Abstract: An expandable reamer apparatus and methods for reaming a borehole, wherein a laterally movable blade carried by a tubular body may be selectively positioned at an inward position and an expanded position. The laterally movable blade, held inwardly by blade-biasing elements, may be forced outwardly by drilling fluid selectively allowed to communicate therewith by way of an actuation sleeve disposed within the tubular body. Alternatively, a separation element may transmit force or pressure from the drilling fluid to the movable blade. Further, a chamber in communication with the movable blade may be pressurized by way of a downhole turbine or pump. A ridged seal wiper, compensator, movable bearing pad, fixed bearing pad preceding the movable blade, or adjustable spacer element to alter expanded blade position may be included within the expandable reamer. In addition, a drilling fluid pressure response indicating an operational characteristic of the expandable reamer may be generated.

Abstract: A one-piece drilling head (4) which is to be secured, in a material-locking manner, at an end of a helical shaft of a drill, is formed of hard material and includes four radially extending, in a cross-shaped manner, legs (5) forming, respectively, two diametrically opposite main cutting edges (6) and two auxiliary cutting edges (7), with the main cutting edges (6) and the auxiliary cutting edges (7) extending proceeding from a drilling head drilling head tip (8), monotonously and strictly axially up to a radially outer edge, and with an envelope surface (9?) of the auxiliary cutting edges (7) lying completely within an envelope surface (9) of the main cutting edges (6) and contacts the same only at the drilling head tip (8).

Abstract: A steel body bit nozzle assembly comprising a bit body having a port therein with a sleeve disposed adjacent a nozzle in the port and an annular seal disposed between an outer wall each of the sleeve and the nozzle and a wall of the port, each seal being received and compressed in an annular seal groove located between its respective component and the bit body. A nozzle pocket insert assembly and a method of manufacturing or retrofitting a steel body bit for use of the nozzle pocket insert assembly are also disclosed.

Abstract: A force-measuring device (100) with at least one housing (20) has an interior space and at least one force-measuring cell (110) installed therein. At least one parameter characterizing an existing high-frequency electromagnetic field is determined by a sensor (50) arranged in the interior space or a sensor arranged outside of the housing, the sensor being adapted for detecting high-frequency electromagnetic fields. After an electromagnetic field is detected and compared to a threshold value, a response action of the force-measuring device is triggered if the detected parameter value exceeds the threshold value.

Abstract: A travel control method for a self-propelled carriage having a travel control section for controlling steering-driving wheels. In the method, the steering-driving wheels are steered by a predetermined angle based on a direction change command, and in this state, the carriage is moved forward and backward for a predetermined distance to make the carriage depart from a base line. Then, the carriage is steered toward the base line to return to the base line. After that, the carriage is made to be able to travel along the base line.

Abstract: A plug-in hybrid accessory belt drive system comprising a vehicle engine accessory belt drive, the accessory belt drive comprising engine accessories, a motor/generator engaged with the accessory belt drive, the motor/generator for driving the accessory drive, a rechargeable electrical energy source connected to the motor/generator for driving the motor/generator on demand, the rechargeable electrical energy course connected to a vehicle electrical load, and the rechargeable electrical energy source connectable to a recharging energy source.

Abstract: In requirement of catalyst degradation control with setting of a catalyst degradation control flag Fc to 1, the braking control of the invention sets torque commands Tm1* and Tm2* of two motors and controls the operations of an engine and the two motors to shift a drive point of the engine on an optimum fuel consumption operation curve by a preset rotation speed variation Nrt1 in a specific range of rotation speed that ensures no occurrence of a misfire in the engine within an input limit Win of a battery and to ensure output of a braking torque demand Tr* to a ring gear shaft or driveshaft (steps S200 to S250). Such braking control stably lowers a rotation speed Ne of the engine to a target rotation speed Ne* and desirably enhances the fuel consumption under the catalyst degradation control.

