Abstract: The invention refers to a method of brazing together thin heat exchanging plates of an iron based base material provided with port holes and a pressing pattern of elevations and depressions over the heat exchanging area of the plates and, if present, also over the distribution area to a plate heat exchanger. The plates are coated with brazing material and are arranged such that contact between elevations and depressions in adjacent plates is obtained prior to the brazing together. The plates are then brazed together at the resultant contact points. Only 5-40%, preferably 10-30 %, of the heat exchanging area and the distribution area are coated with brazing material prior to the brazing.

Abstract: A vehicle frame assembly includes a first vehicle frame component that is formed by deforming a closed channel structural member to have a relatively small end portion and a relatively large end portion. A member is provided having first and second ends. The relatively large end portion of the closed channel structural member is secured to the first end portion of the member to form the first vehicle frame component. A plurality of second vehicle frame components are provided. The first vehicle frame component and the plurality of second vehicle frame components are secured together to form the vehicle frame assembly.

Abstract: A shaving aid composite includes exfoliating elements or exfoliating material.

Abstract: An improved hair razor includes a cylindrical barrel forming the first part of an elongated handle having a razor blade holder joined to one end thereof, a tubular member forming the second part of the elongated handle having a finger ring formed therein, and an armature means connecting other ends the first part and the second part of the elongated handle in axial alignment, the armature means operable to allow the first part and the second part to rotate relative to each other and selectively lock the first part and the second part against rotation at a plurality of positions. The multiple positions available for the finger ring orientation lessens fatigue and stress of beauticians and barbers using the novel razor.

Abstract: Provided is a device for removing coating on an optical fiber. The device has a cutting depth limiting surface disposed on a receiver body and a cutting blade attached between a pusher body and a fixing block. The cutting blade is made from plastics and has a specified bending elasticity. An optical fiber is inserted between the cutting blade and the limiting surface. During operation, the cutting blade cuts into a covering on the optical fiber.

Abstract: A locking mechanism is coupled to a distal end of the butterfly knife for securing the butterfly knife in an open position and in a closed position. The locking mechanism has a movable magnetic component coupled to a distal end of the first handle component. The magnetic component is magnetically coupled to a metallic surface of the second handle component to lock the butterfly knife. At least one spring device is movably coupled to the magnetic component. The spring device is used for moving the magnetic component in a downward manner to free the magnetic component from the metallic surface of the second handle component to unlock the butterfly knife.

Abstract: A cutting device for rod-shaped workpieces has two actuating levers each in the form of a two-arm pivot lever. The two-arm pivot levers each have a first arm as an actuator and a second arm having a shearing edge. The actuators move the shearing edges relative to one another. The pivot levers each have an end face. The end faces rest against one another in the shearing position. The second arms each have a detachable cutting insert, and the shearing edges are arranged on the cutting inserts. The actuators can be engaged by a drive device for pivoting the actuators in opposite direction relative to one another.

Abstract: The lockable knife block is designed to hinder young children from extracting knives when not supervised or aided by an adult. When the safety-lock cap is in the locked position, knives' handles are inaccessible. When the safety-lock cap is lowered to the open position, the knives are available for use. The locking mechanism is difficult for small children to operate, and greatly enhances overall kitchen safety.

Abstract: In a razor cartridge, a housing is provided having first and second razor blade assemblies positioned therein. The first and second razor blade assemblies each include at least one razor blade and an at least partially exposed cutting edge. The razor blades are positioned in the first and second blade assemblies to allow hair to be cut from a user's skin when the razor cartridge is drawn thereover in either of two generally opposite cutting directions. At least one shaving aid outlet is defined by the razor cartridge and positioned between the first and second razor blade assemblies to allow the shaving aid to be dispensed therethrough.

