Abstract: A transmission is connectable to an input member and includes an output transfer gear, first and second shaft members, first, second and third countershaft members, a plurality of co-planar gear sets, and a plurality of torque transmitting devices. The torque transmitting devices include a plurality of gears, synchronizer assemblies and a dual clutch assembly. The transmission is operable to provide at least one reverse speed ratio and a plurality of forward speed ratios between the input member and the output member.

Abstract: A transmission is connectable to an input member and includes an output transfer gear, first and second shaft members, first, second and third countershaft members, a plurality of co-planar gear sets, and a plurality of torque transmitting devices. The torque transmitting devices include a plurality of gears, synchronizer assemblies and a dual clutch assembly. The transmission is operable to provide at least one reverse speed ratio and a plurality of forward speed ratios between the input member and the output member.

Abstract: A transmission is connectable to an input member and includes an output transfer gear, first and second transmission input shaft members, first, second and third countershaft members, a plurality of co-planar gear sets, and a plurality of torque transmitting devices. The torque transmitting devices include a plurality of gears, synchronizer assemblies and a dual clutch assembly. The transmission is operable to provide at least one reverse speed ratio and a plurality of forward speed ratios between the input member and the output member.

Abstract: A bevel gear drive with two bevel gears rotates about respective rotation axes intersecting at an intersection point, forming an angle of intersection. A computer determines the tooth shape of these tooth flanks based on data other than a tooth shape. The data are characteristic for a particular contact path represented by a sequence of contact points. The tooth shape of the tooth flanks is determined for several contact paths, with the interacting tooth flanks at all contact points having a common normal, which passes through a pitch point located between the two rotation axes and spaced from the intersection point equal to the radius r. Geometry data for the bevel gear are determined from the shape of the tooth flanks and stored in a format suitable for automatically generating a parts program for a processing machine with at least five axes.

Abstract: A ball screw includes a screw shaft formed with two helical raceways that have the same lead and the same thread angle, a ball nut rotatably sleeved on the screw shaft and formed with two ball grooves that correspond to and complement with the helical raceways, a scraper has two contact parts to contact the two helical raceways, a plurality of bearing balls rollably and selectively disposable between one of the ball grooves and the corresponding helical raceway, and a return unit including two return tubes each having two ends respectively and spatially connected to two ends of the corresponding ball groove.

Abstract: In a pin roller type pinion device, a first bearing has first pin needles rollably arranged around pin rollers between an inner surface of first circular holes and one end portion of the pin rollers. A second bearing has second pin needles rollably arranged around the pin rollers between an inner surface of second circular holes and the other end portion of the pin rollers. This prevents an external pressure from developing on the inner surface of the circular holes when inserting the pin needles between the inner surface of the circular holes and the end portions of the pin rollers.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a four-bar vehicle controller providing up to three independent or combined axes of control inputted via a yoke, steering wheel or other hand operated input means attached to an aft end of a control input shaft rotatably mounted to and extending rearwardly from an upper bar member of a four-bar assembly. The assembly is configurable to provide an operator a familiar steering experience and to improve cockpit ergonomics and control inputs. A forward end of the control input shaft is configurable to impart yaw control input or steering control input, or both, to one or more rotation transmission means coupled with yaw control linkage or steering control linkage, or both. The vehicle controller is configurable to control a vehicle equipped to operate in, or a simulator equipped to simulate operation in, one or more transportation modes, such as flight, ground-based, or water-based transportation modes.

Abstract: A bicycle component control device basically includes a bracket and a bicycle component operating unit. The bicycle component operating unit is disposed in an interior space of the bracket. The bicycle component operating unit includes an operating member protruding toward outside of the interior space. The bracket includes a plurality of bracket parts being separate pieces from each other and non-movably fixed to at least one adjacent one of the plurality of bracket parts that define the interior space. The plurality of bracket parts is further configured relative to each other such that a connecting seam formed on the bracket extends along at least three of a mounting surface, an upper surface, a lower surface, a first side surface and a second side surface of the bracket.

