Patents Issued in July 2, 2009
  • Publication number: 20090165333
    Abstract: A cushioning member for an article of footwear. The cushioning member is a flexible bladder having a fluidly interconnected heel chamber and forefoot chamber. The bladder is disposed above the sole and beneath the wearer's foot to provided added cushioning to the wearer. The bladder contains air at slightly above ambient pressure and can be formed by thermoforming or by welding two sheets of resilient, flexible material together. A connecting passage fluidly connects the heel chamber and the forefoot chamber. The connecting passage is narrow to control the flow of air between the two chambers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2009
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: Reebok International Ltd.
    Inventors: Paul E. LITCHFIELD, Matthew J. Montross, Steven F. Smith, J. Spencer White, Alexander W. Jessiman
  • Publication number: 20090165334
    Abstract: An insert for a shoe includes an insole for fitting into a shoe and a molded support structure fitted within the insole and a plurality of arch carriers, each of which is shaped to fit in a matting relationship with the molded support structure, where a user selects one of the plurality of arch carriers and inserts the arch carrier into the molded support structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Scott Kantro, Robert Fox, Charles G. Sipes, JR.
  • Publication number: 20090165335
    Abstract: An interchangeable glove-like covering for the toe end of a woman's high heel shoe that is used to change the visual appearance of the shoe. The covering has an upper portion and a lower portion that are mated to each other so as to form a closed end and an open end in the shape of the front end of the shoe. The upper portion is used to cover the top part of the toe end of the shoe and the lower portion is used to cover the sole of the shoe at the toe end. The lower portion has a slit extending from the open end and ending before the closed end to facilitate pulling the covering over the toe end of the shoe.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 1, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Bettye Jackson
  • Publication number: 20090165336
    Abstract: A shoe that relates to safety of the participants' when sports shoes with cleats are employed, e.g. golf, football, and soccer. Knee, ankle, & hip injuries are brought about by abrupt leg turns after the foot is planted and the participant's knee continues to move in a separate direction. A principle objective of the present invention is also to enhance the participants' performance. The primary objective, however, is to minimize the frequency and/or seriousness of knee, ankle, and hip injuries brought about by knee and leg turns after the foot is planted on the playing surface. This invention will permit the foot to rotate under magnetic control when enough pressure is exerted by the participant's body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 26, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Allen J. Anderson
  • Publication number: 20090165337
    Abstract: A device that is a shoe heel attachment is provided, the device functioning to increase the surface area of the distal end of the heel portion of a high-heeled shoe, the device including an anchor portion and a planar portion. The device protects the heel of a high value shoe from abrasion and moisture that results from walking on permeable ground surfaces such as grass, mud, and snow, and improves the safety of the wearer from falls that would otherwise result from insertion of the heel into catching spaces such as sidewalk cracks and subway grate coverings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Matthew Cohen, Jennifer Cohen
  • Publication number: 20090165338
    Abstract: The invention relates to a drilling tool comprising: two pairs of rotary drums in axial alignment on parallel axes; motor means for driving rotation of said drums; support means; and a support structure on which said drums are mounted to rotate and serving to connect said drums to the support means; said tool being characterized in that said motor means are mounted inside the drums; and in that said support structure comprises a plate forming bearings at its bottom ends for said drum; and a mounting pad for fastening to the support means, the top edge face of the plate connecting said pad to the bearing-forming means.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Philippe Chagnot, Fabrice Mathieu, Daniel Perpezat, Jean-Claude Riglet
  • Publication number: 20090165339
    Abstract: A lateral pin type tooth point structure for working machine bucket with which rust will not be generated in the critical portions of the lateral pin; there is no need for using a special tool for removing the pin as is required with the prior art, i.e., pin removal can be made simply and easily simply by using an ordinal tool; the need for making a hammering operation in pin removal as is required with the prior art is eliminated, which gives excellency in terms of securing the safety of operator; and the lateral pin body head portion and the set bolt head portion can be protected against damage due to the contact with the soil, and the like, at the time of ground excavation by the working machine bucket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Kiyoshi Watanabe
  • Publication number: 20090165340
    Abstract: The invention concerns a steam iron comprising a scaling indicator (10) and including a heating element (3) provided with a vaporizing chamber (30) for producing steam, the heating element (3) comprising an electrical heating resistor (31) controlled by a thermostat (6). The invention is characterized in that it is equipped with means for counting the number of cycles closing or opening the thermostat (6) and in that the scaling indicator (10) is activated based on the number of cycles of the thermostat (6).
