Abstract: This invention relates to a pressure related ulcer and perineal dermatitis prevention and treatment device and method of use. The device may be used in conjunction with a urine collection and disposal system that would be beneficial for incontinent users. In use the device forms an automatic pressure controlled topical hyperbaric oxygen chamber and further incorporates a flexible inflated tube system that is controlled by a microprocessor to relief pressure on affected areas of a user's body and provide circulation stimulating therapeutic massage. When used by incontinent persons the device automatically removes expressed urine to minimize additional risk factors known to cause or exacerbate pressure related ulcers and perineal dermatitis.

Abstract: A hair styling aid designed to isolate or mask various portions of an individual's hair while exposing others so as to enable precise treatment of the exposed areas. Through use of this styling aid, hair stylists may create complex and intricate designs in an individual's hair with relatively little effort. This hair styling aid may comprise a single mask or a series of masks, each tailored to contribute a particular detail to the overall design.

Abstract: Synthetic microfiber articles of manufacture and methods for use in consume applications for absorbing liquids and cleaning surfaces.

Abstract: A hairstyling accessory has an elastic band and a comb with bridge extending laterally across the comb. A plurality of tines protrudes longitudinally from one edge of the bridge generally parallel to and spaced apart from one another. A connector has an opening on the bridge and a tongue coinciding with the opening. A portion of the elastic band is received in the opening and around the tongue and the majority of the elastic band extends from the comb.

Abstract: The Snap Clip Hair Supplement is designed to increase the volume of hair to compensate for hair loss on top of the head and thinning of the hair. There are two snap clips under the hairpiece that fasten onto natural hair so the hair supplement blends with natural hair. The hair supplement includes hair wefts that are intertwined to simulate the natural part of hair on top of the head. There are four fashions of the Snap Clip Hair Supplement: Natural Look, Natural Look with Bangs, Side Part, and Highlights. All of the claimed hair supplements are worn on top of natural hair and can be independently managed by an individual without professional assistance.

Abstract: A multi-component packaging unit includes a first container containing a color changing preparation comprising, in a cosmetic carrier, a color-changing component and a second container packaged separately from the first container and containing an oxidizing agent preparation. The oxidizing agent preparation comprises at least two phases separated from one another. A first phase has an aqueous phase that comprises, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, a chemical oxidizing agent and an anionic polymeric thickener chosen from homo- and copolymers of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid. A second phase has a hydrophobic phase that comprises an oil chosen from paraffin oil, liquid carboxylic acid esters of C2 to C8 monoalkanol with a mono- or dicarboxylic acid, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and compositions of lightening the color of hair that has been recently contacted with a relaxing or straightening composition, the method comprising combining a bleach composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent selected from the group consisting of persulfates, perborates, percarbonates, their salts and mixtures thereof, and at least one rheology-modifying agent, with a developer composition comprising hydrogen peroxide and a cosmetically acceptable carrier in order to form a lightening composition, wherein the pH of the lightening composition is from about 2 to about 7; applying the lightening composition onto the hair; leaving the lightening composition on the hair for a time period sufficient to achieve an increase of 1 to 4 in the tone height of the hair; and rinsing the hair with water.

Abstract: False eyelash applicator apparatuses for applying a false eyelash to an eyelid are provided. One apparatus includes an applicator unit having an approximate shape of a hollow cylinder and including a first end, a second end, and a body extending from the first end to the second end along a lengthwise direction of the applicator unit, and at least one false eyelash holder disposed on the body of the applicator unit and for securing the false eyelash to the applicator unit. Another apparatus includes an applicator unit having a base, a first side surface, a second side surface, a first top surface, and a second top surface, a hole extending through the applicator unit from the first side surface to the second side surface, and at least one false eyelash holder disposed on the body of the applicator unit and for securing the false eyelash to the applicator unit.

Abstract: A hair band comprising at least one band provided with at least one substantially longitudinal slot and with respective mutual coupling elements arranged at its ends. The band is made of a polymeric material with high mechanical fatigue strength, i.e., with a rigidity that is suitable to provide a high consistency and flexibility of the elastic type. Fatigue is understood as the successive exposure to stresses, suitable to produce deformations in the band, whose extent and direction may also be variable over time.

