Abstract: The present invention provides an inflator including pressurized gas, in which a discharge amount of combustion residues is suppressed.

Abstract: A tubular crossmember for a vehicle frame having spaced apart rails. The crossmember includes an “X” shaped member and two elongated members. Ends of legs of the “X” shaped member are constrained to ends of the elongated members. The two elongated members are parallel and are spaced apart by the “X” shaped member. The tubular crossmember is adapted to be connected to rails to construct a vehicle frame.

Abstract: A mud flap with decorative panel having a mounting face and a peripheral edge. A flange extends outwardly from the mounting face along substantially all of the peripheral edge. A flap body is provided having grooves adapted to receive the flange of the decorative panel. The flange of the decorative panel engages the grooves of the flap body to prevent debris from infiltrating between the mud flap and the decorative panel.

Abstract: The ACCORDION CENTERFOLD SECTION of the “B C” will allow the holder to cover and protect different books, with different book binding widths. This ACCORDION CENTERFOLD SECTION design is a completely new concept. Not only does the “B C” provide for the ACCORDION CENTERFOLD SECTION design, it also has the capability of inserting and protecting papers, notes, and/or worksheets in its FOUR (4) POCKETS. Since these POCKETS are inside the book binding, they receive additional protection from damage.

Abstract: An advertising apparatus and method utilizing a sheet of pre-cut removable and repositionable page marking stickers insertable into a magazine or other publication. The individual page markers can selectively include advertisements printed on the bottom surfaces of the markers, which include adhesive, as well as on the sheet surfaces underlying the page markers. Advertisements printed on the underside of a page marker (including under the adhesive) and on the associated portion of underlying sheet may directly or indirectly relate to or correspond to one another, and are exposed when the marker is peeled from the underlying sheet to mark a page of interest in the magazine for later reference. The advertisement on the marker is highly visible when the marker is used to mark a page. The advertisement on the exposed underlying sheet is visible whenever that page is open.

Abstract: The invention relates to a printed data carrier having a printed surface and at least one printed partial surface enclosed thereby on all sides, the surface and the partial surface being printed by intaglio printing and contrasting visually due to an ink layer of varying thickness. The invention likewise relates to the method for producing the data carrier, the printing plate used therefor, and the method for producing the printing plate.

Abstract: Disclosed is a label for in-mold forming comprising a thermoplastic resin film base layer and a heat-seal resin layer, wherein a surface of the heat-seal resin layer has a centerline average roughness of 0.5 to 5 micrometers and the label has an air permeability of 10 to 20,000 seconds. When in-mold forming is conducted with the label of the present invention, labeled molded resin articles of various shapes can be manufactured while effectively inhibiting blistering.

Abstract: A method of forming a debit card and a debit card formed by the method are disclosed. A planar card member has opposing surfaces. A PIN is printed on one of the surfaces. The planar card member is advanced along a predetermined path of travel such as on a conveyor. A radiation cured, opaque scratch-off coating is applied onto the surface having the PIN such that the PIN is covered by the applied scratch-off coating. The scratch-off coating is radiation cured, preferably by ultraviolet radiation.

Abstract: A sealing installation mountable in the interior of a conduit. The installation includes a resilient connector sleeve having connector sealing assemblies at opposite ends of the sleeve. A first seal sleeve has seal sleeve sealing assemblies on opposite ends thereof has one seal sleeve sealing assembly engaging one of the connector sealing assemblies and the other seal sleeve sealing assembly in sealing contact with the interior of the conduit. A second seal sleeve has second seal sleeve sealing assemblies on opposite ends. One second seal sleeve sealing assembly engages a connector sealing assembly and the other seal sleeve sealing assembly is in sealing contact with the interior of the conduit.

