Abstract: The invention relates to a wind turbine comprising a machine housing (12) equipped with a rotor (14), which is mounted to pivot on a sub-structure (10). Wind parameters and an electromechanical quantity are determined by means of measuring devices (21, 22, 23). To enable the machine housing (12) to track the wind, the wind turbine is equipped with a pivoting device (11) comprising a controller (8). The wind turbine is also equipped with a calibration module (2), which is configured to determine an effective mass of the electromechanical quantity using the wind speed. In addition, the turbine comprises an evaluation device (4) comprising a classifier (40), which is used to form a first average value for a first class, for which the wind direction is positive and a second average value for a second class, for which the wind direction is negative. A difference is determined by means of a comparator and a calibration signal is emitted to the controller (8) of the pivoting device (11).

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment includes a wind turbine system. The wind turbine system includes a wind turbine generator operable to supply wind turbine power to a utility system. A converter is coupled to the wind turbine generator and the utility system. The wind turbine system also includes a controller comprising an internal reference frame of the wind turbine generator, coupled to the converter, and configured for modulating flow of power through the converter in response to frequency disturbances or power swings of the utility system relative to the internal reference frame.

Abstract: A blocking apparatus is cooperable with the latch lever of a vehicle door latching mechanism to prevent the latch lever from moving during a crash event, which prevents the latching mechanism from allowing the vehicle door to open. The blocking apparatus includes a housing supporting a linearly movable plunger engagable with a cam surface on the latch lever and a blocking member pivotally mounted for movement between a normal position and a blocking position. The blocking member moves into the blocking position due to the imposition of crash forces on the blocking member during a crash event. A centering spring mechanism biases the blocking member into the normal position and can return the blocking member into the normal position to permit movement of the latch lever after the crash event has occurred. The plunger is biased into engagement with the latch lever so as to move with the cam surface.

Abstract: A retaining mechanism for a slide assembly includes a stop member (60), a retaining member (70), and an unlatching member (80). The stop member is attached to a first slide (30) of the slide assembly. The retaining member is attached to a second slide (90) of the slide assembly. The retaining member includes a movable block (73). The block can prevent the stop member moving from a first side of the block to second side. The unlatching member is movably attached to the second slide. The unlatching member includes an engaging portion (83). When the unlatching member moves along a first direction, the engaging portion urges the block to move along a second direction perpendicular to the first direction for unblocking the stop member.

Abstract: A walk-in bathtub adjustable door latch assembly incorporates an adjustably positionable closing lever to secure and to adjustably move and adjustably pressure a hinged door of a walk-in bathtub into a close sealing position in a bather entryway to guard against water leakage through the bather entryway.

Abstract: A spring retainer includes an annular ring portion and an arm extending outwardly from the ring portion. Two diametrically opposed lugs extend radially inwardly from the ring portion.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing an impact absorber for a vehicle includes a first process for manufacturing a formed body having a constant cross-sectional configuration by performing roll forming on a metal sheet and a second process for manufacturing the impact absorber by performing an induction hardening treatment and a bend forming on the formed body after performing the first process.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a shock absorbing and indicating bumper. The bumper includes, a spherical shaped body with a surface mountable to a corner of a device to which shock is to be absorbed. The bumper includes a crushable conical member engaged with a conical recess of the spherical shaped body, the crushable conical member having a hole therethrough from the vertex to the center of the base, and a shell with a substantially hollow semispherical shape slidably engaged with a surface of the spherical shaped body. The bumper further includes a rigid shaft with a first end fixedly attached to a central portion of the hollowed side of the shell and a second end pivotally engaged with the spherical shaped body at substantially the center of the spherical shaped body, the shaft extending through the hole in the crushable member and aligned thereby.

Abstract: A shovel includes a handle assembly connected to a blade or a bracket of a blade for pivoting between a first position or second position at a first or second acute angle between the blade axis and the handle axis. The blade also has a third position at substantially a right angle between the handle axis and the blade axis. A pair of braces are attached to the blade. A set of holes or an arcuate slot are provided in the bracket or blade to brace the handle assembly at one of the three positions with the help of fasteners.

