Abstract: An apparatus for spin casting lenses includes a rotatable tube, the rotatable tube defining a longitudinal cavity, wherein the longitudinal cavity is configured to receive molds. According to one exemplary embodiment, the rotatable tube is made of metal and includes a plurality of apertures configured to permit the transmission of actinic radiation.

Abstract: Systems and methods for real-time, closed-loop shape control of extruded ceramic honeycomb structures are disclosed. Methods include extruding batch material through an extruder barrel and through an extruder die using at least one extrusion screw to form the extrudate, and measuring a shape of the extrudate immediately adjacent the die. The batch material water content is determined or measured, at least one of the extruder barrel and screw temperature are measured, and the extrusion screw rotation rate are measured. At least one of the batch material water content, barrel temperature, screw temperature and rotation rate is adjusted to maintain the extrudate shape to within a select tolerance.

Abstract: The invention describes a regulating device that adapts to the aerodynamic profile of a mold bed made of composite material offsetting the geometrical deviations occurring in the mold bed. The device comprises some stiffening ribs (20) supported on a surface of the bed (10) of the mold and is equipped with actuators (21) that modify the curvature of the bed (10) of the mold.

Abstract: The composite material formed of a fiber substrate and a matrix is placed in a vacuum bag and then in the molding chamber. Saturated steam of a predetermined temperature needed for the composite material is supplied to the molding chamber, and the temperature and the pressure inside the molding chamber are controlled so that the inside of the molding chamber may be maintained at a predetermined temperature and a predetermined pressure needed for the composite material in order to carry out a curing step.

Abstract: A method of making thermal insulation includes, forming a thermal insulation product precursor having randomly distributed inorganic fibers and about 5-500 wt. % heat-expandable hollow microspheres in dry or slurry form and having a polymeric shell and having disposed therein a blowing agent or gas, and calcium acetate or cupric carbonate, or a combination of calcium acetate and cupric carbonate, and heating the precursor to expand the microspheres.

Abstract: The present invention provides a vacuum thermoforming process-combined one-step molding method for expandable polypropylene, comprising the steps of silk screen printing on a plastic sheet, subjecting the plastic sheet to vacuum thermoforming to provide a vacuum thermoforming part, and foaming an expandable polypropylene and integratedly molding the expandable polypropylene with the vacuum thermoforming part. The expandable polypropylene vacuum thermoforming product produced by the method according to the present invention exhibits an improved impact resistance, and the production process is more superior.

Abstract: A safety stuffed toy has a latex body formed to define an exterior appearance and having a chamber therein, and a PU stuffing formed by polyurethane foam, fully filled in the chamber and adhered to an inner wall of the latex body. A method for producing a safety stuffed toy has a mold preparing step, a latex injecting step, a polyurethane filling step, a foaming step and a demolding step. As the PU stuffing is securely bonded to the latex body and won't be easily fragmented, the present invention is advantageous in providing a safer stuffed toy. Besides, the foaming process of the polyurethane foam material spontaneously and extensively spreads the polyurethane foam material inside the chamber of body to facilitate stuffing the body effectively.

Abstract: A method for producing leather pellets, and a method for producing compound granules from leather pellets and a polymer material, for use in molded parts or films. The leather pellets are produced through the following steps: Shavings, crust leather remnants and finished leather waste are obtained as waste products in leather production and finished leather processing; the shavings, crust leather remnants and finished leather waste are milled into ground leather stock comprising leather fibers; the ground stock is pressed into leather pellets; and the leather pellets are dried to a residual moisture content of no more than 30% by weight. The leather pellets can be mixed with a polymer material at a ratio of 10-95% by weight and bonded to one another and shaped forming compound granules. The compound granules can be used to produce molded parts by injection molding or films by calendering.

Abstract: Application of a thermally and/or electrically conductive compound to fill a thermal and/or EMI shielding gap between a first and a second surface. A supply of a fluent, form-stable compound is provided as an admixture of a cured polymer gel component, and a particulate filler component. An amount of the compound is dispensed from a nozzle, screen, stencil, or other orifice under an applied pressure onto one of the surfaces which, when opposed, form the gap, or into the gap formed between the surfaces. The gap is at least partially filled by at least a portion of the dispensed compound.

