Abstract: A fuel air mixer includes a fuel air mixing tube having an inlet, an outlet, and an inlet inner diameter. A collar is attached at the mixing tube inlet and includes a first cylindrical portion upstream of the mixing tube inlet, and a body portion encircling the mixing tube at the mixing tube inlet and forming a fuel reservoir around the mixing tube inlet. The first cylindrical portion is spaced from the mixing tube inlet to create a gap placing the fuel reservoir in fluid communication with the mixing tube inlet. The first cylindrical portion has an inner diameter that is smaller than the inlet inner diameter so air flowing through the first cylindrical portion and into the mixing tube inlet draws gaseous fuel from the fuel reservoir into the mixing tube through the gap.

Abstract: An adjustable ignition plug, with one or more variable electrodes, and a method to adjust the electrode gap spacing based on various engine operating parameters. This better enables the reliable ignition of the air-fuel mixture in a cylinder of a direct-injection internal combustion engine under various engine operating conditions.

Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment, an ignition coil assembly includes an ignition coil cover, a boot, and an ignition coil. The ignition coil cover includes a plurality of fins, an opening, and a channel. The boot includes a slotted opening and a centralized orifice and is configured to be disposed within the opening of the ignition coil cover. The ignition coil includes a seat and a tab. The ignition coil is configured to be disposed within the centralized orifice. The seat is capable of supporting the ignition coil within the centralized orifice of the boot. The tab is configured to be inserted into the slotted opening and the channel when the ignition coil is disposed within the centralized office and the boot is disposed within the opening.

Abstract: To meet stringent emission standards and improve performance of two-stroke crankcase-scavenged engines, the muffler (13) of the engine is provided with mixing means (130, 31) for mixing the exhaust gases (42) resulting from the mixture participating in combustion and gases resulting from scavenging, so that a substantially homogenous gaseous mixture is formed within the muffler (13), and means (81) for sensing oxygen concentration is located in the homogeneous gaseous mixture and are configured to provide an output value to a control unit (80) for controlling supply of fuel to the engine and thereby the air-fuel ratio in the combustion chamber (41). The muffler (13) suitably is provided with a catalytic element (140), preferably a three-way catalyst. The engine (1) preferably is a stratified charge engine.

Abstract: An elongated electromagnetic railgun (1) adapted to propel a moving armature (30) through a bore (11) along the length of the railgun (1) from its breech end (21) to its muzzle end (22). The railgun (1) comprises two elongated mechanically rigid electrically conductive barrel sections (13), said sections (13) being spaced apart from each other along the length of the railgun (1). Mechanically coupled via a dielectric (18) to each barrel section (13) is an elongated current carrying rail (14) for providing electromagnetic propulsive force to the armature (30). The two rails (14) face each other across an elongated open channel, defining the bore (11). The two barrel sections (13) are electrically connected to each other at a maximum of one location of the railgun (1).

Abstract: In some embodiments, a connector attaches to an axle of an archery bow and comprises a cable terminal. The connector comprises a first body portion made from a first material and a second body portion made from a second material different from the first material. The first body portion defines an aperture therethrough arranged to engage the axle. The second body portion has a groove extending around at least a portion of its periphery, forming a teardrop shape. In some embodiments, the connector is configured to snap-fit onto an axle and be removable without tools.

Abstract: In at least one embodiment, an archery bow includes a rotatable member comprising a cam track, a capstan and a terminal. A drawstring extends from the first rotatable member. A power cable is attached to the terminal and extends away from the rotatable member. The power cable comprises an elongate straight portion located near the rotatable member, a capstan portion in contact with said capstan and a terminal portion in contact with said terminal. In a brace condition, the power cable wraps around the capstan in a first rotational direction as the power cable is traversed from the elongate straight portion to the terminal portion. When the bow is drawn from the brace condition, the rotatable member rotates in a second rotational direction that is opposite the first rotational direction.

