Patents Issued in July 31, 2003
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Publication number: 20030141741Abstract: A fastening device for a convertible top includes a front bow, a front window frame, a bracket disposed on one of the front bow and the front window frame, a first catch element assigned to the other of the front bow and the front window frame, and at least one second catch element. The first catch element is secured so as to be pivotable about a first axis, and is connectable to the bracket. The at least one second catch element is connectable to the bracket and pivotable about a second axis spaced apart from the first axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: Edscha Cabrio-Dachsysteme GmbHInventor: Klaus Obendiek
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Publication number: 20030141742Abstract: A drive mechanism unit (1) for moving a cover (9) in an motor vehicle comprises a motor (2) for driving a flexible shaft (3) and a gearing (4) for converting the rotation of the shaft (3) into a translation of a drive element (7) connected to the carrier, wherein the carrier is provided for deflecting the cover (9). The space required for installation was kept to a minimum. The drive is designed such that the cover (9) is extended and retracted in a uniform fashion. Mounting is quick and simple.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Horst Schmidt
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Publication number: 20030141743Abstract: A vehicle closure body structure is provided with an outer panel, an inner panel opposed to the outer panel, with the outer panel and the inner panel forming a hollow structure of a closure body adapted to be mounted to an opening portion of a vehicle body through a hinge secured to the inner panel, a reinforce joined to the inner panel, inside the closure body, in at least a hinge fixing area thereof at which the hinge is fixed, and a tunneled portion formed in the reinforce to form a passage between the tunneled portion and the inner panel so as to permit wiring harness to be arranged therein.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 23, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Fumitake Miyahara, Akira Nakazato
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Publication number: 20030141744Abstract: A utility vehicle 10 is provided with an extended chassis 12. The utility vehicle 10 is provided to accommodate a driver's compartment 50 having a seat 56 for a driver and a plurality of passengers. A first passenger compartment 60 is provided behind the driver compartment 50 having a seat 62 for seating a second plurality of passengers thereon. A second passenger compartment 66 is formed on the extended chassis 12 behind the first passenger compartment 60. The second passenger compartment 66 is provided with a seat 68 for seating a third plurality of passengers thereon. A storage compartment 80 is also provided directly behind the second passenger compartment 66. Side access doors 58, 64 and 70 are provided for the driver's compartment, first passenger compartment 60 and second passenger compartment 66, respectively. A rear access door 84 is provided so that the cargo can be put in and taken out of the utility vehicle 10 as desired.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Glenn A. Stewart, Michael A. Richardson
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Publication number: 20030141745Abstract: A front end assembly for a motor vehicle having spaced apart upper and lower side rails includes an elongated upper cross member adapted to be fixedly secured to and extend between the spaced apart upper side rails. The upper cross member has a mounting surface extending the length thereof. The front end assembly also includes an elongated lower cross member adapted be fixedly secured to and extend between the spaced apart lower side rails. The lower cross member has a mounting surface extending along the length thereof. In addition, the front end assembly includes a component integration panel having upper and lower mounting portions for complementary mating engagement with the mounting surfaces of the respective upper and lower cross members to position the component integration panel between the upper and lower side rails and provide support to the component integration panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Jack V. Henderson, John Patrick Schultz, Keijo Huotari
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Publication number: 20030141746Abstract: A body suitable for motor vehicles, especially for passenger cars, comprises a passenger compartment with at least one supporting structure connected thereto, for example, for accommodating a driving unit and wheel guiding elements, the supporting structure being connected by a holder with the passenger compartment. To optimize this body, the supporting structure, having a connecting region to the passenger compartment, and a rear end region, is formed by an enveloping device of high strength, especially of fiberglass-reinforced plastic, the strength of which is optimized, the enveloping device surrounding the driving unit substantially all around.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: Dr. Ing. h.c.F. Porsche AGInventors: Oliver Stoffels, Dieter Steinhauser, Thomas Meier
