Patents Issued in September 6, 2007
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Publication number: 20070205073Abstract: A clutch-release device for a friction clutch of a motor vehicle includes a guide tube and a sliding sleeve, which is free to shift position axially on the tube, the sleeve having a contact area for absorbing the actuating force of an actuating element. A clutch-release bearing is mounted on the sliding sleeve, the bearing having a nonrotatable first bearing ring, rolling elements, and a rotating second bearing ring, which is in working connection with an actuating element of the friction clutch. To increase the number of identical parts and thus to reduce costs, the sliding sleeve has a multi-part design, thus representing an assembly having at least two parts.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: ZF Friedrichshafen AGInventors: Thomas Otto, Herbert Voit, Manfred Wehner
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Publication number: 20070205074Abstract: A clutch release device for the friction clutch of a motor vehicle includes a sliding sleeve which can shift position axially on a guide tube, and a roller bearing positioned on the sliding sleeve. The roller bearing includes a first bearing ring, which can rotate with a clutch release element, a second bearing ring, which is fixed against rotation relative to the sliding sleeve, and a plurality of rolling elements which roll on races in the bearing rings. In the event of bearing failure, first and second axial stops engage to prevent relative axial displacement of the bearing rings by more than a predetermined amount. The first axial stop is fixed with respect to the first bearing ring, and the second axial stop is axially fixed with respect to the sliding sleeve.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: ZF Friedrichshafen AGInventors: Thomas Otto, Herbert Voit
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Publication number: 20070205075Abstract: A segment-type friction material has blocks each composed of four segment pieces. Five blocks are stuck by adhesion to a core metal 2 along an entire circumference thereof so as to constitute one surface of the segment-type friction material. Gaps are provided between the five blocks to form oil grooves that make an automatic transmission fluid (ATF) to flow. Five oil grooves are formed in total on one surface as a whole of the segment-type friction material.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: AISIN KAKO KABUSHIKI KAISHAInventors: Masaki Tominaga, Masayuki Mizuno
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Publication number: 20070205076Abstract: A friction member for a frictional engagement device is provided in which weight is reduced, impact resistance is enhanced and sliding resistance is improved; and also provided is a method for producing the same. As a friction member (10) for a frictional engagement device, a friction member made of a carbon fiber/carbonaceous composite material is provided which is obtained by implementing a heat treatment on a precursor, the precursor comprising a matrix composed of a carbon binder and an additive and carbon fiber dispersed in the matrix, wherein a porosity of the friction member is 20-60%.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2005Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Atsushi Takahashi, Satoshi Yoshida, Kentaro Komori, Yorinori Kumagai, Takao Nakagawa, Mihoko Yamashita
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Publication number: 20070205077Abstract: The present invention has an object of providing a rotation output device, including a lock mechanism employing a movable lock member so as to define the lock position, which is capable of, when the operator operates an output shaft to pivot, preventing the movable lock member from being concomitantly rotated with the output shaft and thus providing a locking function with certainty. The rotation output device according to the present invention includes, between the lock gears 35 and the lock ring 33, a carry plate 37 for retaining the positions of the lock gears 35 in the rotation direction when receiving a rotation force from the center ring 32. Thus, the lock ring 33 which is rotational-fixed is used as a member for preventing the concomitant rotation of the lock gears 35.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2005Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventor: Daijiro Nakamura
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Publication number: 20070205078Abstract: A self-checkout terminal is provided which includes a coin recycling machine which stores a coin inserted into a coin inlet in accordance with a denomination of the coin and releases the sorted coin through a coin outlet. A coin receiver receives a coin released through the coin outlet. A coin path couples a coin slot and the coin inlet, and a fake coin path diverges from the coin path toward the coin receiver. A judging unit judges whether a coin inserted into the coin slot is real or fake, and a sorting unit sorts a coin judged to be fake into the fake coin path. When a coin inserted into the coin slot is judged to be fake and is sorted into the fake coin path, information that there is something wrong with the coin is provided to a customer. A coin as change is released through the coin outlet.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 12, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: Toshiba Tec Kabushiki KaishaInventor: Takeshi Tashiro