Abstract: Turbocompressors 1 comprise a turbine 10, a compressor 30, a rotatable shaft 20 connecting the turbine 10 and compressor 30 at opposite ends of the shaft 20, and an electric motor 50 coupled to the compressor 30. The turbine 10 comprises an inlet port 14 configured to receive an air feed, and a turbine wheel 12 connected to the shaft 20 and configured to rotate in response to a torque (?M) provided by the air feed. The rotation of the turbine wheel 12 is rotates the rotatable shaft 20 and a compressor wheel 32 of the compressor 30 connected thereto. The compressor 30 comprises an inlet port configured to receive and compress an air feed. The electric motor 50 may deliver a torque (?M) to the compressor wheel 32 in a direction opposite the direction of rotation of the rotatable shaft 20 in order to shut down the turbocompressor 1.

Abstract: For operation of a motor vehicle with at least one first drive motor (ENG—1), at least one electrical consumer of the first drive motor (ENG—1) is operated in an energy-saving mode (STATE_EGY_LOW) after autonomous switching-off of said first drive motor (ENG 1). The autonomous switching-off of the first drive motor (ENG 1) is independent of any intentional switching-off of the first drive motor (ENG—1) by a driver of the motor vehicle.

Abstract: A vehicle having a sufficient length of exhaust pipe and a member disposed above a rear suspension that is not too high. An exhaust pipe is connected to a rearward side of an engine. A rear suspension absorbs shocks generated when a rear wheel moves up and down. A coil-form part of the exhaust pipe is located between the rear suspension and a tire house of the rear wheel, within which the rear wheel moves up and down.

Abstract: A body frame for a vehicle such as a motorcycle with a minimized number of parts. A main frame is connected to a head pipe and supports a rear arm to which a rear wheel is attached. A tank rail is connected to the head pipe at one end and to the main frame at the other end.

Abstract: Linearly adjustable torque transmission systems and methods for a power driven machine are provided. The system can include a first wheel adapted to be rotatably driven. The system can further include a second wheel positioned proximate the first wheel that can engage the first wheel such that rotational movement of the first wheel can impart rotational movement to the second wheel. The second wheel can be coupled to a shaft with bearings between the second wheel and the shaft such that the second wheel is movable along the shaft in a lateral direction while the second wheel is coupled to the shaft wherein rotational movement of the second wheel rotationally moves the shaft.

Abstract: Present invention of vehicle's steering wheel rotation angle sensing device comprises, rotor rotating connected with steering shaft transmitting manipulation power to vehicle's wheel; main gear rotating connected with said rotor; first rotation gear and second rotation gear rotating with said main gear; first magnetic body and second magnetic body rotated in same rotation ratio with first rotation gear and second rotation gear connected with them individually, formed in hexahedral shape in which upper surface is larger than opposite bottom surface; first sensor and second sensor sensing phase change caused by rotation of said first magnetic body and second magnetic body; PCB substrate comprising said first sensor and second sensor and various terminals and pins; housing.

Abstract: Elastodynamic waves are generated by a tool having a hammer rotatably connected with a housing by a first hinge and an actuator arm rotatably connected with the hammer by a second hinge. An axial force applied to the actuator arm by a drive shaft and spring is translated and amplified to a radial impact force by rotation of the hammer around the first hinge. The tool may also include a stabilizer arm connected to the actuator arm by a third hinge, and connected to the housing by a fourth hinge. The housing may be an acoustic wireline tool cylinder having an opening that permits the hammer mass to extend outside the housing when rotated in a first direction. The housing may also include a second opening that permits the hammer mass to extend outside the housing when rotated in a second direction, and a third opening that permits the hammer mass to extend outside the housing when rotated between the first and second openings.

Abstract: A low frequency exponential bass horn enclosure employing a large area unitary throat pathway, bifurcated at a substantially parabolic rearward channel wall, convertible to a front-loaded or rear-loaded configuration by the use of interchangeable parts, with driver access from the front. Intended for corner placement, however, fully enclosed horn channel allows for floor use. The axially-centered throat expands vertically, exhausts rearward, and is bifurcated at the back of the enclosure with two hard reflection points, comprising a single fold, in which the vertically arranged horn terminus exhausts with a forward-canted splay angle around a partially rectangular back chamber.

