Abstract: The present invention provides a CTP positive lithographic printing original plate which has satisfactory image contrast even after baking. Disclosed is a positive lithographic printing original plate, including a substrate, and an image forming layer containing a water-insoluble and alkali-soluble resin and a photo-thermal conversion material, formed on the substrate, wherein the image forming layer contains an acid dye as a colorant.

Abstract: A method and system for controlling a crown height associated with a nip profile includes adjusting pressure of a pressure roll. This may influence the shape of the pressure roll which may influence the nip profile. This may help prevent wrinkling and extend the life of the pressure roll. The pressure roll may be configured to have a varying wall thickness across a width of the pressure roll. The pressure roll may be used for a web application.

Abstract: Provided is a transfer sheet whereby a T-shirt or the like can be printed in few steps by means of an electronic image forming device that uses powdered toner, liquid ink, or the like containing a plastic resin. By means of mirror-image printing a picture pattern, which is an electronic image, onto sheet A, aligning sheet A and sheet B, and heat-pressing, there is spread coating over the portion of the picture pattern printed to sheet A. Sheet A has a structure layering a mold release layer, a resin layer, and a porous resin layer in a substrate, and sheet B layers a mold release layer, a resin layer, an adhesive layer, and a colored porous resin layer in a substrate.

Abstract: This is an improved battlefield simulation support system, possessing a series of adapters that permit the simulation support system to fire a variety of cartridges with varying electrical and control characteristics. The adapters can be mated with a main body that accepts control inputs and distributes them to a plurality of firing mechanisms.

Abstract: The present invention describes a projectile (100, 100a,100b,100c,100d) containing two luminescent dye components (123,125) and a dye powder (126). The first luminescent dye component (123) is contained in an ampoule (122) whilst the second luminescent dye component is contained in a vial (124) disposed inside the ampoule (122). A front crusher (120,120a) is provided at a front of the ampoule to crush into the ampoule and vial, thereby allowing the dye components to react and give a luminous glow. Upon impact at a target, a nose cap (110) of the projectile (100,100a,100b,100c,100d) breaks and a rear crusher (130) behind the ampoule throws the ampoule (122) forward and sputters the luminous dye out of the nose cap (110); at the same time, the dye powder (126) surrounding the ampoule is sputtered out to mark the point of impact. In addition, a thermal glow is also provided to mark the point of impact. Projectiles also allow light tracing.

Abstract: A solid ink composition comprising an amorphous component, a crystalline material, and optionally, a colorant, which are suitable for ink jet printing, including printing on coated paper substrates, and methods for making the same. In embodiments, the crystalline and amorphous components are synthesized from an esterification reaction of tartaric acid with an alcohol.