Abstract: A butterfly clip includes a body section, a first clip section and a second clip section. When pressure is applied to the body section to invert the body section from a concave orientation to a convex orientation, the first clip section and the second clip section secure a user's hair between the clips and the body section. Since there are two clip sections applying pressure against the body section, the butterfly clip securely remains in place in the user's hair. To release the butterfly clip, an opposing pressure is applied so that the clip sections move away from the body section.

Abstract: An aqueous cleaning composition and method for cleaning toilet bowl surfaces includes a composition having an acid, such as hydrochloric acid, and at least one antimicrobially active diamine surfactant such that the cleaning composition has a pH of less than 4 and a viscosity of at least 100 centipoise.

Abstract: A fluidic tile having a first substrate containing macrofluidic structures bonded to a second substrate containing microfluidic structures. The microfluidic structures correspond to the macrofluidic structures in the first substrate and provide fluid flow paths between the macrofluidic structures. One of the microfluidic structures is a washing siphon that provides a fluid flow path between a purification chamber and a waste chamber. The washing siphon is configured to be primed when a volume of liquid in the purification chamber exceeds a predetermined amount causing the washing siphon to initiate transfer of the liquid in the purification chamber to the waste chamber when the volume of the liquid in the purification chamber exceeds the predetermined amount.

Abstract: A system for impingement air treatment of a thin film conveyor generally includes a thin film conveyor having a width, a first surface, and a second surface, and a first impingement air device configured to blow impingement air on at least one of the first and second surfaces across at least a portion of the width of the thin film conveyor. Other systems and methods for impingement air treatment of conveyors are also provided.

Abstract: Provided is a method for cleaning the inside of a pressure tight container for a blasting treatment, wherein the inside of a pressure tight container can be cleaned for a short period of time after a blasting treatment.

Abstract: A system performs a method for removing air bubbles from a proximity head. The system pumps a fluid into a delivery passage in the proximity head that includes, input channels, a plenum, output channels, a return passage, and return channels. The fluid flows from the delivery passage through the input channels into the plenum. Each of the input channels has an inverted V-shaped opening into the plenum to urge any air bubbles in the plenum to flow upwards through the inverted V-shaped opening. The fluid flows from the plenum through the output channels onto a substrate. The system creates suction in the return passage which is connected to the return channels. The return channels suction the fluid from the substrate. A connecting passage connects the delivery passage and the return passage, allowing air bubbles to escape from the delivery passage into the return passage.

Abstract: A system for cleaning an implanted blood pump, comprising: an inflow catheter having an expandable inflow member positioned about the periphery thereof; an inflow tube coupled with the inflow catheter; a valve assembly coupled to the inflow tube; an outflow tube coupled to the valve assembly; and an outflow catheter having an expandable outflow member positioned about the periphery thereof, the outflow catheter being coupled to the outflow tube. In use, the inflow tube and outflow tube extend through the skin of a human body, the inflow catheter and outflow catheter are positioned within the human body, and the valve assembly is positioned outside the human body.

Abstract: The lifetime of aerosol monitoring, concentration and collection equipment is extended by acoustic cleaning of accreted particle deposits from internal surfaces where fouling occurs by application of acoustic energy to the particle accretion surface, optionally in combination with a liquid wash or sampling volume. In one application, acoustic cleaning or sampling of particle deposits for analysis is triggered by a signal indicating changes in gas flow associated with particle loading. In another application, electro-acoustic transducers may be used to prevent particle buildup without interruption of particle monitoring.

Abstract: A hose reel assembly, system and method for cleaning tubes, particularly heat exchanger tubes, which system includes independently rotatable inner and outer drums. The inner drum is rotated in a first or second direction by a first motor assembly to wind a hose disposed in a gap between the drums, off of or onto the inner drum. A second motor rotates the outer drum causing rotation of a nozzle on the hose about the hose's longitudinal axis and at speeds of about 100 to about 1600 rpm. The nozzle delivers a water jet at pressures of up to about 55,000 psi to cut through deposits in the bores of the exchanger tubes. The nozzle is mounted on an indexer movable within the heat exchanger and a camera and joystick on a remote console enables an operator to view the cleaning operations and manipulate the nozzle in relative safety.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for providing a spray gun (1) in a washing space (2) in a spray gun washing device (3), said spray gun comprising a paint passage (7) with a paint inlet (8). The washing space (2) comprises at least one cleaning nozzle (4) and an attachment surface (10). The cleaning nozzle (4) communicates with a cleaning medium system (5). The attachment surface (10) in the washing space (2) is configured to receive a spray gun (1) with a spray gun holder (9) since the position of the spray gun in the washing space is variable depending on the position of a paint inlet (8) of the spray gun relative to the position of the cleaning nozzle (4) in the washing space. The invention also relates to a spray gun washing device (3) comprising said characterizing features for cleaning the spray gun (1) which during cleaning is provided in said spray gun holder (9).

