Abstract: A method of mapping the location of at least one object in three dimensional space, relative to an initial point in three dimensional space by an EIR terminal which contains a microprocessor, memory, a scanning device, a motion sensing device, and a communication interface. The method includes scanning a signal of decodable indicia located at a pre-defined area of a physical object, locating the decodable indicia within this signal, decoding the decodable indicia into a decoded message. The decoded message is an identifier for said physical object, which is then displayed. After receiving an interface command, the EIR terminal is placed in mechanical contact with the pre-defined area of the physical object and a first spatial position is stored as a point of origin in the EIR terminal.

Abstract: An apparatus for measuring the orientation of the longitudinal axis of a cavity comprising a signal receiver, a signal processor and analyzer and a cavity axis orientation analyzer. The signal receiver receives a reflected signal resulting from an interaction of multi-frequency irradiating signal(s) with at least one cavity. The irradiating signal may include an electromagnetic or acoustic signal above a cavity dependent cutoff frequency with a randomized or deterministic spectral component. The signal analyzer computes a power spectral density of the reflected signal. The local maxima of the power spectral density are identified and used to determine the cavity longitudinal axis orientation. The cavity may be the bore of a weapon.

Abstract: An electronic device comprises a socket having a plurality of connection terminals that accommodates a card-type external device having a corner cut-out portion, a plurality of contact pads exposed on a surface of the card-type external device that are correspondingly connected to the connection terminals in response to insertion of the card-type external device into the socket. A detection unit detects erroneous insertion of the card-type external device into the socket in response to incorrect location of the cut-out portion during the erroneous insertion. A processor outputs a control signal in response to the detected erroneous insertion of the card-type external device.

Abstract: A card reader device using a mobile and the method thereof is introduced. The mobile is adopted to supply electric power through audio output jack, and to transmit card data applied from the card reader device via microphone input jack. The card reader unit is connected to the audio jack of the mobile, and offers card data read by the card reader units via microphone input of the mobile. The card reader device comprises a contact type card reader unit to read cards with magnetic strips, and a contactless type card reader unit for contactless smart cards. The card reader device of the present invention enables and simplifies card transaction through mobile devices, and the reader is combinable with any mobiles with audio jack only.

Abstract: Pursuant to some embodiments, systems, methods, apparatus and means for operating two-part contactless card readers are provided. In some embodiments, the two-part contactless card reader is installed in association with a transaction counter, where the transaction counter has a first surface and a second surface. Pursuant to some embodiments, the device includes a customer-facing unit installed on a first surface of the transaction counter, a base unit installed on a second surface of the transaction counter, the second surface apart from the first surface, where the first surface and the second surface are separated by a substantially solid material with no aperture formed therethrough. The base unit includes electronic components for generating interrogation signals for interrogating contactless cards, the electronic components also for receiving card data signals from the contactless cards, the card data signals indicative of card data stored in the contactless cards.

Abstract: There is provided in one embodiment an apparatus having an image sensor array. In one embodiment, the image sensor array can include monochrome pixels and color sensitive pixels. The monochrome pixels can be pixels without wavelength selective color filter elements. The color sensitive pixels can include wavelength selective color filter elements.

Abstract: Provided is a QR code display object which is manufactured with a quality capable of verifying recognition of various sizes of expanded/reduced QR codes in advance and can be commercially distributed. The QR code display object displays the generated QR code in advance to be recognized from the outside, and provides an editing URL representing an editing website which is capable of editing information to be displayed on a reader when scanning the QR code, and an ID exhibiting authority to edit the information to be displayed when scanning the QR code in the editing URL.

Abstract: An image reader can include an image sensor array. An image reader in one embodiment can include an optical system capable of directing light reflected from a target onto the image sensor array. An image reader can be used for reading a dataform.

Abstract: A system for decoding an encoded symbol character associated with a product is provided. The system includes a scanning apparatus comprising a first scan source disposed within a housing, and a second scan source disposed within the housing. The second scan source comprises an operating technology distinct from an operating technology of the first scan source. The first scan source is adapted to output a first scan data set, and the second scan source is adapted to output a second scan data set. At least one of the first scan data set and the second scan data set comprises product bar code scan data.