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Publication number: 20070205079Abstract: When, in order to suppress speed irregularity of the step rollers (5), a bent section (17) is formed in the step guide rail (3) and a restraining member (18) is provided upstream thereof, the shape of the height of the bent section (17) and the restraining member (18) is corrected beforehand by the amount of the compression of the resilient members of the step rollers (5), which are formed with such resilient members around their shafts, by the compressive force acting between the bent section (17) and restraining member (18). Thus generation of speed irregularity of the steps (4) is suppressed and passenger comfort is improved. Also, by providing a recess (3aa) in the step guide rail (3), gripping of the step rollers (5) as they execute rolling movement along the undersurface of the restraining member (18) from below can be avoided, thereby preventing damage to the step rollers (5), restraining member (18) and step guide rail (3).Type: ApplicationFiled: March 17, 2005Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Yoshio Ogimura, Takayuki Kikuchi, Kazuya Yuge, Yoshinobu Ishikawa
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Publication number: 20070205080Abstract: An escalator with an endless formation of successive steps, each having a step surface, a front surface or step-riser and each side, a sideways directed cheek. Provided in the area of each cheek is at least one roller that projects transversely sideways, and is guided along laterally mounted, diagonally running roller-rails of the escalator. On each step in the area of the front surface or step-riser at least one emergency guide hook is fastened in such manner that the emergency guide hook of a higher lying upper first step supports itself against an area of the cheek of the next lower lying second step, should the step be eccentrically loaded in the area of the step-tread.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Kurt Streibig, Thomas Illedits, Thomas Novacek
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Publication number: 20070205081Abstract: A turntable has a plurality of intra-table tracks, each of which includes inlet and outlet end portion that is capable of communicating with a carrying-in and carrying-out side of the transporting track, respectively, wherein an object is transported from the inlet end portion to the outlet end portion, a table member on which the intra-table tracks are provided, a table rotating mechanism that rotates the table member to be stopped at an arbitrary rotation angle and a table rotation controlling mechanism. The table rotation controlling mechanism controls the rotation of the table member so as to set the transport direction of the transporting object transported through the intra-table tracks. The intra-table tracks are disposed in the table member so that when a transport direction of one of the intra-table tracks is set, the inlet end portion of any other intra-table tracks communicates with the carrying-in side of the transporting track.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Senzo Kyutoku, Tatsuo Tsubaki, Masanao Murata
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Publication number: 20070205082Abstract: A case rotating system configured to rotate cases, such as boxes, in a case management system such that the cases are oriented in a consistent manner upon leaving the case rotating system. In at least one embodiment, the case rotating system may be configured to cause a case in a case rotating module to be rotated such that a short side of the case leads the case as the case leaves the case rotating module. The case rotating module may be formed from one or more conical rollers configured to rotate cases into a consistent orientation. The case rotating system may rotate cases that are in an incorrect orientation into a correct orientation. In addition, the case rotating system may operate such that cases entering the case rotating system in a correct orientation may not be rotated but may remain in a correct orientation upon leaving the case rotating system.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: VERTIQUE, INC.Inventors: Frederick Stingel, Frederick Stingel, Ray Briggs, Jeffrey Stingel
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Publication number: 20070205083Abstract: A method and apparatus for reducing the likelihood of an article becoming jammed in a conveyor system. The width of an article, like luggage, may be detected and the article rotated if the width is greater than a threshold value. A jammed article in the conveyance system may be detected, and repositioned by a positioner, to clear the jam. Spacing between articles in the conveyor system may also be controlled.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 19, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: L-3 Communications Security and Detection Systems Inc.Inventors: Charles Smalley, Paul Green
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Publication number: 20070205084Abstract: A method and a system for stabilizing the sight line of a chip component being carried on two discs, for stabilizing delivery of the chip component between the two discs, and improving and stabilizing the inspection accuracy in the visual check of the chip component. This is achieved by employing a mechanism for carrying the chip component while supporting it on the horizontal plane of the first rotary disc and then carrying the chip component while suction-holding it on the vertical plane of the second rotary disc. When the chip component is carried on the first rotary disc, the upper surface and one side face of the chip component are imaged by first and second cameras. When the chip component is carried on the second rotary disc, the lower surface and the other side face of the chip component are imaged by third and fourth cameras.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2004Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: TDK CorporationInventors: Masayoshi Kobayashi, Toru Mizuno
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Publication number: 20070205085Abstract: A chain for conveying logs may be formed of both fabricated and cast links to produce a chain that is durable and economical. The chain includes a plurality of driving links each having at least one contact for engaging the logs and a plurality of common links free of the contacts. Whereas each of the driving links are formed as a cast link, each of the common links is formed as a fabricated link.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: ESCO CorporationInventors: Kevin R. McLaughlin, Ian R. Bingham, Dean F. Richards