Abstract: The lever is mounted such as to be capable of moving relative to a detector suitable for detecting lever movements and for sending electrical signals to a processing unit. The detector comprises an axially magnetised cylindrical magnet positioned according to the axis of rotation and selection of the lever corresponding to the selection of gears, and a sensor arranged opposite the magnet, such that the signal is independent of the angular position of the lever about the gear-selection axis.

Abstract: A bicycle component control device includes a bracket, a hydraulic brake unit and either a mechanical shifting unit or electric control unit. The bracket has a gripping portion. The hydraulic brake unit is operatively mounted on the bracket and configured to operate a hydraulic brake device. The mechanical shifting unit or the electric control unit is operatively mounted on the bracket and configured to operate a bicycle device.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein provide for an integrated hydration and nutrition container with or within the handlebars of a cycling system (e.g., a bicycle). Such integration allows a rider easy access to the nutritional value necessary for high performance competition with little to no movement required, thereby allowing the rider to maintain focus, balance, speed, and aerodynamic efficiency. In one embodiment, the system is easily removable, if desired; yet holds firmly in place (with also available airfoil adjustments) on the desired handlebar positioning during a ride. In another embodiment, the container resides within the handlebar unit itself.

Abstract: A vibration arrangement for a vehicle steering wheel includes at least one steering wheel vibrator assembly at or in the ring of the steering wheel, the steering wheel ring having a metallic part that is mechanically coupled to a steering wheel hub and where the at least one vibrator assembly is arranged to produce a frequency of vibration. The vibrator assembly includes a vibrator coupled to an elongate ring-shaped vibration body, arranged to lie around at least a majority of the steering wheel ring without being in contact with the metallic part of the steering wheel ring. The vibration body is arranged to be positioned close to an external surface cover of the steering wheel, which a driver grips while controlling the vehicle. The vibrator assembly can produce a vibration to alert the driver.

Abstract: A method of enriching the iron content of low grade iron ore bearing materials has been developed which produces a high iron ore concentrate suitable for processing into pig iron and steel. The process includes reducing the low grade iron ore bearing materials to a fine particulate form and treating a water slurry of this material by applying a combination of ultrasonic treatments in a plurality of high and low intensity magnetic separation operations to remove interfering materials and concentrate magnetic and paramagnetic iron bearing materials into a high grade ore stock.

Abstract: A method of enriching the iron content of low-grade iron-bearing ore materials has been developed which produces a high iron ore concentrate suitable for processing into pig iron and steel. The process includes reducing the low-grade iron-bearing ore materials to a fine particulate form and treating a water slurry of this material by applying a combination of ultrasonic treatments in a plurality of high and low intensity magnetic separation operations to remove interfering materials and concentrate magnetic and paramagnetic iron-bearing materials into a high-grade ore stock.

Abstract: A method for producing compacts containing iron oxide from undersized oxidic iron carriers may include producing a mixture which comprises undersized oxidic iron carriers, bentonite as a binder and water, pressing the mixture and hardening the green compacts obtained by the pressing, as well as to the compacts produced by the method and to the use of the compacts as lump iron carriers. The mixture may be subjected to a kneading process lasting at least 3 minutes and up to 30 minutes, prior to the pressing. The compacts may thus be produced without a maturing process.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a method for inducing a surface stress-induced volumetric change in a nanoporous material and to a device for carrying out the method. The method of the invention comprises—accumulating polar molecules onto the surface of the nanoporous material by physical adsorption of the polar molecules from the vapour phase thereby inducing surface stress to said surface; or—dissipating accumulated polar molecules from the surface of the nanoporous material by physical desorption of the polar molecules into the vapour phase thereby inducing surface stress to said surface, wherein the nanoporous material comprises a nanoporous metal or alloy. The device comprises a) a nanoporous metal material which, upon physical adsorption from the vapour phase or physical desorption into the vapour phase of polar molecules onto or from the surface of the nanoporous metal material, exhibits a volumetric change; and b) a mechanism for detecting and/or transferring the volumetric change.

Abstract: A wrench includes a transmitting device and a shell. The transmitting device comprises a rotor, a first working member, a second working member, a first linking member and a second linking member. The first linking member is disposed between the first working member and the rotor. The shell has a containing room for the linking device to be disposed therein. The shell comprises a middle section. The first end of the middle section extends upwardly to connect with the first section. The second end of the middle section extends downwardly to connect with the second section. Thus, the wrench has two stair portions of different horizontal level. And Users can hold the wrench more stably. Because the wrench uses the rotor and two linking members to drive the first working member and the second working member rotating, a total size of the wrench can be kept as smaller as possible.

