Abstract: A bonding mechanism of corrugated paper making machine includes an endless loop-like band and an adjusting mechanism for adjusting position and configuration of the band with respect to a surface sheet of the corrugated paper pasted on a core sheet. The adjustment performed by the adjusting mechanism changes an area of surface contact between the band and the surface sheet of the corrugated paper and thus changing a pressurizing area between the surface sheet and the core sheet. The surface contact between the band and the surface sheet enhances bonding operation of the surface sheet to the core sheet and increases the time when a pressure is applied in the pressurizing area to bond the surface sheet and the core sheet together. The surface contact eliminates the potential damage to the surface sheet caused by application of concentrated force at a single contact point on the surface sheet and increases the manufacturing efficiency of the corrugated paper.

Abstract: When driving or parking, the Elastic Blind prevents the direct sun rays to penetrate the car windows. Just by stretching the blind to cover desired areas, intense, harmful UV rays are blocked from damaging passenger's skin or eyes, and indoor is retained cool and refreshing in midst of hottest heat waves. Furthermore, during cold weather, the Elastic Blind effectively cuts off cold waves from entering inside and keeps indoor warm. The compact-designed blind container incorporates tape spring or roller spring or motor that it automatically rolls the blind into the container once the tension stretching the blind is removed.

Abstract: To provide an on-failure blind stopper system that allows reduction of depth of a head box and can be surely activated, A slider capable of moving vertically is disposed in a head box. The slider is pressed by a lifting/lowering cord and prevented from moving upward to permit a rotation shaft to rotate when the lifting/lowering cord is under tension. On the other hand, the slider moves upward to engage with the rotation shaft to prevent the rotation of the rotation shaft when the lifting/lowering cord sags.

Abstract: A sliding wheel unit for a blind includes a base member and a friction member. The base member is provided with an exit hole in a rear wall, and the friction member is provided with a circumferential wall defining a center hole for a pull rope to extend out, a position edge formed at one side and a bottom wall at the other side. So after the friction member is inserted in the exit hole of the base member, the position edge and the bottom wall of the friction member contacts respectively the outer side and the inner side of the wall of the center hole of the base member to keep the friction member stable in place. Then the friction member can have a long service life, lessened in friction with the pull rope.

Abstract: An occupant protection apparatus includes a cover sheet adapted to be fed out from a peripheral edge of a window of a vehicle, when a pulling unit is activated, so as to cover the window. The pulling unit includes a pulling string having flexibility and a pulling device to which the pulling string is connected so as to be pulled thereby and which is disposed below the window. When the pulling device is activated, the pulling string is pulled such that a portion thereof which extends from a fixed end to where it is supported by a support member becomes a straight line while a portion thereof which is disposed along a lower edge portion of the peripheral edge of the window is caused to rise.

Abstract: A method of making paper comprising over drying the paper web by a dryer; transporting the paper web to a reel; and supplying dry air adjacent at least a portion of the paper web's travel path from the dryer to the reel. A paper machine comprising a dryer and a reel; at least one blow box located between the dryer and the reel; and a blower supplying a source of dry air to the at least one blow box.

Abstract: Wood pulp papers are provided that are useful in end uses requiring microbial barrier properties such as medical packaging, air filters, liquid filters, and other uses and the papers have significantly improved bacterial barrier properties in contrast to wood pulp papers known in the art as measured by Log Reduction Values determined by ASTM F-1608.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to lecithin containing starch compositions. The disclosure also relates to processes for preparing the lecithin-containing starch compositions. Further, the disclosure relates to uses of the lecithin-containing compositions in the preparation of paper products that have oil and grease resistant properties, and/or have release properties. Further, the disclosure relates to paper products that include lecithin-containing compositions and to paper products resulting from the processes herein.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compositions consisting essentially of starch and lecithin. The disclosure also relates to processes for preparing the compositions consisting essentially of a starch and lecithin. Further, the disclosure relates to uses of compositions consisting essentially of starch and lecithin, or compositions comprising starch and lecithin, in the preparation of paper products that have oil and grease resistant properties, and/or release properties. Further, the disclosure relates to paper products that include lecithin-containing compositions and to paper products resulting from the processes herein.