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Publication number: 20030141747Abstract: Disclosed is an upper connecting structure of a side rail and a center pillar. The side rail has a closed cross section constituted by a side rail outer and a side rail inner disposed inside of the side rail outer. A ridge line extending in a lengthwise direction of a vehicle is formed by an upper surface and a side surface of the side rail outer. Further, a plurality of bead sections are formed over the upper and side surfaces of the side rail outer across the ridge line. More specifically, a pair of bead sections are formed with a connecting portion of the side rail outer and the center pillar between so as to securely prevent the upper connecting structure from being collapsed.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Masayuki Honma, Yutaka Miyata
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Publication number: 20030141748Abstract: A vehicle has a roof assembly for opening an opening in its fixed roof. The roof assembly includes a frame attached to the vehicle roof and a panel which is movably supported by said stationary part and which can be adjusted by an adjusting mechanism including a driving slide. The panel is movable between a closed position for closing the roof opening, and an open, rearward position for being at least partially above the roof behind the roof opening, in which the roof opening is at least partially released. The frame is fitted with at least one front longitudinal guide track extending at least along the roof opening, whereas a rear longitudinal guide track is mounted at least substantially rearward of the roof opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 23, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Peter Christiaan Leonardus Johannes Manders, Egbert Boersma
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Publication number: 20030141749Abstract: Various embodiments of a drive device for motor vehicle sliding sunroofs or the like are proposed, in which the drive cables wound with wire in screw thread-like manner used hitherto as drive transmission elements in particular for the drive of the displaceable cover but also for the drive of displaceable shading or wind deflection elements are replaced by endless, tensile stress-resistant, low-noise guided toothed belts.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Norbert Friedrich, Rainer Hattass
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Publication number: 20030141750Abstract: A system having a plurality of platforms for positioning control devices near an occupant of a chair. The system includes a first and second support shaft affixed to each side of a chair. A first side platform is affixed to the first support shaft. A second side platform is affixed to the second support shaft. A front platform is positioned in front of the chair. The front platform may be rotated away from the front of the chair by a pivot system which assists in moving the front platform. The system may also include two accessory platforms mounted adjacent each side platform. All the platforms may be adjustably positioned for the occupant of the chair. Computer and gaming control devices may be placed on top of the platforms.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Dennis D. Rossko
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Publication number: 20030141751Abstract: A neckrest, for a chair having a backrest, is configured to be attached to a backrest shield in a height-adjustable manner. The neckrest includes a circular cross-section retaining rod, configured to be connected to the backrest shield via an articulated or movable connection so as to be tiltable by up to approximately 30° in a vertical plane vertically with respect to a surface of the backrest, and a circular cross-section guide sleeve, mounted on the retaining rod so as to be slidingly shiftable by up to approximately 200 mm on the retaining rod. The retaining rod includes a molding on a side thereof which is closest the backrest and seated in a housing having a recess. The molding has a round surface which slides under pressure on a polyurethane rubber material friction dampening device so as to achieve the articulated connection.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: SEDUS STOLL AGInventors: Thomas Stenzel, Michael Klaesener
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Publication number: 20030141752Abstract: A seat framework for use in a bus, which is basically from by a tubular seat back frame member and a tubular seat cushion frame member. The seat framework is fixed via a support leg element on a floor of the bus and provided with a reinforcement element which includes an angle portion of L-shaped cross-section and a tubular portion. The reinforcement element is provided between the seat framework and the support leg element, such that the angle portion thereof is fixed on either of the two lateral frame portions of the seat back frame member, while the tubular portion thereof is fixedly connected with the support leg element. The reinforcement element may be so formed as to include two angle portions and a tubular intermediate portion defined between the two angle portions.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: Tachi-S Co., LtdInventor: Fumio Igarashi
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Publication number: 20030141753Abstract: A cutting bit includes a steel body on which a carbide cutting tip is brazed. Disposed rearwardly of a rearwardmost end of the tip, on a tapered side surface of a head of the bit body is an annular ledge which extends laterally outwardly sufficiently far to deflect cuttings laterally away from the bit. The ledge can be formed integrally with the bit body as the result of a machining operation, or the ledge can comprise a split ring that is elastically held in a groove formed in the tapered side surface. The ledge extends perpendicularly to a center axis of the bit, or is inclined slightly forwardly, in order to trap cuttings, such as asphalt, to cause a protective ring of asphalt to be formed in front of the ledge.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Kent Peay, Timothy J. Shean