Abstract: A material handling system includes a support assembly, a cup assembly comprising a cup and a mounting assembly. The mounting assembly includes a post extending from the cup, and a mounting collar movably attached to the post and adjustably attached to a support arm of the support assembly. The mounting assembly may include a level indicating element for indicating an orientation of the mounting assembly. The mounting collar is adjustable relative to the support arm to establish a first or level orientation of the mounting assembly. The level indicating element provides an indication when the mounting assembly is generally at the first or level orientation, and the mounting collar is securable relative to the support arm when the mounting assembly is in the first or level orientation.

Abstract: An adapter device for a grab handle has a deformation element with at least two end regions. The end regions of the deformation element are connected to each other by at least one web and each have at least one fastening element for the grab handle. The deformation element is configured in such a manner that, in a first loading situation (normal use situation), it is supported by the retaining element and, in a second loading situation (crash situation), it is deformed in the region of the at least one web. The grab handle can thus be mounted in an extremely stable manner with regard to loading in a pulling direction, i.e. in the normal use situation, without the energy-absorbing deformation properties of the adapter device being adversely affected in the crash situation.

Abstract: An improved vehicle cargo tailgate enclosure particularly adapted for ease of installation and removal. The tailgate enclosure comprises two side walls and a rear wall. The rear wall is configured to slope upwardly and rearwardly to provide additional storage space to a cargo bed of a vehicle. The cargo tailgate enclosure further comprises tubular members which comprise a non-circular cross section which provide exceptional strength a structural stability to the cargo tailgate enclosure. The cargo tailgate enclosure further comprises a plurality of upright members. Some of the upright members are configured to attach the cargo tailgate enclosure to a vehicle and to cap the tubular members. Other upright members are configured to support the tailgate enclosure against the surface cargo bed or a tailgate of a vehicle.

Abstract: A vehicle seat includes: a seat cushion; and a front end transfer member which supports a front end of the seat cushion movably in a front-rear direction of a vehicle; and a rear end transfer member which supports a rear end of the seat cushion movably in a front-rear direction of the vehicle; wherein the seat cushion is storable in a storage concave part provided in a vehicle floor further to a rear than the seat cushion, and the front end transfer member is provided on a vehicle floor adjacent to the front of the storage concave part, and the rear end transfer member is provided on a vehicle floor adjacent to a side of the storage concave part, or provided on a side interior surface of the storage concave part.

Abstract: A windscreen apparatus can change the height of a screen in front of a rider desirably or in accordance with the vehicle speed. The apparatus comprises a pair of slide rails of which sliding direction is oriented in a vertical direction or inclined at an angle; a pair of carrier plates for supporting the screen slidably along the slide rails; a pull-up cable connected to an upper end portion of the carrier plate; a pull-down cable connected to a lower end portion of the carrier plate; and a rotary drum on which the cables are wound around, and the rotary drum winds and unwinds the cables so as to slide the carrier plates within a slidable range in the slide rails.

Abstract: A composite panel of a wall of a trailer has inner and outer skins and a core material positioned between and secured to the skins. The core material defines or includes a plurality of voids which extend vertically along a height of the core material. At a plurality of points in a cross-section taken along the height of the core material, the core material is secured to both the skins. Alternatively, at any point in a cross-section taken along the height of the core material, the core material is secured to at least one of the skins. The voids through the composite panel provide a vent path from an interior of the trailer to an exterior of the trailer when top ends of the voids are separated from the top rail of the trailer and when bottom ends of the voids are separated from the bottom rail of the trailer.

Abstract: There is disclosed a baffle for inhibiting the passage of sound, debris or the like through a cavity of an automotive vehicle.

Abstract: A bracket for placement between the A-pillar and pillar garnish in an automobile is provided. The bracket includes a base and first and second mounting flanges for use in attaching the bracket to the A-pillar structure. The bracket also includes first and second handle flanges for use in attaching an occupant grab handle to the bracket. The bracket also includes a garnish mounting flange located between the base and handle flange. The garnish is secured to the bracket allowing the garnish to deflect slightly inwards and outwards, but not to such an extent that damage to the garnish occurs.

