Abstract: In a sliver conveying and depositing device, the sliver is guided from the carder through a draw frame to a can coiler. A first deflection device mounted on the free end of a pivotable arm is arranged between the last driven roller pair of the draw frame and the can coiler. The sliver is guided across the first deflection device and the arm exerts a counter pressure onto the sliver for maintaining sliver tension. The first deflection device is displaceable for compensating the sliver length between first and second end positions, wherein signal transducers emit a signal when the first or second positions are reached. The speed of the can coiler drive is changed when a signal is received from the signal transducers, wherein a time interval elapsed since the last signal has been received from one of the signal transducers is taken into account for changing the speed.

Abstract: The invention provides an epaulette (2) for securing to a garment (1), which provides improved uniformity of appearance when worn by people with a range of shoulder widths and slopes. The epaulette (2) includes: a first part (10) securable to a garment (1) with a lower section of the first part in a first position at or adjacent to a shoulder area of the garment; and an elongate second part (20) securable to the garment at a second position thereon and that in use of the garment is laterally inward of said first position. The first and second parts (10 and 20) are joined by a hinge (15) that in use of the epaulette is laterally outward of the second position and above the first position on the garment. The epaulette preferably includes an elongate third part (30) secured to the first part (10) and secured to an underside of the second part (20) by attachment means (33, 26) at an attachment position on the second part that in use of the epaulette is laterally inward of the hinge (15).

Abstract: A device for securing a napkin to a child's clothing is disclosed. The device is an teaching aid used to teach a child how to behave at the dining table like grown-ups. It helps in establishing correct eating manners, encourage proper posture during the meal, and teaches the proper usage of dining napkins.

Abstract: A strap tenser includes a frame, a pin, a handle and an automatic reeling device. The pin is installed on the frame. The handle is pivotally installed on the pin. The handle includes a crossbar around which a first strap is wound after it is wound around the pin. The automatic reeling device includes a pin, a wheel, a cap, a crossbar and a spiral spring. The pin is installed on the frame and connected with an end of the second strap. The wheel is rotationally installed on the pin of automatic reeling device. The cap is rotationally installed on the pin thereof. The crossbar extends between the wheel and the cap eccentrically for reeling in the second strap. The spiral spring includes a first end secured to the frame and a second end secured to the cap.

Abstract: A device is provided for gripping a cable having a free end. The device includes a first entrance port for receiving the free end of the cable. A first exit port is in communication with the first entrance port from where the free end of the cable exits the device. A second entrance port is included for receiving the free end of the cable after it leaves the exit port. A second exit port is in communication with the second entrance port where the free end of the cable exits the device for the second time. A first cable guide forms a pathway between the first entrance port and the first exit port. A first retention member is slidably disposed within the first cable guide such that the first retention member slides axially within the device only upon entrance of the cable within the first cable guide or when the cable is pulled toward the first entrance port.

Abstract: A zipper head capable of directing an electric current to function as an on/off switch for an electronic device.

Abstract: A cutting and clamping device adapted for cutting open a portion of a receptacle and for clamping shut the opened portion. The device combines the dual functions of cutting open a receptacle, such as a bulk food containing receptacle, and clamping shut the opened receptacle, into a single device. By way of example, the device generally includes a clamping member for receiving and securing a portion of a receptacle therebetween; and a cutting member associated with the clamping member for cutting a portion of the receptacle. By way of additional example, the cutting member is preferably pivotally associated with the clamping member for selectably maintaining the cutting member in a closed position.

Abstract: A fastener strip comprising a reclosable portion including an elongated first backing, including a trough extending lengthwise along the first backing and an elongated second backing, including a ridge extending lengthwise along a second backing, the ridge removably insertable into the trough to essentially prevent air flow across the trough, and a generally planar portion including essentially no ridge and essentially no trough, and a plug that joins the ridge of the reclosable portion and the trough of the reclosable portion at the adjacent end of the reclosable portion to the plug in an airtight seal that prevents air from leaking from the adjacent end of the reclosable portion.

