Abstract: An adsorption standby unit is provided upstream in the sheet conveying direction of a sheet stacking portion, which stacks sheets to be processed thereon. During processing of sheets on the sheet stacking portion, the next sheet to be processed is adsorbed and put in a standby state by the adsorption standby unit, so that the sheet can be retained and put in a standby state without switching the sheet back.

Abstract: A tamper-evident enclosure for the storage and transport of bank notes comprises a frame spanned by a membrane of elasticated material. The frame is located in the top of an open-topped container and bank notes are pushed through the frame, deflecting flaps, until the membrane is fully distended. A cover plate is then slid through channels on opposite sides of the frame to close the “bag”. When the “bag” is fully closed a tongue at the leading end of the cover plate enters a hollow formation at the trailing end of the frame. Either the tongue has fins which dig into the interior of the hollow formation, or the channels and opposite sides of the cover plate have saw-tooth formations permitting movement of the cover plate only in one direction. By either arrangement the cover plate can only be removed from the frame by first breaking off the tongue and bending down the hollow formation.

Abstract: A sheet stacking device includes: an evacuation section for transporting and ejecting sheets; a sheet exit tray for stacking the ejected sheets; an arm supporting member; and a sheet presser arm including a supported end at one end, a free end at the other end which is capable of pressing the sheets stacked on the sheet exit tray directly or via a contact member attached to the free end, and a flexure portion having flexibility between the supported end and the free end. The supported end is attached to the arm supporting member. The arm can apply, by the flexibility of the flexure portion, a pressing force to the sheets stacked on the sheet exit tray and a repulsive force to each of the ejected sheets when a front end of the ejected sheet strikes against the arm.

Abstract: There is described a paper conveying apparatus that deflects a conveying direction of a paper at substantially 90 degree relative to a conveyance direction of the paper. The apparatus includes: a first conveying section to convey the paper in a first conveyance direction; a second conveying section that includes a conveyance belt, including a conveying nail, to deflect the conveying direction of the paper and conveys the paper in a second conveyance direction, which is substantially orthogonal to a longitudinal direction of a leading edge of the paper; a stopper member for stopping and releasing a side edge portion of the paper in a width direction of the paper; and a driving section to drive both the conveyance belt and the stopper member. The driving section moves the conveying nail and/or the stopper member from an outside of a paper conveying area, to achieve a width truing operation.

Abstract: A method for an automatic document feeder which can control the feeding of a following sheet such that the following sheet can be delayed for a predetermined time when the interval between sheets is shortened, thereby maintaining a constant interval between the sheets. The method and apparatus comprises a paper feeding roller, an arranging roller for arranging a front end of a document being fed by the paper feeding roller and for transferring the document, and an arranging sensor disposed at a front portion of the arranging roller to detect whether the document is being transferred. The arranging sensor detects a rear end of a previous sheet and a front end of a next sheet, and an operation of the arranging roller is controlled using a time interval between the previous sheet and the next sheet.

Abstract: A motor control apparatus which is capable of controlling driving currents for stepping motors with efficiency. A feedback stepping motor drives sheet feed rollers located most upstream on a sheet conveying path out of a plurality of rollers. A normal stepping motor drives sheet feed rollers located downstream on the sheet conveying path out of the plurality of rollers. A maximum current value required by the feedback stepping motor when a sheet is conveyed is detected. A driving current value for the normal stepping motor is set to a value according to the maximum current value before the sheet enters the downstream sheet feed rollers after passing the upstream sheet feed rollers.

Abstract: A medium feeding device includes a rib disposed on a feeding path along which the medium is fed. In a cross section perpendicular to a direction in which the medium is fed along the feeding path, an end side of the rib includes an end portion that guides the medium, and an inclined portion inclined from the end portion.

Abstract: A sheet post-processing apparatus includes a pair of a conveying upper guide and a conveying lower guide which guides a sheet conveyed by an intermediate roller conveying the sheet, a sheet discharging upper rotating body and a sheet discharging lower rotating body which discharge the sheet on the downstream side of the conveying upper and lower guides, an arm which has the sheet discharging upper rotating body and is displaceable in upward and downward directions, a cam which lifts the arm upward to separate the sheet discharging upper rotating body from the sheet discharging lower rotating body, a stapler which is provided on the downstream side in a sheet conveying direction lower than the intermediate roller and performs processing to the sheet stacked in the conveying lower guide, a link portion which displaces upward the conveying upper guide when the arm is displaced by the cam, and a link lever.

