Abstract: A greeting card constructed with 8.5×11 cardstock paper transformed into a 3D shadowbox effect. When assembled, the greeting card will have an image area combined with the frame panels and corners which includes printed matter that creates the 3D shadowbox effect. Features to manufacture include diecuts; which enable the corners to adhere to the right and left frame panel, scores; that enables the card to be folded to the shadowbox, and double-sided adhesive tape; which enables the formation to stay together. Removable adhesive glue dots are for the present invention to stay together in the folded closed position which is for storage purposes. When present invention is in assembled position, it is constructed for stand alone purposes. 8.5?×11? is the preferred choice, other various sizes in various dimensions may be constructed.

Abstract: A moving condition display apparatus for a vehicle includes a casing, a display panel and a project panel sequentially mounted into the casing. The display panel includes a first series, a second series and a third series of LEDs respectively arranged to a speed up display area, a cruise display area and a brake display area. The first series of LEDs lights when the accelerator of the vehicle is operated to speed up the vehicle. The second series of LEDs light when the accelerator is released and the speed of the vehicle is gradually slowed down. The third series of LEDs lights when the brake system of the vehicle is actuated to rapidly slow down the vehicle.

Abstract: An apparatus for recording pet care instructions with a dry-erase board surface that allows the user to record and edit pet instructions, pre-printed phrases and lines on the dry-erase board that provide a prompt to the user to record the pet instructions, a dry-erase pen that allows the user to record the pet instructions and that is attached to the dry-erase board and magnetic backing on the dry-erase board that allows the dry-erase board to be attached to a refrigerator or similar object.

Abstract: Provided is a sign holder for mounting to and displaying from a shelf any of various planar signs. The sign holder includes a clamp having two pivotally-connected panels that can be placed into a clamping position to hold the planar sign. To hold the panels in the clamping position, the first panel includes a holding prong that can be received in a corresponding aperture of the second panel. To prevent the planar sign from slipping between the panels, the second panel includes a piercing prong that can pierce the planar sign and be received in a corresponding aperture of the first panel. So that the planar material does not interfere with the engagement between the holding prong and its corresponding aperture, the piercing prong can be spaced-apart from the pivotally-connected edges of the panels a greater distance than the holding prong is. Various mounting structures can be included.

Abstract: An apparatus, a system and a method for labeling a beverage container have a first arm and/or a second arm. The first arm is connected to the second arm by a connector. A top end of a beverage container is inserted between the first arm and the second arm. The first arm and the second arm attach to and/or hold the top end of the beverage container. Moreover, the first arm and/or the second arm display indicia thereon for labeling the beverage container. The beverage container is identifiable with the indicia, the first arm and/or the second arm.

Abstract: This new process of a fishing lure will allow a child to tie a fishing lure on a line. The No-Tie Lure system is a new invention that all fishing lures not to be tied directly to a fishing lure, but easy enough to allow a child to install it. The No-Tie lure will enable the handicap to tie a fishing lure on without a knot being tied directly to an eyelet. This is the simplest fishing lure to attach in the world. Stick the line trough the No-Tie Lure Connector. Tie a overhand knot Pull the knot tight. Cut of any access line, and pull the knot up into the No-Tie Lure Connector. The lure is now attached and ready for fishing. The No-Tie Lure system is an improvement to every fishing lure known today. The No-Tie Lure system is an improvement in all aspects to the lure that exist today.

Abstract: Fishing equipment incorporates one or more dyes that change or display colors upon exposure to light (photochromic), a change in temperature (thermochromic), or change in ambient moisture (solvatochromic). Products that include parts that are made of, or products which are wholly a polymer can benefit from the present invention and may include fishing lines, fishing rods, fishing reels, thread used to wrap line guides on a fishing rod, and fishing reel handles.

Abstract: The present invention is directed towards an animal trap kit and method for luring animals to trap. The kit preferably includes a any well known animal trap in combination with a microencapsulated bait that can be applied during manufacturing of new traps or existing traps alike. The microencapsulated scent may be applied to the trap via brush, spray or adhesive backed tape. The bait can be activated by merely scratching the scented portion of the trap. Alternatively the microcapsules may be constructed and arranged for timed release of the scents, flavors or phermones contained in the bait.

Abstract: A trap including a housing having an inner wall and a first opening and a trigger that is inserted into the first opening. The trigger having an edge contacting the inner wall when the trap is armed.