Abstract: A mounting structure for a tubular member is disclosed. At least a claw (11) making up a protrusion is formed on the outer surface of a drain hose (1) making up a tubular member. At least an annular depressed portion (22) is formed on the inner surface of a holding hole (21) of a grommet (2) making up a holding member. The claw (11) and the depressed portion (22) are fitted with each other, so that the drain hose (1) is securely held in a manner such that it cannot come off from the grommet (2) supported by a body panel (3). The outer surface of the drain hose (1) is formed with a mark (12) providing an indication of the amount of insertion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pipe connection configuration which is particularly used for furnace exhaust pipe connection or the like. A sheet metal pipe with an open end thereof is mounted to a sheet metal T-shaped three-way pipe joint. The pipe joint has a first pipe section and a second pipe section extending perpendicularly from the first pipe section. The pipe joint includes a pair of diametrically opposed bayonet slots extending from an open end of the second pipe section for receiving and engaging a pair of diametrically opposed pins projecting radially and outwardly from the pipe when the open end of the pipe slides into the open end of the second pipe section, in order to ensure a secure connection between the pipe and the pipe joint. Such a pipe connection configuration provides a self-locking connection of the pipe to the T-shaped three-way pipe joint in a very simple manner which reduces the amount of labour required on site.

Abstract: A coupling for joining conduits together is disclosed, the coupling having male and female fitting portions held in engagement by a self-locking roller cam positioned on the female portion. The roller cam has a cam body rotatable about an axis offset from the center of the cam body. An annular roller surrounds the cam body and is rotatable relatively to it. An outwardly facing surface on the roller engages an opposing concave surface on the male portion of the coupling. Reaction forces between the roller and the opposing surface operate along a line of action initially positioned to one side of the offset axis to create a torque opposing rotation of the cam into engagement with the opposing concave surface.

Abstract: A safety quick connection for connecting a source of fluid to a working element has a body connectable to the fluid source, a fitting member connectable to the working element and movable relative to the body, and a locking member, the body, the feeding member and the locking member being formed so that under the action of fluid flowing through the connection from the fluid source to the working element a part of the body engages with a part of the locking member and prevents opening of the connection.

Abstract: A connector for the connection of pressure vessels utilizing toroidal surfaces to achieve a maximum of contact area sliding parallel to motion of locking segment when achieving high preload to minimize high stress contact points and the resultant wear when subjected to multiple operations and orientation means to cause any wear to be repeatedly in the same area such that selected critical areas will not be subjected to high contact stress wear.

Abstract: A clamshell coupling for a conduit system is provided. The clamshell coupling may comprise at least one longitudinal housing having first and second ends adapted to receive sections of conduit. A restraint system may be disposed on an interior surface of the longitudinal housing. The restraint system operates to actively engage at least one conduit and resist a longitudinal load between the clamshell coupling and the conduit. A coupling system may be used to secure the longitudinal housings to the tubular members.

Abstract: A male luer lock connector for medical fluid lines comprising an elongated tubular body having an end portion with external luer cone and an internally threaded bushing mounted so that it can turn and slide on a portion with a cylindrical external surface of the tubular body. The axial backward travel of the bushing allows axial engagement of the male connector with a female luer lock connector even without screwing the bushing, and it is provided with a cam front reaction surface with which the bushing interacts to voluntarily produce axial expulsion of the female luer lock connector.

Abstract: Energy conversion systems utilizing nanometer scale assemblies are provided that convert the kinetic energy (equivalently, the thermal energy) of working substance molecules into another form of energy that can be used to perform useful work at a macroscopic level. These systems may be used to, for example, produce useful quantities of electric or mechanical energy, heat or cool an external substance or propel an object in a controllable direction. In particular, the present invention includes nanometer scale impact masses that reduce the velocity of working substance molecules that collide with this impact mass by converting some of the kinetic energy of a colliding molecule into kinetic energy of the impact mass. Various devices including, piezoelectric, electromagnetic and electromotive force generators, are used to convert the kinetic energy of the impact mass into electromagnetic, electric or thermal energy.

Abstract: A Buoyancy-Driven System for generating electric power is disclosed. The Buoyancy-Driven System utilizes Archimedes' Principle to drive magnet capsules through a fluid-filled portion of pipe and gravity to return the magnet capsules. As the magnet capsules pass through coil modules, electric power is generated.