Abstract: A release resistant buckle cover is shown having a primarily rectangular shape for engagement with a top or side release female buckle portion of a seat belt. A hole in the top and another hole in one side are provided to allow insertion of a standard police issue handcuff key that when depressed allows the release button under the buckle cover to release the belt locking mechanism thus disengaging the seat belt.

Abstract: Method of the invention embeds permanent magnetic field into of string-like structures. This allows effective stabilization of topological layouts of such structures. Immediate use of the invention includes: secure knots on ropes, cables, and laces; fastening of electrical cables, tubes and hoses. Areas of applications include: marine, automotive, industrial, construction and consumer market.

Abstract: A hidden drawstring apparatus includes a housing and a rotatable hub positioned within the housing. The hub is configured to receive an end of a drawstring to be wound about the hub. A handle assembly is rotatably connected to the housing. A drive member has a first end connected to the handle assembly and a second end connected to the rotatable hub.

Abstract: A process module and a method of making the same for processing substrates comprising two different types of materials, one of the materials being a corrosive-retardant material forming a module interior face disposed to be subjected to the interior atmosphere in the module, and another of the materials being located on the side of the corrosive-retardant material to define a module outer face opposite the interior face, wherein the corrosive-retardant material and the other material are joined together.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the invention include a capacitor in which a dielectric of the capacitor is formed by oxidizing at least a portion of a metal layer. Other embodiments are described and claimed.

Abstract: The method manufactures a liquid ejection head comprising: a plurality of nozzles which eject liquid; a plurality of pressure chambers which are connected to the nozzles, respectively; a diaphragm which forms wall faces of the pressure chambers; and piezoelectric elements which are disposed on the diaphragm at positions corresponding to the pressure chambers and each are formed of at least a piezoelectric material and electrodes overlapping each other.

Abstract: There is provided an innovative tool mounting device for a turning center in which special manipulation is not required even with a simple configuration, and whereby when a cutting tool is clamped/fixed, the bearing unit is deformed by the retraction force of the drawbar because the cutting tool is supported by the ram, the tapered shank is automatically pressed to the mounting engagement unit in a state in which the cutting tool is supported by the ram, an automatic mechanical lock in a state of dual-surface restraint can be implemented, and the turning tool can be securely clamped/fixed.

Abstract: An apparatus for removing pins from, and installing pins into, the track links of an endless track on a track machine includes a frame having a parallel, spaced apart pair of rigid base members, at least four rigid elongate members mounted therebetween so as to extend between and brace the base members. The elongate members and base members define a rectangular polyhedron space formed of the rectangular prismatic array of members, both base and elongate. A first pair of elongate members lie in a first plane. A second pair of elongate members lie in a second plane orthogonal to the first plane. The first and second planes are parallel to the link pins. The base members lie in a third plane orthogonal to the first and second planes. An actuator drives the link pin which is to be removed or replaced coaxially with the intersection of the first and second planes.

Abstract: A wheel assembly removal apparatus for use in the automotive maintenance and repair industry. The apparatus is adapted to remove a wheel assembly, and components thereof that may have become seized together, from a vehicle chassis for maintenance and repair while minimizing time and cost, and the possibility for damage to the assembly. The wheel assembly removal apparatus preferably incorporates, among other elements, a slide hammer assembly that includes a hammer secured to a hollow slide tube that is received on a slide shaft that also may incorporate a hammer stop near a distal end and a distally projecting support extension. A coupler is formed at a proximal end of the slide shaft and releasably engages an interchangeable rotor securing tool and or an axle impact bar. The interchangeable rotor securing tool attaches to the coupler and to a wheel assembly or rim mounting surface at the proximal end.

Abstract: A device is provided for extracting and pressing in a wheel bearing, which can be accommodated in a bearing bore of a bearing housing of an axle body and via which a wheel hub is rotatably mounted in the bearing housing. The device includes a pressing means as well as a pressing plate (65), which can be arranged with a support flange (84, 85) between the wheel hub and the axle body, wherein the axle body is provided with a plurality of bearing eyes, which are used to mount additional axle components or a caliper.

