Abstract: A flat cable jacket slitter including a housing, a longitudinal channel within the housing sized to allow the cable to be moved longitudinally within the channel, a cutting blade within the housing, and a movable cam. The movable cam may be positioned within the housing and configured to move between a threading position that allows the cable to be easily moved longitudinal within the channel without substantially engaging the cutting blade and a cutting position that causes the cutting blade to cut a longitudinal slit into an edge of the jacket when the cable is moved longitudinally within the channel. The movable cam may form a longitudinal sub-channel within the housing.

Abstract: A process for perforating workpieces and a tool for carrying out this process are envisaged. In the process described it is envisaged that a cutting tool is used to make an opening in a workpiece and stamping is carried out in the region of a cut edge of the opening purely by interlocking and frictional engagement.

Abstract: Methods for reducing warp potential of lumber derived from a raw material, such as a log or stem are provided. The methods involve examining the log or stem for shrinkage properties and/or properties of spiral grain. The location of the shrinkage properties and/or properties of spiral grain determine how the log is oriented relative to a cutting device. In another embodiment, these characteristics determine what cutting pattern is selected for creating the lumber. In the case of a stem, these characteristics determine how the stem will be bucked.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for fray-free cutting at the perimeter of an area of a textile sheet on a textile-receiving surface, including applying an anti-fray substance onto the sheet along a path at the perimeter by an anti-fray substance applicator movable along the surface as directed by a controller based on programmed information regarding the perimeter, and cutting the sheet at the perimeter by a cutter movable along the surface as directed by the controller based on the programmed information.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for fray-free cutting at the perimeter of an area of a textile sheet on a textile-receiving surface, including creating an anti-fray condition in the sheet along a path at the perimeter by an anti-fray instrument movable along the surface as directed by a controller based on programmed information regarding the perimeter, and cutting the sheet at the perimeter by a cutter movable along the surface as directed by the controller based on the programmed information. The anti-fray instrument is preferably an anti-fray substance applicator or, if the textile is a thermoplastic textile, a laser device configured and arranged to induce an anti-fray state therein.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cross cutting device and a corresponding operating method for manufacturing cut-out portions from a flat material web which is moved in a direction of transportation. The device has two cross cutting units which each have a fixed blade and a rotating blade arranged on a rotational element, and said cross cutting units are spaced apart from one another in the direction of transportation. The second rotational element can be connected to a suction device in such a way that in a case of application the cut-out portion is at least temporarily secured on the second rotational element. According to the invention, the second rotational element has, along its circumferential face, a plurality of zones, to which suction air can be applied individually and/or in combination, in order to secure cut-out portions of different formats.

Abstract: A saw has a frame; a support table mounted on the frame, a substantially round table rotatably mounted within an aperture formed through the support table; and a saw unit pivotally mounted on one side of the round table and which can pivot between two positions in order to perform chop cuts, a first upper position located away from the round table and a second lower position located adjacent the round table. Radial slot 64 formed through the substantially round table and extends to the edge of the round table. A forward extension extends radially outwardly from the periphery of the round table 20.

Abstract: A saw with a base assembly connected to a mounting portion; a motor unit which is pivotally mounted on the mounting portion to allow the motor unit to pivot towards or away from the base assembly to perform chop cuts, a table mounted on the motor unit to enable the saw to act as a table saw and a table fence capable of being releaseably attached to the table 114. The table fence comprises a guide plate, a guide fence moveably connected to the guide plate, and a locking mechanism for releaseably locking the position of the guide fence to the guide plate.

Abstract: A punch includes punch pads that are easily and conveniently adjustable by a user. The punch includes a base and a punch head coupled to the base. The punch head includes a punch pin configured to move in a punching direction. An adjustable punch pad is mounted to the punch. The adjustable punch pad includes a receiving surface for receiving the punch pin. An actuator is coupled to at least one of the punch pads to move the punch pad.

Abstract: A hole-punching assembly structure for hole-punching unit includes a positioning piece, a clamping piece, a plurality of tool holders, two balancing rods and a plurality of hole mountings. Each end of the positioning piece couples to the hole mounting via one of two balancing rods, the positioning piece has a gliding rail, a receiving slot and a confining part disposed at an indentation at each end of the positioning piece for each one of the plurality of tool holders to go through the positioning piece, thereby fixing the plurality of tool holders. Each one of the plurality of tool holders has a first end extending to one of the plurality of hole mountings and a second end being blocked by the clamping piece.

Abstract: A hands-free dispenser has a body and a cover connected to the body. A sensor element is attached to the body. The cover has an opening that enables the sensor to protrude through the cover and extend beyond a plane of the cover when the cover is closed.

