Patents Issued in June 18, 2009
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Publication number: 20090151736Abstract: An orthopedic implant manufacturing method. The method includes preparing a pre-operative surgical plan for a specific patient, the surgical plan including a three-dimensional image of a patient's joint indicating at least one resection plane, communicating the surgical plan to a surgeon of the patient, and receiving approval of the surgical plan and the resection plane by the surgeon. The method also includes providing automated osteophyte/protrusion removal control for surgeon manipulation, receiving a modified three-dimensional image of a patient's joint indicating an osteophyte/protrusion removal and a recommendation for a corresponding selected orthopedic implant from the surgeon, and requesting manufacture of the selected orthopedic implant.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2009Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: BIOMET MANUFACTURING CORP.Inventors: Nathan Emick Belcher, Robert Metzger
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Publication number: 20090151737Abstract: A focus card evokes a neurological response in a user to dampen the user's response to a negative stimulus. A focus card has a first face comprising visual graphics such as lenticular graphics, and a second face comprising indicia pertaining to the visual graphics. Indicia are configured for a target population, and can include novel questions, tasks or directions. A parent or other untrained individual can direct a patient as indicated by the indicia. A single focus card can have indicia for several target populations. A focus card can be used in combination with an analgesia means to further reduce a patient's pain response. By focusing the patient's attention with a focus card, behavior of the patient's anterior cingulate gyrus can be modified to reduce the patient's response to a pain-causing stimulus. It can also be used to reduce agitation, anxiety or distress outside of a medical environment.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2009Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Amy Lynn BAXTER
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Publication number: 20090151738Abstract: A degradable cigarette filter includes a filter element of a bloomed cellulose acetate tow, a plug wrap surrounding the filter element, and either a coating or a pill in contact with the tow. The coating and/or pill may be composed of a material adapted to catalyze hydrolysis of the cellulose acetate tow and a water-soluble matrix material. The material may be an acid, an acid salt, a base, and/or a bacterium adapted to generate an acid. The coating may be applied to the tow, the plug wrap, or both. The pill may be placed in the filter element. When water contacts the water-soluble matrix material, the material adapted to catalyze hydrolysis is released and catalyzes the hydrolysis, and subsequent degradation, of the cellulose acetate tow. The foregoing is also applicable to articles made of cellulose esters.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Raymond M. Robertson, William C. Thomas
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Publication number: 20090151739Abstract: A smokable rod for a smoking article, such as a cigarette, possesses a co-axial or concentric construction. The outer material that circumscribes the inner core in an annular fashion is composed of a tobacco material treated with a burn suppressing agent, and the outer material acts as a substrate for an aerosol forming material. A preferred aerosol forming material is glycerin. An outer paper wrapper circumscribes the length of the smokable rod, and another paper wrapping material also can circumscribe the inner core material. In use, one end of the smokable rod is lit, and the tobacco cut filler of the inner core burns to yield tobacco smoke. The outer material smolders, and hence thermal decomposition products of the outer tobacco material and volatilized aerosol forming material are produced.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2009Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: August Joseph Borschke, Dwayne William Beeson, Sharon Pitts Dunlap, Thomas Albert Perfetti
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Publication number: 20090151740Abstract: A manicure device may include a suction source, a flexible hose connected to the suction source, a suction member adapted to be connected to a manicure device or brush. The suction source may be adapted to be operated by a foot of the user, and the suction member may be detachably connected to the manicure device. The suction member may be detachably connected to the brush, and the suction source may include a top housing. The suction source may include a handle, and the suction source may include a inner holder. The suction source may include a bottom housing, and the suction source may include a power switch which is operable by a foot of the user. The suction source may include a motor, and the suction source may include a bottom cover. The suction source may include a bumper, and the manicure device may include a suction nozzle with the curved end.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Kevin LE, Thanh LE
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Publication number: 20090151741Abstract: A method for creating a customized cosmetic template, comprising disposing a transfer medium to an eyebrow region having cosmetics applied thereto, and transmitting an image of the eyebrow region to a computing device coupled to a shaping apparatus used to form the customized cosmetic template based on the image.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Diem Ngo
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Publication number: 20090151742Abstract: The present invention relates to a hair fastening apparatus for holding hair. The apparatus uses one or more loops using a length of material to hold a user's hair. The loops may be formed from the same length of material. Where more than one loop is formed, the loops are connected by an interconnection, with the loops and the interconnection having been formed using the same length of material. The length of material may have a covering of friction-enhancing material to aid in securing a user's hair when tightening a loop around the hair.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Andrew Malitzis
