Abstract: A new Clematis plant with profuse, light violet flowers and early flowering habit. The variety successfully propagates from softwood cuttings and is suitable for cultivation commercial nursery culture culture. This new and distinct variety has shown to be uniform and stable in the resulting generations from asexual propagation from vegetative cuttings.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of peach tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ Rootstock (non-patented), grown on Handford sandy loam soil with Storie Index rating 95, in USDA Hardiness Zone 9, near Modesto, Calif., with standard commercial fruit growing practices, such as pruning, thinning, spraying, irrigation and fertilization. Its novelty consist of the following combination of desirable features: 1. Vigorous, upright tree growth. 2. Production of large size, peento type fruit. 3. Fruit with firm flesh, good handling and shipping qualities. 4. Yellow flesh fruit with a sweet, sub-acid flavor. 5. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 6. Heavy and regular production of fruit.

Abstract: A new Angelonia plant named ‘Car Rasp,’ particularly distinguished by the red-purple flower color, upright and compact habit, with dense foliage, strong stems, and good floriferousness.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Cuphea named ‘BALLISTIC’ that is characterized by mounding habit and many large flowers which are colored pink to red, dark purple and white. In combination these characteristics set ‘BALLISTIC’ apart from all other existing varieties of Cuphea known to the inventor.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of blueberry (Vaccinium hybrid) plant named ‘C97-390’, characterized by its combination of upright to bushy plant shape and strong plant growth vigor, evergreen foliage, earliness of flowering and fruiting, large fruit size, firm fruit suited to handling, attractive dark blue fruit color and small picking scar. This combination results in higher quality fruit with an earlier availability than other varieties.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Chasmanthium latifolium, ‘River Mist’, characterized by its green and white variegated foliage and its white seed heads that cascade from upright culms.

Abstract: A new Mandevilla plant named ‘Fisrix Pinka,’ particularly distinguished by large pink flowers, floriferous habit, deep green, glossy foliage, elliptical leaves, well branched, bushy plant habit, and vigorous growth.

Abstract: Adi is a selection of the ancestral banana line Zelig, which belongs to Musa acuminata cv. Cavendish. When compared to its ancestral line, ‘Adi’ shows the following characteristics: 1. Dwarf-like stature, 2. Wider girth size, 3. Higher fruit yield, 4. Longer fruit size (“fingers”), 5. Higher levels of sucrose and starch in the pulp, 6. Tolerance to windy conditions.

Abstract: A new and distinct Cuphea llavea plant named ‘Viepur’ with large, reddish-purple flowers and an upright growth habit.

Abstract: The invention concerns a wind power installation comprising a pylon, a foundation for the pylon and an energy transfer unit for transfer of the current generated to the power network. The wind power installation according to the invention is distinguished in that the weight of the energy transfer unit is carried by the foundation of the pylon of the wind power installation.

Abstract: A copy prevention method and apparatus for a digital video system is disclosed including the steps of: (a) adding a header area of a header start code and key field to a reproduced bit stream: (b) decrypting and transmitting the bit stream to which the header area is added: (c) detecting a key field of the decrypted and transmitted bit stream and detecting copy prevention information; and (d) encrypting the bit stream according to information detected from stop (c) and recording it an tape. A copy protection method including receiving encrypted digital data to be recorded, key information which is required to decrypt the encrypted digital data, and first copy control information which indicates a copy permission status of the encrypted digital data; and recording the encrypted digital data, the key information, and second copy control information on a digital recording medium, based on at least a status of the first copy control information.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus that substantially prevent the fraudulent use of wireless units roaming in visited systems. A visited mobile switching center (MSC-V) registers a wireless unit that is roaming in the visited system, but denies originating communication service to the unit. To make a call, the unit provides a code and identification information. The MSC-V routes the code and identification information to a verification entity. The entity determines whether the wireless unit is a verified or authentic unit. If the wireless unit is a verified unit, the verification entity responds positively to the MSC-V. Based on the verification, the MSC-V removes the denial of originating communication service from the wireless unit. Advantageously, the home system need not be consulted by the MSC-V with respect to the authenticity of the wireless unit.

Abstract: A method and device for securing a removable Attached Computer Module (“ACM”) 10. ACM 10 inserts into a Computer Module Bay (“CMB”) 40 within a peripheral console to form a functional computer such as a desktop computer or portable computer. The present ACM 10 includes a locking system, which includes hardware and software 600, 700, to prevent accidental removal or theft of the ACM from the peripheral console. While ACM is in transit, further security is necessary against illegal or unauthorized use. If ACM contains confidential data, a high security method is needed to safeguard against theft.

