Abstract: An ink fountain assembly having an ink fountain for receiving ink. The ink fountain is in fluid communication with a fountain roller, and has a minimum operating ink level. An ink dispenser for dispensing ink into the ink fountain has at least one exit port disposed below the minimum operating ink level, wherein ink exits the ink dispenser through the at least one exit port into the ink fountain.

Abstract: Conventional design tools were not developed for designing square zero-shift supercells. Conventionally, solutions that enable square zero-shift supercells were found by trial and error or by exhaustive analysis. According to a first design criterion of this invention, a non-square supercell in a first frame of reference has a diagonal that is equal in length to the diagonal of a square supercell in a second frame of reference rotated at a desired screen angle to the first frame of reference. The screen angle is a function of the lengths of the sides of the non-square supercell in the first frame of reference. According to a second design criterion, if the area of the corresponding square supercell in the second frame of reference is an integer, a square zero-shift supercell can be designed based on the lengths of the sides of the non-square supercell in the first frame of reference.

Abstract: The gel method of printing variable information of the present invention involves applying inks onto a substrate that is part of or attached to a cylinder of the printing machine. Imaging is by means of an energy source in the UV, visible or infrared regions, modulated to represent a digital image pattern that has been composed on a computer. The consequence of imaging is to gel the ink and increase its adhesion to the substrate of the printing cylinder. The non-gelled background ink with lower adhesion is then removed by a squeegee action and returned to an ink reservoir. The remaining image is transferred to an offset blanket or directly to print stock by pressure. The process does not use a master, but produces an image that is erased after printing with each cylinder rotation so that the next rotation producing the next print can have fresh information written upon it.

Abstract: An infra-red emitting decoy flare capable of diverting an incoming missile equipped with a counter-countermeasures system away from an intended target consisting of a primer flare (2), a spectral flare (4) and a means for igniting the primer flare (22, 30), all contained within a flare casing (6). The primer flare (2) is formed from a fast burning pyrotechnic composition and is adapted to produce an intense infra-red source of short duration on ignition. The spectral flare (4) is ignited by the burning of the primer flare (2) and is adapted to produce a slower burning composition having a fixed ratio in the intensity of infra-red radiation emitted, when burning, in at least two fixed bands.

Abstract: A penetrator arrow projectile for launching by use of a launcher projectile which comprises a propellant charge and which may be separated from the arrow projectile in the trajectory. A “base-bleed” charge (2) is situated rearwardmost on the arrow projectile (1), in order to be ignited by means of an igniter device (3) in connection with the separation from the launcher projectile, which may comprise a forward igniter device for igniting the “base-bleed” charge (2). The launcher projectile may also comprise a mechanism for retaining the arrow projectile (1) on the forward end and for releasing the arrow projectile in the trajectory.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to small arms technology and more particularly, is concerned with hunting and sporting cartridges having plastic cases.

Abstract: a warhead device comprising explosive charges and effect elements or effect agents for incorporation in a missile. The warhead device consists of a number of modules or modular charges (1a-1f) arranged to be actuatable between two or more pivotal positions in the cross-section of the warhead device. Each module comprises outer walls (9-14) that one by one are directed outwards depending on the position or pivotal position assumed by the module. Each outer wall of each module comprises warhead effect elements and/or effect agents that differ from the other warhead effect elements or agents. The outer walls that are directed outwards simultaneously form or are part of the common outer wall of the warhead device, and project a selectable warhead effect from the warhead device.

Abstract: A conveyance apparatus using movable bodies, in which a plurality of lateral travel rail members capable of supporting and guiding guided devices situated on a main rail are provided to the side of a prescribed region of the fixed path, in such a manner that a frame member provided with a supporting section assumes an orthogonal attitude with respect to a direction of travel, whilst the other frame members become aligned in the direction of travel, and branching means for causing the guided devices to branch off onto the lateral travel rail member group is provided in the prescribed region. Thereby, spacing between the movable bodies in the lateral travel direction can be maintained readily by means of a simple structure, and the group of movable bodies can be moved laterally in such a manner that there is no mutual contact between conveyed items.