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Publication number: 20090151743Abstract: A unit for decorating nails comprises a container 2 of nail varnish, a lid 4 for the container incorporating means for applying the nail varnish, at least one ink pad 8, and at least one stamp 6 being a decoration design for applying ink from the ink pad to a nail. The stamp is provided on an external surface of the lid.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Dina Suzanne Malick
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Publication number: 20090151744Abstract: A makeup shield patch of material is curved at the top to fit under the eye. The front of the patch has a textured surface to catch falling eye makeup. The back of the patch has a weak adhesive which is gentle to the skin. A peel-off strip over the back adhesive surface is scored so that a narrow top peel-off strip is peeled off and adhered to the skin under the eye. The bottom part of the peel-off strip is left in place so the shield does not stick to or disturb any makeup on the cheek. A plurality of makeup shields are die-cut from a sheet of tape with a weak skin sensitive adhesive covered by a scored peel off strip.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Michelle Villanueva
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Publication number: 20090151745Abstract: The invention relates to a low-fibrillation molded body containing a tape (1) essentially consisting of polytetrafluoroethylene, characterized in that the tape is composed of at least four plies (7,8,9,10) of essentially equal width arranged essentially parallel to each other, said plies being obtainable by folding.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2006Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: Lenzing Plastice GmbHInventors: Helmut Padinger, Bernd Wagner, Gerlinde Holzleithner
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Publication number: 20090151746Abstract: A cleaning apparatus capable of being used in dental procedures is disclosed. The cleaning apparatus comprises an elongated handle and a cleaning member. The elongated handle comprises a first end portion and second end portion with spring tension attached to handle. The detachable dental floss has a proximal end and distil end. The proximal end of dental floss is attached to spring tension and the destil end of the dental floss with the brush is engaged to the pistil end of handle in a way that allows the dental floss to move freely with the spring tension.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Deborah (Debbie) Wright, David Allen Wright
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Publication number: 20090151747Abstract: A miniature dental flossing packet suitable for single use unobtrusive flossing. The miniature dental floss packet comprising a length of dental floss stored within and unremovably attached to a dental floss holder. A method for forming, fabrication and manufacturing a miniature dental floss packet.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Theodore K. Bush
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Publication number: 20090151748Abstract: A laminated oil absorbing wipe comprises a non-pigmented thermoplastic nonwoven substrate layer and a pigmented thermoplastic nonwoven substrate layer where the wipe has a bulk of between 0.2 mm and 1.0 mm, where at least a portion of the non-pigmented layer is configured to undergo a change in opacity upon the absorption of a bodily oil so that the portion is at least partially translucent or transparent to light and the color of the pigmented layer becomes visible through the partially translucent or transparent portion, and where the wipe has an oil absorption capacity of at least about 1 g/g as measured by the Oil Absorbency Test.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Aneshia D. Ridenhour
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Publication number: 20090151749Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention includes an apparatus for washing a product with a fluid. The tank may receive a plurality of product, such as fruits and vegetables, into the fluid and be configured to receive a moving conveyor, having a first end, a second end, a first section, and a second section. The conveyor may have a plurality of protruding panels being structured and arranged on the conveyor to push the product through the fluid in the tank and to lift the product from the fluid in the tank to the second end of the conveyor. At least one first nozzle may be positioned substantially above the conveyor and configured to deliver the fluid onto the product as the product is pushed by the plurality of panels. The fluid delivered from the at least one first nozzle may rotate the product in the fluid in the tank.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: Fresh Express, Inc.Inventor: David K. Lewis
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Publication number: 20090151750Abstract: The energy-saving operation of dishwashers (110; 410) plays an important role, in particular for larger enterprises, e.g. for the canteens of hospitals or large enterprises, and in the medical disinfection field. The invention thus discloses a method and a device, in which a total maximum electric output is assigned to a group of electric consumer elements (14, 15, 18, 19, 22, 23, 26, 33; 418, 420, 432, 438) of a dishwasher (110; 410). In addition, at least two output levels are assigned to each electric consumer element (14, 15, 18, 19, 22, 23, 26, 33; 418, 420, 432, 438) of said group.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2005Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Engelbert Ecker, Marcus Eggs, Dietmar Zapf, Michael Streb
