Abstract: A manufacturing method of a water emulsion fuel by which the O/W type water emulsion fuel can be reliably manufactured. For this purpose, an initial method of the manufacturing method has a fuel and additive charging step, an agitating step of agitating the fuel and the additive, a water charging step of charging a predetermined amount of water into a mixing tank, a fine processing step of pumping out a mixture solution of the fuel and the additive, and the water to pass them through the fine processing means and returning them into the mixing tank, a separating step of separating the water and the fuel, and an emulsifying step of emulsifying the fuel, the additive and the water by the step of pumping out the charged solution from the mixing tank, passing it through the fine processing means and returning it to the mixing tank.

Abstract: A diesel fuel composition comprises a major proportion of at least one diesel fuel and a minor proportion of at least one glycerol acetal carbonate that corresponds to one of the general formulas: 1

Abstract: This alternative fuel is composed of agricultural products. A blend of esters of soybean oil and terpine hydrocarbons can be used for outdoor activities. The blend is useful for charcoal fluid, campfire fuel or decorative lamp fuel. The esters are a low volatile material and the terpenes are a higher volatile, low flash material. The blends can be used for lighting a charcoal fire for outdoor activities, a torch lantern device for outdoor patio use, trash fires, as well as outdoor heaters and stoves. In one embodiment, an insect control agent, citronella or a fragrance may be included.

Abstract: An improved stackable charcoal briquet has a convex bottom and a concave top and is packaged in a stacked compact boxed package. A charcoal briquet having improved burning characteristics and also improved shipping and retailing characteristics is thereby provided.

Abstract: The present invention includes a needle and method for injecting a fluid, such as a medicament, into a woody plant, e.g., trees, shrubs, or vines. In one embodiment, the needle includes a body having a proximal end, a distal end, an inner conduit extending from the proximal end towards the distal end, and at least one aperture in communication with the inner conduit and an outer surface of the body. An indentation in the outer surface of the body is provided where the aperture opens to the outer surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multilayer plastic sheeting designed for mulching and/or as a barrier for retaining treating agents, particularly soil sterilants, and for preventing said treating agents from being diffused in the atmosphere. In accordance with the invention, the covering sheet comprises a layer of polyamide or of mixtures of pure polyamides or of mixtures of a polyamide and one or more different polymers or of mixtures of several polyamides and one or more different polymers. Multilayer structures may be also provided in which at least one of the two outermost layers consists of at least one sheet, film, or the like of polyamide, or of mixtures of pure polyamides, or of mixtures of a polyamide and one or more different polymers or of mixtures of several polyamides and one or more different polymers.

Abstract: A pellet formed from coconut coir can be used for a variety of purposes including absorbing spilled liquids, as an animal litter, as a soil conditioner and as a seed carrier, growth medium. Preferably, the pellets are made from at least 50 percent by volume coconut coir and may include an additive such as a binding agent, a fertilizer, an insecticide, a weed killer, a fire enhancer, clay and seeds. The pellets allow for easier transport of the coir and for more controlled application of coconut coir to a predetermined site.

Abstract: A protective heat absorbing and heat reflective composite comprising an open mesh weave of thermoplastic material, the weave having warp and weft strips forming a substantially thin uniform layer having opposed major surfaces, the layer having on one surface thereof a heat absorbing lace coating and on the other surface thereof a heat reflective discontinuous or intermittent coating.

Abstract: The invention relates to a chassis structure for a working machine moving on a terrain, the chassis structure (40, 60) comprising a pair of front wheels and a pair of rear wheels supporting the frame (41 to 42, 61 to 62), and a controlled frame joint (63) between the frame parts (41, 42, 61, 62), when the frame is composed of two frame parts. The chassis structure (40, 60) further comprises a suspension (1a) controlled by actuators and arranged to move each wheel in a level transverse in relation to the frame. Each wheel is mounted rotatably and to turn by means of the actuators to the suspension, and each wheel is usually provided with hub motor means for drive transmission. The chassis structure (40, 60) can further comprise a pair of middle wheels for a second frame part (42, 62). In a method related to the chassis structure (40, 60) the forest machine can also be turned in place.