Abstract: An aerial cableway system has at least one load-bearing and conveying cable that is moved between a valley station and a mountain station, which is guided over deflection pulleys in the stations, and transportation devices that can be coupled to the load-bearing and conveying cable and that are formed by cabins and by chairs. The cabins and chairs can be uncoupled from the conveying cable in the stations, moved along guide rails through entry and exit regions located in the stations, and then once more coupled to the conveying cable. The entry and exit regions provided in the stations are respectively subdivided into two mutually separate sectors which follow each other in the direction of movement. A first sector is intended for the users of the cabins and a second sector is provided for the users of the chairs.

Abstract: A system which operates a digitally controlled model railroad transmitting a first command from a first client program to a resident external controlling interface through a first communications transport. A second command is transmitted from a second client program to the resident external controlling interface through a second communications transport. The first command and the second command are received by the resident external controlling interface which queues the first and second commands. The resident external controlling interface sends third and fourth commands representative of the first and second commands, respectively, to a digital command station for execution on the digitally controlled model railroad.

Abstract: A rail system for transporting dual use vehicles includes a network of multiple non-interconnected rails where each rail comprises an extruded triangular shell and a support material. The rails are supported by a system of support structures where each support structure includes a base with a rail adjustment actuator for selectively adjusting the position of the supported rail. Each rail is sized to support a standardized dual use passenger vehicle adapted for roadway and rail travel.

Abstract: A center beam car has a main deck structure extending laterally from a main center sill, a laterally extending top truss structure, and a central vertically oriented web work structure for carrying vertical shear loads between the top truss and the center sill and decking. The center beam so formed defines bunks upon in which to carry cargo. The upper region of the web-work structure includes a deep upper beam structure that has downwardly extending skirts. The skirts provide an extended bearing area upon against which bundled loads can be secured. The skirts are inwardly reinforced to discourage deflection between adjacent upright members of the deep upper beam structure.

Abstract: Water-based wax emulsions, optionally for use in conjunction with alkaline copper and/or quaternary ammonium based preservatives systems, are described. These emulsions are comprised of natural or synthetic wax, nonionic surfactants having HL B values greater than 11, anionic surfactants, and water. Certain emulsion compositions as described in this specification posses the unique property of maintaining emulsion stability in wood preservatives during extended use in typical wood treatment processes. Water-repellant wood treated with the wax emulsions are described. A method of treating wood, comprising providing wood and treating the wood with the wax emulsion under conditions effective to increase its water repellency is also disclosed.

Abstract: A composition providing thermal, corrosion, and oxidation protection at high temperatures is based on a synthetic aluminum phosphate, in which the molar content of aluminum is greater than phosphorus. The composition is annealed and is metastable at temperatures up to 1400° C.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a colloidal aqueous silicate dispersion containing silica and alumina, the molar ratio between silica and alumina being 2-12, as well as to a method for its preparation. Said method is characterized by dissolving a particulate mineral material, such as a mineral wool or fiber product containing silica and alumina in a molar ratio of 2-12 in an aqueous solution, nucleating and stabilizing the so obtained solution, and optionally adjusting the dry matter content of the dispersion so obtained. The said dispersion can also be made to gel. The invention is also directed to the use of the dispersion as a binder.

Abstract: Ink for inkjet recording comprises a dye, water, a water-miscible organic solvent and a precursor of acids, and thereby is rendered resistant to image blur even under a high humidity condition, an ink set including such ink, and an inkjet recording method, in which such ink or such an ink set is used.

Abstract: An ink set of the present invention that can effectively inhibit ink from blotting by using a betaine compound, which comprises at least four kinds of inks including colorless ink, wherein at least one ink of the at least four kinds of inks contains a betaine compound.

Abstract: An ink composition and/or a recording medium are made to contain a compound expressed by general formula (1) and a hydrazide compound. An ink composition thereby obtained does not clog and the ink composition and recording medium thus obtained can offer high quality images that hardly cause yellowing of the resulting recording with superior light resistance. Recording and an inkjet recording method pertaining thereto are also provided.

