Abstract: A method of installing a plurality of cables into a network (30) of ducts is disclosed. The method includes blowing a plurality of cables (34) through a first duct (31) such that a first portion (35) of each of tilt; cables (34) occupies the first duct (31). The plurality of cables (34) are also blown into a plurality of second ducts (32) such that each second duct (32) is occupied by a second portion (37) of at feast one of the plurality of cables (34).

Abstract: A method of repairing a crack in a component comprising a base material, in particular in a gas turbine blade, a suspension, which comprises a carrier liquid and at least one solid in the form of nanoparticles of the same material as the base material, being applied to the location to be repaired. A heat treatment of the component is carried out, the solid in the form of nanoparticles being melted and a bond with the base material being formed. During the heat treatment, the component is exposed to a thermal shock, in which a maximum temperature which corresponds to the melting temperature of the nanoparticles is reached. The nano size of the particles in the suspension causes a lowering of the melting point of these particles to take place, so that the structure of the base material does not change even at the melting temperature of the nanoparticles.

Abstract: A method for rounding edges of parts, in particular of turbo engines, is disclosed. An edge to the surfaces is rounded, the edge being created by at least two adjacent surfaces of the part. A blasting jet consisting mostly of abrasive particles is directed at its center approximately tangentially to the angle bisecting line between the surfaces at the edge and is moved at a defined rate of advance in relation to the part along the edge such that there is a defined removal of material of the part with rounding toward the surfaces.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for preparation of a metallic sleeve surrounding a core comprising the steps of rolling a metallic strip and helically welding the strip forming the sleeve, inserting the core in the sleeve, encompassing the sleeve with a plurality of movable segments and exposing the sleeve to pressure force by pressing the segments against outer surface of the sleeve until a preset dimension of the sleeve is obtained. The method is particularly useful when the core is a monolith encompassed by an intumescent mat, especially when the monolith is a catalysed filter and the mat is made from a fibrous material preferably containing vermiculite. The filter can be installed in a pipe with exhaust from a diesel engine.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention a method for the direct manufacture of aerospace duct elements is provided comprising executing a single build run on a build chamber using direct fabrication technology to generate at least one duct section. The at least one duct section is generated by forming a plurality of partial cylinder duct segments orientated within the build chamber in a nested arrangement during the single build run, and assembling at least two of the partial cylinder duct segments to form the duct section. During the single build run a plurality of stiffening protrusions are formed on each of the partial cylinder duct segments during to improve duct rigidity.

Abstract: A CPU cooling assembly includes a copper cold plate in which a pattern of ultra thin fins and channels are formed, and a copper manifold-cover in which a series of alternating inlet and outlet channels are formed, at right angles to the fin pattern. The manifold cover is sealed to the cold plate by a resistance welding technique that melts and closes up a perimeter welding seam just as the bottom edges of the manifold channels lightly engage the top edges of the micro fins. The result is a fully sealed assembly in which the channels and fins form an effective, very finely divided and regular checker board flow pattern for a suitable cooling fluid, with no deformation or clogging of the ultra thin flow channels.

Abstract: A razor includes a load and a voltage conversion system coupled to a voltage source and the load for transforming a variable voltage provided by the voltage source into a constant operating voltage for driving a load.

Abstract: A razor includes a load and a voltage conversion system coupled to a voltage source and the load for transforming a variable voltage provided by the voltage source into a constant operating voltage for driving a load.

Abstract: Handles are provided for battery operated razors. In some implementations, the handles include (a) a housing including a grip portion defining a chamber having an interior wall, and a battery cover removably mounted on the grip portion, the housing being configured to contain one or more batteries, and (b) a closing system, including a first component within the battery cover, and a second component secured to the interior wall of the grip portion, the first component being configured to move axially within the battery cover during engagement of the battery cover with the grip portion, and being biased toward a predetermined axial position.