Abstract: The invention relates to cleaning equipment for cleaning a tank intended for storing inflammable products and that defines an internal volume (Vint) provided with an opening, this equipment comprising a shutter (1) suitable for closing the opening, a flexible hose (2) that passes through the shutter (1), a trolley (3) sized in order to be introduced into the internal volume (Vint) of the tank, and a cleaning head (4) borne by the trolley (3), connected to the flexible hose (2), and designed in order to spray a cleaning liquid delivered at high pressure by the flexible hose (2). The equipment of the invention also comprises a rod (5) connected to the trolley (3) and passing through the shutter (1), and the trolley (3) comprises a chassis (30) provided with rolling members (300) so as to be able to adopt, in the tank, apposition controlled by an action exerted on the rod (5) in the space (Ext) external to the tank.

Abstract: The invention provides an anti-wind eccentric umbrella, comprising a shaft, a framework, an upper ring, a lower ring and a canopy, in which the framework is composed of ribs, stretchers and a main frame. The two ends on one side of a main frame that is cross-hinged by a first main brace and a second main brace through a main frame hinge axis are respectively hinged with the upper ring and the lower ring. The anti-wind eccentric umbrella comprises a rib vacant position and the rib vacant position and the ribs are distributed in 360°. The main frame is on the rib vacant position, the top notch is hinged with an auxiliary rib, the runner is hinged with an auxiliary stretcher and the auxiliary stretcher is at the rib vacant position at the outer side of that occupied by the main frame.

Abstract: A portable interactive changing pod for the changing into and out of suits used in or in association with cold water activities. Embodiment is of non see thru, light weight textile, trapezoidal in shape, open at the top with an enclosed flexible rubber base. The body of the enclosure is opened/closed through a draw cord waist and rests upon the users hips, openings located on either side of the enclosure allow the user to quickly and easily disrobe and exchange clothing. Covering the inside of the opening is a flap providing additional privacy, a transparent vinyl window just below the knees provides additional safety and control when changing. The bottom of the enclosure wall is of a durable material that transitions into a flexible rubber base enclosing the lower half of the users body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a thermoelectric device, in particular an all-organic thermoelectric device, and to an array of such thermoelectric devices. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a thermoelectric device, in particular an all-organic thermoelectric device. Moreover, the present invention relates to uses of the thermoelectric device and/or the array in accordance with the present invention.

Abstract: A thermoelectric element includes at least one thermopair and a pn-junction. The thermopair has a first material with a positive Seebeck coefficient and a second material with a negative Seebeck coefficient. The first material is selectively contacted by way of a conductor with the p-side of the pn-junction, and the second material is selectively contacted by way of a conductor with the n-side of the pn-junction.

Abstract: A solar tracking system and method are provided. The solar tracking system comprises a photovoltaic cell device, a light sensor module to detect intensity of sunlight, a driving device, a history database, a time generator for generating an accurate present time and a control module. The control module controls the driving device to change an attitude of the photovoltaic cell device to track the sun by referencing sun position data entries in the history database according to the accurate present time and determine whether the intensity of the sunlight exceeds a specific threshold. When the intensity of the sunlight exceeds a specific threshold, the sun is tracked according to the intensity of sunlight and a present sun position is recorded in the history database. On the contrary, a restricted area around a referenced sun position data entry is searched to track the sun.

