Abstract: Methods and devices for transporting, cleaning or storing materials such as alternative fuels like shelled corn or wood pellets. Material is transferred to a first container through a transfer conduit as a result of negative pressure created by a vacuum. Small, lighter impurities such as corn dust, red-eyes, bees-wings and the like are removed from the material by the vacuum as the material enters the first container. The material then passes from the first container to a second container. The material is then transferred through the second container by way of a paddlewheel which is driven by a motor. As the material exits the second container it passes through a screen which prevents large, heavier impurities such as stones, husks and the like from passing. The cleaned material then enters either a storage container or a holding compartment where it can be stored or consumed as fuel.

Abstract: The invention discloses a modular air purification system comprising a basic purification unit having an inlet and an outlet wherein the basic purification unit comprises a motor, a fan actuated by the motor and a controller. The purification system further comprises at least one enhancing unit adapted to be electrically connected to the basic purification unit or to another enhancing unit in which a plurality of filters are provided. Air that passes through the purification system passes through said the filters. The purification system further comprises at least one voltage connection plugs adapted to electrically connect the basic purification system to the enhancing unit. The enhancing units are adapted to be connected to the basic purification unit in a fully modular manner.

Abstract: A pipe for adsorbing fuel evaporation gas in automobiles. An aluminum pipe portion is etched with acid or base so as to increase its surface area and improve its coating properties. The pipe is subjected to a thermal treatment to further improve its coating properties due to creation of an oxidation layer through such etching process, and then is coated at the surface thereof with zeolite slurry with improved adhesion, thereby effectively adsorbing the evaporation gas in terms of performance, endurance and layout.

Abstract: An antiallergen filter of the present invention is characterized in that a water-insoluble high-molecular weight anti-allergenic agent having a phenolic hydroxyl group and a moisture-absorbing material are carried on a filter. Because of using the water-insoluble high-molecular weight substance as an anti-allergenic agent, the antiallergen filter of the present invention is free from a problem that the anti-allergenic agent flows and drops or is detached from the filter due to moisture in the atmosphere, etc. even in a highly humid environment or the like. Further, since the moisture-absorbing material is carried on the filter, moisture that the anti-allergenic agent requires for adsorbing and capturing an allergen and inactivating its allergic activity can be effectively retained on the filter. Thus, the antiallergen filter of the present invention can effectively exert its anti-allergenic effect over a prolonged period of time.

Abstract: Pastas and other foods are cooked by being steeped in a small volume of water added to an insulated vessel provided with a removable cover and strainer. The preferred embodiment of the cooking vessel is an insulated cylinder of translucent plastic. The cylinder walls and base are insulated. An open top enables water and a food item to be introduced into the vessel's interior volume. A removable cover for the open top retains heat. A removable strainer for the open top allows water to be drained off. Food items cook in the vessel without additional heat being added to the water during the cooking process.

Abstract: A bar tool set assembly for producing mixed beverages. The assembly includes a platform module adapted for housing and transposing a bar tool set. The housing having a form factor and appearance of a replica of a partially disassembled consumer or industrial product, whereas individual bar tools resemble portions of the product. In one embodiment, the bar tool set assembly resembles a fire truck.

Abstract: A filter support (23) for supporting a filter pad or such like in a coffee maker. The filter support (23) comprises a disc with a discharge opening (31) at its centre. On one surface (32) of the filter support (23) there are a plurality of support projections (33). When a filter pad is placed on the filter support (23), the underside of the filter pad rests on the support projections (33) so that liquid (coffee) flows out of the bottom of the filter pad and over the surface (32). A sieve (34) is provided around the discharge opening (26). In this example, the sieve (34) comprises upstands (35) that are spaced apart to provide apertures (36). The apertures (36) are the same width or narrower than the discharge opening (31) so that they allow liquid (coffee) to pass from the surface (32) to the discharge opening (31), but prevent particles, such as stray coffee grounds, reaching and blocking the discharge opening (31).

Abstract: An infuser assembly adapted for preparation of an infused beverage in a container with a narrow opening. The infuser assembly includes an infuser having a membrane and an ingredient encapsulated therein. The ingredient is suitable for infusion of a substance into a liquid, and the infuser has an elongate shape such that the infuser can move through the opening of the container.