Abstract: A method of removing a panel from a housing, wherein the panel has a first side to which insects adhere and the housing comprises a first opening through which the panel is removable from the housing, wherein the method comprises the steps of removing the panel from the housing through the first opening by causing a first portion of the panel to collapse towards a second portion of the panel as the panel is being removed from the housing through the first opening; wherein the insects adhering to the first side of the panel are intermediate the first and second portions of the panel as the panel is being removed from the housing through the first opening. An improved insect trap and panel to be used therewith is also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pesticidal composition comprising as active ingredient a mixture consisting of one compound (A) as defined in the patent claims and at least one compound (B) as defined in the patent claims, to a process for the preparation of and to the use of such a composition, to a method of controlling pests using such a composition, to plant propagation material treated with such a composition, to the use of a compound (A) in the preparation of such a composition and to the use of a compound (B) in the preparation of such a composition.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a removable insect barrier substantially prevents entrance of insects through an opening of a vehicle or other enclosure in which persons may be located. A perimeter of a magnetic layer removably couples to the enclosure substantially surrounding the opening to substantially prevent entrance of insects between the magnetic layer and the enclosure. A screen coupled to the perimeter of the magnetic layer substantially covers the opening and allows air to flow through the screen while substantially preventing entrance of insects through the screen. According to another embodiment, a removable insect barrier substantially prevents entrance of insects through an opening of a vehicle or other enclosure in which one or more persons may be located. A perimeter of a flexible layer substantially surrounds the opening. Attachment devices coupled to the perimeter of the flexible layer removably couple to the enclosure at locations about the opening.

Abstract: The present invention relates to devices and methods for controlling mosquitoes and other biting insects. The devices and methods may reduce populations of adult mosquitoes and insects or reduce the number or eggs mosquitoes and insects may lay within the treated area. The devices may be used independently or in conjunction with other techniques, devices, or chemicals that may be useful in reducing mosquito or insect populations. The device may attract mosquitoes by generating heat, carbon dioxide, or water vapor, but also may lure mosquitoes to the trap by providing a pool or pools of standing water.

Abstract: A novel candle apparatus at least includes: candle housing; candle fuel deposited in the candle housing, the candle fuel at least including non-toxic solidified therapeutic skin substance; and a candle fuel liquefier; wherein the candle fuel is adapted to, upon application of the fuel liquefier, liquefy into a therapeutic substance adapted for human skin. In one refinement, the therapeutic skin substance is massage oil. In another refinement, the therapeutic skin substance is a soap agent for cleansing skin, and the like. A therapeutic skin treatment method at least includes: a) providing a candle that at least includes, candle housing, candle fuel deposited in the candle housing, the candle fuel at least including non-toxic solidified therapeutic oil, and a candle fuel liquefier; b) liquefying the candle fuel into therapeutic oil for human skin; and c) applying to the skin, therapeutic oil produced in element b).

Abstract: A jet fuel additive concentrate composition comprises a solvent and a combination of components. A fuel composition and methods to improve thermal stability of a jet fuel and to reduce deposits in a jet engine include the jet fuel additive concentrate composition. The improvement in the thermal stability of a jet fuel is synergistic when the combination of components includes a cold-flow improving composition.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition comprising A) Solvent Naphtha having a naphthalene content of less than 1% by weight, B) a middle distillate cold flow improver and C) a solubilizing additive selected from aliphatic or alicyclic C1- to C22-alcohols, cycloaliphatic hydrocarbons and monocyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.

Abstract: Transesterification, esterification, and esterification-transesterification (both one-step and two-step) for producing biofuels. The process may be enhanced by one or more of the following: 1) applying microwave or RF energy; 2) passing reactants over a heterogeneous catalyst at sufficiently high velocity to achieve high shear conditions; 3) emulsifying reactants with a homogeneous catalyst; or 4) maintaining the reaction at a pressure at or above autogeneous pressure. Enhanced processes using one or more of these steps can result in higher process rates, higher conversion levels, or both.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for drying wet bio-solids by utilizing waste heat from a clinker cooler in a cement making process.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for drying wet bio-solids by utilizing waste heat from a clinker cooler in a cement making process.

Abstract: Alternate fuels and method of using the alternate fuels for replacing all or part of conventional fuels used to heat a riser duct, calciner or kiln in a cement making process.

Abstract: A wrap having a wrap opening formed through a portion thereof for wrapping a floral grouping having a bloom end and a stem end. The stem end of the floral grouping is inserted through the wrap opening in the wrap and the wrap is formed about the floral grouping and encompasses a substantial portion of the floral grouping while a portion of the stem end of the floral grouping remains extended through the wrap opening in the wrap.