Abstract: Biocompatible phase invertible proteinaceous compositions and methods for making and using the same are provided. Phase invertible compositions in accordance with the invention are prepared by combining a liquid proteinaceous substrate and a liquid crosslinking composition, where the liquid crosslinking composition includes a macromolecular crosslinking agent. Also provided are kits for use in preparing the subject compositions. The subject compositions, kits and systems find use in a variety of different applications.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing SiO2 mouldings, comprising the preparation of a free-flowing aqueous SiO2 composition, solidification of the aqueous SiO2 composition and drying of the solidified SiO2 composition, wherein the aqueous SiO2 composition is a self-assembly composition. The present invention further relates to a moulding obtainable by the process according to the invention.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a treated inorganic pigment, typically a titanium dioxide pigment, comprising an inorganic pigment having a surface area of about 30 to about 75 m2/g; wherein the pigment surface is treated with an organic treating agent comprising a polyalkanol alkane or a polyalkanol amine, present in the amount of at least about 1.5%, based on the total weight of the treated pigment; wherein the treated inorganic pigment has a RHI (rat hole index) of about 7 to about 11. The treated inorganic pigments have better flow characteristics, and generally fewer lumps.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a process to grind at least one mineral material in the presence of ceria (CeO2)-containing zirconium oxide grinding beads having a specific ceria content (of between 14 and 20% by weight relative to the total weight of said bead, preferably of between 15 and 18%, and most preferably of approximately 16%), and a specific average grain size (of less than 1 ?m, preferably of less than 0.5 ?m, and most preferably of less than 0.3 ?m), wherein such beads are more resistant to wear than conventional beads of the prior art. Another object of the present invention lies in the ground material in the form of an aqueous suspension and in the form of a dry product. Another object of the present invention lies in the uses of such products in any sector making use of mineral materials, and notably in the paper, paint and plastic industries.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pigment paint for an exterior material and to a method for manufacturing the same. The pigment paint comprises: a flake matrix, a first metal oxide layer coated on the upper portion of the transparent matrix, an oxide layer containing MgO—SiO2 coated on the upper portion of the first metal oxide layer, and a second metal oxide layer coated on the upper portion of the oxide layer. In order to ensure humidity resistance and weather resistance required for a lustrous pigment paint for exterior materials, a cerium layer and an aluminum oxide layer are further coated. Properties such as high luminance, high chromaticity, and high gloss, which could not be achieved using conventional techniques, can be achieved and a pigment paint having a multi-colored pearl luster can be provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new class of chemical admixtures for hydraulic cement compositions and methods of preparing same. The admixtures, which include complexes of metals with one or more hydroxycarboxylic acids and/or derivatives of hydroxycarboxylic acids, improve at least the following properties of cement compositions: hardness, compressive strength, shrinkage, and freeze-thaw resistance. Hydraulic cement compositions that may be improved with the chemical admixtures include pastes, mortars, grouts and concretes, all of which may be made from ordinary Portland cement, blended cements, or non-Portland cements made with Supplementary Cementitious Materials.

Abstract: CO2-sequestering formed building materials are provided. The building materials of the invention include a composition comprising a carbonate/bicarbonate component. Additional aspects of the invention include methods of making and using the CO2-sequestering formed building material.

Abstract: A height-adjustable table includes a table board, a first foot, a second foot, an air pressure bar and an assistant device. The first foot crossly and pivotally connects with the second foot, wherein one end of the first foot pivotally connects with a first fastener on the bottom side of the table board, and one end of the second foot pivotally connects with a pivot joint. The assistant device is fixed between the first fastener and a second fastener, wherein one end of the air pressure bar is fixed on the second fastener while the other end fixed on the assistant device. Therefore, when the air pressure bar is operated, smooth sliding of the air pressure bar is provided, whereby the structural strength of the table is reinforced.

Abstract: Various aspects provide for disposing an umbrella over a table. In some cases, an umbrella may be coupled to a table. An umbrella may be disposed at a location other than a center of the table, which may provide for improved shelter from weather arriving at an angle (e.g., wind-driven rain, angled sunlight, and the like).

Abstract: An outdoor table is divided into two or more sections to allow one or more heaters to be placed and accessed within the perimeter of the table top without removing any support parts of the table. The table top includes at least one aperture through which a heater projects. Each section of the table may be hinged to one or more adjacent sections at one or both ends of the separation between the sections so that the table sections may be swung open and closed. The hinging mechanisms may have a removable pin or bolt that may be removed to open the table from either side of the separation. The table sections may be used as a stand-alone table when detached from each other. One or more inserts may be used to cover the aperture, to change the size of the aperture, or to accommodate additional table features.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for providing pallet runners and pallets constructed using them for use in the storage and/or transport of goods and, more particularly, to a low cost, strong, recyclable, reinforced pallet and runner design.

Abstract: In accordance with an aspect, there is provided a furniture apparatus comprising an outdoor-storage assembly having user-accessible compartments being arranged relative to each other, of which are categorized by different types of user access.

Abstract: A furnace-heating combustion apparatus that allows adjustment of a ratio between the amount of primary air and the amount of secondary air. A double-tube elongate burner extends through a rear wall portion of an air box disposed away from a furnace wall. The leading end portion of the burner is disposed inside a tube section such that a secondary air conduit is formed between an outer circumferential face of the leading end portion and an inner circumferential face of the tube section. A primary air conduit is provided at the leading end portion of the burner to introduce the air inside the air box from the rear end portion and cause it to flow toward the leading end portion. A burner supporting means is provided for to allow adjustment of the position of the burner in the longitudinal direction relative to the rear wall of the air box.