Abstract: Provided is a paper feeding device. The paper feeding device includes an image forming unit, a paper feeding unit to provide a transfer force to a first side and a second side opposite to the first side. The paper feeding unit has a roller portion to transfers the paper to the image forming unit and a paper-feeding controlling unit to operate the roller portion so as to interrupt the transfer force applied to the paper when a rear end of the paper passes through the roller portion.

Abstract: A credential substrate rotator includes a substrate support, a substrate feeder and a substrate sensor. The substrate support is configured to support a substrate in a substrate support plane and rotate about a central axis. The substrate feeder is configured to feed a substrate along the substrate support plane. The substrate sensor includes a substrate position indicator that is aligned with the central axis and has first and second positions. The first position indicates an absence of a substrate from a predetermined location of the substrate support. The second position indicates a presence of a substrate in the predetermined location of the substrate support. Also disclosed, is a credential substrate processing module that includes a credential substrate rotator, a first data encoder and a module controller. The credential substrate rotator includes a substrate support configured to support a substrate in a substrate support plane and rotate about a central axis, and a substrate feeder.

Abstract: A conveying roller pair disposed in a bleaching-fixing bath of a photographic printer is constituted of a flat roller and a projection roller. Plural roller pieces are fixed to a roller shaft of the projection roller. Plural projections are formed by coating molding on an outer peripheral surface of the roller piece. Each roller piece has a core with an approximately ring shape, and an elastic layer with plural projections. The core and the elastic layer are adhered through a primer layer. Accordingly, uniform adhesive strength is secured and slipping of the elastic layer on the core is prevented. Since the plural projections are arranged in a phase-coherent manner, contact condition and contact pressure between the sheet and the projection roller are kept constant. As a result, a skew of the sheet is prevented.

Abstract: Printer (1) feeds paper or other media sheets (5) to pinch rollers (9a, 9b), which further feed the sheets into an imaging station (7). Pressure rollers (9b) are held by plate 22 which is biased by a spring (33) and pivots on extensions (37a, 37) to moves pressure rollers (9b) into nip relationship with nip roller (9a). To evenly distribute the forces across pressure rollers (9b), plate 22 is weakened by depressed lines (27a, 27b) located between the spring and the pressure rollers (9b).

Abstract: A sheet processing apparatus which perform a process to sheets comprising a stacking tray on which stacks the sheets to be performed a process; a discharge roller pair; a first path in which conveys a sheet to the discharge roller pair, shorter than the length of the minimum sheet size being conveyed in the sheet conveying direction; a second path branched from the first path and meeting with the first path at the upstream side in the sheet conveying direction of the discharge roller pair; and a path switching member, wherein a first sheet conveyed while processing the sheets on the stacking tray is guided into the first path by the path switching member, and when the front end of the first sheet projects from the discharge roller pair, the discharge roller pair is apart from each other and the first sheet is held in the first path, and the path switching member is changed over, and a second conveyed sheet is guided into the second path, when the front end of the second sheet projects from the discharge rolle

Abstract: A three dimensional puzzle, including a central body with a first image on it, with outer pieces being connected to the central body. Once the pieces are connected to the central body, a second image is seen.

Abstract: Gaming chips, for example, poker chips, comprise an inner metal coin provided with at least one aperture therethrough, and a plastic casing including a first plastic casing portion extending around a perimeter of the inner metal coin and a second plastic casing portion extending through the aperture and over opposite faces of the inner metal coin. The gaming chips may be manufactured using injection molding techniques.

Abstract: A casino baccarat game includes a jackpot betting area and payout based upon pre-established consecutive outcomes. In the preferred embodiment, players wager on whether the Player or Bank hand will win, for example, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 consecutive times and are paid a pre-established payout amount for the outcome when they have wagered correctly.