Abstract: A ratchet wrench includes first recess in the function end thereof and a second recess is defined in the inside of the first recess. A ratchet wheel is located in the first recess, and a pawl and a resilient member are located in the second recess. The resilient member is connected between the pawl and the inside of the second recess. The resilient member biases the pawl to be engaged with the ratchet wheel. A C-shaped restriction member is engaged with the first recess and has a rod which is inserted into the second recess. A space is defined between the inside of the first recess and the rod. The second end of the resilient member is located in the space so as to position the resilient member in the second recess.

Abstract: A socket includes a plurality of protrusions circumferentially disposed around a circular top opening in a top portion of the socket, whereby upon insertion of a driving (or coupling) shaft of a spanner with square head portion into the square hole in the socket, the square head portion of the driving shaft will be respectively biased or thrusted by the protrusions and then smoothly guided or slid through a sloping surface tapered downwardly radially from the circular opening into the square hole for quickly coupling the driving shaft of the spanner with the square hole in the socket. A socket further includes plural bottom protrusions disposed around a circular bottom opening in a bottom portion of the socket, and eighteen faces formed in a hexagonal bottom hole of the socket for helping a quick coupling of a nut or bolt into the bottom hole of the socket.

Abstract: An ergonomic handle for use with a power tool defines a first region that includes a switch, adapted to receive a thumb and forefinger when the forefinger is actuating the switch, a second region adapted to receive a middle finger, a third region adapted to receive a ring finger; and a fourth region adapted to receive a pinky finger. Each of the second, third, and fourth region includes a generally oval cross section having a major axis and a minor axis. The longest major axis is in the third region, the shortest major axis is in the fourth region, the shortest minor axis is in the second region, and the longest minor axis is positioned in the fourth region.

Abstract: A device for machining an electrical cable having a cylindrical part and a conical part adjoining the cylindrical part. The device includes a fixture arranged to receive the cable and to hold the cable in a fixed position, the fixture defines an elongated space for accommodating the cable, a tool for removing material from the cable including at least one cutter, and rotational guiding means for guiding a first rotation of the cutter about a longitudinal axis of the space. The cutter is elongated and the longitudinal axis of the cutter is arranged inclined with respect to the longitudinal axis of the space so that the angle between the longitudinal axes of the cutter and the space is between 10 and 80 degrees. The device further includes drive means for providing a second rotation of the cutter about a rotational axis through the tool in order to cause the machining.

Abstract: A lathe is provided that can produce complex shapes. The lathe includes a turret movement system with a B axis, which can be activated by a control. The turret axis may be designed as an H axis, which extends in a place at right angles to the B axis and can be activated by the control.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a group III nitride crystal substrate includes the step of preparing a group III nitride crystal body and the step of producing a group III nitride crystal substrate by slicing the group III nitride crystal body with a resin-fixed-abrasive wire. Accordingly, the method of manufacturing a group III nitride crystal substrate is provided that enables large-sized group III nitride crystal substrates with a small warp and a small arithmetic mean surface roughness to be manufactured by means of a resin-fixed-abrasive wire efficiently with a high yield.

Abstract: A reciprocating saw blade, for use in a portable power reciprocating saw including a chuck for releasably engaging the saw blade, includes a tang having an elongated axis and being engageable with the chuck for attaching the saw blade to the reciprocating saw. The saw further includes a blade portion having a cutting edge that defines a plurality of cutting teeth. The cutting teeth define a repeating pattern of successive groups of teeth. Each group of teeth is less than about a half inch in length, and includes a plurality of laterally offset teeth, at least one relatively high first tooth and at least one relatively low second tooth. Prior to tooth set, the at least one relatively high first tooth is at least about 0.002 inch higher than the at least one relatively low second tooth.

