Patents Issued in October 10, 2013
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Publication number: 20130263850Abstract: Described are methods for safer nitric oxide delivery, as well as apparatuses for performing these methods. The methods may include detecting the presence or absence of a nasal cannula, and stopping the delivery of nitric oxide or providing an alert if the cannula is disconnected. The methods may also include purging the nasal cannula if it is reconnected after a disconnection or if it is replaced by a new cannula. Other methods pertain to automatic purging of the delivery conduit if the elapsed time between successive deliveries of therapeutic gas exceeds a predetermined period of time.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: INO Therapeutics LLCInventors: Jaron Acker, Tom Kohlmann
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Publication number: 20130263851Abstract: Provided are systems for humidifying gas delivered to a patient. A humidifier unit (107) is provided located proximal to a patient interface (105) of a patient circuit (103). The humidifier unit includes a chamber that receives water from a water source (109), a heat source disposed within the chamber, a water flow sensor (113), an output temperature sensor (117), an output humidity sensor, and/or other sensors. A controller (119) receives flow data relating to water being provided to the chamber and temperature data relating to the temperature of the humidified gas, humidity, and/or other data. The controller further adjusts a flow of water being provided to the chamber based on the flow data and/or a heat output of the heat source based on the received data.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.Inventors: Mabini Arcilla, Smita Garde, Samir Ahmad
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Publication number: 20130263852Abstract: The present invention is antibiotic compositions, ventilator based systems and methods relating to ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) and ventilator-associated tracheal (VAT) bronchitis. Antibiotic combinations of fosfomycin and an aminoglycoside, preferably amikacin, are administered via an in-line nebulizer within the airway of the ventilator. Humidified conditions create an improved aerosol mist to treat VAP and VAT.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Alan Bruce Montgomery
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Publication number: 20130263853Abstract: The present invention relates to a split-type controlling device for producing oxygen and delivering air and includes an outdoor unit, a plurality of indoor units, and a control panel. The control panel includes a controlling unit, which is utilized to control the outdoor unit and the indoor units. Carrying oxygen produced by the outdoor unit to an indoor space through an oxygen outlet preferably enhances air quality indoors.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Fu-Lai HAN
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Publication number: 20130263854Abstract: A respiratory treatment apparatus configured to provide a flow of breathable gas to a patient, including a breathable air outlet, an outside air inlet, and an pneumatic block module, wherein the pneumatic block module includes: a volute assembly including an inlet air passage, a mount for a blower and an outlet air passage; the blower being mounted in the mount such that an impeller of the blower is in a flow passage connecting the inlet air passage and the outlet air passage; a casing enclosing the volute assembly, wherein air passages within the casing connect air ports on the volute assembly, wherein the inlet air passage of the volute assembly is in fluid communication with the outside air inlet and the outlet air passage of the volute assembly is in fluid communication with the air outlet.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Kenneth Taylor, Simon Robert Cork, Jonathan Huw Thomas, Eva Ng, Benjamin John Leavens, Enrico Brambilla, Frank Van Regteren, Philippe Auguste Chalvignac, Zdzislaw Antoni Ziolkowski, Arthur Kin-Wai Yee, Geoff Crumblin, David Creusot
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Publication number: 20130263855Abstract: A controlling device (110) is configured for controlling a state of an alarm limit of an alarm device (108). The alarm device (108) is configured for generating an alarm signal in association with a monitored physiological parameter of a patient. The alarm limit triggers the generation of the alarm signal. In order to automatically control the state of the alarm limit, the controlling device (110) comprises a receiving unit (146) configured for receiving information indicating an administration of a treatment to the patient, a determining unit (148) configured for determining whether the treatment is administered to the patient based on the received information, and a controlling unit (150) configured for controlling the state of the alarm limit based on a result of the determination of the determining unit (148).Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.Inventors: Gerhard Tivig, Rolf Neumann, Michael Mathias Spaeth, Harald Greiner, Guenter Gegner
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Publication number: 20130263856Abstract: An intake module includes an outer tube body defining an intake chamber and having an intake end, and an inner tube body disposed in the outer tube body and having an intake hole communicating with the intake chamber. An intake lid covers the intake end and has an inlet hole for allowing the intake chamber to be in fluid communication with the outside so that a compressed gas is fed into the inlet hole. A needle tube defines a jet hole for spraying the compressed gas from the needle tube into the intake hole. When the compressed gas is delivered from the intake lid into the inner tube body, air is drawn into the intake hole to mix with the compressed gas according to Venturi effect.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 7, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: GALEMED CORPORATIONInventors: Gary C.J. Lee, Ding-Yang Hsu