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Publication number: 20030141754Abstract: Wheel for an automobile, in which assembly between the sheet metal disc and the wheel rim is effected under the outer seat of the rim by cylindrical fitting.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: Michelin Recherche et Technique S.A.Inventors: Bruno Guimard, Denis Alff
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Publication number: 20030141755Abstract: A cast wheel rim (1) including a light-metal body (2) which at least partially encompasses at least one shaped part (8, 8′, 8″) forming a cast-in core and having a mean specific weight smaller than that of the light metal used for the casting, wherein the shaped part (8, 8′, 8″) is comprised of a pressed body made of a porous silicate material.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Johann Langgartner
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Publication number: 20030141756Abstract: A detachable front wheel structure of a golf cart includes a main frame having a lower portion provided with a front wheel frame, and a quick release device mounted between the main frame and the front wheel frame. The quick release device includes a connecting rod, a mounting member, a spring, a push button, a rectangular sleeve, and an outer mounting seat. Thus, the front wheel frame may be mounted on and detached from the main frame easily and rapidly by action of the quick release device.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Chong-Yong Liu
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Publication number: 20030141757Abstract: Motor vehicle axle assembly that includes two arms configured to be mounted in an articulated manner to a motor vehicle body. Each of the two arms is coupled to a wheel-bearing knuckle. A crosspiece is coupled to each of the two arms. At least one insert includes at least one elastomer element and at least one bearing. The at least one insert is arranged to at least one of couple at least one end of the cross piece to at least one of the two arms and couple a first part of the cross piece to a second part of the cross piece. This abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Philippe Deletombe
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Publication number: 20030141758Abstract: The invention relates to a pneumatic brake force producing device comprising at least one suction device for the surrounding air. The aim of the invention is to prevent the condensation of air humidity in the brake force producing device. According to the invention, this can be achieved in an especially reliable manner by passing the aspirated air through a condenser before it enters the brake force producing device. The air-guiding parts in said condenser are at a lower temperature than the air-guiding parts of the brake force producing device in such a way that enough air humidity from the air condenses in the condenser to avoid further condensation in the brake force producing device.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Heinrich Ernstberger, Albert Kerscher, Christian Schubert, Peter Limmer
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Publication number: 20030141759Abstract: A method and a device for the control of a vehicle brake system are described. In this context, the setpoint values for each wheel are corrected based on the difference between brake pressures in at least one wheel brake of two different brake circuits.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Andreas Erban, Thomas Rader, Alexander Haeussler, Manfred Gerdes, Ralf Gutmann, Thomas Glasstetter
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Publication number: 20030141760Abstract: A crawler track is provided which is improved in the service life of bushings engaging a driving wheel (sprocket) of a track type vehicle, thereby reducing the running cost and which can be used under high loading conditions and therefore has a wide range of applications covering all types of machines from small-sized to large-sized work machines. In the crawler track of the track type vehicle having a track chain composed of a plurality of track links each having a pair of links spaced apart from each other in a lateral direction and a pin for coupling the pair of links, the track links being connected in the form of a loop by their pins, each bushing engaging the driving wheel (sprocket) is rotatably mounted to its associated pin and a beam for coupling the pair of links is disposed at the center of the space between every adjacent pins.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 23, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Teiji Yamamoto
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Publication number: 20030141761Abstract: The object of the invention is to provide a crawler shoe wherein a shoe member is simply and conveniently attached, and members employed are prevented from loosening, without changing the basic structure of shoe plate main body even when not being constructed very accurately. The structure of the crawler shoe having shoe plates, to which shoe members having rubber pads are attached on ground contacting surfaces of the shoe plates, the shoe plates being connected with each other by connecting links on the shoe plates with coupling pins in an endless form is characterized by containing hook parts formed at first ends of the shoe members and configured to be engaged with first side parts the shoe plates, side plates provided on the second ends of the shoe members for retaining the second side parts of the shoe plates, and retaining members provided on the side plates for holding and fixing the second side parts of the shoe plates.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Shingo Katoh