Abstract: A paintball gun generally comprising a body split into an upper portion and a lower portion is provided. The split body allows exposure of internal components for access, service and/or maintenance. In an embodiment, the paintball gun preferably includes a valve assembly fixedly secured within the body. In an embodiment, the paintball gun preferably includes a barrel adapter for engaging a barrel, with the barrel adapter secured within the body by a gripping piece. A method of servicing a paintball gun is also provided.

Abstract: A portable camping and survival stove includes a stand comprising a pair of flat stock lower cross-members adjoined via a complementary slot in each member, each lower cross-member having a lower edge and a pair of double tabs spaced apart on an upper edge configured to secure on a shelf there between a lower edge of a rigid container. The disclosed stove also includes a cook top comprising a pair of flat stock upper cross-members adjoined via a complementary slot in each member, each upper cross-member having an upper to cooking edge and a pair of double tabs spaced apart on a lower edge configured to secure on a shelf there between an upper edge of the rigid container. Furthermore, the rigid container may be a discarded can or a collapsible four-sided container for flammable material and include holes for air flow in a bottom and at least one side thereof.

Abstract: A portable cooking station device is disclosed that allows users to cook food outside, over a fire, and supports large quantities of food and multiple pots and pans at the same time. The cooking station device comprises a base unit, a pair of vertical poles, and a horizontal bar secured between the pair of vertical poles for retaining cooking equipment. The base unit is configured to be placed directly over a fire pit. The pair of vertical poles are secured to the opposing sides of the base unit, and can comprise hooks for retaining cooking equipment. The horizontal bar can comprise S-shaped hooks for hanging cooking equipment. A rotisserie bar can be secured between the pair of vertical poles, below the horizontal bar, and a grate can be axially attached to one of the vertical poles to allow it to swivel out across the fire pit when in use.

Abstract: A heating device may comprise a control assembly having a self-contained, on board power supply. A control unit may control the operation of the heater and the power supply may comprise a first power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the first power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device; and, a second power source in electrical communication with the control unit, wherein the control unit controls the operation of the second power source to selectively supply electrical power to at least a portion of the heating device.

Abstract: According to various aspects, exemplary embodiments are disclosed of direct fired heaters including premix burner technology and/or feed forward control loop modulation via inlet air temperature.

Abstract: A venting system includes a venting pipe comprising a chase through a structure. The chase includes a first end positioned adjacent an appliance installation, a second end exiting a structure and a third end adjacent another appliance. A vent tube comprising a sealed non-corrosive material is provided in the chase between the second end and the third end, itself coupled to a high efficiency appliance. The vent tube has a first end and a second end and is positioned between the second end of the venting pipe and the third end of the venting pipe. The vent tube is coupled to a first appliance and the venting pipe is coupled to a second appliance. A vent cap is coupled to the second end of the first vent tube and to the second end of the venting pipe.

Abstract: Gas burner of the type having a cup of the burner accommodating at least one injector for fuel gas, a head of the burner coupled to the cup and including at least one distribution chamber for a first circumferential flame spreader, a mixing chamber for mixing primary air and fuel gas to set up a fuel mixture, the mixing chamber being fluidically connected to the cup and an injector; a duct for transferring the fuel mixture from the mixing chamber into the distribution chamber, and inflow duct of the primary air from the outer environment inside the cup of the burner, as well as a separating element of the transferring duct of the fuel mixture from the inflow duct of the primary air, wherein the separating element could be tightly constrained to the head, or cup of the burner.

Abstract: Methods and systems for solar water heating are provided herein. A modular pipe system for a solar water heater is provided in one embodiment. The system includes a plurality of first manifolds which are interchangeably connectable to any other first manifold. The system also includes a plurality of second manifolds which are interchangeably connectable to any other second manifold. The system further includes a plurality of pipe panels which are interchangeably connectable to any other panel, any first manifold, and any second manifold. Connecting the first manifolds and the second manifolds end to end expands the system along a first axis, and connecting a plurality of panels expands the system along a second axis perpendicular to the first axis.

