Abstract: Disclosed are an exterior insulation mortar for cold weather which may prevent freezing and improve strength at temperatures below 0° C., and an exterior insulation system using the same.

Abstract: A multi-segmented, multi-plane, vertically deployable vapor and/or fire barrier assembly with a housing, a drive system, a folding barrier, a bottom plate, and motion sensors coupled to the bottom plate and coupled to a control system to detect operation and performance of the assembly, and related methods.

Abstract: Frame supported panels with an increased load carrying capacity derived from inducing newly discovered conditions on panels made from weaker, lighter and thinner materials. The fixed/continuous/dropped condition can increase a panel's load capacity many times based on the panel's interaction with frame members. This enables foam panels, for example, to be used in structural applications. It also enables polyurethane foam with any cladding to provide a comprehensive, structural building panel that provides a finished exterior, continuous and cavity insulation, an air, moisture and vapor barrier and increased uplift resistance while eliminating condensation and thermal expansion/contraction.

Abstract: A wall comprising an upper horizontal member to be fixed to a ceiling, a lower horizontal member to be fixed to a floor, and at least one panel provided between the upper horizontal member and the lower horizontal member, characterised in that the lower horizontal member comprises at least two longitudinally extending, elongate profiles of U-shaped cross-section, wherein the first profile is fixed to the floor with a base part of its U-shaped cross-section, wherein the second profile is placed on the first profile, wherein base parts of the U-shaped cross-sections of the two profiles face away from each other, wherein the lower horizontal member further comprises a third profile of U-shaped cross-section provided between the first profile and the second profile thereof.

Abstract: A wall comprising an upper horizontal member to be fixed to a ceiling, a lower horizontal member to be fixed to a floor, and at least one panel provided between the upper horizontal member and the lower horizontal member, characterised in that the lower horizontal member comprises at least two longitudinally extending, elongate profiles of U-shaped cross-section, wherein the first profile is fixed to the floor with a base part of its U-shaped cross-section, wherein the second profile is placed on the first profile, wherein base parts of the U-shaped cross-sections of the two profiles face away from each other, wherein the base part of the U-shaped cross-section of the second profile comprises a springy clamping profile mounted thereon, and wherein the panel comprises a lip fixed to its bottom edge, which lip extends inward and which is clampingly provided between the base part of the U-shaped cross-section of the second profile and the springy clamping profile so as to connect the panel to the lower horizonta

Abstract: There is provided a ceiling panel for a pod room. The ceiling panel comprises one or more cover components movable between an open configuration and a closed configuration and an actuation mechanism configured to move the one or more cover components from the closed configuration to the open configuration in response to a trigger. The ceiling panel may provide a specified percentage open area in the open configuration. The ceiling panel may be adapted to acoustically insulate the pod room in the closed configuration.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include hot-rolled threaded rebar bolts that have a substantially circular core with semi-continuous threads on opposing sides of the rebar bolts. In some embodiments of the invention the shaft is substantially void of longitudinal ribs along at least a portion of the longitudinal area between the first set of threads and the second set of threads of the shaft. The threaded rebar bolt is manufactured in a continuous hot-rolling process to create a threaded rebar shaft with semi-continuous threads and substantially no longitudinal ribs in the longitudinal areas and no additional machining is required to create the threads after the threaded shaft is created from the hot-rolling process.

Abstract: A system for securing plank panels together includes at least one connector clip to secure a pair of plank panels with one another. The at least one connector clip receives the retaining mechanism of each plank panel. The at least connector clip has a body with first and second retaining pockets. The retaining pockets couple with the retention mechanisms. A locator hump is coupled with the body. The locator hump positions the connector clip in place with respect to at least one of the pair of plank panels to secure the connector clip as well as the plank panels with a framing structure.

Abstract: The present invention is generally directed to an interlocking modular mat or tile and method of use. The mat comprises a severable core structure with a ramp around its periphery and a connected outer structure. The outer structure surrounding the inner core structure is partitioned into side and corner panels also having ramps internally disposed therein. The novel features of the mat allows it to be cut along several locations to expose the internal ramp structure within each panel, providing a assembled mat system with a secure border around the entire mat. A method of constructing an array of the novel mat panel members involving cutting to expose the internal ramped structure is also disclosed to provide a flooring surface.