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Publication number: 20130263857Abstract: Indicating fit status of a mask in communication with a respiratory assistance device is disclosed. Upon initiating a therapeutic gas delivery from the respiratory assistance device to the mask, one or more measurements from respective one or more sensors of the respiratory assistance device is received. A leakage value from these measurements is derived, and a mask fit index is assigned. This is based at least upon a correlation of the leakage value to a particular sub-range of predetermined leakage values that corresponds to the mask fit index. The particular sub-range of predetermined leakage values is one among a plurality of sub-ranges, which together comprises an overall mask fit range defined at least by an ideal mask fit region, a loose mask fit region, and a tight mask fit region. A mask fit status based upon the assigned mask fit index is output to an indicator interface.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Samir S. Ahmad, Leonardo Alberto Baloa Welzien, Enrico Brambilla, Lauren Cheney, Iva Segalman, Simon Johnson
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Publication number: 20130263858Abstract: A support element (50) for use with a patient interface system (42) includes a first portion (52) adapted to be coupled to the patient interface system and a second portion (54) having a support face (56) adapted to contact the patient. The first and second portions define a cavity (58) therein. The support face includes an aperture (60) disposed therein that provides access to the cavity.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.Inventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Elizabeth Powell Margaria
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Publication number: 20130263859Abstract: A strap member for use in securing a mask to the head of a patient includes a strap portion formed from a first material. The first material comprises a silicone material. The strap member further includes a breathability enhancing element associated with the strap portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 29, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.Inventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Jerome Matula, JR.
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Publication number: 20130263860Abstract: A patient interface device includes a headgear component having a first end, a second end, and a sealing interface region located between the first end and the second end, wherein the sealing interface region has a hole extending through the elongated fabric body member. The patient interface device also includes a mask component having a cushion and a fluid coupling conduit fluidly coupled to the cushion, wherein at least a portion of the fluid coupling conduit extends through the hole and the sealing interface region covers at least a portion of the cushion. The cushion will be held and supported by the elongated fabric body member in engagement with a portion of the patient's face responsive to the patient interface device being donned by the patient by wrapping the elongated fabric body member around the head of the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.Inventors: Richard Andrew Sofranko, Joshua Mark Greenberg
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Publication number: 20130263861Abstract: An embodiment of the disclosure provides a universal sealing apparatus for one or more cannulas. The apparatus includes a first portion, a second portion, and a third portion. The first and second portions are configured to removably adhere directly or indirectly to a nose. The third portion is coupled to the first and second portions. The third portion removably couples to one or more cannulas and places a force upon a base of flared portions of the one or more cannulas when the first and second portions are adhered to the nose. The force maintains a fluid seal of the one or more cannulas within one or more respective nostrils of the nose.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Mark T. Holtzapple, Lisa Cangelosi Brown
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Publication number: 20130263862Abstract: Heat and/or mechanical treatments on a post-molded article to create designs or textures that extend minimally above or below a surface of the article are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 5, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Eva Grace Nellenbach, Hinrich Knuth, Matthew Howard Wasson
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Publication number: 20130263863Abstract: A wound care apparatus having a first surface for supporting a first portion of a patient's leg and a second surface for supporting a second portion of the leg. Generally, the apparatus includes a leg support that includes the first the second surfaces, wherein the first surface is configured to support the patient's calf and the second surface is configured to support the patient's foot. In some cases, the leg support includes a pivot joint that allows the support to pivot between a first position that presents the first surface and a second position that presents the second surface. In some instances, the leg support is further configured such that when it is in the first position, a lowest support portion of the first surface is lower than is a lowest support portion of the second surface when the leg support is in the second position. Other implementations are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 29, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Jeff Baker, Darren Walters, Brad Baker