Abstract: A method of creating and using a high-carbon spent pot lining (SPL) as a fuel, including delining the high-carbon spent pot lining from an electrolytic cell and combusting the SPL in a furnace.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to an additive mixture and method for controlling nitrogen oxide(s) by adding the additive mixture to a feed material prior to combustion.

Abstract: A boiler system (101) comprises a boiler (2) for combusting a fuel in the presence of a gas containing oxygen gas, and a gas cleaning system (106). The boiler system (101) comprises a compression device being operative for pressurizing at least a portion of the carbon dioxide rich flue gas from which at least a portion of the contaminant content has been removed, and a carbon dioxide supply duct (142; 143; 145) being operative for forwarding at least a portion of the pressurized carbon dioxide rich flue gas to at least one gas cleaning device (108; 110; 111) for being utilized as a utility gas therein.

Abstract: An agricultural implement system is provided that includes a row unit configured to deposit agricultural material into soil along a direction of travel. The agricultural implement system also includes a sensor configured to output a signal indicative of soil displaced by the row unit, and an implement controller communicatively coupled to the sensor. The implement controller is configured to determine a smoothness of a soil finish behind the row unit along the direction of travel based on the signal. The controller is also configured to adjust a parameter affecting the soil finish while the smoothness is outside of a desired range.

Abstract: A sealing gasket made of a resilient rubber material or rubber-like material. The sealing gasket is formed as a rotationally symmetric body with a substantially constant cross-sectional profile. The cross-sectional profile includes: a first sealing part located furthest away from a center of rotation of the body and a second sealing part located radially inside the first sealing part, as viewed in the radial direction. An open space is defined by the first and second sealing parts. The second sealing part essentially curves through an angle away from the center of rotation. A seed housing can include such a seal and a seeder can include such a seed housing.

Abstract: A method of forming a resilient band for an article of apparel includes stretching a first fabric having a first resiliency to a first stretched position and stretching a second fabric having a second resiliency to a second stretched position. The second resiliency is greater than the first resiliency. The method further includes securing the first fabric to the second fabric while the first fabric is in the first stretched position and while the second fabric is in the second stretched position. Moreover, the method includes releasing the first fabric from the first stretched position and the second fabric from the second stretched position after securing the first fabric to the second fabric.

Abstract: A complete double-hull cargo containment vessel includes a primary hull and a secondary hull disposed within the primary hull. The primary hull includes a topside deck structural member. The secondary hull includes an interior cargo containment tank. The secondary hull includes a topside structural member configured to seal the cargo containment tank. The primary hull is configured to serve as a first boundary between an operating environment of the vessel and the cargo. The secondary hull is configured to serve as a second boundary between the operating environment of the vessel and the cargo. The topside deck member of the primary hull and the topside structural member of the secondary hull are configured to provide a double-hull on the topside of the cargo containment tank.

Abstract: The invention described herein teaches that one drilling barge can be employed in two different areas. The standard drilling practice requires two vessels to perform the same work as one drilling barge invention. Standard drilling rigs require that one unit will drill well locations in water depths of 8?-18?. A second drilling unit must be provided to drill in water depths of 18?-60?. As a result of this invention, water depths of 8?-60? can be provided by use of the one vessel employing the novel stabilization system. The service area's coverage is increased greatly by use of the invention thereby creating excellent cost reduction and improved drilling procedures in remote and harsh drilling areas. The invention's cost is slightly more than the standard drilling barge however; coverage of the service area can be 500% greater than the standard vessel's coverage.

Abstract: A drift control system including at least one drift control device for use with a small boat to effect the direction and speed of drift of the small boat against the forces of wind and current comprising a rudder-like member adjustably coupled to the small boat by a mounting assembly including a first mounting bracket coupled to the small boat and a second mounting bracket rotatably coupled to the first mounting bracket by a coupling member and attached to the rudder-like member, and an adjustable locking assembly to selectively secure the rudder-like member in one of a plurality of positions relative to the small boat to effect the direction and speed of drift of the small boat against the forces of wind and current.

