Abstract: A bridge deck suspended from a support beam where the deck describes a laterally curved shape, for example an arch having an apex between two deck ends. The support beam describes a laterally curved shape similar to that of the deck, for example an arch having an apex and two ends opposite to the apex that are secured in a base (foundation) in the ground. The support beam is generally inclined from the support's base foundations to the apex at an angle sufficient to position the support above the deck. The support's relative position, dimensions and shape are such that the majority of the supporting beam is above and approximately horizontally aligned with corresponding points of the deck, thereby allowing suspension cables to extend near vertically between attachment points on the support beam and corresponding attachment points on the aligned portions of the deck.

Abstract: The present invention claims a three-truss continuous steel truss girder-pushing device and an arrangement method thereof. The device comprises three supporting structures of left, center and right, the three supporting structures are provided respectively with left and right side truss slideway girders and a middle truss slideway girder. The front ends of the slideway girder are provided with an operating platform where horizontal continuous pushing jacks are installed; the front ends of the left and right slideway girder and the center slideway girder are each provided with four vertical lifting jacks. The three-truss continuous steel truss girder-pushing device simultaneously pushes the two side trusses of the steel truss beam only, while the center truss slides passively, thereby improving construction efficiency and reducing construction costs.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a fluid-powered automobile cleaning and detailing apparatus that utilizes a fluid, such as water from a garden hose, to generate a highly pressurized stream that forcibly rotates an array of turbine blades within a head assembly communicating with an output shaft that projects outside of the head assembly to rotatably power an attached cleaning or detailing implement.

Abstract: A system for cleaning pipes and pipe joints where the interior surface of the pipe becomes coated with material being processed comprising a cylindrical cleaning body having opposing first and second ends, said cylindrical body having an annular shape with interior and exterior walls so that the outer wall contacts the interior surface of a pipe and wherein ends of the cleaning body have means for removing material deposited on the interior surface, a means for moving the apparatus along the length of said pipe, a first and second means for cleaning said cleaning body having passages that allow fluid to pass through, wherein said first and second cleaning means mates with said first and second ends of said cleaning body, where said cleaning body is moved into contact with said cleaning means to dislodge accumulated deposits from the cleaning body and simultaneously dislodging accumulated deposits from said cleaning means.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cleaning device that comprises a first arm portion with an adjustable length, a first cleaning portion, a second arm portion supporting the first cleaning portion, and a rotating adjustable portion located between the first arm portion and the second arm portion, the first arm portion being rotatable in a predefined range about the second arm portion.

Abstract: A device for improving the effectiveness and throughput of the cleaning of drinking vessels.

Abstract: A handle of a toothbrush has at least two faces for refracting light. A graphic insert having a visual design is positioned within the handle. Light transmitted from the graphic insert may be refracted by the at least two faces to provide a unique and attractive design. As the handle is rotated, the design may change appearance. The handle may include a front handle part and a rear handle part to hold the graphic insert. A securing material may be overmolded onto the front handle part and rear handle part to secure the two parts relative to one another.

Abstract: One exemplary aspect comprises a device for removing material from a surface, comprising: (a) a head component comprising a first handle portion and a first scraper portion; and (b) a shaft component comprising a rod portion and a second handle portion. In various exemplary embodiments: (1) the first handle portion is suitable for receiving a portion of a user's hand; (2) the head component further comprises a second scraper portion; (3) the second scraper portion comprises a blade with a serrated edge; (4) the second scraper portion comprises a squeegee blade; (5) the second scraper portion comprises a metal blade; (6) the head component further comprises a third scraper portion; (7) the first handle portion comprises a rubber grip component; and (8) the rod portion comprises a telescoping rod.

Abstract: An axial body for a windshield wiper device of a motor vehicle is provided. The axial body can include a pivot bearing receptacle, in which a wiper axis can be pivoted. In addition, the axial body can include a slide bearing guide, along which the axial body as a whole can be shifted when the axial body is exposed to a defined force.

