Abstract: A medication dispenser provides automation to the steps of locating and acquiring unit-based doses of certain medications to be administered to a patient. The dispenser includes a frame and one or more cartridges that may be mounted onto the frame. A set of slots sized for holding unit-based doses of medication extend through a body portion of the cartridge. A movement device is also positioned relative to the frame and is configured to induce movement of selected unit-based medication doses out of associated slots in the cartridge, so that the dispensed doses may be retrieved.

Abstract: A method, apparatus and system for preventing unauthorized equipment usage that involves providing equipment, such as beverage making equipment, to a customer. Authorized product is provided to the customer in packaging that has a technological measure attached. The equipment includes a technological measure reader to read information from the technological measure to set the equipment to perform an authorized number of food or beverage making cycles. An authorization deactivator may also be provided in association with the equipment to erase, decrement, or otherwise prevent the technological measure from being reused.

Abstract: In a gas cartridge, inside of a metal made outer can 1 is arranged with a metal made inner bag 2 charged with a liquefied fuel gas G1. A space between the outer can 1 and the inner bag 2 is charged with a compression gas G2 for pressing to crush the inner bag 2 in accordance with consumption of the gas G1. The inner bag is integrally formed with deformation introducing portions P1 through P7 for introducing a deformation produced at the inner bag when a press force of the compression gas G2 is received in accordance with consumption of the liquefied fuel gas G1.

Abstract: A removable and replaceable dispensing head for a fluid dispenser system adapted to deliver the fluid to a user includes a hollow shank extending on an axis. A shank hub is attached to the hollow shank, and an aperture aligned with the hollow portion of the shank extends through the shank hub. A first fixed body is removably attached to the shank hub, the first fixed body and shank hub each having corresponding first attachment means arrayed in a predetermined pattern. A fluid conveyance path is provided through the hollow shank, first fixed body and shank hub. A second fixed body is provided having a second attachment means arrayed in the same predetermined pattern, the second attachment means corresponding to the first attachment means in the shank hub enabling removable attachment of the second fixed body to the shank hub upon removal of the first fixed body from the shank hub.

Abstract: A shutoff device designed for the capping of semi-rigid packages composed of non-vitreous, non-metallic flexible sheet material, such as those cartons containing sterilized food products, for example, fruit juices and milk. The reusable shutoff device includes a base connected integrally with the package by the supporting surface, and the tooth cutting member, the sleeve connected with the base by the threaded joint, and the cap connected with the sleeve by the splined joint. Between the supporting surface and the cylindrical part of the base the flexible bridge is made, and the sleeve has the pusher, which is acting on the weakened element arranged at the bottom of the cap. The shutoff device improves the visual demonstrativeness of the indication of the initial unsealing of the package and makes the package easy to use.

Abstract: A single or dual compartment dispenser comprises a tubular body and capped openings on the opposite ends of the tube. The tubular body could be continuous, and hold a singular content, which can be extruded from either end, or it can be divided into separate compartments, e.g., connected at the middle of the tube by a crimp. The caps to each end can be of various types, e.g., twist type, hinge or flip type, or other common designs. The product dispensed from each opening may be the same or of alternate variety, and may include any personal or household products, e.g., products for facial, oral, skin, or hair care, lubricants, glues, sealants, paints, food, condiments and/or and other household or professional products. The products in a particular tube may be similar, but have different flavors, aroma or strength, such as products for adult or child, male or female, and whitening or sensitive teeth.

Abstract: A squeezing device for removing contents from a soft tube includes a squeezable body with an open top and a close bottom so that the soft tube is received in the squeezable body. A cover has a mounting portion and a passage is defined through the mounting portion. The mounting portion is connected to the open top of the squeezable body and an opening of the soft tube is engaged with the passage. By squeezing the squeezable body, the soft tube in the squeezable body is squeezed and the contents in the soft tube are squeezed out from the passage. A cap is pivotably connected to the cover so as to pivotably seal the passage when not in use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a child-proof closure for a container containing a dangerous substance comprising a body adapted to be fitted over a container with a top portion and a continuous side wall depending downwardly from the top portion. The closure comprises a series of interlocking elements on the top portion and the side wall that move in a predetermined sequence to facilitate access to the substance. The interlocking elements are slides adapted to slide within corresponding grooves. The closure further comprises a membrane underneath the top portion comprising an opening provided for limited distribution of the substance. The opening is accessible only after the interlocking elements are in the open position. The closure comprises two vertical slides that interlock opposite sides of a horizontal slide. The horizontal slide moves left and right and the vertical slides move down.