Abstract: The invention provides a process, casting assembly (10) and casting apparatus for charging a mould (12) with molten metal and solidifying it in the mould to form an artefact, the process including, prior to charging the mould, heating the mould by induction heating to an elevated temperature at which the charging takes place. The assembly (10) includes a mould (12) for casting he artefact and an induction heating arrangement (14), which includes at least one induction coil surrounding the mould, for heating it to an elevated temperature prior to the casting. The apparatus (20) includes the assembly (10) and a melting apparatus (4) for forming a molten charge of metal, the apparatus (40) including a heating arrangement (44) for heating a precursor of the molten charge to melt it.

Abstract: The invention provides a process and apparatus (50) for casting an artefact by forming a molten charge of metal, charging a mould with the charge to fill it sufficiently to form a single artefact, the charge solidifying in the mould. The size of the charge is selected to match the capacity of the mould so that charging the mould consumes substantially the whole charge. The apparatus (50) has a container (12) in which a molten charge of metal is held and a mould (54) into which the charge is transferred. The container and mould have matched capacities so that filling the mould with sufficient metal to form a single artefact consumes substantially the whole charge and leaves the container empty.

Abstract: A fused silica crucible having a nozzle is formed by first inserting a preformed silica glass tube into the lower portion of a graphite mold. The tube is aligned with a vertical axis about which the mold is rotated while silica grain is poured into the mold and shaped in the form of the crucible. A graphite plug inserted into the top of the tube keeps the grain out of the tube. Electrodes create a plasma gas ball that fuses the grain and forms it to the tube. Although the graphite plug is covered with grain, the molten silica recedes from the top of the plug during fusion thus forming the nozzle to the crucible.

Abstract: In continuous casting of steel, the invention is able to accurately detect a crater end only from a value measured by a sensor without needing calibration based on the slab rivet method, etc. An ultrasonic shear wave sensor 6, 8 for transmitting an ultrasonic shear wave to a cast product 1 and receiving it and an ultrasonic longitudinal wave sensor 7, 9 for transmitting an ultrasonic longitudinal wave to the cast product and receiving it are installed at the same position in a continuous casting machine or at two positions apart in a casting direction but at the same position in a transverse direction of the cast product. From variations of an ultrasonic signal received by the ultrasonic shear wave sensor, it is detected that a crater end 4 of the cast product is matched with the installed position of the ultrasonic shear wave sensor.

Abstract: The following abstract will replace all prior versions of the abstract in the application: The present casting machine and the underlying caterplillar-mold casting method distinguish themselves by the fact that the blocks (4) forming the mold circulate caterpillar-like around one of the casting caterpillars (2;3) and are subdivided in the lateral direction into individual elements that are held together, the elements, which rest on a transport means, being held on the transport means at least over a part of the circumference of the caterpillar by means of stationary magnets.

Abstract: A method of casting a metal ingot with a microstructure that facilitates further working, such as hot and cold rolling. The metal is cast in a direct chill casting mold, or the equivalent, that directs a spray of coolant liquid onto the outer surface of the ingot to achieve rapid cooling. The coolant is removed from the surface at a location where the emerging embryonic ingot is still not completely solid, such that the latent heat of solidification and the sensible heat of the molten core raises the temperature of the adjacent solid shell to a convergence temperature that is above a transition temperature for in-situ homogenization of the metal. A further conventional homogenization step is then not required. The invention also relates to the heat-treatment of such ingots prior to hot working.

Abstract: A method for reducing pollutant emissions from a metal casting case used in foundry practice. The metal casting case includes at least a molding material formed to a metal casting mold. The pollutant emissions are released from material making up the casting cases after pouring molten metal in the metal casting mold. The method includes the steps of adding at least one additional combustible substance to at least one region of the casting mold located outside of a contact region of the casting mold with the casting, and burning the at least one additional combustible substance in one of a gaseous and vaporized state together with the pollutant emissions.

