Abstract: To provide a fixing device for a steering device capable of tilt adjustment and having a very simple cam structure. The fixing device includes a fixed bracket; a movable bracket; a lock bolt that passes through the fixed bracket and the movable bracket; a main drive cam, through which the lockbolt passes, and that is fitted to rotate freely; and a driven cam, through which the lock bolt passes, and that is fitted unrotatably. Cam operation parts are formed on the main drive cam and the driven cam respectively. Cam operation parts on both sides are always in contact with the other side while the main drive cam and the driven cam separate and come close in the axial direction, and the diameter of the driven cam is larger than the diameter of the main drive cam.

Abstract: A stem for a bicycle. The stem including a clamp portion that defines a fork-receiving aperture having a size and a first flange that is integrally-formed as part of the clamp portion and extends from the clamp portion. A second flange is integrally-formed as part of the clamp portion and extends from the clamp portion. The second flange is spaced apart from the first flange and a first clamp interface member is in contact with the first flange. A second clamp interface member is in contact with the second flange such that movement of one of the first clamp interface member and the second clamp interface member toward the other of the first clamp interface member and the second clamp interface member reduces the size of the fork-receiving aperture.

Abstract: This invention related to an improved cam mechanism of low vibration air driven screwdriver, in particular, applicable to the clutch for the electric or pneumatic screwdriver in an effort to reduce the vibration to the minimum. The orbital surface of the cam body provides three segments of cyclic stroke, each stroke comprises the top dead point and the bottom dead point and each segment further contains four phases stroke, namely phase stroke A, phase stroke B, phase stroke C and phase stroke D. Each stroke of the orbital surface forms a recess for the catch ball to move. These two new designs are intended to reduce the vibration to the minimum and to cut the production cost in one way and to increase the friction area between the cam body and the ball so as to elongate the service life span in other way.

Abstract: In order to provide an aluminum flake pigment having excellent metallic luster, fine-grainedness and a plating-like appearance presenting silvery classiness, an aluminum flake pigment, obtained by grinding aluminum powder in an organic solvent, having an average thickness (t) in the range of 0.025 ?m to 0.08 ?m and an average particle diameter (D50) in the range of 8 ?m to 30 ?m is provided. This aluminum powder is preferably prepared by an atomized method. A ball mill is preferably used as a grinder for performing this grinding.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a process for producing nickel nanoparticles. The process involves heating a nickel precursor generated in situ in the presence of a carrier gas under conditions effective to decompose the nickel precursor and produce nickel nanoparticles.

Abstract: Nanoparticle sized metal or alloy is synthesized through a reverse micelle system which includes the steps of a) forming a concentrated aqueous solution of transition metal salts with platinum salts b) dispersing the metal salt solution in a non aqueous solution of a surfactant c) adding a reducing agent to reduce the metal salts to metallic alloy nano-particles in the absence of oxygen d) separating the metallic alloy nanoparticles 1s) heating the metallic alloy nanoparticles under controlled time, atmosphere and temperature conditions sufficient to form particles of a desired size and magnetic characteristics. The, precipitated metal or alloy nanoparticle has an average size of 3 nm and is superparamagnetic. Through controlled annealing treatment, the magnetic characteristics of the nanoparticles can be manipulated to achieve specific values in the final product that is suitable for predetermined applications. The nanoparticles exhibiting superparamagnetism are suitable for magnetic bio-bead applications.

Abstract: An opener for pressurized bottle. The opener includes a sleeve having a first side and a second side. A bottle of pressurized liquid is capable of being located between the first side and the second side. The opener includes a main body and an elongated shaft terminating in a first end and a second end. The first end of the shaft is located in the main body. An arm extending from the second end of the shaft. A lifting mechanism is capable of moving the shaft into and out of the main body opening the bottle.

Abstract: A ratchet screwdriver includes a screwdriver body, a magazine body journalled and disposed removably within the screwdriver body for receiving a plurality of bits, and a ratchet unit disposed on a front end of the screwdriver body. A driving rod is movable in the screwdriver body between a front limit position, where a selected one of the bits projects from the ratchet unit for performing a screw driving operation, and a rear limit position, where the magazine body can be removed from the screwdriver body.