Abstract: The present invention provides comprising a carriage base, post(s) extending therefrom, a vertical slide for holding a powered sawhead on said post(s), and a wheel assembly(ies) on the carriage base for horizontal movement along guide rails.

Abstract: Circular plane saws for finishing longitudinal and transversal combined sawing-cutting-planing of wood, and that can be used in the wood-working industry, for instance, for high-quality sawing and planing of solid timber, tailoring of plywood, laminate, chipboards, laminated chipboards and other similar wood or wood-combined materials. This invention improves operational efficiency of saws.

Abstract: The invention relates to enhanced heat transfer surfaces and methods and tools for making enhanced heat transfer surface. Certain embodiments include a boiling surface that include a plurality of primary grooves, protrusions and secondary grooves to form boiling cavities. The boiling surface may be formed by using a tool for cutting the inner surface of a tube. The tool has a tool axis and at least one tip with a cutting edge and a lifting edge. Methods for making a boiling surface are also disclosed, including cutting through the inner surface of a tube to form primary grooves, then cutting and lifting the inner surface to form protrusions and secondary grooves.

Abstract: A stringed musical instrument having a back, a side and a first sound board that form a sound box. The back, side and first sound board further define an enclosed resonant cavity within the sound box. A bridge is positioned on the surface of the first sound board on a side of the hole opposite a neck for attaching strings. A second sound board is positioned in opposition in a spaced relation to the first sound board within the cavity of the sound box, sandwiched in spaced relation between the back and the first sound board. The first and second sound boards each having a hole formed therein. The bridge further includes a sound transfer bar vertically disposed between the first sound board and the second sound board. The sound transfer bar effectively transfers vibrations from the first sound board to the second sound board and further equalizes any upward or downward pull by the bridge caused by the tension of the strings.

Abstract: A new drum design with acoustic advantages. The design can also be used for use in drum kits that allow for closer spacing of the geometric centers between drums with a given area of drum head. This solution also provides for an increased tangential proximity between adjacent playing surfaces to reduce rim clicks. A further advantage is a large sweet spot for tone while still maintaining a wide range of tonal variation by playing in the corners.

Abstract: An improved tambourine has a rigid, enclosed, jingle-supporting frame that defines a center of gravity and a number of pairs of percussion jingles connected to the frame at determined locations around one of the frame's segments. A handle for manually grasping the frame is connected to a second segment of the frame. The second segment is closer to the center of gravity of the tambourine than is the first segment, which is arcuate in shape. The second segment includes radial, inwardly turned portions and a handle-bearing portion that is substantially parallel to a chord formed between the ends of the arcuate first segment and spaced a determined distance from the geometric center of the handle.

Abstract: A drum pedal assembly is constructed with a beater assembly having a base plate adapted to sit on the floor and having an outer end adapted to be juxtaposed with a drum. Upright posts are mounted on the base plate and a split shaft is mounted to an upright posts. The split shaft has a pair of coaxial shaft parts having outer ends journaled in bearings housed in the upright posts and axially juxtaposed inner ends journaled in a central support member. A drum beater is mounted on each of the coaxial shafts. The beater is driven by a pair of pedal assemblies, each provided with a pedal pivoted mounted on a separate base plate and a pair of posts having upper and lower ends mounted on the base plate. The post upper ends house bearings and a shaft is rotatably mounted in the bearings.

Abstract: A device (A) on which a pedal (1) is pivotally mounted. The pedal (1) is connected to a cable (2) that passes through a support (3) and is introduced through a flexible conduit (4). The opposite end of the cable (2) is mounted on another support (5) that comprises a device (B). There is a small wheel (6) mounted on a shaft (7) and a beater (8) is mounted on the wheel (6).

Abstract: Described herein are fingerboards and neck assemblies for use with stringed musical instruments. The neck assembly can include a light-system disposed therein. The light system has a light matrix of light elements. The fingerboard is adapted to conceal the presence of the light elements when the light elements are not illuminated and to allow the passage of at least some illumination from the light elements when the light elements are illuminated.

Abstract: An automated computing system and method for determining fingering of musical instruments from digitized scored music or tablature. The computerized automated finger finder system and method analyzes a musical composition and determines hand and/or fingering positional information such that the musical composition can be efficiently played on a musical instrument of choice with minimal hand movement. The method and computing system also provide alternate or secondary fingering choices such that the musician can play with a different tonal stylization or with greater or lesser ease depending on his skill level.