Abstract: A motorcycle having a tail pipe formed from a pair of branch pipes that branch from a main pipe and that ensures a sound absorbing effect. A muffler has a casing that surrounds a rear section of an exhaust pipe, and a sound absorbing material that is filled between the casing and the rear section of the exhaust pipe. The rear section of the exhaust pipe includes a main pipe that is connected to the exhaust pipe and that extends to the rear, and first and second branch pipes that are connected to and branch from the main pipe and extend to the rear. A cross sectional area of the casing, when viewed from an exhaust gas flow direction becomes larger as the casing extends toward the branch pipe side.

Abstract: A baffle assembly for engaging a panel and a method of manufacturing the same are disclosed. A baffle assembly may include at least two baffles, each having a rigid carrier and an expandable material, which are linked by a connecting member which allows each baffle to pivot about the connecting member. The baffles may each include an attachment member configured to engage a first aperture and a second aperture, respectively, in a panel. A method of manufacturing a carrier for engaging a panel may include forming at least two baffles, and forming a connecting member between the baffles that allows the baffles to pivot about the connecting member.

Abstract: A high-efficiency, frequency-tunable, acoustic wool, includes a multiplicity of randomly-arrayed, continuous fibers. The fibers have segments differing in at least one physical parameter for attenuating acoustic vibrations. A method of attenuating acoustic vibrations includes providing continuous fibers having segments differing in at least one physical parameter. A multiplicity of the fibers are randomly arrayed into an acoustic wool.

Abstract: A catwalk is provided for use in trenching operations that provides increased safety and improves efficiency. Methods are also provided that save time over the prior process of building multiple land bridges. Selected features include reduction in the number of ladders used increases worker safety, along with several other safety features such as catwalk railings, holding devices for ladders, etc. One catwalk is shown with a skid assembly to further increases efficiency by allowing the trench box to be towed with the catwalk in place. A manhole catwalk is shown for easy and safe inspection of manholes without the need for ladders.

Abstract: A drain cock for an engine oil pan that can prevent the engine oil from leaking due to the wear and tear of a screw thread on the drain cock, the drain cock includes a drain hole established on the bottom of the engine oil pan, a receptacle for exchanging engine oil attached to open and close the drain hole, an insertion for exchanging engine oil inserted in or drawn out of the receptacle in a sliding fashion, a bolt and a spring established inside the insertion, and a nut cap for opening and closing oil, connected to the bottom of the bolt, for opening and closing the drain hole.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a construction machine having a main drive and a secondary drive, the secondary drive being functionally connected to an add-on assembly, and having a lubricant oil diversion, which diverts a partial lubricant oil quantity from the lubricant oil supply of the main drive. Furthermore, the present invention relates to an engine having a lubricant oil diversion for an add-on assembly, as well as an add-on assembly which has a lubricant oil diversion for attachment to a lubricant oil supply system of the main drive. Finally, the present invention also relates to a lubricant oil supply system and a method for the oil lubrication of an add-on assembly.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for scavenging lubricant is disclosed herein. In the invention, a rotating structure is encircled within a sump housing and subjected to lubrication. The sump housing collects high-momentum lubricant flow and low-momentum lubricant flow. The interior of the sump housing is separated into a plurality of chambers with at least one dynamic seal. The at least one dynamic seal extends between the sump housing and the rotating structure to isolate the high-momentum lubricant flow from the low-momentum lubricant flow.

Abstract: The amount of lubricant oil supplied to a bearing is optimized. A main-shaft lubrication device includes a supply device for variably supplying lubricant oil to bearings which support a main shaft, a collection device for collecting, from the bearings, the lubricant oil supplied from the supply device, a measurement device for measuring the amount of lubricant oil collected by the collection device, and a control device for controlling the amount of lubricant oil to be supplied from the supply device.