Abstract: A portable, hand-held, motor-driven tube cutter (126) includes a disc-shaped gear (12A) driven by motor (16). A housing (10) has a roller support (6) and a blade support (12) movably mounted with respect to each other within the housing (10). Roller support (6) and blade support (12) engage grooves (30, 31) in a side of gear (12A). Brake elements (9, 11) are positioned in contacting relationship with housing (10), and supports (6, 12) move toward each from a starting position to cut a tube positioned within the cutter (126) as the motor (16) drives gear (12A) in a forward direction and as the brake elements (9, 11) restrict rotation of the housing (10). Supports (6, 12) move away from each other as the motor (16) drives gear (12A) in a reverse direction and as brake elements (9, 11) restrict rotation of housing (10) so that the tube cutter (126) is returned to its starting position and is ready for the next tube cutting.

Abstract: A cutting tool for strap includes a fixed element and a movable element pivotally operably connected to one another. The fixed element has a body, a grip extending from an end of the body and an anvil. The anvil has a cutting edge. A pivot region is defined between the cutting edge and the grip. The movable element has a body, an enclosed handle and a cutting head. The cutting head defines a cutting edge. A pivot region is defined between the cutting edge and the handle. The movable and fixed elements are operably connected at their respective pivot regions. A cutter guard having a flange is disposed to overlie a portion of the fixed element anvil to provide an opening between the flange and the anvil to place the strap during a cutting operation.

Abstract: In accordance with the principles of the present invention, a combination basting brush, spoon, and spatula is provided that combines the functionality of a basting brush, spoon, and spatula in one device. The combination basting brush, spoon, and spatula comprising a handle portion and a combined concave spoon portion, spatula edge portion, and bristle portion. The present invention enables a user to perform multiple tasks in a more efficient manner.

Abstract: An eating/feeding utensil includes a head along with a handle interconnected therewith. An articulation is provided for separating the handle into two segments with the first segment being fixed to the head and the second segment having a length suitable for manual manipulation. The articulation enables the first and second segments to be adjustably disposed at an angle to one another in order to facilitate self or aided feeding of an individual.

Abstract: A utility knife which includes a feature for presenting a user with a replacement blade holder containing replacement blades when the separate halves of the knife body, referred to as handle portions, are opened to expose an interior cavity is disclosed. A pivotable latching lever selectively movable between a latched position and an unlatched position permits the two handle portions to pivot relative to one another about a pivot axis when the lever is in the unlatched position so that the replacement blade holder may be presented to the user. The disclosed utility knife having a replacement blade holder and a latching lever is capable of very economic manufacture, yet is dependable in operation.

Abstract: A multifunctional molding name plate removal tool includes a blade attached to a blade retainer having a drive arm and a threaded handle attached thereto. The threaded handle may be removed in order to enable a pneumatic tool to drive the tool.

Abstract: A multifunctional molding name plate removal tool includes a blade attached to a blade retainer having a drive arm and a threaded handle attached thereto. The threaded handle may be removed in order to enable a pneumatic tool to drive the tool.

Abstract: A power tool and system for trimming and cutting vegetation are disclosed. A method of attaching a working assembly, such as blade carrier assembly, to a power tool is also disclosed. The power tool includes interchangeable cutting elements that can be readily attached and detached from a main body portion without any preliminary alignment steps. The main body portion of the power tool includes a selectively actuatable motor including a rotary output and a rotary drive element including a resiliently biased drive pin. Blade carrier assemblies are capable of being selectively and removably attached to the main body portion and each include a moveable blade portion having a drive pin slot. Upon attaching a blade carrier assembly to the main body portion and actuating the motor, the resiliently biased drive pin is rotatable to a position such that the drive pin is resiliently forced into the drive pin slot of the working piece to actuate the working assembly.