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Publication number: 20070205086Abstract: A high voltage circuit breaker includes at least one interrupter for opening an electrical circuit, an operating mechanism for actuating the interrupter, a frame for support of the operating mechanism and interrupter, and a mechanical linkage for coupling the operating mechanism to the interrupter. The mechanical linkage includes a rotatable shaft. At least one force containment arm is connected to the rotatable shaft and the frame. The force containment arm has a head with a cylindrical opening for encircling the rotatable shaft and a bearing structure on an inner surface bounding the cylindrical opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Jeffry Meyer, Jared Johnston
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Publication number: 20070205087Abstract: MEMS switches of varying configurations provide individu-ally acutatable contacts. The MEMS switches are sealed by an improved anodic bonding technique.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2005Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Gary Pashby, Timothy Slater, Glenn Gottlieb
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Publication number: 20070205088Abstract: A keypad assembly for an electronic device is disclosed. The keypad assembly includes a light guide plate through which a light moves, a plurality of first key buttons on the top surface of the light guide plate, a plurality of reflecting patterns on the bottom surface of the light guide plate for reflecting the light moving through the light guide plate toward the first key buttons, protrusions under the reflecting patterns, a plurality of light emitting devices for supplying the light to the light guide plate, and a switch board including a plurality of dome switches and at least one first optical filtering layer whose color is changed into various colors by reacting or not reacting to the wavelengths of lights generated from the light emitting devices is included under each of the first key buttons.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Joo-Hoon Lee, Byung-Duck Cho, Dong-Hoon Jang, Sun-Tae Jung
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Publication number: 20070205089Abstract: In order to perform maintenance of a working robot, a worker pulls a handle of a slider and moves the slider backward to thereby withdraw a slider fitting portion from a fitting hole portion and withdraw an actuator from an operating portion of a door switch. In this case, a key inserted into a key hole of a lock is rotated through 90° to vertically orient an interference protruding portion to thereby prevent fitting of the slider fitting portion into the fitting hole portion. Only in this state, the key can be withdrawn from the key hole of the lock.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Tetsuya Fukumoto, Yoichi Shude, Shigeki Nakanishi, Shunkichi Sasaki, Hidemitsu Takenaka, Kenji Shimazu
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Publication number: 20070205090Abstract: A portable electronic device. The portable electronic device includes a body and a button assembly. The body includes a top cover and a bottom cover. The button assembly includes a opening. The button assembly is movably disposed between the top cover and the bottom cover to move between a first position and a second position. When the button assembly is in the first position, the opening of the button assembly is exposed. When the button assembly is in the second position, the opening of the button assembly is hidden in the body.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: BENQ CORPORATIONInventor: Hsin-Liang Chen
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Publication number: 20070205091Abstract: A method and apparatus for quenching metallurgical coke made in a coking oven. The method includes pushing a unitary slab of hot coke onto a substantially planar receiving surface of a hot car. The hot car containing the coke is then transported to a quench car station. The unitary slab of hot coke is pushed onto a substantially planar receiving surface of a quench car at the quench car station. Quenching of the slab of hot coke is conducted in the quench car with a predetermine amount of water. After quenching, the quenched coke is dumped onto a receiving pad for collection thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Michael Barkdoll, Donald Watkins, Richard Retort, Richard Westbrook, Jerome Karnowski, Mark Ball
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Publication number: 20070205092Abstract: An apparatus designed to form syn gas from carbonaceous materials such as coal includes a devolatilization reactor in combination with a reformer reactor which subsequently forms syn gas. The reformer reactor, in turn, is in communication with a particulate separator. The devolatilization reactor is fed with material using a compression feeder which drives air from the feed material, compresses it in a feed zone forming a seal between the feed hopper and the devolatilization reactor. The reformer reactor, as well as the particulate separators, are maintained in a heated furnace so that the temperature of the formed syn gas does not decrease below the reaction temperature until particulate material has been separated.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventor: Robert Klepper
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Publication number: 20070205093Abstract: A process for the extraction of ethanol from a solution by bringing the solution into contact with a bed of salt consisting of Mg3(PO4)2, whereby the salt adsorbs ethanol from the solution, removing the solution from the salt bed, heating of the salt bed in order to release the ethanol adsorbed thereby as vapour and collecting the ethanol vapour. The use of particles of the salt for adsorption of ethanol from a solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2005Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Michail Gougel, Giuliano Grassi