Abstract: A device to protect the floor pan of a land vehicle against mines, which device incorporates at least one layer of deformable reinforcements positioned between a plane front plate and a plane rear plate, the surface density of the front plate being greater than that of the reinforcements.

Abstract: A vehicle body structure having a firewall is disclosed. The firewall has a board body made from an aluminum alloy. Steel left and right housing curved parts which may be readily press molded, and which constitute rear parts of left and right wheel housings, are attached to the left and right sides of the board body.

Abstract: A frame subassembly for a vehicle is provided that includes a one-piece hydro-formed upper side beam and may also include a one-piece hydro-formed lower side beam. The side beams extend from the front or grill area of the vehicle to the rear portion of the vehicle. The side beams are interconnected by A, B and C pillars. The beams are welded to each other through access openings in the beams and in and the pillars. The pillars are attached to the beams by welding through access holes.

Abstract: A mechanical independent blade control (MIBC) mechanism for controlling the pitch of each of the blades of a rotor blade system or a main rotor of a rotor aircraft independently of the other blades includes a plurality of actuators disposed in the fuselage below the hub of the rotor, each being operable to selectively control the pitch of an associated one of the blades independently of the other blades, and a plurality of mechanical linkages disposed within the annulus of the rotor mast, each coupled between a blade and an actuator and operable to transmit a force output by the actuator to a pitch horn fixed to an inner end of the associated blade. The mechanism enables the direction of pitch of each blade to be changed more than twice during one revolution of the rotor.

Abstract: An open roof construction for a vehicle is provided, comprising a roof opening provided in a stationary roof part and closure assembly comprising a closure element which is movable between positions for closing and opening the roof opening and which can assume a tilted position for at least partially opening the roof opening, in which tilted position a rearward edge of the closure element is lifted, and wherein in the region of the opposite longitudinal edges of the closure element telescopingly movable cover members are provided for covering a gap created when the closure element is not in its closure position.

Abstract: A portable platform usable as a seat having at least three outwardly-inclined legs and a seat supported thereby is provided. The legs have nestable sections, an uppermost portion of each leg being attachable to an underside of the platform. The legs are maintained in biased relationship by an elastic cord or cable which extends between the platform and a lowermost section of the legs. The elastic cord or cable extends through each section of the legs, and is tensioned such that the sections may be separated from one another and folded onto an uppermost surface of said platform for storage. An extendable back-supporting member is also provided.

Abstract: A seating unit has a pair of arms that reach to the floor or may be supported by high legs. The arms are attached to a reclining mechanism that is moveably attached to an ottoman, a back, and a seat. The reclining mechanism has an ottoman linkage and a sequence linkage, wherein the ottoman linkage extends the ottoman forward from a closed to a TV position. The ottoman linkage has drive location slightly above an over-center axis when in closed position and directs occupant weight to retract the linkage, but directs weight to extend the linkage when drive location passes through the axis. The sequence linkage has a back arm with an arcuate slot that slidably engages a pin on the ottoman linkage. The pin restricts the back arm from rotating in closed position and the ottoman linkage from retracting when the back is reclined.

Abstract: This invention relates to a module (30) for installation inside, in contact with or near a cushion element (20), a cushion element, a connecting means (60, 70) for a cushion element (20) and/or a module (30), and a padded object (5) having at least one module (30). Provision is made for the module (30) to feature at least a first connecting means (60) that corresponds to at least a second, at least partially matching, connecting means (70) of the cushion element (20).

Abstract: The present device protects a tree stand attached to a tree comprising a fabric member having a first and mating edges. The first edge includes a channel and the mating edge is divided into three sections. The first and third sections are parallel to the tree and the second section is disposed between the first and third sections. Further, the second section includes a channel. The fabric member is configured to cover a portion of the tree stand with the mating edge against the tree. The device includes two securing members each having connectable aids. A portion of the first securing member is disposed within the first channel and a portion of the second securing member is disposed with the second channel. Additionally, the device includes a connecting member having a first end that engages the first securing member and a second end that engages the second securing member.