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: ROWENTA WERKE GMBH
    Inventor: Matthias Hahn
  • Publication number: 20090165341
    Abstract: A soleplate (101) comprises a metallic layer (102), a non-ferromagnetic layer (104) and a ferromagnetic layer (103) sandwiched between the metallic layer (102) and non-ferromagnetic layer (104). The soleplate (101) is used in an induction heating-based cordless iron (100). The electromagnetic field from an induction coil (109) located in a stand (108), where the iron rests and gets charged, can pass beyond the non-ferromagnetic layer (104) and heat the ferromagnetic layer (103) efficiently. The non-ferromagnetic layer (104) that is forming an ironing plate ensures a uniform heat transfer to the metallic layer (102) for good steaming performance for effective cordless ironing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.
    Inventors: Chandra Mohan Janakiraman, Yong Jiang, Job Van Der Burg
  • Publication number: 20090165342
    Abstract: A display panel (10) has a plurality of T-shaped slots (12) extending thereacross, for receiving hangers (35) for products. An insert (19) is provided for each slot (12), which insert is made of metal and has a suitable shape to permit the insert (19) to be rolled into the slot from the front face (11) of the panel (10), with only minimal deformation of the insert. A channel (24) is formed along the free edge (23) of an arcuate leg (21) of the insert (19), the channel (24) being directed outwardly whereby a corner region (33) between the outer face (11) of the panel (10) and one side of the slot (12) may locate in the channel (24), so as to secure the insert (19) in position, in the slot.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2005
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Godfrey Victor Chasmer, Gennady Balashov
  • Publication number: 20090165343
    Abstract: Providing a digital experience with a greeting card. A card purchaser selects one or more digital experiences to enhance or complete the thought of the selected card. The selection of digital experiences can occur using a computing device in a retail store or remotely via the Internet. The purchaser scans an identification code or selects a digital representation of the greeting card at the computing device and is presented with digital experiences best suited to the selected card. Additionally, the card purchaser may view or select from a full-line of digital experiences without scanning or selecting the digital representation of the card. Information relating to the digital experience is included in the card. The card is transmitted to a recipient, and the recipient accesses the digital experience based on information provided in the greeting card. The digital experience may be provided to the recipient using a digital delivery device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2009
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: American Greetings Corporation
    Inventors: Carol Miller, Harry West, Kenneth Ryan Gilroy, Masanao Homma, Toby Shingleton
  • Publication number: 20090165344
    Abstract: A sign comprising at least one support member and a body portion attached to the support member. The sign includes at least one reflective layer secured to the body portion. The sign includes at least one optically transmissive layer secured to the reflective layer such that the reflective layer is positioned between the optically transmissive layer and the body portion. The optically transmissive layer defines an interior portion, a border encompassing the interior portion, and at least one message positioned at least partially within the interior portion. The interior portion and the border comprise contrasting colors. The reflective layer is structured to reflect light through the optically transmissive layer to augment the contrast between the interior portion and the border to thereby enhance the visibility of the message.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2009
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Christopher D. Noble
  • Publication number: 20090165345
    Abstract: A system and method for installing a decorative exterior on a standard signpost is disclosed. A first exterior shell is mounted on one side of the post, and a second exterior shell is mounted on the other. Discs halves are also provided which, when installed between the post and the shells, cause the shells to be securely fastened to the post.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Bradley W. Davidson
  • Publication number: 20090165346
    Abstract: A sign holder device for the support and display of signage. The device includes a base, sign holder and a stem, the stem having a first end appended to the base and a second end supporting the sign holder. The stem has a length defined by the distance between its first and second ends, the length being adjustable to vary the distance between the base and sign holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Benjamin L Garfinkle
  • Publication number: 20090165347
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for displaying a spirit banner of an individual includes a banner having an opening into which a grommet is inserted. A hook has an upper bend and a lower bend. The upper and lower bends each have an upwardly extending arm and a downwardly extending arm attached to one another. The upwardly extending arm of the upper bend is attached to the downwardly extending arm of the lower bend. The upwardly extending arm of the lower bend and the downwardly extending arm of the upper bend each have an end which is free of any attachment. The upwardly extending arm of the lower bend is disposed through the grommet of the banner. A loop worn by the individual captures the downwardly extending arm of the upper bend of the hook in order to secure the hook and the banner to the individual.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: VENTURE 4 PARTNERS LLC.