Abstract: A variable speed wind turbine having a passive grid side rectifier using scalar power control and dependent pitch control is disclosed. The variable speed turbine may include an electrical generator to provide power for a power grid and a power conversion system coupled to the electrical generator. The power conversion system may include at least one passive grid side rectifier. The power conversion system may provide power to the electrical generator using the passive grid side rectifier. The variable speed wind turbine may also use scalar power control to provide more precise control of electrical quantities on the power grid. The variable speed wind turbine may further use dependent pitch control to improve responsiveness of the wind turbine.

Abstract: Method for operating a wind power plant provided with a rotor speed regulating device and involving the corresponding steps:

Abstract: The invention relates to a closing system (12) interposed between two elements (6, 8) that can occupy an open position and a closed position with respect to each other, the said system (12) comprising at least one main locking mechanism (14). The system (12) according to the invention also comprises at least one emergency locking mechanism (16) that is automatically engaged when the two elements (6, 8) are moved from the open position to the closed position, each emergency locking mechanism (16) being able to be activated only when at least one main locking mechanism (14) is not locked.

Abstract: A sash lock (10) is provided for a sash window assembly (12). The sash window assembly includes an upper sash window (14) and a lower sash window (16). Each of the sash windows (14, 16) are mounted within opposed guide rails (20) on a master frame (22) wherein at least one of the sash windows is slidable within the frame (20) relative to the other sash window. The sash window assembly (12) further includes a keeper (26) for mounting on a rail of one of the sash windows. The keeper (26) includes a keeper surface (26a). The sash lock (10) includes a locking assembly (28) for mounting on an adjacent rail of the other of the sash windows. The locking assembly (28) includes a housing (30) having an aperture (32), an actuator arm (34) having a shaft (38) disposed along a rotational axis and within the aperture (32) of the housing (30), and a cam (36) having a cam surface (36a) for engaging the keeper surface (26a) of the keeper (26).

Abstract: The description relates to a closure (10) for mounting in an opening in a thin wall (14), such as a sheet metal cabinet door, which comprises a housing (16) and which has, at one end (20), a bearing support for an actuation lever (24) and, at its other end (26), a lock device (30) for the actuation lever (24) and a fastening device such as a clamping clip therebetween. The housing (16) has a partially spherical bearing surface (76) with a cylindrical bore hole (78) proceeding from it, wherein a partial ball (80) with a first bearing (82) for a closure drive shaft (84) extending through the cylindrical bore hole (78) and with a second bearing (86) for the actuation lever (24) is arranged in the cylindrical bore hole (78), and the two bearings (82, 86) enable a rotation of the partial ball (80) in relation to the housing (16) and a swiveling of the actuation lever (24) in relation to the partial ball (80) around an axis vertical to the closure drive shaft (84) and to the extension of the lever.

Abstract: A dummy trim comprises a mounting plate to be fixed to a door, a spindle holder mounted to the mounting plate and including a peripheral wall, a spindle including a first end mounted in the peripheral wall of the spindle holder, and a lever securely attached to a second end of the spindle to move therewith. The first end of the spindle includes a slot having an edge facing the lever. The peripheral wall of the spindle holder includes an integral stop extending into the slot of the spindle and abutting against the edge of the slot.

Abstract: A tool for gripping the rim of flowerpots, or objects having similar shapes, includes a gripping plate which can swivel 90° from a stowable position to a locked position for use when objects are to be picked up.

Abstract: A fluid actuated parts gripper assembly is provided. The fluid actuated parts gripper assembly has a pair of opposable pivoting jaw members, a fluid driven actuator, first and second linkage structures, a sensor target, a mounting, and a sensor. The sensor target is coupled to the second linkage structure and is movable therewith. The mounting is located adjacent the sensor target, and the sensor is mounted on the mounting such that the sensor is configured to detect the sensor target.

Abstract: The operation method of nanotweezers including the steps of: confirming the position of a nanoscale material by way of imaging the surface of a specimen by a scanning type probe microscope; moving the nanotweezers to the position over the nanoscale material; descending the nanotweezers which are in an opened state and then closing the nanotweezers so as to hold the nanoscale material; raising the nanotweezers that hold the nanoscale material and then moving the nanotweezers to an objective position; and descending the nanotweezers that hold the nanoscale material and then opening the nanotweezers, thus releasing the nanoscale material on the objective position which is on the surface of the specimen and is where a nanoscale construction is constructed.