Abstract: An apparatus for displaying at least one of culinary, horticultural and floral item(s) allows the item to be easily attached to or removed from a variety of bases. The display may include a support for holding the arrangement. The support may be made of reformable sculpting wire, allowing a user to form the wire in any desired shape. The interface may comprise an insulating material, allowing the arrangement to be mounted to an ice sculpture. The base may be any decorative base.

Abstract: Vine wire support post (1) moulded as integral unit from plastics comprising: elongate tapered supporting portion (3) having upper end and lower end, wire attachment means (1) provided on the supporting portion (3), peg (5) for holding support post (1) in ground joined to lower end of supporting portion (3), foot (7) at the join between peg (5) and supporting portion (3), wherein supporting portion (3) is flexible and has variable sectional strength decreasing over a length of supporting portion (3) from a position of higher sectional strength nearer lower end to a position of lower sectional strength nearer upper end.

Abstract: The invention is an apparatus and method for irrigating a tree or plant with fluids. The apparatus comprises of a pipe whose one end is attached to one end of an on/off stopper. The other end of the stopper is attached to the bottom of a cylindrical shaped section of a container. The container also includes a wedge shaped section with a slot running along one edge. The container and pipe are attached to the tree or plant using two or more attaching devices, which could be double sided Velcro® strips or plastic ties looped through the slot. The pipe could be a transparent bendable plastic pipe, an opaque rigid plastic pipe, or a bendable plastic pipe within a pipe made of a plurality of rigid pieces that telescope within each other. The pipe, stopper, and container can be made of plastic, PVC, metal, or similar material.

Abstract: A plant watering device for use in a growing medium comprises: a base with an open top liquid receiving section and a discharge inlet aperture located therein. A medium engaging section is connected to the base and has a discharge outlet aperture in communication with the discharge inlet aperture. A container with a discharge spout has an amount of a liquid contained therein and fittingly mounts on the base to position the spout into the liquid receiving section. A wick component is mounted in the liquid receiver section to receive the liquid from the container and extends between the discharge inlet aperture and the discharge outlet aperture to automatically deliver the liquid to the discharge outlet aperture and into the growth medium at a controlled rate.

Abstract: Apparatus for handling and controlling the nurturing of plants comprises a greenhouse for providing a first environmental zone for nurturing plants, a plant warehouse for providing a second environmental zone for nurturing plants, transport rails extending from within the first environmental zone to within the second environmental zone, and a plurality of ebb and flood trays. The first environmental zone is located in the greenhouse in a region positioned to receive substantial amounts of sunlight. The second environmental zone is located in the warehouse in a region substantially sheltered from sunlight.

Abstract: A decorative assembly having a shape-sustaining support member and a decorative cover. The shape-sustaining support member defines an internal chamber and has a plurality of pleats extending from an open upper end and terminating a distance from an open lower end thereof. The shape-sustaining support member is constructed of a semi-circular sheet of flexible material having a plurality of score lines extending radially from a centrally disposed recess. When the sheet of flexible material is formed into the shape-sustaining support member, the score lines assist the formation of the pleats. The decorative cover is formed from a sheet of fluid impermeable material disposed about the shape-sustaining support member. The decorative cover cooperates with the internal chamber of the shape-sustaining support member to define a reservoir for confining liquid when the decorative cover is disposed about the shape-sustaining support member.

Abstract: A plant packaging method providing a tubular sleeve having a non-linear upper edge and disposing the sleeve about a potted plant.

Abstract: A decorative assembly for a floral grouping comprising a floral holding material and a sheet of material. The floral holding material is a shape-sustaining support member having an open upper end, an open lower end and a peripheral sidewall defining an internal chamber extending between the open upper end and the close lower end. A plurality fo apertures are provided in the peripheral sidewall of the floral holding material, each aperture adapted to receive a stem portion of a floral grouping. The sheet of material is extended about a portion of the floral holding material to form a decorative cover and the decorative cover cooperates with the shape-sustaining support member to define a reservoir for confining a liquid and a securing element secures the decorative cover about the shape-sustaining support member to hold the decorative cover about the floral holding material.

Abstract: A cover for use with a flower pot having a floral grouping disposed therein. The cover includes a sheet of material having a sheet extension connected to an outer peripheral surface thereof. The sheet of material is formed into a pot cover for covering the flower pot and the sheet extension extends over the floral grouping.