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Publication number: 20090151751Abstract: A dishwasher appliance is provided, and includes a control device configured to direct one of a series of automatic wash programs to be executed by the dishwasher appliance. Each successive automatic wash program within the series corresponds to an increased soil level of dishware to be washed with respect to the previous automatic wash program within the series. The control device is further configured to determine an elapsed time between a first and second uses of the dishwasher appliance and to select the one of the series of automatic wash programs in response thereto upon the second use, whereby, as the determined elapsed time between first and second uses increases, the selected automatic wash program within the series correspondingly progresses along the series. Associated methods are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Marita Louise Bragg
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Publication number: 20090151752Abstract: The embodiments of the present invention provide methods for cleaning patterned substrates with fine features. The methods for cleaning patterned substrate have advantages in cleaning patterned substrates with fine features without substantially damaging the features by using the cleaning materials described. The cleaning materials are fluid, either in liquid phase, or in liquid/gas phase, and deform around device features; therefore, the cleaning materials do not substantially damage the device features or reduce damage all together. The cleaning materials containing polymers of a polymeric compound with large molecular weight capture the contaminants on the substrate. In addition, the cleaning materials entrap the contaminants and do not return the contaminants to the substrate surface. The polymers of one or more polymeric compounds with large molecular weight form long polymer chains, which can also be cross-linked to form a network (or polymeric network).Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: David S.L. Mui, Satish Srinivasan, Grant Peng, Ji Zhu, Shih-Chung Kon, Dragan Podlesnik, Arjun Mendiratta
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Publication number: 20090151753Abstract: Methods for processing a substrate with a fluid meniscus are provided. One method includes positioning a transition surface substantially coplanar to a substrate surface. The transition surface is defined to be adjacent to an edge of the substrate. And, moving a fluid meniscus between the transition surface and the substrate surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 17, 2009Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: Lam Research Corp.Inventor: Carl Woods
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Publication number: 20090151754Abstract: A cleaning material is applied to a surface of a substrate. The cleaning material includes one or more polymeric materials for entrapping contaminants present on the surface of the substrate. A rinsing fluid is applied to the surface of the substrate at a controlled velocity to effect removal of the cleaning material and contaminants entrapped within the cleaning material from the surface of the substrate. The controlled velocity of the rinsing fluid is set to cause the cleaning material to behave in an elastic manner when impacted by the rinsing fluid, thereby improving contaminant removal from the surface of the substrate.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: Lam Research CorporationInventors: Ji Zhu, Arjun Mendiratta, David Mui
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Publication number: 20090151755Abstract: A cleaning solution and method for removing submicron particles from the surface and/or the bevel of an electronic substrate such as a semiconductor wafer. The cleaning solution comprises a polycarboxylate polymer or an ethoxylated polyamine. The method comprises the step of contacting a surface of the substrate with a cleaning solution comprised of a polycarboxylate polymer or an ethoxylated polyamine. Additional optional steps in the method include applying acoustic energy to the cleaning solution and/or rinsing the surface with a rinsing solution with or without the application of acoustic energy to the rinsing solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 8, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Mark Jonathan Beck
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Publication number: 20090151756Abstract: A liquid treating apparatus comprising a holding device (30) for holding wafers (W) in a substantially vertical attitude and a treating vessel (10) for accommodating the wafers held by the holding device. A treating liquid is supplied into the treating vessel by means of a treating liquid supply system. A rotational drive device (20) is provided for rotating the holding device (30) around a rotational axis passing approximately through the center of the wafers (W) in a state of non-contact with the treating vessel (10).Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2005Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Yuji Kamikawa
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Publication number: 20090151757Abstract: The embodiments of the present invention provide apparatus for cleaning patterned substrates with fine features with cleaning materials. The apparatus using the cleaning materials has advantages in cleaning patterned substrates with fine features without substantially damaging the features. The cleaning materials are fluid, either in liquid phase, or in liquid/gas phase, and deform around device features; therefore, the cleaning materials do not substantially damage the device features or reduce damage all together. The cleaning materials containing polymers of a polymeric compound with large molecular weight capture the contaminants on the substrate. In addition, the cleaning materials entrap the contaminants and do not return the contaminants to the substrate surface. The polymers of one or more polymeric compounds with large molecular weight form long polymer chains, which can also be cross-linked to form a network (or polymeric network).Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: David S. L. Mui, Satish Srinivasan, Grant Peng, Ji Zhu, Shih-Chung Kon, Dragan Podlesnik, Arjun Mendiratta
