Abstract: This invention relates to apparatus for setting a plug in, or retrieving a plug from, a horizontal xmas tree. The apparatus comprises a housing with a throughbore adapted to be releasably connected at a first end to a horizontal xmas tree, the housing including an at least one axially moveable member which also includes an at least one radially moveable element and a tool deployable within the housing throughbore by an elongate support and adapted to be releasably connected to the plug.

Abstract: An arrangement and method for controlling and regulating bottom hole pressure in a well during subsea drilling in deep water involves adjustment of a liquid/gas interface level in a high pressure drilling riser up or down to change the slope and offset of the pressure gradient in the well. The arrangement may include a surface BOP and gas bleeding outlet at the upper end of the drilling riser, a lower BOP with a by-pass line, and an outlet at a depth below the water surface that is connected to a pumping system with a flow return conduit running back to a drilling vessel or platform.

Abstract: A subsea well production system has a natural drive mode and a lift-assist mode using a submersible pump. The submersible pump can be installed while the well is live. The well system has a downhole safety valve in the production tubing. The operator closes the downhole safety valve and lowers an electrical submersible pump assembly into the production tubing. Once landed, the valve is opened and the pump assembly placed in operation.

Abstract: A low-pressure wellhead system with tubular heads and mandrels secured independently using threaded unions. A casing mandrel is secured to a wellhead by a first threaded union. Likewise, a tubing head spool is secured to the casing mandrel using a threaded union. A tubing hanger is also secured to the tubing head spool using a threaded union. An adapter flange may also be secured to the tubing hanger by a threaded union. Because this low-pressure wellhead is faster and easier to assemble and provides full bore access, there is less rig downtime, thus rendering the well completion process faster and more economical.

Abstract: An isolation assembly for downhole injection use is described that features at least one isolation device mounted on a tubular so that when injection fluid changes the tubular temperature which can cause a length change in the tubular, an anchor for the tubular is provided to resist such a dimension change. The result is that the isolation device such as a packer can be left undamaged and retaining its sealing integrity. The anchor can be an inflatable or telescoping pistons disposed to grab in open hole. When using telescoping pistons, their placement on the liner and their pattern can meet the desired locations where grip is enhanced. Use of cement inflatable anchors is contemplated as an alternative.

Abstract: A mechanical shoeing and, more specifically, a shoe which is intended to be mounted to the hoof of a sport horse that comprises: a front central part (3) or toe piece; two side branches (4 and 5) or quarters which extend freely from each side of the front central part, rear end portions (6 and 7) thereof forming heels; and holes (8, 9, 10, 11, and 12, 13, 14, 15) or nail holes which are defined in the side branches (4 and 5) in order to receive nails for fixing to the hoof (2). Moreover, in plan view, the inner hoof-facing surface (2) of each of the side branches (4 and 5) comprises zones (D and E) which belong to the rear end portions (6, 7) or heels and which are flared and, as well, are wider than the side branches (4, 5). In plan view, the inner face of each of the side branches (4 and 5) of the shoe also comprise a zone (A, B) which has a simple curved inner profile and which is narrowed such as to be narrower than zone C of the front central part (3) or toe piece.

Abstract: A residential or commercial sprinkler system is provided wherein the sprinkler heads and piping distribution network are provided with a relatively low pressure fire suppressant liquid in place of pneumatic pressure, which is typical, and control valve keeps fire suppressant supply pressure from entering the discharge sprinkler system at design discharge pressure until a fire detection system detects a fire condition. Upon the detection of a fire condition, a control valve is opened to provide the sprinkler heads and piping distribution network with a fully pressurized supply of fire suppressant. Also in the case of electric control power loss the system will operate from loss of outlet supervised pressure releasing sprinkler liquid suppressant to the discharge system of closed fused sprinklers.

Abstract: The invention concerns fire-extinguishing and/or fire-retarding compositions comprising at least one water-absorbing polymer and at least one alkali metal salt of a nonpolymeric saturated carboxylic acid, processes for their production and the use of the compositions for firefighting or as fire-retarding coatings.