Abstract: A device for using solar energy to heat air. The device can include a hot air panel having a box. The box can include a glazing, a collection plate, and a base layer. The collection plate can be disposed between the glazing and the base layer so as to define a first chamber and a second chamber. The first chamber can be an insulation chamber that can hold air within the box. The second chamber can be a flow chamber that allows air to flow through the box. The box can be further associated with a temperature detection device and a fan.

Abstract: A solar light reflecting plate used for a light condensing and heat collecting device which includes a solar light reflecting plate that reflects and condenses solar light and a heat collecting tube that receives the solar light condensed by the solar light reflecting plate and is heated by the condensed solar light, wherein the solar light reflecting plate includes at least a rolled substrate, a surface roughness of a solar light reflecting surface that is an outermost surface and that reflects solar light is 0.02 ?m to 1.0 ?m in terms of arithmetic mean roughness Ra, and the solar light reflecting plate is disposed so that an angle between a rolling direction of the substrate and a longitudinal direction of the heat collecting tube is 80° to 100°.

Abstract: Methods and systems for pretreating lignocellulosic biomass are disclosed. An acid solution between 1% to 1.6% sulfuric acid is applied to the biomass. The biomass is subjected to an elevated temperature to cause the production of xylose, glucose, and furfural. Adjustments to temperature, acid concentration, and time can generate at least 80% or 90% of theoretical xylose, 45% or 50% of the theoretical glucose, and less than 4000 ppm of furfural in the xylose liquor. A portion of the resulting xylose liquor may be separated from the glucan solids. The xylose liquor, still highly acidic, can be recycled to reduce subsequent acid loading requirements. Makeup acid solution is added to the xylose liquor and subsequent biomass to ensure a proper solids to liquids ratio. The biomass is again treated to higher temperatures to yield sugars. The process may be repeated for each subsequent cycle.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described for processing cellulosic and lignocellulosic materials into useful intermediates and products, such as energy and fuels. For example, conveying systems and methods, such as highly efficient vibratory conveyors, are described for the processing of the cellulosic and lignocellulosic materials.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises a detector, a pressure sensor and a processor. The detector is operable to detect light that is scattered by an aerosol that is associated with a pressure. The pressure sensor is operable to measure the pressure. The processor is coupled to the detector and to the pressure sensor, and is configured to receive at least a signal from the detector and the pressure sensor. The processor is further configured to use the received signals to calculate a volume of the first aerosol, and to output an output signal associated with the calculated volume. The various measurements can be repeated and compared, and the output signal can be a feedback signal for metering subsequent amounts of the aerosol, based on the comparison.

Abstract: Various embodiments of mouthpieces for use during endoscopic procedures are disclosed herein. According to various embodiments, a mouthpiece may include a shield, a primary instrument channel, a bite block, an oxygen administration channel and a tongue depressor. The shield, bite block, oxygen administration channel and tongue depressor may be integrally formed.

Abstract: The device is a portable inhalers. It is an electronic device that uses air pressure to deliver, flavor, aroma and possibly active elements utilizing air pressure, airflow and room temperature volatilization or vaporization. It has a ducted blower to blow room temperature air through a filter embedded with liquid, powder, paste or other source material. The user would insert the nozzle into the nose or mouth and inhale to enjoy the aroma and to receive the benefits of active elements.

Abstract: Apparatus for relieving dyspnoea in an ambulatory exercising subject comprises a housing to be worn on the subject, and within which a variable speed air blower motor is located for delivering an air supply to the subject through a mouthpiece at a pressure similar to average intrinsic positive end-expiratory pressure of the subject. A pressure transducer in the mouthpiece monitors the pressure during breathing cycles of the subject, and a control circuit determines the average intrinsic positive end-expiratory pressure of the subject over five breathing cycles. The control circuit operates the air blower motor for delivering the air supply to the subject at a pressure similar to the determined average intrinsic positive end-expiratory pressure.