Abstract: A windscreen wiper device of the flat blade type, comprising a longitudinal strip, as well as an elongated wiper blade of a flexible material, which can be placed in abutment with a windscreen to be wiped, which wiper blade is of the flat blade type and includes at least one groove, in which groove the longitudinal strip is disposed, wherein the windscreen wiper device further comprises a connecting device for detachably connecting the wiper blade to an oscillating arm the connecting device having a substantially U-shaped cross-section, wherein legs of the U-shaped cross-section are connected to the flexible material on opposite sides thereof, wherein the legs are provided with two pairs of opposite protrusions, and wherein the protrusions for exerting a transverse force on the flexible material, thereby locally squeezing the flexible material onto the longitudinal strip.

Abstract: A nonaqueous electrolyte battery includes a positive electrode, a negative electrode and a nonaqueous electrolyte. At least one of the positive electrode and the negative electrode comprises a current collector made of aluminum or an aluminum alloy and an active material layer laminated on the current collector. The active material layer contains first active material particles having an average particle diameter of 1 ?m or less and a lithium diffusion coefficient of 1×10?9 cm2/sec or less at 20° C., and second active material particles having an average particle diameter of 2 to 50 ?m. A true density of the second active material particles is larger by 0.01 to 2.5 g/cm3 than a true density of the first active material particles.

Abstract: A floor cleaning robot comprises a housing, wheels, and a motor driving the wheels to move the robot across a floor, a control module disposed within the housing and directing movement of the robot across the floor, a sensor for detecting and communicating obstacle information to the control module so that the control module can cause the robot to react to the obstacle, a removable bin disposed at least partially within the housing and receiving particulates, a first rotating member directing particulates toward the bin, and a second rotating member cooperating with the first rotating member to direct particulates toward the bin. The removable bin receives particulates directed thereto by the first and second rotating members and the particulates pass from the first rotating member to the removable bin without passing through a filter.

Abstract: A floor tool for a vacuum cleaning appliance, comprising a main body connected to a conduit, the main body comprising, a supporting member adapted to support a cleaning element and a suction nozzle adjacent an edge of the supporting member, wherein the suction nozzle defines a suction chamber, and wherein the suction chamber includes a first fluid outlet and a second fluid outlet in communication with the conduit.

Abstract: A cleaner head for a vacuum cleaner houses a hollow brush bar mounted for rotation about an axis. This brush bar is driven by a motor housed inside the hollow brush bar, the motor forming part of a drive assembly supported at one end of the cleaner head. The brush bar is arranged for removal from the cleaner head by sliding the brush bar along the axis and out through an opening at the opposite end of the cleaner head and the brush bar is rotatably supported in clearance around the drive assembly by a first bearing, which bearing engages the brush bar in a corresponding axial-sliding fit to allow said sliding removal of the brush bar.

Abstract: A floor tool for a vacuum cleaning appliance, comprising a main body connected to a conduit, the main body comprising, a supporting member adapted to support a cleaning element and a suction nozzle adjacent an edge of the supporting member, wherein the suction nozzle defines a suction chamber, and wherein the suction chamber includes a first fluid outlet and a second fluid outlet in communication with the conduit.

Abstract: A combination castor includes a linking device, and a plurality of castor assemblies connected with the linking device. Each of the castor assemblies includes an operation unit, a braking unit, and at least one roller. The operation unit of each of the castor assemblies includes a mounting seat, a slide, and a driven block. The braking unit of each of the castor assemblies includes a bushing, a housing, a control shaft, and a braking member. The roller of each of the castor assemblies has an inner periphery provided with a plurality of locking grooves. Thus, the linking device can drive and operate the castor assemblies to brake and position the castor assemblies simultaneously.

Abstract: The invention includes a universal retractable handle assembly for attachment to luggage items of a variety of different sizes. A plurality of tubes having a fixed length can be attached to a bracket member such that each tube can extend in a telescoping manner to a different distance from the bracket member when the handle is in the extended position and thus be employed in different sizes of luggage. Additionally, a tube housing is provided which includes a tube receiving portion and reinforcing portions on an outer surface of the tube housing. The tube receiving portion is formed with an arcuate shape which corresponds with the shape of the tube member to be inserted therein. The reinforcing portions include a plurality of planar flanges which extend beyond the outer surface of the tube receiving portion to provide improved structural characteristics.