Abstract: An apparatus for aerating lawns or the like for forming a plurality of holes in a turf surface and the underlying ground having a wheeled frame supporting an electric motor that is coupled to a pair of perforation bits through a coupling drive which imparts rotational motion to each bit. The bits are held at a fixed vertical position relative to the frame and a pair of wheels are attached to the frame rearward of the bits, such that the frame is rotatable through an arcuate path about the center of rotation of the pair of wheels. An operator rotates the frame forward to insert the bits through the turf surface and underlying ground and rotates the frame rearward to remove the bits. The bits are designed to push the underlying ground in a direction downward and transversely to each bit as it is makes a hole to prevent the underlying ground from displacing in a direction upward and out of the hole.

Abstract: The lawn aerating vehicle has front and rear steering sections, each of which supports an aerator drum. Each drum has multiple cutting tines extending radially outward for soil penetration during the aerating process. A hydraulic motor and a belt or chain drive connected to the front drum propel the vehicle. Steering actuators provide pivotal torque to the drums for steering. A hydraulic pump and reservoir provide hydraulic power to the hydraulic motor and actuators. A cylindrical member forms part of a vehicle suspension by connecting the rear and front steering sections. Frame members and an operator's cab are disposed above the suspension and can be pivoted around the cylindrical member to provide cab leveling by means of a cab leveling actuator. The two drums provide for double coverage per pass. External vehicle lights permit operation during nighttime and otherwise poor visibility conditions.

Abstract: An attachment for a motor grader mounts to the grader's ripper bar and uses the grader's auxiliary hydraulics. The attachment has an offset disk unit that is used to manage weed and grass growth in maintaining a roadway. The disk head is deployed on one side of the grader and folds into the grader when not in use.

Abstract: An implement mounting device for the front of a utility vehicle such as an agricultural tractor, the device having the two transversely spaced lift arms (2,3) having coupling hooks (6) at their outer ends and being connected at their inner ends to a cross shaft (1a) which is pivotally mounted on a frame of the vehicle. The liftarms are rotatable vertically relative to the frame by a piston and cylinder assembly (4).

Abstract: A convertible box blade uses hydraulic or manual power to open from the standard box plow into an open V configuration to fill in ditches with a single pass or build terraces or levees. Possible options installed on the V blade include ripper blades to rip up the soil to move or grade, or a landscape rake mounted behind the blade used for finish work.

Abstract: A stapler is incorporated in a finishing device associated with a document creating apparatus. The stapler has a control circuit with a memory and is driven by a variably powered motor. An end user inputs the job parameter information at the control panel of the document creating apparatus for each different set of documents to be reproduced and stapled. In response thereto, the control panel sends a particular variable start pulse signal to the stapler control circuit. The control circuit senses the duration of the variable start pulse. Based upon the duration of the variable start pulse signal, the control circuit selects the motion control profile to be provided to the stapler motor from the various profiles stored in the memory of the control circuit.

Abstract: An at least partially rotating and axially percussive hand-held machine tool (4) has an impact mechanism (5) with a guide tube (6) in which a percussion piston (7) is driven in an axially percussive manner by a pneumatic spring (8) and with a slip clutch (10) which is driven in rotation, encloses the guide tube (6), is provided axially with cams (9), and has a driving sleeve (11) and driven sleeve (12) which are biased axially relative to one another under pressure by a spring (13).

Abstract: A shock attenuating coupling device is provided for a rotary impact tool for drivingly connecting a hammer mechanism to a drive anvil. The shock attenuating coupling device includes a first coupling member, a second coupling member, a rolling member and a spring. The first coupling member has a longitudinal drive portion with an input end configured to couple for rotation with a hammer mechanism. The first coupling member also has an output end with a first engagement portion having a first ramped groove. The second coupling member is coaxial with the first coupling member and has an output end configured to couple for rotation with a drive anvil. The second coupling member also has an input end with a second engagement portion having a second ramped groove extending in a direction opposite a direction of the ramped groove. The second engagement portion is configured to cooperate with the first engagement portion. The rolling member is provided between the first ramped groove and the second ramped groove.

Abstract: An auxiliary handle for a hand-held power tool has a handle part gripped by a hand of an operator and defining an axial direction. An attachment part with which the auxiliary handle is to be attached to a power tool is provided. An elastic damping element connects the handle part and the attachment part, wherein the handle part is secured to the attachment part by positive fit. A unitary holding section is connected to the handle part or the attachment part and a unitary securing section is connected to the attachment part or the handle part. The holding section surrounds with lateral play in all directions the securing section on all sides so that a damping space is generated between the securing section and the holding section. The damping element fills out the damping space at least partially.