Abstract: A binder based predominantly on molasses which incorporates both polymeric and monomeric polycarboxylic acid components to form a composite including both melanoidin and polyester polymeric structures. The binder incorporates the chemical profile of molasses with a mixture of polycarboxylic acids which combines to form a strong and weatherable binder composition which may be used to bind loosely or non-assembled matter.

Abstract: A method for making a waste collection tube for a dry electrophotographic printer includes molding an open construction waste tube which has mirror construction symmetry. A first half and a second half of the open construction waste tube are joined by a flexible hinge. The first half and the second half of the open construction waste tube is folded together along the hinge which joins the first half and the second half together.

Abstract: Carbonated beverage delivery tubes and methods for fabrication having a unitary molded structure to define a smooth beverage intake of decreasing area to a smaller diameter flexible plastic tube, and at the other end of the small diameter plastic tube, a smooth transition through an outward flaring region to decrease the velocity of the beverage without initiating foaming within the carbonated beverage delivery.

Abstract: An imprinting method is disclosed that, in embodiment, includes contacting first and second spaced target regions of an imprintable medium on a substrate with first and second templates respectively to form respective first and second imprints in the medium and separating the first and second templates from the imprinted medium.

Abstract: Provided is a resin mold for imprinting which is free from transfer defects, has excellent releasability from a resin subjected to imprinting, and does not cause any defect by imprinting. The resin mold for imprinting includes a resin layer having a recessed and projected pattern surface, an inorganic material layer formed with a uniform thickness on at least the recessed and projected pattern surface of the resin layer, and a release agent layer formed with a uniform thickness on at least the recessed and projected pattern surface of the inorganic material layer.

Abstract: A method of forming a relief image in a structure comprising a substrate and a transfer layer formed thereon comprises covering the transfer layer with a polymerizable fluid composition, and then contacting the polymerizable fluid composition with a mold having a relief structure formed therein such that the polymerizable fluid composition fills the relief structure in the mold. The polymerizable fluid composition is subjected to conditions to polymerize polymerizable fluid composition and form a solidified polymeric material therefrom on the transfer layer. The mold is then separated from the solid polymeric material such that a replica of the relief structure in the mold is formed in the solidified polymeric material; and the transfer layer and the solidified polymeric material are subjected to an environment to selectively etch the transfer layer relative to the solidified polymeric material such that a relief image is formed in the transfer layer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to silicone rubber compositions, methods for their preparation and uses thereof. In particular, the invention relates a heat curable silicone rubber composition comprising: 100 parts by weight of a defined HCR silicone elastomer; 0.5 to 30 parts by weight of hollow filler; and 0.1 to 3.0 parts by weight of a curing agent.

Abstract: There is provided methods and apparatus for improving the accuracy of three-dimensional objects formed by additive manufacturing. By depositing or hardening build material within the interior of the layers in certain patterns, the stresses that lead to curl in the object can be isolated and controlled. Similarly, certain patterns for depositing or hardening the build material provide for reduced layer thicknesses to improve the sidewall quality of the object being formed. The patterns within the interior of the layers can include gaps or voids for particular layers being deposited or hardened, and the gaps or voids can be partially filled, fully filled, or not filled at all when subsequent layers are deposited or hardened. Accordingly, the accuracy of three-dimensional objects formed by additive manufacturing is improved.

Abstract: A rim 58, 83 of a post cure inflator 60 can be changed in an easy and safety manner, while the amount of energy consumption is reduced. A inflator body 61 having the lower rim 58 can be located at a lower position, and the upper rim 83 can be moved downward to a lower position. Thus, the lower rim 58 and the upper rim 83 can be changed at the lower position in response to the change of the type of the tire to be manufactured, whereby the changing operation is made easy and safety. Further, the upper rim 83 moves upward. With this configuration, a vulcanized tire T having a heavy weight only moves in a front and rear direction while being supported by the inflator 61 (lower rim 58), whereby the amount of energy consumption can be reduced easily.