Abstract: The present invention provides a hybrid solar energy conversion system in which a working fluid is made to flow between an internal photovoltaic array and a transparent top layer, where the working fluid is disinfected by a photocatalytic disinfectant layer provided on a light transmitting surface contacting the working fluid. The working fluid is further contacted with the photovoltaic array for the absorption of heat, and the absorbed heat is extracted via an external heat extraction device such as a water tank or a heat exchanger. Accordingly, the present invention provides an improved solar energy conversion system providing both electrical and thermal power, and further utilizing a portion of the solar spectrum for the photocatalytic disinfection of the working fluid.

Abstract: An auto-tracking sun solar energy power generator. The power generator includes an eight-diagram-shaped photovoltaic power generator of 8.8 multiples, an eight-diagram-shaped thermal energy generator of 30-50 multiples, a Striling external-combustion photothermal power generator of an eight-diagram-shaped thermal energy generator and a wind-light mutual complementing power generator with the power more than 20 kW. The first three devices are eight-diagram-shaped and of multiple sun structure. The fourth device is a wind-light mutual complementing planar silicon batteries power generator. The first three devices comprise a named multiple suns machine and a named tracking sun machine. The multiple suns machine comprises a metal bracket and planar glass. The tracking sun machine comprises a mechanical drive assembly for tracking sun and a counter-weight.

Abstract: A solar cell module includes a window unit integrally formed with a transparent substrate unit, a plurality of solar cells, and an electrode unit electrically connected to the solar cells. The solar cells and the electrode unit are provided in the transparent substrate unit.

Abstract: A device (1) for generating electrical energy from solar radiation includes a panel holder (3) with a wall for supporting therewith on a surface and a solar panel (2) which supports on an upright edge of the panel holder extending from the wall. The wall, the solar panel and the upright edge bound a cavity space (7) in which at least one strengthening element (11) is provided which extends from the wall to a rear side of the solar panel facing toward the cavity space for additional support of the solar panel. An extremely stiff and strong device is thus provided which makes it possible with a thin solar panel to comply with the strength requirements for such devices.

Abstract: A quantum dot sensitized solar cell including an anode, a cathode and an electrolyte is provided. The anode includes a semiconductor electrode adsorbed with a plurality of quantum dots. The quantum dots have a broad light absorption range that covers the ultraviolet, visible and infrared regions. The broad absorption range increases the ability of light harvesting, and accordingly, leads to an improved conversion efficiency of the solar cell.

Abstract: Disclosed is a photovoltaic device comprising: a substrate; a III-V solar cell structure having one p-n junction on the substrate; a first semiconductor window layer on the III-V solar cell structure; a second semiconductor window layer on the first semiconductor window layer; an anti-reflective layer on the second semiconductor window layer; a contact layer disposed in the anti-reflective layer and on the second semiconductor window layer; and an electrode on the contact layer, wherein the second semiconductor window layer does not contain aluminum.

Abstract: Novel structures of photovoltaic cells (also known as solar cells) are provided. The Cells are based on the nanometer-scaled wire, tubes, and/or rods, which are made of the electronics materials covering semiconductors, insulator or metallic in structure. These photovoltaic cells have large power generation capability per unit physical area over the conventional cells. These cells can have also high radiation tolerant capability. These cells will have enormous applications such as in space, in commercial, residential and industrial applications.

Abstract: Novel structures of photovoltaic cells (also known as solar cells) are provided. The Cells are based on the nanometer-scaled wire, tubes, and/or rods, which are made of the electronics materials covering semiconductors, insulator or metallic in structure. These photovoltaic cells have large power generation capability per unit physical area over the conventional cells. These cells can have also high radiation tolerant capability. These cells will have enormous applications such as in space, in commercial, residential and industrial applications.

Abstract: The present invention provides a solar cell comprising an anode (12) and a cathode (11) with a photosensitive layer (14) therebetween, wherein the photosensitive layer is at most 1000 nm thick and comprises crystalline lead oxide as a photosensitive material, wherein the lead oxide is doped with antimony and/or indium.

Abstract: Provided are a solar cell and a method of fabricating the same. The solar cell may include a first electrode including a first substrate attached with a first transparent conductive film and a metal oxide nanotube provided on the first substrate and adsorbed with a dye, a second electrode facing the first electrode, and an electrolyte filling between the first and second electrodes. In example embodiments, metal nanoparticles may be provided on an inner surface of the metal oxide nanotube.