Abstract: A combination castor includes a control unit, a linking unit, and at least two castor units. The control unit includes at least one mounting seat, at least one bushing mounted in the at least one mounting seat, and a pedal pivotally located at a side of the at least one mounting seat. The linking unit includes a propeller shaft extended through the at least one bushing and locked onto the pedal, at least one rotation plate secured on the propeller shaft, and at least two links each pivotally connected with the at least one rotation plate and the respective castor unit. Thus, when the pedal is stepped, the propeller shaft is driven to rotate the at least one rotation plate which drives the links to operate the castor units so as to brake or position the castor units simultaneously.

Abstract: A retractable handle arrangement for a casket includes an elongate handle member, a rigid rod, and a stopper member. The elongate handle member has a length extending parallel to a side panel of the casket, and has a through-hole extending transverse to the length. The rigid rod extends through the through-hole of the handle member. The rigid rod has a first end and a second end, the first end having a head. The head has a diameter exceeding a diameter of at least a part of the through-hole. The rigid rod extends through a side panel opening such that the second end is disposed within an interior of the casket. The stopper member is fixedly supported on the rigid rod within the interior of the casket. The stopper member has a diameter that exceeds a diameter of at least a portion of the side panel opening.

Abstract: A bulking apparatus (1) includes a hot air generator, an air supply duct (2) having an inlet (21) for receiving hot air and an outlet (22) for delivering the hot air to nonwoven fabric, and a sucking part (31) sucking in hot air delivered from the outlet (22) and passed through nonwoven fabric (10) to increase the bulk of the nonwoven fabric being transported. The air supply duct (2) has an inflow portion (24) leading the hot air introduced into the inlet (21) to flow in parallel to the transverse direction of the nonwoven fabric and an outflow portion (25) forming an angle with the inflow portion (24) to lead the hot air flowing through the inflow portion to the outlet (22). The air supply duct (2) has a plurality of baffle plates (26) disposed therein, each baffle plate having a flow-facing part (26A) and a flow-guiding part (26B) located in the inflow portion (24) and the outflow portion (25), respectively.

Abstract: Use of organomodified polysiloxanes which have at least three different polyether radicals, at least two of these polyether radicals differing by at least 9% by mass in the proportion of ethylene oxide units therein in the total weight of the polyether radical, as a release agent or release agent constituent in melt granulation.

Abstract: Sports Headset Mouth Privacy Clip is a rectangular shaped piece made of abs plastic for durability, with acoustic foam on the inside to allow voice sound clarity during communication. Also has a “C Shaped” clip to attach mouthpiece. Measuring 4.25 horizontally/2.25 vertically it allows verbal privacy while using Communication Headsets. The clip is to be attached to Mobile Headset popularly used in American Football both college and professional. This clip allows for each individual to communicate with team in privacy without opposing team reading there lips and figuring out what they are trying to communicate within the team.

Abstract: A twist tie device having an elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material. A cover covers the shape-retaining deformable material along the length of the elongated piece. The cover has a bond between the elongated piece and the cover. The bond between the cover and the elongated piece is along the entire interior surface of the cover. An outer cover may be bonded to the cover. The outer cover may have a gripping surface and a non-gripping surface. The gripping surface will provide more grip for the twist tie device when it is wrapped around itself and the gripping surface will provide more grip when it is wrapped around objects. A nongripping surface being generally smoother than the gripping surface is suitable for containing indicia.

Abstract: Disclosed is a belt buckle assembly with magnetically interchangeable faceplates. The faceplate attaches to a base plate by a magnetically active plate on both the base plate and the faceplate. The base plate is concealed by the faceplate when the belt buckle is assembled and in use. The user's belt is attached by a belt loop at one end of the base plate and a post on the back side of the base plate which protrudes through a hole in the belt end opposite the belt loop.

Abstract: A v-band clamp having a band extending circumferentially from a first end to a second end, a latch assembly located at the first and second ends of the band, and a plurality of v-insert segments located radially underneath the band when the v-band clamp is tightened on a pair of tubular body end flanges. The latch assembly includes a fastener used to tighten the v-band clamp and the plurality of v-insert segments include a first v-insert segment attached to the band and a second v-insert, wherein, when the v-band clamp is tightened on the pair of end flanges, the band moves circumferentially independently relative to the second v-insert segment.