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Publication number: 20030141762Abstract: An object presence detection device, of the type mounted to a motor vehicle having at least one blind spot, where the detection device is for detecting an object situated in the blind spot, comprises: a receiver for detecting electromagnetic waves, comprising a focussing device, and a light detector converting said received electromagnetic waves into electrical signals; an electronic circuit converting the electrical signals into digitized signals; a logic circuit analyzing the digitized signals to analyze the presence of objects in the blind spot which are moving relative to the vehicle, and emitting variable output signals depending on the result of the analysis; indicator members activated by the output signals, suitable to be perceived by the driver.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Alvise Sartori, Giampietro Tecchiolli, Bruno Crespi, Jose Maria Tarrago Pujol, Francesc Daura Luna, Daniel Bande Martinez
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Publication number: 20030141763Abstract: A current regulator that controls a load current by selectively connecting the load to a high voltage source and a low voltage source. The switching is triggered by a command pulse. By switching between the high voltage source and the low voltage source, the regulator controls load current without generating emissions. The low voltage source also maintains the load current at a selected level without requiring switching.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: Siemens VDO Automotive, Inc.Inventors: Shawn Lance Tracy, Rafael Cobas Asensio, Lou Vierling
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Publication number: 20030141764Abstract: An economical digital voltage sag compensator for overcoming sags in distributed electrical power. The voltage sag compensator employs an inexpensive micro-controller, a full wave bridge rectifier, a DC power supply, a voltage divider and an output switch. The micro-controller continuously monitors and evaluates, with respect to a setpoint measured in volt-seconds, the rectified DC voltage. At regularly spaced trigger events, as determined by the micro-controller, the micro-controller concurrently monitors the rectified DC voltage, evaluates the monitored voltage with respect to the setpoint, produces an output signal and sends that output signal to the output switch. The output switch supplies an electrical device, connected electrically in series with the full wave bridge rectifier and the output switch, with a constant average current of sufficient level to maintain the electrical device in a desired operating condition.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: Square D CompanyInventors: Scott R. Brown, Mark J. Kocher, Roy S. Colby, Robert J. Dwulet, Timothy B. Phillips
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Publication number: 20030141765Abstract: An electrical switch assembly for controlling an electrical appliance, which assembly comprises first and second electrical elements. The first element is an on/off switch for initially switching on the appliance. The second element is a pressure-sensitive variable resistor for subsequently adjusting the operating condition of the appliance. The variable resistor comprises a first part having a resilient deformable and electrically conducting resistive surface, and a second part having a surface including two contacts and a resistive element connecting the two contacts. One of the parts is movable to press against the other part such that their surfaces bear against one another, thereby causing the resistive surface to deform against the surface of the second part over an area of contact and causing electrical connection between the resistive surface and element.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: Defond Manufacturing LimitedInventor: Raymond Wai Hang Chu
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Publication number: 20030141766Abstract: Disclosed is a device for sensing and blocking froth in a home machine for manufacturing soybean milk, watery bean curd, and bean curd, which allows a heater not to be operated only when the home manufacturing machine contains froth, so as to remove froth, thereby preventing the machine from getting damaged. The apparatus includes a plurality of components installed in a body.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Hong-bae Kim
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Publication number: 20030141767Abstract: A method of controlling the power of an electrical device in dependence on a temperature includes determining a temperature or a variable which depends on the temperature of an element selected from the group consisting of a current supply unit connected with the electrical device, one or several components of the electrical device, and both, and when the determined temperature or a variable which depends on it exceeds a predetermined threshold, reducing power taken from the electrical device until the temperature or a variable which depends on it falls below the threshold or a lower threshold.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Stefan Roepke, Rainer Glauning