Abstract: A non-electric drip style coffee maker including a pot member having each of a handle member and a pouring spout. A basket like member for holding a filter having ground coffee disposed therein. Such basket like member includes at least one aperture formed through a bottom surface thereof for allowing freshly brewed coffee to pass therethrough and into such pot member. A generally hollow hot water reservoir having apertures formed through a bottom surface thereof and a predetermined diameter opening adjacent a top thereof is provided. There is a lid member having a predetermined size which will enable such lid member to cover both the opening in such hot water reservoir and the opening in such pot member. The lid member includes a grip member connected to an outer surface thereof for ease of placing and removing such lid.

Abstract: A powered baster for the acceptance, containment and distribution of basting fluid. The powered baster is characterized as having a housing, a plunger for longitudinal movement within the housing and a motor for controlling movement of the plunger. The motor is controlled externally of the housing with switching means for turning the motor on and off and for controlling movement of the plunger to travel longitudinally away from and towards the motor.

Abstract: A mold form fryer utilizing a top conveyor that transports snack pieces through a constant velocity oil stream without the need for a bottom mating mold or conveyor. Herein, the form fryer is provided with a top conveyor disposed above a fryer oil pan positioned longitudinally through the fryer. Uncooked snack pieces are provided to the fryer oil pan by a bottom entrance conveyor. Snack pieces, once in oil within the fryer, meet with a top conveyor having convex molding surfaces with product-centering elements. At the exit portion of the fryer, a bottom exit conveyor receives the cooked snack pieces from the top conveyor. As no continuous bottom conveyor is utilized, the fryer oil pan may be provided with a reduced volume segment situated between the bottom entrance and exit conveyors.

Abstract: A printing plate, a method of manufacturing the printing plate, a roll printing apparatus including the printing plate, and a method of manufacturing a display device using the roll printing apparatus are provided. The roll printing apparatus includes a printing plate including an array of a plurality of grooves arranged equally spaced in a first direction, having substantially the same depth as a cell gap of a display panel including two opposing substrates, and extending in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction such that a distance between each of the plurality of grooves is greater at an end line than at a start line, and a transfer roller including a transfer sheet for transferring ink that is filled in the plurality of grooves to one of the substrates.

Abstract: A device for determining the wear of ink fountain films in an ink fountain has at least one ink metering element and a ductor in a printing press. The ink metering element can be moved in the direction of the doctor. A closed position of the ink metering element with an ink fountain film inserted can be determined, and that deviations from the closed position determined are registered by a sensor and the deviations registered can be supplied to a computer as a basis for determining the wear of the ink fountain film.

Abstract: A method for preventing disturbances during the start up or operation of a printing press includes the steps of (a) detecting current measurement values for selected parameters of the printing press automatically and continuously during at least one of production start up and operation; (b) automatically comparing the current measurement values with at least one defined limit value for each parameter for the purpose of determining whether the measurement value exceeds and/or falls below a defined limit value and/or lies outside a value range defined by limit values; (c) for each current measurement value, automatically generating an alarm message and/or an operational status message based on the determination; and (d) automatically transmitting the alarm message and/or the operational status message to service devices of the printing press operator and/or the manufacturer of the printing press and/or and the supplier of the operator or manufacturer.

Abstract: The invention relates to a firing safety device for a pyrotechnic device which incorporates a barrier blocking a transmission channel connecting an igniter and a pyrotechnic charge wherein the barrier comprises at least two elements able to move with respect to one another by the action of motor means between a safety position in which they cooperate to block the transmission channel and an armed position in which they free at least partially one part of the transmission channel, each barrier element alone being unable to block the channel.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are provided for preventing de-bonding of insulation from a propellant container surface. When assembled to a propellant container, the container includes a substrate having an outer surface, a base material having an overall rough outer surface relative to the outer surface of the substrate, and an adhesive material adhering the base material to the substrate. Alternately, the base material may be welded to the outer surface of the substrate.