    Inventor: Scott Joey Rainnes
  • Publication number: 20090165348
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a display means comprising a stand adapted to secure a screen. The stand comprises a first part which supports against an underlying supportive surface and comprises a bobbin enclosed in a cavity in the first part. The screen can be wounded onto and withdrawn from the bobbin. The stand also comprises a telescopic pole means comprising an inner tube and an outer tube, which tubes telescopically can be moved in relation to each other. The stand also comprises a lock means arranged on the inner tube and operable to releasably lock the tubes in relation to each other, a coupling means arranged at a first end of the inner tube and operable to secure the screen when it is at least partly withdrawn from the bobbin, and a damper means comprising a first part arranged on the inner tube, and a second part arranged on the outer tube.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2006
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Robert Aberg
  • Publication number: 20090165349
    Abstract: The embodiment provide an assembly of contact indication and label holder using the same component for switching devices to provide safety indications to the technicians or end users. The assembly comprises of a tag and label holder. Tagging arrangement consists of an indication window for indication status of MCB i.e. ON/OFF and two hinges for holding label holder. The component also has two windows, which are intended for locking of label holder and groove for holding indicating paper. The user can write details on this indicating paper i.e. with which place it is connected and other details. The label holder has an inbuilt lens for giving contact indication a zooming effect for clear differentiation between red and green color of indication flag.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: LARSEN & TOUBRO LIMITED
    Inventors: Virendra Singh Bura, Satbir Singh
  • Publication number: 20090165350
    Abstract: A poster mounting apparatus includes an elongate mounting member (2) in the form of a hinge with a longitudinal hinge axis, having a movable leaf (9) and a fixed leaf (11) which is securable to a support. The movable leaf (9) has a longitudinal groove (23) for receiving a bar-like portion (28) provided on an edge of a poster (24) and is pivotable about the hinge axis between an open position, in which the bar-like portion can be inserted into and removed from the groove (23), and a closed position, in which the groove (23) opens in a direction away from the main part of the poster (24) so that the bar-like portion is retained in the groove. The movable leaf (9) is releasably connectable to the fixed leaf (11) to maintain the movable leaf in the closed position. An elongate edging element (26) for the poster comprises an extrusion having a strip-like portion (27) for connection to an edge portion of the poster and a bar-like portion (28) for connection to the poster mounting apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2006
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Sam Cook
  • Publication number: 20090165351
    Abstract: A kind of digital photo frame with exchangeable covers includes a LCD (liquid crystal display) and an external panel frame. Several groups of tabling grooves are set on the surface portions of the external frames to provide relative snap-fit portions of the inner side faces of those covers and the easy snapping positioning. And, those covers can be changed at will to provide the digital photo frames with versatility and fitness thus the need of users ate satisfied.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 26, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Chun Chieh Hsu
  • Publication number: 20090165352
    Abstract: A hunting blind is comprised of a frame and a fabric shell supported by and releasably attached to the frame. The frame is comprised of a pair of A-frame structures of similar configuration and each includes telescopic members forming legs and a cross-member that spans between the legs. Coupling assemblies pivotally attach the legs to the cross-member so that the legs can be selectively folded against or extended from the cross-member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Michael A. Beacco
  • Publication number: 20090165353
    Abstract: A decoy has a body and a stand to support the body. In one embodiment, the stand has a least three legs which pivot between extended and collapsed positions, wherein a retainer structure releasably retains the legs in the extended positions. In another embodiment, the decoy includes an interconnect for securing the stand to the body. The interconnect snaps into connection with the body. In one embodiment, the interconnect has a pair of circumferential openings retaining the stand along the body during shipment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: John Brian Priest, Gregory Gustav Ladehoff