Abstract: A flower pot cover in combination with a retaining medium for holding and retaining a floral grouping. The flower pot cover includes a base portion defining a receiving space receiving at least a portion of the retaining medium so as to hold and retain the retaining medium. The base portion is constructed of a thermoformed plastic material, the base portion has an upper end, a lower end, and a sidewall extending between the upper end and the lower end. The sidewall is substantially devoid of overlapping folds and has decorative ornamentation associated with at least a portion of the sidewall.

Abstract: The invention is for a plant container consisting of decayable and ecologically safe materials. The plant container is collapsible and assembled from its parts consisting of a pre-cut casing (1) and a bottom (2) using known materials. The casing (1) and the bottom (2) are made of dimensionally stable wire mesh or biologically degradable plastic. The casing (1) and the bottom (2) are assembled with a decayable organic material which is attached to the dimensionally stable wire mesh or biologically degradable plastic.

Abstract: A timed-release irrigation device is disclosed. The device includes a first fluid reservoir having an upper cover portion adapted to enclose a first body of liquid. A liquid discharge member projects from the first fluid reservoir for enabling selective release of liquid therefrom. A second fluid reservoir is provided for containing a second body of liquid in fluid communication with the ambient environment. The second fluid reservoir has a closed bottom portion and a mechanism for regulating the evaporation rate of the second body of liquid to the ambient environment. Finally, a trigger mechanism is provided for releasing the liquid from the first fluid reservoir through the discharge member, the trigger mechanism being actuated by the evaporation rate regulating mechanism.

Abstract: A solid fuel gasifier includes first wall structure (12) defining a gasification chamber (14) and means (50, 52) to collect particulate solid residue from gasification in the gasification chamber. Second wall structure (16) defines a gas combustion chamber (17) and means (19) is arranged for admitting a flow of hot gases from the gasification chamber to the gas combustion chamber as combustion takes place. Also provided is means (178, 170) to conduct hot gases from the gasification chamber and/or gas combustion chamber into thermal contact with said collected particulate solid residue, for facilitating post-combustion and/or post-reduction of the solid residue. Also disclosed are an agitator bed (52, 182) for fine particulate material, and a method of gasification of solid fuel.

Abstract: A shutter having a frame and rotatable louvres of the type having a control rod connected to the louvres for moving said louvres, and having a control rod extending normal to the louvres, spaced apart from the louvres connector members on the louvres, having hinge formations extending outwardly from respective louvres, and having connector members for the control rod, having hinge formations and in which the hinge formations provide a hinge connection between the louvres and the control rod, with hinge axes spaced between the louvres and the control rod, and locating the control rod at a distance from the louvres sufficient to permit the louvres to be fully closed by the control rod without the control rod contacting the louvres.

Abstract: A sliding window assembly includes a lower frame member forming a channel, a guide bracket within the channel and slideable along the length of the channel, and a sliding pane carried by the guide bracket between closed and open positions. A pull-pull cable drive assembly is operably secured to the guide bracket to move the sliding pane between the closed and open positions. The drive assembly includes a drive motor, a drive drum rotateable by the drive motor, and drive cable connecting ends of the guide bracket with the drive drum. The guide bracket and the transition blocks are each mechanically locked to limit vertical movement relative to the frame member in order to reduce inadvertent tilting of the sliding pane. In one embodiment, the guide bracket includes tabs which are adhered to faces of the sliding pane to form a mechanical lock therebetween.

Abstract: A clip for mounting a weatherstrip between an end side of a window and a window frame includes: a weatherstrip side member having arms for engaging the weatherstrip and tabular engagement pieces extending from a base portion of the arms; and a window frame side member including box-shape holding portions for allowing the tabular engagement pieces to slide therein and an attachment device, i.e. T stud attachment portion and a double-sided tape, for attaching to the window frame. An engagement device is provided between the engagement pieces and the holding portions, and is formed of claws provided on one of the engagement pieces and holding portions and holes provided on the other. The weatherstrip side member and the window frame side member can be separately formed, and easily combined.

Abstract: A door panel assembly includes a panel with a window lifting mechanism mounted on one side and a power mechanism mounted on an opposite side. The panel has a first alignment feature for aligning the window lifting mechanism relative to the panel and a second alignment feature for aligning the power mechanism relative to the panel. The first and second alignment features facilitate alignment of the window regulator and the power mechanism to each other. Further, the first and second alignment features allow initial assembly of one of the window regulator or power mechanism components to the panel with a subsequent assembly of the remaining component to the, panel without having to hold the first component in place.