Abstract: A protective glove for a firefighter or for an emergency worker has an outer shell, an intermediate liner providing a moisture barrier, and an inner liner providing a thermal barrier, the outer shall having an inspection port, which is openable and closeable and which when opened enables portions of the intermediate liner to be visually inspected through the inspection port, the outer shell having a flap, which is positionable between a position wherein the inspection port is closed by the flap and positions wherein the inspection port is opened, the protective glove having releasable fasteners, such as hook-and-loop fasteners, for releasably fastening the flap in the position wherein the inspection port is closed by the flap.

Abstract: A load-bearing system is provided which includes a web of sufficient strength to support predetermined loads suspended from the web. The system also includes an array of apertures in the web. The apertures can be elongate slots, and the array may be such that the slots can form plural pairs of slots which can define respective positions. At each of the positions, a pouch may be attached to the web via an attachment arrangement that can form a closed loop through the respective pair of slots.

Abstract: A premium ventilated toilet having an automated toilet ventilation system for removing noxious fumes from a bowl area of the toilet is disclosed. The ventilation system is mostly built-in to the toilet (e.g., ventilation ducts, and sensors) so that it is unobtrusive and attractive looking, however the active parts (e.g., a blower unit containing a blower impeller, a backflow shutoff valve, and electronic control circuitry) are contained in an simple housing that is unobtrusively and removably attached to the surface (preferably on the side) of the toilet base for simplified installation, maintenance, and replacement as needed. Automated operation is enabled by a non-contact occupancy (proximity) sensor and a flush sensor, both preferably built into a flush handle of the toilet. Detection of occupancy causes the ventilation system to operate and flushing turns it off.

Abstract: An apparatus for selectively moving a toilet seat between a first and second position comprising: a base, a first pedal having a first end for receiving a downward force thereon pivotally connected to the base, a first means connected between the toilet seat and an end of the first pedal opposite the first end for moving the toilet seat from a first position to a second position, a second pedal having a first end for receiving a downward force thereon and pivotally connected at an edge opposite the first end to the first pedal, a second means connected between the second pedal and an upper end of the first moving means for moving at least one of the toilet seat from the second position to the first position and the second pedal away from the first pedal.

Abstract: A hydrotherapy jet comprising a jet body having a water inlet and an air inlet to allow water and air to flow into the jet body from water and air conduits, respectively. A diffuser is housed within that jet body and is rotatable within the jet body to control the amount of water flowing into the jet body. The water and air inlets are rotatable about the longitudinal axis of the jet body to align the water and air inlets with the water and air conduits, respectively.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a kit for use in a shower enclosure with a shower curtain. The kit contains a wall component, a connecting component and a retaining component. The wall component has a back wall and at least one front wall, and is removably attachable to a wall surface of the shower enclosure. The connecting component has both a front portion and back portion. The back portion is detachably connectable to one of said at least one front wall of the wall component by means of magnets attached thereto. Once the wall component and connecting component are connected together, they form a watertight barrier. The front portion of the connecting component contains a protrusion in the form of two spaced apart, elongated arms that are each provided with an abutting edge against which part of the shower curtain may be positioned. The retaining component is detachably connectable to the protrusion of the connecting component with the part of the shower curtain snapped in between.

Abstract: The subject of the invention is a mechanical lifting system with seat which enable the disabled people with paralysis or paresis of lower limps to stand up from the wheelchair and without excessive energy expenditure take upright position in standing frame and came back to the wheelchair. This mechanical lifting system can be used in a kind of walking frame, static standing frame or mobile standing frame and is very useful in rehabilitation of disabled people.

Abstract: An adjustable bed frame includes a frame having a first retractable device in a horizontal direction for securing a first supporting unit. The first supporting unit includes a second retractable device for securing a first mattress. Second supporting units are provided at respective sides of the frame. Each second supporting unit has a third retractable device therein for securing a second mattress. The first mattress is connected with a soft pad. The second mattress is connected with a soft pad. The first supporting unit can be pulled outward in a horizontal direction. Both the first mattress and the second mattress can be lifted upward, and the soft pads can be turned for different purposes.

Abstract: A bed frame or other structural construction having a locking mechanism to allow two structural members to be affixed and locked together. A first structural member sits atop of the second structural member and has a pair of posts that interfit into a pair of holes formed in the second structural member. The locking mechanism is located at an end of the first structural member and includes a slide that is movable along the longitudinal axis of the first structural member to slide between a retracted, unlocked position and an extended, locked position where the slide contacts the lower surface of the second structural member to sandwich the second structural member between the first structural member and the slide to block the structural members from moving with respect to each to withdraw the posts from the holes, thereby locking the first and second structural members together.