  • Publication number: 20090165354
    Abstract: An ice fishing trap comprising in its operational state a crossbeam dimensioned for extending across a hole in ice covering a body of water, and a hingedly coupled vertical mast. The vertical mast has a rotatable reel dimensioned to carry a length of fishing line and a hook. A trigger mechanism is provided, wherein a rotation of the reel causes an arcuate movement of a trigger hook. One aspect of the invention provides at least two stabilizer limbs hingedly coupled to the crossbeam, so as to form a general Z shaped support base when operational. In another aspect the fishing trap provides a trigger bolt coupled to an indicator spring, wherein the trigger bolt is utilized to couple the indicator spring to the trigger hook. The trigger bolt is slidingly supported by bolt guide, thus providing improved resistance to false indications due wind vibration and the like. Preferably, the trigger bolt is coupled to the indicator spring by a ring shaped coupler.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Rickey M. Rand
  • Publication number: 20090165355
    Abstract: The fishing line guide for a fishing rod comprises a tapered holder 2b which is formed by pressing and expanding a holder 2b formed in a holding part 2a of a ceramic ring of a guide 2, which is formed by cutting a steel plate material 1, in an inner surface of the same, with an entrance having a larger diameter, and a diameter of an exit gradually getting narrower, whereby an epoxy adhesive 5 is injected into an insertion part at regular intervals and is solidified when an inner surface of the holder 2b and a ceramic ring contact with each other by inserting the ceramic ring 3 for thereby attaching the ceramic ring into the interior of the holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 24, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: KIGAN INDUSTRY CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Chun Jae JEONG
  • Publication number: 20090165356
    Abstract: A fishing apparatus that utilizes a remote controlled boat to remotely deliver the hooked portion of a fishing line to the desired fishing area on the water is disclosed. The remote controlled boat includes a fishing line guide attached thereto. The fishing line guide includes a quick-release attachment portion to which a quick-release pad with fishing line is attached.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Arlin Curtis Blum
  • Publication number: 20090165357
    Abstract: An adjustable buoyancy fishing bobber system for efficiently increasing or decreasing the buoyancy of a bobber to match the particular combined weight of the fishing line, lure and bait being currently utilized. The adjustable buoyancy fishing bobber system generally includes a casing including a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion extends from the second portion, wherein the casing includes a chamber formed within the first portion and the second portion. Adjusting the first portion with respect to the second portion adjusts a volume of air within the casing. A vent including a channel extends from the casing, wherein the channel extends through vent and fluidly connects to the chamber of the casing to allow the air from within the chamber to escape or enter within the chamber during adjusting.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Darin St. Germain
  • Publication number: 20090165358
    Abstract: A fishing case equipped with compartments to separate, organize and contain all necessary tackle required in an easily accessible manor by the fisherman including pole, real, hooks, lures and bait in a secure protected manner. The entire case is constructed of a durable moldable material shaped in an rectangular tube with two outer shells that open on one side with hinges and both closeable and lockable for security and containment purposes. Each of the multiple compartments is self contained with its own openable and securable compartment to enable organization of the items carried as well as a separate insulated bait compartment permitting the carrying of live baits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 26, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Charles Tough
  • Publication number: 20090165359
    Abstract: A novel bacterial strain of Bacillus thuringiensis for inhibiting insect pests is provided, wherein the Bacillus thuringiensis includes the fragments of cry1Aa, a cry1Ab, a cry1C, a cry1D and a cry1F genes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: Taiwan Agricultural Chemicals and Toxic Substances Research Inst., Council of Agriculture, Executive