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Publication number: 20090151758Abstract: A lower rack for a dishwasher is provided, comprising a rack member movable into and out of the dishwasher along first and second tracks extending from the tub to an interior portion of the dishwasher door. The lower rack includes at least one rack roller mechanism on each laterally-opposed side portion of the rack member, for facilitating movement of the rack member with respect to the lower end of the tub and the interior portion of the open door. One of the rack roller mechanisms includes a leadingly-disposed stop portion, as the rack member is moved out of the lower end of the tub and along the interior portion of the open door for interacting with a stop feature of the corresponding one of the first and second tracks to limit egress of the rack member from the tub along the first and second tracks. Associated apparatuses are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Torkel Kristensson, Michael Bryan Pike
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Publication number: 20090151759Abstract: The free-arm canopy comprises a mast (2), on which an extendable and retractable jib (10) is arranged, with a transverse fitting (34) at the end thereof on which a canopy (12) is arranged on a canopy pole (30) by means of a joint (32). The canopy (12) comprises a slider (36), connected in a jointed fashion to top ribs (44) by means of support ribs (40) which are further jointed to a crown (48) connected to the canopy pole (30), wherein the canopy (12) may be opened and closed by means of a tensile line (70) connected to the slider (36) and displacing the canopy pole (30) against the fitting (34) and thus locking the joint (32) on opening. According to the invention, the free-arm canopy may be improved, whereby the crown (48) of the canopy (12) is arranged on the upper end of a pole piece (52) in the form of a sleeve which may be displaced over the fitting (34) such that with an open canopy (12) the crown (48) goes over the joint (32) and is at least almost in contact with the jib (10).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2006Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Gustav Adolf Glatz
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Publication number: 20090151760Abstract: A reversible umbrella is provided. This device includes a supportive pole having an upper portion and a lower portion and a canopy assembly slidably mounted thereon. The canopy assembly further includes first, second, and third sliding collars mounted on the supportive pole; a canopy attached to a plurality of canopy support rods, wherein each of the plurality of canopy support rods is hingeably attached at one end to the third sliding collar; a first plurality of connector rods, wherein one end of each connector rod is hingeably attached to one of the canopy support rods and wherein the other end of the connector rod is hingeably attached to the second sliding collar; and a second plurality of connector rods, wherein one end of each connector rod is hingeably attached to one of the first plurality of connector rods and wherein the other end is hingeably attached to the first sliding collar.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Noah Brader
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Publication number: 20090151761Abstract: A calf, ankle, foot, or leg rest device which can be snapped onto a cane for use or snapped off when only the use of the cane is desired. The invention also encompasses the combination cane and rest device. Many people who either have a permanent leg, knee, or foot disability or are recovering from a leg, knee, or foot operation are required to keep their leg in a horizontal position while seated. The rest device is a J-shaped soft padded bracket that is rigidly attached to the cane. The height of the bracket along the cane is adjustable to provide comfort and ease of use. The cane may be positioned at a convenient horizontal distance from the user as desired. In this way, the user may rest his or her calf, ankle, or heel on the rest device. Once the rest device is engaged by the user's leg, the cane is perfectly balanced on the ground. A user can comfortably keep his leg in a horizontal position for hours.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 22, 2006Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: John Montanti
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Publication number: 20090151762Abstract: The invention relates to a stand device for a crutch with a force transmission system comprising a ratchet mechanism and at least two supporting legs that can be folded out from a standby position into a standing position and vice versa. A gear that compensates for overlifting of the ratchet mechanism is allocated to the force transmission system.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2005Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Marga Schlosser, Hubert Scheiteuberger, Berthold Burgmeier
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Publication number: 20090151763Abstract: This invention relates to a telescopic post for a folding structure, which can be used to move the structure from a raised deployed position to a folded position, and vice versa. The inventive post includes a lower element which can slide inside an upper element which is solidly connected to the structure. The lower part of of the lower element rests on the ground to form a base. The upper element is solidly connected to a movement device, such as caster. The caster projects downward from the base in the folded position, but is withdrawn in the deployed position owing to the vertical movement of the upper element.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2006Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: VITABRI, Societe AnonymeInventors: Alain Stehly, Philippe De Conto