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Publication number: 20070205094Abstract: A method and an apparatus for producing a steel wire for reinforcing an elastomeric material. The steel wire has a metal core and a coating layer made of a metal alloy material having a composition including at least one first metal component and at least one second metal component. The method includes the steps of: a) conveying the steel core along a predetermined path in a substantially continuous manner; b) co-sputtering at least one first powered cathode made of said first metal component and at least one second powered cathode made of said second metal component onto the steel core being moved along the predetermined path to obtain a coating layer made of a metal alloy material of a first composition; and c) adjusting the power provided to at least one of the first and second cathodes to obtain a coating layer made of a metal alloy material of a second composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2004Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Federico Pavan, Simone Agresti
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Publication number: 20070205095Abstract: A method and apparatus for manufacturing a silicon nanodot thin film having uniform doping concentration without damage by depositing a matrix thin film based on the silicon by PECVD, while doping a light emitting material such as Erbium on the matrix thin film deposited by sputtering process at the same time. The silicon nanodot film obtained by the present invention has an improved light emitting characteristic in long distance communication frequency range of 1.54 ?m as well as visible light range.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventor: Jong Park
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Publication number: 20070205096Abstract: A wafer magnetron includes a support for supporting a wafer; a generator to provide an electric field substantially perpendicular to the wafer surface; and a magnet system for generating a magnetic field, a portion of the magnetic field lines being parallel to the wafer surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventor: Makoto Nagashima
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Publication number: 20070205097Abstract: An electrolytic generator for producing hydrogen and oxygen switches polarities of electrodes to minimize the accumulation of electroplated electrode material driven from one electrode to the other. The generator contains two or more electrolytic cells in a lower portion, with an upper portion, including gas receiving receptacles. Preferably, water extends upward past a division between the upper and lower portions. In a first version, the upper portion, which is attached for gas collection through flexible hoses, is moved from one cell in the lower portion to another when the polarity is switched. In a second version, the upper portion remains stationary while the lower portion is moved to another upper portion as the polarity is switched.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventor: Guenter Schaefer
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Publication number: 20070205098Abstract: A polymer electrolyte for an electrochemical half cell, in particular for a reference half cell, contains a polymer which as a first monomer component contains at least one alkyl methacrylate. The alkyl methacrylate has a substituted alkyl group with from three to seven carbon atoms and at least two substitutents. The aforementioned substitutents are selected from the group comprising OR1 and NR2R3, in which R1, R2 and R3 are selected from the group comprising hydrogen, methyl, and ethyl, on the condition that the substituted alkyl group contains the substitutent OH at most once.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Philippe Ehrismann, Rolf Thrier
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Publication number: 20070205099Abstract: The invention relates to a series (1) of electrolysis cells for the production of aluminum by fusion electrcolysis, comprising at least two lines of cells, arranged transversely, an internal correction circuit (200) with at least one internal correction conductor (20, 20?) per line, adjacent to the neighboring line and a main connection circuit (400) between the final cells of the lines (101, 101?). In at least one line, the main connection circuit (400) comprises a layer of conductors, each conductor of which extends from the end of the final cell of the line to a given distance (D2, D2?) therefrom and the internal correction circuit (200) comprises a section of transverse conductors, arranged at the internal correction circuit (200) comprises a section of transverse the final cell for a given part L of the length thereof Lo. The invention permits a reduction in the mean supplementary vertical fields to very low values for electrolysis currents of a value greater than 300 kA.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2005Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Morgan Le Hervet, Nicolas Ligonesche
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Publication number: 20070205100Abstract: Production of pure metals through electro-winning and electro-deposition is accomplished by electrolytic deposition of metal over a reusable stainless-steel plate (cathode). Metal is deposited on both faces of the cathode, as well as on its edges, creating problems when removing the deposited metal. Breaking the deposited edges to remove the metal deposited on both faces produces irregular edges, folding and damages to the surface of the cathode, requiring re-processing, increasing costs of the deposited metal, as well as repairs or replacement of the cathodes. This invention includes a structure made of insulating material to which are fixed electrically energizable cathode guidance profiles with a cross-section similar to an omega and which house the edges of the cathodes, holding them in position during the process.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 4, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: NEW TECH COPPER S.A.Inventor: Manuel Rafael Casanova