Abstract: An assembly for clamping a tube includes a fitting including a land, a bolt housing, legs, and a tooth on each leg, a band surrounding an axis, contacting the land and formed with holes spaced along the band, and a bolt located in the bolt housing, including helical teeth engaged with said holes for changing a diameter of the band and forcing the tooth toward the band as the band is tightened by rotating the bolt.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to zipper for a reclosable package, particularly a zipper which has been foamed with the use of bioresins or biodegradable additives to increase the degradability of the zipper. The combination of the process of foaming with the use of bioresins or biodegradable additives typically increases the rate of degradability of the zipper, particularly in biodegradable environments, such as landfills.

Abstract: A slider for a slide fastener includes a slider main body, a pull tab, a stopper hook having one end configured to be engaged with fastener elements to obstruct the slider main body from moving, a spring portion, a cam portion configured to urge the pull tab in a direction in which the pull tab returns to a lay-down state where the pull tab is laid down toward one side of the slider main body using an elastic force of the spring portion when the pull tab pivots from the lay-down state to an erected state, and regulating portions configured to obstruct the pull tab from pivoting further from the erected state so that the pull tab is obstructed from pivoting to the other side of the slider main body.

Abstract: The slide fastener includes a pair of fastener tapes, a pair of fastener element rows respectively including a plurality of fastener elements and coupling yams coupling the plurality of fastener elements, and a slider configured to engage and disengage the pair of fastener element rows. Each of the fastener elements includes a body portion, a neck portion, an engaging head, portion and a pair of shoulder portions provided at both sides of the neck portion in the tape longitudinal direction and configured to come in contact with opposite engaging head portions. The pair of fastener tapes have stretchability in the tape longitudinal direction.

Abstract: A clipping fixation device for assembling two elements such as automotive panels or other components in a manner that provides a secure connection of the elements in an assembly direction while permitting relative longitudinal and transverse positioning of the two elements in directions orthogonal to the assembly direction. The clipping fixation device may include a first clip member and a second clip member, wherein the first clip member has a pin extending to a head and the second clip member includes two clipping arms defining a receiving space into which the first clip member can be inserted under force. The first and second clip members are dimensioned such that the pin may slide along the receiving space in the transversal direction and move in the longitudinal direction by flexing of at least one of the clipping arms without disengagement of the head from the clipping arms.

Abstract: Foreign objects that have entered inside an insertion body are suppressed from reaching a detector side. In a buckle device, when a tongue plate is attached, an ejector slides downwards inside a buckle body, opening a through hole in a partitioning wall of a lower cover at the upper side. A main body portion of a slider member of a buckle switch is inserted into the through hole, closing off a portion of the through hole that has been opened by the ejector. Hence it is suppressed that foreign objects discharged through an insertion through hole in the buckle body to outside the buckle body pass through the through hole and reach the buckle switch side further than the partitioning wall.

Abstract: A fastener assembly is provided including a fastener body having at least one aperture and a cavity formed at a top portion. A cap is provided configured to be removably inserted into the cavity. A method for fastening an article is provided including providing an article having holes in opposing edges of an article opening and a lace passed through said holes. At least one fastener body is provided having an attachment point, wherein the lace is secured to the attachment point, forming at least one slack portion. Each slack portion is pulled through a set of holes in the opposing edges of the article to form lace loop(s). Each lace loop is overlapped over the at least one fastener body.

Abstract: A body bag (900) can be assembled by a stitching process while providing increased fluid retention capabilities. An upper outer layer (101) and a lower outer layer (102), each of which can be non-woven materials, form the outer surfaces of the body bag (900). An absorbent layer (103) is disposed between the upper outer layer (101) and the lower outer layer (102). One or more edges (303,403,503,603) can be folded into a periphery (332) of the body bag (900). Stitching (802) can then be applied along the periphery (332) such that the stitching (802) passes through the upper outer layer (101), the lower outer layer (102), an upper edge (994) of the fold in the absorbent layer (103), and a complementary bottom edge (995) of the fold in the absorbent layer (103). Handles (1001,1002,1003,1004) can be included as well.