Abstract: A self-energizing and de-energizing adjustable gripping tool for engaging a work piece to impart work thereto includes a first element and second element connected for relative movement. The second element includes an actuation portion having a plurality of slots. The first element includes gripping elements which are each associated with a force transfer element which engages one of the slots such that movement of the second element relative to the first element actuates the gripping elements to engage the work piece.

Abstract: An adjustable wrench includes two walls disposed on an upper portion of a handle body to define a guiding slot therebetween. A driving shaft is rotatably mounted in the guiding slot. Two movable jaws have coupling portions which are coupled respectively to two connecting ends of the driving shaft by force transmitting mechanisms such that a rotational force of the driving shaft about a rotating axis is transmitted to drive the coupling portions to move along the rotating axis toward or away from each other, and two jaw portions which extend outwardly of the guiding slot for gripping a torqued object. Two operating members are disposed to flank the connecting ends and are operable to rotate the driving shaft such that the distance between the jaw portions can be adjusted to permit quick gripping and releasing of the torqued object.

Abstract: An adapter for an electric/pneumatic impact rotary tool includes a first body and a second body. The first and second bodies are cylindrical and coaxial with each other. The first body has a square coupling hole for coupling a cuboid output end of the impact rotary tool. The second body has a screw hole and an external thread, which is located on an outer periphery of the second body and is converse in direction to a thread of the screw hole, for coupling a tool.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a screw driver bit, and more particularly to the improvement of a drive bit of a screw driver bit for matching with a screw. A drive recess of the screw head includes four symmetrical arc-shaped grooves and a square groove formed at the center of the arc-shaped grooves. Also, the drive bit of the screw driver bit is used for matching with the screw, and correspondingly includes four symmetrical arc-shaped protrusions and a square protrusion formed at the center of the arc-shaped protrusions. Thus, the types of slot, cross, cross-square combination, square and double-cross of the drive bit of the conventional screw driver bit, and the screw driver bit of the present invention all can be adapted to insert into and engage with the drive recess.

Abstract: A compression tool enables efficient handling, compression, and installation of a compressible component. The compression tool includes a first handle having a proximal end and a working end, wherein the working end has a first engaging member. The tool further includes a second handle pivotally attached to the first handle and having a proximal end and a working end. The working end also includes a second engaging member. The first and second engaging members are maintained in opposed alignment. Furthermore, the first and second engaging members have an orifice defined by an engageable flange portion configured to engage the compressible component.

Abstract: A device for resurfacing a rotor of a vehicle brake system while the rotor is mounted on the vehicle includes a cutting assembly and a finishing assembly. The cutting assembly has a cutting tool that is moveable between a cutting position where the cutting tool is configured to machine a surface of the rotor, and a retracted position where the cutting tool is spaced from the surface of the rotor. The finishing assembly is coupled to the cutting assembly and has a finishing head that is moveable between a disengaged position where the finishing head is spaced from the surface of the rotor, and a finishing position where the finishing head is configured to finish the surface of the rotor.

Abstract: The tool support comprises a basic structure (8) on which a slide (5) is movable in a controlled manner transversely to the spindle axis (7), two tool holders (6) being mounted on said slide which are displaceable parallel to each other and serving to hold different tools (9,9?), said holders (6,6?) being selectively displaceable in the direction of the spindle axis (7) or away from that axis through an angle of 90° with respect to the direction of movement of the slide (5), and further comprising driving means (1,2,3,3?) to displace the slide (5) and the tool holders (6,6?) along their axis of movement (Y,Z) into a predetermined working position.

Abstract: A manually operated, powered tool system, for forming coupling grooves in the ends of plastic pipes in the field comprises a track formed of hinged-together segments of a circle is tightly fitted around an exposed end of a pipe and a powered cutter mounted upon a guide which is manually moved around the track, cuts a groove in the pipe. The track is formed of a ring, sized to encircle and grip the pipe, and has a channel formed thereon. The guide has a portion engaged within the channel and an external portion carrying a powered cutter, so that the guide may be moved along the track, around the circumference of the pipe, for accurately locating the groove. To operate, and cut the groove, only a small end portion of the pipe need be exposed if the pipe is otherwise covered, such as by dirt, in the field and/or is connected, at its opposite end, to another pipe. Thus, the pipe need not be moved or uncovered when forming the groove.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for chopping long unwound items like fiber, fiber strands, yarn, etc. The chopper has a backup roll, a blade roll and a biasing system for forcing the backup roll and the blade roll together at a desired force during set up and operation. The biasing system contains one or more sensors for sensing a biasing force at set up and during operation.