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Publication number: 20090151764Abstract: A portable camouflage apparatus, comprising a frame and covering, where the frame is supported on a person's shoulders. The apparatus is secured preferably using straps that go under the armpits, and secure at both ends to the frame, so that the straps pull the frame against the tops of the shoulders. Pads may be used on the frame to cushion the shoulders, and to assist in moving the apparatus during typical shoulder movement associated with aiming a rifle or bow. Shoulder stabilizers may be used, which press against the front chest and back of the person supporting the frame. These stabilizers may be adjustable as to shape, angle or rotation. Use of this apparatus allows the wearer to turn their head, while wearing the apparatus, without causing movement of the frame or covering.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: John P. Ludwick
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Publication number: 20090151765Abstract: Provided are, a power supplier including an assistant power supply unit, an electronic device including the power supplier, and a method of operating the electronic device using the power supplier in a power-saving mode. The assistant power supply unit includes: a heat source to generate heat during operation of the electronic device; a cooler to dissipate the heat generated by the heat source; a thermoelectric generator interposed between the heat source and the cooler; and a secondary battery to store power generated by the thermoelectric generator.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventors: Jae-uk HAN, Kwang-youn SEO, Kyung-rah AHN
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Publication number: 20090151766Abstract: A method of producing a thermoelectric conversion element includes preparing a dispersion liquid by mixing slurry containing ceramic particles With salts of at least two elements that constitute a thermoelectric conversion material, and then, precipitating the at least two elements that constitute the thermoelectric conversion material on the ceramic particles in the dispersion liquid; performing washing; performing heating treatment; and performing sintering. Contact between a solution with a pH lower than 1 among solutions of the salts and the slurry containing the ceramic particles is avoided, or the solution with the pH lower than 1 contacts the slurry containing the ceramic particles for a first time when the at least two elements that constitute the thermoelectric conversion material are precipitated.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Junya Murai, Takuji Kita
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Publication number: 20090151767Abstract: Thermoelectric materials, devices, and systems are presented. One embodiment is a composite material comprising a matrix comprising a thermoelectric material; and an electrically conducting phase disposed within the matrix. The electrically conducting phase has a lower electrical resistivity than the thermoelectric material, and it forms a continuous electrically conducting path through the matrix from a first surface of the material to a second surface of the material. Another embodiment is a device, comprising a thermoelectric element. This element is made of the above composite material. A further embodiment is a thermoelectric system, made of a heat source, a heat sink, and the thermoelectric device disposed in thermal communication with the heat source and heat sink. The system may be configured for power generation or for thermal management.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANYInventors: Fred Sharifi, Julin Wan, Kristen Hall Brosnan
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Publication number: 20090151768Abstract: In a heat tracing system using heat from a radiant heater to heat a circulating fluid, thermoelectric generation modules are used to generate electricity for powering a circulating pump. Thermoelectric power generation modules are sandwiched between a heat-absorbing plate and a heat sink, and this assembly is positioned with the heat-absorbing plate adjacent to a radiant heater. A conduit loop passes through the heat sink, such that a fluid circulating through the conduit is heated from heat drawn from the heater into the heat sink. Due to the temperature differential between the hot and cold sides of the thermoelectric modules, the modules produce electricity to power the pump circulating the fluid through the conduit loop. Supplementary heat exchanger components may be provided for additional fluid-heating capacity, and thereby increasing the amount of heat available for the heat tracing loop.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: David John FORSETH
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Publication number: 20090151769Abstract: An apparatus, system and method are provided for optimizing energy retrieval from an array of solar cells and protecting the array of solar cells from weather-related conditions, including moving a reflector panel to a predetermined angular position on the basis of an ambient condition, or some other factor.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 8, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: John C. CORBIN
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Publication number: 20090151770Abstract: A method and system for manufacturing an integrated concentrator photovoltaic device is disclosed. In an embodiment, the invention includes a one step process using a sheet of coupling material provided in a pre-arranged pattern to couple an array of photovoltaic members to an array of respective optical concentrating members.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: Solaria CorporationInventors: KEVIN R. GIBSON, Alelie Funcell, Abhay Maheshwari, Shirish Shah
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Publication number: 20090151771Abstract: An interferometric mask covering a reflective conductive ribbon that electrically interconnects a plurality of photovoltaic cells is disclosed. Such an interferometric mask may reduce reflections of incident light from the conductors. In various embodiments, the mask reduces reflections, so that a front and back electrode pattern appears black or similar in color to surrounding features of the device. In other embodiments, the mask may modulate reflections of light such that the electrode pattern matches a color in the visible spectrum.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: QUALCOMM MEMS Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Manish Kothari, Kasra Khazeni