Abstract: An elastic unit includes a transatory unit including a first elastic support member, a second elastic support member and not-shown four round bar-shaped elastic bodies made of rubber. A rotation urging unit is composed of a Neidhart spring including an outer frame, a shaft, a rotary member, and four rubber rods. The rotary member is in a state where it is rotated at 10° counterclockwise from an initial state. Therefore, the rubber rod deforms upon reception of rolling friction from the outer frame and the rotary member, and the rotation urging unit gives the handle portion the urging power by which the handle portion is rotated so that one end of the handle portion is spaced away from a gear housing 31 in the direction of the handle portion.

Abstract: In a hand power tool, including a first housing part and a second housing part as well as a damping element between the first housing part and the second housing part, the damping element is connectable to the first housing part and the second housing part, wherein the first housing part and the second housing part are spaced apart from one another longitudinally of the hand power tool.

Abstract: A low inductance structure for improving the integrity of data signals carried in an optical subassembly is disclosed. In one embodiment the optical subassembly comprises a housing containing a lens assembly and an optical isolator. The optical subassembly further includes an optoelectronic package having a base defining a mounting surface that cooperates with a cap to define a hermetic enclosure. First and second signal leads of the subassembly include ends that extend into the hermetic enclosure. A submount is disposed on the base mounting surface. A low inductance structure is integrally formed with the submount and includes a dielectric body interposed between the first and second leads. The body includes shaped edges and conductive pad structures in electrical communication with conductive traces disposed on the submount. Each pad structure is also in electrical communication with a respective one of the first and second signal leads via a plurality of wirebonds.

Abstract: An adapter closure structure for electrical conduit systems of the type having conduit bodies, for which additional conduit access to an in-service conduit junction box can be provided without the need for removing and/or rewiring the in-service junction box. In a first embodiment, a structure is provided in the form of a closure plate having one or more conduit hubs to replace a flat closure plate on one side of a conduit body. In a second embodiment, a second conduit body may be joined to the in-service body utilizing a novel coupling ring. In this alternative embodiment, the second body can provide additional interior working space. In addition the second body may also optionally add one or several additional conduit hubs for added access to the in-service system. In both embodiments, the closure structure is fitted into a female opening of the conduit body for structural integrity.

Abstract: A power supply system including an element connected to a remote power supply source or power consumer through an electric power supply device. The element is movably arranged in relation the source or consumer in an environment in which at least a part of the power supply device is subjected to water and water vapor and to repeated bending motion due to the movement of the element. The electric power supply device includes an electric cable that includes a conductor and at least one layer of an electrically insulating material applied on the outside of the conductor. The device includes a member for preventing water and vapor intrusion into the layer. The member includes a flexible, watertight, vapor impermeable, fatigue resistant, separate tubing that surrounds the electric cable.

Abstract: A line guide device for guiding lines can comprise a plurality of links, connected to each other in articulated fashion, where at least some, or all, of the links each display a bottom element, opposite side walls and at least one cover element, the plurality of links are integrally moulded on one another in one piece, forming a continuous strand, and the line guide device can be arranged to form a lower run, a curved section and an upper run. For the purpose of low-cost manufacture and versatile utility with comparatively small cross-sections of the links, it is proposed that the bottom element (3) and both opposite side walls (4) of the links are designed in one piece as essentially rigid U-sections, and the cover element (5a, 5b) of the respective link is integrally moulded on at least one side wall (4) of said link and designed to be moveable, and can be moved into a position closing the link and a position releasing it.

Abstract: An effective method to create very large electronic displays forms the structure using fiber or tube arrays or electroded sheets containing wire electrodes. The electroded sheets are formed by embedding wire electrodes into the surface of a polymer substrate and electrically connecting a patterned transparent conductive electrode lines to the wires. The wire electrodes are used to carry the bulk of the current and the transparent conductive electrode is used to spread the charge or voltage from the wire electrode across the line of pixels. In most display applications, the electroded surface of the electroded sheet has to be flattened. The electroded sheets may be used to form many different types of displays.