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Publication number: 20130263864Abstract: Teat device for preventing habits such as snoring, breathing through the mouth, sucking, grinding and gnashing the teeth, and for training or treating oral functions, said teat device comprising an oral vestibule.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Hubertus von Treuenfels
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Publication number: 20130263865Abstract: A sleep apnea prevention assembly that includes an oral appliance that includes upper and lower members that are hingedly attached to one another and movable between an open position and a closed position. The upper and lower members cooperate to define a central opening when the oral appliance is in the closed position. A flexible lip seal extends between the upper and lower members and the assembly includes a main pipe assembly that comprises a main pipe and a mouth air vent. The main pipe is secured to one of the upper or lower members and extends through the central opening. The mouth air vent has a breathing opening at a proximal end of the main pipe assembly. The main pipe assembly includes an elbow receiver opening at a distal end thereof, and a mouth air path is defined between the breathing opening and the elbow receiver opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Julian Omidi
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Publication number: 20130263866Abstract: An oral device for improving airway patency comprises a tongue constraint and a negative pressure source. The tongue constraint engages the patient's tongue to maintain a clear region below the palate in an oral cavity and allow an anterior portion of the tongue to rise. By applying a negative pressure in the clear region, an airway behind the soft palate or tongue of the patient can be maintained. The tongue constraint is usually connected to an anchor. The anchor may be held between the patient's teeth or may engage the inferior surface of the palate. Another oral device for improving airway patency comprises a lateral tongue structure and a negative pressure source.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Matthias Vaska, Jonathan Podmore, John Edwards Crowe, Sean Christopher Daniel
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Publication number: 20130263867Abstract: A surgical drape made of a sheet of surgical drape material, includes a frangible outline defined on the sheet that defines a removable area of the sheet that is separable from the sheet by tearing along the first frangible outline to define a first fenestration through the sheet. A frangible line extends from the frangible outline to an outer peripheral edge of the sheet and defines a pre-defined path of tearing along which the sheet may be torn from the removable area to the outer peripheral edge.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Michael J. Young
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Publication number: 20130263868Abstract: A disposable cover for medical safety straps. This disposable protective cover is slipped over the existing safety strap prior to being used to secure a patients' body to a medical table for a procedure, allowing the strap to be protected from infected bodily fluids.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Melissa Marie Grenier
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Publication number: 20130263869Abstract: An electronic cigarette is provided, which comprises a hollow atomizing stem (10), a first conductive ring (20) sleeved at the bottom of the atomizing stem (10) and airproof with the atomizing stem (10), a second conductive ring (30) arranged in the first conductive ring (20) and insulated from it, a conduit (40) held in the atomizing stem (10), with base contacting the first conductive ring (20) tightly, a liquid blocker (70) arranged on the top of the atomizing stem (10), and a cigarette holder (80) arranged on the top of the atomizing stem (10) simultaneously and holding the liquid blocker (70) The inner wall of said atomizing stem (10), the outer wall of said conduit (40), the top of said first conductive ring (20), and the bottom of said liquid blocker (70) together confine a liquid storage chamber (12) for storing tobacco juice.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: SHENZHEN KONTLE ELECTRONICS CO., LTDInventor: Xiaochun Zhu
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Publication number: 20130263870Abstract: A smokeless tobacco composition configured for insertion into the mouth of a user is provided. The smokeless tobacco composition includes a tobacco material, a sugar alcohol, and a natural gum binder component, wherein the composition is in the form of a pastille. A process for preparing a smokeless tobacco composition pastille configured for insertion into the mouth of a user is also provided. The process includes providing an aqueous mixture comprising a hydrated natural gum binder component, mixing a tobacco material with the aqueous mixture to form a smokeless tobacco mixture, heating the smokeless tobacco mixture, depositing the heated smokeless tobacco mixture into a mould, and curing the smokeless tobacco mixture to form a smokeless tobacco composition pastille.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Daniel Verdin Cantrell, Joshua D. Morton, Steven D. Hume, Barry Bratcher, Robert Frank Boutin, Thomas Hinkemeyer, Thaddeus J. Jackson
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Publication number: 20130263871Abstract: Methods and devices for attaching hair weaves to a wearer's existing hair are described. A hair extension/weave portion (e.g., a system comprised of a plurality of natural and/or synthetic hair strands) may be attached to an attachment strip member via a base member with a suture, such as a thread or stitch. The attachment strip member may be formed of a flexible material, such that it can conform to the contours of the wearer's head/scalp. Holes may be provided on the attachment strip member so to allow the attachment of one or more clip members thereto. The clip members, having the attachment strip member and hair extension portion attached thereto, may then be inserted into the wearer's existing hair so as to secure the hair extension system thereto. The clip members, and thus the hair extension system, may then be easily removed from the wearer's existing hair when desired.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 28, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: DEBORAH GLASS, STEVE LIVNEH, DONG QIAN