Abstract: A container for the transport or storage of a bulk granular product is of generally cylindrical shape. Within the container is located a substantially conical exit hopper (13, 15, 17) and means (21) to convey the granular product from the exit hopper to the exterior of the container.

Abstract: A metering and dispensing closure for a container wherein two rotatable disks rotate in conjunction with a stationary cap member to afford accurate measuring of a powder material and dispensing of it. The disks and the container cap afford a consistent measuring of the powder material, as well as provide a variety of drive members which can be utilized with the dispensing closure.

Abstract: An applicator for combining and applying components of a multi-part curable system includes a proportioning valve having a body with a plurality of separate internal passageways, each communicating with a separate inlet recess and a separate outlet opening maintaining each component in separate condition in the valve. Each inlet recess is adapted to be connected to a source of one component of a multi-part curable system and the discharge openings discharge the two components separately from a common nose into an attached static mixing applicator nozzle.

Abstract: A concurrent use water cooler capable of simultaneously dispensing a single fluid to two or more users is presented. The invention includes a container having a single reservoir therein, a lid contacting and removable from the container, at least two spigots disposed about and attached to the container, a vent hole, and a plug to close the vent hole. Spigots communicate with the single reservoir and enable the gravity-fed dispensing of a single fluid. At least one spigot has a threaded spout allowing attachment of a fluid supply line. The threaded spigot is biased to resist the static pressure associated with fluid within the supply line so as to remain closed unless actuated by the user. An optional stand contacts and supports the water cooler. One or more cup dispensers may be attached to the container or stand. The present invention has immediate applicability to sports teams, military units, construction crews, and the like, where two or more persons consume a potable liquid.

Abstract: The present invention is a device that permits the extension tube of a spray nozzle to be retracted by coiling.

Abstract: A dispensing tip for a liquid dispenser includes a hub having a proximal end, a distal end and a first passageway therethrough, and an elongate tube having a proximal end, a distal end and a second passageway therethrough. The proximal end of the tube is coupled to the distal end of the hub such that the first and the second passageways are in fluid communication. A chamfered portion is formed adjacent the distal end of the tube wherein the tube wall thickness at the dispensing orifice is less than the tube wall thickness upstream of the dispensing orifice. The tube may have a maximum outer diameter of approximately 0.009 inch or less. The tube may also have a minimum wall thickness less than 0.0005 inch. A method for making the dispensing tip includes applying a chemical etchant to a tube to form the chamfered portion.

Abstract: A digital flow control assembly for controlling the volumetric flow rate of fluids includes a fluid flow conduit, a plurality of serially-arranged flow nodes positioned along a length of the fluid flow conduit, and a device for generating a signal. The device for generating a signal is used to adjust one or more of the plurality of serially-arranged flow nodes to maintain a desired volumetric flow rate of fluid in the fluid flow conduit. A method for controlling the volumetric flow rate of fluids includes providing a fluid flow conduit, providing a plurality of serially-arranged flow nodes positioned along a length of the fluid flow conduit, and providing a feedback signal to adjust one or more of the plurality of serially-arranged flow nodes to maintain a desired volumetric flow rate of fluid in the fluid flow conduit.

Abstract: A hanger arrangement in accordance with an embodiment of the present application includes a hanger including a hanger body, a hook member and a peripheral rib extending outward from the hanger body and the hook member and an indicator device removably attached on a side of the hanger body at a point where the hanger body and the hook member join, the indicator device including locating means associated with the indicator device operable to attach the indicator device to the peripheral rib of the hanger such that the indicator device is secured at the point where the hanger body and the hook member join. The locating means may include at least one abutment member extending partially into the groove and structured to fit against the hanger body, a stub structured to clip over the peripheral rib of the hanger.