Abstract: A multi-layer wiring for use with thin film transistors (TFTs), methods of manufacturing the multi-layer wiring, and TFTs employing the multi-layer wiring are provided. In one embodiment, the multi-layer wiring includes a main wiring and a sub-wiring on the main wiring. The main wiring includes a first metal and the sub-wiring includes an alloy wherein a majority of the alloy is the first metal. The multi-layer wiring can exhibit decreased electrical resistance and a reduced tendency to develop malfunctions such as hillocks or spiking. The multi-layer wiring can also exhibit improved contact characteristics with other conductive elements of TFT display devices.

Abstract: A two-piece clip includes: a grommet; and a pin-shaped member, wherein: the grommet includes a leg portions, an elastic engagement member formed on a side wall through a slit, and a sliding protrusion; the pin-shaped member includes an insertion member to be inserted into the slit; the insertion member is provided on an inner side face with a cam, the cam including: a first slope portion sloped for guiding the sliding protrusion inward of the leg portion; a crest portion at the trailing end of the first slope portion for positioning the sliding protrusion to the most inside of the leg portion; and a second slope portion sloped for guiding the sliding protrusion outward of the leg portion; and an open portion for not regulating the sliding protrusion.

Abstract: The present invention realizes high density mounting along with achieving power source sharing by a digital semiconductor element and an analog semiconductor element in a semiconductor device. An power layer for analog is connected to one end of an EBG layer, a power layer for digital is connected to the other end of the EBG layer, ground terminals for the respective elements are connected to a common ground layer, and a ground layer for separating the power layer for analog and the EBG layer from each other is disposed between the power layer for analog and the EBG layer. Thereby, high density mounting is achieved along with reducing interference of power source to an analog chip.

Abstract: The present invention has an object to provide an electronic circuit capable of efficiently transmitting signals in a case where signals are transmitted over substrates with three or more substrates three-dimensionally mounted. In the present invention, LSI chips are stacked in three layers, and a bus is formed over three chips. The first through the third transmitter coils 13a, 13b, 13c and the first through the third receiver coils 15a, 15b, 15c are formed by wiring on the first through the third LSI chips 11a, 11b, 11c. These three pairs of transmitter and receiver coils are disposed so that the centers of the openings thereof are coincident with each other, whereby three pairs of transmitter and receiver coils 13 and 15 form inductive coupling to enable communications.

Abstract: A high speed interposer which includes a substrate having alternatingly oriented dielectric and conductive layers which form a substrate, openings which extend from one opposing surface of the substrate to a second opposing surface, conductive members positioned within the openings and also extending from surface to surface (and beyond, in some embodiments), and a plurality of shielding members positioned substantially around the conductive members to provide shielding therefore during the passage of high frequency signals through the conductive members.

Abstract: An electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding filter includes a conductive pattern for shielding electromagnetic waves; and blackened layers formed on a surface of the conductive pattern. The electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding filter is manufactured by preparing a base film; forming on the base film a first blackened layer, a conductive layer, and a second blackened layer in sequence; and patterning the first blackened layer, the conductive layer, and the second blackened layer by using a same mask, and forming on front and rear surfaces of an EMI shielding layer a conductive pattern comprising the first and second blackened layers.

Abstract: Unauthorized electronic access to RFID devices embedded in credit cards, personal identification cards, and other cards is prevented by providing wallets, purses, card holders, and other card receiving devices with layers of electromagnetic shielding material which substantially surround cards having RFID devices embedded therein.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for shielding an object from relative high electromagnetic radio frequencies while allowing airflow to pass to and from the object are disclosed. According to one aspect of the present invention, a shield arrangement that shields a chassis includes at least a first plane and a second plane. The first plane has a thickness and defines a first plurality of openings that include a first opening and a second opening that are separated by at least a distance that is a function of the thickness. The second plane defines at least a third opening, and is approximately parallel to the first plane. The second plane is spaced apart from the first plane by a spacing that is a function of at least the thickness.

Abstract: A package-on-package system is provided with a base package. Solder caps are provided on the top of the base package. The solder caps are configured to protrude above subsequent resin bleed, and are configured for merging with solder balls of a top package to form larger solder balls between such a top package and the base package.