Abstract: A cooling device has a case defining a first space through which a first fluid flows and a second space through which a second fluid having the temperature lower than that of the first fluid flows. A first heat exchanger is disposed in the first space for performing heat exchange between the first fluid and a refrigerant, thereby to evaporate the refrigerant. A second heat exchanger is disposed in the second space for performing heat exchange between the second fluid and the refrigerant evaporated in the first heat exchanger, thereby to transfer heat of the refrigerant to the second fluid. The case defines a first dimension in a first direction and a second dimension in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction in a transverse cross-section. The second dimension is larger than the first dimension. The first space and the second space are arranged in the second direction.

Abstract: Heat exchanger device for a gas seal (1) for centrifugal compressors equipped with a fluid heat exchanger (3) positioned between the gas seal (1) and the housing wall of the seal to keep the temperature of the seal (1) low in the case of high temperatures of the wall and/or compressed gas.

Abstract: Structured thermal transfer article comprising a plurality of metal bodies and a plurality of interstitial elements disposed between and connecting the plurality of metal bodies to one another. The metal bodies comprise an inner portion comprising a first metal and an outer portion comprising an alloy comprising the first metal and a second metal. The interstitial elements comprise the alloy of the outer portion.

Abstract: A diversion component connecting to a fixing base for heat sink at least includes a deformable piece and locating portions provided on the piece for connecting the diversion component to the fixing base for heat sink, wherein when the diversion component is connected to the fixing base for heat sink, the piece is deformed to form a choking area for conducting airflow to a desired area.

Abstract: Constructions for and methods of manufacturing graphite heat spreaders having thermal vias placed therethrough are provided. Thermal vias having one or two flanges are disclosed, as are flush thermal vias. Graphite heat spreaders having surface layers covering the graphite material are provided. Graphite heat spreaders having a layer of cladding for increased structural integrity are provided. Also disclosed are methods of co-forging a graphite heat spreader element with a metal thermal via in place therein.

Abstract: A heat dissipation module includes a heat pipe and a plurality of fins disposed around the heat pipe. The heat pipe includes a main body, a base, a first wick, a second wick and a working fluid. The main body has a top portion and a sidewall portion disposed around the top portion. The base is combined with the main body to form a closed chamber. The base is disposed corresponding to the top portion and has an uneven surface facing the top portion. The first wick is disposed on the sidewall portion and the top portion of the main body, the second wick is disposed on the base, and the working fluid is filled within the closed chamber.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a radiating module consisting of a plurality of radiating fins, at least one heat-transfer tube, and a seat includes the steps of forming through holes on the radiating fins, extending the heat-transfer tube through the through holes on the radiating fins, and positioning a seat in an open-bottomed recess formed at a lower surface of the radiating fins to connect to the heat-transfer tube. The seat is made of the same material as the heat-transfer tube, so that heat energy can be quickly transferred from the seat to the heat-transfer tube and radiated from the radiating fins without the need of contacting of the seat with the radiating fins.

Abstract: The air-conditioning system comprises at least one sensor of the thermal comfort of the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle, and an apparatus having at least one pair of heat-exchanger units, each designed to increase and reduce said temperature at alternating intervals under the control of the sensor. Each heat-exchanger unit comprises a substrate having the property of absorbing and releasing heat according to the absorption of a gas. The two substrates are set in two hermetic casings in communication with one another through a compressor and a series of valves, which can be actuated so as to transfer the gas alternately from one to another of the two substrates. Each heat-exchanger unit also comprises an outlet conveyor with an outlet opening to the passenger compartment and another outlet opening towards the outside. The two outlets are controlled by hatches that can be actuated intermittently so as to send hot air or cold air continuously into the passenger compartment.

Abstract: A fluid heat exchanger includes: a base, a heat pipe including an evaporator portion thermally coupled to the base and a condenser portion; a coolant block portion thermally coupled to the condenser portion of the heat pipe, the coolant block portion including a liquid tight passage extending from a passage inlet to a passage outlet.

Abstract: An exemplary heat dissipation apparatus includes a base member and a number of cooling fins. Each of the cooling fins includes a main part and a foot part embedded in the base member, the foot part includes a first portion extending from the main part in the extension direction of the main part and at least one second portion extending at an angle from the first portion. The heat dissipation apparatus has a high heat dissipation efficiency.