Abstract: A device and method for manufacturing features into the tread of a tire are provided. The device and method provide for manufacturing tread features of various shapes and sizes. The tread features may be recessed, protruding, or flush with respect to the surrounding tread surface. The device and method may be used for both new tire constructions as well as retreading operations.

Abstract: The invention is a stereolithography machine (1) comprising the following: a support plate (2) provided with a hole (2a); a container (3) associated with the support plate (2) and comprising a transparent bottom (3a); a radiation source (4) arranged below the support plate (2) and suited to convey a radiation beam towards the transparent bottom (3a) through the hole (2a); a temperature control unit (5) suited to maintain the support plate (2) at a predetermined temperature.

Abstract: In a method of processing a substrate in accordance with an embodiment, a trench may be formed in the substrate, imprint material may be deposited at least into the trench, the imprint material in the trench may be embossed using a stamp device, and the stamp device may be removed from the trench.

Abstract: There is provided a method of fabricating a ceramic green sheet, the method including: forming a ceramic green sheet by applying ceramic slurry onto a support substrate; and drying the ceramic green sheet by allowing the ceramic green sheet to pass through a plurality of drying zones, wherein positive internal differential pressure is applied to at least one of drying zones disposed at a front end of the plurality of drying zones, the internal differential pressure being defined as a pressure value obtained by subtracting a discharging pressure (Pout) of each drying zone from an introducing pressure (Pin) thereof.

Abstract: Pressure sensors may be used to directly measure the pressure between a green tire and a curing apparatus during shaping and/or during curing.

Abstract: The object of the invention is a method and an apparatus for manufacturing articles with the help of a mould. The solution according to the invention comprises a strong pressure-resistant frame (1) and also a pressurizing box (6) to be disposed in it, in which pressurizing box moulds of essentially thin structure can be surrounded with high pressures and temperatures. By utilizing high temperatures, post-treatment with an autoclave is avoided. With the solution according to the invention techniques known from plastic mould technology, which have been used e.g. in vacuum forming moulds and injection moulding moulds, are applied to articles and moulds to be manufactured with compression moulding technology.

Abstract: A method of sintering large refractory ceramic articles is disclosed. The method includes supporting a green refractory body on a plurality of support plates, the support plates in turn being supported by a plurality of support members having arcuate upper and lower surfaces. A setter material is disposed between the green refractory body to be sintered and the support plates. As the refractory body is sintered, the density of the article increases. Concurrently, the dimensions of the body decrease, which shrinkage, unless otherwise accommodated, may cause fracture of the body. The support plates and the structure of the support members, move to prevent the development of detrimental stresses in the refractory body as it sinters.

Abstract: A heating section 20 having heating elements using carbon which generates heat when a high-frequency electric current is fed to a coil whose pitch can be adjusted as desired is arranged in a heating chamber 10. A cooling chamber 80 configured to cool metal to be heat-treated, which has been heated by the heating elements, is disposed below the heating chamber 10 in communication with the heating chamber 10 via a connection section 60. A water-cooled vertically movable shaft 90 which is capable of supporting the metal to be heat-treated and entering the heating chamber 10 is disposed so as to penetrate through the bottom portion of the cooling chamber 80.

Abstract: A supplementary vehicle spring assembly for a leaf spring of a vehicle is provided, the leaf spring defining a fixed end and a free end. The supplementary vehicle spring assembly comprises a first tension spring arrangement fitted to the fixed end of the leaf spring, a second tension spring arrangement fitted to the free end of the leaf spring, and a bracket arrangement proximate an axle of the vehicle, the bracket arrangement connecting the first and second tension spring arrangements. The first and second tension spring arrangements each comprise a connector arm for securing the arrangements to the respective ends of the leaf spring, a first connector rod extending from the connector arm and being secured to a first end of at least one tension spring, and a second connector rod extending from a second end of the tension spring, the second connector rods securing the first and second tension spring arrangements to opposite ends of the bracket arrangement.