Abstract: A system for handling stiff but flexible discs, particularly semiconductor wafers, includes a fail safe mechanism that prevents the disc from being dropped if power to the unit is interrupted. A wafer grasping assembly member includes and one or more fingers or posts oriented, or which may be oriented, to a position perpendicular to the plane of the stiff hand assembly member. An electric powered drive system controls the lateral movement of at least one finger or post to cause the wafer to be grasped with controlled traction force between the fixed and moveable posts or fingers. The traction force is controlled by the amount of electrical current fed to the translator solenoid. If the power to the electric powered drive system is interrupted, springs in the system cause the disk to be held between the fixed posts and moveable post or finger until power is restored.

Abstract: Rebound shock as well as hand and wrist fatigue associated with the use of a large wrench, is alleviated by a covering at least the butt end of the wrench with a sleeve, or gripping device, constructed from an pliant and deformable material, such as soft rubber. The gripping device may be provided for attachment to the elongated handle of a tool. It includes a sleeve dimensioned to encircle the tool handle along three sides and to extend along a substantial length of the handle. The gripping device may be mounted on the tool by means of an internal rib or ribs which lock the tool within the device channel cavity. In another embodiment, the device may include a series of finger size undulation along the outer surface to improve the ability of a person to maintain a grip.

Abstract: A liner for a cargo area of a vehicle, such as a car, truck, trailer, or the like, includes at least three layers, a base layer, an intermediate patterned layer, and a clear or transparent top layer so that the patterned layer may be viewed. The patterned layer may be monochromatic, where only a single color is used, or it may be polychromatic, where several colors are used. The patterned layer may be a color scape, a design or logo, a message, or any decorative item, etc. Three embodiments of methods for making a liner are disclosed. The methods include the use of a female mold, a male mold, or a combination of male and female molds where the male mold is a ram applying pressure and heat to the several layers on the female mold.

Abstract: A resilient torque absorber is placed between a roll bar and a U-joint of roll bar mechanism such as that used in roll-tarp covers for truck trailers. The absorber allows more precise adjustment of tightness and helps prevent accidents caused by over-tightening of tarps or by tarps loosening during load settling.

Abstract: A door window glass is used for an automobile having a door mirror. The window glass includes a transparent portion at a mirror watching portion through which a driver can see the door mirror, and a light adjusting portion located other than the transparent portion. The light adjusting portion has a light adjusting function for adjusting an intensity of light passing through the door window glass.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a lightweight strengthening member for an automobile, excellent in crush resistance in the axial direction and having high flexural strength. Further, another object thereof is to provide a strengthening member which does not generating cracks even when a high-strength steel sheet is used.

Abstract: The invention provides a lightweight vehicle flooring assembly, wherein a carrier layer (1) has a layered structure. This structure comprises a honeycomb-like core layer (7) which can be made of a suitably impregnated cardboard material and which is connected on both sides to a stiffening layer (8, 9). The inner stiffening layer (8) is made of an SMC-material, whilst the outer stiffening layer (9) is made of a needled, preferably open-celled or porous nonwoven, also suitably impregnated against humidity and dirt. The structure of the carrier layer (1) and, in particular, the sequence of the layers: skin, honeycomb structure, nonwoven is of particular significance for the mechanical stability of the carrier layer (1). The carrier layer (1) is provided with an inner and an outer lining, the inner lining comprising a PU-foam spring layer (10) and a rubber or latex mass layer (11).

Abstract: In an automotive sunroof system which comprises a fixed roof panel defining a roof opening, an inner frame defining guide rails and drain grooves, a moveable panel guided along said guide rails via sliders and a slide and tilt mechanism for effecting a slide and tilt motion of the moveable pane, a terminal member is attached to each front corner of the inner frame to serve several purposes such as a closure member for the guide rail, a stopper for the forward travel of one of the sliders, a member for retaining the fore-and-aft movement of the moveable panel, and a support for a wind deflector device.