Abstract: A vehicular sound effect generating apparatus has a controller for determining whether a transmission on a vehicle is a manual transmission or an automatic transmission based on whether a clutch signal is generated or not, and automatically changing weighting gain characteristics as acoustic correcting characteristics stored in a sound pressure adjuster depending on the determined transmission. The vehicular sound effect generating apparatus generates a sound effect in a vehicle cabin depending on the manual transmission or the automatic transmission.

Abstract: An electronic module has an enclosure which is mechanically and electrically compatible with a plurality of receiving devices such as amplifiers, computers, mixer consoles, and musical instruments. The module has a programmable control panel and display on the enclosure and an electronic circuit disposed within the enclosure and receiving user commands from the control panel and displaying configuration information on the display. The electronic circuit performs a variety of functions for each of the receiving devices by way of a digital signal processor, synthesizer for generating a programmable audio signal in response to a data stream, storage device for storing musical information in a digital format, and playback device for retrieval and playback of the stored musical information. An audio output is coupled for transferring the programmable audio signal to or from the receiving device.

Abstract: An electronic musical apparatus for training to play the apparatus in correct timing comprises a play timing notifying device which notifies reference time points in a music progression for operating the apparatus to play music, an operation detecting device for detecting each of player's operations on the apparatus as a player operates the apparatus with reference to the reference time points, a time deviation detecting device for detecting a time deviation of each of the player's operations from corresponding one of the reference time points, a tolerance range setting device for setting a tolerance range with respect to each of the reference time point by taking into consideration a plurality of the past detected time deviations, the tolerance range being for evaluating whether a detected time deviation falls within the tolerance range or not, and a tone generation control device which controls generation of tones for the player's operations differently according to whether each detected time deviation fall

Abstract: A performance control apparatus that prevents erroneous key depressions from disturbing musical performance and allow an inexperience player to play at ease. A performance operator is adapted to generate performance operation information in response to performance operations by a user, the performance operation information including information indicative of performing timing in automatic performance. A storage device is adapted to store data of a music piece comprising sequence data of note information for individual musical tones.

Abstract: An RF tag having stored therein equipment setting information related to a performance, by an electronic musical instrument, of a given music piece is attached to a music-piece-related information having music-piece-related information of the given music piece presented thereon. Electronic musical instrument includes an information acquisition information that communicates with the RF tag to acquire the equipment setting information from the tag, and an automatic setting section that automatically sets various settings and states of the musical instrument in accordance with the acquired equipment setting information. The musical instrument may further include a trigger section that triggers the acquisition section to acquire the equipment setting information from the RF tag. When the acquisition section has acquired new equipment setting information in response to triggering by the trigger section, states of the electronic musical instrument are set in accordance with the new equipment setting information.

Abstract: Pressure-controlled transitions are provided for single-note lines in electronic musical instruments. By addressing the relative pressure for two or more pressure points on a playing surface, the method and system provides the performer with the ability to control transitions, such as retrigger, legato, and portamento, with greater precision and flexibility. In particular, the performer's fingers (or another source of pressure) are able to control the manner in which a note transitions from one pitch to another.

Abstract: A simulated musical instrument may be used to alter the audio of a video game, the video aspects of video game, or both. Use of a controller simulating a musical instrument allows a rhythm-action game can be enjoyed in a manner closer to a realistic state of playing an instrument.

Abstract: An electronic percussion instrument that detects vibrations due to a hit and outputs a corresponding signal where the head of the instrument is held in place independent of a rim part. The independence stops vibrations originating from a hit of the rim from traveling to the head and interfering with the proper signal detection of hits to the head part.

Abstract: Three valve assemblies are linked with finger buttons and inserted into a pipe structure of a trumpet for changing the length of air column, and a supporting system assists a player in fingering on the finger buttons; sensors are adhered to the finger buttons so as to supply a detecting signal representative of force exerted on the finger buttons by the player to a controlling unit; when the force exceeds over a threshold, the controlling unit energizes actuators connected to the valve assemblies so as to make the player feel the valve assemblies lightly changed.

Abstract: The present invention provides an rhythmic device associated with vehicle for the production, playing, accompaniment and evaluation of sounds. The device comprises an instrumental karaoke unit which: (i) produce musical instrument sounds from an user's touches; (ii) play music sounds, add musical effects, alter play parameters of the music playing; (iii) mix sounds produced from the user's touches with music sounds played; and (iv) comprises music parameters able to evaluate an instrumental accompaniment performance resulted from the instrumental music sounds produced by the user's touches. The instrumental karaoke unit comprising a surface which comprises: (i) touch sensors spread under said surface providing regions sensitive to touches; and (ii) Leds distributed under said surface and controlled by a microprocessor, Leds providing a luminous indication sequence according to the music sounds played, said luminous indication sequence being following by touches of the user in this surface.