Abstract: A composition for use in texturing includes (i) microparticles or powder formed of at least one species selected from the group consisting of diamond, CBN, alumina and silicon carbide; (ii) at least one species selected from the group consisting of C2-C5 polyhydric alcohols, polycondensed products of the alcohols and alkylene glycol monoalkyl ethers represented by formula R1O(CnH2nO)mH (wherein R1 represents a C1-C4 linear or branched alkyl group, m is an integer of 1 to 3 and n is 2 or 3); and (iii) a C10-C22 fatty acid. When polishing a substrate using the composition, it is possible to form minute texturing lines, remove “polish lines” and “polish scratches” and minimize the mean surface roughness (Ra) of the undercoat layer of the substrate after texturing.

Abstract: An abrasive product which comprises a polycrystalline mass of self-bonded abrasive particles of irregular shape, the product being substantially free of a second phase and containing substantial plastic deformation of the abrasive particles. The abrasive particles are preferably diamond or cubic boron nitride and the plastic deformation of the particles is preferably at least 0.3 percent. The abrasive product may be made by subjecting a mass of the particles to elevated temperature and pressure conditions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition for chemical-mechanical polishing which comprises an oxidizing agent, an abrasive, and a Fenton's reagent. The oxidizing agent comprises a per compound, such as periodic acid, a peroxide, or a persulfate. The abrasive comprises a metal oxide, such as colloidal silica, alumina, or spinel. The Fenton's reagent comprises a metal selected from a group consisting of metals in Group 1(b) and Group 8, such as iron, copper and silver. The composition is believed to be effective by virtue of the interaction between the oxidizing agent and the Fenton's reagent that is at least partially linked to the surface of the abrasive. The invention further provides a method that employs the composition in the polishing of a feature or layer, such as a metal film, on a substrate surface. The invention additionally provides a substrate produced this method.

Abstract: In a water diversion system, in a preferred embodiment, a first fold of a deflector is disposed into a first hanger cavity and a second deflector fold is disposed into a second hanger cavity. The first fold of the deflector cooperates with the first cavity of the hanger to allow a resistance hinge-like action of the deflector. The deflector may be lifted open by compression of a curve of the deflector to remove the second fold of the deflector from the second hanger cavity. Methods are provided in which, in a preferred embodiment, a deflector-forming machine is disposed above a trough-forming machine and the deflector-forming machine is moveable forward and backward relative to the trough-forming machine.

Abstract: The invention concerns a method of manufacturing a joint housing, in particular for vehicle track rods, having an integral shaft with an internal thread designed to hold a longitudinal pin, the housing being produced from a blank with a ball-like enlargement at one end. In order to ensure low manufacturing costs and low consumption of energy and materials, a longitudinal cavity with a diameter exceeding that of the internal thread and a length exceeding that of the threaded section is first produced in the shaft of the blank by rearwards cup extrusion and the diameter of the threaded section subsequently reduced to that of the thread core while at the same time shaping the surface of the wall to give a flat key face, the overall process being a cold-forming one. Finally, both the external and internal features of the housing are produced by heading, cupping, punching and forming to size perpendicular the to longitudinal axis in the region of the enlargement.

Abstract: A fitting room (11) as a dressing room is adapted to have its entrance (12) opened and closed by drawing a curtain (14). The curtain is suspended from the tip ends of beam members of a curtain suspension apparatus (15) mounted on a ceiling plate (17). When closing the entrance (12), the curtain suspension apparatus (15) can deploy the curtain (14) in such a manner as to spread it outwardly relative to the fitting room (11) with respect to the entrance (12). The interior space closed with the curtain (14) can thus be enlarged when the curtain (14) is closed to use the fitting room (11). When the curtain (14) is opened, the space that was occupied by the curtain (14) when it was closed can be used for other purposes.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mobile building unit which is assembled to a building including at least one room (3) enclosed by walls (6), a roof (7) and a floor (12) for accommodating radiating equipment (5) and for treatment, therapy or diagnosing by means of ionizing radiation. The walls, the roof and floor of said building (1, 1′) serve as a radiation shielding barrier for preventing radiation at health-impairing levels from escaping to the outside of the building structure. At least two of the walls and the roof of the building, has the form of a double walled structure comprising an inner (8) and an outer (9) partition element with a space (10) therebetween.