Abstract: A food storage and preparation device (10, 50, 100) is provided for more rapidly cooling or heating a mass of food or other product contained within a storage pan. The device includes a plurality of air contact fins (20) which rapidly convey heat to and from the ambient surrounding air and a plurality of food contact fins (22, 56, 106) which are inserted within the mass of food to increase the surface area of the food exposed to a heat transfer surface to more rapidly transfer heat to or from the mass of food.

Abstract: An Electronically-Controlled Register vent (ECRV) that can be easily installed by a homeowner or general handyman is disclosed. The ECRV can be used to convert a non-zoned HVAC system into a zoned system. The ECRV can also be used in connection with a conventional zoned HVAC system to provide additional control and additional zones not provided by the conventional zoned HVAC system. In one embodiment, the ECRV is configured have a size and form-factor that conforms to a standard manually-controlled register vent. In one embodiment, a zone thermostat is configured to provide thermostat information to the ECRV. In one embodiment, the zone thermostat communicates with a central monitoring system that coordinates operation of the heating and cooling zones.

Abstract: A drilling flange and an independent screwed wellhead provides a metal-to-metal seal that supplements the traditional elastomeric O-rings for providing a fluid seal between the drilling flange and the wellhead. The metal-to-metal seal may be achieved using a metal ring gasket or two contacting metal surfaces that are machined to required tolerances and are configured to be forced together when the drilling flange is mounted to the wellhead. The metal-to-metal seal ensures a fluid seal between the flange body and the wellhead in the event that the O-rings malfunction or are destroyed by fire.

Abstract: A rod guide 10 for positioning on a sucker rod includes a sleeve-shaped guide body 12 and two or more spiraling vanes 14, 16 each extending radially outward from the sleeve-shaped body, with each vane spiraling about the body and defining a flow path between circumferentially spaced vanes. Each vane has a forward portion 24 spiraling in a forward direction, and a backward portion 26 spiraling in a backward direction rotatably opposite the forward direction. The rod guide may be used for either reciprocating rod or rotating rod applications.

Abstract: A method of recovering hydrocarbon such as heavy oil or bitumen from an underground oil-rich reservoir formation such as oil sand or oil shale is provided. One or more substantially vertical wells are drilled into the formation so that the bottom portion of each well extends into the formation and, preferably, below the bottom of the formation. The bottom portion of each well may be enlarged relative to the rest of the well. The bottom portion of the well is substantially filled with conductive liquid, sealed at the surface and high voltage power of up to 72,000 Volts or more is applied via an electrical conductor having an electrode submerged in the conductive liquid. The resulting current flow increases the formation temperature, causing the heavy oil or bitumen to flow from the formation into the bottom portion where it can be removed from the well.

Abstract: The present invention provides a screen for a well that utilizes a partial screen wrapping used to advantage with side conduits (e.g., alternate flowpaths), control lines, intelligent completions devices, and the like. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract: The methods of the present invention include processing waste water containing 0.15% by weight of the salts of Na, K, Ca, Mg, Fe, Cl, SO4, and CO3 and mixtures thereof to produce products useful for enhancing oil or gas well production, and particularly for oil drilling applications including as additives for drilling muds and cement well casings, as well as for injection into an oil well oil or gas well formation.

Abstract: Propped fractures in formations from which fluids are produced are described that have wormholes extending out into the formations from the faces of the fractures at locations distant from boreholes. Methods are given for creating such propped fractures having wormholes in which either a closed propped fracture is formed and then the wormholes are formed, or the entire fracture and channel system is formed before the closure occurs.

Abstract: A method of treating a subterranean formation is provided, the method comprising the steps of: positioning a jetting tool in a wellbore penetrating the subterranean formation, wherein the jetting tool comprises at least one fluid jet forming nozzle; and delivering a curable composition through the jetting tool and to the formation, wherein the curable composition: cures to form a solid substance or a semi-solid, gel-like substance, and is a fluid having a sufficiently low viscosity to penetrate into the formation. The methods according to the invention are particularly suited for treating weakly consolidated or unconsolidated formations with a hardenable resin composition to help consolidate the formation.