Abstract: This invention is a jewelry clasp fastening device with a magnifying lens on a foldable handle. What is new, unique, and useful about this invention is that people with poor close vision can now have a tool with built in magnification to help them open and fasten jewelry clasps, especially those of the latch type with operating levers. It will also make this job easier for all jewelry wearers to operate all types of jewelry clasps. The tool also functions as a pocket-sized, portable hands-free magnifier that can be easily clipped to common household surfaces.

Abstract: A shoe horn shaped handle has a series of telescoping sleeves which telescope within the handle for storage and extend out for use. A mating shoe horn shaped pivotable head attaches to an outer end of the outer most sleeve. The pivotable head pivots over, locks, and nests with the handle in a pocket storage configuration. The pivotable head pivots open for use as a long handled shoe horn. A variety of different pivotable heads may be attached as individual replacement heads.

Abstract: An apparatus for use with a pet. The apparatus comprises a backpack having a predetermined size and made of a predetermined material designed to fit on a dog's back. There is a waterproof container member made of a predetermined material and disposed within the backpack for storing water. A first means is disposed on the waterproof container for filling the container and a hose member is connected to the container member for dispensing such one of water and ice water whenever it is needed. A harness means is engageable with the backpack for securing the backpack to a dog's torso.

Abstract: A bottle tote is provided. The tote has a front panel defining a right side, a left side, a bottom, and a top terminal edge; a rear panel defining a right side, a left side, a bottom, and a top terminal edge, the top terminal edge defining a strap, the front and rear panels defining an opening therebetween; a connector disposed on said strap for attaching said strap to said front panel, the strap securing said bottle in said tote, and a grip disposed on said rear panel.

Abstract: A backrest and backpack apparatus for hunters including a rectangular base portion having a front side, a rear side and a peripheral edge; a plurality of straps to facilitate attaching the backrest and backpack apparatus to a hunter and to a tree; side portions attached to the rectangular base portion, the side portions having a plurality of pockets formed thereon to allow the hunter to carry items necessary for hunting; and a seat cushion which is removably attached to the apparatus.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a fastening buckle intended for fastening safety straps, especially webbing of mountaineering and climbing harnesses and/or harnesses for securing persons working in height. The buckle comprises an upper frame (1) and a lower frame (2). One of the lateral sides (5) of the upper frame (1) is interrupted by a gap (6) having greater width than the thickness of the fastened strap (3). For preventing the possibility of cutting the fastened strap (3) in the transversal slot (14) between lower frame (2) and upper frame (1) at dynamic load, it is useful to bend the second long side (10) of the lower frame (2) at a sharp angle (a) with respect to the plane of the first long side (8) of the lower frame (2).

Abstract: A holder for fitting around a user's finger and holding an implement thereto, the holder comprising a band at least a portion of which is elastic, the band having a first portion (11) and a second portion (13), wherein the first and second portions are of substantially the same width or wherein one of said first and second portions is narrower in width and the other is broader in width, and a least one reinforcing member (12).

Abstract: An improved hitch assembly is described for mounting accessories while simultaneously towing a trailer. Examples of accessories include a fishing rod holder, a bicycle rack, a bridge, platform, and so on. The invention also includes a retrofit device for mounting accessories on existing hitches and an adapter device for mounting accessories on vehicles with wide bumpers.

Abstract: An apparatus for providing additional storage for use with a motorcycle. The apparatus comprises a base member having a predetermined shape and formed of a predetermined material. A plurality of upright sections are engageable on a first end with the base member. A top member is engageable with an upper surface of a second end of the plurality of upright sections and a connecting unit that is engageable with the base member is designed for securing the apparatus to a hitch of a motorcycle.

Abstract: A hand-held setting tool for driving fastening elements in a workpiece includes a muzzle member (20) axially displaceable relative to the tool housing (11) in a direction of an operational axis (A) of the setting tool (10), a feeding channel (28) for a fastening element strip (50) and arranged in the muzzle member (20) and opening into a fastening element the receiving chamber (29) provided in the muzzle member (20), and a locking member (40) arranged on the muzzle member (20) and forming a locking section (42) displaceable into the feeding channel (28), and a blocking section (41) for preventing displacement of the muzzle member relative to the housing.