    Inventors: Ching-Chou Tzeng, Suey-Sheng Kao
  • Publication number: 20090165360
    Abstract: Compositions are provided that contain fragrance compounds and fragrance fixatives selected from diesters of TMPD. Scented compositions and scented articles containing such compositions are also provided. Also disclosed are methods for imparting a fragrance to a location and methods for formulating the compositions of the present invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANY
    Inventors: Suzanne Winegar Dobbs, Terry Ann Oldfield, David Justin Olsen
  • Publication number: 20090165361
    Abstract: The present invention provides carbonaceous fuels and processes for making them. Moreover, the invention also relates to processes using the carbonaceous fuels in the production of cement products. One embodiment of the invention is a carbonaceous fuel comprising (a) unconverted fines of a carbonaceous feedstock, the carbonaceous feedstock having an ash content of greater than 1%, the fines having an average particle size less than about 45 ?m; and (b) a char residue formed by catalytic gasification of the carbonaceous feedstock, the char residue having an ash content of greater than about 30%, wherein the ash includes at least one aluminum-containing compound or silicon-containing compound; and having a weight ratio of fines to char residue in the range of about 4:1 to about 1:4, and a total dry basis wt % of carbon of least about 40%.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: GreatPoint Energy, Inc.
    Inventors: Alkis S. Rappas, Earl T. Robinson
  • Publication number: 20090165362
    Abstract: The invention provides a gas oil composition wherein the molar ratio of isoparaffins with carbon number of m and two or more branches to isoparaffins with carbon number of m and one branch within the range of C10-21 is 0.05-3.5, wherein m is an integer of 10-21, and the molar ratio of isoparaffins with carbon number of n and two or more branches to isoparaffins with carbon number of n and one branch within the range of C22-25 is 0.1-10.0, wherein n is an integer of 22-25. The invention also provides a gas oil composition wherein the molar ratio of isoparaffins with carbon number of m and two or more branches to isoparaffins with carbon number of m and one branch within the range of C10-23 is 0.05-4.0, wherein m is an integer of 10-23, and the distillate volume at a distillation temperature of 250° C. (E250) is 15-65%.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Yasutoshi Iguchi, Hideaki Sugano, Osamu Tamura
  • Publication number: 20090165363
    Abstract: The use of from 0.1 to 5 wt %, based on overall gasoline composition, of a base oil having a kinematic viscosity at 100° C. of at least 1 cSt, in a gasoline composition comprising a major amount of gasoline is disclosed for improving the acceleration response of a four-stroke spark-ignition internal combustion engine fueled by the gasoline composition. A method of operating a four-stroke spark-ignition internal combustion engine is also disclosed which method involves introducing into a combustion chamber of said engine a gasoline composition comprising: (a) a major amount of a gasoline; and (b) from 0.1 wt % to 5 wt %, based on the overall gasoline composition, of a base oil having a kinematic viscosity at 100° C. of at least 1 cSt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Christopher William CLAYTON, Richard John Price, Nigel Peter Tait, Robert Ian Taylor
  • Publication number: 20090165364
    Abstract: The use of mixtures of (A) aliphatic saturated or unsaturated monocarboxylic acids having from 12 to 24 carbon atoms or their dimerization or trimerization products, or their ammonium salts, amides, esters or nitrites, and (B) polycyclic hydrocarbon compounds which are obtainable from distillation residues of natural oils which have been extracted from tree resins for improving the storage stability of fuel additive concentrates which comprise at least one detergent and at least one cetane number improver, the mixtures of components (A) and (B) being used in a concentration of from 0.7 to 20% by weight based on the total amount of the fuel additive concentrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: BASF SE
    Inventor: Jörn Karl
  • Publication number: 20090165365
    Abstract: Fuel additives are disclosed for high-asphaltene carbonaceous fuels such as residual fuel oil or coal. Such additives provide improved combustion characteristics. Such improved combustion characteristics include one or both of improved efficiency and decreased emissions of pollutants. In particular, the fuel additives include an extract from a plant such as fescue, alfeque, or alfalfa, and optionally, an organometallic compound. The use of a fuel additive including both a plant extract and an organometallic compound is particularly useful in improving the combustion characteristics of fuels with particularly high asphaltene content.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2006