Abstract: A cutting tool (20) for a microkeratome (4) is disclosed. This cutting tool (20) includes a blade handle (24) and a separate cutting blade (56). Both the blade handle (24) and cutting blade (56) include features to register or align a cutting edge (80) of the cutting blade (56) with a microkeratome registration surface (28) of the blade handle (24). This microkeratome registration surface (28) of the blade handle (24) interfaces with a cutting tool registration surface (14) of a head assembly (10) of the microkeratome (4) on which the cutting tool (20) is installed. Therefore, the cutting edge (80) of the cutting blade (56) is registered or aligned relative to the cutting tool registration surface (14) of the head assembly (10) of the microkeratome (4).

Abstract: A system effectuates increased cutting device safety through rapid detection of abrupt motion of the device, and/or the proximity of the device cutting elements in relation to its operator. An adaptive signal processor receives signals from accelerometers (i.e. motion sensors) and/or proximity sensors, and adjusts an electro-mechanical interface with the cutting device drive and/or power mechanism. Sensors resident on the user may be spatially dispersed to protect multiple areas of potential interaction between device and operator. The adaptive signal processor receives and processes the sensor signals, determines motion and proximity measurements, compares the measurements to predetermined and set thresholds, and effectuates device interruption should thresholds be reached. The signal processor contains an adaptive signal processing algorithm which accounts for noise and invalid sensor measurements such as those made due to some external object physically disrupting proximity sensor-pair measurements.

Abstract: A reciprocating power saw, in particular a saber saw, with a housing (1), a motor-driven reciprocating stroke bar (2) that has a tool receptacle (3) at its free end, and a bearing means (4), which axially displaceably and pivotably bears the stroke bar (2) in the tool-side end zone of the housing (1). The bearing means (4) has a guide part (5) with a bearing passage (6) for receiving the stroke bar (2), wherein the bearing means (4) is mounted by an elastic secondary bearing element (8) in a receiving passage (7) in the housing (1).

Abstract: In a shaving implement a handle includes a shaving head that defines an interior area. An actuator is coupled to the shaving head for movement between a neutral position, and a cartridge ejecting position. The cartridge retainer includes a portion projecting outwardly from the shaving head defining at least one cartridge engaging surface adapted to slidably engage a complimentarily shaped slot that extends longitudinally of a rear surface defined by a razor cartridge mounted to the shaving implement. The razor cartridge is releasably coupled to the cartridge retainer so that it is movable between a non-rotated and a rotated position with the cartridge being urged toward the non-rotated position in response to an externally applied force.

Abstract: In a shaving implement a razor cartridge is pivotally coupled to a handle for rotational movement about a pivot axis. The razor cartridge includes a leading surface and a trailing surface and at least one blade positioned between the leading and trailing surfaces, the blade defining a cutting edge that is at least partially exposed. The pivot axis is located adjacent to the leading surface so that during a shaving operation, externally applied forces generated by drawing the razor cartridge and thereby the exposed portion of the cutting edge over a hirsute surface, causes the razor cartridge and the cutting edge to rotate into the hirsute surface.

Abstract: The Slotted Foot is placed across the leading edge of two stair treads. Then the Main Body is placed in a plumb position as indicated by the Plumb Vial. At this time the Wing Nut is tightened. This secures the Main Body to the Slotted Foot. Using a pencil or other marking instrument the height of the handrail or the handrail bracket can now be marked thru the one-eighth inch holes in the Main Body.

Abstract: The object of the invention is a method for defining elastic deformations and integral angle between of the most important parts of a gyratory compactor, in which method the angle of gyration of a gyratory compactor is measured during the use of the gyratory compactor. The object of the invention is also a device in accordance with the claim 1, which device includes measuring elements (13, 20, 27, 28) for measuring the angle of gyration of a gyratory compactor. Characteristic to the method in accordance with the invention is the fact that a loading device (1) is adjusted in the place of mass specimen, the loading of which on the gyratory compactor is earlier known and that the gyratory compactor will be in use while the loading device (1) is inside the gyratory compactor. Characteristic to the device in accordance with the invention is the fact that the device includes at least one loading device which can be placed inside the specimen cylinder mold of the gyratory compactor.