Abstract: Tomatoes are placed on parallel cutter blades (20) in article openings (46) of an article positioning plate (44). Alternate blades are oscillated in arcuate paths in opposite direction as article pushers (24) move downwardly, pushing the tomatoes through the parallel cutter blades (20). The end slices of the tomatoes are gathered separately in the collectors (96) and are later discarded, while the intermediate slices are received in a transfer plate (78). Gathering plates (100) urge the intermediate slices of the several tomatoes together in one accumulation of tomato slices, and the transfer plate (78) is lowered to a position immediately above the shipping containers (80) and opened to deposit the tomatoes in the shipping containers. A fluid spray nozzle (75) may be positioned to emit a spray of gas or liquid between the fins of the pushers and/or toward the cutter blades (20) and toward engagement with the tomatoes for sterilizing, cleaning, or other treatment of the tomatoes and the adjacent surfaces.

Abstract: A method for slicing an article into a plurality of slices each slice having a substantially equal thickness. The method includes the steps of slicing the article into a plurality of slices resulting in two end slices and a plurality of intermediate slices, the intermediate slices being of a generally uniform thickness and collecting the intermediate slices and collecting the end slices separately. In one aspect, the article during the slicing operation only undergoes a generally vertically downwards movement and in other aspects a plurality of separate articles are sliced simultaneously. Also a method for slicing a vegetable or fruit, the method including providing a cutting blade unit having a plurality of horizontally disposed cutting blades positioned on two cutting blade frames for receiving the vegetable or fruit and sliding the two frames relatively towards each other generally in a same horizontal plane.

Abstract: A method of saw cutting relatively thin walled metal tubing in a relatively burr free fashion by causing the cutter blade to move through a path of travel which maintains an essentially tangential relative motion vector between the saw teeth and the tube wall at the place of engagement during some or all of the movement of the blade center around the tube center. Both ring blade and disc-type saws are disclosed and a two axis displacement system using digitally controlled ball screw actuators is provided.

Abstract: A control system for electric power tools to automatically control the operation of the machine and related systems. The control system includes a keypad for restricting operation of the machine to authorized users armed with knowledge of assigned access codes, while providing automated control of various machine components and systems. The system further includes electrical power output control for controlling power supplied to the machine and associated systems, a timer to limit operating time, and audio/visual warning beacons. Upon entering a security code, the control system functions to activate the machine by providing electrical power to any primary and secondary electric motors, lighting systems, power supply outlets, dust collection systems, and audio or visual safety warning systems. An internal timer disconnects the electrical power supply after a predetermined amount of time, e.g. 5 minutes, thereby insuring that the machine is not inadvertently left on.

Abstract: Safety systems for power equipment are disclosed. The safety systems include a detection system adapted to detect contact between a person and a working portion of a machine, where the detection system is adapted to capacitively impart an electric charge on the working portion and to detect when that charge drops; and a reaction system associated with the detection system to cause a predetermined action to take place relative to the working portion upon detection of contact between the person and the working portion by the detection system. Machines equipped with safety systems are also disclosed, such as saws, jointers, etc.

Abstract: An improved cutting machine with a simple structure, easy assembly, and good cutting effect is provided. One side of the cutting board is provided with a cutter and a ruler, while the other side is provided with a rotary blade capable of rotating. The rotary blade base and the rotary frame can rotate vertically or horizontally, and the rotary lever and the rotary blade are easily replaceable.

Abstract: A disk cutter including an annular disk-shaped base adapted to be driven about an axis of rotation, a plurality of tip supports formed along the outer circumference of the base integrally therewith so that a gullet is defined between adjacent ones of the tip supports, a plurality of tip inserts respectively fixed to the tip supports, and a TiAlN coating formed on the surface of each tip insert. Each tip insert is formed of a sintered alloy composed of 98 to 90 w % of WC powder having a particle size of 0.1 to 0.8 ?m and 2 to 10 w % of Co powder. The TiAlN coating has a thickness of 1 to 5 ?m.