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Frederick L. Jordan
  • Publication number: 20090165366
    Abstract: Embodiments of a method for using a microreactor to produce biodiesel. For example, the method may comprise flowing a first fluid comprising an alcohol and a second fluid comprising an oil to the microreactor. Alcohols typically, but not necessarily, are lower aliphatic alcohols, including methanol, ethanol, amyl alcohol or combinations thereof. Biodiesel production can be under supercritical conditions, where such conditions typically are determined relative to the alcohol component. Suitable sources of oil products include soy, inedible tallow and grease, corn, edible tallow and lard, cotton, rapeseed, sunflower, canola, peanut, safflower, and combinations thereof. Catalysts can be used to facilitate biodiesel production, such as metal oxides, metal hydroxides, metal carbonates, alcoholic metal carbonates, alkoxides, mineral acids and enzymes. Oil conversion to biodiesel typically increases with increasing mean microreactor residence time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Goran Nadezda Jovanovic, Brian Kevin Paul, James Parker, Ahmad Al-Dhubabian
  • Publication number: 20090165367
    Abstract: Methods of and systems for generating a bio-fuel from a bio-substance with the assistance of radio frequency heating are taught. In some embodiments, the system includes a reactant containing a bio-substance and an alcohol, a catalyst to be mixed with the reactant, and a radio frequency wave generator for generating a radio frequency wave to be applied to the bio-substance. The bio-substance comes from any appropriate sources including animal oils and fats, such as beef tallow. Alternatively, the bio-substance is able to come from a plant, a fungus, or a protist. One example would be canola oil. In some embodiments, the catalyst is a transesterification catalyst, a Lewis acid, or a Lewis base such as sodium hydroxide. In some embodiments, the alcohol is methanol. In some embodiments, the bio-fuel is bio-diesel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Yifen Wang, Shaoyang Liu, Steven E. Taylor
  • Publication number: 20090165368
    Abstract: A process for transitioning from gaseous fuel reformation to liquid fuel reformation has been invented. The process comprises a series of control steps wherein an autothermal reforming reactor's temperature can substantially be stable and satisfactory hydrogen concentration and selectivity can be achieved for producer gas during the transition process. The temperature is controlled by, for example, adjusting the air and water feed. Formulas and algorithms for writing control programs have also been developed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Yunquan Liu, Curtis L. Krause, Dennis P. Essl
  • Publication number: 20090165369
    Abstract: Compositions of multi-layer nanoparticies and methods for making the multi-layer nanoparticles are provided. The multi-layer nanoparticle can include a core-shell structure including a core material covered by a multi-layer shell. The multi-layer shelled nanoparticles can be produced using template particles. In one embodiment, the template particle can be provided including a shell layer formed over a core material. One or more other shell layers can then be formed on the template particle and thereby forming a core-shell structured nanoparticle with a diameter of about 1 ?m or less.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Claudia Catalina Luhrs, Jonathan Phillips
  • Publication number: 20090165370
    Abstract: A solid fuel for fuel cells is produced by introducing a fuel for fuel cells into a porous material, molding an obtained fuel-carrying material to a predetermined shape and forming a coating film on the surface of an obtained molded fuel-carrying material. Further, a solid fuel for fuel cells is produced by introducing water and a fuel for fuel cells into a porous material, molding an obtained fuel-carrying material to a predetermined shape and forming a coating film on the surface of an obtained molded fuel-carrying material. A solid fuel for fuel cells excellent in handleability can be produced thereby, while the safety of the fuel for fuel cells is improved by controlling the vaporization of the fuel for fuel cells.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2006
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: KURITA WATER INDUSTRIES LTD.