Abstract: The solder bonded body according to the present invention contains: an oxide body to be bonded having an oxide layer on the surface thereof; and a solder layer bonded to the oxide layer, which the solder layer is formed by an alloy containing at least two metals selected from the group consisting of tin, copper, silver, bismuth, lead, aluminum, titanium and silicon and having a melting point of lower than 450° C. and has a zinc content of 1% by mass or less.

Abstract: Solar cell structures and formation methods which utilize the surface texture in conjunction with a passivating dielectric layer to provide a practical and controllable technique of forming an electrical contact between a conducting layer and underlying substrate through the passivating dielectric layer, achieving both good surface passivation and electrical contact with low recombination losses, as required for high efficiency solar cells. The passivating dielectric layer is intentionally modified to allow direct contact, or tunnel barrier contact, with the substrate. Additional P-N junctions, and dopant gradients, are disclosed to further limit losses and increase efficiency.

Abstract: A solar cell including an upconverting luminescent material and a back reflecting layer is provided. The upconverting material can be located in any positions below the semiconductor layer of the solar cell. Therefore, the unabsorbed incident light, from the top direction, can be upconverted to light with shorter wavelengths and redirected by the back reflecting layer back to the semiconductor layer to increase the utilization rate of the incident light.

Abstract: A concentrated photovoltaic solar system has a Fresnel lens concentrator (1) with a constant facet thickness in a first zone, a the central area of the lens (1), then has a constant facet height in a second zone at the peripheral area of the lens (1), in order to maximize the optical efficiency of the lens (1) and maintain the typical system aberrations under control. The concentrated photovoltaic solar system also includes a secondary optical element 2 with a circular intake face (3) and convex curvature, a section to accommodate a rim (4), and a pyramid section (6), the transverse section changing from a circle into a square in the lower end (7) where the photovoltaic receiver is housed. This system improves optical and thermodynamic efficiency of existing systems, facilitates the production and installation in the photovoltaic module, and reduces manufacturing-related costs.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a novel porphyrin complex having excellent light collection characteristics and a dye-sensitized solar cell using the porphyrin complex as a sensitizing dye. The porphyrin complex of the present invention as a means for achieving the object is characterized by comprising a porphyrin derivative and a metal atom. The porphyrin derivative has a carboxyaryl group, which is optionally substituted on the aryl ring, attached to at least one of four meso positions of a porphyrin ring optionally substituted at the ?-position and also has a diarylamino group, which is optionally substituted on one or both of the aryl rings, attached to at least either of a meso position adjacent thereto and a meso position opposite thereto.

Abstract: Embodiments of the inventive concept provide dye-sensitized solar cells and methods of manufacturing an electrolyte. The dye-sensitized solar cell may include a first electrode, a second electrode facing and spaced apart from the first electrode, and an electrolyte filling a space between the first and second electrode. The electrolyte may include a solvent including graphene of about 60 mg to about 100 mg dissolved in carbonate of about 10 ml, and an oxidation-reduction agent including alkyl imidazole-based iodine and iodine of about 0.2M to about 0.6M and iodine of about 0.01M to about 0.03M.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I): Wherein: R1 and R2 are independently selected from the group consisting of optionally substituted C1-C20 alkyl, optionally substituted C3-C8 cycloalkyl, optionally substituted aromatic, and optionally substituted heteroaromatic groups or R1 and R2 together with the nitrogen atom to which they are attached comprise an optionally substituted saturated or unsaturated ring which may optionally contain further heteroatoms selected from the group consisting of O, N and S, and may optionally be further fused to one or more other rings; Ar is selected from the group consisting of optionally substituted aromatic and optionally substituted heteroaromatic groups; L is a linker which is a direct bond or is selected from the group consisting of optionally substituted C2 alkenylene and optionally substituted C2 alkynylene; T is independently selected from the group consisting of: R3, R4 and R9 are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, optionally substituted

Abstract: A liquid collection system includes a liquid collection portion configured to attach to a waste receptacle having a waste receptacle opening. The liquid collection portion has a liquid collection opening which extends into the waste receptacle opening. The liquid container also has a liquid reservoir portion attached to the liquid collection portion and in communication with the liquid collection opening. A fill indicator is in communication with the liquid container. The fill indicator is configured to indicate when an amount of liquid in the liquid reservoir portion has a predetermined volume.