Abstract: A portable music editing system and apparatus is provided having a plurality of digital audio tracks stored in a memory, wherein each of the tracks is selectable for editing by the user through a plurality of editing functions. A recorder allows for the input of external audio data into the plurality of audio tracks. An output allows for the audio information stored in the tracks to be communicated through an audio output device. A power supply allows for the portability of the system and apparatus.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for demodulating information emitted by amplitude modulation by a reader (2) to a transponder (4) comprising: a step to compare variations of a slaving voltage (Vc) of the transponder (4) with threshold values, and to transform the result of this comparison into an authorized modulation level skip value, a step to add this skip to a previous first modulation level to determine a second modulation level.

Abstract: The embedded blade plectrum comprises a blade of relatively thick, hard plastic set within a block of relatively soft microcellular polymer material (sponge). It is a general purpose plectrum suitable for all types of acoustic guitar playing. It eliminates having to swap plectra whilst maintaining dynamic control and sound quality and remains in position in the fingers. It is a development of the floating blade plectrum giving increased dynamic control and better tip control. It is simpler in design and construction than the floating blade plectrum.

Abstract: The present invention is a harmonica horn that can be releasably mounted to a harmonica. The invention includes a bell or horn portion, a sound chamber, and a means for releasably mounting the harmonica. Each note of the harmonica, when played, results in air moving in the sound chamber, yet the harmonica horn and the harmonica remain stationary relative to each other.

Abstract: A percussion musical instrumcnt that has two elongated cylindrical pieces of wood connected together adjacent one of their adjacent ends with a hinge type structure. A spring normally keeps the distal ends of the cylindrical pieces of wood separated. The musical instrument can be held in one hand and a clicking sound is produced by repeatedly squeezing end of the cylindrical pieces of wood together.

Abstract: A drum cart (1) is provided for mounting and moving a drum (2). The cart included, a stand (3) mounted on two wheels (5). The stand is connected to the drummer by a hip strap. The drum (2) is held around its shell (7) by at least one bracket (6) and is preferably connected to the bracket (6) by two joints (8. The bracket (6) is preferably fastened to the stand (3). The drum is arranged in the stand so that the drummer beats the drum head (14) vertically with both beaters (10).

Abstract: The system of the preferred embodiments includes a fastener adapted to removably attach to a musical instrument, a blind coupled to the fastener and adapted to obstruct a user's view of the finger portion of the musical instrument, and a joint to couple the fastener to the blind. The system of the preferred embodiment has been specifically designed to obstruct a user's view of the finger portion of the musical instrument. If used properly, the system will train a user of the musical instrument to play without looking at the finger portion of the musical instrument thus aiding in muscle memory and helping the sense of sound by minimizing the use of sight. Furthermore, the blind portion of the instrument can be used as a visual output/input screen for use as electronic sheet music, notes, and communication device to the conductor.

Abstract: In a waveform data processing apparatus, a transfer section reads out waveform data of multiple tracks stored in a first storage device in data units, and transfers the read waveform data to a second storage device having an access speed higher than an access speed of the first storage device. A reproduction section reads out the waveform data of the tracks from the second storage device for every sampling period, and which reproduces an audio signal according to the read waveform data. A control section replaces old waveform data which has been read from the second storage device by new waveform data which is read from the first storage device, whereby the audio signals of the tracks are continuously reproduced.

Abstract: An automatic performance data editing and reproducing apparatus which can achieve harmony between a copyright holder of automatic performance data and users thereof. At least part of a plurality of pieces of part performance data stored in a storage device that stores automatic performance data comprising a plurality of pieces of part performance data and stores identifiers indicative of whether the part performance data is data of which reproduction is to be limited as attachment to at least part of the plurality of pieces of part performance data is read out and edited. The automatic performance data including the edited part performance data is reproduced.

Abstract: An automatic player piano is a combination between a piano and an electric system, and key actuators, which are provided under the black and white keys of the piano, is responsive to a driving signal so as selectively give rise to motion of the black and white keys without any fingering of a human player; an adjuster is provided in association with the key actuators so as to aid an adjusting work on the key actuators, and includes key sensors and a controller; when a worker requests the controller to assist him in the adjusting work, the controller checks the key position signals to see whether or not the key actuators are found at proper relative positions to the black and white keys, and informs the worker of the deviation from the proper relative position so that the worker easily adjusts the key actuators at the proper relative positions.