Abstract: There is provided a nozzle assembly setting gauge that is secured to the nozzle assembly. The nozzle assembly setting gauge further includes a setting post that contacts the combustion head when the nozzle assembly is in the proper reset position. As an added feature the nozzle assembly setting gauge also includes an electrode adjuster that allows a technician to properly gap and position the electrode pair without reference to any manuals or the requirements of any special tools. The electrode adjuster can also be independent of the nozzle assembly setting gauge.

Abstract: A measuring system for recording angular and linear absolute values has a scale with a measuring track to create the absolute value that is recorded by a sensor configuration. The scale is composed of at least two segments configured in the same way to record absolute values. The scale has at least one track suitable for determining the absolute value of each segment reached using the sensor configuration. The measuring system contains switches that provide the total absolute value for further processing made up of the absolute value of the segment and the calculated absolute value within the segment. The system is supplied by a main power supply. There is also a switch configuration that switches to auxiliary power when the main power fails and the sensor configuration is only used in this operating mode to determine the absolute value of the particular segment reached.

Abstract: A measuring device including a mechanism for measuring such as a tape measure, the mechanism for measuring having a end hook; and a mechanism for selectively securing, such as a magnet, the tape to an object, such as a pipe, the mechanism for selective securing being attached to the end hook of the mechanism for measuring.

Abstract: A displacement measuring instrument (1) has a spindle (25) penetrating a gauge body (11) to be slidably supported relative to the gauge body (11) to be displaced and a lifting lever (20) manipulated from the outside for forcibly shifting the spindle. A lever support (30) supporting an end opposite to a drive end (20A) of the lifting lever (20) that is in contact with the spindle (25) is supported by engaging a dovetail groove thereon with a projection of an engaging member (35) formed on the outer circumference of the gauge body (11).

Abstract: A handler for testing semiconductor devices is provided, wherein a soaking plate is fitted on a handler body having temperature control means for heating and/or cooling semiconductor devices placed thereon. Loading/unloading shuttles are movably fitted, such that they can move in a forward/backward direction, for carrying the semiconductor deices to/from a test site, thereby simplifying a handler system and permitting accurate temperature testing under in high or low temperature environments.

Abstract: A hair styling attachment including a main housing and at least a pair of hair treating members, the hair treating member includes at least a thermally conductive hair treating surface, the pair of hair treating members being adjacently disposed with the corresponding hair treating surfaces on the pair of adjacent hair treating members generally in compressive contact, the corresponding hair treating surfaces on the pair of adjacent hair treating members being relatively displaceable to form a gap for receiving the hair to be treated, the main housing includes an air inlet and the hair treating surface being communicable with the air inlet.

Abstract: An insert is disposed in a glove to open up the glove and allow the flow of drying air to the inner surfaces of the glove. A cruciform shaped opening is provided in a central portion of the insert. The opening is adapted to interlock with a mating cruciform member on a drying tree for drying in ambient air. Alternatively, the insert with glove mounted thereon can be disposed in a mechanical dryer (electric or gas) if desired.

Abstract: A method of drying wet toner particles includes adding different sized wet toner particles to a dryer drying chamber and drying each of the wet toner particles for a drying time TD. The drying time TD can vary for each toner particle and is proportional to the mass of the wet toner particle. The method can also include introducing a heated drying gas into the drying chamber to create a circulating flow of drying gas. The method also includes adjusting the pressure and/or velocity and/or angle of the heated drying gas to control the amount of deagglomeration of the toner particles.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for rinsing and spin-drying a hydrophobic material such as a hydrophobic semiconductor wafer improves wafer drying while at the same time reduces the formation of residual contaminants on the dried surface of the wafer. This is accomplished by first establishing a safe-zone between a minimum rotational speed above which drying proceeds satisfactorily and a maximum rotational speed above which contaminants dry on the wafer's surface. A spin-rate profile can then be adopted such that the rinse/dry process proceeds within the safe zone.