Abstract: A vehicle seat assembly includes a frame for mounting the seat to a vehicle. The seat assembly also includes a seat pad molded from a polymeric material and located proximate the frame. A trim cover is disposed over the seat pad, and includes a seam adjacent a side of the seat pad. An airbag assembly, which includes an airbag and an inflator configured to supply gas to the airbag, is also part of the seat assembly. A force concentrator covers at least a portion of the seat pad for protecting it during deployment of the airbag. The force concentrator includes inner and outer panels which form a deployment channel for the airbag, and thereby inhibit contact of the airbag with the seat pad as the airbag deploys.

Abstract: This invention is a vehicle safety system which provides lateral passenger restraint for certain accident events. The invention consists of lateral occupant restraints which are deployed in response to an indication that an appropriate event has occurred, or are deployed during operation of the vehicle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a backrest for vehicle seat, with a head support (1) which is adjustable in terms of height with respect to the backrest, and with a sensor arranged in the head support (1) and intended for detecting the position of the head of a person sitting on the vehicle seat in relation to the head support (1) and for indicating an adjusted end position, in the head support (1) at least two sensors being arranged, designed as capacitive proximity sensors (5, 14), which indicate the position of the head support (1) with respect to the head (P) as a function of the detected capacitances which are to be found as a capacitance on the electrodes formed by the head (P) and one of the at least two proximity sensors (5, 14) each.

Abstract: A video game chair comprises a chair; a vibrating mechanism coupled to the chair; and an interface capable of receiving an audio signal from a portable game console during game play and of activating the vibrating mechanism in response to one or more aspects of the audio signal.

Abstract: A seam for use in a vehicle armrest or other interior component. The seam includes a first material and a second material joined to the first material. The seam also includes a T-member connected to the first material and the second material to form a French seam appearance on the outer surface of the material. The T-member is then used to align with a groove in a foam of an armrest or other interior component to create an exterior seam on an armrest or interior component of a vehicle. The seam is created using a guide member attached to a sewing machine that will allow for sewing of the first material and second material to the T-member in a simultaneous process at a predetermined speed thus increasing efficiency of manufacturing the upholstery panel and reducing costs to the manufacturer.

Abstract: A safety device for a child seat for a vehicle has a harness including two adjustable straps being linked through a buckle to a crotch strap and has tensioning means for the tensioning of the two adjustable straps. The lower ends of the straps extend through the child seat and are joined together underneath the child seat thereby forming a strap that passes through a tension device and extends beyond the front portion of the seat of the child seat, before being joined together the lower ends of the two adjustable straps passing through an assembly of guiding elements. The adjustment of the two adjustable straps is carried out with anchoring means being provided on the rear surface of the backrest of the child seat.

Abstract: The invention is a lower anchorage system to be used with a child restraint in a motor vehicle. The lower anchorage system has a trim assembly that attaches to an anchorage bar that in turn is affixed to an anchorage support. The trim assembly includes a trim apparatus that fits within an anchorage box. Both the anchorage box and the trim apparatus engage to the anchorage bar.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the field of child seats with adjustable features to accommodate a child. Specifically, the present invention relates to a child seat with adjustable headrest unit, a child seat with adjustable backrest unit, a child seat with adjustable armrest unit, a child seat with adjustable lap depth, a child seat with a softgoods attachment, and a method of attaching a softgoods attachment to a child seat.

Abstract: The child receiving device of the present invention includes a seat, seat suspensions arms for supporting the seat portion, and a support frame for supporting the seat suspension arms and the seat above a supporting surface. Two front seat suspension arms are pivotally connected at their lower ends to opposite front ends of the seat and two rear seat suspension arms are pivotally connected at their lower ends to opposite rear ends of the seat. The support frame includes a suspension guide, the upper ends of the front and rear seat suspension arms being pivotally connected to the suspension guide. The suspension guide includes a slot along which the upper ends of the front seat suspension arms may be moved toward and away from the upper ends of the rear seat suspension arms.