Abstract: Compositions for securing pre-pasted and non-pre-pasted wall coverings to a surface that is to be decorated are provided. The present compositions are aqueous colloidal dispersions or polymeric solutions comprising from about 3% to about 30% solids. The present compositions comprise water, an alkali, from about 2.5% to about 25% by weight of an alkali-soluble, polyvinyl acetate-crotonic acid copolymer, a thickener, and a glycol.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process for the preparation of organic pigments with enhanced fluorescence, which process comprises treating said pigments with a sufactant, and to the fluorescent organic pigments obtained by said process. The pigments according to the present invention can be used in marking applications, wherein durable fluorescence is required.

Abstract: Corrosion-inhibiting pigments based on manganese are described that contain a trivalent or tetravalent manganese/valence stabilizer complex. An inorganic or organic material is used to stabilize the trivalent or tetravalent manganese ion to form a compound that is sparingly soluble, exhibits low solubility, or is insoluble in water, depending upon the intended usage. Specific stabilizers are chosen to control the release rate of trivalent or tetravalent manganese during exposure to water and to tailor the compatibility of the powder when used as a pigment in a chosen binder system. Stabilizers may also modify the processing and handling characteristics of the formed powders. Manganese/valence stabilizer combinations are chosen based on the well-founded principles of manganese coordination chemistry. Many manganese-valence stabilizer combinations are presented that can equal the performance of conventional hexavalent chromium or tetravalent lead systems.

Abstract: A body pigment with a good skin feel for cosmetics is provided which has an appropriate crumbling property and combines slipping property and adhesiveness without compromising oil absorption. The body pigment is comprised of a metallic compound and has a structure in which leaf-shaped flakes are combined and/or intersected.

Abstract: The present invention includes a paint or coating composition comprising an organic pigment or dye complexed to the surface of a layered or fibrous inorganic clay. A wide variety of paint colors can be obtained by varying the pH during the preparation as well as by varying the synthesis conditions and changing particle size of the clay. The paint has unprecedented stability.

Abstract: A ceramic material, includes SiO2 and Na2O and/or K2O. The material is characterized by a porosity of over 60% and by pores, more than 70% of which have a pore size ranging between 0.1 and 15 &mgr;m. The ceramic material can be used as filtering material, for water storage and as adsorbent material.

Abstract: The invention relates to a luminous composition including hydraulic cement, a polymer, limestone and micro-capsules of an alkaline earth metal aluminate encapsulated in a light-transmitting resin, light-transmitting glass or combination thereof. The invention is also directed to a method of making a luminous composition. The method includes cooling an alkaline earth metal aluminate encapsulated in a light-transmitting resin, light-transmitting glass or combination thereof to a temperature of about −250° F. to about −350° F. and rendering the encapsulated aluminate into a powder comprising micro-capsules of the alkaline earth metal aluminate encapsulated in the light-transmitting resin, light-transmitting glass or combination thereof, wherein the micro-capsules range in size from about 0.7 &mgr;m to about 200 &mgr;m. The method then includes combining the aluminate powder with hydraulic cement, a polymer and limestone.

Abstract: Item A, Gypsum is a valuable building material. Item B, Heavy hydrocarbon emulsion such as bitumen is natural element with long life.

Abstract: Herein is disclosed an admixture, for concrete, gypsum panels, and other cementitious products, derived from fermentation still bottoms. The admixture typically comprises protein, glycerol, and lactate, as well as smaller amounts of other alcohols, sugars, and other organic acids. The admixture may be present as a solution (typically comprising about 30-50 wt % solids) or as a dry mixture. The admixture allows increased flow and reduced water use in concrete and gypsum slurries used in gypsum panel production. Concrete, cement, and gypsum premixes, ready-mixes, and poured structures are disclosed.