Abstract: An active vibration control device improves drilling by actively applying a dampening profile and/or a controlled vibration to a drill string and/or bottomhole assembly (BHA). Embodiments of the present invention control the behavior of a drill string and/or BHA in order to prevent or minimize the occurrence of harmful drill string/BHA motion and/or to apply a vibration to the drill string/BHA that improves one or more aspects of the drilling process. Measurements of one or more selected parameters of interest are processed to determine whether the undesirable vibration or motion is present in the drill string or BHA and/or whether the drill string and/or BHA operation can be improved by the application of a controlled vibration. If either or both conditions are detected, corrective action is formulated and appropriate control signals are transmitted to one or more devices in the drill string and/or BHA.

Abstract: To assemble a sensor array having plural sections, the sections of the sensor array are sealably attached, where the sections include sensors and cable segments. An inert gas is flowed through at least one inner fluid path inside the sensor array when the sections of the sensor array are being sealably attached.

Abstract: A wiper may be supported on at least one of a radially inwardly or radially outwardly facing dynamic interface surfaces of a pair surfaces on respective cutter journal and cutter shell. The wiper may be in the form of a low profile lug having a leading edge generally diagonally oriented relative to an axis of rotation of the cutter shell on the cutter journal. Thus, the leading edge of the wiper will move formation particles axially out from between the cutter journal and the cutter shell and away from a bearing seal. The wiper may have a height less than a regular clearance between the journal and the shell. A plurality of wipers may be supported on the dynamic interface surface of either the shell or the journal and may extend into close proximity to the oppositely facing dynamic interface surface of the other of the shell or the journal.

Abstract: Methods are provided that include a method comprising providing a consolidating agent emulsion composition comprising an aqueous fluid, an emulsifying agent, and a consolidating agent; and introducing the consolidating agent emulsion composition into at least a portion of a subterranean formation. In some embodiments, the consolidating agent emulsion composition may be introduced into at least a portion of a propped fracture that comprises proppant particulates and allowed to at least partially consolidate at least a portion of the propped fracture. In some embodiments, the consolidating agent emulsion composition comprises a resin composition. Additional methods are also provided.

Abstract: A reaming tool includes a tubular body having a nose portion with a concave center. A plurality of blades defining junk slots therebetween extend axially behind the nose and taper outwardly from the exterior of the tubular body. Rotationally leading edges of the blades carry a plurality of cutting elements from the axially leading ends. Selected surfaces and edges of the blades bear tungsten carbide, which may comprise crushed tungsten carbide. The shell of the nose is configured to ensure drillout from the centerline thereof toward the side wall of the tubular body. A method of drilling out a reaming tool is also disclosed.

Abstract: A system and method of measuring and dispensing material in a container is disclosed. The system may comprise a container, a feeder, a frame, a first sensor, and a second sensor. The container is configured to contain the material. The feeder receives and conveys material from the container. The frame is pivotal about a pivot and supports at least the container. The first sensor produces a signal representative of at least a weight of a portion of the material in the container. The second sensor produces a signal representative of the weight being applied to the pivot or fulcrum, which may be a portion of the weight within the container. A device sums the weights detected by the first sensor and the second sensor.

Abstract: A sensing device is provided having an image sensor for sensing coded tags disposed on an interactive surface, a force sensor configured to sense a force applied to the interactive surface by the sensing device to generate force data indicative of the force, a processor configured to generate, using at least one sensed coded tag, indicating data, and a transmitter configured to communicate the indicating and force data to a computer system. Each coded tag encoding data identifies an orientation of that coded tag. The indicating data is indicative of a rotational orientation of the sensing device relative to interactive surface.

Abstract: A dual lever steering control mechanism for a mounting a control lever or stick to a mower is disclosed. The mechanism includes a housing with an opening, a forward/reverse lever insertable through the opening and pivoting on a first axis, and a neutral position lever pivotably attached to the forward/reverse lever to pivot on a second axis transverse to the first axis. The control lever may be attached to the neutral position lever at a plurality of different height and fore/aft settings.