Abstract: A ceiling tile cutter constructed from a two piece metal edge, with a recess machined so that a standard drop ceiling, ceiling tile can engage the cutting tool and be secure in a locked position. The cutting tool is a straight bar comprising the recess and two slits where a standard retractable blade knife or any knife using standard knife blades can be inserted. Running a knife blade along/through the two slits results in a notched removal of the tile material from the end of the tile engaged with the cutter resulting in a notch allowing a cut ceiling tile to be placed and retained by the ceiling runners in a flat and smooth manner consistent with a preformed tile.

Abstract: A collapsible support structure for assembly inside a vessel having a downwardly and inwardly sloping interior wall includes a base frame including a plurality of pivotably-connected beams and a plurality of base foot modules mounted thereto. The base frame is movable between an expanded configuration for bracing the base foot modules against the vessel, and a collapsed configuration in which the base frame has a width smaller than that of the expanded configuration. The base frame is moved between the expanded and collapsed configurations by pivoting the plurality of beams.

Abstract: A platform and a system including the platform are used for a ram blowout preventer including a bonnet and/or one or more components adjacent the ram blowout preventer. The platform includes a frame with a deck supported within the frame, and a support structure coupled to the frame to support the platform on the bonnet of the ram blowout preventer. The platform may further include a connector to removably couple the platform to the bonnet of the ram blowout preventer.

Abstract: A working device has a base designed as a stationary support column, a motor-driven rotary head and a stack of arms made up of several mast arms which can be moved with respect to each other in pairs, using articulated or sliding joints, supporting a concrete transport line. The stack of arms is articulated on the rotary head about a horizontal rotational axis by a first mast arm. The working device also includes a control mechanism which can be actuated by a control element or a radio path and which is arranged in a control box, and a hydraulic assembly including an oil tank and a motor-driven hydraulic pump for controlling working groups for moving the rotary head and mast arm. A working platform fixed with respect to the base is arranged in the region of the bearing block for emergency operations.

Abstract: A device for covering a pool, for example a swimming pool, has an upper component composed of a closed cell polymeric foam and a lower component composed of an open cell polymeric foam. The device can have, or can acquire in use, a convex upper surface which reduces the danger that it will be blown off the pool by wind.

Abstract: Antenna tower reinforcement configurations use bolted gusset plate and splice plate configurations that allow for increased clearance access using short threaded bolts and threaded gusset plate apertures for increased clearance access and/or ease of installation. The gusset plates are welded to the reinforcement plates rather than bolted. Splice plates are bolted to the gusset plates using splice bolts.

Abstract: A swimming pool cover assembly including a frame, at least one cover, and an adjustment means. The frame including at least one inflatable portion and an interconnected three-dimensional (3D) lattice of inflatable straight tubes. The at least one cover is supported by the frame to define an exercise chamber including at least part of a swimming pool. The adjustment means reduces an oxygen content of air in the exercise chamber compared with air external the exercise chamber. The exercise chamber has elongate sidewalls.

Abstract: An easy to use, reliable, easy to repair, universal, simple, lightweight, compact, portable, multi-use modular system of poles and interconnections. An operator configures a number of structures using brackets, supports, segmented shafts, and interconnection components. The segmented shafts have both the ability to make an attachment to retain a particular configuration while being able to break down the shafts for transportation or storage. Some embodiments include a sleeve that protects the tip of a pole and provide a cushion and separation between a pole and a ferrule thereby reducing breakage and increase reliability. Broken components are easily replaced in the field. The configuration of the structure is changed by the user to quickly adapt to changing needs. Multiple components can be carried by separate members of a group and combined together to form a more complex structure to meet the needs of the group.

Abstract: A high-ceiling tent frame includes one or more frame units. Each frame unit includes three or more vertical poles and a center pole connected by supporting pole groups. Each frame unit also includes vertical pole fixed and slidable connecting bases installed at the vertical poles, and center fixed and slidable connecting bases installed at the center pole. Each supporting top pole group includes one or more pairs of first connecting pole units. The first connecting pole units in each pair are pivotally connected to each other. Each first connecting pole unit includes two first connecting poles pivotally connected to each other and forms an X-shape when the tent frame is unfolded. Adjacent frame units are connected to each other by sharing at least two vertical poles.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a single piece sheet metal design incorporating two individual hem bend configurations forming the door/drawer front, a functional door/drawer handle, and a gasket protecting barrier.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pry-proof apparatus of combination locks, including a lock case, a lock bottom, a housing seat, a movable member, plural number discs, plural shaft members, and a fastening device which base on the structure of the shaft member. Once a pry inserts a tapering plate probing tool into the aperture again, the probing tool can only be descended to the outer peripheral portion of the shaft member, where the probing tool pries for nothing.