    Inventor: Koichi Mori
  • Publication number: 20090165371
    Abstract: This invention relates to multilayer films and structures such as greenhouses and agricultural tunnels covered in such films.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Sebastien G. Chevalier, Hailan Guo, Jiun-Chen Wu
  • Publication number: 20090165372
    Abstract: Flexible lengths of garden edging made from recycled rubber can be placed on the ground and pinned thereto. By being flexible, the garden edging will not crack or break when stood on and therefore can have a fairly slimline forward edge which makes mowing easier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 26, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Peter Smart
  • Publication number: 20090165373
    Abstract: A rotary plant growing apparatus has a cylindrical structure rotatably mounted on a support base. The cylindrical structure consists of a plurality of baskets in which plants may be grown and rotates around a rotational axis such that the baskets are at least partially immersed in nutrient reservoir containing a liquid nutrient for nourishing the plants. A light source extending at least partially through the cylindrical structure provides light for growth of plants. The baskets are securely and removably attached to rims of the cylindrical structures by pins extending therefrom and which have heads which retaining the pins in apertures therefore on the rims. A motor and gear arrangement provides rotation of the cylindrical structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 26, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventors: Angelo Souvlos, Costa Sacaretsanos, Terry Zouboulakis
  • Publication number: 20090165374
    Abstract: A buoyant habitat system comprising an island body or submersible growing area, at least one solid elevated growing area and at least one hollowed-out elevated growing area. Preferably, the island body or submersible growing area has a top surface and is comprised of a nonwoven matrix that is injected with buoyant foam. Preferably, the at least one solid elevated growing area is attached to said top surface and is comprised of a nonwoven matrix that is injected with buoyant foam. Preferably, the at least one hollowed-out elevated growing area is attached to said top surface and is comprised of an outer ring of said nonwoven matrix that encircles a portion of growth medium.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2007
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: Fountainhead, LLC
    Inventors: Bruce G. Kania, Frank M. Stewart
  • Publication number: 20090165375
    Abstract: Waste disposal plant comprising a tank (3) for holding reactant substances (5) with a high carbon content; a tank (9) for holding dry products; a water pipe (20) for supplying the plant with water (21); a reactor (24) with a plasma torch (25); a logic control unit for channeling, to the reactor (24), controlled amounts of reactant substances, dry products and water (21), determining their disintegration through pyrolysis forming wastes (32) and a synthesis gas (31) having carbonaceous compounds, water vapour and oxygen contents measures through diagnostics means (36, 37, 39) arranged to intercept the synthesis gas (31) and controlled in feedback by the logic control unit through the controlled actuation of transport means and a valve (23) of the water pipe (20).
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: EXEL 3 S.r.l
    Inventors: Valerio ABATE, Michela BIANCHI, Alberto CONTI
  • Publication number: 20090165376
    Abstract: Steam generating gasification reactors for providing high-pressure and high-temperature steam for catalytic gasification of a carbonaceous feedstock can be based on oxygen blown gasification reactors adapted for processing a slurry feedstock comprising at least 40% water. The exhaust from the slurry gasifier comprises at least steam, carbon monoxide and hydrogen. The slurry composition and the oxygen to fuel ratio can be varied to control the ratio of carbonaceous gases in the generator exhaust. By directing substantially all of exhaust gases produced from the slurry gasification reactor through the catalytic gasifier and subsequent gas separation and sequestration processes, a greatly higher energy efficiency and decreased carbon footprint can be realized.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: GREATPOINT ENERGY, INC.