Abstract: A mounting system for securing a motor to a tool chassis comprises a mounting recess within said tool chassis having a plurality of engagement tabs extending into said mounting recess and a motor casing having a plurality of grooves therein that are shaped to be engaged by the plurality of engagement tabs.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a jigsaw including a rotating handle. In an exemplary embodiment in accordance with the present invention, the jigsaw includes a motor housing for containing a motor. The motor housing includes a first end and a second end. The first end of the motor housing is coupled to a saw blade assembly. Further, a handle assembly is rotationally coupled to the second end of the motor housing for rotation of the handle assembly to a plurality of positions. The plurality of positions include from a zero orientation to plus or minus 90° (ninety degrees) of the zero orientation. Additionally, a securing mechanism is operationally coupled to the handle assembly for securing the rotational position of the handle assembly up to plus or minus 90° (ninety degrees) of the zero orientation.

Abstract: An outer peripheral surface of a cam has an apex having a greatest distance from a rotational axis, a first region located on the side of the apex opposite to the direction of rotation and having an increasing distance from the rotational axis with the rotation thereof, and a second region located on the side of the apex in the rotational direction and having a decreasing distance from the rotational axis of the cam with the rotation thereof. The apex is disposed in a position where the phase 0 thereof advances by 15 degrees or more and 55 degrees or less in the rotational direction from a position symmetrical to a center of the pin with respect to the rotational axis. The rate of change in the distance between the second region and the rotational axis is set to be greater than the rate of change in the distance between the first region and the rotational axis. A retreat amount X when a saw blade reaches an uppermost point c from a foremost point is set to be 0.8 mm or more at a lower end of the saw blade.

Abstract: Razor handles are provided for razors having a battery-powered functionality. Methods of manufacturing such handles are also provided. In one implementation, the handle includes a unitary grip portion constructed to receive a razor head at one end thereof, and a battery cover, mounted on the grip portion. The grip portion and the battery cover, when joined, may together define a water-tight unit prior to mounting of the razor head on the grip portion.

Abstract: Razor handles are provided. In one aspect, a razor handle includes a housing constructed to hold a battery, an aperture in the housing, a microporous membrane covering the aperture and sealed against a surface of the housing surrounding the aperture, a cover disposed over the membrane and aperture, and a space provided between the cover and the surface of the housing, the space being configured to allow gas exiting the aperture to escape from under the cover. In another aspect, a razor handle includes a housing constructed to hold a battery, the housing being configured to be held by a user during shaving and to receive a razor head, an aperture in the housing, and a microporous membrane covering the aperture and sealed against a surface of the housing surrounding the aperture.

Abstract: Razor handles are provided, for razors having a battery-powered functionality. The razor handles include a housing constructed to hold a battery, and, within the housing, a carrier including a pair of battery clamp fingers configured to exert a clamping force against the battery when the battery is in place in the housing.

Abstract: A peep sight which enables viewing above and below an intended target includes a body which develops a frame for defining a shaped aperture and a peripheral groove for receiving a bowstring, for mounting the peep sight to the bowstring. The shaped aperture forms a single, vertically elongated sight window which provides a large sight picture to facilitate viewing of the target, especially in low light situations, and which is free of internal structures. In use, the peep sight allows an archer to immediately focus on the sighting pins of the bow, and then on the target, without obstruction.

Abstract: An immobilizing device has a driving mechanism which urges two members or chocks towards each other to clamp a vehicle wheel between them. A detector, including a spring, detects engagement between the chocks and the wheel, in particular when the force applied by the driving mechanism exceeds a threshold, and permits operation of an auxiliary device, e.g. comprising a spring-loaded pin, to prevent movement of the chocks away from each other.

Abstract: Taught herein are portable digital horizontal inclinometers which utilize magnetic field to dampen the free swing of the pendulum. The inclinometers feature simple structure, small size, high sensitivity, good linearity, high precision, and strong anti-jamming capability. They are also easy to manufacture and provide fast and accurate reading over a wide range of inclination angles of up to 360°.