Abstract: A cutting device 1 comprises: a guiderail (18) that is formed into a ring shape along the circumference around the central axis (10c) of a cutting drive unit (10); a laser irradiation unit (22) that is movable along the guiderail, and irradiates a laser at a predetermined inclination angle onto an object (30) to be cut; a preset cutting position derivation unit (26a) for deriving a preset cutting position that corresponds to a preset cutting portion, which is the portion to be cut by a cutting tool (10b) after a predetermined amount of time; a stopping position derivation unit (26b) for deriving the stopping position of the laser irradiation unit on the guiderail with the preset cutting position that was derived as a target; and a laser irradiation drive unit (24) for moving the laser irradiation unit to the derived stopping position.

Abstract: A saw blade for use with a reciprocating saw includes a first section having an attachment portion configured to engage the reciprocating saw. The saw blade also includes a second section having a body coupled to the first section, a cutting portion formed on the body, and an attachment portion configured to engage the reciprocating saw. The first and second sections are usable together with the reciprocating saw as a single saw blade. The second section is separable from the first section such that the second section is usable with the reciprocating saw independently of the first section.

Abstract: A ripsaw includes an arbor that receives a plurality of blade assemblies each having a spindle with a saw blade affixed thereto. The blade assemblies are slidable on the arbor to any selected positions. Each blade assembly has an associated blade-positioning unit for moving the blade assembly to a desired position along the arbor. The blade-positioning units are supported by a rail assembly along which the blade-positioning units slide. The blade-positioning units are moved along the rail assembly by linear motors. A first group of the blade-positioning units has a first linear motor for moving the units of the first group, and a second group of the blade-positioning units has a second linear motor for moving the units of the second group. The two groups of blade-positioning units are interleaved on the rail assembly, and the associated blade assemblies are similarly interleaved on the arbor.

Abstract: A saw blade includes a circular body having teeth defined in the outer periphery thereof and a central hole is defined through the center of the circular body. The circular body has an inner annular area and an outer annular area, the inner annular area extends radially outward from the central hole to a radial distance of the circular body and the outer annular area extends from the outer periphery of the inner annular area to the outer periphery of the circular body. The outer annular area is narrower than the inner annular area, the outer annular area is thinner than the inner annular area, and the teeth are thicker than the outer annular area. The thinner outer annular area does not contact the object to bet cut. The wider inner annular area supports the narrower outer annular area.

Abstract: A musical instrument with a hollow body is provided that has a top and a bottom, and at least one vertical baffle forming a meandering path within the hollow body of the musical instrument between the top and bottom of the hollow body. The hollow body of the musical instrument may further include a planer baffle located within the hollow body such that a separation chamber created therewith separates the soundboard of the musical instrument from the meandering path and the planer baffle maintains the volume of the meandering path such that the at least one vertical baffle does not interfere with vibration of the soundboard.

Abstract: Provided is a hands-free harmonica mounting system and method of use designed as a live performance tool with several advantages not provided by commercially available hands-free harmonica holding devices. The present system and method allows musicians to play one instrument with their hands such as guitar, drums, keyboards, etc., while simultaneously playing hands-free harmonica through an electrically amplified audio system. It is further designed to facilitate consistent sound input and air trajectories from the harmonica to the microphone to prevent plosives. The system and method also provide fast and secure attachment, removal, and re-attachment of the harmonica to a simple bracket structure that is easily attached and removed from a standard microphone, all without any moving parts and without the use of any tools. The system and method further provide effortless transitions between singing and harmonica playing using a single microphone.

Abstract: A drum tuning stabilizer including a threaded lug screw shaft which can be rotated along its axis to adjust the tension on a drum head by changing the position of a drum hoop relative to the shell. At least one of a lug casing of the drum shell and a rim portion of the drum hoop has a threaded hole configured to receive the threaded lug screw shaft for rotation. A lug screw lock is threaded on the lug screw shaft adjacent the threaded hole of the lug casing and the rim portion of the drum hoop and can be rotated to tighten the lug screw lock against a surface adjacent to the threaded hole of the lug casing and the rim portion of the drum hoop to provide an interference fit to lock the threaded lug screw shaft to the surface adjacent the lug casing and the rim portion of the drum hoop having the threaded hole therein.