Abstract: An elevator includes guide rails (2) laid in an elevator shaft vertically, an elevator car (3) moving up and down along the guide rails, guiding units (6) provided on the elevator car for guiding it, the guiding unit having a magnet unit including cores (11) and coils (12) forming electromagnets to generate a magnetic force against the guide rail through an air gap and a controller (21) for controlling the magnetic force by maneuvering an exciting current for exciting the electromagnets. The controller (21) controls the magnetic force so as to make the guiding units in non-contact with the guide rails when the elevator car is traveling and brings the guiding units into contact with the guide rails when the elevator car is stopped, so that the guiding units attract and fix the guide rails while the elevator car is stopped.

Abstract: A hand brake mechanism having a mechanism to disengage a release lever disposed within a clutch and release assembly at the beginning of the brake application cycle. This mechanism includes a holding pawl having a force transmitting member which cooperates with a force receiving member disposed within the release lever to effect rotational motion onto the release lever at the beginning of the brake application cycle. At least one spring is provided to substantially complete rotational motion of the release lever.

Abstract: A spot-type disc brake with a housing comprising a housing bridge, with at least one housing leg having an actuating assembly unit comprising an actuator unit and a component movable along an axis of movement. At least one brake shoe is arranged at the component and is slidably supported on at least one support. The brake shoe is braced with the support against an abutment surface by means of a hold-down spring. The abutment surface of the hold-down spring is arranged non-parallel to the axis of movement. Thereby, not only a radial preloading force FR is produced, but also a force component FX normal thereto, which assists the retracting movement of the brake shoe from the brake disc, thus improving the clearance behavior.

Abstract: An electric direct-acting actuator is proposed which can maintain a large power increasing function without mounting a separate speed reducer. A plurality of planetary rollers 7 are disposed between the radially outer surface of a rotor shaft 5 of an electric motor and the radially inner surface of an outer ring member 1 fixed in position around the rotor shaft 5 so as to be rotatable about the rotor shaft 5 and about their own axes when the rotor shaft 5 rotates. A helical rib is defined by a rib member 9 engaged in a helical groove 8 formed in the radially inner surface of the outer ring member 1. The helical rib is engaged in circumferential grooves 10 formed in the radially outer surface of each planetary roller 7 at the same pitch as the turns of the helical rib. Thus, the rotary motion of the rotor shaft 5 is converted to a linear motion of the planetary rollers 7, so that it is possible to ensure a large power increasing function without mounting a separate speed reducer.

Abstract: A braking device for a power winch includes a first driving block having one side fixed with two symmetrical posts having their outer ends respectively cut with a stepped notch and having two accommodating spaces formed between them. A second driving block has one side secured with two symmetrical posts respectively positioned in the accommodating spaces of the first driving block and respectively having their outer ends provided with a stepped notch. A braking spring is fitted around the outer circumference of the posts of the first and the second driving block, having the opposite end respectively formed with a hook end bent inward to be respectively moved in the notches of the first or the second driving block. When the motor is electrically disconnected, the elastic wires of the braking spring are forced by the driving block to expand outward and carry out braking.

Abstract: A motorcycle wheel speed sensor mounting structure, includes an axle holder for supporting a front wheel is disposed below a front fork of the motorcycle and an axle support disposed in a lower part of the axle holder. Further, a caliper mount, for supporting a brake caliper of a disc brake, is disposed on a rear portion of the axle holder and a wheel speed sensor is mounted on the caliper mount, wherein the wheel speed sensor is located above a line connecting a lower end of the axle support to a lower end of the caliper mount.

Abstract: A pad shield is mountable over an access opening provided in a disc brake caliper and includes a pair of shell sections, a bridge extending between and interconnecting the shell sections, and a resiliently deformable spring also extending between and interconnecting the shell sections. By way of such a construction, upon mounting the pad shield in position over the access opening, the pad shield can be resiliently retained in place by counterbalanced forces acting on the shell sections, the bridge, and the spring. These forces cooperate to retain the pad shield on the caliper, in an essentially vibration-free and noiseless manner, by way of a component that already exists on the brake and without any need for additional parts protruding beyond a current caliper profile.