Abstract: A bio-inspired device is provided designed to scale smooth vertical surfaces using anisotropic frictional materials. The device draws its inspiration from geckos and other climbing lizards and employs similar compliance and force control strategies to climb (or hang onto) smooth vertical surfaces including glass, tile and plastic panels. Foremost among the design features embodied in the device are multiple levels of compliance, at length scales ranging from centimeters to micrometers, to allow the device to conform to surfaces and maintain large real areas of contact so that adhesive forces can support it. Structures within the feet ensure even stress distributions over each toe and facilitate engagement and disengagement of the adhesive materials. A force control strategy works in conjunction with the anisotropic adhesive materials to obtain sufficient levels of friction and adhesion for climbing with low attachment and detachment forces.

Abstract: The present invention is a device adapted to transport wheelchairs. The device comprises a body, a motor driven wheel coupled to the body, and a hitch mechanism coupled to the body. The hitch mechanism includes a first wheelchair engagement member displaceable relative to rest of the hitch mechanism.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cleaning cart which comprises a base, at least three wheels mounted laterally or under the base and a structure, arranged over the base, for receiving cleaning utensils, as well as a handle. On the underside of the base at least one electric motor is functionally linked with a respective transmission which acts upon at least one of the wheels.

Abstract: In a cooling structure for the secondary battery, a first exhaust duct is connected to a first battery pack. The first exhaust duct includes a first center exhaust duct extending between the driver seat and the front passenger seat towards a vehicle rear side, and a first under seat exhaust duct extending under the driver seat. A second exhaust duct is connected to a second battery pack. The second exhaust duct includes a second center exhaust duct and a second under seat exhaust duct extending under the front passenger seat. By this structure, a cooling structure for a secondary battery that can ensure a favorable environment of interior comfort in the vehicle, free from any negative effect caused by the cooling air discharged from the battery pack, can be provided.

Abstract: An enclosure assembly configured to enhance accessibility to a drive unit of a vehicular agricultural applicator is provided. The enclosure assembly generally includes a housing, and a hinged panel pivotal about an axis defined by a hinge assembly between an open and a closed position with respect to the housing. The axis is generally aligned in a fore and aft direction. The enclosure assembly further includes an arm pivotally coupled at the hinged panel and movable between a stowed position and an extended position. In the folded position, the arm is retained in a slot at the hinged panel. In the extended position, the arm is in general vertical alignment engaged at the housing so as to hold the hinged panel in the open position.

Abstract: A sideloader forklift vehicle has a chassis supported on a plurality of wheels, a forklift mechanism supported on the chassis, an operator's cab supported on the chassis, and a battery cabinet supported on the chassis for electrically powering the sideloader forklift vehicle. The battery cabinet is elongated along a line parallel to the cab side edge of the chassis and has a cab side face located at a distance from the cab side edge whereby an operator within the operator's cab has a clear line of vision to a corner of the chassis defined by the cab side edge and the front end edge of the chassis. A side cabinet is provided between the cab side face of the battery cabinet and the cab side edge of the chassis, tapered in height from the cab to the front end edge of the vehicle chassis.

Abstract: A golf car or utility vehicle having a composite body. In some aspects of the invention, the golf car or utility vehicle has a composite body assembly that includes a front clam shell assembly and a rear shell-like body. In other aspects, the golf car or utility vehicle includes a composite body assembly having a periphery and one or more decorative body panels, the decorative body panels being recessed inwardly relative to the composite body assembly periphery to prevent impacts to the panels.

Abstract: An energy recovery system including a device that produces a magnetic field, which is adapted for mounting to a vehicle, and a stationary conductor adapted for placing in or adjacent the path of the vehicle wherein the magnetic field induces current to flow through the conductor when the vehicle moves past the conductor. The device is adapted to move between an operative position in close proximity to the stationary conductor and a stowed position further away from the stationary conductor.

Abstract: A power output apparatus includes first and second motor generators, first and second inverters and a relay circuit. The first and second motor generators include first and second 3-phase coils, respectively. The first inverter alters periodically the potential at a first neutral point of the 3-phase coil. The second inverter alters periodically the potential of the second neutral point of the second 3-phase coil at phase corresponding to a phase-inverted version of the potential change of the first neutral point. The relay circuit responds to a control signal from the control device to electrically connect first and second AC lines to a connector, and provides an alternating voltage generated across the first and second neutral points to the connector.