Abstract: A dry end section for a paper-making machine for producing a high-bulk tissue is provided. Such a machine comprises a through-air dryer adapted to finally dry a paper web and a through-air drying fabric configured to transport the web through the through-air dryer. A separating device is included for facilitating separation of the web from the through-air drying fabric. A reel is also provided and is configured to receive the web thereon. The web is received directly on the separating device or on a fabric wrapped about the separating device. In some instances, the web may be compressed between the separating device and an adjacent roll or by a web-compressing device disposed along the fabric transporting the web. The web is then transported to the reel directly from the fabric or other support mechanism extending between the separating device and the reel, without free draw of the web. Associated methods are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention dries an ink absorption layer using a drying apparatus after applying an ink absorption layer application liquid containing inorganic particles and water-soluble resin to a continuously running web and thereby reduces a drying speed distribution in the width direction of the ink absorption layer to 20% or less.

Abstract: A collapsible article of footwear that is waterproof is provided. The collapsible article of footwear may include in combination a collapsible backpack for use in carrying sports footwear and other sports gear that is associated with an outdoor activity, while wearing the collapsible footwear.

Abstract: The invention is a system for modifying characteristics of an article of footwear, particularly the sole structure. The footwear may include a plurality of discrete, vertically-projecting, columnar elements that extend between upper and lower portions of a cavity formed in the sole structure. At least one of the columnar elements includes a void that is configured to receive an insert. The void is accessible from the exterior of the footwear and the insert may be interchanged with an alternate insert that has different physical characteristics, thereby modifying the characteristics of the footwear.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method and apparatus for providing a shoe with a footbed, an insole having a first layer and a second layer, where the first layer includes a top surface, a bottom surface, and a hole extending from the top surface to the bottom surface. The second layer includes a top surface, a bottom location, and a hole extending from the top surface to the bottom location. Additionally, the shoe includes a protrusion extending from the footbed through the first layer to the bottom location of the second layer.

Abstract: A footbed for insertion into a shoe. The footbed includes an insole with a heel area, a metatarsal area and an arch area between the heel area and the metatarsal area. The insole also includes a lateral side and a medial side. A support is attached to the insole and extends between the arch area and the heel area of the insole. The support extends from the lateral side to the medial side of the insole to reduce pronation in a foot that is supported by the footbed.

Abstract: The invention is the mechanism of tying of footwear using one or more girth laces, which are led in predetermined directions around the foot across the instep of the shoe and through the sole of the shoe. Eyelets are located at the ends of the girth laces. The usual lace is wound through these and any other eyelets of the shoe. By tying up the tying mechanism, the girth laces slide around the foot and, together with the usual lace (if used), circumferentially embrace the foot within the shoe.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for securing a foot in a footwear item and a footwear item using the apparatus are provided. Pivot members are disposed on opposing sides of a closure configured to secure an opening in an upper of the footwear item, the pivot members being positioned on a surface of the footwear item between the opposing sides of the closure and a heel section of the footwear item. A securing including end sections and a force member is provided. Each of the end sections includes a fastener-receiving opening configured for a fastener to pass therethrough. The force member extends from the end sections and curves around the pivot members to engage the closure. Tension applied to the fastener applies force to the end sections resulting in tension in the force member causing a securing force being applied against the closure.

Abstract: A golf shoe having a saddle portion for providing lateral support to the foot for increased support during the golf swing. The saddle comprising a base and overlay inserts, each comprising of a thermoplastic urethane (TPU) material of different hardness than the other. The non-stretchable nature of TPU provides an increased level of stability to an area of the foot where lateral strength is crucial. The base having a hardness of less than about 75 Shore A, while the overlay inserts have a hardness of at least about 75 Shore A.