Abstract: A lock, attachable to a coupling in a bushing coupled to an outside structure, includes a housing, an actuatable lock assembly and a latching assembly. The actuatable lock assembly is rotatable relative to the housing assembly in a closed orientation and an open orientation, and, has a spindle member having a knob attachment portion and a coupling attachment portion. Here, the spindle member and a knob are configured to rotate relative to the housing assembly. The coupling attachment portion is extendable into a central bore and attachable to a coupling. Upon attachment, relative rotation of the spindle member and the coupling is substantially precluded. The latching assembly is positionable in one of a locked position and an unlocked position. The latching assembly is positioned within the cavity of the housing assembly and includes a motor to direct the actuatable lock assembly from a closed orientation to the open orientation.

Abstract: A cabinet (1) comprising: a housing (10); two or more storage units (30, 50), each accommodated within the housing (10) and displaceable between a closed position in which a majority of the storage unit (30, 50) is disposed within the housing (10) and an open position in which the storage unit (30, 50) projects from the housing (10) to an extent greater than in said closed position; and a blocking mechanism (70) comprising two or more blocking members (71b, 71c), each associated with its corresponding storage unit (30, 50) and configured for selectively arresting said corresponding storage unit (30, 50) in its closed position; the blocking mechanism (70) being displaceable between an unblocked state in which each one of the storage units (30, 50) is free to be displaced from its closed position to its open position and a blocked state in which at least one and no more than all but one of the storage units (30, 50) are arrested in their closed position by their corresponding blocking members (71b, 71c).

Abstract: A vehicle door latch device comprises an engagement assembly comprising an engagement mechanism which is engagable with a striker of a vehicle body; a first casing which can be connected from one direction to an operating mechanism which can turn to a locking state and an unlocking state; an operating assembly comprising a second casing to which the engagement assembly is attached; an outside lever pivotally supported on the engagement assembly; and positioning-guide means by which the engagement assembly can be connected from the same direction as a direction in which the operating mechanism is connected to the first casing, thereby improving assembling efficiency and getting smaller.

Abstract: Provided is a locking device, the fastening strength of which does not vary. A hook is provided with a recess having a first stopper surface and a second stopper surface which extend in the direction of a rotating shaft. A pawl is provided with a projection having a first contact surface capable of contacting the first stopper surface, and a second contact surface capable of contacting the second stopper surface. The provided locking device is one in which the first and second contact surfaces are convexly curving surfaces which project outward toward the first and second stopper surfaces.

Abstract: An apparatus has a housing adapted to be secured to a window sash. A cam rotatably mounted in the housing has a cam surface and a cam boss disposed opposite the cam surface. A drive disc rotatably mounted proximate the cam has a disc boss and a projection disposed opposite the disc boss. The cam boss and disc boss are selectively engageable when the cam is rotated.

Abstract: A latch assembly is configured to be operable within a door latch system where the door latch system releasably secures a door in a door frame. The latch assembly comprises a housing and a latch pivotally mounted in the housing. The latch includes a lock-out feature. A translating bar is connected to the latch and is moveable by at least one actuation mechanism to selectively pivot the latch from an extended position wherein the door is secured in the door frame to a retracted position wherein the door is released from the door frame. A deadlatch is coupled to the latch. A bracket assembly is coupled to the latch and deadlatch, wherein the bracket assembly engages the lock-out feature when the deadlatch is in an engaged position to prevent pivoting of the latch.

Abstract: A latch assembly is provided that includes a housing, a release mechanism and a latch mechanism. The release mechanism includes a handle. Movement of the handle from a retracted position towards an extended position relative to the housing is operable to cause the latch mechanism to change from a latched condition to an unlatched condition. When the latch mechanism changes from an unlatched condition to the latched condition, the latch mechanism is operable to cause the release mechanism to cause the handle to move to the retracted position. When the latch mechanism is in the unlatched condition, the latch mechanism maintains the release mechanism in a configuration that maintains the handle away from the retracted position and provides a visual indication that the latch mechanism is in the unlatched condition.

Abstract: A barricade device and a method of barricading a door are disclosed. The device and method may be used to barricade a door, and thereby prevent an intruder from entering a sheltering space, such as a classroom, storeroom, or hallway. The barricade-device may have a pivotable stop-device that is pivotable from a location adjacent to a door. The pivot-location may be at an elevation that is lower than a door handle on the door. The stop-device may be pivotable from a reserve-position to a stop-position. In the reserve-position, the stop-device does not barricade the door. In the barricade-position, the stop-device barricades the door.