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Publication number: 20030141768Abstract: A linear motor assembly includes opposing first and second magnet arrays; an elongated first yoke adapted to receive the first magnet array; an elongated second yoke adapted to receive the second magnet array; and a central magnet array positioned between the elongated first and second yokes, the central magnet array being adapted to slidably receive first and second coils on both sides of the central magnet array without a gap therebetween.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Yong-yil Kim
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Publication number: 20030141769Abstract: In a linear motor, each arrayed coil unit (160) of a stator yoke (151) is divided into an upper coil (161) and lower coil (162). A cooling pipe (153) is interposed between the upper coil (161) and the lower coil (162).Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: Canon Kabushiki KaishaInventor: Hiroyoshi Kubo
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Publication number: 20030141770Abstract: In a stator core having a plurality of teeth, which elongate in an inner radial direction and slots, which are configured among the teeth, powder is caused to adhere to the stator core, the powder adhering to an inner peripheral face of the stator core is removed, and the stator core is heated to melt and harden the powder.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: MITSUBISHI DENKI KABUSHIKI KAISHAInventors: Syuuichi Tamura, Tsuyoshi Takahashi, Shuji Tohyama, Yoshihiro Kazuha, Atsushi Oohashi, Katsuya Kinoshita
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Publication number: 20030141771Abstract: A terminal board assembly for a multi-voltage device. The terminal board assembly includes a terminal board including a terminal block. The terminal board is configured for attachment to the multi-voltage device. The terminal block is configured to electrically couple with an electrical power source and the multi-voltage device. The assembly also includes a plug that is configured for insertion within the terminal block. The terminal block is configured to receive the plug in at least one of a first inserted position and a second inserted position. The orientation of the plug relative to the terminal block is the same in the first inserted position as in the second inserted position. The terminal block is configured to transfer a first voltage to the multi-voltage device when the plug is attached to the terminal block in the first inserted position.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Thaylen K. Leany, Lynn Edwin Fisher, Narayan Mangesh
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Publication number: 20030141772Abstract: A system and method for controlling an active magnetic bearing assembly by varying the system control laws in a continuous non-linear fashion as a function of rotor rotational speed. The system control law variation is carried out in a continuous and optimal manner over the operating speed range of the rotor, and is not computationally intensive.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Stephen G. Abel
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Publication number: 20030141773Abstract: An active magnetic bearing assembly includes at least two rotors and two stator assemblies each having two pole faces. The pole faces of the stator assemblies are axially offset from the pole faces of their associated rotors. Thus, axial control of a shaft that is rotationally mounted using the active magnetic bearing assembly is provided by a reluctance centering force.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Stephen G. Abel
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Publication number: 20030141774Abstract: A rotor for a rotating electric machine comprises a shaft, a cylindrical permanent magnet put on the shaft, and a holding ring fixedly put on the permanent magnet. The permanent magnet is magnetized by Halbach magnetization, and the holding ring is formed by circumferentially alternately arranging nonmagnetic segments of a nonmagnetic material and magnetic segments of a magnetic material. Another rotor for a rotating electric machine comprises a solid, cylindrical permanent magnet, and a cylindrical holding ring put on the permanent magnet, wherein the permanent magnet is magnetized by Halbach magnetization, and the holding ring is formed by circumferentially alternately arranging nonmagnetic segments of a nonmagnetic material and magnetic segments of a magnetic material. A rotating electric machine is provided with one of the foregoing rotors, and a gas turbine power plant is equipped with a rotating electric machine including one of the foregoing rotors.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: HITACHI LTD.Inventors: Akiyoshi Komura, Miyoshi Takahashi, Kazumasa Ide, Mamoru Kimura, Takanobu Mori, Kiyoshi Yamaguchi, Takashi Matsunobu
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Publication number: 20030141775Abstract: A method for making a dynamoelectric machine conductor bar, compromises providing a plurality of bundled together spiraling strand conductors having surrounding insulation to define a substantially rectangular shape with the strand conductors and strand insulation defining an opposing conductor bar end portion having an electrically insulated gap between the strand insulation adjacent the bar end portion; and applying a filler material to fill the gap to electrically shield the conductor bar end portion and to a greater than 0.080 to about 1.5 inch continuous outer radius surface end portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Karim Younsi, David A. Snopek, Luc Lafortune, Jeff D. Sheaffer, William R. Mischler, Mark Markovitz