Abstract: In a saddle-type vehicle having at least three wheels, a tilt angle sensor layout structure is provided which ensures that a tilt angle sensor is minimally influenced by a centrifugal force or vibration of a vehicle body while the vehicle is turned, and the tilt angle sensor is protected against flying stones and the like. The vehicle includes an engine, and a fuel injection system for supplying fuel from a fuel tank to the engine, with a steering mechanism including a steering shaft provided on the front side of the vehicle body. A plurality of frame members constituting the vehicle body frame supporting the steering mechanism are connected in the shape of a frame loop in vehicle side view, and the tilt angle sensor for detecting the tilt angle in the left-right direction of the vehicle body is attached to the loop-shaped portion of the vehicle body frame.

Abstract: A gauge for use in a surgical procedure, including a body with a plumb bob mounted to the body. The plumb bob hangs from the body under the influence of a local gravitational field. More particularly, the plumb bob is rotatable relative to the body in both a first plane and a second plane, said planes being orthongonal to each other. In use, a connector allows the gauge to be connected to various surgical implements. The position of the indicator needle on the plumb bob is noted with reference to two sets of markings on the body to allow a surgeon to determine a first angle in a first plane and a second angle in a second plane. In one exemplary application of the invention, the first and second angles are anatomical angles associated with the surgical insertion of prosthetic components.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for measuring the bore diameter of a hole as a function of hole depth is disclosed. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises a diametric probe, for generating first measured bore diameter data along a diametric probe sensitive axis; a foot, for positioning the diametric probe sensitive axis in a plane parallel to the hole; a linear distance probe, coupled to the diametric probe, for generating first measured depth data describing the depth of the diametric probe sensitive axis within the hole; and a data acquisition system, for recording first measured bore diameter data from the diametric probe and first measured depth data from the linear distance probe of an insertion of the diametric probe into the hole.

Abstract: A multi-point measuring method includes steps of: sending controlling commands to at least two measuring tools to control the at least two measuring tools to measuring two different points of a component; receiving at least two measuring values from the at least two measuring tools; and showing the at least two measuring values on an user interface.

Abstract: A probe head includes a stationary component and pressure-sensitive sensors, the sensors being stationary relative to the fixed component, and a deflectable probe element. The probe element has a longitudinal axis, a first contact point and a second contact point. Because of contact of the probe element, pressure forces are able to be introduced into the sensors via the first contact point. In response to a further deflection of the probe element, the latter is able to be transferred to a stop position, in which the second contact point of the probe element touches the stationary component in a supporting manner. The probe element is arranged such that the pressure forces that are able to be introduced into the sensors in the stop position are limited, a first distance between the first contact point and the longitudinal axis being shorter than a second distance between the second contact point and the longitudinal axis.

Abstract: A tape measure includes a case with an opening, a core inside the case, a spring extending around and imparting a radially inward force to most of a circumference of the core, and a graduated free metal tape with an arcuate cross-section that is wound around the core between the core and spring. The free metal tape is not connected to the case and core and its entire length is passable through the opening. The spring urges the tape flat against the core. The tape may be graduated on both sides. The case may include rollers that roll on an external periphery of the tape wound around the core and that are urged radially inward by the spring, and plural slots in which respective axes of the rollers are displaced in response to a change of diameter of the external periphery of the tape wound around the core.

Abstract: A heat exchanger assembly includes a housing at least partially bounding a chamber and a heat exchanger at least partially disposed within the chamber, the heat exchanger containing tubing adapted to allow a heated fluid to travel therethrough and fins outwardly projecting from the tubing, the fins being spaced apart such that air can freely flow between the fins. The heat exchanger also includes an inlet port into which an air mover can be received to provide blown air for the system and an outlet port through which the heated air exits the heat exchanger assembly.

Abstract: A system dries water droplets within a person's outer and inner ear. The presence of the droplets is typically caused by swimming, showering, bathing, and other activities associated with water sports such as diving, water polo and the like. A hair dryer blows warm air at a distance into a handheld drying apparatus. One or more diffusion chambers containing a plurality of apertures deliver warm air from the hair dryer into the outer ear. An integral central tubular element forming part of the diffusion chamber delivers warm air from the hair dryer into the inner canal. The diffusion chamber has a handle to help position the central tubular element within the inner ear canal. The distance between the hair dryer and the handheld drying apparatus may be varied to select a comfortable warmth level and warm air velocity.