Abstract: A first portion or plug and a second portion or pencil are provided, for use in a device, such as a marine engine. The first portion or plug may have an outer surface with external threads and a cavity with internal threads. The external threads of the first portion or plug may be threaded oppositely from the internal threads inside the cavity of the first portion or plug. The opposite threading allows the plug and pencil combination to be detached and unscrewed from an engine without the plug and pencil coming apart.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing combined puncturing and measuring devices for detection of an analyte in liquid. The combined puncturing and measuring devices generally comprise a support and a detection element. Recesses which define puncturing points are formed on one face of the band-shaped support material. A detection element is applied to the band-shaped support material. Individual puncturing/measuring disposable bodies are separated either singly or in groups from the band-shaped support material at a separating line.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for encasing a carrier pipe using PVC sections. Top and bottom carrier pipe encasement shells are provided, with connectors utilized to connect the two shells together thereby encasing the carrier pipe. The connectors generally “number four-shaped” in cross section, having downward flanges for attaching to the bottom shells and a pair of pairs of upward flanges defining a pair of channels there-between for receiving the rims of the top shell there-between.

Abstract: In a cold rolling method for producing annular composite workpieces, at least two hollow cylindrical workpieces made of different materials are into one another. The at least two hollow cylindrical workpieces are roll formed by pressing the at least two hollow cylindrical workpieces against each other between two diametrically opposed external roll forming tools and an internal rolling arbor or between two diametrically opposed external roll forming tools and an internal roll forming tool to form a composite workpiece. The composite workpiece is a bearing ring or a gear ring. One of the hollow cylindrical workpieces can be a nonferrous material such as aluminum.

Abstract: A sheet fastening apparatus and method are provided. In another aspect of the present invention, a die assembly for forming a joint between sheets of material is disclosed wherein the die assembly includes an anvil, at least one die blade disposed adjacent to and overlapping a punch-side of the anvil, a flexible retainer, and a shield that coaxially and radially surrounds a portion of the anvil and/or die blade.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a method and hardware apparatus that facilitate temporary mechanical alignment and assembly of discrete straight tube portions and tube bend portions. The temporary mechanical assembly permits a fabricator to “mock-up” the desired non-linear composite tube before any of the tube portions are permanently welded to the other.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for the application of a sleeve upon a tubular, such as a pipe string, used in downhole applications, for example in oil and gas exploration or recovery. A mould is located around the tubular into which a composite material is injected. The material is cured at ambient temperature. Optional heating may then be applied to enhance the properties of the sleeve. The heating temperatures are well below those at which the structural integrity of the metal tubular would be compromised as regards its fitness for downhole use. Embodiments of wear protectors are illustrated for sleeves with and without wear pads.

Abstract: A forging blank for a golf club head is made by casting and includes at least one bending portion, a club head portion extending from an end of the bending portion, and a hosel portion extending from the other end of the bending portion. The angled bending portion of the forging blank reduces the deformation of the forging blank during a forging step that fills cinder holes in the forging blank. A golf club head can be manufactured with fewer forging molds without sacrificing the structure of the golf club head.

Abstract: An arthroscopic shaver with an inner cutting window having a plurality of teeth positioned along the lateral cutting edges, the teeth being configured for easy penetration into tissue to prevent ejection of tissue from the cutting window during closure. The inner cutting edges are formed complete by a predetermined sequence of positioning moves and grinding passes on a multi-axis grinding machine. The teeth may be symmetrically or asymmetrically placed about the tube axis when viewed in a plan view.

Abstract: A hard bias (HB) structure for biasing a free layer in a MR sensor within a magnetic read head is comprised of a main biasing layer with a large negative magnetostriction (?S) value. Compressive stress in the device after lapping induces a strong in-plane anisotropy that effectively provides a longitudinal bias to stabilize the sensor. The main biasing layer is formed between two FM layers, and at least one AFM layer is disposed above the upper FM layer or below the lower FM layer. Additionally, there may be a Ta/Ni or Ta/NiFe seed layer as the bottom layer in the HB structure. Compared with a conventional abutted junction exchange bias design, the HB structure described herein results in higher output amplitude under similar asymmetry sigma and significantly decreases sidelobe occurrence. Furthermore, smaller MRWu with a similar track width is achieved since the main biasing layer acts as a side shield.