Abstract: Off-site factory built structure employs a chassis including two interior longitudinal beam members joined at their ends to a perimeter structure. A floor system is integrated within the chassis perimeter. A ledger member is fixed to the inner surface of each longitudinal perimeter member so that a top surface lies in a plane coincident with top surfaces of the interior longitudinal beams. Lateral members are coupled to the tops of the interior longitudinal beams and to the top of the ledger members.

Abstract: A low impact foundation system requiring little or no excavation, and allowing for the preservation of soil and drainage characteristics of the site upon which it is erected. The system utilizes small obliquely driven piles in combination with footing or otherwise footing components designed to engage a foundation wall and replace the common footing typically constructed below such walls.

Abstract: Provided is an energy-absorbing wall system for use with vehicle barriers, such as race track walls or barriers, highway guard rails or partitions, and the like. The wall system comprises a series of impact panels attachable to a wall and crush panels between the impact panels and the wall. The overlapping impact panels of the present system distribute collision energy from the impacted panels to crush panels and distally adjacent impact panels and crush panels, until the collision energy has been substantially distributed along the energy-absorbing wall system.

Abstract: A baluster retaining member for connecting an end of a baluster to an opening in a rail of a railing system includes a rail section dimensioned to fit within the opening and a baluster section dimensioned to be secured to an end of the baluster. The rail and baluster sections are oriented with respect to one another at a predetermined angle so that when the baluster is connected to the rail by the member and the rail is positioned for use adjacent a stairway at an angle from the horizontal, the baluster is oriented vertically.

Abstract: A blast-resistant window assembly is provided. The assembly has a window, and first and second brackets. The window is fitted within an opening having at least one wall. The first bracket has a brace located adjacent the window, and a stop located adjacent the wall. The second bracket is located adjacent the wall and is configured to receive the stop. During an explosion, force created therefrom causes the window to engage the brace of the first bracket to cause the stop of the same to be received by the second bracket.

Abstract: A window frame section 100 comprises a central portion 10 of a thermally-insulating material and inner and outer sections 20, 30 of a different material, such as steel, the central portion 10 being produced by extrusion or pultrusion and incorporating projections and channels for receiving glazing units, beads and hardware fixings. The inner and outer faces of portion 10 have angled ends 12, 14, 17, 19 for the attachment of the sections 20, 30. Portion 10 may be hollow and may comprise a plurality of hollow channels. Portions 20, 30 may be attached to central portion 10 by retaining pins.

Abstract: A fire-resistant smoke-tight sliding door is provided which has at least one door leaf (1), which can be moved in a plane. The leaf (1) is made of fire-resistant glass and is accommodated in a frame (2). The door includes a conveying device, wherein the conveying device (3) has at least one track profile (4) mounted rigidly on a wall and at least one carrying element (5) connected to the frame (2). The carrying element (5) has at least one axle (6) with a conveying roller (7) mounted rotatably thereon with a said running surface (8) made of plastic. The conveying roller (7) has a core (9) made of a fire-resistant material.

Abstract: This invention is related to the construction industry. More specifically, it is related to a metal profile for the construction of support frames for doors and windows and providing a finished look to such doors and windows with an elegant touch. The advantages of this invention are that it allows for the work of preparing, leveling and installing support frames for doors and windows without affecting the finished look of the planes that include the fenestration, eliminating possible damages to the finish of the planes that include the fenestration. In case of maintenance or repair work, it is easily disassembled in a partial manner and reassembled in the same way, as well as to easily attach to it certain accessories that will make it versatile for its use on the fenestrations of doors, windows, and mid-height division walls.

Abstract: The prestressed, roof-ceiling constructions with flat-soffit for constructing industrial large-span buildings are bearing plane-space, assembling pre-fabricated elements. They solve the problem of constructing flat-soffit, finished ceilings in large-span buildings whereby besides an aesthethic ceiling look; reduce the heating volume, ensure the ventilated and isolated loft space through which of all kind of installations can be guided. The construction comprise distinkted wide and thin concrete plate (1) with two-part upper, steel construction (2), interconnected by means of vertical elements (3). The construction is twice prestressed by two undepended methods. The soffit concrete plate is prestressed centrically in the mould (6) and after the plate (1) concrete is hardend, the upper steel construction (2) is prestressed by pushing apart, at the midspan, the steel separated halves (2) which are then connected.