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a cantilever having a distal end and a proximate end, a frame portion coupled to the distal end, a base portion coupled to the proximate end, and a locking apparatus coupled to the frame portion, the base portion, or the cantilever, wherein the locking apparatus has a locked position and an unlocked position, and wherein the locking apparatus prevents the frame portion from tilting relative to the base portion when the locking apparatus is in the locked position.

Abstract: An actuator assembly for use with a seat assembly having a latch assembly, the latch assembly having a handle portion and a latch release mechanism connected to the handle portion, the latch release mechanism controlling movement of one portion of the seat assembly with respect to another portion of the seat assembly, the latch release mechanism being manually operable by the handle portion, the actuator assembly having a base plate adapted to be positioned on the seat assembly proximate the latch release mechanism and an actuator assembly connected to the base plate and positioned so as to be capable of engaging the latch release mechanism, the actuator assembly being configured to avoid obstructing manual operation of the latch assembly.

Abstract: An apparatus having a fabric and method of forming thereof. The fabric's load bearing surface for supporting a load, comprising: at least one layer(s) (Ln) wherein n=0, ?1, ?2, . . . ?i, wherein n=0 represents the at least one layer(s) (Ln) of the load bearing surface that contacts the load. An n=?1, ?2, . . . ?i, represents successive underlying at least one layer(s) (Ln) of the load bearing surface. An n=?i, represents a bottom underlying at least one layer(s) (Ln). The fabric consists essentially of a polyurethane fiber and a fiber that is chemically different from the polyurethane fiber, and wherein the fabric has been stretched to the point just before encountering the Young's Modulus. The method comprising: cutting the fabric to a predetermined pattern; and stretching the fabric to the point just before encountering the Young's Modulus.

Abstract: A partition panel is disposed in the rear of a seat. A tether anchor is attached to the partition panel and adapted to be coupled to a tether of a child seat. A partition trim covers the partition panel from above and is formed with a opening disposed above the tether anchor. A cover is movable along a face of the partition trim to open and close the opening.

Abstract: An edge cutter bit assembly for use in conjunction with a rotatable drum having an edge. The edge cutter bit assembly includes a holder that includes a plurality of bores wherein each bores carries a chisel cutter bit so that the chisel cutter bit is non-rotatable. The holder is oriented with respect to the drum so that at least a portion of each one of the cutter bits extends past the edge of the drum.

Abstract: A wheel spoke trim piece for attachment to a spoke and a curved rim portion of a wheel includes a first end opposite a second end, and inner and outer surfaces that extend between the first and second ends. The inner surface is generally planar but curves to form a curved portion adjacent to the second end of the trim piece. In this regard, the inner surface is configured to accept a double-sided adhesive material that permits the trim piece to be mounted on a wheel spoke with the curved portion of the trim piece positioned along at least a portion of the curved rim portion of the wheel. A textured surface region may also be formed in the outer surface between the first and second ends.

Abstract: A method and apparatuses are implemented for electric power systems. An apparatus for power conversion according to one embodiment comprises: a multiple function power converter (77), the multiple function power converter (77) being capable of performing functions of a static inverter, and being capable of at least one of performing functions of a motor controller, and performing functions of a start converter to use a generator as a starter. An architecture system for aircraft according to another embodiment comprises: one or more rectifiers (408), wherein the one or more rectifiers (408) receive at least one high frequency AC power input; and a plurality of power conversion devices (78) optionally connectable to drive at least one high frequency generator (105) as a starter and at least one load, the input of each power conversion device (78) being connected to at least one rectifier (408).

Abstract: A method and apparatuses are used for power conversion. The apparatus according to one embodiment comprises a plurality of power conversion modules (130—1, . . . 130—n), the plurality of power conversion modules (130—1, . . . , 130—n) being optionally controllable to function independently of each other to supply a plurality of systems (200—1, . . . , 200—n), function in an inter-relational mode in which at least one power conversion module from the plurality of power conversion modules (130—1, . . . , 130—n) drives a system and, upon a failure of the at least one power conversion module, at least another power conversion module from the plurality of power conversion modules (130—1, . . . , 130—n) will drive the system, and function in a scalable mode in which at least two power conversion modules of the plurality of power conversion modules (130—1, . . . , 130—n) are connected to provide an additive output.