Abstract: A method for making a magnetoresistive read head so that the pinned ferromagnetic layer is wider than the stripe height of the free ferromagnetic layer uses ion milling with the ion beam aligned at an angle to the substrate supporting the stack of layers making up the read head. The stack is patterned with photoresist to define a rectangular region with front and back long edges aligned parallel to the read head track width. After ion milling in two opposite directions orthogonal to the front and back long edges, the pinned layer width has an extension. The extension makes the width of the pinned layer greater than the stripe height of the free layer after the substrate and stack of layers are lapped. The length of the extension is determined by the angle between the substrate and the ion beam and the thickness of the photoresist.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for simplifying manufacturing of electrical motors by making a sheet with a plurality of windings of a conductive wire. The sheet is rolled into a tubular body which is inserted into a tubular stator element made from a magnetically conductive material, and pressed into contact with an inner surface thereof. According to the invention, a part of an outer surface of a mandrel is covered with a non-adhesive layer and with an adhesive layer. Subsequently, a wire is coiled onto the mandrel in contact with the adhesive layer. Due to the non-adhesive layer, the coil may easily be removed from the mandrel, and due to the adhesive layer, the windings of the coil are kept in place during a subsequent flattening of the coil. Accordingly, disorder between the windings of the coil can be avoided and a motor with an improved capacity can be manufactured more easily.

Abstract: A non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery comprising: a positive electrode plate including an outer jacket comprising a sheet-shaped positive electrode current collector and a positive electrode active material layer formed on an inner surface of the outer jacket except for a peripheral portion thereof; a negative electrode plate including an outer jacket comprising a sheet-shaped negative electrode current collector and a negative electrode active material layer formed on an inner surface of the outer jacket except for a peripheral portion thereof; a separator layer comprising a polymer electrolyte interposed between the positive electrode active material layer and the negative electrode active material layer, wherein the peripheral portion of the positive electrode current collector and the peripheral portion of the negative electrode current collector are bonded together, with an insulating material interposed therebetween.

Abstract: A boiler wall tube tool for clamping together for welding adjacent ends of boiler wall tube segments in a boiler wall having narrowly spaced apart tubes. The tool includes a base with a tube engaging recess, and a pair of clamp members that attach to the base. The base has cutouts and notches to facilitate a welder's observation of the welding process. Each of the pipe clamp members includes a parallel pair of guides that are insertable between adjacent tubes of a boiler wall and are attachable by nuts and bolts to opposite sides of the base. A header that joins the guides has a threaded bore. A saddle block mounted for sliding movement between the guides is attached by a swivel nut to a clamp screw that is mounted within the threaded bore. Each saddle block is recessed for engaging an exterior surface of one of two aligned tube segments.

Abstract: A package removal device for removing a package that is stripped from a component band includes a first guiding unit and a second guiding unit. The first guiding unit transports the package stripped from the component band. The second guiding unit further removes the package that is removed from the first guiding unit. The second guiding unit includes a first friction pulley rotating via the moving of the component band, and a second friction pulley mounted to and rotating together with the first friction pulley. The second friction pulley pulls the package.

Abstract: In an for controlling a feeder or feeder cart used in a pick-and-place electronics assembly machine, non-physical contact transmitters and receivers transfer data, such as feeder trigger signals, feeder ready signals, and component identification and usage information, between the feeder and/or feeder cart and the pick-and-place machine. Wiring or other physical connections between feeder, feeder cart, and pick-and-place machine controls are not required. A common, universal interface between different types of feeders, feeder carts, and pick-and-place machines is possible.