Abstract: A patient support (10) is provided for supporting a patient. Patient support (10) includes a frame (12), a deck (16), a mattress (18) and siderails (24 and 26).

Abstract: A patient support apparatus including a patient support and a powered transport device to facilitate movement of a patient support.

Abstract: A cushion or pillow device may comprise first and second tubular members joined at respective lateral portions to define valleys between the tubular members. The tubular members may comprise an outer covering and an inner portion comprising a pliable filler. The outer covering may be fabric that is joined to define the tubular members. The outer covering may be closed to contain the pliable filler. The outer cover may also have open ends for receiving inserts containing pliable filler that are placed within the outer covering. The cushion or pillow device may be manufactured in a number of manners, such as by joining of a fabric or another material to define sleeves, or by molding. The cushion or pillow device may be inserted in a case having an elongate portion for tucking between the frame and mattress of a gurney, hospital bed or the like. The elongate portion may be provided with a cutaway or slit defining separate arms, or a perforation that allows tearing to form the arms.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for relieving back pain, the apparatus having a top and a leg assembly for supporting the top when the apparatus is placed on a surface. A method of relieving back pain is also provided, wherein a user adjusts the height of an apparatus according to the user's buttock popliteus length, and lay on the surface and place his/her lower legs or feet on the top of an apparatus such that the knees are bent at substantially 90 degrees and his/her back is flat on the surface.

Abstract: This invention relates to a foam integrated innerspring mattress and method of manufacture wherein a flexible polyurethane foam is adhered onto the top and bottom of individually wrapped pocket innersprings, and additional polyurethane foam is molded onto the sides of the mattress.

Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper, a sole assembly, and a support assembly positioned in the sole assembly and including a plurality of pillars. Each pillar includes an outer layer and an inner layer of cushioning material contained with the outer layer.

Abstract: The method of retrieving a pig which is stuck in a pipeline including the steps of piercing the pig, establishing a circulation from the near end to the far end of the pig, gripping the central portion of the pig, and pulling the pig back to the proximate end of the pipeline.

Abstract: A caulk tool has a finishing head at one end of a handheld main body, and a cutting mechanism located near the other end. The finishing head can include a bristle structure used for smoothing out caulk and sealants. The cutting mechanism may include a push button blade for cutting tips of caulk and sealant tubes to a desired length and angle.

Abstract: A component brush system for use with a drive shaft, including at least two connectable-disconnectable members. Each connectable-disconnectable member has a top surface, a bottom surface and a middle sandwiched between the top and bottom surfaces. At least one of the connectable-disconnectable members has at least one groove disposed in at least a portion of at least one of its top or bottom surfaces. The groove is located between the connectable-disconnectable members when they are connected together. The system includes at least one elongate flexible cleaning member. At least a portion of the cleaning member is located within the groove and is secured in place between the connectable-disconnectable members and a remainder of the cleaning member extends away therefrom. At least one the connectable-disconnectable members includes a drive shaft joint where the drive shaft is removably connectable with the connectable-disconnectable member.

Abstract: The invention concerns a bristle for a brush, in particular a cleaning brush, a toothbrush or an application brush, wherein the bristle has a lower root region with which it can be mounted in or to a bristle support or which forms part of the bristle support, and a free length disposed outside of the bristle support above the root region which is composed of a shaft region bordering the root region and a flexing region disposed thereabove, wherein the shaft region is composed of a lower shaft base section bordering the root region and a shaft section disposed thereabove, and wherein the flexing region is composed of a lower active and flexing section bordering the shaft region and a tip section which is disposed thereabove and forms the free end of the bristle, wherein the bristle has a continuous depression-free jacket in the shaft base section and, at least in sections of the jacket in the flexing region, a profiling which is formed by elevations and/or depressions and which lies in an outer surface of the

Abstract: A hand held tool comprised of an elongated triangular shaped elastomeric applicator tool (20) for spreading, smoothing and feathering filler material which can be utilized with a handle (30).

Abstract: The inventive wringer for scrubbing buckets basically consists of two independent tilting parts of a wringer (4) which are pivotally coupled inside the space of a support (1) fixed to the bucket mouthpiece. Said independent parts (4) are pivotally coupled with parallel axes communicating with the end spaces (3) of the support (1) and are tiltable oppositely to the resistance of spring elements (5).

Abstract: A vacuum electronics isolation system utilizes an isolation circuit for providing a low voltage for operating a controller and to provide low voltage control signals for operating the vacuum motor to isolate the high voltage power source from the user.