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Publication number: 20030141776Abstract: The invention comprises a two part rotor coil support block, wherein a spring disposed between the two block halves allows for the thermal expansion of coils wound around the assembled block.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Robert G. Hamilton, Thomas Blakelock, Leonard P. Squillacioti
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Publication number: 20030141777Abstract: A copper-zinc alloy powder of which zinc content is from 10 to 50 wt % and of which mean particle diameter is from 15 &mgr;m or under is added to a Pb-less brush body comprising graphite, copper and a metal sulfide solid lubricant of a copper-graphite brush.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: TRIS Inc.Inventors: Takayoshi Otani, Masakiyo Shimada, Hirotada Kanagawa, Yukinobu Isoda, Kyoji Inukai, Youichi Murakami, Yasuyuki Wakahara, Masami Niimi, Ryoichi Honbo
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Publication number: 20030141778Abstract: A device such as an electric motor, an electric generator, and a regenerative electric motor includes a plurality of independent energizable electromagnetic assemblies. Each independent electromagnetic assembly has an associated one-piece magnetic core formed from thin film soft magnetic material. Each independent electromagnetic assembly defines two stator poles located at opposite ends of the one-piece magnetic core. Each one-piece magnetic core provides the entire magnetic return path for the two opposite magnetic stator poles associated with each independent electromagnetic assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Ramon A. Caamano
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Publication number: 20030141779Abstract: A device such as an electric motor, an electric generator, or a regenerative electric motor includes at least one stator arrangement having a plurality of electromagnetic assemblies with each electromagnetic assembly including at least a portion of a magnetic core that is formed from thin film soft magnetic material. The electromagnetic assemblies define a plurality of stator poles. The device also includes at least one rotor arrangement supported for rotation about a given rotational axis at a certain range of normal operating rotational speeds. The rotor arrangement has a plurality of rotor poles for magnetically interacting with the stator poles. The rotor poles are supported for rotation about the rotational axis along a circular path.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Ramon A. Caamano
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Publication number: 20030141780Abstract: An electric rotary machine comprises a cylindrical pole tooth ring and a plurality of salient poles each including a pole tooth. The salient poles are each positioned and fixed such the pole tooth makes firm contact with the pole tooth ring by means of each of a plurality of mechanisms, which are arrayed circumferentially on the pole tooth ring, and which each comprise bend-ups adapted to be elastically deformed when the pole tooth is fitted into the mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: Minebea Co., Ltd.Inventors: Yuzuru Suzuki, Seiichi Matsuura, Kunitake Matsushita, Masato Hata, Sakae Fujitani
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Publication number: 20030141781Abstract: An electric rotary machine comprises: a cylindrical pole tooth ring provided with a plurality of slits; and a plurality of salient poles each including a pole tooth. The salient poles are each positioned and fixed such that the pole tooth is fitted into the slit, which, by means of openings formed on the pole tooth ring along and close to the side wall of the slit, is adapted to be elastically deformed when receiving the pole tooth fitted thereinto.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: Minebea Co. , Ltd.Inventors: Yuzuru Suzuki, Seiichi Matsuura, Sakae Fujitani
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Publication number: 20030141782Abstract: For gluing stress-sensitive component substrates (BS) having a system carrier (ST), it is proposed to provide spacing structures (AS) between the two surfaces to be glued, the structures assuring a defined arrangement of the two surfaces to be glued. The spacing structures can be created through a screening process, and the space between the spacing structures can be filled with glue (K).Type: ApplicationFiled: November 25, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Bernhard Bader, Peter Geschka, Jurgen Agrikola
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Publication number: 20030141783Abstract: The invention relates to an array of ultrasound transducers which each comprise a substrate (1), a membrane (2), a first electrode (4), a piezoelectric layer (5), and a second electrode (6), wherein the substrate (1) comprises at least one opening (3) which adjoins the membrane (2) at one side, while the piezoelectric layer (5) has a high piezoelectric coupling coefficient k and is textured. The invention further relates to an ultrasound transducer and to a method of manufacturing an array of ultrasound transducers.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 27, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS, N.V.Inventors: Mareike Klee, Tilman Schlenker, Olaf Dannappel, Hans-Peter Loebl, Georg Schmitz, John Fraser