Abstract: A method for drying an electrode pair is disclosed. In at least one embodiment, the method includes preparing a positive electrode by applying a positive electrode material to a current collector; preparing a negative electrode by applying a negative electrode material to a current collector; preparing one set of an electrode pair made up of a positive electrode, a separator, and a negative electrode which are laminated in this order or preparing sets of electrode pairs, the sets being laminated, a separator being provided between the respective sets, each of the electrode pairs being made up of a positive electrode, a separator, and a negative electrode which are laminated in this order; accommodating the electrode pair(s) in a container; and drying the container in which the electrode pair(s) has been accommodated by use of the freeze-drying method.

Abstract: An engage device for a tool seat of a rotary tool turret includes an engage block mounted into the rotary tool turret for positioning the tool seat. A bolt extends through the engage block and is screwed into the rotary tool turret for holding the engage block in place and making the engage block securely abutting the tool seat. A locking member is mounted to the engage block to prevent the bolt from detaching from the engage block.

Abstract: Provided is a pipe fitting and clamping apparatus including a fixed block having a first sliding surface with a groove shape formed therein, a pair of pivot blocks pivoted about hinge pins installed at both of left and right ends of the fixed block and having second sliding surfaces rounded at inner sides thereof, a pair of first insert guides installed inside the fixed block and having rear surfaces which come in close contact with the first sliding surface and slide, a pair of second insert guides installed inside the pivot blocks and rounded such that rear surfaces come in contact with the second sliding surface and slide, and a plurality of inserts having front surfaces in contact with outer circumferential surfaces of pipes and rear surface which come in close contact with the front surfaces of the first insert guide and the second insert guide and slide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an installation for manufacturing fibre stringers for aerospace structures formed by at least one swivel-mounted cylindrical carousel, peripherally incorporating a distribution of male configured tools and in relation to said carousel a bed capable of lateral movement, incorporating a distribution of female configured tools, a fibre strip applicator head for making fibre laminates on the male configured tools also being arranged in relation to the carousel, which allows making omega-shaped or T-shaped stringers by means of the interaction of each male configured tool of the carousel with a respective female configured tool of the bed.

Abstract: A guide assembly comprises a frame assembly, a plurality of clamping assemblies, and a head assembly. The clamping assemblies may be mountable to the frame assembly for attaching the frame assembly to a structure. The head assembly may be mountable to the frame assembly and may include a tool coupled to the head assembly. The tool assembly may be axially movable relative to the head assembly to cause the tool to exert a down force on the structure when the frame assembly is attached thereto.

Abstract: The present invention provides a shaft assembly comprising a first shaft and a second shaft. The first shaft has a plurality of first splines that each have an end portion and a chamfer disposed on the end portion. The second shaft is coaxial with the first shaft and has a plurality of second splines. The plurality of second splines each have a base portion and an end portion. The end portion defines an inverted chamfer having a base and a tip. The tip projects from the base radially away from the second shaft and axially away from the base portion of the plurality of second splines. The base of the inverted chamfer undercuts the tip of the inverted chamfer. The plurality of first splines engage with the plurality of second splines to couple the first shaft and the second shaft for common rotation.

Abstract: A removable forming support comprising a tapered sleeve having a first, internally threaded end and a second end that has a smaller outside diameter than does the first end. A threaded tie rod is threadedly received in the first end of the tapered sleeve, while a further tie rod can optionally be threaded into the second end of the tapered sleeve, which then also is internally threaded. The tie rod or rods are secured in position in the ends of the tapered sleeve.

Abstract: According to one embodiment of the invention, a method for an improved paddle may include fabricating a relief on the paddle blade's border. The method may also include securely fastening an impact absorbent material to the relief on the paddle blade's border to produce the improved paddle.

Abstract: A system architecture for a computing device is flexible and scalable to be used for a variety of types, form factors, models and sizes of device. One or more chassis which may be of a monocoque design provide structural support and component placement positions. Components are placed in defined positions predetermined for their system function and for end user benefits. Components may be common or substantially similar across any number of different device types, form factors, models and sizes.

Abstract: A generator assembly apparatus is provided for merging a first annular component and a second annular component of a generator. The generator assembly apparatus includes first and second component support frames, a moving device and an adjustment device. The first component support frame supports the first component securely mounted to the first component support frame. The second component support frame supports the second component securely mounted to the second component support frame. The moving device moves one component support frame relative to the other component support frame to merge the components by inserting one component at least partially into an interior region of the other component. The adjustment device adjusts a position of a support frame such that a pre-defined separation between the first component and the second component is maintained during merging.