Abstract: A roll-rod for a vehicle includes an inner pipe protruding from an end surface of a roll-rod body which penetrates an insulator engaged to a bracket and an end plate may be coupled to a rear side of the inner pipe, a fastening bolt being mounted to fasten the end plate to the inner pipe, wherein the insulator has a supporter inserted into a through-hole formed in the bracket and having a pipe shape, and a first front stopper extended from the supporter and protruding to the front of the bracket, and a first rear stopper extended from the supporter and protruding to the rear of the bracket, wherein the first front stopper, the first rear stopper and the supporter may be integrally molded to be fixedly coupled to the bracket.

Abstract: A sheet feeding device includes: a sheet storage unit that stores a sheet stack of a plurality of sheets; and a plurality of nozzles configured to generate air currents blown out to the sheet stack, the air currents separate an uppermost sheet from the rest of stack of the plurality of sheets including a next sheet, the next sheet being situated immediately below the uppermost sheet.

Abstract: A sheet conveying device that makes it possible to perform printing at high speed with high accuracy by easily correcting skew of a sheet, such as an index tab sheet, without requiring troublesome operations. Sheet detection sensors for detecting a sheet and skew correction rollers for conveying the sheet are disposed in a direction crosswise to a conveying direction of the sheet. A skew correction drive controller measures a leading edge detection time between respective detections of a leading edge of the sheet by the sensors, and controls the conveying speeds of the skew correction rollers independently of each other such that a skew represented by the leading edge detection time is corrected. If the leading edge detection time is not smaller than a predetermined threshold value, the skew correction drive controller reduces a skew correction amount for correcting the skew by a predetermined amount.

Abstract: Provided is a sheet-conveying apparatus including: a skew-feeding correction member having an abutting portion which is brought into contact with a conveyed sheet; and a positioning portion positioning the skew-feeding correction member and having a biasing member for biasing the skew-feeding correction member to a direction opposite to a direction to which the skew-feeding correction member rotates by the sheet. The sheet-conveying apparatus is set so that a formula M+M<MA is established when the sheet is pulled out, wherein a moment generated in the skew-feeding correction member due to a resultant force of tensions to upstream and downstream sides is assumed to be MA, a moment generated in the skew-feeding correction member due to a frictional force between the skew-feeding correction member and the sheet is assumed to be M, and a moment generated in the skew-feeding correction member due to the biasing member is assumed to be MS.

Abstract: A paper-stopping mechanism of an automatic document feeder is provided. The paper-stopping mechanism comprises an auxiliary gear, a traction member and a paper-stopping arm. As a paper pick-up arm of the automatic document feeder is moved upwardly or downwardly, the auxiliary gear is rotated in different directions. Upon rotation of the auxiliary gear, the auxiliary gear is engaged with a rack of the traction member to drive movement of the traction member. Consequently, a transverse rod of the traction member is sustained against the paper-stopping arm or raises the paper-stopping arm. When the transverse rod is sustained against the paper-stopping arm, the paper-stopping arm fails to be rotated in the paper-feeding direction, so that the function of stopping the paper is achieved.

Abstract: The invention is directed to providing a sheet feeding apparatus including a stop mechanism configured to stop a sheet storage unit while the sheet storage unit is being drawn out from an apparatus main body, a stop release mechanism configured to release stop of the sheet storage unit by a stop mechanism and to enable detachment from the apparatus main body, a holding mechanism configured to hold a release state using the stop release mechanism of the stop of the sheet storage unit by the stop mechanism, and a return mechanism configured to release the holding of the release state of the stop mechanism by the holding mechanism while the sheet storage unit is being attached to the apparatus main body, and to return the sheet storage unit to a stop state using the stop mechanism.

Abstract: A target game has a target apparatus and at least one throwing device.