Abstract: The invention concerns a soft boot for sports use, particularly for snowboarding, of the type provided with laces or other mechanical devices capable of allowing the maximum opening/closure of the outer shell of the boot, for the purpose of making easier the insertion and extraction of the inner boot. This soft boot is characterized by the fact that it provides for the application on the top surface of a plate of elastic material which extends longitudinally from the toe of the boot to the base of the legging.

Abstract: A design concept for foot orthotics having several different optional features and sub-features is disclosed. The design is useful for supporting and correcting abnormal foot posture. The disclosure contemplates different types of footwear in addition to user's gender, age, weight, foot size, activity level and medical condition. Varying types of midfoot sections and heel portions are employed having specific arch support. The design further provides the benefits of custom foot casting while having mass producible parts. Also disclosed are design choices for thickness and width of the orthotics and preferred materials for a wide range of applications. Additionally, a method is disclosed for choosing particular orthotics for a particular person from a set of total possible orthotics available. The set of orthotics will contain sub-sets of specific arch heights, widths and thicknesses of orthotics.

Abstract: In the working machine of the present invention, a tank mounting portion is provided in an upper rotating body, a fuel tank is mounted removably in the tank mounting portion, and engaging portions are formed respectively on both body side of the working machine and the tank side so as to be engaged with each other when the tank is set in the tank mounting portion, thereby preventing in this engaged state the tank from moving in vertical directions and in substantially horizontal directions other than a removable direction of the tank, while a fuel tank dislodgment preventing means is provided to prevent movement in the removable direction of the tank when set in the tank mounting portion. In this working machine, the tank mounting structure can be reduced in both size and weight.

Abstract: A blade attachment that can be attached to an excavator or backhoe in 10 seconds and Removed in 3 seconds from the operators seat without the need of: tools, nuts, bolts, pins, chains, hoses or additional personnel. Said attachment is secured to the bucket by the means of two special u-shaped adaptors welded to the inside of the bucket. The blade having opposing brackets which support a grab bar and adjustable striker bar, allowing it to be installed on numerous buckets without modification of attachment or bucket allowing it to be removed quickly. The design of the bucket adaptors and striker bar allows it to be removed quickly. The design of the bucket adaptors and striker bar prohibits the blade from being removed during earth moving, and grading operations but allows the operator to maintain a level grade, when the machine is sitting on as much as a 10% grade difference. Said blade is of a size equal too 2 to 3 times the bucket width.

Abstract: A clothes iron appliance composed of a water reservoir, a steam chamber, and an electro-osmotic pump having a porous body disposed to pump water from the reservoir to the steam chamber.

Abstract: Structure with variable geometric pattern and appearance, especially, although not exclusively, for use in making stationery or publishing articles, as well as envelopes or packages, characterized in that it comprises: a first element (1) having an aperture (2) whose outline defines a preset geometric or fancy figure; a flap or patch of fabric or cloth (3) applied on the rear surface (10) of said first element (1); a second element (4) associated with the rear surface of said first element (1) on the back of said fabric (3) so that the said fabric will result interposed between the first (1) and second (4) elements, the same fabric being able to partly project from the surface defined by said first element (1) or said second element (4), the surface of the latter being either continuous or provided, likewise the surface of the first element (1), with one or more apertures.

Abstract: A paint color card having a substrate with a surface coated with a layer of a colored coating composition formulated to have a dried color that is substantially similar to the dried color of a commercially-available paint composition. The paint color card has a plurality of perforations at least partially defining a chip section that may be detached or folded over to form a window.

Abstract: A flag for labeling drugs or medications provided in a medication cup, for use in the operating room, has a cup section with an adhesive back surface peelably attached to a backing sheet. A flag section is attached to the cup section of the flag at a bend line. A flag strip also having an adhesive back surface is supplied on the backing sheet. Multiple flags of different colors are preferably provided in a kit. A flag is attached to each cup. The flag section is labeled with a marker or a preprinted label, to indicate the content of the cup. The flag section is folded down so that it partially overlies the open top end of the cup. The syringe strip is adhered to a syringe used to draw medication out of the cup for administration to the patient. The flag and syringe strip provide a visual link or connection between each syringe and the contents of each cup. The risk of administering the wrong drug to a patient is reduced.