Abstract: A catamaran may have a dinghy disposed underneath its foredeck between two hulls. The dinghy, which may rest in a cradle, may be moved up and down between a stowed position and a deployed position. The stern of the catamaran may have a retractable diving board or a retractable net for retrieving fish. A video camera may provide video images of an anchor chain relative to a hull as the anchor chain is deployed from and retracted by a windlass located generally amidships. A monitor may display the video images. A microprocessor in communication with a depth sensor may calculate a length of anchor chain to be deployed and may control operation of the windlass. Acoustic or optic sensors may indicate a position of the anchor chain relative to a hull. A yoke having a specially sized carabiner may be used to connect the anchor chain to a cleat.

Abstract: The invention concern a lifting arrangement, intended for the launch, retrieval and storage of small floating units on a boat, by carrying out at the same time a pivoting and a translational motion in a forwards or in a backwards direction. For easy and safe handling a floating unit at a leisure boat, it comprises a frame (6) intended to be fixed attached to the boat, a link arm system (5) including a lever (10), which through a joint (17) allows pivoting and through the influence of a control and actuator means (13), carry out a tipping action forwards and backwards, an angled lifting arm (12) with a first (12?) and a second (12?) shank, whereby the lifting arm (12) is guided during the tipping motion through interaction between a guide (20) that protrudes from the frame and a guide surface formed as a cam curve (21) formed from a downwardly facing surface of the lifting arm.

Abstract: A ship has a water flow forming path (3) formed in a bottom (2), and a propeller (6) disposed in the path (3) and a rudder (8) on a rear side of the propeller (6). A movable side of the rudder (8) faces toward a bow (1a). As a result of this, thrust increases due to generation of a rapid stream by the propeller (6) in the path (3), the propulsion performance improves and the steering performance improves because the rapid stream in the path (3) acts on the rudder (8). An outboard motor (14) may be provided with a vertical channel (13) in a stern (4) of the boat. Replacement can be made through the vertical channel (13). As the propeller (6) of the outboard motor (14) is recessed, it is possible to pull the boat onto the beach while leaving the outboard motor (14) as it is.

Abstract: A luminescent end indicating tape comprising one or more base layers and an adhesive layer is disclosed. The one or more base layers provide support to the adhesive layer, whereas the adhesive layer comprises one or more fluorescent materials that convert at least a portion of incident electromagnetic radiation to a longer output wavelength. The adhesive layer redirects at least a portion of the longer output wavelength to at least an end of the tape, such that the end is illuminated with that of at least a portion of the longer output wavelength upon the tape being exposed to incident electromagnetic radiation. Further disclosed are methods of fabricating and using the luminescent end indicating tape.

Abstract: An after-market dishwasher stats indicator has a housing and an indicator member slidable therein. The housing has left and right end openings and a rear aspect or wall to be held at the dishwasher door front and a top wall extending obliquely therefrom with a viewing window such that indicia on the indicator member is viewable through the viewing window by a user standing astride the dishwasher. The member has first and second different indicia thereon, one indicative of a clean status of the dishwasher and the other indicative of a dirty or ready to be loaded status of the dishwasher. The different indicia are separately viewable through the viewing window depending on the position of the member, such that when the rear aspect is held to the dishwasher door front, the selected indicia is viewable to a user standing astride the dishwasher door front.

Abstract: Diamond is grown on a substrate (S) from a mixture of a carbon-containing gas and hydrogen gas, by a DC plasma enhanced CVD process of applying a DC voltage between a stage electrode (12) for holding the substrate (S) and a voltage-applying electrode (13). During the step of growing diamond by applying a DC voltage, a single pulse voltage of opposite polarity to the DC voltage for diamond growth is applied between the stage electrode and the voltage-applying electrode at a predetermined timing. Diamond of quality is produced at a stable growth rate.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a silica container for pulling single crystal silicon, the silica container including a straight body portion, a curved portion, and a bottom portion, wherein the outside of the silica container is made of opaque silica glass containing gaseous bubbles, the inside of the silica container is made of transparent silica glass containing substantially no gaseous bubble, and, on the inner surface of the bottom portion, a silica glass layer containing the OH group in a concentration of more than 300 ppm by mass but 3000 ppm by mass or less, the silica glass layer having a thickness of 20 ?m or more but 1000 ?m or less, is formed. As a result, a low-cost silica container for pulling single crystal silicon, the silica container that can reduce cavity defects called voids and pinholes in pulled single crystal silicon, is provided.