Abstract: A hinge kit can be provided. The hinge kit can comprise a first hinge and a second hinge. The first hinge can include a first plate having a first knuckle coupled to the first plate and a second knuckle spaced apart from the first plate. The first hinge can further include a second plate having a first knuckle and a second knuckle coupled to the second plate and a third knuckle spaced apart from the second plate. A first pin can be fixedly coupled to the first hinge. The second hinge can include a first plate having a first knuckle and a second knuckle coupled to the first plate and a second plate having a first knuckle and a second knuckle coupled to the second plate. The second hinge can further include a second pin removably coupled to the second hinge.

Abstract: In one example an electronic device comprises a controller, a chassis comprising a first section and a second section, and a hinge assembly to connect the first section of the chassis to the second section of the chassis comprising a shaft rotatable about a first axis, a brake selectively engageable with a portion of the shaft, and an electroactive polymer (EAP) actuator coupled to the brake, wherein the EAP actuator selectively engages the brake with a portion of the shaft in response to a signal from the controller. Other examples may be described.

Abstract: The present invention essentially comprises an overhead door backup spring system and method for providing an auxiliary spring counterweight to operate an overhead door shaft upon failure of a spring. The system has an activation unit, an engagement unit operably associated with the activation unit, and an auxiliary spring engagement unit operably associated with the engagement unit and an auxiliary spring. The engagement unit is engageable with the auxiliary spring to transfer torque from the auxiliary spring to the overhead door shaft. In an engaged position the engagement unit is engaged with the auxiliary spring engagement unit upon operation of the activation unit when the spring fails. In a non-engaged position the engagement unit is in non-engagement with the auxiliary spring engagement unit.

Abstract: Drive device for a movable furniture part, having a lockable push-out device for pushing the movable furniture part out of a closed position into an open position, wherein the push-out device can be unlocked by virtue of the movable furniture part being pushed into an excess-pressure position located behind the closed position, as seen in the closing direction, wherein an excess-pressure region is located between the closed position and an excess-pressure position, and having a damping device for damping the closing movement of the movable furniture part, wherein the damping device has displacement-dependent damping, wherein the damping force in a main damping region, located in front of the closed position-as seen in the opening direction, is higher than in the excess-pressure region.

Abstract: There present invention relates to a single panel, hydraulically driven door system. The door and hydraulic cylinder are mounted to the door frame so the door and door frame can be easily installed to a building rough opening. From the door closed position, the hydraulic cylinder raises the door slightly to release a locking mechanism, before the door is rotated to its open position. A control arm and guide track guide movement of the door between its open and closed positions. A variable frequency drive controls the speed of the hydraulic cylinder extension and retraction to provide a smooth transition of the door when moving between its open and closed positions.

Abstract: An electromechanical strut is provided for moving a pivotal closure member between an open position and a closed position relative to a motor vehicle body. The electromechanical strut includes a housing connected to one of the closure member and the motor vehicle body. An extensible shaft is connected to the other of the closure member and the motor vehicle body for slidable movement relative to the housing. A motor-gear assembly operably drives a rotatable power screw. A drive mechanism converts rotary motion of the power screw into linear motion of the extensible shaft to move the extensible shaft between a retracted position corresponding to the closed position of the closure member and an extended position corresponding to the open position of the closure member. A clutch/coupling assembly is operably disposed between the motor-gear assembly and the power screw and integrates a slip clutch device and a flexible coupling into a common unit.

Abstract: For the purpose of realizing an operationally reliable window lifter (opener) for a vehicle, there is provision to ascertain from an operating variable of a servomotor in each case a measure of a regulated position of the window pane in the course of a plurality of operating cycles of the window lifter in which a window pane of the vehicle is opened and closed again, in each case entirely or partly. In each operating cycle, or at least in selected operating cycles, the measure is normalized to a reference value if at the end of the respective operating cycle the window pane is driven by the servomotor for at least a predetermined blocked time beyond a blocked position. The blocked time is shortened if the normalization was not carried out for a predetermined number of consecutive operating cycles.

Abstract: Methods and systems provide adaptive management of openings in spaces. An opening in a space may be managed using an adaptive management scheme which may comprise detecting one or more conditions and/or activities affecting the space, through the at least one opening, analyzing the detected one or more conditions and/or activities, determining one or more actions corresponding to the detected one or more conditions and/or activities based on the analysis, and causing application of the determined one or more actions. The actions may comprise adjusting the opening. In this regard, the adjusting may comprise closing, fully opening, or adjusting the amount of the opening.