Abstract: A self-supporting air tube for blasting and method of blasting rock using the air tube. The air tube includes an air bladder, a pair of support wings and an inlet The air bladder has a diameter smaller than that of a blasting hole and extends longitudinally. The support wings extend from the outside of the air bladder symmetrically with respect to the longitudinal axis of the air bladder so as to surround the air bladder and have certain widths. The inlet is attached to the upper fusion-welded portion of the air bladder to inject air into the air bladder. The total diameter of the air tube is smaller than the diameter of the blasting hole, and the air tube is inserted into the blasting hole and self-supported on a wall of the blasting hole.

Abstract: A projectile according exemplary embodiments generally includes a body. The body has a generally cylindrical proximal portion and an ogival distal portion terminating at a distal rim. The ogival distal portion includes a distal-facing aperture extending inwardly from the distal rim into the body. The projectile also includes a nose element. The nose element has a proximal section extending at least partially into the distal-facing aperture, and an ogival distal section external to the distal-facing aperture. At least a portion of the nose element is at least partially light transmissive through which at least some ambient light is transmissible and visually perceptible to an observer.

Abstract: A projectile according to exemplary embodiments generally includes a jacket with nose, middle, and heel portions. The nose portion includes a forward cavity. The heel portion includes a rearward cavity having sidewalls. A dense core is within the rearward cavity and bonded to the sidewalls. Upon upset of the projectile, the portion of the jacket forming the forward cavity peels generally back toward the heel portion thereby forming petals, and the sidewalls and the dense core axially compress and radially expand to define a bulge portion, with the jacket material substantially covering the dense core material thereby inhibiting exposure of the dense core material to the upset media.

Abstract: A powder-based core having an outboard end, for a gun ammunition projectile, comprising a compressed quantity of a first powdered metal having a first melting point and a first density, and a second powdered metal having a melting point lower than the melting point of said first metal and a second density which is less than the density of said first metal, and a quantity of said second metal in solid form integrally formed with said outboard end of said core. A projectile formed from the core is disclosed.

Abstract: A module transportation system where modules are transported from a movable carrier frame to a carriage such as a flatbed portion of a train while in motion. The system comprises a support structure and a carrier frame adapted to be attached thereto. The carrier frame can transfer modules to and from the moving train.

Abstract: The present invention presents a novel system and method of damping rolling, pitching, or yawing motions, or longitudinal oscillations superposed on their normal forward or backward velocity of a moving levitated system.

Abstract: The invention concerns a train (ZUV) with at least two intercoupled railway vehicles (WA1, WA2), between which a junction (UEB) is provided that has at least two interconnectable bellows (WB1, WB2), each comprising a number of bellows frames (BR1, BR2, BR3,BR4). Said junction (UEB) also has junction metal sheets (UB1, UB2, UB3, UB4) and a support (ABS), which is provided for these junction metal sheets (UB1, UB2, UB3, UB4) and which can be displaced on a friction plate (GLP) mounted between the railway vehicles (WA1, WA2) via a coupling device (KUP). At least one anti-climbing protective device (AC1, AC2) is provided on each of the intercoupled end areas of the railway vehicles (WA1, WA2), and the anti-climbing protective devices (AC1, AC2) each essentially span the entire width of the vehicle.

Abstract: Provided is a method for coloring and, optionally, preserving wood and wood products. The method comprises application of pigment dispersions, and optionally biocide dispersions, to wood such that the wood is impregnated. A composition for coloring and, optionally, preserving wood is disclosed, comprising dispersions of micronized pigment and, optionally, micronized biocide.

Abstract: A non-aqueous ink composition for an ink jet is disclosed which includes a pigment, a dispersant and a non-aqueous solvent. The non-aqueous solvent contains at least 70% by weight of a vegetable oil.

Abstract: Disclosed is a phase change carbon black ink composition comprising 1) a low polarity ink carrier comprising (A) a low polarity wax, optionally (B) an ester-terminated polyamide, (2) a dispersant, and (3) a carbon black colorant. The ink can be resistant to substantial aggregation and settling of the carbon black colorant in the melt and up to about the jetting temperature of the ink even when exposed to freeze thaw cycles.