Abstract: A fluid jacket for a disc brake is provided that promotes a balanced flow of cooling fluid throughout the fluid jacket to most effectively remove heat from the disc brake. The fluid jacket includes an annular body configured for engagement with a friction surface. The annular body defines a plurality of concentric flow passages. The annular body further defines first and second axial flow passages in fluid communication with first and second flow passages, respectively of the plurality of concentric flow passages, with the first and second flow passage separated by a third concentric flow passage. The annular body further defines a radial flow passage extending between the first and second axial flow passages, and a fluid inlet in fluid communication with the radial flow passage.

Abstract: The present invention relates to parking brake lever system 1 for manually tightening and releasing of at least one brake cable 90, wherein the parking brake lever system 1 comprises at least one rotation arm 10, 12 pivotably supported at a fixed support 50, wherein the rotation arm 10, 12 is connected to the brake cable 90, and at least one actuation lever 20, 22, which at a first end thereof is pivotably connected to the rotation arm 10, 12 and which at a second end thereof is rigidly connected to a hand grip 40, wherein the actuation lever 20, 22 is slidingly supported at the fixed support 50, such that the hand grip 40 defines a curved path during actuation of the parking brake lever system 1.

Abstract: A chassis suspension for a motor vehicle comprises an electrically driven chassis suspension component having a contact unit which is detachably linked with a mating contact unit disposed on a control cable. The mating contact unit is provided with an acceleration sensor having a connection cable.

Abstract: Luggage is disclosed that includes a main body that defines an interior compartment bounded by a top wall, a bottom wall, a front wall, a rear wall, and side walls. The front wall is hingeably connected with one of the side walls and includes a closing mechanism for sealing or unsealing the interior compartment. An accessory compartment is formed within one of the front wall, the rear wall, or one of the side walls. The accessory pocket includes a first sealable access mechanism to permit access to the accessory pocket from an exterior of the main body. It also includes a second access mechanism to permit access to the accessory pocket from the interior of the main body. Wheels are positioned along the bottom wall, and handle assembly is attached with the main body and deployable from a stowed position.

Abstract: The present invention provides a new and useful interactive gift-giving, packaging, and keepsake storage system, method and kit that can include an assortment of gifts and a gift container, and carrying case. The gift packaging system can be pre-packaged together in a collapsed configuration that can be assembled into a constructed configuration. A gift container is provided of generally rigid material that can be collapsible and constructible. When erected, the gift container forms a suitable gift-giving or packaging system generally in the form of a wardrobe, closet or armoire. The gift container can further comprise an accessory box, a multi-accessory gift box, a shelf, a rod and brackets, and an anchor panel. The system can include a case for substantially enclosing the gift container to assist in the transport or concealment of the gift case. The carrying case, accessory box, and multi-accessory gift box can be comprised of generally rigid material that can collapsible and constructible.

Abstract: A gravity biased constant response pantograph is disclosed. A counterweight is used to lift a collector towards an overhead conductor. A constraint mechanism constrains movement of the collector to remain substantially vertical thru the entire range of working travel. The counterweight provides a driving force via the force of gravity. A lift mechanism suitable for receiving the driving force drives a travelling assembly upwards towards the overhead conductor. The travelling assembly can be realized combining various types of collectors and masts. The counterweight is provided in two portions to accommodate various combinations of masts and collectors. By further trimming the weight of the counterweight, the amount of constant response force acting on the travelling assembly can be precisely pre-determined to be substantially constant throughout the entire range of travel of the travelling assembly.