Abstract: A folding combination chair and table assembly (1) including a seat (2) mounted on support legs (3, 4) and a back rest (5) mounted on a support (6) which is continuous with one said legs; the back rest capable of rotation about said support such that in one position of forms a back rest and in another a bench or table; wherein said back rest is supported by said support at a side edge (9) of the back rest and wherein said support is disposed at a location which allows a person seated on the chair to adopt a first seated position in which the person's back engages said back rest and a second seated position wherein the person may use the back rest as a table and rotate his or her legs from said first position to said second position without obstruction by said rest support member.

Abstract: A multifunction computer chair support apparatus consisting of foldable chair legs, an elbow cushion situated at the upper extent, a knee cushion disposed medially on one side, and an adjustment structure disposed at the lower extent of the elbow cushion and the knee cushion, wherein utilizing the said adjustment structure enables the free adjustment of the elbow cushion and the angle of the knee cushion. During computer operation, the elbows are straddled on the elbow cushion and the legs are postured against the knee cushion to increase the comfort of the user. The user can also lean on the elbow cushion to rest and, furthermore, utilize the computer chair for physical fitness exercising.

Abstract: A detachable passenger seat is selectively mountable onto a base frame of a snowmobile having a straddle-type rider seat. The passenger seat includes a cushioned seat portion supported by a seat frame. A forward portion of the passenger seat includes a bottom surface contoured to fit over and be supported by at least a portion of a rearward end of the rider seat when the passenger seat is attached to the snowmobile. Upwardly extending flexible grab handles are mounted to the lateral sides of the seat frame. Upper portions of the flexible grab handles extend higher than at least a portion of an upper surface of a cushioned seat portion of the passenger seat. The flexible grab handles are designed to be rigid enough to provide support to a passenger and flexible enough to allow a passenger to easily dismount the snowmobile.

Abstract: A headrest assembly including a headrest pad having a front surface and side portions that are movable between a first position and a second position wherein the side portions are forward of the front surface of the headrest pad. A shift mechanism is provided for moving the side portion to the second position. A trigger is actuated in response to an impact that causes the shift mechanism to move the side portion from the first position to the second position. The headrest pad preferably has a central section that is flanked by right and left side portions. The side portions pivot on a shaft or hinge mechanism that includes a spring that biases the side portions toward the second position. The trigger is preferably a hook that is mounted on a slide secured to the headrest pad. A torsion spring is secured between the hook and the slide so that the hook may be displaced relative to the headrest pad when the impact exerts an inertial load to the headrest pad above a predetermined level.

Abstract: A trim cover attachment member of a vehicle seat, being attached to an end portion of a trim cover, and being engaged with an engaging portion provided at a seat frame of the vehicle seat, comprises: an attachment portion to which the end portion of the trim cover is attached; a hook portion having a hook on an upper end thereof, the hook being engaged with the engaging portion, the hook portion being disposed generally in opposite to the attachment portion; and a bottom portion for connecting a bottom end of the attachment portion and a bottom end of the hook portion. A cut-out portion is formed at a portion of the upper end of the hook portion, and an opening portion is formed at a portion of the attachment portion, in a portion of the trim cover attachment member corresponding to a corner portion of the vehicle seat.

Abstract: An infant child restraint device is disclosed that is designed and configured to comfortably and safely restrain an infant while providing an device that will enable the changing of position of the seat from an upright to a recline or from a recline position to an upright position. This alteration of positions is accomplished via a movement adjustment apparatus. The present invention further comprises a frame member that will receive the seat shell. The seat frame remains stationary while the seat shell moves about the frame. Secured to the seat shell and the seat frame is the movement adjustment apparatus. This movement adjustment apparatus will push or pull the seat to innately provide for the shell to be in an upright or reclined position.

Abstract: An adjustable child seat includes a backrest and a seat base and may be used with or without the backrest. The child seat includes adjustable arm rests. The height of the backrest and the depth of the seat base are also adjustable. The connection between the backrest and the seat base is configured to prevent unintentional separation but allows simple and intuitive separation when desired. A belt guide operating in either a seat belt locking mode or a seat belt free mode is also provided.