Abstract: One describes an electronic device for the production, playing, accompaniment and evaluation of sounds, comprising means do be associated to audio system and, the device comprising a) a processing unit which (i) produces musical instrument sounds from an user's touches; (ii) plays music sounds, adds musical effects, alters reproduction parameters of the music playing; (iii) mixes sounds produced from the user's touches with music sounds played; and (iv) comprises music parameters able to evaluate an instrumental accompaniment performance resulted from the instrumental music sounds produced by the user's touches; b) the processing unit comprising a touch sensitive surface which comprises: (i) touch sensors arranged under said surface providing regions sensitive to touches; and (ii) Leds distributed under said surface and controlled by a microprocessor providing a luminous indication sequence according to the music sounds played, said luminous indication sequence being following by touches of the user in this s

Abstract: A key driving apparatus for driving a key may include, but is not limited to, a first elastically deformable unit. The first elastically deformable unit is configured to receive a first control voltage. The first elastically deformable unit is configured to show elastic deformations of stretch and shrinkage based on the level of the first control voltage. The first elastically deformable unit is configured to allow the key to be driven by the elastic deformations of stretch and shrinkage of the first elastically deformable unit.

Abstract: A high-density composite material and its use in the manufacture of less-lethal ammunition projectile is disclosed. The composite ammunition projectile material is produced from a compact mixture of fine iron powder, a highly damping, inert, non-toxic elastomer and an inert non-toxic thermoplastic elastomer. The composite ammunition projectile material is first blended, then the projectile is injection molded or compression molded. The density of the composite ammunition projectile material is adjustable in terms of ratio of iron powder to elastomer to thermoplastic elastomer block co-polymer, but a minimum density of 2.4 gcm?3 is preferred. A blend comprising an elastomer and a thermoplastic elastomer with low creep is also disclosed.

Abstract: A precautionary measure against wireless phone-triggered Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) is described that forces premature detonation of the IED at a safe location, such as a position in advance of a convoy of vehicles or troops, thereby reducing the effectiveness of the IED. Embodiments of the invention provide for transmitting low power alerting signals (e.g., paging, ringing, message waiting, text messages) from a wireless terminal residing on a mobile platform that is operable to navigate a transportation path in advance of a prospective target, to mobile stations within close proximity of the platform defining an “IED detonation zone.” In such manner, mobile stations within the IED detonation zone that are IED triggering devices (as well as mobile stations that are not IED triggering devices) will receive the alerting signals, thereby forcing premature detonation of IEDs in the detonation zone.

Abstract: An electromagnetic missile launcher is disclosed that avoids some of the costs and disadvantages of missile launchers in the prior art. In particular, an embodiment of the present invention uses a pilot accelerator that comprises an electromagnetic booster coil to improve the efficiency of an electromagnetic catapult that throws a missile clear of the launch platform—with sufficient velocity to attain aerodynamic flight—before the missile's engine is ignited.

Abstract: An improved ceramic armor system comprising a ceramic component and a diamond powder based slurry bonded to a strike surface of the ceramic component, the diamond powder based slurry including a diamond powder and a base selected from the group consisting of a silicate and a phosphate base.

Abstract: An interface includes a blast plate having plate structure, the plate structure being formed to substantially conform to a certain portion of an exterior margin of a hull of a certain vehicle and being semi-permanently mounted to the hull by mounting to certain mounting devices present on the exterior margin of the hull and having mounting means for supportively mounting a standardized add-on device, the mounting means being designed to facilitate the add-on device being readily mountable on and demountable from the plate structure, the plate structure having structural characteristics for acting to protect the hull from effects of a blast directed at the hull. A modular assembly and a blast plate are further included.

Abstract: A blast-resistant armored land vehicle that may include a monocoque body comprised of sheet material with the bottom portion of the vehicle being substantially V-shaped. The apex of the V is substantially parallel with the centerline of the vehicle with the tip of the V having a radius of approximately 1-4 inches. The angle of the V may be approximately 115°-130°. The vehicle has a ground clearance of greater than 30 inches. The vehicle further includes an engine detachably affixed within the body, a transmission connected to the engine, a transfer case connected to the transmission having a front output shaft and a rear output shaft. The transfer case may be located at the approximate the fore and aft center of the vehicle and may be enclosed within a blast resistant that includes sheet material above the transfer case. The drive train may be connected to the engine and may be detachably affixed to the body.