Abstract: An antiextrusion backup system includes an inner expandable backup ring having a first set of slots. An outer expandable backup ring having a second set of slots wherein the outer expandable back up ring is rotationally locked to the inner expandable backup ring to prevent an extrusion gap in an expanded condition of the backup rings. A method for operating within a tubular is also included.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mechanical seal assembly for sealing between a high pressure region (21) and a low pressure region (22), comprising: a stationary seal ring (4) connected to a stationary component (6), a rotating seal ring (3) connected to a rotating component (2), a divided power absorption ring (7) arranged at the rotating component (2), and a compensation ring unit (10) comprising a first ring (11), a second ring (12) and a third ring (13), wherein the first ring (11) and the second ring (12) have a higher strength than the third ring (13), and wherein the compensation ring unit (10) is arranged in the power flow between the high pressure region (21) and the divided power absorption ring (7).

Abstract: A compression unit (108) for a mechanical seal, comprising a hollow cylinder (112) having a first end (317), a second end (321), a seal face (111) attached to the second end (321), and a resilient region (210) between the first end (317) and the second end (321), characterized in that the resilient region (210) is defined by a plurality of helical slots (201) passing completely through the cylinder's (112) wall, each of the slots (201) having a distinct starting (206) and end point (207) such that the slots (201) co-axially coiled around the cylinder (112) and the starting (206) and end point (207) for each helical slot (201) are spaced around the periphery of the cylinder (112).

Abstract: A seal assembly for a turbomachine is provided. The turbomachine includes a stationary housing and a rotor rotatable about an axis. The seal assembly includes a plurality of arcuate packing ring segments disposed intermediate to the rotor and the stationary housing, and a plurality of inter-segment gaps disposed between the plurality of arcuate packing ring segments. The plurality of inter-segment gaps are inclined at a first angle from a radial axis of the rotor and inclined in a direction of motion of the plurality of arcuate packing ring segments. The seal assembly also includes a biasing member disposed intermediate to the stationary housing and the plurality of arcuate packing ring segments and coupled to both.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cloth seal for use with turbine components. The cloth seal may include a number of cloth layers, a shim positioned between the cloth layers, and an end seal positioned at an end of the cloth layers so as to block a leakage flow path through at least one of the cloth layers.

Abstract: A fixture for securing a cylindrical or shell thin-walled component includes a support having one or more securing devices for securing the component to the support. The fixture also includes an inflatable pressure element which, in use, is positioned within the secured component and is adapted to press outwardly, when inflated, against a liner inserted between the pressure element and the inner thin wall of the component. The liner has one or more elastic members, which bias it against the outward expansion of the inflated pressure element. The inflated pressure element and the liner damp vibrations in the component during machining of the outer side of the thin wall.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an inline frame (1) for an inline skate, designed to mimic the properties of an ice hockey skate blade on ice. The inline frame (1) includes at least one first connection part (8) intended to be connected to a boot (2) and at least two wheels positioned essentially in the inline frame's (1) longitudinal direction. The unique thing about the inline frame is that it includes an upper chassis section (5) and a lower chassis section (6) which via a coupling element (7) are arranged to be rotatable in the inline frame's (1) longitudinal direction, and that the upper chassis section (5) includes at least one first contact surface (11) and that the lower chassis section (6) includes at least one second contact surface (19), where at least one of the first contact surface and the second contact surface is curvilinear.

Abstract: A stroller with a braking mechanism that automatically configures itself in a braking position provides protection against the unattended stroller from rolling away. By applying force to a handle, the braking mechanism is released and the stroller is able to be pushed as usual. The handle and braking mechanism are biased in the braking position by a spring located near the rear wheels. The braking mechanism applies sufficient frictional force against the tire of the wheel to prevent the wheel from rolling.

Abstract: There is provided a wheel mounting assembly having a wheel fork. The fork includes an interior and an inwardly extending protrusion disposed within the interior. The assembly includes a rotatable member operatively connected to the fork and disposed within the interior of the fork. The protrusion abuts and positions in place the rotatable member. The assembly includes a shaft. The rotatable member rotatably connects the shaft to the wheel fork. The assembly includes a retaining member connected to the shaft. The retaining member is configured to abut the protrusion of the fork and thus inhibit dislodgement of the rotatable member from the fork when the shaft is tilted relative to the fork.