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Publication number: 20130263872Abstract: To provide a process for producing a phosphorescent body which allows efficient production of a granule-shaped phosphorescent body with a simple facility and a phosphorescent body produced by the process, and a nail stone including the phosphorescent body. In a process for producing a phosphorescent body containing at least a phosphorescent material and a glass material, at least the phosphorescent material and the glass material are mixed to give a paste mixture 2. A plurality of layers of the mixture 2 are stacked to form a granule-shaped laminate 3. The laminate 3 is sintered so that the laminate 3 is melted and shaped by the action of the surface tension of the melted laminate 3.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 21, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Yasunori Iwamoto, Tetsuya Shibano
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Publication number: 20130263873Abstract: A hair weave removal tool comprising a shaft having first and second ends; and at least one peripheral, each peripheral having a base, including the capability of attaching the peripheral to the shaft, wherein at least one peripheral comprises a fork and razor peripheral, comprising: a prong extending from the base generally opposite the point of attachment to the base, at least two arms extending from the prong, and a blade extending between the arms.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Carla Gardner
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Publication number: 20130263874Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are disclosed of disposable beauty tools for use after applying mascara. In an exemplary embodiment, a disposable beauty tool generally includes cotton (or other suitable material) at one end portion and a mascara comb at the other end portion. Also disclosed are exemplary embodiments of methods for using a disposable beauty tool. In an exemplary embodiment, a method generally includes using a first end portion of a disposable beauty tool to wipe away mascara smudges. The method may also include using a second end portion of the disposable beauty tool to comb and/or separate eyelashes and remove clumps of mascara.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Kathryn M. Moody
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Publication number: 20130263875Abstract: Monophasic energy-curable solvent-free compositions useful for providing decorative nail enhancement are formulated using at least one energy-curable resin and at least one film-former such as a polyester or siloxane. Good adhesion to the nail surface is achieved without the use of a base coat and a top coat is not needed in order to attain an outer surface having acceptable esthetic appearance. The cured composition exhibits good durability and yet can be readily and cleanly removed when desired by soaking briefly in acetone.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: Esschem, Inc.Inventors: Tamara Burgess, Angeline B. Louis
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Publication number: 20130263876Abstract: A liquid cleansing composition comprising water in an amount sufficient to form a liquid composition, a fatty acid soap, a structuring agent, and talc. The cleansing composition has a creamy texture and provides good skinfeel properties.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2010Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: Colgate-Palmolive CompanyInventors: Diana Scala, Patricia A. Hall-Puzio
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Publication number: 20130263877Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for oxidative coloring keratin fibers especially human hair wherein dyeing composition comprises a cross linked copolymer. The objective of the present invention is a process for oxidative coloring hair wherein compositions A and B are mixed, composition A comprises at least one oxidative dye precursor and optionally at least one coupling agent and optionally at least one direct dye in a cosmetically acceptable medium and composition B comprises at least one oxidizing agent in a cosmetically acceptable medium, and applied onto hair and processed for 1 to 45 min at a temperature range of 20 to 45° C. and rinsed off from hair, wherein at least one of the two compositions A and B comprises a cross linked copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone, vinylimidazol, 3-methyl-1-vinylimidazolium and methacrylic acid.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 23, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: KAO GERMANY GMBHInventors: Jonathan Wood, Sabine Schäfer
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Publication number: 20130263878Abstract: Present invention relates to an oxidizing composition for keratin fibers especially for human hair with improved lightening effect and therefore, improved colouring and bleaching effects are easily achieved of the compositions applied after mixing with the said composition. Present inventors have surprisingly found out that a composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent and additionally at least one alkalizing agent, at least one carbonate source and at least one urea derivative delivers an improved and homogeneous lightening performance and leaves hair in an improved cosmetically acceptable conditioned status.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 23, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: KAO GERMANY GMBHInventors: Dominic Pratt, Ovidiu Feieriova