Abstract: A headgear or headgear segments are manufactured to shape thereby producing little or no waste material. Techniques such as knitting, braiding, crocheting, and 3D printing can be used produce the headgear.

Abstract: A cannula support assembly capable of supporting a nasal cannula that delivers oxygen or other gas or gas mixtures to a user is disclosed. The assembly has a plurality of retention clips into which cannula tubes are inserted and retained in a manner so as not to interfere or cause discomfort to a user. The front support assembly housing has a left and a right depression that lowers housing elements well below the line-of-sight of the user so that his or her vision is not impaired when using the assembly. The depressions also allow for the user to wear eyeglasses in conjunction with using the assembly.

Abstract: Intravaginal drug delivery devices, including intravaginal rings, are provided herein. The devices include a reservoir of at least one vaginally administrable drug wherein the reservoir is surrounded at least in part by a hydrophilic elastomer. The devices are capable of exhibiting a substantially zero order release profile of drug over extended periods of time. Also disclosed are methods for making the devices and methods of using the devices to prevent or treat a biological condition.

Abstract: Snoring and obstructive sleep apnea are mitigated or controlled by restricting head movement during sleep. A headgear is disclosed with extensions at the rear of the headgear which impedes or blocks sleeping with the head in the supine position. Supine head position during sleep is a leading cause of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. A sleep headgear is equipped with one or more extensions at the rear of the cap so that sleep in the supine position is uncomfortable. Straps are attached and extend from both sides of the headgear. The straps may be located in back of and/or in front of the ears and are fastened under the chin to hinder rotation, movement or removal of the headgear during sleep.

Abstract: A post-surgery, high-back, compression garment is described for post-operatively immobilizing surgically corrected tissues to ensure proper healing and provide molded gluteal-shaping power-net domes that preserve desired anatomic curvature enhancements and corrections in the gluteal regions of the human body during convalescence following contouring gluteoplasty procedures.

Abstract: A device for filling cigarette tubes that can be designed and used manually, partially automatically, or, fully automatically for packing cigarette tubes with a metered, precise amount of tobacco that leads to a consistent filling of the tube to an even and complete density such that the burning rate and continuity are consistently the same, regardless of the cut of tobacco being used, or of moisture content of the tobacco, and, independent of operator control variables.

Abstract: A knockdownable, odorless, and smokeless vaporizer kit that vaporizes materials to inhale without igniting the materials so as to reduce harmful effects of burning the materials by eliminating inhalation of combustion by-products of the materials by preventing ignition and combustion of the materials. The kit includes an enclosure and a heat source. The enclosure contains the materials. The heat source heats the enclosure to vaporize the materials contained within the enclosure without igniting the materials so as to reduce the harmful effects of burning the materials by eliminating inhalation of combustion by-products of the materials by preventing ignition and combustion of the materials.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an electronic smoking article that provides for improved aerosol delivery. Particularly, the article comprises a wicking element useful for improving delivery of aerosol precursor to a heating element. In particular, the wick can take on a brush-like configuration. The present disclosure further relates to methods of forming an aerosol in a smoking article.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette is provided, comprising a hollow jacket tube and a support tube, a heating component, an atomization component and a battery component provided in the jacket tube successively, it also comprises a cigarette holder cover engaged with the support tube, and the jacket tube, the cigarette holder cover and the support tube are in the same axis. The electronic cigarette of the present invention can prevent the cigarette holder cover from popping up and avoid oil leak when smoking, as well as reducing the manufacturing cost.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette is provided, which comprises a hollow jacket tube and a support tube, a heating component, an atomization component and a battery component provided in the jacket tube successively, it also comprises a cigarette holder cover, the cigarette holder cover and the jacket tube are connected by a fastener, the jacket tube, the cigarette holder cover and the support tube are in the same axis. The electronic cigarette of the present invention can prevent the cigarette holder cover popping up and avoid oil lead when smoking, as well as reducing the manufacturing cost.

