three dimensions including: a first planar substrate, said first substrate having an opening adapted to receive a transparent shaped memorabilia enclosure; a second hard transparent layer, said transparent layer adapted to be co-extensively adhered to said first substrate, said transparent layer having an opening therein corresponding to said opening in said first substrate; a transparent memorabilia enclosure adapted to fit securely within said openings of said first substrate and said second layer wherein the transparent memorabilia an improved assembly for preserving and displaying an item of memorabilia in three dimensions.

Abstract: A handheld training pistol specifically designed to train the user to anticipate the transition from double-action to single-action experienced when shooting most semi-automatic pistols. The training pistol includes a blocking bar (19) that prevents full forward movement of the reset mechanism, causing the training pistol to simulate a single-action trigger pull. The training pistol further includes a decocking system that allows the user to transition the training pistol back to the double-action or starting position. The training pistol is made of some type of brightly colored plastic with weighted inserts to provide a realistic training device.

Abstract: A fixture attaches a pistol accessory to a pistol. The fixture has a seat having a holding hole for retaining the pistol accessory, the seat having a generally U-shaped body with two flank sides connected by a bottom surface, and with each flank side having an inner surface and a fixing hole. The seat further includes a sliding track disposed on the inner surface of each flank side, with each sliding track slidable along one of the longitudinal grooves along the bottom edge of the pistol barrel. The fixture also includes a fixing rod extending through the fixing holes in the two flank sides, and an elastic mechanism provided adjacent the bottom surface of the seat and engaging the fixing rod to bias the fixing rod into a transverse groove at the bottom edge of the pistol when the fixture is attached to the pistol.