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Publication number: 20030141784Abstract: A megasonic cleaning apparatus configured to provide effective cleaning of a substrate without causing damage to the substrate is provided. The apparatus includes a megasonic probe, a transducer configured to energize the probe, and a heat transfer element disposed between the transducer and the probe. The heat transfer element may be configured to direct the sonic energy from the transducer toward specific areas of the probe so as to reduce the effect of normal-incident waves relative to shallow-angle waves. Alternatively, a rear end face of the probe may be configured for this purpose. Another embodiment provides a coupler disposed between the heat transfer element and the rear end face of the probe for directing the sonic energy from the transducer toward specific areas of the probe.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Mario E. Bran
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Publication number: 20030141785Abstract: A PZT fiber is formed by using a titanium wire or a heat-resistant metal wire made of platinum or the like, as a core wire, and overlaying PZT crystals on a surface of the wire. A smart board utilizing the PZT fiber is formed by embedding the PZT fiber into a conductive composite material layer made of carbon fiber reinforced plastic or the like. An actuator utilizing the smart board is constituted by applying a voltage between the PZT fiber and the conductive composite layer of the smart board.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 21, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventors: Hiroshi Sato, Yoshiro Shimojo, Tadashi Sekiya
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Publication number: 20030141786Abstract: A laminated piezoelectric actuator includes piezoelectric plates, and inner electrode layers composed of an electrode material. The piezoelectric plates and the inner electrode layers are laminated alternately. The electrode material includes a metallic component, and an electrically conductive oxide. When the electrically conductive oxide, in which the oxygen ions works as carriers, is added to the electrode material, oxygen is supplied into the operating piezoelectric plates from the inner electrode layers. As a result, the piezoelectric plates are inhibited from degrading.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHAInventor: Takenobu Sakai
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Publication number: 20030141787Abstract: The invention relates to systems and methods for electrically communicating with an electroactive polymer using one or more electrodes that do not contact the polymer. A non-contact electrode communicates charge to or from a portion of the polymer, typically through a medium. For example, the medium may include air, a vacuum, or a specialized gas that facilitates transfer of charge between the electrode and the polymer. The charge may include positive or negative ions or electrodes and may act to actuate the polymer, or diminish actuation applied to polymer in one or more specific polymer portions.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: SRI InternationalInventors: Ronald E. Pelrine, Roy D. Kornbluh
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Publication number: 20030141788Abstract: A method for manufacturing a thin film is performed such that the internal stress is controlled while the preferred orientation property is maintained at a high value. An AlN piezoelectric thin film is formed on a substrate by a sputtering method using a mixed gas including Ar and nitrogen, wherein the mixed gas has a nitrogen flow rate ratio, that is, nitrogen flow rate relative to the sum of the Ar flow rate and the nitrogen flow rate, of about 10% to about 75%.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2003Publication date: July 31, 2003Applicant: Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.Inventors: Hajime Yamada, Masaki Takeuchi
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Publication number: 20030141789Abstract: A modular furniture assembly includes at least one first component and a second component. The second component includes a cavity. The at least one first component and the second component are adaptable to be stowed in a compact stowed position such that the modular furniture assembly forms a geometric shape when in the stowed position. A method for forming a furniture assembly is also disclosed. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.72(b).Type: ApplicationFiled: October 4, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Tracei Gorelick
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Publication number: 20030141790Abstract: Internal locking device for drawer slide rail, including a first and a second slide rail assemblies and a first activator, a second activator and a shaft rod. Each of the first and second slide rail assemblies includes a stationary slide rail and a set of extensible slide rail. The first activator is disposed at front end of the extensible slide rail. The second activator includes a pair of base seats and a pair of transmission members. The base seats are vertically slidably disposed at front end of the stationary slide rail. The transmission members are correspondingly pivotally disposed on the stationary slide rail and positioned on the base seats. The shaft rod is disposed between the first and second slide rail assemblies with two ends respectively connected with the base seats of the first and second slide rail assemblies.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 15, 2002Publication date: July 31, 2003Inventor: Kuo-Chan Weng