Abstract: A complex type cleaner is provided. The complex type cleaner includes a body having either a dust collecting container that stores dust or a water collecting container that stores contaminated water, a fan motor installed in the body that generates a suction force, a suction head arranged at a lower side of the body, that sucks dust at a time of performing a vacuum cleaning operation, a water tank mounted adjacent the suction head, that stores cleaning water to be sprayed onto a region to be cleaned at a time of performing a water cleaning operation, and a suction nozzle integrally formed with the water tank, that sucks water contaminated after completing the water cleaning operation. The complex type cleaner so configured reduces a number of components, reduces a fabrication cost, and has a large capacity water tank.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner, comprising a housing, in which a dust chamber is embodied for housing a dust separator, which may be sealed by means of a dust chamber lid, mounted on the housing and a housing for accessory pieces which can be closed by the dust chamber lid. According to the invention, the contamination of the accessory pieces by dust from the dust chamber may be prevented, whilst maintaining easy access to the accessory pieces by means of the dust chamber lid, whereby the housing is embodied as an adjoining chamber, directly adjacent to the dust chamber which is separated from the dust chamber in a dust-tight manner by means of a separating wall. The above has the advantage of permitting a user to remove an accessory piece without getting dirty.

Abstract: A hinge structure is described. A hollow cylinder has a positioning slot in an inner wall thereof. A movable part has a positioning convex portion and a plurality of engraved portions. The positioning convex portion engages with the positioning slot such that the movable part slides within the hollow cylinder. A cover is fixed to the hollow cylinder to secure the movable part and the resilient part within the hollow cylinder. A resilient part is disposed between the cover and the movable part so as to provide the movable part a resilient recovery force. The engraved portions of the movable part are for engaging a rotatable member.

Abstract: A foldable hinge comprising: a base seat and a connecting seat able of being adjusted for an included angle between them; an adjusting unit is provided in a pivotally connecting area between the base seat and a pivot connecting unit; the adjusting unit includes a cam being provided with a first slot and a second slot, a positioning member having a protruding bar adapted to extending through the first and second slots, and a press unit able to release engaging of the protruding bar in the first and second slots. When the protruding bar is in the first slot, the connecting seat is adapted to adjusting its depression angle or elevation angle relative to the base seat; when the protruding bar is in the second slot, the base seat and the connecting seat are in a mutual parallel folding state, the protruding bar can be directly extended into the first slot without pressing the press unit.

Abstract: In an apparatus on a spinning preparation machine, for example, a flat card, roller card, draw frame or the like, for monitoring fiber material, having at least one rotating roller that delivers fiber material, and a monitoring arrangement device that detects undesirable accumulations (build-up) of fiber material and emits an electrical signal is present. To permit immediate detection of undesirable accumulations of material in a structurally simple manner, the monitoring arrangement comprises a non-contact sensor arrangement (sensor), which is capable of detecting undesirable accumulations of fiber material.

Abstract: There is provided an improved cable tie made of integrally molded thermoplastic material that includes a head, a strap that has a near end, a tail end, and an elongated body portion between the near end and the tail end. The strap includes a gripping surface formed on the upper surface of the tail end. The head is attached to the near end. The head has an opening extending there through that is slightly larger than the strap for receiving the tail end of the strap. A locking means is positioned within the head and extends into the opening and is formed to engage the gripping surface to prevent the strap from loosening once the strap is tightened. A blade is located within the head such that blade may be moved so as to cut the excess portion of said tail end once the strap is tightened. The blade extends through a portion of the wall of the head. The remaining end of the strap is recessed within the slot so that the end, if sharp, is not exposed.

Abstract: Provided is a cap (41) for a button, of which material is a polygonal plate. The cap (41) includes a main surface covering portion (42) formed substantially at the center of the polygonal plate and a plurality of holding piece portions (44) formed by bending corners of the polygonal plate from an outer peripheral end of the main surface covering portion (42) to a rear surface side of the main surface covering portion (42). Provided between the main surface covering portion (42) and the plurality of holding piece portions (44) is a lateral side covering portion (43) around the outer peripheral end of the main surface covering portion (42).