Abstract: Provided herein are settable spotting compositions that comprise cement kiln dust and associated methods of use. Also provided are methods that comprise providing a settable spotting composition comprising cement kiln dust; introducing the settable spotting composition into a well bore that penetrates the subterranean formation so as to displace at least a portion of a second fluid from the well bore.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for subterranean well bore operations are provided. An exemplary embodiment of a method of the present invention is a method of activating a device in a subterranean well bore, the device having a baffle adapter configured to achieve sealing contact with a cementing plug, the cementing plug having an outer body and a detachable inner mandrel attached to the outer body, including the steps of: displacing the cementing plug into contact with the baffle adapter so that the outer body of the cementing plug achieves sealing contact with the baffle adapter; and applying a differential pressure across the cementing plug, thereby activating the device. An exemplary embodiment of an apparatus of the present invention is a baffle adapter, having an inner bore designed to engage and seal against the outer body of a plug.

Abstract: A method of cementing a casing string in a subterranean well bore is provided. An exemplary embodiment of a method includes injecting a cement composition into a casing string, and deploying within the casing string at least one cementing plug having an outer body and a detachable inner mandrel attached to the outer body.

Abstract: Nonionic derivatized starch of varying degrees of substitution may be used as a fluid loss additive for well bore cementing operations. A well bore cementing composition may include a cement and a nonionic derivatized starch, the nonionic derivatized starch in a concentration in the cement to provide a fluid loss of less than 200 cc/30 min. A method for cementing subterranean zones penetrated by a well bore may include: providing a cement slurry including mix water, hydraulic cement and a nonionic derivatized starch as an additive for fluid loss control in well cementing applications; pumping the cement slurry into a well; and holding the cement slurry in place until it sets.

Abstract: An apparatus for retrieving metal objects. The apparatus includes a housing with an inner part, with the housing having a first wall. The apparatus further includes a sleeve disposed within the housing, with the sleeve being constructed of a non-magnetic conduction material. A magnet is disposed within the sleeve, with the magnet having a north pole and a south pole. The apparatus further includes a container disposed within the sleeve, the container having a second wall. In the most preferred embodiment, the first wall defines a first pathway for magnetic lines of flux for the north pole of the magnet and wherein the second wall defines a second pathway for magnetic lines of flux for the south pole of the magnet so that a toroidal magnetic field is formed about the distal end of the sleeve. A method of retrieving a metal object within a well bore is also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus for retaining two strings of tubulars characterized in that said apparatus comprises body parts of a device for retaining a single string of tubulars and a converting member. A device for retaining a string of tubulars, said device comprising at least one body part having a curved tapered surface upon which inserts are located for engagement with said string of tubulars characterized in that said curved tapered surface comprises a recess for the passage of cables.

Abstract: A technique is provided to control a downhole tool in a well. An indexer is used to adjust a downhole tool to specific positions on a plurality of positions. The indexer is actuated between settings via control fluid input. The indexer is designed such that a unique amount of control fluid is used for actuation of the indexer to each specific setting.

Abstract: Systems and methods for operating a circulation valve such that the valve will automatically close without the need for a ball to be dropped or other intervention from the surface. The circulation valve is autonomous and will preferably be actuated from an open to a closed position by a motive force such as a power screw. The valve includes an actuator that causes the valve to close in response to particular conditions, such as the passing of a predetermined amount of time, or wellbore conditions, such as pressure, temperature or position.

Abstract: An improved cone and integral slip assembly is described for use in the anchoring assembly of a downhole tool, such as a bridge plug, frac plug, or cement retainer. The cone may include external fins that are integral to and run axially along the cone. The integral slip assembly includes at least one axial slot, which facilitates subsequent breaking up of the integral slip assembly into individual slip segments. Each slip segment may include a channel that is adapted to mate with an external fin of the cone. As the integral slip assembly traverses the cone, the channels of the slip segments ride on the fins encouraging the integral slip assembly to break apart along the slots into the slip segments. The spacing of the fins and corresponding channels in the slip segments are positioned such to ensure that the slip segments are advantageously positioned around the cone thus, locating the packing element of the plug in the center of the wellbore.