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Publication number: 20090151772Abstract: The present invention provides a solar cell module comprising a terionomer containing film or sheet, wherein the terionomer is derived from an acid terpolymer that comprises copolymerized units derived an ?-olefin, about 15 to about 30 wt % of an ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 8 carbons, and about 0.5 to about 40 wt % of an ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid ester having 4 to 12 carbons, based on the total weight of the acid terpolymer, and is about 5% to about 90% neutralized with one or more metal ions, based on the total carboxylic acid content of the acid terpolymer.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: E.I. du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Richard Allen Hayes, Sam Louis Samuels
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Publication number: 20090151773Abstract: The present invention provides a safety laminate or solar cell module comprising an acid terpolymer containing film or sheet, wherein the acid terpolymer comprises copolymerized units derived from an ?-olefin, about 15 to about 30 wt. % of an ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 8 carbons, and about 0.5 to about 40 wt. % of an ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid ester having 4 to 12 carbons, based on the total weight of the acid terpolymer.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: E. I. du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Richard Allen Hayes, Sam Louis Samuels
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Publication number: 20090151774Abstract: A process produces weather-resistant laminates (1, 1?) for the encapsulation of solar cell systems (7). The process includes at least one weather-resistant plastic layer (2, 2?) being applied on a carrier material (4, 4?). The coating process shows the advantage that the relatively expensive starting products, which usually are used in the form of films, can be reduced in their thickness and in amounts thereof used. Owing to the controllable adjustment of the layer thickness of the weather-resistant layer (2, 2?), a considerable number of applications of the laminates that are produced, in particular in connection with the finished photovoltaic modules, are provided. These applications range from small energy units for emergency telephones or campers to large-area roof and facade systems and also large units and solar power plants.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2006Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: ISOVOLTA AGInventors: Nicole Depine, Joachim Danilko
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Publication number: 20090151775Abstract: A system for assisting solar power generation contains several racks for fastening power conversion modules. The racks each have a pivot axis and are mounted for pivotal movement about the pivot axis. The racks each have a lever, a movement of the lever causing a respective one of the racks to pivot. A coupling rod is provided on which the levers are each carried for rotation. The coupling rod couple the levers of the racks together and are further coupled to a linear drive unit so that the racks may be caused to pivot together through an action of the linear drive unit. A common mounting configuration mounts the racks so as to have the pivot axis carried on the common mounting configuration. The linear drive unit has a first end hinge-linked to the common mounting configuration and a second end hinge-linked to the coupling rod.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: SOLAR INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGIES GMBHInventor: Arnd Pietrzak
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Publication number: 20090151776Abstract: The invention concerns a solar cell module which has a layer-form translucent carrier substrate and at least two solar cells arranged on the carrier substrate and including at least one organic solar cell, wherein at least one upper solar cell is arranged on a top side of the carrier substrate and at least one lower solar cell is arranged on an underside of the carrier substrate, and a process for the production of such a solar cell module.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Ulrich Schindler
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Publication number: 20090151777Abstract: The present invention provides a solar absorptive material for a solar selective surface of an absorber of solar radiation. The solar absorptive material comprises a dispersed metallic material and a receiving the top surface boundary through which the solar radiation is received. Further, the solar absorptive material comprises a first region and a second region. The first region being located at a position closer to the receiving boundary than the second region and the first region has an average volume fraction of the dispersed metallic material that is larger than that of the second region.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2006Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEYInventors: Yongbai Yin, Lingxia Hang, David Mills
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Publication number: 20090151778Abstract: A solar energy photovoltaic (PV) control system includes a solar energy absorption board configured to receive solar energy from solar rays and transfer solar energy to voltage/current signals, a motor, a voltage/current collecting circuit connected to the solar energy absorption board to receive the voltage/current signals therefrom, a micro control unit (MCU) connected to the voltage/current collecting circuit to receive the voltage/current signals therefrom, and a motor driver connected between the MCU and the motor. The solar energy absorption board is fixed on the motor and the motor drives the solar energy absorption board to pivot. The MCU controls the motor driver to drive the motor to adjust the angle between incoming solar rays and the solar energy absorption board to place the solar energy absorption board to directly face the sun according to the collected voltage/current signals.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventor: CHIA-HUNG WANG