Abstract: An anti-recoil system for counteracting recoil in firearms and weapons using a gas actuated piston assembly is disclosed. A recoil piston is acted upon by gas pressure routed from the receiver/barrel. High pressure gas causes forward movement of the recoil piston thereby generating a force opposing the recoil generated upon firing. A shock absorbing bumper connected to the piston engages the weapon's rearwardly moving bolt assembly. The bolt assembly forces the recoil piston rearward and compresses the bumper and expanded gas in the recoil piston chamber thereby absorbing additional recoil forces. Upon reaching a rear most position a gas relief valve is opened allowing venting of the compressed gases at which point the bolt operating main spring propels the bolt assembly forward, stripping the top round out of the ammunition magazine, loading the next round, locking the bolt and freeing the firing pin to fire the next round.

Abstract: A motor assembly including a body that includes a plurality of cylinders and a plurality of air channels and a conical shaped piston slidably coupled within each of said plurality of cylinders. The motor assembly also includes a rotatable timing shaft positioned concentric to and at least partially housed within the body and in flow communication with an air source and the plurality of air channels and a cam plate coupled to the timing shaft and configured to engage the pistons and generate torque.

Abstract: In an actuator, a first piston is attached to a first toothed rack, and a second piston is attached to a second toothed rack. A rotary member is attached to one pinion mating with the first or second toothed racks. A first volume is disposed in the cavity on one side of the first piston. A second volume is disposed in the cavity on another side of the first piston. A third volume is disposed on a side of the second piston opposite the second volume. A first fluid port is in fluid communication with the first volume via a primary fluid passage. A second fluid port, which is external to the cavity, is in fluid communication with the second volume. A fluid passage in the housing, external to the cavity and separate from the primary fluid passage connects the first and third volumes independently of the primary fluid passage.

Abstract: A system for gas-liquid separation in electrolysis processes is provided. The system includes a first compartment having a liquid carrier including a first gas therein and a second compartment having the liquid carrier including a second gas therein. The system also includes a gas-liquid separator fluidically coupled to the first and second compartments for separating the liquid carrier from the first and second gases.

Abstract: Embodiments of an apparatus for concentrating and collecting airborne particles (e.g., biological aerosols) from an air sample include an inlet adapted for receiving the air sample (e.g., from an external or surrounding environment), a first diffuser coupled to the inlet and adapted to concentrate the airborne particles into a particle flow, and at least a second diffuser coupled to the first diffuser in a cascaded configuration and adapted to further concentrate the particle flow.

Abstract: The method for removing mercury from a flue gas stream of the present invention is comprised of first treating a sorbent with a metal halide, and then contacting a sufficient amount of the sorbent with a gas stream for a sufficient amount of time to bind with a desired amount of the mercury in said gas stream. The metal is selected from Groups I and II of the periodic table of the elements. The halide is selected from the group consisting of I, Br, Cl. The metal halide comprises from about 0.5% to 25% by weight of said treated sorbent.

Abstract: A precleaner arrangement for use in separating a portion of entrained material in air from air entering an air cleaner, is provided. The precleaner arrangement includes a vane structure positioned to direct air into a circular or cyclonic pattern, to facilitate material separation. The vane structure includes one or more adjustable air deflection vanes. Each adjustable air deflection vane is constructed: to have a first position under no air flow or low air flow rate conditions; and, to deflect to import a more open, lower restriction, orientation under increased air flow rates. Preferred precleaner arrangement constructions, assemblies utilizing in the precleaner arrangement and methods are described.

Abstract: A dry compressed air module is provided for attachment to the frame of commercial vehicle. The dry compressed air module includes a shell, an air compressor, an air dryer, and a reservoir. The air compressor, the air dryer, and the reservoir are disposed on the shell, and can be collectively attached to the frame using the shell. The air dryer is provided with compressed air from the air compressor, and the reservoir is provided with dry compressed air from the air dryer. The reservoir capable of storing and supplying the dry compressed air to the vehicle.

Abstract: Electrostatic system is for optimal charging of aerosols and particulates. In order to improve their collection, the system uses a combination of DC field and AC fields produced by multiple AC electrodes. The system minimizes the size and power consumption of the device, as well as increasing the collection efficiency.

Abstract: An industrial vacuum loader is equipped with a composite silencer base to reduce unwanted noise. The composite silencer base includes a reactive dampening section and an absorptive dampening section. A blower (or vacuum pump) is mounted directly to the composite silencer base to further reduce unwanted noise generated by the blower (or vacuum pump).

Abstract: The invention relates to a fiber strip multiapplicator head of the type supplying multiple independent application strips, to be compacted jointly in an area (2) by means of a roller of flexible material, the independent strips being led through hollows defined by the structural formation of a body (3) in the sides of which assemblies are arranged, which assemblies comprise respective master rollers (4) for pulling the strips synchronized with the respective cutting systems (5).