Abstract: An arrangement for supporting a tree comprising a bracket and a pair of elongate bands each including a plurality of circular openings. The bands being extendable in loops from the bracket around a tree. The bracket has a pair of band receiving openings to receive free ends of the respective bands. A respective mounting opening is provided a short distance from each of the receiving openings. A pair of tangentially extending housings are respectively adjacent each of the openings to receive anchored ends of the respective bands. Inclined projections extend into each housing from an upper wall thereof to retain the band by engagement of the projections through respective retention openings in the bands. Bands can be tightened by location of a tool extending through a retention opening towards the anchored end of the respective band extending from the housing and also through a retention opening in the free end of the band through the respective mounting, such that a lever action can be applied with the tool.

Abstract: A system and method for directing water, nutrients and air to the root system of a plant includes an elongated, hollow housing having a wall member that permits water and air to be transmitted therethrough and which defines an internal cavity with an open top and an open bottom, and an elbow coupled to the housing proximate the open top.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of preserving a live tree for repeated indoor and outdoor use such as during a holiday season where the tree can be decorated and then moved back outside to continue growing for use next year. A root portion of the live tree is prepared and bent according to the present method to provide a support structure for the tree while maintaining the root function of the tree for continued health. The tree can be placed in a container that facilitates transfer back and forth between the outside environment and interior use during holiday seasons. The present invention provides the esthetic of having a live tree during holiday seasons, yet eliminates the waste and clean up associated with simply cutting down a tree and bringing inside and then disposing of the dead tree.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hydroponic assembly for planting pots of diverse sizes. The assembly is formed of a reservoir having a top and bottom with an opening in said top; a support frame disposed in said opening; a first and a second insert supported by said frame. The first insert has a first access port and the second insert has a second access port with a different size than the first.

Abstract: A growth medium for plants or mushrooms, the medium comprising sugar cane mill mud and non sphagnum-peat material selected from the group consisting of a non-sphagnum-peat and coconut fibre.

Abstract: A process for developing agricultural products, such as seed pots, from manure includes the steps of collecting the manure, modifying nutrient content and fiber content of the manure, optionally separating at least part of a solid portion of the manure containing nutrients and fibers from a liquid portion, preparing the separated solid portion or the unseparated manure for molding, and molding the separated solid portion or the unseparated manure into a desired product. Following the molding step, the desired product may be subjected to a drying step. A system for performing the process is described.

Abstract: Sanitizing Container and Display is an assembly for maintaining and displaying potted plants, cut flowers and flower arrangements in hospitals, home or other environments where immunocompromised patients or those who suffer allergic disease live. This closed plant-holding container is provided with a air filtered ventilation system that establishes adequate air circulation to the plants while filters the chamber out-flow air and clear out any potential harmful microbe, dust, allergen or fumes from chamber out-flow air that would be dangerous for those patients who lacks normal immune protection or are allergic to plant and flower allergens. This enclosed chamber also is provided with an artificial light source for illumination of the plants or flowers. The object of this invention was to create a completely sealed chamber that makes it possible for immunsuppressed patients or those with sever allergic disease to enjoy the loveliness of these natural beauties in their living environment.

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 present invention provides a control apparatus for automatic sliding doors that can be used with a plurality of door brands and models. The invention includes a control box and an idler pulley mounted to the door header. Both the control box and idler pulley can be mounted on a variety of door models by means of specific header brackets that are configured for each door model. The control box also provides a universal signal interface that can interpret sensor signals from a plurality of door models. A drive belt revolves on the idler pulley and is moved by a motorized pulley controlled by the control box. At least one belt bracket is fastened to the drive belt with a belt clamp, wherein the belt bracket is attached to a sliding door panel. Like the control box and idler pulley, the belt bracket can be used with a variety of door models and is attached to the sliding panel by means of a door bracket that is specific to the door model in question.

Abstract: A bracket assembly for mounting a windowpane to a window regulator. The bracket assembly includes a bracket body having a thickness substantially equal to the thickness of the adjacent windowpane. A pair of spaced sidewalls extend from the bracket body, defining a channel so that a portion of the windowpane is enveloped therein. The bracket assembly includes an aperture in the bracket body, operable to receive a mounting structure on a lift plate mounted to the window regulator. An adhesive bond is applied to between at least one of the spaced sidewalls and the abutting portion of the windowpane to bond the bracket assembly to the windowpane.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polishing composition containing a colloidal silica prepared from a silicate, the colloidal silica having an average particle size of primary particles of 1 nm or more and less than 40 nm, and water, wherein a density of silanol group on the surface of the colloidal silica is from 0.06 to 0.3 mmol per 1 g of the colloidal silica; a process for preparing the above polishing composition; a method for reducing nano scratches of a substrate and a method for manufacturing a substrate, each including the step of polishing a substrate to be polished with a polishing composition comprising a colloidal silica prepared from a silicate, the colloidal silica having an average particle size of primary particles of 1 nm or more and less than 40 nm, and water, wherein a density of silanol group on the surface of the colloidal silica is adjusted to a range from 0.06 to 0.3 mmol per 1 g of the colloidal silica.