Abstract: A dual-input clutch transmission is provided having a torque converter with a rotatable hub, the transmission comprising a transmission pump having internal fluid channels and a rotor set which is drivingly connected to the hub, and a dual-input clutch in fluid communication with the transmission pump through the fluid channels. The pump and torque converter are positioned along a common axis of rotation, the pump circumscribing the torque converter hub to reduce axial space. The dual-input clutch is mounted to the transmission pump housing for structural support. A method is also provided for reducing axial space within a dual-input clutch transmission having a torque converter, including providing an on-axis transmission pump with a housing and rotor set, providing a torque converter with a rotatable hub which is drivingly connected to the rotor set for powering of the transmission pump, and mounting the dual-input clutch to the pump housing for support.

Abstract: A coupling assembly includes a first coupling member having a pocket and a fluid passage that extends toward the pocket, and a second coupling member having a locking formation. The assembly further includes an engaging member that is received in the pocket and that is engageable with the locking formation. The fluid passage is configured to supply pressurized fluid toward the pocket to move the engaging member into contact with the locking formation to effect torque transfer between the coupling members.

Abstract: A clutch damper includes a one-way clutch in combination with a tuned torsional damper incorporated into an accessory belt pulley assembly configured for mounting to the outboard end of the crankshaft of an internal combustion engine. The clutch damper is advantageously applicable for use with electric hybrid vehicles having automatic engine off periods during normal vehicle operation. The clutch damper permits belt driven accessories to be electrically driven when the engine is off. The damper is tuned to dampen torsional vibration present at the crankshaft, thereby extending the life of the crankshaft and the one-way clutch.

Abstract: An electromagnetic clutch apparatus includes: a rotational shaft rotatable for an input and output of a rotational driving force; a rotor integrally rotated with the rotational shaft about an axis and provided with a plurality of magnetic poles each having a first polarity and a second polarity being different from the first polarity, the first and second polarities of the magnetic poles being arranged alternately along a circumferential direction of the rotor; an armature supported to be rotatable relative to the rotor; a rotational member rotated for the one of the input and output of the rotational driving force relative to the armature; an exciting coil stored in the rotor and generating magnetic flux so that the rotor electromagnetically attracts the armature; and a magnetic flux detecting element arranged to face the magnetic poles along a direction of the axis so as to detect magnetic flux of the magnetic poles.

Abstract: A sintered clutch ring (1) is described, comprising a rim of clutch teeth (2) which comprise wedge-like face surfaces (3, 4) intersecting in an axial plane and flanks (5) sloping downwardly under an angle of inclination from the tooth back (6) against the tooth root, with the flanks (5) being relieved starting from a re-entrant, axially normal shoulder (7). In order to provide advantageous conditions for press forming the flank reliefs it is proposed that the planes of intersection between the wedge-like face surfaces (3, 4) extend outside of the center of the teeth and that the mutually axially offset shoulders (7) of the two flanks (5) of the clutch teeth (2) separate the relieved flanks (5) from a paraxial flank portion (8) which is substantially triangular and is adjacent to the face surfaces (3, 4).

Abstract: A torque fluctuation absorbing apparatus includes a hub member with a flange portion, first and second side-plates provided at both axial sides of the flange portion, respectively, a damper mechanism absorbing a fluctuation of a relative torque generated between the flange portion of the hub member and the first and second side-plates, a thrust member provided between the first side-plate and the flange portion of the hub member, and a first disc spring provided between the first side-plate and the thrust member and biasing the thrust member towards the flange portion of the hub member. The first side plate includes a bent portion bent towards the flange portion of the hub member and a bore formed at the bent portion, and the thrust member is formed with an engagement portion extending through the bore of the first side-plate and engaged with the bore of the first side-plate.

Abstract: A flow track for a gravity conveyor system has a corrugated base panel with a series of alternating longitudinal peaks and valleys mounting a plurality of rotating assemblies. The rotating assemblies include rollers or skatewheels mounted for rotation on axles. The ends of the axles rest on the base panel peaks. The axle ends are secured by axle anchors formed on or in the peaks. The axle anchors include a spine that precludes axial movement of the axles.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved design of a roller used in material handling mechanisms such as roller conveyors. The roller is a cylinder having grooves and more particular spiral groove that runs continuously from one end of the roller to the other, covering the entire outer peripheral surface. The groove is formed at a helix or spiral angle.