Abstract: A poker type card game includes a betting structure that allows players an opportunity to choose between various denominations to be bet in a final round of wagering. The game shifts the pot odds such that a beginning poker player may more effectively participate against a more experienced player. The game is played such that a greater element of bluffing is introduced into the game.

Abstract: A card game designed to simulate movements and activities between two combatants. The object of the game is to force all the other players to lose their game points before the winner does. The game uses a unique set of playing cards each containing one of three possible main color codes, and up to three out of four possible activity symbols. Each activity symbol is associated or linked to a second color code that matches one of the three main color codes. The game is presented herein as a sword fighting game between combatants. The activity symbols represent various offensive and defensive activities performed by opposing players during a sword fight. During the game, an offensive player selects an opposing player to attack after reviewing his or her holding cards and the top card in the discard pile of the other player. The defender must either dodge, parry or riposte the attack.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention is to provide an epoch-making baccarat game system, a method of using such a baccarat game system, a baccarat game program and a recording medium, in which a great number of players can simultaneously participate in the game at the same table, in which any player can concentrate on the game in its personal space, in which, from the viewpoint of game operation side, the number of standing-by dealers can be decreased while at the same time the number of cards to be discarded is reduced, thereby reducing the cost, and in which any doubt of injustice can completely wiped away while maintaining the sense of reality and the feeling of tension. The baccarat game system of the present invention comprises card image capture means 21 for taking images of cards in a baccarat game; card image delivery means 110 for delivering the card images taken by said card image capture means 21; and card image display means 30 for displaying said delivered card images 110.

Abstract: A shaft seal assembly for use with a reciprocating or rotating shaft includes a shaft seal, a lubricant-storing ring, and a retainer. The retainer and ring can be formed as a subassembly and then combined with a shaft seal. The seal includes an annular body portion, a first sealing lip portion, and a first pocket portion. The first sealing lip portion has a substantially uniform axial dimension and is adapted to sealingly engage a shaft. The first pocket portion includes a plurality of pockets, each having an opening toward the first sealing lip portion. The plurality of pockets are each adapted to collect a working fluid when the shaft axially displaces in a first direction and to dispense the working fluid when the shaft axially displaces in a second direction. The assembly provides a lubricated shaft and seal that improves the effective life of the shaft seal.

Abstract: A pipe sealing gasket is shown which is designed to be received within a groove provided within a belled, socket end of a plastic pipe. The groove in the plastic pipe is preformed during manufacture and the gasket is installed thereafter. The gasket nominal diameter exceeds the internal diameter of the belled pipe end. A special installation tool is used to pull the gasket from an initially deformed, elliptical shape to a normal cylindrical shape. The installation tool uses only one fluid cylinder for power and can be hand installed and operated.

Abstract: A seal for use with a trocar. The seal includes a first portion terminating in a proximal end, a second portion terminating in a distal end, and a connecting region disposed between the first and the second portion. At least one longitudinal slit extends from the connecting region toward one of the proximal end, toward the distal end, or toward both. When the seal is in an unstressed state, the seal provides a fluid barrier and when the seal is in a stressed state, the at least one longitudinal slit opens to provide access to the inner portion of the seal.

Abstract: A collet assembly, for selectively attaching a tool accessory to a tool, having a collet nut rotatably connectable to the tool, a collet compressible by the collet nut, and a torque application feature movably connected with the tool. The torque application feature is cammingly actuated to engage the collet nut for compressing and loosening the collet.

Abstract: A golf cart includes a frame, a first connecting member secured to a lower end of the frame, a front wheel support, a front wheel supported on the support, and a second connecting member connected to the wheel support; the first connecting member has two lateral protrusions, a stick secured to the protrusions at two ends, and a rib projecting out from between the protrusions; the second connecting member has two hooked elements, and a pivotal plate on a top, which has a hooked portion at a rear end; a spring is connected to the plate for biasing the rear end of the plate downwards; the second member can be detachably connected to the first member to hold the wheel support on the lower end of the frame with the hooked elements being hooked over the stick, and with the hooked portion of the plate being hooked over the rib.