Abstract: An endodontic post comprising a dental filling material, wherein the filling material comprises a thermoplastic polymer. The thermoplastic polymer may be biodegradable. A bioactive substance may also be included in the filling material. The thermoplastic polymer acts as a matrix for the bioactive substance. The composition may include other polymeric resins, fillers, plasticizers and other additives typically used in dental materials. The filling material is used for the filing of root canals.

Abstract: The invention provides an oil type release agent die casting containing 70 to 98 parts by weight of a solvent having a specified flash point, 1 to 10 parts by weight of mineral oils and/or synthetic oils having a high viscosity, 15 parts by weight or less of a silicone oil, and 1 to 5 parts by weight of additives having a lubricating function, wherein the flash point of the agent is in the range of 70 to 170° C., and dynamic viscosity of the agent is 2 to 30 mm2/s or higher at 40° C., and a method for setting a mixing ratio of the solvent, a casting method, and a spraying unit for the case of using the release agent.

Abstract: There is disclosed is a method comprising surface-processing a Sn based, Sn alloy based or Sn—Zn alloy based solder particle (1), applied as a coating, such as by electrical plating or melt plating, to the surface of a metal material, such as iron, a steel plate or copper, with a phosphate and a silicium containing compound, to form a protective film (2). There are also disclosed a solder material (6) in which a protective film (2) formed of a phosphate and a silicium containing compound is formed on the surface of the Sn—Zn based solder particle (1), and a solder paste formed of this solder material (6) and the flux.

Abstract: Disclosed are high permittivity (dielectric constant), thin film CSD barium titanate based dielectric compositions that have titanium partially substituted by zirconium, tin or hafnium. The compositions show capacitance as a function of temperature that better satisfies the X7R requirements.

Abstract: The present invention relates to nano sized sulfide compounds of cerium and a process for the preparation thereof. More particularly, the present invention provides novel nano sized particles of cerium sulfide as well as a novel process for the preparation of nano sized sulfide compounds of cerium by the bioreduction of cerium sulfate or cerium acetate, without resorting to chemical methods. A bioprocess is disclosed to treat trivalent Cerium salt with sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) under controlled conditions to obtain a biomass, which is subjected to staggered heating up to a temperature of 600-1500° C. The sulfide of Cerium is finally separated for application in pigment industry.

Abstract: The invention relates to aqueous pigment preparations containing: (A) at least one organic and/or inorganic pigment, (B) at least one polyethylene glycol alkyl ether functionalised by a terminal acid group, (C) at least one alkoxylated styrol-phenol condensate, (D) at least one polyethylene glycol ether having an average molar mass of between 200 and 1000 g/mol, (E) at least one alkine diol, (F) fats and oils of plant and/or animal origin and/or saturated and unsaturated higher fatty acids of such fats and oils and/or salts of such saturated and unsaturated higher fatty acids, (G) optionally an aqueous acrylate resin solution, (H) optionally a polymer condensation product of aromatic sulfonic acids and formaldehyde and/or salts of aromatic sulfonic acids and formaldehyde, (I) optionally one sulfonsuccinic acid half-ester of a castor oil alkoxylate, (J) optionally a hydrotropic substance, (K) optionally other standard additives for aqueous pigment preparations, and (L) water.

Abstract: A multi-function composition for incorporation into settable composite materials is provided. The composition is formulated as an additive to modify the density of the composite material and increase the rate of hardening or strength development of the material. The composition of the additive generally includes an alkaline activation compound such as sodium silicate and a modified low density siliceous material having at least one region morphologically altered by a chemical, such as a partially digested region. The additive can be in slurry form, in powder form, or in an agglomerated particle form. The additive can be produced using a two-stage process in which a siliceous material is reduced in particle size, combined with an alkali compound in a solution and then digested in an atmospheric or pressurized vessel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an environmental protection material comprising 50-70% wood fiber, 45-25% curing agent and 3-10% waterproof additive. The present invention effectively reuses the wood wastes to protect the environment. A brick made of the present material is also disclosed.