Abstract: A method, of prefabricating and .installing a synthetic turf field includes providing a controlled manufacturing facility with an open area, that allows a plurality of turf strips to be laid out on a floor thereof Visual markings are placed on the floor to allow the Individual strips to be properly aligned on the floor. Once aligned, inlays can be placed into the proper strip and then secured. After the inlays have been secured, the strips can be rolled up and appropriately labeled for subsequent installation. After all the strips that will make up the field have been processed and roiled up. the rolls can be taken to the job site so the field can be installed.

Abstract: The invention concerns a method which consists in producing by radial expansion of the walls of two tubular parts (1, 2) engaged into each other substantially without play, in at least two zones of the parts spaced from each other in the axial direction of the parts (1, 2) two small protuberances (4) projecting radially outwards of the parts (1, 2) separated from each other, along the circumference of the parts (1, 2), by portions of the intermediate walls (5) of the parts. The small protuberances (4) are simultaneously produced in two zones spaced in the axial direction of the tubular parts (1, 2), using a tool comprising an expander with flexible blades on each of which are arranged two bosses spaced from each other in the expander axial direction. The invention is particularly useful for fixing an end sleeve (1) on a guide tube (2) of a fuel assembly.

Abstract: A disconnect assembly includes a head coupler portion and a tool coupler portion. The head coupler portion includes: a threaded portion on a first part of an exterior surface to connect to a wedge frame, a longitudinal bore, a rod configured to slide longitudinally within the longitudinal bore, and a set of annular protrusions on a second part of the exterior surface. The tool coupler portion includes: a threaded bore configured to mechanically attach the tool coupler portion to the tool, and a channel to receive a head coupler portion. The channel includes a set of grooves corresponding to the set of annular protrusions on the head coupler portion. When the head coupler portion is connected to the tool coupler portion, a ram from the hydraulic tool engages the rod to apply force to an object in the wedge frame.

Abstract: A spring clip that has a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a base with at least one aperture and a resilient flange portion that extends away from and above the base and faces a first direction. The second portion has at least one tubular extension that extends through the at least one aperture of the first portion beyond the base and engages the first portion. The at least one tubular extension has an aperture such that the at least one aperture in the first portion and the aperture in a second portion have a common axis. In addition, the flange portion can be compressed from a first position to a second position over the base and when the flange portion will move toward the first position when it is released from the second position. An installation tool is provided for inserting the spring clip into a longitudinal cavity of a railing section.

Abstract: A clocked retaining assembly for use in an automotive powertrain is provided. The clocked retaining assembly includes an inner component and an outer component. The inner component has an outer side having a plurality of inner spline teeth separated by a plurality of inner grooves formed in the outer side. The outer component has an inner side having a plurality of outer spline teeth separated by a plurality of outer grooves formed in the inner side. The outer component forms a continuous inner circumferential slot through the outer spline teeth around the inner circumference of the inner side. The inner spline teeth are disposed in the inner circumferential slot. A pin extension is disposed in an inner groove an outer groove. The pin extension prevents the inner component from rotating with respect to the outer component. A method for retaining the inner and outer components is also provided.

Abstract: A clamp (10) for holding two members together. The first member includes a recess into which a fastener is located. A bore is provided to the recess to allow a tool to be used to operate the fastener. The second member is arranged to accept the fastener and so join the members. The recess and bore are sized to prevent release of the fastener through the bore. In this way, the fastener cannot easily be removed or lost when the clamp is in use and is tamperproof. Embodiments of a downhole tool are described where the clamp is used to hold portions of a sleeve around a body of the tool, and to hold scraper blades and/or brushes to the body.

Abstract: An installation device for installing a windshield in a vehicle. The device includes a pivot assembly including a pair of suction cups that attach to the door glass of a vehicle door, and a depending member that extends upwardly and forwardly adjacent a windshield opening. A support assembly includes a pair of suction cups that attach to a windshield, and a support rod that is axially and rotatably moveable with respect to the suction cups. The support rod includes an end that pivots on the depending member of the pivot assembly. The device moveably supports the windshield such that a single technician can install the windshield on a vehicle.