Abstract: This is space saving, pivotal, transportable, work table/bench consisting of a more or less rectangular shaped top secured to a wall or other vertical support via the upper pivotal attachment point of the two individual connection devices, of which each have two pivotal attachment points allowing them to be equally spaced and attached toward opposite ends on one of the long sides of the of table/bench top utilizing the upper most pivotal connection point while the linear top piece of the a-frame type support leg sets are attached to the bottom or lower pivotal connection points, thus allowing the supports to be pivoted to a horizontal position for use while the table/bench top is pivoted to a vertically or stored position, the supports can then pivoted to a horizontal position enabling the table/bench top to rest on them for use at that location or the table/bench top and/or the supports can separated from the pivotal connection and taken individually or as a unit to another location for use then upon complet

Abstract: Disclosed is a sectional table with gussets, in which a table top and legs thereof can be easily assembled in a simple manner by virtue of a gusset mechanism. The sectional table with gussets includes a table top; an inverted hat-shaped channel frame having cylindrical parts on the central portion thereof and flanges on both ends thereof, the cylindrical parts being formed through a deep-drawing process and the flanges being fixedly secured to the underside of the table top; cylindrical gussets inserted into the cylindrical parts of the channel frame at the upper end thereof to be fixedly secured to the cylindrical parts; and table legs secured to the underside of the table top by the gussets by being inserted into openings of the gussets.

Abstract: The starting point is a process to improve the performance of the incineration of combustible waste material in an incineration chamber, whereby the waste material is conveyed to a burner flame where it is burned with combustion air at a temperature in the range from 1100° C. to 1700° C. [2012° F. to 3092° F.]. On this basis, in order to create a process that allows a capacity increase of installations employed for the exothermal incineration of waste materials, it is proposed according to the invention that at least part of the combustion air is replaced by an oxygen-rich gas having an oxygen content that is higher than that of air and that the oxygen-rich gas is mixed with a cooling medium.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a uniformly spreadable granular agricultural chemical formulation and to establish a method of scattering (applying) the formulation under the assumption that the spreadability of the agrochemically active ingredient is satisfactory so that the expected treatment effect of the agricultural chemicals can be obtained by local application even when algae are drifted by the wind and cover the surface of the water of the paddy field. A uniformly spreadable granular agricultural chemicals formulation which contains an agrochemically active ingredient, has a particle-size distribution such that 80% or more of the granules have a particle diameter of 3 mm or more, and has floatability on the water surface, and breaks down on the water surface within 30 minutes is obtained, and a method of scattering (applying) the above formulation on 5% to 50% of the total area of the paddy field applied from a levee at a distance of 1 m or more.

Abstract: An eye-type buttonhole sewing machine comprises an x-y table with an x carriage which is guided on the sewing machine and on which a y carriage is displaceably guided, having a bearing plate. Actuation of the x carriage is effected by an x motor which is mounted on the sewing machine and directly coupled with the x carriage via a cam drive. Actuation of the y carriage is equally effected via an electric motor which is directly connected to the y carriage via a threaded spindle with a spindle nut and a sliding coupling.

Abstract: An automated feeding mechanism for sewing machine is comprised of: a rotary support element rotatably mounted on a table in the vicinity of the sewing machine having a feed dog member; and support elements provided on one side of the rotary support element. A trim cover assembly may be attached on the rotary support element, such that the arcuate peripheral cover section thereof is supported on the support elements and also temporarily retained thereon by a clamp element. A hard synthetic resin material may be stored in that mechanism. With this feeding mechanism, upon rotation of the rotary support element, the arcuate peripheral cover section supported on the support elements and the hard synthetic resin material juxtaposed with that peripheral cover section are smoothly and precisely fed to the sewing machine and thereby sewn together.

Abstract: A sea chest cover for providing access to the sea chest of a ship. The sea chest cover includes both a cover element and a liner element received within the interior of the sea chest and is fabricated essentially entirely of one or more viscoelastic materials, preferably either polyethylene or polyurethane. Materials can be also made of copolymers, which may be laminated, and compression molded or portions may be blow molded. Fabrication of the sea chest cover from a viscoelastic material reduces or eliminates corrosion and erosion problems. It also minimizes marine organism and ice build-up. The result is a reduction in the expense of associated with maintaining such covers. The sea chest cover can also include an additive to reduce bacteria and algae growth and be irradiated with gamma rays for increased strength.