Abstract: Provided is a component mounter having a plurality of revolving nozzle spindles, which can simultaneously pick up and mount two or more electronic components. A head assembly for the component mounter includes: a base frame; a rotary housing rotatably mounted on the base frame and having spindle receiving holes vertically formed at regular intervals at the same radius from a center thereof; a plurality of nozzle spindles having lower ends to which nozzles for picking up electronic components are coupled, and received in the spindle receiving holes such that the plurality of nozzle spindles rotate on the same axis when the rotary housing rotates; a housing rotating mechanism rotating the rotary housing; and a nozzle lifting mechanism including a nozzle lift driving unit, and a clutch part that moves according to the operation of the nozzle lift driving unit and can simultaneously press down and lower the plurality of nozzle spindles.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for testing a semiconductor device are disclosed. A flexible circuit interposer includes a flexible circuit substrate which allows in-situ probing of an attached device during, for example, circuit debugging, assembly qualification, and the like. A first set of pads is configured in a predetermined pattern on the bottom surface of a flexible substrate. Similarly, a second set of pads is configured in substantially the same pattern on the top surface of the flexible substrate, wherein each of the pads in the second set of pads is electrically continuous with a corresponding pad in the first set of pads. A third set of pads is configured in the same pad pattern on the top surface of the flexible substrate. One or more conductive traces are formed to connect one or more pads in the first set of pads with spatially-corresponding pads in the third set of pads.

Abstract: A spring-loaded device is installed into a node housing at a predetermined location. The predetermined location is selected to correspond to another predetermined location into which a stinger may be installed. These predetermined locations on the node housing are selected to further correspond to a predetermined internal location of an RF interface connector. A conducting pin of the RF interface extends through a dielectric between a nail head shaped end, which provides electrical connection with the stinger projection, and an end soldered to a PCB of the amplifier. The amplifier may be installed and the node housing closed before the stinger and spring-loaded device are installed into the housing. This facilitates installation of the stinger into the housing without having to open the housing and remove the amplifier. External threads on the spring-loaded device facilitate installation thereof, but a unique torque is not required therefor.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a method and hardware apparatus that facilitate temporary mechanical alignment and assembly of discrete straight tube portions and tube bend portions. The temporary mechanical assembly permits a fabricator to “mock-up” the desired non-linear composite tube before any of the tube portions are permanently welded to the other.

Abstract: A manufacturing method for a cooling unit that includes a cooling plate in which a cooling fluid flows, the cooling plate having a cooling pipe through which the cooling fluid flows, and a pair of tabular members arranged to be opposed to each other across the cooling pipe, the manufacturing method for a cooling unit includes: forming a groove in which the cooling pipe is housed at least in one opposed surface of the pair of tabular members; combining the pair of tabular members while housing the cooling pipe in the groove; and filling a heat conduction material in a gap between the groove and the cooling pipe.

Abstract: A process of connecting a header pipe of a heat exchanger to another heat exchanger part, including the steps of (a) providing a header pipe with a hole in its side and cladding material about its circumference, and a part with a groove with flux applied to the portion of the part to be joined to the header pipe, (b) positioning the header pipe and the part to align the header pipe hole and part groove, (c) inserting a rivet into the aligned header pipe hole and part groove, (d) locating a supporting rod in the header pipe and aligned with the rivet, and (e) hammering the part to warp the head of the rivet against the supporting rod and widen the circumference of the rivet in the hole and groove.

Abstract: A modular heat exchanger suitable for automotive applications, and methods for forming the modular heat exchanger. The modular heat exchanger construction incorporates a monolithic brazed core assembly composed of flat-type cooling tubes and sinusoidal centers. The required positional tolerances of the tubes for mating with the remainder of the heat exchanger are maintained within the brazed core assembly by minimizing core shrinkage resulting from the brazing operation during which the tubes are brazed to the centers.

Abstract: A guard rail system fabricated from standard-sized components, preferably extruded, comprises balusters fastened to a lower rail and to an upper retainer at fixed intervals. The balusters are provided with central bores for receiving fasteners such as screws through predrilled holes in the upper retainer and lower rail. A hand rail is slip-fitted over the upper retainer in locking relation, to provide integrated guard rail sections. Guard rail sections so assembled are fastened to end posts, preferably using mounting brackets having a flanged arm which nests in grooves or recesses in the upper retainer and lower rail to provide a safe, secure and aesthetically appealing guard rail.