Abstract: A flame simulating assembly for providing a three-dimensional image of flames formed by fluctuating light. The flame simulating assembly has a simulated fuel bed, a light source, and a screen disposed behind the simulated fuel bed for diffusing and transmitting light. The screen includes a conoid concavity positioned adjacent to the simulated fuel bed. The flame simulating assembly also includes a flicker element for creating the fluctuating light, the flicker element being positioned in a path of light between the light source and the screen. The fluctuating light is transmitted through the screen and attenuated to form the three-dimensional image of flames.

Abstract: This invention takes the figure in the road sign warning of pedesrians and makes an enlarged solid rendition of the sign symbol that can be placed anywhere and can be of varying sizes. Instead of a frequently ignored warning sign, the automobile driver's attention will be drawn to the figures as a warning of pedestrian presence.

Abstract: An apparatus and method of display adapted to overlay and magnetically adhere to magnetically susceptible door surfaces of dual-door or multi-door large kitchen appliances, cabinets, closets or pantries, wherein the apparatus and method provides the display of a completed picture, message, or the like, upon planar alignment or adjacent positioning of all doors of the dual-door or multi-door unit, and wherein the apparatus and method provide a means in which to conceal otherwise mundane or aesthetically displeasing frontal door surfaces of such dual-door or multi-door units. The apparatus and method of the present invention further provides a means in which to protect the door surfaces of such dual-door or multi-door units from inadvertent scratches, scrapes and/or scuffs, or to conceal pre-existing cosmetic damage.

Abstract: A hanger is provided with a web with an internally disposed tab for movement in the plane of the web between a first position and a second position. A size indicator that is mounted on the web has a pair of walls disposed on opposite sides of the web and a bridge that extends between the walls for locking engagement with the tab in the first position. In one embodiment, the end of the tab may be accessed by a pointed tool to allow the block to be removed. In another embodiment, the tab is covered over to prevent the block from being removed. Several seating arrangements are provided for seating of the block on the web.

Abstract: A label assembly having a face sheet adhered to a back sheet. A separation line includes at least one first tearable line of separation extending across the face sheet and a second tearable line of separation extending across the back sheet. Each first tearable line of separation is offset with respect to the second tearable line of separation. In a method for printing a plurality of portions of the label assembly, the label assembly is routed through a printer and print is applied to a first portion of the label assembly. The first portion is separated from a second portion and the second portion is routed through a printer and print is applied to the second portion of the label assembly.

Abstract: A sign is formed from an indicia donor element and an indicia recipient base element. The recipient base has a first color; and signage indicia is removed therefrom to cause the recipient element to be stencil-like. The donor element has a second color; and signage indicia is removed therefrom and installed into the stencil-like openings in the recipient element, to form the sign having one color of background and a second color of signage integral therein. Preferably, the donor and recipient elements are of the same baseboard material, except for color; and the donor signage is snap fit into the recipient base. The preferred orientation for this sign is vertical, just above floor level. Visual recognition of the signage can be enhanced by phosphorescence or glitter treatment. Tactile signage sensing can be enabled by texture difference between donor and recipient materials.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a photo display system that can quickly and easily be converted from an ambient light backlit viewing mode to a powered backlit viewing mode. The photo display system includes an imaged transparency, a diffuser film disposed next to the imaged transparency and a diffuse reflector.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a photo display system having a decorative frame, an imaged transparency disposed on the decorative frame and a diffuser film disposed on the imaged transparency. The photo display system also has a base having a means for mounting the decorative frame and a means for attaching a diffuse reflector. The diffuse reflector is disposed behind the decorative frame as viewed from the imaged transparency side of the photo display system.