Abstract: An apparatus having at least one paw hingedly attached to a compartment side of a lid configured for covering a hatch of a compartment. At least one catch is positioned on a wall of said hatch for engagingly receiving the at least one paw. A spring is positioned for urging engagement of the paw with the catch. The paw includes an angled portion which, upon closing of the lid, rotates the paw to allow the lid to be closed over the hatch and the paw to then engage the catch. A user may rotate the paw to disengage the paw from the catch, to thereby open the lid.

Abstract: Boat fender covers for use with a fender of essentially any shape and size adapted to substantially cover a fender and being so configured to receive, and remain in position around, the fender. The cover, when in place and covering the fender, does not interfere with the proper operation of the fender. Apertures are provided in the cover to allow a rope to be used, as intended, in conjunction with the fender for tying to a boat. In addition, the shape of the cover allows for good accommodation of the fender. The structure and composition of the cover provide good durability, ease of use including simple removal for washing, and characteristics which reduce abrasion to the outer side surface of a boat, including gel coatings thereon.

Abstract: The invention aims at a structure which counteract bio-fouling in aquatic environments and is principally characterized by the fact that the surface of an object has parallel ribs projecting from it (4, 5), close to each other, which are narrowing outward and whose height is less than two millimetres.

Abstract: A stabilization system for vessels that comprises at least one pair of stabilizer elements (E) each arranged on a side of the vessel and well under its water line, each of said stabilizer elements being hinged to the hull (C) of the vessel such that they can be made to rotate (XX′) between a deployed, active, position and a non-deployed, inactive, position in which they are received in corresponding housings (A) provided in the hull and the configuration of said stabilizer elements (E) being such that, in the aforesaid inactive position, they define, together with the rest of the hull (C), a surface without interruption of continuity. Movement between said active and inactive positions is achieved by actuating means provided inside the hull or mounted on the outside thereof, but inside said housings (A) for receiving the aforesaid stabilizer elements.

Abstract: Presented is a lifting body ship that has a blower pressurized air layer disposed in the underside of its lifting body such that the air layer reduces wetted area friction and hence the propulsive power required is greatly reduced. Further, a water propulsor is supplied that takes in water through transversely oriented water inlets in the top of the lifting body to thereby reduce turbulence and its associated drag that would normally occur over the top of the lifting body.

Abstract: A device for rotating with a rotatable first member includes a second member having a portion engageable with the first member. The portion has a first part and a second part which is resiliently biased away from the first part. The second member tightly engages the first member. There may be a device for measuring rotation of the shaft such as a potentiometer. The rotation measuring device may include an electrical connector for the potentiometer including a socket and a post which is pressable into the socket. The device may also include a rotationally adjustable connector. There may be a coupling connected to the second member which includes a third member with a portion having n sides and a fourth member with a portion having n sides which receives the portion of the third member in a mating relationship, thereby allowing the device to be adjusted to a total of at least m.n rotational positions.

Abstract: A collapsible changing room for a pontoon boat having a rear entry stem gate. The collapsible changing room is formed in part by the passenger seat positioned adjacent the rear entry stem gate. An L-shaped bracket is rigidly secured to the rear portion of the seat and is further hingedly secured to a vertical fence member spaced from the seat back. The seat and the L-shaped support can be rotated upwardly away from the boat deck to a position in which the seat bottom is generally perpendicular to the boat deck. When the seat is rotated to this position, a curtain frame hingedly connected to the seat can be rotated from a stored position within the seat base to an extended position substantially parallel to the boat deck. An opaque sheet or curtain depends from the curtain frame in a substantially vertical orientation to form an enclosed changing or privacy room. Generally, the curtain will include an opening having a closing mechanism such as a zipper to allow entry into the region partitioned by the curtain.

Abstract: A forward visual reference device used during the boat to trailer drive-on loading process (Power Loading). It is a mechanical device designed to mount on a front portion of a boat trailer. The base of the device is mounted either on the trailer frame or on the vertical stanchion, depending on the particular boat/trailer configuration. Attached to the base is an adjustable member used to position the attached mast. The mast extends vertically above the bow of the boat and is adjusted to touch the tip of the bow when the boat is in its loaded position on the trailer. The driver of the boat now has a visual reference as to boat/trailer centering and visual reference when the boat is in loaded position (bow touches mast). The result is the boat may be single-handedly driven from the water onto the trailer to the loaded position without laborious winch cranking or reliance on “spotters” waving and yelling instructions.