Abstract: A pliers type stapler includes a case assembly, a magazine, a trigger mechanism, and a push mechanism. The case assembly includes a first handle, a metallic plate, a striking plate, and a second handle. The trigger mechanism includes a pivot member, and a torsion spring. Thus, the striking plate is lowered from its uppermost position to staple the article to be stapled instantaneously so that the striking plate has greater impact stroke and strength to staple the article efficiently without incurring deflection, thereby enhancing the stapling effect and quality of the stapler. In addition, the stapler is operated like pliers, so that the user can operate the stapler conveniently, thereby saving the manual work.

Abstract: A pliers type stapler includes a case assembly, a magazine, a seat board, a striking plate, a trigger mechanism, and a push mechanism. Thus, the striking plate is lowered from its uppermost position to strike the staple to staple the article to be stapled instantaneously so that the striking plate has greater impact stroke and strength so as to staple the article efficiently without incurring deflection, thereby enhancing the stapling effect and quality of the stapler. In addition, the stapler is operated like pliers, so that the user can operate the stapler conveniently, thereby saving the manual work.

Abstract: The invention provides a heat treated, one-piece bit for driving an elongated fastener. The bit comprises a barrel having a bore extending inward from an end wall of the barrel. The bore defines an internal receiver that receives an extent of the fastener. A shank extends from the barrel and has a collar that ensures proper positioning of the bit when inserted in a pneumatic tool. A conical transition segment is positioned between the barrel and the shank. The bit can include a first receiver that receives a first sized fastener and a second receiver that engages a second sized fastener to provide the bit with greater utility. The first receiver extends inward from an end wall of the bit, and the second receiver extends deeper into the bit from the first receiver.

Abstract: A medical device includes a control handle, an end effector, and a passive articulating joint connecting the end effector to the handle. The handle has a stapling actuator, an articulation joint actuator different from the stapling actuator, and a body through which the stapling and articulation joint actuators traverse. The end effector has an anvil, a stapler cartridge with staples, and an anvil-cartridge control device connected thereto and to the stapling actuator and staples when the stapling actuator is actuated. The stapling actuator passes through the articulating joint and flexes correspondingly to articulation of the articulating joint. The articulation joint actuator, when unactuated, holds the articulation joint and, thereby, the end effector, in a substantially fixed articulation position, and, when actuated, releases the articulation joint into its freely articulating state to permit free articulation of the end effector dependent upon external forces acting upon the end effector.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides for a loading unit for use with and/or supportable on a distal end of a surgical stapling apparatus. The loading unit includes a housing portion including a distal end and a proximal end, a drive assembly slidably supported within the housing portion of the loading unit, and a locking mechanism pivotally supported on the housing portion of the loading unit, the locking mechanism having a first position wherein the locking mechanism engages a portion of the drive assembly and maintains the position, preferably the axial position, of the drive assembly relative to the housing portion of the loading unit, and the locking mechanism having a second position wherein the locking mechanism disengages the drive assembly and enables the drive assembly to move relative to the housing portion.

Abstract: A dissecting tip is provided for use with a surgical stapler or instrument. In one embodiment, the dissecting tip is secured to the end effector of the surgical instrument, e.g., to the cartridge assembly. The dissecting tip extends distally from the end effector and is configured to dissect or separate target tissue from certain tissue, e.g., adherent, connective, joined or other tissue.

Abstract: A surgical fastening apparatus includes a handle, an elongated member extending distally from the handle and a fastener applier and anvil head disposed at the distal end of the elongated member. The elongated member defines a distal offset end portion upon which the fastener applier and the anvil head are mounted. The offset end portion is angularly oriented with respect to the axis of the instrument at a predetermined fixed angle (e.g., either 45°, 60° and 75° relative to the axis of the instrument) thereby positioning the fastener applier and the anvil head at the fixed angle. This feature facilitates positioning of the tissue with respect to the instrument and enhances visual access to the tissue when appropriately disposed within the fastener applier and the anvil head. Various mechanisms for effectuating the clamping of the tissue between the fastener holder and anvil, and the firing of the instrument are disclosed.