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Publication number: 20130263879Abstract: An apparatus for hair care comprising an elongate foam body having tapered ends. A flexible core embedded within the foam body. Clips attached to the foam body, clips having an open position and a closed position. Wherein the foam body is configured to be placed underneath a user's existing natural hair and to be covered by the user's existing natural hair when secured in position by the plurality of clips. Wherein the flexible core is configured to be adapted to a contour of the user's head.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Toni Munoz-Hunt
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Publication number: 20130263880Abstract: The present invention generally relates to an applicator system and in particular, relates to an applicator system capable of moving the applicator head in an irregular motion. The applicator system is provided with a mechanism that gives the applicator an irregular motion during usage thereby resulting in better application. The applicator system of the present invention is configured to move in an irregular motion that has no obvious pattern and may be used for cosmetic and care applications such as mascara application, scrubbing of lips, cleaning of nails, etc.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Leo Clifford Pires, Roger Hwang, Rahul Bose
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Publication number: 20130263881Abstract: A hair straightening and/or pressing device for straightening and/or pressing coarse, thick, ethnic, kinky or curly hair can include two arms connected pivotally at one end. The arms can have opposing surfaces that can be heated. The heated surfaces can be featureless or include features. One or both surfaces can have rows of closely spaced, parallel blade shaped tines extending across substantially the entire width of the surface from one side of the device to another side of the device. The hair straightening device can have at least two different temperature settings selectable by a user. In certain implementations, one temperature setting may be lower than the other two settings and at a temperature that is not optimal for straightening hair. The other two temperature settings may be set to a temperature that is optimal for straightening hair of different types.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Dana Story
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Publication number: 20130263882Abstract: A hair curling apparatus in which comb teeth protrude and retract includes an electro thermal line heater mounted within a cylindrical body to provide heat, comb teeth configured to protrude from the body to comb and wind hair, a cap and a handle in a front portion and a rear portion of the body, a shaft installed substantially at a center inside the body, a lever coupled to the handle, wherein the shaft is moved forward or backward when the lever is pushed or pulled, a link connected to the shaft through a pin, and a support connected to the link through the pin, wherein the support is raised or lowered in an upper or lower portion of the shaft, and the comb teeth protrudes or retracts through holes formed by perforating the cylindrical body.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Sang An KIM, Jin-Ho CHOI
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Publication number: 20130263883Abstract: A hair curling iron for curling, styling or making wavy hair can include a handle and a barrel portion. The barrel portion can have various shapes, such as a conical, cone, or corrugated shape. The surface of the barrel portion can be textured. Features or protrusions can be integrally formed as part or within the surface of the barrel. The features can be diamond-shaped dimples. The barrel portion can also include different sections configured to be heated to different temperatures.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Dana Story
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Publication number: 20130263884Abstract: A ponytail cover includes an elastic band extending between first and second free ends. Fastening portions such as Velcro portions or hooks are positioned at the first and second free ends of the elastic band and can be fastened together so as to form the elastic band into a loop to cover a ponytail holder. Strips of hair extend over and substantially cover a surface of the elastic band that is outwardly facing when formed into the loop. A ponytail holder includes a band of hair extending between first and second free ends and hooks attached to the first and second free ends that can be fastened together to secure the ponytail holder when the band of hair is wrapped around a ponytail.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Mariana Hogan, Richard Collins
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Publication number: 20130263885Abstract: The present invention relates to a template for the application of permanent and conventional eyebrow make-up. The template has a passage formed in the shape of a human eyebrow, and has either adhesive coating on one side to hold to the forehead or uses an elastic band to mount. A horizontal control line and vertical control lines are formed in the template to provide a reference guide to correspond to lines drawn near the eyebrows of the face by a cosmetic make-up specialist during the application process. Apertures in the template are positioned for the marking of registration points.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Kim Sternad