Abstract: An atomizing device of an electronic cigarette includes an atomizing sleeve, an air pipe located in the atomizing sleeve, a heating assembly arranged on the air pipe, a heating assembly fixing base fixing and supporting the heating assembly, a metallic sleeve supporting the heating assembly fixing base, and a sealing cover. The sealing cover and the heating assembly fixing base are respectively located at two opposite ends of the air pipe. The atomizing sleeve, the air pipe, the sealing cover, the heating assembly fixing base, and the metallic sleeve cooperatively define a sealed tobacco solution reserving space without a reservoir cotton received therein. An electronic cigarette using the atomizing device is also provided.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition and administration apparatus includes a portable powered vaporizer with a mouthpiece, smokeless vaporizing element, and a removable chamber. The chamber contains a composition comprising tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD), FCC grade ethanol, flavoring, pharmaceutical grade nicotine, USP grade aqueous glycerine, USP/EP grade propylene glycol, and USP grade vegetable glycerine. In various formulas the THC may be at concentrations of 1-30%, 30-60% and 60-99%, while CBD concentrations may be 0-15% including other cannabinoids derived from extraction.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette includes a battery assembly and an atomizer assembly within a housing with the battery assembly electrically connected to the atomizer assembly. The housing has one or more air inlets. A liquid storage component is in contact with a porous component of the atomizer assembly, with the porous component having a run-through hole. A heating wire is in an air flow path through the run-through hole.

Abstract: An additive release assembly, a filter for a smoking article, a smoking article and a method of manufacturing An additive release assembly (20) for a smoking article (10), comprising: a web (22) comprising a first sheet of material, and one or more discrete quantities of additive coupled to the first sheet material. The assembly is configured to permit selective release of the quantities of additive.

Abstract: A smoking article filter (3) comprises an additive-containing member (2) to selectively release additive inside the filter and an additive-transfer member (5) to transfer additive released from the additive-containing member to the periphery of the filter to indicate that the additive has been released.

Abstract: A dry shampoo applicator that includes a base brush that includes a dome top, a plurality of nubs that are hollow and disperse a plurality of dry shampoo powder out of a plurality of alternating nubs, the dry shampoo powder is stored in the base brush, the alternating nubs are disposed on the bottom of the base brush and a dispense button disposed on the top portion of the dome top. The dry shampoo applicator also includes an air compression device that provides air pressure to the dry shampoo powder when the dispense button is depressed to facilitate dispersing the dry shampoo powder and a removable refill screw to allow the dry shampoo powder to be refilled and added to the base brush of the dry shampoo applicator.

Abstract: A device for applying first and second makeup material to a skin surface as well as a method for applying a first and second makeup material using a device is provided in accordance with the disclosure. The device includes a template body and an absorbent backing attached to the rear side of the template body. The backing is compressible and dimensioned to conform to the contours of a skin surface, such as the area below the eye and proximate the cheek. The template body includes an upper edge which, when contacted with the skin surface, screens adjacent skin surfaces areas. A first makeup material may then be applied above the upper edge while a second makeup material is released to the skin area below the upper edge as the backing is pressed against the skin surface. The template may then be removed and the first and second makeup materials may then be blended together to create a desired ornamental effect.

Abstract: A hairpiece for positioning on a person's head and augmenting her natural hair includes a first layer of material having a plurality of hair strands attached thereto. A second layer of material has a plurality of hair strands stylized in a different manner than the hair strands attached to the first layer. The first and second layers are attached to each other. The hairpiece can be worn in a first position in which the second layer is adjacent to the wearer's head and the plurality of hair strands attached to the first layer extend outwardly from the wearer's head. When desired the hairpiece can be removed from the wearer's head and inverted so that the first layer is adjacent to the wearer's head and the hair strands on the second layer extend outwardly from the wearer's head.