Abstract: A fastener assembly comprises a frame element having a pair of sides and a shaped opening extending between the sides. The assembly also comprises a clasp having a base and a pair of arms extending from the base. One of the arms is an attachment arm having a release hole and an attachment hole for receiving a strap. The other arm has a detent that fits within the opening of the frame element when the arms are placed adjacent the sides of the frame element.

Abstract: A motor and sprocket drive move a child safety seat between a sitting and reclining position on a base secured by a vehicle safety belt. A drive shaft and gear system, drive belt with pulley system, double action winch and cord system or other drive system positioned within an enclosed base move the sprocket reversibly. A remote control operable by the driver of the vehicle controls the seat motor. A pair of sprockets housed in the base interacts horizontally with a mating pair of arched tracking grooves in the seat to move the seat with no weight bearing on the sprockets. The electric motor may be battery powered or plugged into the cigarette lighter of the vehicle. The sprocket or a solenoid lock the seat in place.

Abstract: An adjustable booster-type seat having a base 10 for supporting the seat on a flat surface, a riser 12 mounted for height adjustment on the base, a body support 14 having a seat and back mounted for arcuate motion on the riser 12 for changing the angular position of the body support 14 and being adjustable in height by virtue of the adjustability of the riser on the base. A restraint bar 16 is detachably connected to the body support and in turn adjustably carries a tray 18 enabling the tray to be moved toward and away form the back and to be mounted at different angles with respect to the body support 14.

Abstract: A seat mount is provided for use with a vehicle seat and anchor mounts provided in or near the vehicle seat. The seat mount includes a base for placement on the vehicle seat and a vehicle anchor system adapted to be coupled to the anchor mounts. The base includes a pair of openings for receiving a portion of the vehicle anchor system. The vehicle anchor system includes an anchor belt adapted to be coupled to the anchor mounts. The anchor belt includes a strap having a central portion, opposite end portions, and a clasp coupled to each end portion and adapted to be coupled to one of the anchor mounts. The anchor belt is threaded through the openings to position the seat in a rearwardly facing anchored position on the vehicle seat. The vehicle anchor system also includes a leash coupled to the base and to the central portion of the anchor belt.

Abstract: A chair that can transform a shape of a backrest with a simple arrangement is provided.

Abstract: The invention concerns an adjustable work chair such as an office chair having a height-adjustable seat comprising a front seat part (2) and a rear seat part (3) connected by a hinge (4) that extends transversely of the seat. A first arm (15) is coupled between the front part of the seat and the head of a fixed part (13) of a seat lift (14), and a second arm (16) is coupled between an extendable piston of the lift (14) and the underside of the rear part (13) of the seat.

Abstract: This device comprises, in each subassembly, a vertical journal mounted to rotate in a bearing of the underframe, a member for wedging in terms of vertical translation, connected in terms of rotation to the lower end of the journal and having, when viewed from above, a rectangular overall shape the shortest dimension of which is less than the width of the groove of the C-shaped slideway, a spring constantly returning the wedging member to its wedging position, a means for causing the journal to pivot against the action of its return spring into a position in which the wedging member can be engaged in the groove of the corresponding slideway, and at least one helical ramp which, rotating as one with the journal, collaborates with a fixed complementary bearing surface to move the wedging member vertically and bring it into contact with the returns of the slideway.

Abstract: A Guide sleeve for the rod of a neck rest in automobile vehicles which sleeve is mounted in the back rest of a seat from above, the sleeve comprising a throughbore through which the rod is extended, an enlargement at the upper end which slidably supports an actuating element, releasable locking means which have a locking portion which cooperates with a locking recess provided in the rod in order to secure the rod against axial displacement, the locking portion is disengaged with the locking recess if the actuating element is actuated, wherein a deflection lever is provided which is located at the outer side of the guide sleeve and extends parallel to the longitudinal axis of the sleeve, the lever being limitedly rotatably supported about an axis lying between the ends of the lever and extending transverse to the longitudinal axis of the sleeve, the locking portion being provided at the lower end of the lever, the lever being biased by spring means which bias the locking portion against the rod and the actuati