Abstract: A through-air dryer is disclosed. The through-air dryer includes a cylindrical deck made from a plurality of deck plates that support a throughdrying fabric. The deck plates are supported by opposing hubs. Each of the hubs is in communication with a bearing that is mounted to a stationary shaft for allowing the cylindrical deck and the hubs to rotate. The bearings are positioned so as to create a through-air dryer structure that remains stable during operation and allows for easy calculation of loads on the dryer.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of preparing a negative electrode for a rechargeable lithium battery. The steps include vacuum-drying a negative electrode precursor, the negative electrode precursor comprising a negative active material and an aqueous binder. The steps may further include vacuum-drying a lithium cell battery that includes a vacuum-dried negative electrode.

Abstract: The invention makes provision for the weight of the batch of laundry of that laundry machine whose batch is to be divided to be continuously determined. To this end, the weight of the laundry machine together with the laundry which is currently located therein is preferably continuously weighed. The weight of the partial batch which is respectively unloaded from the laundry machine is then given by subtracting the weight of the laundry remaining in the laundry machine from the total weight of the batch of laundry in the laundry machine.

Abstract: A door for a household appliance comprising a door body having a cylindrical portal with a ridge extending radially inwardly from an end of the portal. The door body includes multiple receptacles disposed adjacent the portal and spaced around the portal. A rear glass piece is at least partially disposed within the portal and includes a flange extending around an outer edge of the rear glass. A view guide is at least partially disposed within the portal and includes a cylindrical portion having a lead edge and multiple hooks extending back from the lead edge with a barb disposed near an end of each hook. The hooks engage corresponding receptacles to connect the view guide to the door body and retain the rear glass within the door body. The flange of the rear glass is disposed between the ridge and the lead edge.

Abstract: The forefoot portion of a shoe bottom includes at least one independent open air cavity composed by complementing concave arcs found in the lower midsole and upper midsole. The upper midsole includes at least one ventilation hole for the passage of air to and from the wearer's foot. During compression of the shoe bottom, caused by the wearer's foot, the open air cavity forces air through the ventilation hole, and through the insole hole introducing air into the shoe interior.

Abstract: An overshoe for sports is comprised of a flexible, stretchable, waterproof material with a plurality of spikes extending from the a base surface that is entirely flat. The plurality of spikes forms a circular design at the toe portion of the flat base and staggers outward so that the spikes uniformly cover the base. The design and placement of the spikes enhances the balance of the user while preventing large amounts of turf or earth from clinging to the base of the outsole. The flat base surface allows the overshoe to contour around a user's footwear of choice thus maintaining a flat surface with the ground while, at the same time, maintaining the user's comfort in his footwear of choice. The flat base surface also assists in maintaining balance while contemporaneously restricting sway and movement of other parts of the body.

Abstract: A slipper has an upper portion. The upper portion is flexible. A lower portion is connected to the upper portion. The upper portion and the lower portion include ribbed formations. The upper portion and the lower portion are made of a material having shape memory.

Abstract: A kit is provided to provide a rear foot support for shoes. The kit includes a flexible member, a removable securing mechanism, and instructions. The instructions describe the use of the flexible member and the removable securing mechanism on shoes, and they recommend the use of the same to support one of a wearer's heel or ankle to a shoe. The kit further includes packaging to contain the flexible member, the removable securing mechanism, and the instructions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a shoe that has a socklining with a periphery, a sole with a periphery, an upper placed above the socklining and extending downwardly around the periphery of the socklining and between the socklining and the sole. The shoe further includes a stitch extending through the socklining, upper, and sole for securing the upper between the socklining and sole and where the stitch extends around the peripheries of both the socklining and sole.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bladder and incorporation of a bladder in a shoe for cushioning a wearer's foot having an outsole, an upper, and a bladder adapted to receive the foot and being placed between the outsole and the upper. The bladder further has a first chamber and a second chamber, where the first chamber is in contact with the second chamber for providing continuous cushioning. The bladder is also removably placed between the upper and outsole. In other aspects of the invention, the bladder is integrally placed between the upper and outsole.