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Publication number: 20070205101Abstract: A sputtering target assembly and method for bonding a sputtering target to a backing plate is disclosed. When insulatively bonding a sputtering target to a backing plate, it is necessary to ensure that the bonding material has good thermal conductivity so that the temperature of the target can be effectively controlled. It is also important to not have electrical conductivity through the bonding materials. In order to achieve both goals, it is beneficial to utilize an elastomer with diamond powder filler. Diamond power has very good thermal conductivity, and it also has very good dielectric strength. Diamond is a thermally effective and cost effective substitute for silver in insulative bonding.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Yan Ye, John White
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Publication number: 20070205102Abstract: Backing plate for sputter targets made of a composite material which comprises 5 to 99 wt. % of at least one refractory metal from the group consisting of Mo, W, Re and Ta and 95 to 1 wt. % of at least one fuirther metallic component from the group consisting of Cu, Ag and Au, process for the production thereof and unit which comprises the backing plate and a sputter target.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2005Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: H. C. Starck GmbH & Co. KGInventors: Roland Scholl, Bernd Meyer, Gerd Passing, Gerhard Wotting
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Publication number: 20070205103Abstract: Electrochemical sensors for investigating a physiological sample and methods of manufacture are disclosed. The sensor includes an electrochemical reaction cell, having electrodes and a reagent, and laterally spaced electrical contact points for electrically communication with a meter. Further described herein is a multi-chambered sensor having an electrochemical reaction cell and an immunological cell. The multi-chambered cell can also include a pre-chamber.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 21, 2005Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: LifeScan, Inc.Inventors: Alastair Hodges, Jerry Pugh, Garry Chambers
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Publication number: 20070205104Abstract: Pot tending module (7) for a series of electrolytic cells for production by igneous electrolysis, including a chassis (8) that can be fixed to a trolley (6) moving along a travelling crane (4) and provided with a set of tools, particularly including at least one anode handling device (11), which is also provided with at least two display means (41 and 42) capable of taking views and transmitting them in the form of electromagnetic signals, typically two video cameras, the display means disposed at a distance from each other and from the working area, to be able to aim at the working area (23) of the anode handling device(s) along two non-parallel directions (D1) and (D2), forming an angle preferably close to 90°. This pot tending module may also include a third camera (43) that presents an overview of the tools and working areas for these tools, and a fourth camera (44) fixed onto the base of the anode grab actuators.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: E.C.L.Inventor: Benoit Wartelle
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Publication number: 20070205105Abstract: An electrophoresis member is produced by laying a plurality of capillaries on an adhesive layer born on a support layer to form a capillary layer, laminating thereon a second support layer, and partially removing the first support layer, the first adhesive layer and the second support layer to partially expose the capillaries to form a window portion for irradiation and detection and a sample injection portion for injecting a sample.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Hiroshi Kawazoe, Tomoyuki Kamata, Atsushi Takahashi, Tsuyoshi Sonehara, Tatemi Ido, Kunio Harada
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Publication number: 20070205106Abstract: An electrophoresis apparatus for measuring, characterizing and/or altering a composition of a sample. The apparatus comprises an anode compartment having an anode and a cathode compartment having a cathode. The anode and cathode are spaced at a distance from one another to define an electric field having a direction along a longitudinal axis, and between the anode and cathode compartments can be at least one separation compartment. Each compartment includes means for adding or removing a solution, a first dimension orthogonal to the direction of the electric field, a second dimension orthogonal to the electric field and the first dimension, and a third dimension parallel to the electric field and orthogonal to the first and second dimensions. A ratio of the first and second dimensions define an aspect ratio, at least one aspect ratio being less than one. An ion-permeable barrier is positioned between each compartment to prevent convective mixing therebetween.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 25, 2004Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Gyula Vigh, Peniel Lim
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Publication number: 20070205107Abstract: A compartment for an electrodialysis cell, bounded by two ion-permselective membranes located on either side of a separator frame. The separator frame is formed from the assembly of at least two layers to provide electrolyte feed channels between the at least two layers.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2005Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: SOLVAY (SOCIETE ANONYME)Inventor: Luc Botte
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Publication number: 20070205108Abstract: The present invention provides a gel-casting module, a main electrophoresis assembly, a casting stand for the main electrophoresis assembly and an electrophoresis tank.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Tzu-Chao Jean, Wu-Yang Ma