Abstract: The invention provides systems and methods for protecting information related to personal accounts and other kinds of information displayed on personal and identification cards. In some embodiments, the invention further provides a credit card with a card portion displaying a first part of an account number and an electronically readable region. The credit card may also include a sleeve portion that holds the card portion and that may display a second part of an account number. The sleeve portion may have a window through which the first part of the account number is visible, so that the first and second parts of the account number provide a complete valid account number.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a HVAC system, a method of operating a controller of an HVAC system and a controller of an HVAC system. In one embodiment, the HVAC system includes: (1) a blower having a minimum CFM value, and (2) a controller having (2A) an interface configured to receive a desired CFM value for conditioning a zone and (2B) a processor configured to determine a total CFM value for conditioning multiple zones including the above zone based on the desired CFM value. The desired CFM value is below the minimum CFM value of the blower.

Abstract: A wireless damper control and test system comprising a wireless controller for communicating with a wireless interface using an identifier whereby actuation timing of a damper actuator is transmitted by signal, the wireless interface connected to a damper to be controlled or tested using the transmitted signal, the wireless controller transmits the signals to the wireless interface for operational verification of the damper and damper actuator, and the wireless interface detects a damper state by contacts mounted on the damper and communicates the damper state to the wireless controller.

Abstract: Portable Digital Thermostat, consist of a base unit suitable for wall mounting in a location suitable for such purpose in a manner similar to a conventional thermostat. Included in the system is a conventional rechargeable battery powered remote control unit that incorporates all aspects of a modern digital thermostat, including programming functions, clock, displays, controls and sensors. Designed to promote energy conservation and climate control where needed, this invention allow repositioning of the remote control unit any where within the building. The remote control unit allows automatic control of the HVAC system based on the temperature at any selected location without the hassle of rewiring and repositioning the base unit.

Abstract: The present subject matter relates methods and systems for operation of an HVAC system including a heat pump and a secondary energy source (electric or gas) where a utility's demand response server may issue demand response event instructions. Upon receipt of a demand response event instruction as set point for controlling the HVAC system may be changed and, upon expiration of the demand response event, the HVAC system is controlled so that operation of its secondary energy source is inhibited until recovery of the system to its user established set point is obtained.

Abstract: A water heater system that includes a first water storage tank plumbed in series with a second water storage tank, and methods for controlling such a water heater system. In some instances, and in response to a water draw, a controller may activate both a first heat source associated with a first water storage tank and a second heat source associated for a second water storage tank. This rapid turn-on control may help reduce a drop in water temperature in the first water storage tank that might otherwise occur. The controller may also increase the setpoint temperature of the first water storage tank and/or the second water storage tank in response to a water draw.

Abstract: A ballastless track system comprises a base; a track slab arranged above the base; a poured-field layer arranged between the base and the track slab, the poured-field layer being formed by filling self-compacting concrete, emulsified asphalt cement mortar or resin mortar, and the inside of the poured-field layer being of a steel bar structure; a connecting piece, the first end of the connecting piece extending into the track slab, and the second end of the connecting piece extending into the poured-field layer; and two rows of rail-seat arranged on the track slab in parallel; and rails arranged on the rail-seat. The ballastless track system is high in reliability, good in durability, and easy in construction and maintenance.

Abstract: A vehicle extraction device includes a track for insertion between a wheel of the vehicle and soft ground below the wheel. A ground-penetration head is connected to a leading end of the traction track. The ground-penetration head includes a plate for placement on an outer perimeter surface of the wheel and a fastening mechanism for attaching the plate to the wheel. Attaching the ground-penetration head to the wheel with the leading end facing an intended direction of rotation of the wheel and rotation of the wheel in the intended direction may insert the ground-penetration head and the track between the outer perimeter surface and the soft ground.

Abstract: A fastener apparatus for a railroad rail and tie includes a yoke plate support frame and a yoke plate. The yoke plate support frame includes opposing securing arms coupled by a perpendicular yoke plate support. The opposing securing arms are spaced apart to detachably seat the yoke plate support over the railroad tie. Attachment tabs extend above the perpendicular yoke plate support from the opposing securing arms. The yoke plate includes a first plate extending along a first plane, a second plate extending out from an edge of the first plate and along a second plane which is at a different angle from the first plane, and yoke plate attachment tabs coupled to the first plate and the second plate. The yoke plate attachment tabs are configured to detachably couple the yoke plate to the yoke plate support frame through the attachment tabs of the opposing securing arms.