Abstract: A set structure for a wooden building formed with steel-frame H-beams as a basic frame, to which the wooden structures are connected, easily and securely, so as to allow structures for the wooden structures to be connected with one another is disclosed. The set structure may have interior finishing materials and include a basic frame unit formed with one or more steel-frame H-beams as unit members disposed vertically and horizontally, a reinforcing plate mounted on the contact point of the H-beams, and a truss attached to the planes of the H-beams; a frame assembling body fixed by engaging at least one or more wooden structures into engaging recesses provided on the H-beams and the truss; and a finishing material enclosing the frame assembling body. Wooden structures are easily coupled to the basic frames, reducing the number of construction processes and shortening the time for construction, in an economical manner.

Abstract: An assembly for a framed system includes an elongated post and a mounting plate shaped for installation in a post channel of the elongated post. The elongated post includes a first rib integrated along an inner surface of the first lateral side and an elongated second rib integrated along an inner surface of the second lateral side. The mounting plate includes an aperture for receiving the fastener and includes a first slot for receiving the first rib and a second slot for receiving the second rib. When the mounting plate is installed in the post channel, the first and second ribs are deformed by the installation of the mounting plate such that the deformed first and second ribs retain the mounting plate in the post channel.

Abstract: An assembly for posts includes a rigid interior column and a decorative shell mounted around the column. The interior column is anchored to a base that is mountable to a floor, ceiling or other support structure. The base has one or more vertical uprights configured to support the interior column and/or shell. The interior column is supported in a socket in the base. The column may be secured to the base by a latch that positively engages the column and the socket. The latch operates independently of any weight bearing down on the column. The column may be secured to both the floor and the ceiling by latches that cooperate with bases on both ends of the column. An optional trim with interlocking pieces may be installed around the shell to provide a decorative transition where the post mounts to a floor, ceiling or other structure.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system for a free stall barn or the like for keeping animals, especially cattle, comprising a grooved floor configured as a concrete slab. Said grooved floor has a floor surface and said floor surface, between adjacent grooves, is provided with an elastic and anti-slip covering that reaches close to the grooves. The invention further relates to a precast concrete slab for assembling such a system wherein the precast concrete slab corresponds to the floor width and, in the longitudinal direction, is provided with adjusting elements for exactly aligning the slabs to be joined. The invention further relates to a method for keeping animals in the inventive system, according to which an organic or mineral binder is strewed across the floor of the free stall barn and the bound solid manure and liquid manure is separated when the barn is cleaned out.

Abstract: Plate-shaped cover material comprising an elastomeric layer and a plastically deformable metal mesh or metal plate, the elastomeric layer consisting of a glue or joint sealant cured to an elastomer and having strong adhesion to the metal mesh or the metal plate.

Abstract: A pair of form panels each consisting of a faceplate, a concrete layer integrally laminated to one surface of the faceplate, and a metal supports erected in the concrete layer are disposed so that the surfaces on the side where the metal supports are installed are opposed to each other, and the metal supports are connected by using metal connectors, thereby connecting both form panels and defining a concrete-pouring space there between, the form panels being integrated by concrete poured in this concrete-pouring space so as to form a wall for the concrete building; thus a concrete building can be obtained which requires a short construction period, has a wide floor area and is friendly to the human body.

Abstract: A deck panel includes a generally planar body portion having an upper surface and first and second side surfaces on opposed sides of the upper surface. An elongated tongue extends outwardly from and along the first side surface. An elongated groove is defined in and extends along the second side surface, the groove being adapted to receive a second tongue. The deck panel is formed of a polymeric material.

Abstract: A method of reinforcing a structural support, includes applying a reinforcement system comprising an AR-glass fibrous layer embedded in an inorganic matrix to the structural support. The AR-glass fibrous layer has a sizing applied thereon, and a resinous coating applied is applied over the sizing. The inorganic matrix is adherent to the resinous coating and the resinous coating is adherent to the sizing.