Abstract: A musicians hearing device by which a musician may easily hear in a more clear and obvious way what is coming out of their horn or musical instrument. The acoustic personal monitor samples the tones being created inside the instrument and channels the frequency out of the instrument, extending to the musician and through a sealed ear bud into their ear or ears.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for real time control of a MIDI beat clock includes tracking movement of a user to create signals representing the tracked movement of the user, transmitting the signals to a computer device, analyzing the signals with a computer device, and controlling a MIDI beat clock according to the analyzed signals.

Abstract: Provided are systems and methods to temporarily alter visual acuity of a subject. An example system includes a first light source configured to produce infrared light in an infrared wavelength spectrum for transient propagation into an eye of the subject and a second light source configured to produce visible light in a visible wavelength spectrum for transient propagation into the eye of the subject. The system further includes a transmission unit configured to propagate the infrared light and the visible light into the eye, wherein the light propagated into the eye temporarily alters visual acuity of the subject.

Abstract: A penetration resistant material can comprise a plurality of layers of loosely-interconnected, mutually nonbonded and non-laminated sheets of ballistic para-aramid synthetic fabric coupled between inner and outer layers of cloth fabric.

Abstract: A protection system includes a net with lines connected at nodes and hard points attached to at least select nodes. A frame supports the net and positions it in a spaced relationship with respect to a vehicle or structure. The frame preferably includes select adjacent tubular members connected via a flexure to prevent damage to the frame when impacted.

Abstract: In a fluid pressure cylinder, a piston is displaced in an axial direction under the action of a pressure fluid. A circular protrusion, which projects toward the piston along an axial direction of the cylinder tube, is formed on an inner end surface of a collar member constituting part of the fluid pressure cylinder, a concavity, which can be fitted externally over the circular protrusion, is formed on the piston, and an annular groove is formed on an inner circumferential edge of an end plate. By the piston coming into contact with the end plate, a pressure receiving chamber is formed between the piston and the annular groove, together with an opening of a second port on an inner side of the cylinder tube being closed to a maximum of 90%.

Abstract: Provided are a method for operating a gas separation device capable of performing gas separation with high separation capability and treatment amount in a small membrane area or in a small number of separation membrane modules, and a method for recovering a residual gas capable of performing more suitable detoxifying treatment or recycling by efficiently separating and recovering a mixed gas remaining in a cylinder, using the operating method. Two or more separation membrane modules are connected with each other in parallel.

Abstract: Acid gas is removed from a feed gas in an absorber that produces a treated feed gas and a rich solvent. The treated feed gas is passed through an H2S scavenger bed, and the H2S scavenger bed is regenerated using H2S depleted acid gas flashed from the rich solvent. Most preferably, the off gas from the regenerating bed is injected into a formation.

Abstract: An apparatus for the removal of gaseous reaction products (2) from an inline plant (1) for the single sided wet chemical treatment of flat objects (3) by means of a transport gas (G) has an entry (8), a treatment basin (4) for the reception of a treatment liquid (F), an inline transport device (5) with a transport plane (6) for the horizontal transport of the flat objects (3) in transport direction (7), an exit (9), as well as a collection chamber (10) for gaseous reaction products (2) which is arranged above the transport plane (6).

Abstract: A small area electrostatic aerosol collector combines electrostatic collection of aerosol particles and electrohydrodynamic spraying of fluid so that a sample collected electrostatically can have fluid applied thereto. The fluid may assist with disaggregation and/or desalinization of biological material collected onto a sample substrate. A controller associated with the collector may control an electrostatic charge device and a spraying device such that the charge device and spraying device may operate in alternating fashion, or the charge device and spraying device may operate simultaneously. Further, mechanical systems are provided, for the disaggregation of particulate clusters collected onto a sample substrate.

Abstract: A filter device for filtering dust from air includes a housing, a dust collecting module, a spraying module, and an exhaust. The housing defines an air inlet near a bottom of the housing and an air outlet near a top of the housing. The dust collecting module is installed in the housing between the air inlet and the air outlet. The spraying module is placed in the housing between the dust collecting module and the air outlet. The exhaust is connected to the housing for generating air pressure difference between near the air outlet and near the air inlet, thereby drawing and introducing air containing dust from the bottom of the housing toward the top of the housing via the air inlet.