Abstract: A cover for a roof gutter includes a unitary cover panel received by a plurality of C-clips that are attached to a portion of the roof gutter. The unitary cover panel includes a curved front lip positioned adjacent the roof gutter and an opposite roof-side edge to fit beneath shingles of the roof. The unitary cover panel includes four rows of oblong water siphon slots that are positioned between the roof-side edge and the curved lip. Each water siphon slot includes an opening for water to flow through into the gutter and a depending lip formed to extend below a gutter-facing lower surface of the unitary cover panel wherein the depending lip has a convex upper surface to direct water into the gutter.

Abstract: A cover for a roof gutter includes a unitary cover panel received by a plurality of securing clips that are attached to a portion of the roof gutter. The unitary cover panel includes a curved front lip positioned adjacent the roof gutter and an opposite roof-side edge to fit beneath shingles of the roof. The unitary cover panel includes four rows of oblong water siphon slots that are positioned between the roof-side edge and the curved lip. Each water siphon slot includes an opening for water to flow through into the gutter and a depending lip formed to extend below a gutter-facing lower surface of the unitary cover panel wherein the depending lip has a convex upper surface to direct water into the gutter.

Abstract: A land anchor device that is configured for external driving with a hammer or the like and self-contained extraction with an up-slide hammer member. Among other benefits, weight, bulk and cost-of-manufacture are reduced by a land anchor device in accordance with the present invention. The device may include a drive stake having a continuous drive member from striking surface to tip, any of and various cross-sectional configurations. The handle arrangements facilitate easy-of-use. The device includes an auger accessory. Various embodiments and fabrication materials and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: An anti-seismic device is adapted to absorb the vibration energy of a structure, and comprises a plurality of vibration-reducing units, each of which includes a mass, a hydraulic cylinder, and a resilient element. The hydraulic cylinder has an outer end that is connected fixedly to the structure, and an inner end that is connected fixedly to the mass. The resilient element has an outer end that is connected to the structure, and an inner end that is connected to the mass. When the structure is subjected to vibration, the masses can move reciprocally relative to the structure at different vibration frequencies. The hydraulic cylinders are arranged substantially in parallel.

Abstract: Disclosed is a segmental earth retaining wall block having a front side, a top side with a transversal tongue of a given width projecting from it, the tongue extending at a first distance from the front side, and a bottom side with a transversal groove made in it, the groove being sized to receive the tongue of another similar block positioned below and thus to allow stacking of the blocks. The groove extends at a second distance from the front side that is smaller than the first distance, and the first and second distances are selected so that the tongue and the groove 11 are offset with respect to each other over a distance that is smaller than the width of the tongue.

Abstract: A packaging blank capable of forming a reclosable container comprises in one embodiment a front panel having opposing side panels, a rear panel connected to the front panel by the second side panel, a top panel connected to a top edge of the front panel, a bottom panel connected to a bottom edge of the front panel, and a pour spout flap connected to a top edge of the second side panel. Upon construction the packaging blank provides a reclosable container having an integral pour spout that is releasably securable to a portion of the top panel. Still further, the invention relates to a method of forming the container and a method of packaging articles in the container.

Abstract: This device making it possible to apply to a pack (3), moved along a conveyor (2), a handle n of nominal length L situated at the end of a tape (7) comprises a succession of handles (n+i), each handle comprising two adhesive ends and a central part, the device comprising means for feeding the tape (7) as far as a rotary application arm having a length which is equal to the nominal length L, this arm being able to deposit one adhesive end of the handle n on one face of the pack (3) and then the second end of the handle n on a second face of the pack (3) during a 180° rotation of the arm (18) which is synchronous with the advancing movement of the pack (3) on the conveyor (2).