Abstract: A Powered Lower Bobbin Feed (“PLBF”) system is disclosed for improving the operation of deflector type rotary braiding machines, such as the Wardwell Rapid Braider. The PLBF eliminates or reduces the impulsive tension spikes set up by the deflection and feed process in current rotary braiding machines by uniquely controlling the lower bobbin filament feed. These tension spikes result from: the rapid rotational acceleration and deceleration required of the lower bobbin as a result of the feed process; the lever arm tension control and bobbin ratchet mechanism; and the shape of the filament deflector surface. Such failure limits the operating speed of rotary braiding machines, the minimum size of filament that can be braided effectively, or the ability to maintain the quality of the braid produced. By eliminating or reducing these spikes, the PLBF therefore can increase the working speed of circular braiding machines and improve the uniformity of braided filaments generated by such machines at a given speed.

Abstract: By providing an annular chamber 7 and a vent 11 to the radial gap between bolt 10 and high pressure cylinder 3, located between a seal 8 and a body of fluid 13 the operating range of the seal 8 cannot be exceeded. The flow rate of fluid from reservoir 13 into annular chamber 7 is restricted by the radial gap between bolt 10 and high pressure cylinder 3. The cross sectional area of both annular chamber 7 and vent 11 are greater than that of the radial gap between bolt 10 and high pressure cylinder 3 therefore fluid cannot enter annular chamber 7 at sufficient rate to cause a pressure rise in annular chamber 7 thus seal 8 is isolated from fluid at pressures above its safe operating range. Similar protection may be applied to any seal in the mechanism.

Abstract: A sensor system for defending armoured vehicles against projectiles through the use of active armour. A thermal sensor detects a projectile's presence, and a laser proximity sensor determines its location. A doppler sensor distinguishes between threatening and nonthreatening projectiles by measuring the projectile's velocity. The sensors are positioned in a housing with a segmented spherical window, wherein each sensor can detect the projectile through a window segment having a filtering characteristic which is matched to its associated sensor. An eyelid shutter, which can open and close, protects the window from small arms fire and shrapnel. A conical deflector protects the sensor system from objects such as tree branches. Heater elements are used to clear ice and snow from the window, and the eyelid shutter removes other material through the use of a cleaning liquid delivery system and rubber wipers.

Abstract: The invention relates to a weapon system incorporating a cannon mounted in a cradle and intended to be carried on board a vehicle wherein the cradle is integral with a plate able to be positioned on the ground by the vehicle using a maneuvering arm? the cannon being able to fire from the plate positioned on the ground.

Abstract: The invention relates to a split piston for an internal combustion engine, comprising an upper piece, connected to a lower piece, by means of a screw connection. The screw connection comprises a tubular connector piece, mounted on the underside of the piston upper piece with an external thread, a spacer sleeve with an external and an internal thread and a support rib formed on the lower piece of the piston with an internal thread. The upper piece can thus be screwed to the lower piece, by means of the connector piece, the spacer sleeve and the support rib. The spacer sleeve acts as a compressing body and the connector piece as an extending body, to generate the mechanism tension necessary for fixing the screw connection.

Abstract: An improved control scheme is set forth for an adsorption process that removes water and carbon dioxide (CO2) from a feed gas using a hybrid of both temperature swing (i.e. TSA) and pressure swing (PSA) to regenerate the adsorbent. The control scheme comprises adjusting the quantity of heat to be provided by the regeneration gas as a function of temperature data taken within a strategic portion of the water selective adsorbent zone. The strategic portion corresponds to the location for the desired transition from regeneration by temperature swing, to regeneration by pressure swing. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, said quantity of regeneration heat is also adjusted as a function of the water content of the feed gas.

Abstract: A cover-driven book production method and system are disclosed. The method of cover-driven book production includes providing a plurality of book covers. The book covers can be identified using, for example, a scanner. A book block can then be retrieved from a book repository based on the identified cover. After performing raster image processing (RIP) of the book block, copies of the book block can be printed. Finishing can be accomplished by binding the printed book blocks to the book covers using an in-line binder or off-line binder.

Abstract: Biogas released from landfills and sewage treatment plants is freed of siloxane contaminants by passing the biogas through a bed containing activated alumina, which absorbs the siloxanes. When the activated alumina becomes saturated with siloxanes, the absorption capability of the activated alumina can be recovered by passing a regeneration gas through the bed of activated alumina. A system containing two or more beds of activated alumina can use one bed to remove siloxanes from biogas while one or more of the other beds are being regenerated.