Abstract: A scuba tank caddy that includes a vertically-extending frame, a base assembly connected to the frame, and an axle assembly having an axle, a pair of spaced wheels mounted on the axle, and a pair of connecting arms pivotally interconnecting the axle to the base assembly. The frame has a plurality of slots formed in the frame at its lower end, and the axle assembly is adjustably connected to the frame via the slots such that the axle and wheels can be adjusted between several operational positions to accommodate different types of terrain. The axle and wheel can also be switched to a stowed position in which the wheels are positioned upwardly against the tank so that the caddy can remain on the tank during a dive.

Abstract: A collapsible wheeled cart for carrying cases comprises a handle, a support platform for a carrying case pivotally connected to a lower end of the handle, a pair of wheel arms each having an outer end carrying a wheel and an inner end pivotally connected to the lower end of the handle, and an actuator operable to effect movement of the platform and wheel arms in unison from a non-deployed position in a collapsed configuration for the cart to a deployed position in an expanded configuration for the cart. The actuator is operable by a user applying a single manual operative motion to the actuator, which serves to expand the depth and width of the cart when it is placed in the expanded configuration from the collapsed configuration.

Abstract: A reusable shipping container having hingeable lids is described for use in transporting fragile items and artwork, such as paintings, mirrors, and the like. The container is made up of two substantially parallel end panels, a bottom panel extending between and perpendicular to the two end panels, a back panel extending perpendicular to the bottom panel and the two end panels, a lower front panel extending substantially perpendicular to the bottom panel and to the end panels, an upper front panel co-planar with the lower front panel and attached to the upper edge of the lower front panel with a hingeable means allowing for hingeable rotation, and a top panel that is substantially parallel to the bottom panel and is attached to the upper edge of the back panel with an attachment means that allows the top panel to rotate out of parallel with the bottom panel.

Abstract: In a broad aspect, the invention is a kit used for mobilizing heavy objects such as items of furniture, boxes, appliances, etc. The apparatus is based on a plurality of rigid support structures, or “shoes”, which are to be inserted under the corners of the item to be moved. Those support structures carry longitudinal and transverse conduits which can accept long, rigid link members, such as rods. The rods or link members are fastened to each other by means of screw-like threads, and are finally fastened to the conduits in the shoes. The net result is the formation of a rigid “cage” around the item to be moved. Each of the shoes is equipped with a wheel that is originally elevated above the ground plane. By lifting the rigid cage slightly on each side, the wheels will drop vertically and remain engaged. The cage, carrying the heavy object, can then be moved effortlessly.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of controlling an actuator assembly for suspension systems. The actuator assembly control method of the present invention is possible to control the actuator assembly according to conditions of vehicle velocity and steering angle or vehicle velocity and steering angular velocity, thus reducing energy consumption, thereby increasing the efficiency of the actuator assembly.

Abstract: A mid drive scooter includes a frame that supports a seat for a rider of the scooter, a front wheel connected with the frame, left and right drive wheels, and left and right rear wheels. A left suspension is interposed between the frame and the left wheels, and a right suspension is interposed between the frame and the right wheels. The suspensions support the frame on the drive wheels for movement of the frame relative to the drive wheels in first and second degrees of freedom.

Abstract: The present invention provides a suspension tuning device and kit for vehicles with four link rear suspensions. More specifically, the suspension tuning device generally comprises a pair of billet aluminum lower control arms each having a spring platform rotatably secured to a weight jacking bolt and a removable/replaceable sway bar attachment plate. Each end of the control arms include a transverse thru-bore adapted to accept a three part urethane bushing or a spherical bearing. The lower control arms are constructed to mount within a standard four link rear suspension, such as that supplied on a FORD MUSTANG, to permit quick suspension alterations throughout a predetermined range.

Abstract: The present invention provides a rear suspension system for a bicycle to absorb forces impacting on the bicycle by allowing a rear wheel of the bicycle to be displaced relative to the bicycle frame. Upon displacement of the rear wheel, the rear suspension system allows the rear wheel to move from a general first position to a second position, and then acts to return the rear wheel to the general first position. Embodiments of the rear suspension system can be adjusted to affect the travel path of the rear wheel as well as the leverage ratio curve to suit the rider's preference. The present invention includes a rear frame couple with a front frame through first and second pivot translating assemblies, the orientations and/or shapes of which affect the rear wheel path as well as the leverage ratios.