Abstract: The fluidized bed processor of the present invention includes an internal filter assembly with a rack and a cartridge-type filter supported at the lower end by a bracket. The rack includes an elongated rod extending through the filter. An end cap is provided on the lower end of the rod for normal sealing engagement with the filter bracket. During normal operation of the processor, the upper and lower ends of the filter are sealed. During or after cleaning of the filter, the rack is lowered, and a spring separates the filter and support bracket from the end cap so as to create a gap for drainage of cleaning fluid.

Abstract: A metering rod assembly including a body for accommodating a metering rod insert and configured to clamp the metering rod and/or metering rod insert without the use of an auxiliary clamping device, such as a pressure tube or the like. A rod bed insert is supported in a tapered channel of a body whereby a clamping action is created during use. In another embodiment, the body includes a hinge portion that facilitates relative rotation between upper and lower jaws to create a clamping action during use.

Abstract: A modular tire spraying system includes a downdraft spray booth for receiving a tire, a fluid delivery system disposed in the spray booth, a robot for transporting the tire to the spray booth, and a platform on which each of the spray booth, the fluid delivery system, and the robot is disposed. The fluid delivery system includes at least one spray gun for delivering a coating to the tire.

Abstract: A deposition apparatus includes a substrate supporting pin that is fixed to a supporting plate through an autoalignment control unit to prevent the substrate supporting pin from being broken when loading or unloading a substrate, thereby preventing damaging the substrate and also preventing decreased yield that may result due to the breakage of the substrate supporting pin.

Abstract: A systems and method for reducing coating defects on a stent may involve a support apparatus comprising wire cage for carrying a stent. The support apparatus may have no structure that extends inside the stent. A support apparatus may include a plurality of wires that pass through the stent but do not pass through the midplane of the stent. A support apparatus may contact only the proximal ends of the stent. The method may involve keeping the stent in motion during a spray coating process to prevent the stent from having a point remain in continuous contact with a support apparatus.

Abstract: A head for dispensing a thin film of a fluid over a substrate is disclosed. The head includes a body assembly that extends between a first and a second end that is at least a width of the substrate. The body includes a main bore that is defined between the first and the second ends, the main bore connected to an upper side of a reservoir through a plurality of feeds that are defined between the main bore and the reservoir. The body also includes a plurality of outlets connected to a lower side of the reservoir and extends to an outlet slot. The plurality of feeds has a larger cross-sectional area than the plurality of outlets and the plurality of feeds are fewer than the plurality of outlets. The fluid is configured to flow through the main bore, through the plurality of feeds along the bore and fill the reservoir up to at least the threshold level before fluid is evenly output as a film out of the outlet slot onto the substrate.

Abstract: An apparatus for coating moving strip material with a metallic coating material, the apparatus including a container for holding metallic coating material, the strip running through the container during use, and including a wiping device for controlling the thickness of the coating on the strip. The container is provided with an opening for the strip leaving the container. The wiping device includes foils or sheets for producing the coating. The walls of the container forming the opening for the strip are directly coupled to the foils or sheets.

Abstract: A single axis application unit for processing a glass workpiece includes a workpiece supporting table, an applicator movable on a traveler shiftable along a first linear axis and a central suction unit that is activateable to grip the glass workpiece that travels along a second linear axis oriented generally perpendicular to the first linear axis. A central suction unit brake selectively secures the central suction unit both rotationally and translationally. The central suction unit is freely moveable both translationally and rotationally when the central suction unit brake is released. A mid-peripheral suction unit is located at a fixed location remote from the central suction unit and selectively activateable to grip the glass workpiece to hold the glass workpiece in a fixed orientation. A corner suction gripper is movable with the applicator parallel to the first linear axis, and is selectively activateable to grip the glass workpiece.