Abstract: Reloadable devices can dispense, from a single device, multiple sprays that can vary in composition and/or in dose.

Abstract: A system, including a gravity fed container assembly, including a container, a lid configured to cover a chamber in the spray coating supply container, wherein the chamber is configured to hold a spray material, a filter assembly within the chamber and configured to filter the spray material in the chamber, and a valve coupled to the filter assembly and configured to open when the container couples to a spray device, wherein the valve is configured to move the filter assembly from a first position to a second position, wherein the first position blocks the filter assembly from filtering the spray material and the second position enables filtering of the spray material.

Abstract: An ultrasonic dispersion system for dispersing fluid collected from a wellbore during hydrocarbon production is disclosed. The system comprises a holding tank for containing a fluid collection; a fluid intake in communication with the holding tank for input of fluid collected from a wellbore; and an air intake in communication with the holding tank. An ultrasonic generator bank positioned in the holding tank for contact with the fluid collection is used for particlizing the fluid collection to generate an air/particle mixture with the air input into the holding tank. The ultrasonic generator bank comprises an ultrasonic source positioned below the surface of the fluid collection for particlizing at least a portion of the fluid collection; a power source for providing power to the ultrasonic generator bank; and an outlet in an upper region of the holding tank for exhausting the air/particle mixture from the holding tank.

Abstract: A system and method delivers an atomized solution to the interior volume of a building or room utilizing a venturi effect for the atomization.

Abstract: A device to shoot water into the air for a water display is described. The configuration of the shooter allows a stream of water to be shot out that contains reduced or no air exiting the device with the water, which provides a non-frothy appearance. The device may control the velocity of the water being shot by the device so that unique visual effects may be achieved, including an effect where a volume of water is suspended in the air.

Abstract: A water spraying system includes an engine, a pump driven by the engine, the pump including a pump inlet configured to be fluidly coupled to a water source and a pump outlet providing water at an increased water pressure, a sprayer fluidly coupled to the pump outlet, the sprayer including a flow restriction valve, a trigger for operating the flow restriction valve, and a wireless transmitter configured to transmit a wireless start signal indicating release of the flow restriction valve, a wireless receiver, and a controller coupled to the wireless receiver, wherein the wireless receiver receives the wireless start signal from the wireless transmitter and in response the controller activates the pump by starting the engine.

Abstract: The invention relates to systems and methods for the safe operation of water blasting guns. The invention provides systems and methods for ensuring that a component of a water blasting gun can withstand the operating pressure of the gun. Aspects of the invention include a color-coding system for water blasting gun safety; tools for the proper assembly of a water blasting guns; gun components having a safety code; and computer systems for asset-tracking, job safety analysis, and instruction that promote the safe use of water blasting guns.

Abstract: A system and method for the packaging of a synthetic jet actuator is disclosed. A synthetic jet actuator is provided that includes a first plate, a second plate spaced apart from the first plate and arranged parallelly thereto, and a housing positioned about the first and second plates and defining a chamber. The housing includes at least one orifice therein such that the chamber is in fluid communication with an external environment. The synthetic jet actuator also includes a mounting mechanism configured to mount the first and second plates within the housing in a suspended arrangement and an actuator element coupled to at least one of the first and second plates to selectively cause deflection thereof, thereby changing a volume within the chamber so that a series of fluid vortices are generated and projected to the external environment out from the at least one orifice of the housing.

Abstract: The invention relates to an underground liftable low-flow sprinkler comprises: a subterranean cylindrical housing arranged under the ground and having a first and second containing room with different diameter and a lifting tube being storable in the first containing room and a low-flow sprinkler being storable in the second containing room. The low-flow sprinkler provides a screw tube screwing on an upper end of the lifting tube for lifting together. When the water is sent into a water inlet, the lifting tube in the first containing room is moved upward by water force. The low-flow sprinkler then extends out from the second containing room and the water flows through a nozzle, swinging base and other components to circularly sprinkle an annular region. The present invention has low flow and uniform sprinkle characteristics to achieve an ease of use and water conservation effects.