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Publication number: 20090151779Abstract: There is provided a composition comprising a first compound chosen from compounds of formulas (I) and (III) and a second compound chosen from compounds of formulas (II) and (IV): A-S?M+??(III) A-S—S-A??(IV) Various chemical entities can be used for R1 to R4, A, M, and Z. This composition can be particularly useful as a redox couple.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Amer Hammami, Benoit Marsan, Michel Armand, Gregory Hersant
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Publication number: 20090151780Abstract: A litroenergy power cell assembly includes a photovoltaic cell sheet member for producing electrical energy from light energy impinging there upon. A litrocell sheet member is positioned adjacent the photovoltaic cell sheet member. The litrocell sheet member includes a light-transparent matrix having dispersed therein a plurality of light-emitting phosphor particles in association with a tritium containing substance. The tritium containing substance excites the phosphor particles. Light emitted by the phosphor particles traverses the light-transparent matrix of the litrocell sheet member, and impinges upon the photovoltaic cell sheet member to produce electrical energy therefrom.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Michael P. Kohnen, II
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Publication number: 20090151781Abstract: Provided is a solar cell having a spherical surface. The solar cell includes a substrate having a back contact layer formed thereon; a plurality of carbon nanoelectrodes formed on the back contact layer so as to cross the back contact layer at right angles; a p-type junction layer formed to have a plurality of spheres which surround the plurality of carbon nanoelectrodes; an n-type junction layer and a transparent electrode layer that are sequentially laminated on the p-type junction layer; a first electrode formed on one side of the top surface of the back contact layer; and a second electrode formed on one side of the top surface of the transparent layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 29, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Ro Woon Lee, Jae Woo Joung, Hye Jin Cho
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Publication number: 20090151782Abstract: Disclosed are a hetero-junction silicon solar cell and a fabrication method thereof. The hetero-junction silicon solar cell according to the present invention forms a pn junction of a crystalline silicon substrate and a passivation layer doped with impurities so as to minimize a recombination of electrons and holes, making it possible to maximize efficiency of the hetero-junction silicon solar cell. The present invention provides a hetero-junction silicon solar cell comprising a crystalline silicon substrate and a passivation layer that is formed on the crystalline silicon substrate and is doped with impurities.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: LG ELECTRONICS INC.Inventors: Ji Hoon Ko, Young Joo Eo, Jin Ah Kim, Ju Hwan Yun, Il Hyoung Jung, Jong Hwan Kim
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Publication number: 20090151783Abstract: The present invention provides a translucent solar cell and a manufacturing method thereof. The translucent solar cell comprises, in stacking order, a substrate, a first electrode layer, a photoconductive layer and a second electrode layer. The translucent solar cell is characterized in that there are formed a plurality of first light-transmissive apertures on the second electrode layer and the plurality of first light-transmissive apertures are further extended in a depth direction to the photoconductive layer to form a plurality of second light-transmissive apertures corresponding to the first light-transmissive apertures. A projected area of each of the second light-transmissive apertures is equal to or smaller than that of a corresponding first light-transmissive aperture.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Chun-Hsiung LU, Chien-Chung Bi
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Publication number: 20090151784Abstract: A multilayer anti-reflection structure for a backside contact solar cell. The anti-reflection structure may be formed on a front side of the backside contact solar cell. The anti-reflection structure may include a passivation level, a high optical absorption layer over the passivation level, and a low optical absorption layer over the high optical absorption layer. The passivation level may include silicon dioxide thermally-grown on a textured surface of the solar cell substrate, which may be an N-type silicon substrate. The high optical absorption layer may be configured to block at least 10% of UV radiation coming into the substrate. The high optical absorption layer may comprise high-k silicon nitride and the low optical absorption layer may comprise low-k silicon nitride.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Hsin-Chiao LUAN, Denis De Ceuster
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Publication number: 20090151785Abstract: A solar cell is disclosed to include a single crystal silicon chip, an electrode system, a glass plate cover, a polymer film set between the single crystal silicon chip and the glass plate cover, and a spectrum converter containing an inorganic phosphor, which absorbs radiation in purple, blue and green light of the Sun's solar radiation and converts the absorption into a photoluminescent light in yellow, orange-yellow and infrared area in the electromagnetic spectrum. The architecture characteristic of the solar cell increases the efficiency by about 20%.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2008Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Soshchin Naum, Wei-Hung Lo, Chi-Ruei Tsai