Abstract: A decorative element includes a base element configured as a support element with at least one of wire-formed and thread formed pins arranged thereon with at least one of ornamental elements, decorative elements and utility elements, wherein the support element comprises a multi-component formed element at least partially configured as at least one of a partial sphere and a partial rotational element that includes bore holes arranged over a circumference of the at least one of the sphere and the rotational element for receiving the pins, wherein one of the pins is inserted through a bore hole and fixed relative to the formed element.

Abstract: A clipping device includes a first clip jaw, a second clip jaw and a spring unit. Each clip jaw has a retaining seat, a restricting slab, and a crevice formed between these. An edge surface of the retaining seat extends to form a flange. The spring unit is disposed in the retaining seats of the first clip jaw and the second clip jaw. The flange of the first clip jaw is movably disposed in the crevice of the second clip jaw, and the flange of the second clip jaw is movably disposed in the crevice of the first clip jaw. The flanges and crevices restrict the motion between the first clip jaw and the second clip jaw, such that the clipping device of the present disclosure does not need a traditional fixture shaft and encloses the spring unit within the first clip jaw and the second clip jaw.

Abstract: A skincare pad-based application system and method utilizes a container containing individually packaged skincare products contained on disposable pads and arranged in a time-based order of intended use. The physical arrangement of the various products in the container or other packaging material simplifies application and increases the likelihood that products will be applied correctly and for maximum effect.

Abstract: A method and system for cleaning a surgical tool and storing bone and tissue. The system may include a housing including one or more entry openings and one or more brush assembly chambers, each brush assembly chamber in communication with an entry opening, a brush assembly disposed within each brush assembly chamber, a storage container in communication with each brush assembly chamber, and a ramp face that defines the one or more entry opening. The method may include inserting a distal end of a surgical device with biological material into an entry opening of a collection device, rotating a brush assembly within a brush assembly chamber, the brush assembly and brush assembly chamber being disposed within the collection device, the brush assembly chamber being in communication with the entry opening, and removing biological material from the distal end of the surgical device with the rotating brush assembly.

Abstract: A method of operating a dishwasher having a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber and at least one rotating sprayer provided in the treating chamber to determine a standstill condition of the rotating sprayer during an automatic cycle of operation that includes a rotation of the spray arm.

Abstract: A container is disclosed. The container includes a top portion and a bottom portion, both including a mesh portion, at least one hinging feature attached to the bottom portion, wherein the at least one hinging feature hingably attaches the top portion to the bottom portion, wherein the top portion and the bottom portion having an open configuration and a closed configuration and wherein the top portion and the bottom portion, when in the closed configuration, forming an inner portion, also a latching mechanism wherein when the latching mechanism is in a locked position the top portion and bottom portion are locked into the closed configuration, also at least one spring holder attached to the at least one hinging feature and located within the inner portion wherein when the top portion and bottom portion move from the closed position to the open position, the at least one spring holder lifts upwards.

Abstract: A robot cleaner may include a main body; a traveling assembly moving the main body; a cleaning tool assembly installed in the lower part of the main body, and contacting a floor to clean the floor; a water-feeding unit supplying water to the cleaning tool assembly; and a capacitance measurer contacting the cleaning tool assembly, and measuring capacitance of the cleaning tool assembly in order to calculate an amount of water of the cleaning tool assembly. Accordingly, by measuring an amount of water of a cleaning tool installed in a robot cleaner based on capacitance, it is possible to accurately measure an amount of water absorbed in a cleaning tool.

Abstract: A system and method for washing a gas turbine engine. The method for washing the gas turbine engine includes coupling a pressurized air supply assembly to an air supply and to a secondary air system, cranking a compressor rotor assembly of the gas turbine engine, supplying pressurized offline buffer air from the air supply to the pressurized air supply assembly, and spraying a cleaner into the compressor.

Abstract: A system and method for washing a gas turbine engine. The method for washing the gas turbine engine includes coupling a pressurized air supply assembly to an air supply and to a secondary air system, cranking a compressor rotor assembly of the gas turbine engine, supplying pressurized offline buffer air from the air supply to the pressurized air supply assembly, and spraying a cleaner into the compressor.