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Publication number: 20070205109Abstract: The invention provides a plating solution capable of forming a palladium plating film which can further improve solder characteristics in surface treatment of a composition made of a nickel plating film, a palladium plating film and a gold plating film on a surface of a conductor formed from a metal such as copper. In a palladium plating solution of the invention containing a soluble palladium salt and an electrically conductive salt having a liquid composition containing germanium, the amount of the soluble palladium salt is 0.1 g/l to 50 g/l in terms of a reduced value of palladium metal, the amount of the electrically conductive salt is 10 g/l to 400 g/l and the amount of the germanium is 0.1 mg/l to 1000 mg/l.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Shingo Watanabe, Junji Ohnishi, Hiroshi Wachi, Takayuki Sone
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Publication number: 20070205110Abstract: Electric circuit of an electrolyzer with substantially vertical bipolar electrodes, comprising at least one busbar (9, 10) that is placed below and/or above the electrolyzer (3). Electrolysis installation comprising such a circuit and at least one electrolyzer (3) with vertical bipolar electrodes.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2005Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: SOLVAY (SOCIETE ANONYME)Inventor: Joachim Lange
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Publication number: 20070205111Abstract: An apparatus and method for producing hydrogen is disclosed. A housing includes a conversion compartment fluidly connected to a gas collection compartment. A filter is disposed between the conversion compartment and the gas collection compartment. The filter is permeable to select molecules, such as hydrogen and oxygen. An energizer module is adapted to generate an oscillating signal. A piezo electric ceramic element is disposed within the conversion compartment and is electronically coupled to the energizer module to receive the oscillating signal. The piezo electric ceramic element preferably comprises a substrate and a piezo electric ceramic membrane affixed to the substrate.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventor: Ronald Bayliss
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Publication number: 20070205112Abstract: A polishing apparatus (30) has a polishing surface (32), a top ring (36) for holding a wafer (W), motors (46, 56) to move the polishing surface (32) and the wafer (W) relative to each other at a relative speed, and a vertical movement mechanism (54) to press the wafer (W) against the polishing surface (32) under a pressing pressure. The polishing apparatus (30) also has a controller (44) to adjust a polishing condition in a non-Preston range in which a polishing rate is not proportional to a product of the pressing pressure and the relative speed. The polishing apparatus (30) can simultaneously achieve uniform supply of a chemical liquid to a surface of the wafer (W) and a uniform polishing rate within the surface of the wafer (W).Type: ApplicationFiled: May 3, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Masako Kodera, Yoshihiro Mochizuki, Akira Fukuda, Akira Kodera, Hirokuni Hiyama, Manabu Tsujimura, Kazuto Hirokawa, Akira Fukunaga
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Publication number: 20070205113Abstract: A tropicalized petroleum sector cut-off valve gear box system and its respective method of application are described. The system involves the conversion of any gear box model with cut-off valves used in the petroleum industry, into tropicalized gear boxes, so as to allow total preventative maintenance with no need for interruptions on production lines.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: PETROLEO BRASILEIRO S.A. - PETROBRASInventor: Osmar Jose Leite da Silva
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Publication number: 20070205114Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods of detecting filling of the capillary channel of a biosensor test strip. In one embodiment the biosensor test strip has three electrodes: a first reference electrode, a working electrode and a second reference electrode, which are arranged sequentially within the capillary channel of a biosensor test strip and perpendicular to the axis thereof. A test sample containing an analyte of interest is applied to the test strip. A first voltage (V1) is applied between the first reference electrode and the working electrode, and a first current (i1) is detected. If i1 is detected, a second voltage (V2) is applied between the working electrode and the second reference electrode. A second current (i2) is detected, indicating that an applied sample has covered the first and second reference electrodes and the working electrodes. The measuring device then conducts the assay for the presence or amount of the analyte of interest in the test sample.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventor: Vijaywanth Mathur
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Publication number: 20070205115Abstract: A method for protecting a parameter settings report for an implanted medical device is disclosed. The method comprises the steps of receiving a parameter settings report for an implanted medical device from a medical facility; folding the parameter settings report is folded into a compact size; opening a container, wherein that container includes a base piece and a cover piece with the base piece including a plurality of side walls, an open top side defined by the plurality of sidewalls, and an internal storage volume; placing the folded parameter settings report into the container; and closing the container.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventor: Peter Lee