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Publication number: 20130263886Abstract: A retractable cosmetic device includes an outer shell defining a cavity and an inner shell defining a cavity. At least a portion of the inner shell is positioned within the cavity of the outer shell. The inner shell is slidably attached to the outer shell. At least one slider is positioned within and slidable with respect to the inner shell. A tool is fixedly attached to the slider. The tool is movable between an extended position in which at least a portion of the tool extends outwardly from the inner shell and a retracted position in which the tool is positioned within the inner shell.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Carie BRESCIA, Peter M. ZIELINSKI, Richard A. LAPPINE, Brian M. GATTON
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Publication number: 20130263887Abstract: A dissolved nitrogen concentration monitoring method is used for monitoring a dissolved nitrogen concentration of a cleaning liquid when an ultrasonic wave is irradiated onto the cleaning liquid in which a substrate is dipped. The method includes measuring an amount of increase of a dissolved oxygen concentration of the cleaning liquid resulting from an oxygen molecule generated from a water molecule as a result of a radical reaction caused by ultrasonic wave irradiation. A dissolved nitrogen concentration of the cleaning liquid is calculated from the measured amount of increase of dissolved oxygen concentration based on a predetermined relationship between a dissolved nitrogen concentration and an amount of increase of dissolved oxygen concentration.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: SILTRONIC AGInventors: Teruo Haibara, Etsuko Kubo, Yoshihiro Mori, Masashi Uchibe
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Publication number: 20130263888Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the removal of polymer thermosets from the substrates without damaging the substrates. The present invention relates to a process for the removal of polymer thermoset from the substrate retaining the physical and chemical properties of the substrates. The present invention more particularly relates to the use of bio molecules for cleaving polymer thermosets and the process to perform the cleaving.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: COUNCIL OF SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCHInventor: Krishnamoorthy Kothandam
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Publication number: 20130263889Abstract: A robot cleaner that automatically removes dust accumulated on a floor while navigating a cleaning area, and a method of controlling the robot cleaner, includes a main body that navigates a floor; a first detector that detects an obstacle getting closer to the main body; an auxiliary cleaner that is mounted on the main body to protrude and retract; a second detector that detects a protrusion state or a retraction state of the auxiliary cleaner; and a controller that determines an abnormal operation of the auxiliary cleaner based on a result of the detection of the second detector and controls a protrusion operation or a retraction operation of the auxiliary cleaner according to a result of the determination.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventors: Sang Sik YOON, Hee Won JIN, Byung Chan KIM, Yeon Kyu JEONG, Sang Hwa CHOI
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Publication number: 20130263890Abstract: A system and method for cleaning components contaminated with radioactive materials uses dry ice blasting to remove the radioactive contaminant from the contaminated component in a chamber including a directed air flow. The removed contaminant is transported by the directed air flow for collection in a filter, which may be configured as a HEPA filter. During the cleaning process, the dry ice used for the blasting process sublimates into gaseous carbon dioxide such that no incremental contaminated cleaning media or residue is generated during decontamination of the component. Because the dry ice is non-corrosive, non-abrasive and environmentally neutral, damage to the component being cleaned and decontaminated is prevented or substantially avoided. Because dry ice sublimates on impact, cleaning of electrical components without compromising electrical function is enabled.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: Mid-American Gunite, Inc.Inventor: Mid-American Gunite, Inc.
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Publication number: 20130263891Abstract: A method and apparatus for removing foreign material from an upwardly oriented surface of a body-in-white. The apparatus includes a vacuum member mounted to a frame for removing foreign material from the associated upwardly oriented surface and a soft-material brush mounted to the frame rearward of the vacuum member as defined by the direction of forward travel of the vehicle. The apparatus may also vertical adjustment device(s) configured to adjust and maintain vertical distance between the apparatus relative to the associated vehicle. Also disclosed herein is a method for removing foreign material from an upwardly oriented surface of a body-in-white that comprises using bringing the apparatus defined herein in proximate contact with at least one surface of a body-in-white as it progresses down a vehicle assembly line.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc.Inventors: Qian Jiao, Ryan Westbrook
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Publication number: 20130263892Abstract: A dishwashing apparatus and a methodology are provided for washing dishware using electrolyzed water to provide alkaline and acidic water for wash and rinse cycles. The water used at the beginning of a pre-wash stage is repeatedly used in plural pre-wash cycles and filtered through sediment and oil filtration between pre-wash cycles. Water from a final rinse cycle is saved for use for future pre-wash cycles. The sediment and oil filtration filter are reversely flushed to regenerate the filtration systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2010Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: General Electric CompanyInventors: Ramasamy Thiyagarajan, Ronald Scott Tarr, Hai Yang, Paul Mathew, Chen Wang, Mahesh Kumar Asati, Hui Lei, Zijun Xia, Nikhil Subhashchandra Tambe, Srinivasan Duraiswamy