Abstract: The invention relates to a shield assembly of low-flow sprinkler comprises: a support body, a low-flow sprinkler assembly arranged in the support body and a plurality of shield units sequentially combined to form an arc-shaped shield to be easily installed on the low-flow sprinkler and convenience to adjust sprinkling orientation for the required sprinkling area and to increase or decrease the number of shield units for adjusting the sprinkling angle in order to enhance sprinkling orientation and angle precision.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sanitary insert part (1) having an insert housing (2), which (2) includes in a housing interior thereof a functional element (3) that controls throughflow and that has at least one throughflow orifice (4). The insert part according to the invention is characterized in that at least one throughflow opening (4) is delimited by a peripheral wall, the shape of which can be changed against a restoring force as a result of the pressure of the inflowing water in such a manner that the at least one throughflow orifice (4) has a variable orifice cross section which can be changed, in dependence on the pressure of the inflowing water, between an open position and a minimized position having a reduced orifice cross section by comparison.

Abstract: A fuel injector, including a valve insert and a plug extrusion coating, is described, the valve insert including a valve seat and a valve housing. The valve housing has an alignment device, which is equipped to align the valve insert in an injection molding die, and the plastic extrusion coating has a second alignment device which is equipped to align the fuel injector during assembly in an internal combustion engine.

Abstract: An injection nozzle (1), especially an injection orifice for an internal combustion engine, comprises a body (2) in which a nozzle needle (7) is displaceably guided; a pressure chamber (5) which communicates with a feed borehole (4) and via a passage with a spray chamber (6), wherein the passage (9) comprises a needle seat (9?) for cooperation with a needle tip (8) of the nozzle needle (7); and at least one injection orifice (10) via which the spray chamber (6) communicates with the outside of the body (2). The at least one injection orifice has a substantially bottleneck-like inner contour with at least one pre-chamber (14) which opens at one end with an inlet opening (13) into the spray chamber (6); and a guide channel (17) which is connected to the other end of the at least one pre-chamber (14) and communicates via an outlet opening (18) with the outside (dome) of the body (2).

Abstract: A connecting element for fuel injection systems is used for connecting a fuel injector to a fuel-carrying component. A connecting part is provided, which is fastened on the one side on a shoulder of the fuel-carrying component and, on the other side, on a shoulder of the fuel injector. For this purpose, the connecting part is developed at least partially as a pot spring. A fuel injection system having such a connecting element is also indicated.

Abstract: A connecting element for fuel injection systems is used for connecting a fuel injector to a fuel-carrying component. For this purpose, the connecting element has a base body, which is connected on the one side in a form-locking manner to the fuel-carrying component and on the other side is connected in a form-locking manner to the fuel injector. The base body is developed as a bracket-shaped base body, the base body having a first arm, a second arm and a connecting web. The base body abuts on a first contact surface, which is provided on the first arm, on the one side against the fuel-carrying component and on a second contact surface, which is provided on the second arm, on the other side against the fuel injector. An elastic decoupling is provided between the first contact surface and the second contact surface. Furthermore, a fuel injection system having a fuel-carrying component, a fuel injector and such a connecting element is indicated.

Abstract: A common rail fuel injector includes a control valve member unattached to, but trapped between, a push pin and a seat of an injector body. The push pin has a head that includes a contact surface and a crown that includes a stop surface. An air gap surface of an armature is located between a top of the head and the stop surface of the crown when the contact surface of the push pin is in contact with the armature. The stop surface of the crown is located between an air gap plane of a stator assembly and the air gap surface of the armature. The push pin, the armature and the control valve member are movable among a rest configuration, an injection configuration, and an over travel configuration.

Abstract: In one aspect, a fuel injector includes an injector body that defines a fuel inlet, a drain outlet and a nozzle outlet. A direct operated check valve is positioned in the injector body and includes a needle valve member with an opening hydraulic surface exposed to fluid pressure in a nozzle supply passage, and a closing hydraulic surface exposed to fluid pressure in a needle control chamber. The needle valve member is movable between a first position at which the nozzle supply passage is blocked to the nozzle outlet, and a second position at which the nozzle supply passage is open to the nozzle outlet. A needle control valve is positioned in the injector body and includes a control valve member movable between a first position at which the needle control chamber is fluidly connected to the drain outlet, and a second position at which the needle control chamber is fluidly blocked to the drain outlet.