Abstract: An electrical system for supplying a DC voltage regulated to a desired level to a DC load is provided, wherein power is obtained from an AC waveform that under some conditions has a peak value below the desired level of eth DCC voltage. The AC waveform is connected to the AC load through a first solid state switch, wherein the magnitude of the DC voltage is controlled by a second solid state switch. Monitoring and control circuitry is provided to ensure that the first solid state switch is not turned off unless the second solid state switch is turned on. As a result, the electrical system may produce a nominal 12 volts DC output of sufficient current to desirably operate a multifunction gauge which otherwise might operate at varying voltage levels based on engine rpm variations.

Abstract: A system for providing backup power supply to a device is provided. The system includes a supercapacitor and a single circuit for charging and discharging of a supercapacitor. The single circuit operates with an inductor to provide for charging and discharging of the supercapacitor.

Abstract: An improved structure of power storage device comprises at least three power sources and an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system. The at least three power sources comprise a commercial power service and anyone selected from a fuel generator, a solar power generator, a wind power generator, a battery generator, and a fuel cell generator. The UPS system has a built-in power source selector. The UPS system has an output terminal for coupling with an electric appliance and an input terminal for connection with the at least three power sources via the power source selector. As a result, the UPS system becomes a power supply and the built-in power source selector selects another power source during the commercial power interruption so as to enable the electric appliance to work normally until the commercial power interruption is over.

Abstract: An uninterruptible power supply includes a body holding a host circuit board and having a power input terminal and multiple power output terminals, and a battery holder detachably inserted into an accommodation chamber of the body to electrically connect and holding a battery and a lamp. When the battery holder is inserted into the accommodation chamber of the body, power contacts of the battery holder are respectively disposed in contact with respective power contacts in the body for supplying battery power from the at least one battery to the power output terminals of the body. When the battery holder is removed from the accommodation chamber of the body and the lamp is switched on, the battery power of the battery holder is transmitted to the lamp, driving the lamp to give off light.

Abstract: A multiple battery system includes a battery housing, first and second batteries disposed in the battery housing, a one-way charging circuit, and at least one switching device. The battery housing includes at least one positive terminal and at least one negative terminal, which are electrically coupleable to an electrical system. Each battery includes respective positive and negative outputs. The negative output of each battery is electrically connected to the negative terminal(s) of the battery housing. The one-way charging circuit is electrically connected between the positive outputs of the two batteries and is configured to facilitate charging of, but prevent current flow from, the second battery when the first battery is supplying electrical energy to the electrical system. The switching device(s) is operable in at least two states to selectively electrically connect the positive terminal(s) of the battery housing to a selective one of the positive outputs of the two batteries.

Abstract: An auxiliary battery attachment apparatus, which is attachable to a first housing containing a first battery, includes a second housing, a second battery disposed within the second housing, positive and negative couplings, a one-way charging circuit, and at least one switching device. The coupling(s) are respectively coupleable to positive and negative terminal(s) of the first housing. The second housing includes positive and negative terminals, which are electrically coupleable to an electrical system. The charging circuit is electrically connected between the positive coupling(s) and a positive output of the second battery, and facilitates charging of, but prevents current flow from, the second battery when the first battery is supplying electrical energy to the electrical system. The switching device(s) is operable in at least two states to electrically connect the positive terminal(s) of the second housing to a selective one of the positive coupling(s) and the positive output of the second battery.

Abstract: A control device for an electric hob has a control element placed on a support. Circular ring segmental surfaces are provided as signal generators beneath the support. On the top side and underside, the control element has numerous electrically interconnected, circular ring segmental surfaces, the lower surfaces being above the signal generators during rotation. The application of a finger to a contact surface on the control element top side is directly coupled to a sensor surface on the control element underside and can be capacitively detected by a directly facing signal generator and evaluated as a corresponding control function by a control device.