Abstract: An adjustable stand includes a stable base, an upright portion upending from the base, and a platform adjustably locked in the base. The platform height preferably may be adjusted continuously rather than incrementally for precise and accurate positioning of a horse hoof or other animate or inanimate object. One platform includes a diverging U-shaped cradle, with a firm but cushioning/shock-absorbing material on its top side for elevating the supported object and absorbing the concussion of the work being performed on the object. Preferably, the firm but cushioning material is a flexible strap slung across the cradle and spaced above the surface of the cradle at its center region. The preferred plastic base and continuous adjustability of the platform provide a quiet, substantially non-metallic, and non-intimidating stand that tends not to frighten horses or other animals.

Abstract: Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher where the improvements relate to a system where the owner of the extinguisher can service and maintain their fire protection. Systems in place today require the servicing of a third party. The service companies (third parties) are charged with maintaining the system. Further Improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that is articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. An external pressurized canister allows easier servicing or replacement of the pressurized canister as well as the ability to maintain the chamber in an un-pressurized condition, allowing non-HASMAT shipping. These features extend the service intervals while maintaining the fire extinguisher in a ready condition. The fire extinguisher is construction of components that are interchangeable and provide equal operation for left and right handed people.

Abstract: The invention refers to an extensible bar for tractors, comprised by a bar 1 and a sleeve 2 that slide over one another and are kept together by a pin 9 and including a locking system 3. The locking system is comprised by a latch 7 that prevents sliding movement between the sleeve 2 and the bar 1 when it is positioned within the housings of the bar and sleeve when they are aligned, by means of the actuation of a wire spring 6. The assembly is unlocked when the latch 7 is manually pulled out of the housings by means of a pull handle 8 directly attached to the latch. The locking system can be blocked to facilitate the detachment of the accessory, by turning the latch 7 about the wire spring 6, to prevent the latch 7 from engaging the housing. All these three functions: locking, unlocking and blocking of the system are performed by an assembly of only three parts 6, 7 and 8 of low production cost.

Abstract: An auger planter for forming small holes in the earth for the planting of flower bulbs, plant seedlings and plants, and for the insertion of termite monitors and baits. The auger includes a central shaft and a single helical flighting having its leading edge configured to have a sickle blade shape with a cutting edge. The opposite end of the flighting has a portion which is directed in an essentially vertical orientation proximating an alignment parallelling the axis of shaft. This upward bend of the end of the flighting portion facilitates keeping the dirt from being flung in a substantial wide pattern away from the hole. That is, it keeps the flung dirt relatively close to the perimeter of the bored hole.

Abstract: The needs described above are in large part addressed by the crimp hub for an anastomosis device, or tissue approximating device, of the present invention. The tissue approximating device generally includes the components of a plurality of tissue engaging tines, an actuator, a tine deflector, and a hub. The tissue engaging tines extends through the deflector and into the hub. To maintain the tines within the hub, the external circumference of the hub is crimped, preferably at least two times, to create a pull strength between the tines and hub of at least 4 lbs. The actuator is preferably an actuator wire and is secured to the external surface of the hub through the same crimping motion that secures the tines. The crimping of the actuator to the hub preferably creates a pull strength between the actuator and the hub of at least 8 lbs.

Abstract: This invention relates to a cultivation device intended for the cultivation of soil and pulled by a vehicle, the device comprising a frame (6) with a drawbar (4) attached to the frame, or which frame (6) is intended to be coupled to a drawbar (4); an attachment shaft (8) for mould-boards (10?, 10?), the shaft extending substantially in the direction of the longitudinal axis of the frame (6); and mould-boards (10?, 10?); and a drawbar (4) which is coupled or can be coupled substantially centrally to the frame (6) so that the angle, between the longitudinal axis of the frame (6,) being substantially transversal regarding the driving direction during cultivation and the drawbar (4) being substantially in parallel with the driving direction, is arranged to be adjustable.