Abstract: A method of forming a patterned photoresist layer having a hydrophobic surface is provided. The method includes forming a photoresist layer on a substrate and image patterning. The photoresist layer may comprise a polymeric material. The imaged photoresist layer may then undergo a two-stage post-exposure bake. A surface treatment may be performed on the photoresist layer in between the two-stage post-exposure bake. The surface treatment may include applying a siloxane solution on a partially post-exposure baked photoresist layer. The post-exposure baked photoresist layer may then be developed to form the patterned photoresist layer. The method may be used to form a hydrophobic photoimageable nozzle plate of a micro-fluid ejection head having improved mechanical properties and stable hydrophobic properties.

Abstract: A nozzle head for emitting a spray jet of an application agent is configured such that a volumetric flow of the application agent can be applied by the spray jet, and such that the spray jet will be substantially flat and have a jet width that is a dependency of the volumetric flow of the application agent. The nozzle head comprises two outer plates and a middle plate that is disposed between the two outer plates and that includes a front edge on a spraying side of the nozzle head. The front edge of the middle plate includes a predetermined contour. The middle plate includes first and second outer tips on respective first and second sides of the middle plate, the outer tips protruding in a spraying direction. Further, the middle plate includes a recess in a middle portion of the middle plate.

Abstract: The MICRO-ELECTRONIC MISTING DEVICE is an attachable/detachable portably powered sensor activated misting device. A mist is delivered from a nozzle apparatus once a distance and delay calibrated sensor module triggers a micro-electronic air/water pump motor. The sensor is activated by a user's proximity to the sensor. The configured sensor and motor pump apparatus sets inside a housing designed to fasten/twist onto common or specially designed containers.

Abstract: An electrostatic atomizing apparatus is provided with a discharge electrode, a water feeder for supplying water to the electrode, and a high voltage supply configured to generate a high intensity electric field to electrostatically atomize the water supplied to the discharge electrode. The electrode and the high voltage supply are held by an identical circuit substrate.

Abstract: A coffee-measurement apparatus (60) and related methods for precisely measuring and displaying the weight of ground coffee to be used for preparing espresso shots and espresso-based beverages. The coffee-measurement apparatus (60) includes a portafilter platform (80) positionable directly below an output portion (116) of a coffee-grinding apparatus (100). The portafilter platform (80) is coupled to a weight-measurement device (20) as well as to a display (66) so the net weight of the ground coffee in a basket (52) of a portafilter (50) resting on the portafilter platform may be measured and displayed. In some embodiments, the coffee-measurement apparatus (60) may be configured to automatically start the coffee-grinding mechanism (130) of the coffee-grinding apparatus (100) and to stop it when a desired weight of ground coffee has been dispensed into the basket (52) by utilizing an electronic connection and/or an electromechanical actuator (140) communicatively coupled to the coffee-measurement apparatus (60).

Abstract: A method and a device for the cold mechanical production of organic fibrous materials or granular materials. At least one load having organic material containing fibers is introduced into an interior (2) of a device (1) for breaking up the materials via an impact loading. During operation, the at least one load is broken up, in the interior (2), via an impact loading. Following processing, an organic fibrous material or an organic granular material is removed from the interior (2).

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for treating waste in a mechanical or mechanical-biological waste treatment plant, comprising the following steps of: introducing waste-into the waste treatment plant at least one input point, homogenizing the waste by way of at least one agitator, determining the consistency of the waste in the waste treatment plant, adding water or waste which has a higher water content than the waste in the waste treatment plant in a first scenario, or removal of water or addition of waste having a lower water content in another scenario, transporting the introduced waste to at least one output point, removing the waste. The waste treatment plant is subdivided into at least two zones and in each zone the consistency of the waste is regulated separately by the input of waste and/or addition or removal of water.