Abstract: A blade unit for a safety razor has a plurality of blades (7, 8, 9) with cutting edges (10, 11, 12) positioned between first guard and cap surfaces (26, 29) at an upper face of the unit, and a further blade (36) with a cutting edge (37) positioned between guard and cap surfaces (33, 34) at a rear face of the unit. The further blade at the rear face is intended for shaving skin areas, such as directly below the nostrils or in-front of the ears, to which access is restricted. A rinsing passage (35) connects a gap between the cutting edge (37) of the further blade (86) with an opening (38) at the bottom face of the blade unit for clearance of shaving debris and soap from the underside of the further blade (36) to the underside of the blade unit.

Abstract: A self-clearing grilling fork is provided wherein the a reciprocating clearing plate associated with tines of a grilling fork. This reciprocating clearing plate is activated by a spring loaded trigger mechanism in the pistol grip handle of the fork. The displacement of the trigger causes a rod, within the hollow tubular shaft of the fork, causes linear movement of the clearing plate relative to the tines on the end of the fork and thus displaces food and food residues from the tines on the end of the fork. In the preferred embodiments of this grilling fork a seal is provided within the hollow tubular shaft of the grilling fork to both facilitate relative movement of the rod with this shaft, and to otherwise seal the opening in the shaft to prevent food and debris associated with the cooking environment for entering into the shaft.

Abstract: The Ribbed Bar Angled Chisel Punch Set is a set of chisels designed with ribbed or textured handles so the user can grip the tool easier and better. The chisels are angled so that they can perform certain jobs and work in tight spots that ordinary straight shafted chisels cannot. The chisels have many functions. The chisels make it easier for the prying, cutting, punching, pulling and removing of small objects in a limited work space. The chisels in the set are all different and have flat tips, sharp tips, pointed tips, and blunt tips.

Abstract: A combination cooking utensil for use in food preparation has a handle with a shank extending from the handle to a utensil head. An audio input/output and audio player are provided with the housing for storing and playing audio files. A power supply is located within the handle for powering the audio player.

Abstract: A chain saw includes an engine, a chassis, and a clutch cover. A guide bar is adjustable relative to the chassis and the clutch cover, but stationary while in a secured position. An adjustment arrangement moves the guide bar to tension a chain, and includes a member operatively connected to the bar, intermeshed drive components to move the bar, and a manually engaged member that is operated without use of any tool. A guide bar securing arrangement has a knob rotatable between a tightened and loosened positions. In the loosened position, the guide bar may be adjusted. A knob handle of the securing arrangement is pivotable between a stowed position and an operation position. A lock arrangement, associated with the knob and knob handle, includes portions that cooperate to prevent the knob from rotating when the knob handle is in the stowed position.

Abstract: A projection device that graphically shows a schedule, which includes at least one light source adapted to emit a beam of light and an aiming device adapted to receive the beam of light and project the beam of light onto a surface. The projection device produces a plurality of illuminated points or segments corresponding to a schedule.

Abstract: The process as claimed in the invention for alignment of machines, machine elements or the like, especially of pipes or hollow cylinders is carried out by means of the pertinent devices such that in one of two measurement phases with the light transmitting and receiving device (20) fixed, rotation of the reflector prism (60) takes place in at least 3 optionally selectable rotary positions together with the pertinent data acquisition, and in the other of the two measurement phases with the reflector prism (60) fixed, rotation of the light transmitting and receiving device (20) takes place in either 2 predefined rotary locations at a right angle to one another, or 3 or more optionally selectable rotary positions together with the pertinent data acquisition.

Abstract: An omnidirectional torpedo level composed of non-ferrous material has a central web and parallel side flanges defining a torpedo level geometry. The central web and side flanges define windows within which are mounted vertical and horizontal tubular spirit level elements that permit selective orientation of the side flanges to determine when surfaces being engaged by the side flanges are either vertically or horizontally oriented. A rotary protractor is mounted to the central web and contains a spirit level tube for accurate positioning of the side flanges with respect to the selected angle of the protractor. Magnet members are mounted to one or both of the side flanges and serve to support the level device in hands-off relation when in contact with ferrous metal objects. A circular omnidirectional level enlargement is provided at the upper end portion of the level body and provides for support of a circular omnidirectional level device having a circular lens marked with circular positioning indicia.