Abstract: A system for analysing exhaust gas, comprising: a sensor for sensing a properly of exhaust gas: a conduit for transferring exhaust gas from part of an exhaust system to the sensor; and an inorganic filter element configured to remove particulates from exhaust gas between an end of the conduit and the sensor. A method of analysing exhaust gas is also disclosed.

Abstract: A device for producing a beverage from a capsule, comprising a motor-driven extraction module which comprises a first jaw member and a cooperating second jaw member, wherein in an opened state of the extraction module the jaw members are distanced from each other while in the closed state the jaw members tightly enclose a capsule space, a motor for controlling the transfer of the extraction module between the closed and opened state, and a knee lever arrangement, being functionally connected to the motor and to at least one of the jaw members and being designed to convert the motor drive action into a closure force, i.e. a force with which the first and second jaw member are approaching each other, which is increasing during the course of the closure movement.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an equipment for brewing coffee. A water pump, a boiler, a check valve, a water port and a coffee extractor are arranged in the shell of the present invention, the coffee maker is not provided with water tank, the water pump is arranged between the outlet pipe of the boiler and the inlet of the check valve; the outlet of the check valve is communicated with the coffee extractor through the water port. The coffee maker in the present invention can ensure the stability of the water temperature at the water port, so that the coffee is better taste. The coffee maker simplifies the waterway system with low producing cost, high production efficiency, convenient maintenance and easy using.

Abstract: A nespresso coffee maker has, a water tank, a water pump, a flowmeter, a boiler, a solenoid valve and a capsule cup arranged in the shell. A gas pump and a water-gas output switching mechanism are arranged in the shell of the nespresso; one inlet of the water-gas output switching mechanism connects to the outlet pipe of the boiler, another inlet connects to the outlet pipe of the gas pump; the outlet of the water-gas output switching mechanism connects to the pipeline of the upper port of the capsule cup. After coffee is brewed and through the water-gas output switching mechanism, the outlet pipe of the boiler is closed, and the coffee liquid remaining in the capsule is blown out by the gas from the gas pump.

Abstract: A structure of universal nespresso comprising a water tank, a water pump, a heating element and an extractor, which is provided with at least one one-way water way communicating with the above components in turn, wherein said water pump is connected to a controller which can set the pumping power of the water pump. Different pumping power can be set by the water pump with controller to get different water pressure, so that the pressure conditions of different kinds of universal nespresso can be satisfied.

Abstract: A cold and hot blender has a body, a pulp container, a cup lid, a blade group and a motor; a boiler generating the steam is arranged in the body; steam outlet of boiler is communicated with pulp container; a boiler switch is arranged on the body. The food material in the pulp container is processed into cold juice when the motor is started. The food material in the pulp container is processed into hot drink by the rotary blade group and steam generated by the boiler when the motor and the boiler are started. The food material in the pulp container is steamed or boiled by steam when only the boiler is started. The boiler is started and the food material in the pulp container is steamed. Then the food material is processed into hot puree when the boiler stops and the motor is started.

Abstract: The invention is a cooking/baking accessory that aids in cooking multiple types of different ingredients/items without having them mix and/or without having the flavors mix. Specifically, the accessory is a modular strip, made out of heat resistant non-stick material or materials, which can be used in one piece or combined with other identical modules to physically divide the cooking/baking area into separate smaller ones. The modularity is achieved by using a rectangular slit on the top side, a connector on one of the vertical edges and a hole on of the same shape as the connector on the other vertical edge.

Abstract: Food preparation systems and methods for quickly and conveniently preparing filled food items. The system may comprise a pan having at least one formed pocket, perimeter track(s), one or more dividing ribs, and dividing track(s). A dough cutting tool may be inserted into and guided along the perimeter track(s) and dividing track(s) to slice excess dough away from the filled food item. The present invention may further comprise a roller tool that simultaneously cuts through the dough as well as flutes or crimps the dough along both sides of the cutting edge. One or more tactile indicators may also be provided on the underside of the pan to allow a user to easily locate the perimeter track(s) and dividing track(s) when the pan is covered with dough. Filled food items may then either be baked within the inventive pan or moved to a conventional baking pan or sheet.