Abstract: A component mounting apparatus includes a component feeder that feeds a component with its bump electrodes facing down, a mounting head that mounts the component onto a substrate, a supporting base that secures the substrate, and a positioning device that aligns the component with the substrate. The mounting head includes an ultrasonic vibration generator, an ultrasonic vibration propagation member that conveys the ultrasonic vibration provided by the ultrasonic vibration generator to a working face holding the component as vibration parallel thereto, a pressure loader that applies a pressure load to the working face from a position immediately thereabove in the direction perpendicular thereto, and a heater that heats the vicinity of the working face. Thereby, ultrasonic bonding is carried out with high reliability even if the component has a number of bump electrodes on its face.

Abstract: Compositions for stainless steel weld overlays having enhanced wear resistance are provided by incorporating second phase Titanium Carbide (TiC) and/or Niobium Carbide (NbC) into matrices of various types of stainless steel such as 316L and 420. Preferably, TiC and NbC precipitates are formed in-situ during the weld overlay process while minimizing the amount of Carbon (C) going into solid solution in the matrix of the weld overlay.

Abstract: The present invention (FIG. 1) relates to a new formula-controlled method of joining by brazing a connecting piece with a workpiece where the temperature is controlled during all phases of the process before, during and after the brazing temperature phase so that adverse structural changes of the work material (martensite formation) after brazing are eliminated while also minimising energy consumption and process insecurity. Furthermore, a device for the execution of the method.

Abstract: A semiconductor device (10) includes a heat source (12), a heat-dissipating component (13) for dissipating heat generated by the heat source, and a thermal interface material (14) filled in spaces formed between the heat source and the heat-dissipating component. The thermal interface material includes 30% to 60% by weight of bismuth, up to 40% by weight of tin, and the rest indium.

Abstract: A dam is provided for localizing gas around an outer periphery of an impeller. In one embodiment, by way of example only, the dam includes a skirt, a flange, and a fastener. The skirt includes an inner section, an outer section, and an outer peripheral edge. The inner section is configured to be placed under the impeller, and the outer section extends radially outwardly of the impeller outer periphery to the skirt outer peripheral edge. The flange extends substantially perpendicular from the skirt outer section edge. The fastener is coupled to the skirt and configured to couple the dam to the impeller.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a shaped product by means of brazing. The method includes the steps of: producing an intermediate object of metal by rolling or extrusion and having at least one flat surface, coating the at least one surface with a brazing composition comprising a resin, a wax, and a flux and/or flux-producing compound, reshaping the intermediate object into a shaped product, and heating the shaped product to a temperature sufficient to provide at least one brazed connection between defined parts of the shaped product. When a brazing composition is used in this method, it is not necessary to use an additional lubricant during deforming.

Abstract: Nanosized semiconductor particles of a core/shell structure is disclosed, wherein the particles each comprise a core and a shell and exhibit an average particle size of not more than 100 nm and a coefficient of variation in core size distribution of not more than 30%.

Abstract: A method for utilizing plastic deformation resulting from grain boundary sliding with or without a novel joint compound that leads to the joining of advanced ceramic materials, intermetallics, and cermets. A joint formed by this approach is as strong as or stronger than the materials joined. The method does not require elaborate surface preparation or application techniques. The method also allows for the formation of transparent joints between two subunits of a construct joined via plastic deformation. The method can be used to tailor residual stresses and maintain native porosity.

Abstract: A friction stirring tool and a method for removing the catalytic phase from the friction stirring tool having a superabrasive coating by chemically etching, electrolytic etching or similar means to thereby at least partially remove a portion of the secondary catalytic phase metal from the superabrasive coating to thereby enhance the thermal stability of the tool and allow for longer life and the reduction or elimination of chemical reaction between the secondary metallic phase of the tool and a workpiece.

Abstract: A friction stir welding apparatus and a method of operating the friction stir welding apparatus are disclosed. The friction stir welding apparatus includes a rotary tool whose extremity constitutes a probe, a retaining arm which supports the rotary tool, and a roller provided at a position of the retaining arm opposite the rotary tool. The method includes adjusting the retaining arm so as to position workpieces between the rotary tool and the roller while adjusting the roller to turn in a direction where a joint line of the workpieces extends, rotating the rotary tool and lowering the probe until the probe presses the workpieces, gradually inserting the probe into the joint line, and moving the probe along the joint line.