Abstract: A split control unit in a distributed flow unit includes a flow inlet configured to receive a fuel flow, a first manifold having flow lines to supply fuel to one or more primary nozzles, and a second manifold having flow lines to supply fuel to one or more secondary nozzles. In an embodiment, the second manifold is in fluid communication with the flow inlet. A metering valve has a first port in fluid communication with the flow inlet and with the second manifold. The metering valve is configured to supply a metered fuel flow to the first manifold. A flow passage is in fluid communication with, and runs between, a flow line of the first manifold and a flow line of the second manifold to allow for a continuous cooling flow in the second manifold when all of the one or more secondary nozzles are closed.

Abstract: A miniature quantum fluid transfer system configured to regulate the flow rate of a fluid by allowing passage of small, discrete increments of fluid through the valve including a valve body having at least one inlet to receive fluid and at least one outlet to release fluid, and a valve rod movably disposed in a first chamber in the valve body. The valve rod has a plurality of fluid passages spaced longitudinally along the valve rod, and the valve rod is movable to align each fluid passage with an inlet or outlet port in the first chamber to allow fluid to flow through selected inlet or outlet ports corresponding to selected fluid passages. The quantum fluid transfer system has a plug movably disposed in a second chamber to push a corresponding volume of fluid out of the second chamber at the end opposite the end the fluid entered.

Abstract: An inlet arrangement is disclosed herein for use with a supersonic jet engine configured to consume air at a predetermined mass flow rate when the supersonic jet engine is operating at a predetermined power setting and moving at a predetermined Mach speed. The air inlet arrangement includes, but is not limited to, a cowl having a cowl lip and a center body coaxially aligned with the cowl. A protruding portion of the center body extends upstream of the cowl lip for a length greater than a conventional spike length. The protruding portion is configured to divert air flowing over the protruding portion out of a pathway of an inlet to the supersonic jet engine such that a remaining airflow approaching and entering the inlet matches the predetermined mass flow rate.

Abstract: A constant temperature control device contains a base including a central wall and a peripheral wall to define a chamber; the peripheral wall including a tunnel and hooks; the central wall including a first and a second holes and two grooves; a pressure balanced valve engaged in the chamber and including a first and a second inflow orifices and a first and a second outflow orifices; a controlling assembly including an operating shaft and a stainless steel piece; two plug sets, each including two springs and two stoppers, and each stopper including an aperture; a covering member including projections and a pore; between the covering member and the disk being defined with a second cavity; an outlet member fixed in the tunnel of the base and including a twisted passageway arranged therein so that the mixed water flows vertically from the tunnel and then is guided to jet horizontally.

Abstract: Integrated flow control backflow preventer valve (“IFCBPV”) for new and existing wet- and dry-barrel fire hydrants, with barrel drain assemblies for dry-barrel hydrants, and hydrants equipped with such IFCBPVs, are presented. An exemplary IFCBPV can have a retaining screen comprising equidistant concave radial spokes intersecting at a central ring structure, a freely suspended check ball, and a lower ball seat with a seal. The upper surface of the retaining screen can be affixed to the hydrant's axial shaft, and can thus be used to open and close the hydrant via the ball. Alternatively, the retaining screen can be fixed and the axial shaft provided with a cup on its bottom that mates with the freely suspended ball that is caged between the retaining screen and the ball seat. An exemplary barrel drain assembly can comprise a spring-loaded piston, or alternatively, a check ball design as in the main barrel.

Abstract: A valve assembly is provided. The valve assembly includes a valve housing having an internal generally cup-shaped bore, a valve control cartridge inserted into the bore and having a rotatable control stem extending upwardly therefrom, and a bonnet nut threaded to an internal wall of the valve housing. The bonnet nut has a through channel that surrounds the control stem, and means are provided along the through channel to control a level of resistance to rotation of stem.

Abstract: A widespread faucet assembly may include one or more valve assemblies and a delivery spout. The anchors for the valve assemblies and delivery spout may be positioned within a mounting deck, and the valve assemblies and the delivery spout are releasably connected to the respective anchors to minimize installation tasks below the mounting deck.