Abstract: A bicycle seat post includes a head for mounting with a seat, and a tubular body extending downwards from the head and having a hollow portion at a periphery thereof for insertion of a seat tube. Thus, the bicycle scat post can offer a flexible structure to increase the effective contact area between the tubular body and the seat tube, such that the bicycle seat post can be thinly fixed to the seat tube for enhancing the structural stabilization.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vehicle having at least two wheels and having a suspended frame, with a carrier assembly designed, in particular, to perform a luggage rack or child seat carrier function. The vehicle includes a front chassis, a rockable rear assembly carrying a driving rear wheel, secured to the chassis via a shock-absorber system and hinged to said chassis about a first pivot point, and a carrier assembly comprising a carrier element having a front end and a rear end, and a support element having a top end and a bottom end. The front end of said carrier element is connected to the chassis, and its rear end is hinged to said top end of said support element about a second pivot point. The bottom end of the support element is hinged to the rockable rear assembly about a third pivot point.

Abstract: A special wheelchair device made for fully supporting the feet of the user. It relates to a support accessory for providing added comfort to a person confined to a wheelchair. It spans the space between the left and right foot rests. It is comprised of a length of a sleeve made of a durable material and configured with at least one open end; an elongated cross-section; an external top surface with features like a tread; an essentially smooth bottom surface featuring a shelf-like recess; and an internal aperture with features wherein one of the end with an internal aperture of the device may slide over and essentially encase either of the foot plates of the wheelchair and wherein the opposite end with the shelf may rest on the other un-encased foot plate which results in a closure of the space between the two foot plates.

Abstract: A transportation storage device comprising a frame to provide a general shape for the transportation storage device, where the frame is wide enough to fit through a doorway; a plurality of adjustable height segments combined with a front height segment to create a peripheral support for the frame; a handle attached to a top portion of the frame to enable a user to control how the transportation storage device maneuvers; a pair of handle ends attached atop the plurality of adjustable height segments; a set of wheels attached to a bottom portion of the frame, where the set of wheels enables the user to push the transportation storage device; and a set of platforms attached between the plurality of adjustable height segments and the front height segment wherein the set of platforms provides a shelf for the user to place a plurality of items.

Abstract: An integrated infusion management system provides for stable support of components attached to the system, even when the system is mobile. The system is optionally a mobility assist or walker for a patient who is attached to any number of medical components. A central trunk connects to a two-sided base that does not interfere with patient motion. The trunk may be angled with respect to vertical and oriented to support medical components in a configuration that is tip-resistant. The system is optionally deployable to facilitate conversion between a compact storage configuration and a stable deployed configuration. In an embodiment, additional deployable features include holding arms for holding various medical components, wheels, mobility arms and handles. Also provided is a novel wheel system with deployable wheels and methods associated with providing compact storage of any one or more of the systems presented herein.

Abstract: A wheeled apparatus includes a base having sides, a front, rear, upper surface and lower surface, with a pair of leaves forming sides of the base and pivotally connected thereto and a pair of gates forming the front and rear and pivotally connected to the base and leaves. A handle subassembly and a leg subassembly are connected to the base, with a wheel subassembly connected to the leg subassembly. The apparatus is configurable in a cart mode, a table mode with gates and leaves oriented in a flat horizontal plane, a dolly mode with leaves and gates connected to form a cart but with leg subassembly lowered closer to the ground relative to the cart mode, and a stowage mode, where the leaves and gates collapse into the base, the handle subassembly retracts into the base, and the leg subassembly collapses up into the lower surface of the base.

Abstract: Disclosed is a transfer and locomotion apparatus with excellent functionality, stability, versatility, and user-friendliness such that a person requiring nursing care can transfer between the transfer and locomotion apparatus to a bed and a toilet seat, etc., keeping the orientation of the body. The apparatus has a simple structure, is operable by a single person, imposes no strain on the person's back and lumbar part, etc., and can comfortably be used even if the person has injured-spine and so forth. The apparatus comprises a base part having a driving part, a seat part provided on the base part and which a user can sit from a back portion or a side portion, and a breast pad part standing in a front end side of the seat part and contacting a breast of the user. At least one of the seat part and the breast pad part is held to be able to move forward and backward, and upward and downward with respect to the base part.