Abstract: A closing member (16) is disengageably fitted to one end of a cylindrical-shaped guide member (4) to close an opening (4a) of the guide member (4). A water-absorbing agent (3) made of water-absorbing resin powder is accommodated in the guide member (4) toward the one end. A column-shaped plug member (2) made of water-swellable fibers is accommodated in the guide member (4) at a location closer to the other end than the water-absorbing agent (3). A push rod (5) is inserted into the guide member (4) through an opening (4b) thereof located at the other end. With the opening (4a) at the one end of the guide member (4) inserted in an anus, the push rod (5) is operated to push the water-absorbing agent (3) and the plug member (2) through the opening (4a) at the one end of the guide member (4) into a rectum. The plug member (2) absorbs water in internal contents and expands to plug the rectum, while the water-absorbing agent (3) also absorbs water in the internal contents.

Abstract: The present invention provides an embalming weighted positioning device for maintaining and/or restoring a cadaver in a substantially normal lifelike appearance before, during, and after the embalming process, comprised of a flexible, conformable adherent container that allows for the nesting of two or more containers. The container can have a fill spout with a removable cover for filling or emptying the container with particulates and/or air before, during or after the embalming process. Also provided is a method for maintaining and/or restoring the body parts of a cadaver to a substantially normal lifelike appearance by controlling body fluid deposition in the body of a cadaver, and by positioning the body parts of a cadaver before, during and/or after the embalming process, by placing at least one container on top of, under or next to a body part of the cadaver.

Abstract: A lower electrode 3 including a low-temperature melting layer 3A and a high-temperature melting layer 3B having mutually different melting-start temperatures is provided between a vibration plate 2 and a piezoelectric layer 4. In a calcination step of calcinating the lower electrode 3, the calcination is performed at a low temperature at which only the low-temperature melting layer 3A melts, and in an annealing-process step of the piezoelectric layer 4, the annealing process is performed at a high temperature at which the high-temperature melting layer 3B melts. At this time, in the calcination step, the melting of platinum nano-particles occurs in the low-temperature melting layer 3A, rendering the adhesion and diffusion-preventive effect. Further, in the annealing step, in the high-temperature melting layer 3B, platinum particles are melted, rendering the adhesion and diffusion-preventive effect.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a multilayer chip capacitor includes: forming screen patterns on mother green sheets such that a widthwise margin is not formed on the mother green sheets, the screen patterns are spaced apart from each other in the width direction and the longitudinal direction, and a width of each screen pattern is greater than a spacing between the adjacent screen patterns; forming internal electrode patterns on the mother green sheets; forming a stack of the mother green sheets; forming a capacitor body having internal electrodes by cutting the stack of the mother green sheets along cutting lines arranged in the width direction and the longitudinal direction; forming chip-protecting side members on both sides of the capacitor body such that the chip-protecting side members contact both sides of the internal electrodes, respectively; and forming a pair of terminal electrodes on the outer surface of the capacitor body.

Abstract: A bearing-positioning tool set comprises a grip having an inner end fixed with a combining rod extending outward, the combining rod bored with a combining threaded hole; at least one positioning press blocks respectively formed with two different diameters the positioning press blocks to be fitted with the grip respectively bored with an insert hole in the center, each of two ends of the insert hole being formed with a groove; each the positioning press block formed with a first circular fitting member, a first circular holding edge, a second circular fitting member and a second circular holding edge; and a combining member threadably combined with the combining threaded hole of the grip for fixing the positioning press block in position; one end of the combining member being formed with an enlarged head.

Abstract: A method permits replacement of components of existing epicyclic gear mechanisms of a wind energy system without having to lift the gear mechanism down from the gondola. In accordance with the method, the housing is divided up alternately in its first parting plane and in its second parting plane and moved apart. The center section of the housing, which includes the internal geared wheel, always remains connected with an adjacent section and therefore does not have to be moved with a hoist. Access to the components to be replaced is always guaranteed by the special method of opening. An installation bolt is also provided that is particularly suitable for implementing the method.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method to manufacture a wiper blade (10) as well as a device to perform the method and a wiper blade (10) that is manufactured accordingly, wherein the wiper blade (10) features at least a basic body (56) featuring a wiper strip (24) and a supporting element (12). According to the method, the basic body (56) is supposed to be positioned in a holding device (58) in such a way that a clearance (63) remains between the supporting element (12) and holding device (58) at least in areas. The wind deflector strip (44) is gripped, at least one claw (46, 48) formed on the wind deflector strip (44) is threaded on the supporting element (12) and the wind deflector strip (44) is placed over the supporting element (12).

Abstract: A device and method is disclosed for manufacturing a band of a desired length with a fastener attached to the band. Generally, metal band material is fed from a spindle on the device until the end of the band material is detected by the device. The device includes a positioning component that places the fastener at the desired location of the band, which is then looped through the fastener. The device then crimps the fastener to the band, positions the band at its desired length, and cuts the band to the desired length.