Abstract: A method for forming stub bumps in, for instance, semiconductor device fabrication, including a bonded ball formation step for bonding a ball formed at a tip end of a wire passing through a capillary to a pad to form a bonded ball on the pad; a scratching step for, next, scratching a portion of the wire above the bonded ball with an interior edge of the capillary by moving the capillary; a bending step for, next, bending the scratched portion of the wire by moving the capillary; and a cutting step for, thereafter, cutting the wire from the scratched portion by closing a damper during an ascending motion of the capillary.

Abstract: A low inductance via arrangement for multilayer ceramic (MLC) substrates is provided. With the MLC substrate and via arrangement of the illustrative embodiments, the via-field inductance for a given contact pad array is reduced. This reduction is achieved by the introduction of T-jogs and additional vias. These T-jogs and additional vias form additional current paths that cause additional parallel inductances that reduce the via-field inductance. In one illustrative embodiment, the additional T-jogs and vias are added to a center portion of a contact pad array. The T-jogs are comprised of two jogs in a wiring layer of the MLC, each jog being toward a via associated with an adjacent contact pad in the contact pad array. These additional T-jogs and vias form additional current loops parallel to the existing ones which thus, reduce the total inductance of the via-field.

Abstract: In an assembly of facing metal sheets separated by a polymer layer, welded metallurgical bonds are formed between the metal sheets by use of a friction stir weld tool. A rotating tool penetrates the first sheet, locally displaces the encountered portion of polymer film and penetrates into the second sheet. The affected metal of the two sheets is momentarily plasticized and stirred, and the plasticized metal of the two sheets combines to form a weld between the metal sheets. The interposed polymer film may be intended to serve as an adhesive or a vibration damping medium or the like. The facing metal sheets can be layers of facing laminated metal sheet structures that each comprise two metal sheets bonded by an adhesive interlayer.

Abstract: A bonding method involving detection of non-bonding of a bonding wire to a first bonding point, the method including an electrical non-bonding detection step and an optical non-bonding detection step, wherein data on whether the respective first bonding points are predetermined bonding points where an electrical non-bonding detection is not applicable are acquired from a memory unit; and when it is determined that a first bonding point is the predetermined bonding point, a non-bonding verification on the first bonding point is executed in the optical non-bonding detection step, and when the first bonding point is not the predetermined bonding point, then non-bonding detection on the first bonding point is executed in the electrical non-bonding detection step.

Abstract: A carton for containing a bag having dispensable material therein. The carton comprises a plurality of panels that extend at least partially around an interior of the carton. The plurality of panels comprises a first end panel, a second end panel, a first side panel, and a second side panel. At least two end flaps respectively foldably attached to respective panels of the plurality of panels. The end flaps are overlapped with respect to one another and thereby at least partially form a closed end of the carton. A closure removably attached to the carton having an aperture for receiving at least a portion of the bag to close the bag and seal the material held therein.

Abstract: An elongate laminar blank for forming a hinge-lid container has a box-defining portion and a lid-defining portion connected along a transverse hinge line. The lid-defining portion of the blank comprises: a lid rear wall panel extending from the transverse hinge line; a lid top wall panel connected to the lid rear wall panel along a first transverse fold line; a lid front wall panel connected to the lid top wall panel along a second transverse fold line and having an opposed outer transverse edge; a pair of opposed trapezoidal lid inner side wall panels connected to the lid rear wall panel on either side thereof along a first pair of longitudinal fold lines; and a pair of opposed trapezoidal lid outer side wall panels connected to the lid front wall panel on either side thereof along a second pair of longitudinal fold lines, each trapezoidal lid outer side wall panel having an angled outer edge.

Abstract: A carton for holding a food product. The carton has a central panel and a plurality of panels foldably connected to the central panel to form a tray for receiving the food product. At least one retention panel is foldably connected to one of the plurality of panels. The retention panel is in generally spaced apart relationship with the central panel to form a receiving space for at least partially receiving the food product.