Abstract: Systems for the sustained, high-volume production of Group III-V compound semiconductor material suitable for fabrication of optic and electronic components, for use as substrates for epitaxial deposition, or for wafers. The equipment is optimized for producing Group III-N (nitrogen) compound semiconductor wafers and specifically for producing GaN wafers. The method includes reacting an amount of a gaseous Group III precursor as one reactant with an amount of a gaseous Group V component as another reactant in a reaction chamber to form the semiconductor material; removing exhaust gases including unreacted Group III precursor, unreacted Group V component and reaction byproducts; and heating the exhaust gases to a temperature sufficient to reduce condensation thereof and enhance manufacture of the semiconductor material. Advantageously, the exhaust gases are heated to sufficiently avoid condensation to facilitate sustained high volume manufacture of the semiconductor material.

Abstract: An exhaust gas processing conduit includes a main pipe and a purge pipe. The main pipe has a first sidewall and a connecting port formed on the first sidewall. The purge pipe has one end connected to the first sidewall via the connecting port. The purge pipe has a second sidewall in contact with the first sidewall at an oblique angle. A gas provided by the purge pipe is injected along the first sidewall and into the main pipe so as to guide the gas flowing along a spiral route at the oblique angle. In addition, a manufacturing apparatus and a gas flow guiding method thereof are also disclosed in the invention.

Abstract: The present invention provides a masking device for vapor deposition of organic material of an organic electroluminescent diode, including a mask frame and a plurality of divide shallow masks mounted on the mask frame. Gaps are formed between the divide shallow masks. The gap formed between two adjacent ones of the divide shallow masks is identical. The mask frame is rectangular in shape and has a central portion forming a receiving opening. The number of the divide shallow masks is determined according to width of the receiving opening of the mask frame and widths of the divide shallow masks. The overall width of all the divide shallow masks plus the widths of the gaps therebetween is greater than or equal to the width of the receiving opening. This arrangement helps realizing size enlargement of mask for vapor deposition of the diode and also facilitates vapor deposition of the organic material.

Abstract: The present invention provides a masking device for vapor deposition of organic material of an organic electroluminescent diode, which includes a mask frame, cover plates arranged at opposite end edges of the mask frame to face toward a vapor deposition side, and a mask positioned on the cover plates. The mask frame is rectangular in shape and has a central portion forming a rectangular receiving opening, whereby size of the receiving opening is variable through adjustment made on positions of the cover plates. The mask forms a plurality of openings that is uniformly distributed thereon. The masking device includes a mask that shows a uniform distribution of mass so as to avoid inconsistent timing of attraction of various zones of the mask during magnetic attraction of the mask and thus positional shift of pixel caused thereby.

Abstract: A method for supplying gas over a substrate in a reaction chamber wherein a substrate is placed on a pedestal, includes: supplying a first gas from a first side of the reaction chamber to a second side of the reaction chamber opposite to the first side; and adding a second gas to the first gas from sides of the reaction chamber other than the first side of the reaction chamber so that the second gas travels from sides of the substrate other than the first side in a downstream direction.

Abstract: A heating element includes a heating body which is directly covered at least partly with a porous sintered coating, wherein the heating body and the porous sintered coating each includes at least 90% by weight of tungsten.

Abstract: A canister includes an accommodation portion for accommodating a liquid material; an outlet pipe that is connected to the accommodation portion so as to discharge a gas material obtained by vaporizing the liquid material; a blocking cover that is connected to an upper surface of the accommodation portion; and a plurality of baffle plates that are disposed in the accommodation portion and are spaced apart from each other. The canister further includes a restrictor including a main body member that is disposed between the plurality of baffle plates and the blocking cover and is connected to an internal surface of the accommodation portion, an extension member extending from the main body member, and a through portion that is formed through the main body member and the extension member. A deposition procedure using the canister is efficiently performed and characteristics of a deposition layer are easily improved.