Abstract: A system and method for passive hypoxic training provides a person with a low oxygen (hypoxic) environment. Oxygen sensors automatically monitor and control oxygen levels to maintain the altitude desired. CO2 levels are monitored and CO2 is eliminated so that the air a person breathes is substantially clean and fresh. Exposure to a high altitude environment produces physiological changes in a person's body, which becomes more efficient at absorbing and transporting oxygen. Using the present method and system, athletes obtain the benefits of sleeping at a simulated altitude in the user's own home for six to twelve hours, rather than traditional altitude therapies in which athletes spend two to three weeks at high altitude before an athletic competition to obtain similar benefits. This system allows for “live high train low” altitude training that has been shown in controlled studies to provide superior benefits to “live high train high” training.

Abstract: The invention relates to a miniaturized facility for storing and/or enriching molecules and/or atoms, especially for us in a miniature gas-phase chromatograph, and to a method for producing such a miniaturized facility. The invention provides a facility which facilitates an effective sample enrichment in miniaturized analyses devices, especially miniature gas-phase chromatographs. The facility comprises a compartment (1) filled with a loading agent (2) that consists of carbon nanotubes and/or carbon nanofibers or contains the same. The facility can be easily produced by microsystem engineering methods and requires little energy. The invention also relates to a method for producing such an enrichment facility.

Abstract: A filter element, including a filter body having an inflow side and outflow side, the filter body being constructed in layers, at least one layer including granular adsorbents and at least one further layer including activated carbon fibers. The filter element may be used in a filter system which ensures optimum utilization of the load capacity of the filter element used in that a first layer, which includes activated carbon fibers is assigned to the inflow side and a second layer, which includes granular adsorbents, adjoins this layer on the outflow side. A filter system includes the filter element.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for preparing a beverage by injection of water through a capsule containing a substance to be dissolved and/or to be extracted. The device comprises at least one water-injection system for introducing water inside the capsule. The injection system can be switched in order for a selection to be made between at least two different modes of wetting the substance so as to adapt wetting in accordance with the type of capsule and/or with the nature of the substance contained in the capsule. The invention aims to propose a device suitable for the preparation of a wider range of beverages, foaming or non-foaming, from substances to be extracted and/or soluble substances.

Abstract: A beverage making device comprising a brewing chamber (5) for enclosing a pad containing a substance from which the beverage is brewed. The brewing chamber (5) has an upper wall (4) with one or more holes through which heated water can enter the brewing chamber (5). The upper wall (4) can hinge from a substantially horizontal brewing position in which the upper wall (4) is a portion of the wall of the brewing chamber (5) into an open position in which the pad can be removed from the brewing chamber (5). A substantial portion of the surface of said upper wall (4) is provided with protrusions (21). The protrusions have a height of more than 0.5 mm, and the distance between every two neighboring protrusions (21) is less than 12 mm.

Abstract: A beverage making device comprising a brewing chamber (5). The brewing chamber (5) is defined by an upper wall (4) with one or more holes (3) through which heated water can enter the brewing chamber (5), and by the wall of a first removable part having an edge that can abut against said upper wall (4) via first sealing means (19) in order to form the brewing chamber (5). The first removable part is provided with outlet means (8) for guiding brewed liquid out of the brewing chamber (5). There is a second removable part comprising means for guiding the heated water from said one or more holes (3) to outside the device, where the heated water can be caught in one or more cups. The second removable part is interchangeable with said first removable part.

Abstract: A method of controlling a food processor includes retaining in a container cooked rice and sushi dressing in a predetermined ratio, mixing the cooked rice and the sushi dressing in the container to perform a mixing process, and cooling the cooked rice and the sushi dressing with air to perform a cooling process. The mixing process and cooling process are performed intermittently according to a cooling-mixing process, which comprises a plurality of cycles carried out repeatedly. One cycle includes one-cooling operation, having a standstill duration, for merely sending air while keeping the cooked rice without mixing, and another-cooling operation for sending air while mixing the cooked rice. The standstill duration of the one-cooling operation is gradually prolonged in every predetermined number of the cycles.

Abstract: A device for impressing and embossing food items for both commercial and home use wherein the impressed and embossed images are interchangeable, allowing the user to form a pattern as desired.