Abstract: The new boat ramp has a ladder-style frame having C-shaped elongated lateral side rails held in spaced apart parallel condition by C-shaped cross support beams. One end of the frame is a water end and the other end is a shore end. At least six hull roller assemblies are mounted on the side rails in laterally paired relationship across from each other and in longitudinally spaced relationship. One lateral pair is at the water end. Each assembly has a roller axle carrying a hull roller at each end. The assemblies are mounted so that their axles are in pivotable elevated transverse orientation above the side rails so as to provide hull conforming support for a boat. A keel assembly having a central keel roller of significant axial length in at the water end.

Abstract: A flexible skin 3 is fitted over a framework 20 that includes a plurality of longitudinal stringers 50-58 running the length of the bottom and sides of the kayak. Each stringer 50-58 is assembled from several elongate segments 80-85 held together by an internal shock cord. Transverse formers 10-13 separate the stringers to define the hull outline and are releasably fixable to the stringers. Bow and stem formers 10, 13 are fixed in a manner allowing them to slide longitudinally, thereby laterally spreading and tensioning the stringers 51-58. Flexible tension members 73, 74 provide longitudinal bending strength and assist in shortening the framework 20 for assembly. A block 21 inserted in a joint 30′ between adjacent segments of a stringer provides a means for locking the segments in a telescopically extended position, for expanding the framework longitudinally.

Abstract: An apparatus for folding a boat tower, including a hinge assembly and a releasable footer. The hinge assembly has two members that pivot about a pivot point. At least one spring loaded bolt, or locking pin, engages a corresponding opening in one member, thereby locking the two members in fixed relation. The releasable footer has a bolt that engages an opening, thereby locking a releasable member to the footer body.

Abstract: A seat belt tension sensing device adapted for sensing tension in a belt securing a child's car seat in a vehicle, and comprising a housing (52) having a upper housing member (50) hingedly attached (at 54) to a lower housing member 52, and a closure catch (58) to permit the passage of a length of seat belt (36) through the housing to pass over a depressible switch (66). Within the housing is a power source (40) and alarm/indicator (41) responsive to a signal emitted by the switch (66) when actuated by the scar belt (36) passing over the switch. Sufficient belt tension may be shown by a visible indicator, while insufficient tension may be indicated by an audible alarm.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tetragonal single crystal (1, 11) of composition:

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a semiconductor device. The method includes forming a first doped polysilicon layer being a lower electrode on a semiconductor substrate, forming a Ta2O5 dielectric film using a carbon-free precursor and reaction gases, and forming an upper electrode on the dielectric film. As such, the Ta2O5 dielectric film is formed using a carbon-free precursor. The level of the leakage current is reduce, the insulating breakdown voltage is increased and reliability of the device is improved, particularly if the Ta2O5 dielectric thin film is used as an inter-poly dielectric material.

Abstract: A device substrate is provided having: a Si(111) substrate; a buffer layer formed by epitaxial growth on the Si(111) substrate 11, and containing at least one of a rare earth metal oxide and an alkali earth metal oxide; and a semiconductor material layer formed by epitaxial growth on the buffer layer, and containing at least one of a group II-VI semiconductor material having a wurtzite structure and a group III-V semiconductor material having a wurtzite structure. The buffer layer preferably comprises a hexagonal crystal structure oriented in the (001) plane or a cubic crystal structure oriented in the (111) plane, and the semiconductor material layer preferably comprises a hexagonal crystal structure oriented in the (001) plane.

Abstract: This invention provides a method for manufacturing a semiconductor using a wafer carrier: the temperature of a wafer can be uniformed and the uniformity within the surface excels with few differences of the composition distribution; a crystal is grown by forming a plurality of grooves to uniform the temperature of the wafer surface by diffusing heat, at the bottom of a wafer pocket to mount a wafer on a wafer carrier inside a crystal growth apparatus chamber; and the groove depth is deeper at the peripheral part of the wafer than at the central part thereof while the groove density is higher at the peripheral part of the wafer than at the central part thereof.