Abstract: As disclosed herein, a method for determining when a coin storage bin having a bottom and sides is filled to a predetermined percentage of the volume of the coin storage bin comprises: determining a coin volume for a coin entering the coin storage bin, adding the coin volumes for each coin entering the coin storage bin to provide a running total volume of all coins entering the coin storage bin, comparing the running total volume of all coins entering the coin storage bin with the volume of the coin storage bin, and determining when the running total volume of all coins entering the coin storage bin is greater than or equal to the predetermined percentage of the volume of the coin storage bin. The volume for a coin can be determined from information provided by a coin acceptor, where the information is thickness, diameter, weight, or a combination comprising at least one of these.

Abstract: An automated supply system stacks and releases a selected number of products. The products are deposited from a conveyor into an arranging member and formed into a stack of a selected number of products. The stack of products is released into packaging. A product discharged from the conveyor is supported by a sliding base, which lowers when the next product on the conveyor is detected by a sensor. Once the sensor detects a selected number of products deposited onto the sliding base, the sliding base is retracted, dropping the stack of products into packaging. A retractable member is extended to collect products subsequently released from the conveyor while the sliding base is in the retracted position. The retractable member is retracted when the sliding base has extended and returned to an initial position.

Abstract: A device and a method for the optical scanning of a machine-readable label applied to an object are proposed. The device has at least one belt conveyor (1) and one receiving tray, which are located sequentially spaced apart. A scanning device (3) is located between the belt conveyor (1) and the receiving tray. An additional conveyor device (4) is provided close to the belt conveyor (1) and the scanning device (3) which has several carriers (7) running perpendicular to the direction of travel of the belt conveyor (1). Between two carriers (7) there is a space (12) to accommodate an object. The conveying device (4) covers the scanning device (3) completely and the belt conveyor (1) at least partially. An object is placed on the belt conveyor (1) between two carriers (7) with the side carrying the label and taken across the scanning device (3) by the carriers (7). Then the object is taken to the receiving tray by the carriers (7).

Abstract: A magnet assembly for a conveyor system transporting a ferromagnetic container includes a housing having a unitary configuration. The housing defines a pocket, and a magnetic circuit is disposed in the pocket. The magnetic circuit produces a magnetic field having a magnetic flux. The magnetic circuit attracts the ferromagnetic container being transported by the conveyor system. In addition, a method of forming the magnet assembly to radiate the magnetic field includes providing the unitary housing having an opening and inserting the magnetic circuit into the unitary housing. The method further includes encapsulating the magnetic circuit in the unitary housing to form the magnet assembly.

Abstract: The invention relates to the drive for a conveyor, in particular baggage conveyor having overlapping plate-like carriers which are fastened on an endlessly circulating articulated traction chain. In order for the drive to be of straightforward, functional and effective configuration, the invention proposes a drive mechanism which comprises at least one helically toothed rotationally driven worm which is oriented parallel to the transporting direction and in the manner of a worm gear mechanism, as it is driven in rotation about its longitudinal axis, corresponds with drivers which are provided on the traction chain and engage in a form-fitting manner in the toothing formation of the worm.

Abstract: A hingeless belt comprises modules having opposed leading and trailing sides, first and second bases and opposed outer sides. The modules are connected to joining members with layers that can be, for example, an adhesive. The joining members comprise an elastic material which allows the modular belt to bend and flex, and the modules are made of a hard thermoplastic material. The modules and joining members resists cuts and impacts, the modules and joining members are easy to clean and keep sanitary. The joining members are embodied with different shapes for enhancing the connection with the modules, and for enhancing the flexibility of the modular belt as it carries load and as it is driven around a sprocket. There is a molding machine having mold members for making the hingeless belt. There is also a method of making the hingeless belt in the molding machine.