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Publication number: 20070205116Abstract: A container for transporting set of three-dimensional dentition models includes an outer shell containing a shock-absorbing core, wherein the core includes compartments configured to receive separately a bite registration and upper and lower dental arch models. The shell and core are preferably transparent to a pre-selected scanning radiation A method of transporting and processing a set of dentition models includes the steps of (a) providing a container having an outer shell and an inner shock-absorbing core configured to hold a bite registration and upper and lower dental arch models in separate compartments; (b) loading the bite registration and the dental arch models into their respective compartments; (c) transporting the container to a processing site; and (d) processing (e.g., by scanning) the dental arch models and the bite registration while they are in the container. The container containing the dental arch models and the bite registration may then be stored.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: ALIGN TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Ken Wu, Srinivas Kaza, Subir Basu
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Publication number: 20070205117Abstract: Packing materials for a module of a display apparatus for protecting the module, and an assembly structure are described as below. The packing materials for the module of the display apparatus comprise a plane frame, a side frame, a combination unit, a guiding unit, and a support means. The plane frame has an opening in its center. The side frame is formed to be connected along the surrounding of the plane frame in the direction approximately perpendicular to the plane frame. The combination unit is formed on the rear surface of the plane frame. The guiding unit is inserted in the combination unit and fixes one and more of edges on the plane frame. The support means is integrally formed with the guiding unit. In addition, the assembly structure comprises a plurality of packing materials for the module of the display apparatus, a plurality of modules for the display apparatus, and paper angle units. At this time, the packing materials for the module of the display apparatus is as mentioned above.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: LG ELECTRONICS INC.Inventors: Junhee KONG, Deoksoo KIM, Kwaneun JIN
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Publication number: 20070205118Abstract: A kit provides implements for applying a decorative laminate to a target surface. The kit comprises an applicator adapted to hold a roll of surface covering material and to apply the surface covering material to a target surface. The kit also comprises instructions for the application of a surface covering material to the target surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Roxanne Drago Westendorf, Julie Ann Toms, Michael Bernard Dugas, Amy Michelle Martini, Troy Lee Nimrick, Jonathan Javier Calderas, Kubica Penelope Guevara, Mark John Steinhardt, Grady Daniel McCarthy, John Vincent Fontana, Penny Michelle Bakhit, Erin Carmel Daley, Jose A. Baldan, Robert Blake Leftwich
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Publication number: 20070205119Abstract: A disk storage system includes a substantially planar disk case, configured to removably receive a substantially flat disk. The case includes a locking bar disposed along an edge of the case, the locking bar being configured to releasably pivotally press fit into receiving structure of a disk storage container.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Glenn Stewart, Brian Taylor
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Publication number: 20070205120Abstract: A golf bag with a pivoting balance handle is provided. A golf bag according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises a body, and handle, and a strap. The body has a top end and a bottom end. The handle has a first end and a second end. The first end of the handle is pivotally coupled to the top end of the body such that the handle pivots relative to the body to automatically balance the mass of the body. The strap is coupled between the second end of the handle and to the bottom end of the body. Other embodiments are also claimed and described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Applicant: MIZUNO USA, INC.Inventor: Clint Vosloo
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Publication number: 20070205121Abstract: A robust Transportable Voice and Data Communication Kit accommodating mobile Cellular and Satellite Telephone devices in conjunction enclosed in a protective container that is not significantly larger that the contents it encloses. The carry handle and light weight, compact features enable solo portability. The carry case container is composed of in combination, textile, vinyl, rubber, leather type materials, or polyurethane with positive buoyancy, water, dust, shock and vibration resistant properties. Means to monitor either outside the closed case or inside when the case is open, moisture levels, internal back up battery, external power or Solar Power levels and internal or external antenna transmission and reception levels. Antenna positioning is equally efficient via positioning inside or outside the unit.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2005Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventor: Gregory Pearce
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Publication number: 20070205122Abstract: A first box body is inserted between a first flat part and a first frame portion of a cover and is fastened to the cover by means of a first fastening member so that the first frame portion is interposed between the first box body and a plate-shaped first fixing member forming a first fixing member window for exposing a display section. A second box body is inserted between a second flat part and a second frame portion of the cover and is fastened to the cover by means of a second fastening member so that the second frame portion is interposed between the second box body and a plate-shaped second fixing member forming a second fixing member window for exposing an operation section.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2007Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Hirofumi Oda, Kimiaki Imai, Yoshihiko Handa