Abstract: A package handling system for handling and transporting a load comprises two spaced apart skid runners molded from an expandable polystyrene or other polyolefin expanded bead, and a high impact polystyrene film. Each runner has a first surface designed to contact a load supporting surface and second surface contoured to accommodate a specific load, and a polystyrene skid applied coextensive with the first side. Optionally, the length of the first side has a plurality of grooves. The system can be used in combination with corner post supports and/or one or more top pieces. A method of packaging a load is also disclosed.

Abstract: A pallet assembly is composed of multiple pallet pieces and multiple wedging elements. Each pallet piece has four corners with four individual legs and multiples engaging holes defined on sides of the pallet piece. Each leg is rectangular in transversal cross-section and selectively has a mortise or a tenon to detachably and engages with other corresponding leg on an adjacent stacked pallet piece in the pallet assembly. Moreover, each wedging element is clamped between two adjacent juxtaposed pallet pieces to widen the pallet assembly. Thereby, the pallet assembly is versatile in changing sizes, easy to be assembled and disassembled, stable in use and convenient in storage.

Abstract: A portable, detachable desk or table extension is disclosed for use by a person in a wheelchair that may be vertically and angularly adjusted to an optimum height and position for use. The extension has a portable work surface or platform that extends out, away from, and above the surface of the desk or table to which it is attached, so that a user in a wheel chair may pull up to and under it and not be blocked or hindered by the table or desk underneath. The elevation as well as the angle of tilt of the platform may be adjusted for optimum positioning so that the user in a wheelchair may pull up close to and under it. The extension clamps to the table via a pair of vertical supports that collapse down onto the platform for storage.

Abstract: The invention relates to a carbonization plant and carbonization process that is able to suppress bridges of carbonized products from being generated in a rotary furnace body while the carbonized product is suppressed from adhering, and by which the carbonized product is efficiently produced with a uniform and good quality. The carbonization plant comprises a heating furnace 2, a rotary furnace body 4 freely rotatably supported in the heating furnace, a rotary drive means 5 for rotating the rotary furnace body, a scratch-up means (scratch-up member 6) provided at an inner face side of the rotary furnace body for scratching up a charged material (waste tire chips and/or their carbonized chips) in the rotary furnace body by rotation of the rotary furnace body, and a vibration means (chane-like members 7a, 7b) for vibrating the rotary furnace body.

Abstract: The burning of fuel (e.g., coal) generates an exhaust flow containing particles. The flow is passed through a pulsed combustion agglomerator. The agglomerator is cyclically operated by introducing a fuel and oxidizer charge to at least one conduit, initiating combustion of the charge. The combustion generates a shock wave to which the flow is exposed causing partial agglomeration of the particles. The flow is passed through a particle removal system and exhausted.

Abstract: Embodiments of an apparatus and method for planting plants are disclosed. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises a vehicle, such as a tractor, and a planting apparatus that is movable across the ground by the vehicle. The vehicle desirably has a guiding system for automatically guiding the vehicle to follow a predetermined planting path as the vehicle moves across the ground. The guiding system can comprise, for example, a global positioning system for determining the instantaneous positions of the vehicle and an automatic steering system for steering the vehicle based on positioning information from global positioning. As the vehicle moves the planting apparatus along the planting path, the planting apparatus plants a row of plants, such as trees or other agricultural products, at spaced apart locations along the planting path.

Abstract: An apparatus that cleanly severs and clears crop debris from a planting row or closes a furrow while causing minimal disturbance to the soil. The residue coulter apparatus comprises a pair of flat discs each having a plurality of back swept teeth extending about their periphery. The teeth include a beveled cutting edge on the outer edge of the teeth adapted to sever residue from the field or close a furrow. The discs are oriented substantially vertical to the ground. Two discs are used in combination to clear a pathway for planting seed or for closing a furrow.

Abstract: A carpet edge finishing machine having enhanced power through the use of an elongated feed dog is disclosed. As a result, the machine can be used for the most demanding of carpet edge finishing applications and also has sufficient power to pull itself along the edge of the carpet without assistance from the machine operator. In the disclosed embodiment, a serger includes a frame having a planar table over which the carpet moves. A powered roller is located above the planar table and presses downwardly on the carpet edge to forcefully move the carpet. A presser foot is located above the carpet and presses downwardly on the carpet and is located in close proximity to the powered roller. A movable feed dog engages the lower surface of the carpet edge in a reciprocating motion to assist in pulling the carpet. The feed dog is elongated and underlies both the powered roller and the presser foot to sandwich the carpet there between.