Abstract: Exercise apparatus is provided to accompany an individual while the individual is running along the ground. The apparatus supports the individual and permits the individual to move his legs freely while running. The apparatus includes a pair of spaced apart rear wheels and a free castoring front steering wheel. The individual steers the apparatus by turning the rear of the apparatus to cause the front steering wheel to turn.

Abstract: A suspension system for a vehicle with a chain driven rear wheel includes: a rear suspension assembly and chain driven transmission arrangement that offers very high levels of anti-brake lift and anti-squat and does so consistently through a large range of rear suspension movement; a front suspension assembly/steering system with a steering axis inclined in the side view at an angle of castor which intersects the ground in front of the center of the contact patch, the front suspension assembly having a high degree of anti-brake dive; the front and rear suspension assemblies being interconnected in such a way as to offer low resistance to anti-phase motion and higher resistance to in-phase motion.

Abstract: A securing apparatus that releasably secures two or more mechanical elements is provided. The securing apparatus may be attached to one mechanical element and include abutment surfaces that abut at least one additional mechanical element. Forces exerted by the at least one additional mechanical element and the securing apparatus on each other serve to maintain the securing apparatus in a locked position. The securing apparatus may include a locking member that includes a protruded portion that extends at least partially beneath the securing apparatus and at least one mechanical element. A pull-ring may be provided to rotate the locking member and release the mechanical elements being secured. This Abstract is provided for the sole purpose of complying with the Abstract requirement rules that allow a reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the disclosure contained herein.

Abstract: An anti-jackknifing device adapted for engagement between a tractor having a fifth wheel engaged with a trailer. The device features a pair of catch arms rotationally engaged to a mount with the tractor. The distal ends of the catch arms move between an engaged position in a horizontal path between two trailer mounted engaging components adapted to engage the distal end and a disengaged position out of the path. The distal ends of the catch arms may be pivotally mounted. The distal ends of the catch arms and the engaging components may also be shaped to cooperatively engage on contact. A control causes the catch arms to rotate thereby engaging the distal ends of the arms between the engaging components either automatically above a threshold speed or manually. This engagement limits the angle of the trailer to the tractor to a predetermined angle when trailer rotates on the fifth wheel causing the engaging components to contact the distal ends of the catch arms.

Abstract: In the case of a method for hitching a trailer (2) to a motor vehicle (1), in particular a semitrailer to a semitrailer towing machine, an image sensor (5) is provided which is arranged in a hitching region (6) in such a manner that image data of the hitching region (6) are recorded. During the approach of the motor vehicle (1) to the trailer (2), stored model data of the hitching region (6) of the trailer (2) are segmented in the image data recorded by the image sensor (5) and are in each case placed in the correct position in the image data. A target zone (9) for the hitching is determined therefrom. The arrangement of the target zone (9) in the image data is used as a measurement for a steering operation of the motor vehicle (1) during hitching.

Abstract: A trailer hitch for a motor vehicle includes a towbar (2) having an arm (1) and a ball cup (3) provided with an opening and with a ball pivot (6). The ball pivot (6) has a ball head (4) and a pivot (5) and is mounted with the ball head (4) rotatably and pivotably in the ball cup (3) and passes through an opening (7) and juts out of the ball cup (3). An angle-measuring device having a signal transmitter (17) and two sensors (40, 41) is arranged in the joint unit formed from the ball cup (3) and the ball head (4).

Abstract: A fastening device or removable brake device (4) on a snowboard comprises an active braking part in the form of a movable brake heel that is flexibly joined to a base section arranged on the snowboard. The base section and the snowboard each include structure that allows the base section to slide to the intended position on the snowboard and structure, which in a retaining manner, locks the base section in place on the snowboard.

Abstract: A table saw cart including a carrier, a foldable frame, and a pair of wheels; a stretcher between wheels; a connection rod between the stretcher and rear legs of the foldable frame. The wheels are raised above the floor by the stretcher to prevent displacement of cart while the machine thereon is operating. Two extension rods extend from the open end of carrier to secure the cart with the wheels. Both rear legs define a handle; and a pull rod and three locking pins control the elevation of the cart to secure the cart in either of a folded positioned or a raised, standing position.