Abstract: A classifier including a housing, a body, a vane assembly, and an outlet. The housing extends along a longitudinal axis between opposing first and second ends, and includes a lower portion provided at the first end and including an inlet, an upper portion provided at the second end and including a reclaim outlet, and an intermediate portion provided between the upper and lower portions. The body is disposed within the housing that defines a chamber therebetween. The vane assembly includes a plurality of blades and is provided between an outer surface of the body and an inner surface of the intermediate portion dividing the chamber into first and second chambers. The outlet is provided at the second end and is fluidly connected to the second chamber to allow fine particles separated from coarse particles to flow through the outlet. The reclaim outlet is fluidly connected with the second chamber and a pulverizer to allow coarse particles separated from the fluid flow to be directed back to the pulverizer.

Abstract: A roller jaw crusher system including an elongated roller that rotates normally about a center axis, and a movable breaking plate configured to define a gradually smaller gap between the breaking plate and the roller, wherein the movable breaking plate is configured to rise upward and descend in both a downward direction and a direction toward the elongated roller to break a frangible material captured between the elongated roller and the movable breaking plate.

Abstract: In a food processing device, an adjustable food processing tool includes a central hub having a fixed blade and an articulating blade extending outwardly therefrom. The articulating blade is adjustable relative to a pitch of the blade between substantially vertical and horizontal positions. An external adjustment assembly is disposed on a base unit of the food processing device for adjusting the pitch of the articulating blade, wherein the pitch of the articulating blade can be adjusted while a food processing procedure is being conducted. The adjustable food processing tool is configurable between a chopping configuration and a stir configuration, thereby providing for a single food processing tool that can be used for a multitude of food processing functions.

Abstract: The invention is a movable shredder for metal materials that comprises a movable assembly (1) and a drive unit (2), so that the movable assembly (1) shreds the metal material into fragments by means of a shredding element (7), and the drive unit (2) supplies energy to the movable assembly (1), said energy is used by the shredding element (7) to shred said metal material into fragments, wherein comprises a frame (3) and a system of caterpillar tracks (4) which make the movable assembly (1) movable. The movable assembly (1) comprises a feeding conveyor belt (11), a dosing roller (6), the shredding element (7), a metal extraction conveyor belt (8) and an outgoing conveyor belt (9).

Abstract: An ice shaving machine includes a drive unit, a limit plate secured on the drive unit, and a shaving frame detachably combined with the limit plate. The drive unit includes a rotation disk. The limit plate has a through hole and a plurality of locking grooves. The shaving frame has a receiving chamber and a shaving blade. The shaving frame has a connecting lug detachably locked onto the limit plate. The connecting lug has a passage connected to the receiving chamber and has a plurality of locking pieces that are detachably locked in the locking grooves of the limit plate. Thus, the shaving frame can be rotated to remove from the limit plate so that the shaving frame is detached and cleaned easily and conveniently.

Abstract: A food processor includes a bowl with a removable lid. Food items are advanced into the bowl through a feed tube formed in the lid where they are cut by a blade assembly. A rotating disk is adjustable relative to the blade assembly to vary the thickness of the food items cut by the blade assembly. A user-operated pin is positioned below the rotating disk and is moveable between a first position in which the rotating disk is prevented from moving upwardly and downwardly, and a second position in which the rotating disk is permitted to move upwardly and downwardly.

Abstract: The present application relates to a lid (3) for a food processor (1). The lid is releasably attachable to a container (3) to enclose a food processing tool unit (4) which is operated by a drive unit (5). The lid (3) has a drive unit mount (28) to releasably mount a drive unit (5) to the lid (3), an attachment element to releasably attach the lid (3) to a container (2), and a locking element operable to engage a container (2) attached to the lid (3) when a drive unit (5) is mounted to the lid (3). Therefore, detachment of the lid (3) from a container (2) is prevented by the locking element when a drive unit (5) is mounted to the lid (3). The present application also relates to a food processor (1).

Abstract: A grinding mill comprising an essentially horizontally oriented, rotatable drum, a support bearing supporting the drum, and a riding ring connecting the drum to the support bearing is provided. The drum has a circumferential wall having a first end and a second end, a first end wall arranged at the first end of the circumferential wall, and a second end wall arranged at the second end of the circumferential wall. The riding ring is integrally formed with the first end wall.