Abstract: A frameless inflatable pontoon boat in which the pontoons and connecting section have a generally flat top and a generally flat bottom. Sufficient rigidity is achieved in the connecting section and the pontoon by the use of internal thread connections between the top surface and the bottom surface. The internal thread connections confine the inflated shape of the pontoons and connecting section to a flat shape.

Abstract: A method of forming a positive-buoyancy watercraft as a seamless, one-piece hollow body with a cockpit including a seat and a recess for a user's legs is disclosed and claimed. Watercraft and other structures formed by the method are also described and claimed.

Abstract: An alarm Abstract is provided for a bathtub and includes a method for attaching to a wall of the bathtub, one being a suction cup. A float assembly is supported by the alarm housing to engage the alarm system. To use the alarm apparatus of the invention in a bathtub, one of the three attachment methods is used to secure the housing to the wall of the bathtub. The float is adjusted to the desired height. Water is added to the bathtub, which turns a waterwheel, and when the water level lifts the float assembly a sufficient amount, the alarm system is activated and sounds a warning alarm. The alarm system includes a waterwheel that's is spinning, a thin flat plastic bar that is attached to the float. The float raises the thin plastic bar into the waterwheel thus making a loud clicking sound.

Abstract: The method for manufacturing a single crystal semiconductor achieves an object to reduce the impurity concentration nonuniformity within a semiconductor wafer plane and thus to improve the wafer planarity by introducing an impurity into the single crystal semiconductor more uniformly during the pulling of the single crystal semiconductor from a melt. In the course of pulling the single crystal semiconductor (6), the rotating velocity (?2) of the single crystal semiconductor (6) being pulled is adjusted to a predetermined value or higher, and a magnetic field having a strength in a predetermined range is applied to the melt (5). Particularly, the crystal peripheral velocity is adjusted to 0.126 m/sec or higher, and M/V1/3 is adjusted to 35.5?M/V1/3?61.3. More desirably, the crystal peripheral velocity is adjusted to 0.141 m/sec or higher, and M/V1/3 is adjusted to 40.3?M/V1/3?56.4.

Abstract: A method for growing an epitaxial layer includes obtaining a semiconductor substrate having a plurality of insulating and conductive surfaces, adsorbing a first source gas into the plurality of conductive surfaces to grow a first epitaxial layer thereon, such that the first epitaxial layer has lateral portions overhanging the insulating surfaces, etching the first epitaxial layer to form an etched epitaxial layer, such that the etched epitaxial layer has curved surfaces, and supplying a second source gas to trigger additional epitaxial growth in the etched epitaxial layer.

Abstract: Fabrication of doped AlN crystals and/or AlGaN epitaxial layers with high conductivity and mobility is accomplished by, for example, forming mixed crystals including a plurality of impurity species and electrically activating at least a portion of the crystal.

Abstract: For the first time, an aluminum antimonide (AlSb) single crystal substrate is utilized to lattice-match to overlying semiconductor layers. The AlSb substrate establishes a new design and fabrication approach to construct high-speed, low-power electronic devices while establishing inter-device isolation. Such lattice matching between the substrate and overlying semiconductor layers minimizes the formation of defects, such as threaded dislocations, which can decrease the production yield and operational life-time of 6.1-? family heterostructure devices.

Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide a compact and inexpensive single-crystal growth apparatus. The single-crystal growth apparatus of the present invention which comprises spheroid mirrors 11, 12, heat sources 13, 14 located at the one foci F1, F2 of the spheroid mirrors 11, 12, a quartz tube 16 enclosing a heating zone 15 of the common focus F0 on the other side, and, in the quartz tube 16, a feed rod 18 supported by an upper crystal drive shaft 17 and a seed crystal rod 20 supported by a lower crystal drive shaft 19. The interfocal distance between the foci F1, F2 and the foci F0 is made 41.4-67.0 mm and the minor axis/major axis ratio of the spheroid mirrors is set to 0.90-0.95.