Abstract: An apparatus for enclosing a product in a covering material includes a product feed and covering system, a clipper mechanism and a tensioning system. The product feed and covering system is configured to apply the covering material over the product. The clipper mechanism is disposed downstream of the product feed and covering system along a flow path of the covering material. The clipper mechanism is adapted to receive the covering material and to secure a clip to the covering material received therein. The tensioning system is adapted to introduce a tensioning load to the covering material after and while the covering material is received in the clipper mechanism.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for the automated wrapping of a bundle with a resilient stretchable film. The method comprises the steps of (i) unrolling a desired length of the film from a roll. The film has a first panel overlapping a second panel. The panels are interconnected at a sealed first end. (ii) Sealing a second end of the panels to bond them together by a second seal at the desired length. (iii) Cutting the film along the second seal to form a tube. (iv) Separating the first panel of the tube from the second panel by grasping film. edges of each of the panels, whereby the tube may be opened. (v) Loading the tube in an opened position on an expandable frame, whereby at least a portion of the tube is accumulated in a folded condition on the expandable frame. (vi) Stretching the tube by expanding the expandable frame.

Abstract: A system for sealing a packaging wrapper around an object directs a flow of heated air to end flaps of the wrapper to move the end flaps into sealing contact with a body section of the wrapper to substantially enclose the object. The system includes an oven, a conveyor, a source of heated air and a means for deflecting the flow of heated air to the conveyor to seal end flaps of the wrapper with a body section of the wrapper. In use, an object surrounded by the wrapper body section is moved through the oven on a conveying surface of the conveyor, and heated air is moved through the oven bypassing the conveying surface to a region below the conveying surface. The heated air flow then encounters the means for deflecting the heated air flow, which directs the air flow upward and through the conveying surface to impact and move the end flaps into sealing contact with the wrapper body section.

Abstract: An article aligning apparatus for aligning a plurality article tiers to be loaded into a carton. Each article tier comprises an article array delivered from an in-feed stream at an in-feed end of a packaging machine. The apparatus comprises an article conveyor for conveying a lower article tier, a first article conveying means including one or more lugs mounted on an endless track for selecting an upper article tear and for conveying the upper article tier to a point of vertical alignment with the lower article tier, thereafter to be stacked and conveyed to the out feed end of the apparatus.

Abstract: A continuous motion sealer includes recirculating heat seal heads, a container conveyor with pairs of container supporting jaws, and a film transport for conveying a film with seal areas between said heads and containers for heat sealing film seal areas to the mouths of containers, all while continuously moving said containers in a machine direction. Heat seal heads move in a recirculating path through a heat seal path and are movable toward containers while the jaws engage spaced containers, hold them for sealing, and release them after sealing. Methods are disclosed.

Abstract: A waste disposal device includes a mechanism for scoring flexible tubing dispensed from a cartridge. The waste disposal device comprises a container housing a length of flexible tubing foldingly stacked therein and configured to permit dispensing of the flexible tubing to a predetermined length. The flexible tubing is scored periodically at predetermined intervals for ease of tearing during disposal of waste packages placed in the flexible tubing.

Abstract: A specially arranged vacuum loader and industrial dust collector with a perforated plate tangential cyclone separator with angular perforations is provided to efficiently remove, readily collect, effectively separate and safely dispose of wet, dry and fibrous materials, including liquids and slurries. The special vacuum loader and industrial dust collector has a solids-gas separation compartment comprising a tangential cyclone separator, preferably a perforated plate tangential separator with angular perforations, which is positioned generally alongside and laterally offset from one or more filtering compartments to minimize turbulence and re-entrainment of the collected particulate material.

Abstract: A filter for purifying air and keeping cleanly the ducts of a hot air system or central air exchanger, and which automatically takes the shape of the inlet from a duct when it is installed.

Abstract: There is disclosed a plugged honeycomb structure which can be easily regenerated with less cost and less energy consumption in a short time without changing an existing regeneration system. The plugged honeycomb structure includes: a honeycomb structure having partition walls formed of porous materials and a large number of cells defined•formed by the partition walls to constitute channels of a fluid; and a plugging portion which plugs any opening of the cell of the honeycomb structure. The structure further includes: a narrowed portion constituted in such a manner as to cover a part of an opening (non-plugged opening) which is not plugged by the plugging portion of the cell so that an open area of the non-plugged opening is reduced to be smaller than a channel sectional area of the cell.

Abstract: A wall-flow filter having a honeycomb body being composed of a plurality of end-plugged cell channels defined by an array of interconnecting and intersecting porous walls, the cell channels extending between end faces of the honeycomb body, the cell channels having fillets at each corner. An extrusion die for making the honeycomb body is described.

Abstract: Override assembly apparatus and method for use with a lawnmower including a control circuit coupled to a first housing. The control circuit can prevent the lawnmower from cutting while the lawnmower is moving in a reverse direction. The override assembly can include a second housing separate from the first housing, a user-manipulatable control, and a terminal block. The override assembly can include an override circuit that can operate in a first state in which the control circuit is enabled and a second state in which the control circuit is disabled in response to the user-manipulatable control.