    Inventors: Francis S. Lau, Earl T. Robinson
  • Publication number: 20090165377
    Abstract: The invention concerns a method for producing synthetic gas on an industrial site comprising at least one gas turbine wherein the oxygen-containing gas produced by the gas turbine is upgraded in a combustion implemented on the industrial site or in a heat recovery unit of the industrial site. Preferably, the oxygen-containing gas is used as oxidant of the combustion thereby enabling the reaction for forming the syngas. The invention also concerns a method for controlling the introduction of the oxygen-containing required for combustion to enable the syngas to be formed into a syngas reactor and an associated device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2006
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: L'Air Liquide, Societe Anonyme Pour L'Etude Et L'Exploitation Des Procedes Georges Claude
    Inventors: Daphne Koh, Pascal Avart, Bhadra S. Grover
  • Publication number: 20090165378
    Abstract: Methods for fractional catalytic pyrolysis which allow for conversion of biomass into a slate of desired products without the need for post-pyrolysis separation are described. The methods involve use of a fluid catalytic bed which is maintained at a suitable pyrolysis temperature. Biomass is added to the catalytic bed, preferably while entrained in a non-reactive gas such as nitrogen, causing the biomass to become pyrolyzed and forming the desired products in vapor and gas forms, allowing the desired products to be easily separated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Inventor: Foster A. Agblevor
  • Publication number: 20090165379
    Abstract: Particulate compositions are described comprising an intimate mixture of a coal and a gasification catalyst in the presence of steam to yield a plurality of gases including methane and at least one or more of hydrogen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, ammonia and other higher hydrocarbons are formed. Processes are also provided for the preparation of the particulate compositions and converting the particulate composition into a plurality of gaseous products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: GreatPoint Energy, Inc.
    Inventor: Alkis S. Rappas
  • Publication number: 20090165380
    Abstract: Particulate compositions are described comprising an intimate mixture of a petroleum coke and an alkali metal gasification catalyst, where the alkali metal gasification catalyst comprises a combination of an alkali metal hydroxide and one or more other alkali metal compounds are loaded onto coke for gasification in the presence of steam to yield a plurality of gases including methane and at least one or more of hydrogen, carbon monoxide, and other higher hydrocarbons are formed. Processes are also provided for the preparation of the particulate compositions and converting the particulate composition into a plurality of gaseous products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: GREATPOINT ENERGY, INC.
    Inventors: Francis S. Lau, Earl T. Robinson
  • Publication number: 20090165381
    Abstract: The present invention provides processes for making syngas-derived products. For example, one aspect of the present invention provides a process for making a syngas-derived product, the process comprising (a) providing a carbonaceous feedstock; (b) converting the carbonaceous feedstock in a syngas formation zone at least in part to a synthesis gas stream comprising hydrogen and carbon monoxide; (c) conveying the synthesis gas stream to a syngas reaction zone; (d) reacting the synthesis gas stream in the syngas reaction zone to form the syngas-derived product and heat energy, a combustible tail gas mixture, or both; (e) recovering the syngas-derived product; and (f) recovering the heat energy formed from the reaction of the synthesis gas stream, burning the combustible tail gas mixture to form heat energy, or both.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: GREATPOINT ENERGY, INC.
    Inventor: Earl T. Robinson
  • Publication number: 20090165382
    Abstract: Processes for extracting and recycling alkali metal compounds present in the char produced from the catalytic gasification of carbonaceous materials are provided involving at least contacting the char with and alkali metal hydroxide followed by carbon dioxide. Both the alkali metal hydroxide and carbon dioxide treatments serve to convert at least a portion of the insoluble alkali metal compounds in the char into soluble species which can be recovered and recycled.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: GreatPoint Energy, Inc.
    Inventors: Alkis S. Rappas, Robert A. Spitz