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Publication number: 20130263893Abstract: The present application provides a pulse detonation combustor cleaning device. The pulse detonation combustor cleaning device may include a combustion section and one or more combustion tube sections downstream of the combustion section. The combustion tube sections may a divergent shape and a number of divergent obstacles therein.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANYInventors: Tian Xuan Zhang, David Michael Chapin, Robert Warren Taylor, Miles Alan Peregoy
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Publication number: 20130263894Abstract: A fan control method includes the steps of: acquiring a control factor; determining whether the control factor is located in a first range or a second range; executing a first dust removing mode if the control factor is located in the first range; executing a second dust removing mode if the control factor is located in the second range; and executing a normal mode if the control factor is not located in the first range and the second range.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: DELTA ELECTRONICS, INC.Inventors: Yueh-Lung HUANG, Jung-Yuan CHEN, Ching-Sen HSIEH, Chia-Lin LEE, Jian-Cun LIN, Yen-Hung CHEN, Chia-Ming HSU
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Publication number: 20130263895Abstract: A portable cleaning system for a CVD reactor. The cleaning system comprises two components: (1) a stand-mounted gloved box assembly for mounting a flow flange or shower head of a CVD reactor thereto, and (2) a gloved device such as a gloved flange or gloved cylinder for mounting to the reactor chamber. Both components can be equipped with a filtration device for capturing particles that are cleaned out of the CVD reactor. Both systems can be purged with an inert gas to guard against pyrophoric reactions. The system can be used for cleaning existing CVD reactors without the need for costly modification of the CVD reactor to accommodate the cleaning equipment. Also, one cleaning system can be used to service several CVD reactors.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Jae Chull Lee, Jong Hyuck Lee, Jae Min Lee, Jung Hun Lee
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Publication number: 20130263896Abstract: A dishwasher appliance is provided with a silverware basket. The silverware basket includes a ramp that is configured for urging the silverware basket away from a door of the appliance when the silverware basket is being detached from the door. The ramp can, e.g., assist a user in removing the silverware basket.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANYInventor: William Nathan Garnett
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Publication number: 20130263897Abstract: A dielectric window cleaning apparatus may be used for cleaning a dielectric window of a plasma processing device. The dielectric window cleaning apparatus may comprise a window support base, a fluid containing enclosure, a window rotating mechanism, a spray arm, and multiple fluid spraying nozzles. The fluid containing enclosure may include at least one overflow containment sidewall and may be located at least partially under and at least partially around a portion of the window support base. The window rotating mechanism may be operatively connected to the window support base and may rotate the window support base. The spray arm may be in fluid communication with a fluid source and may include a fluid flow channel. The multiple fluid spraying nozzles may each expel fluid from the fluid flow channel in a window cleansing spray.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Applicant: LAM RESEARCH CORPORATIONInventors: Armen Avoyan, Hong Shih, Cliff LaCroix, John Daugherty
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Publication number: 20130263898Abstract: In a rotating drum (4) of a rotating drum type workpiece washing apparatus (1), a first cylindrical body section (21), in which a liquid impassable part (21a) that follows the circumferential orientation and does not allow a washing solution to pass and a liquid passing part (21b) that allows the washing solution to pass are formed, is provided. With the rotation of a rotating drum (4), workpiece (w) is transported in the direction of the line of the central axis along the inner circumferential surface part on the lower side inside the rotating drum by spiral workpiece transport fins (8) formed along the inner circumferential surface inside the rotating drum. During transport with the rotation of the rotating drum (4), the washing configuration for the workpiece is switched from immersion washing to flowing water washing and shower washing in that order.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2011Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Hideo Takei, Kazutaka Fujimori, Masahiko Hiraide
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Publication number: 20130263899Abstract: A motor pump unit for a high-pressure cleaning appliance is provided, in which the cleaning liquid conveyed by the pump assembly is used for cooling the motor, comprising a motor housing which surrounds the motor, and a cooling channel which surrounds the motor and through which the cleaning liquid can flow for heat dissipation. To provide a motor pump unit having a level of electrical safety which is higher than that of a conventional motor pump unit, the cooling channel surround the motor housing, and the motor pump unit comprise at least one thermally conductive spacer element by way of which the cooling channel is spaced from the motor housing. A high-pressure cleaning appliance is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Sven Dirnberger, Timo Spengler, Rudi Bareiter, Markus Fischer, Juergen Kloepfer, Alexander Rubbe