Abstract: An appartus (1,2,3,4) that is to be temporarily attached to the soles of ski boots, whenever the wearer is not attached to skis and desires the ability to comfortably walk or desires protection for the sole of the ski boots. The preferred embodiment generally composes sandal type soles (4) made of a resilient, elastic springy material which aids in the natural walking action by alternately compressing and releasing, adding energy to the step, thereby aiding walking while wearing ski boots.

Abstract: A sole 12 of shoe 10 has a thickened portion defined at an area thereof where a base of toe of user's foot is to be positioned. An engagement is member 30 adapted for allowing a rotating adapter 20 to be releasably engaged therewith. In an inner surface of the shoe 10, there are provided: a slope inclined, as indicated by the line LA, such that a side thereof near to the heel side 16 is low; and a slope inclined, as indicated by the line LB, such that one side thereof on which a big toe of user's foot is to be positioned is lower than another side thereof on which a small toe of user's foot is to be positioned. The sole 12 is formed with a sloped surface 18 which extends from an area of the sole at which the base of toe of user's foot is to be positioned, in a direction toward a toe side 14.

Abstract: A modular hydraulic power mechanism provides hydraulic power to a snowplow system for use in moving a snowplow. The hydraulic power mechanism includes a base unit including a base plate, a hydraulic reservoir and a hydraulic pump unit. To the base unit may be added a first hydraulic module that can be mounted to the base plate and that is designed to meet a specific hydraulic need, such as up and down motion, for the snowplow of a first snowplow system. To the same base unit a second hydraulic module may be mounted that is designed to meet a different hydraulic need, such as side to side motion, for the first snowplow system. Alternately, to the same base unit one or more hydraulic modules can be mounted to the base plate in order to provide all the hydraulic needs of a second snowplow system, such as a V-plow.

Abstract: An excavator tooth system having a mounting nose having a projecting spigot and a wear member (12) having at one end a socket (18), the socket (18) being defined by spaced side walls and upper and lower walls converging from a rearwardly facing socket opening to a forward end of the socket. Each of the upper and lower walls comprises a forward bearing face (8a) and a rear bearing face (7a) separated by a forwardly convergent intermediate face. The front and rear bearing faces (8a,7a) are substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis (50) of the wear member and engage corresponding bearing faces (8,7) in said spigot.

Abstract: The invention refers to an display assembly for displaying substantially flat objects, the assembly consists of a molded back support, a transparent cover, and at least two molded fasteners. The object to be displayed is located between the back support and the transparent cover. The fasteners keep the group of laminar objects secured together like a clip and they are fastened or fixed, in a detachable way, to the back support via anchorage means molded for that purpose in the fasteners and in the back support. Every fastener has a structure and arrangement allowing it to be resistant enough to keep the laminar elements together, and being flexible to allow it to be repeatedly fastened and detached from the assembly without breaking. In an additional embodiment of the invention, to provide a display that can modify its dimensions, the back support is provided in the form of modules that can be coupled together to obtain the desired size, by coupling together the necessary number of modules.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pneumatic advertising medium which comprises at least one pneumatic structural element (1). This structural element is vertically erect in the form of a column and the entire peripheral surface can be used as an advertising medium in the manner of an advertising pillar. At least three compression elements (3) distributed across the hollow body comprise at least one respective pair of traction elements (4) that are wound around the hollow body in the opposite direction and provide the column's flexural strength relative to the wind forces attacking the column from all directions. The compression elements (3) can for example be configured as dismountable elements, thereby simplifying their transport. They are either linked with a base plate (5) which in turn is linked with the support in a nonpositive fit or the column is secured by means of bracing wires that are anchored in the ground and fixed to the compression elements (3).