Abstract: A baby stroller for transporting a child is disclosed. This baby stroller has a folding mechanism to facilitate folding for easier stowing and transporting. The folding mechanism, a unique feature of the design is directed toward compactness, ease of use, reliability, and reduction in manufacturing costs.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a reversible baby stroller with a brake structure. More particularly, the present invention includes a handlebar having an actuated member. The flexible wire is connected between said actuated member and either the front or the rear of the brake mechanism. The said actuated member, therefore, can control the brake mechanism. When the user requires changing the position of the handlebar, the actuated member moves along the handlebar. Further, whether the handlebar is in the front or in the rear, the user uses the said actuated member through the flexible wire to operate the brake mechanism for achieving convenience.

Abstract: Ventilated strollers and methods of ventilating strollers are disclosed. An example stroller includes a wheeled frame, a seat coupled to the frame, and a cover to selectively cover a mesh panel of the seat.

Abstract: The present invention is a decorative cover that is designed to enhance the appearance of a cruise control module, when attached to the vehicle or the cruise control module.

Abstract: A device for protecting goods and/or persons including a security element; and a gas generating system connected to the security element and including an explosive charge formed at least of: a primary pyrotechnic compound, in a first chamber, initiated by at least one initiator having a reinforcing charge and including at least one propellant having an optionally adjusted oxygen balance, and a secondary compound, in a secondary chamber, including an oxidant constituent capable of delivering only gas by decomposition and at least one reducing additive having a function of contributing nitrogen, the additive being present in a proportion by weight less than about 70% of the weight of the primary-secondary compound.

Abstract: A vehicle occupant protection apparatus (10) includes a housing (30). The housing (30) includes a flow opening (70, 98) through which fluid may flow. The vehicle occupant protection apparatus also includes an inflatable occupant protection device (14) that is inflatable from a stored condition to an inflated condition. Structure (18, 20) of the inflatable occupant protection device (14) defines an inflatable volume of the inflatable occupant protection device (14). A closure device (120) is movable relative to the housing (30) from a first position to a second position for restricting fluid flow through the flow opening (70, 98). The structure (18, 20) of the inflatable occupant protection device (14) is attached to the closure device (120). A force resulting from the inflatable occupant protection device (14) reaching full extension moves the closure device (120) from the first position to the second position.

Abstract: An airbag assembly is disclosed for use in automotive protective systems. In one embodiment, the airbag assembly includes a cover with one or more ribs. A tray defines a cavity for housing an airbag and includes one or more channels that each receive a corresponding rib. An end of the cover is secured to an end of the tray. Upon deployment of an airbag, the cover pulls from the tray and dislodges the ribs from the channels.

Abstract: The invention relates to an airbag cutting for an airbag of an occupant protection device for motorvehicles. Said cutting comprises two deployed, mutually overlapping airbag parts (1, 2; 3, 4) that are linked with each other in the area of overlap (U), and a folding axis (A) about which the two airbag parts (1, 2; 3, 4) can be folded in such a manner as to form an airbag having two separate compartments (K1, K2; K3, K4) by linking the airbag sections that lie one on top of the other after folding.

Abstract: A knee protection apparatus includes an airbag (11) and an airbag support (15) that is attached to the airbag. Upon deployment of the airbag (11), the airbag support together expands so as to cover the instrument panel and thus help the airbag smoothly expand.

Abstract: A curtain air bag formed so that an auxiliary inflatable chamber adapted to reduce to as great an extent as possible a substantial decrease in a protective region of an air bag body 1 can be formed. The air bag body 1 is deployed into the interior of an automobile 8 by introducing a high-pressure gas, which is ejected from an inflator at the time of the occurrence of collision of the automobile 8 with something, into the interior of the air bag body. An auxiliary inflatable chamber 5 defined with respect to a main inflatable chamber 3 is obtained by sewing the air bag body by a substantially one sewing line using a multi-thread chain stitch method or the like. The auxiliary and main inflatable chambers 5, 3 are communicated with each other via a narrow orifice type gas flow restriction passage 6.