Abstract: If closing operation to the passenger's seat sub switch continues for not less than a prescribed time period Tb, a passenger's seat relay contact on a close side is turned ON. If the closing operation to the passenger's seat sub switch thereafter ends before a prescribed time period Tc elapses, the passenger's seat relay contact on the close side is kept ON. If opening operation to the passenger's seat sub switch continues for not less than the prescribed time period Tb, a passenger's seat relay contact on an open side is turned ON. If the opening operation to the passenger's seat sub switch thereafter ends before the prescribed time period Tc elapses, the passenger's seat relay contact on the open side is kept ON. The invention is applicable to an automatic window system and the like.

Abstract: A frame assembly supporting an overhead door has a horizontal header connected to upright columns or posts with splice assemblies. Fasteners mounted on the columns cooperate with retainers on the splice assemblies to position and connect the columns to the header. Hinge assemblies pivotally mount the door on the header for movement between open and closed positions.

Abstract: A sealed unit includes at least two sheets of transparent or translucent material separated from each other by a spacer. One example of a spacer for a sealed unit includes a first elongate strip, a second elongate strip, and filler arranged therebetween. The first and second elongate strips have a small undulating shape in some embodiments. Methods of making spacers and window assemblies as well as devices for use in the manufacture of spacers and assemblies are disclosed including a manufacturing jig and a spool storage rack. The spool storage rack stores a plurality of spools configured to store spacer materials thereon.

Abstract: Certain example embodiments relate to the use of a ceramic fit that dissolves an already-applied thin film coating (disposed via a physical vapor deposition (PVD) process such as sputtering, or other suitable process). In certain example embodiments, the ceramic frit is aggressive in chemically removing the coating on which it is disposed, e.g., when exposed to high temperatures. The frit advantageously fuses well with the glass, provides aesthetically desired colorations, and/or enables components (e.g., insulated glass (IG) unit spacers) to be reliably mounted thereon, in certain example embodiments. Associated coated articles, IG units, methods, etc., are also contemplated herein.

Abstract: Elongated, flexible polymer gasket include a tubular flexible polymer material body, a hollow chamber within the body extending uniformly the length of the body, and a plurality of individual openings through the sidewall forming the body and spaced apart from one another along its length. Each further includes a plurality of individual spring clip fasteners, each a length of metal wire bent to form an elongated, generally planar base portion with opposing major sides and an elongated, engagement portion extending transversely away from one of the opposing major sides. The maximum width dimensions of the base and engagement portions being greater than a maximum nominal dimension of the opening whereby the each individual spring clip member is captured in a separate one of the openings with the base portion within the hollow chamber and the engagement portion projecting traversely away from the base portion and the body.

Abstract: The presently-disclosed subject matter includes a bracket that can be mounted to a surface, and that can protect openings and other water sensitive areas on the surface from water damage. Embodied brackets can comprise a mount that can be mounted to a surface, an extension that protrudes outwardly from the mount, and an attachment portion to which a water resistant material can be attached. In some embodiments the bracket is mounted to a wall above and/or near an opening or other water sensitive area, and the bracket and/or water sensitive material protect the opening or water sensitive area from water damage. In some implementations two or more brackets are attached to form a continuous bracket structure.

Abstract: A system for mounting a secondary panel within a window frame of an existing window. The system includes a rigid panel, an elongated deformable bulb, and an elongated carrier. The bulb has a resilient, rounded portion and a base section with at least one tongue extending from the base section. The carrier is configured to receive at least a portion of an edge of the panel within a panel gap and to receive, between opposing resilient prongs, the tongue of the bulb. The resilient prongs are configured to diverge to allow a distal end of the tongue to pass between the resilient prongs. Also disclosed is a system for mounting a flexible sheet within a window frame of an existing window.

Abstract: A motorized window blind includes a slotted motorized track member mounted to a vertical wall structure of a building and extending across the top of an opening in the wall. It also includes at least two panels mounted to the track and covering the wall opening while being in a position where the panels are parallel and coplanar with one another. The motorized track member has at least one motorized actuation system enabling one panel to move forward away from the opening thereby freeing the track for the second panel to laterally slide behind the first panel. The panels become stacked in a parallel superimposed position in relation with one another. In the stacked position, the panels cover a portion of one end of the opening while completely uncovering a potion at the other end of the opening.

Abstract: A window blinds includes a head box, a top bar, a bottom bar and a blind body connected between the top and bottom bars. A first fixed seat and a second fixed seat are respectively located in the head box, each of the first and second fixed seats is cooperated with a movable seat and a spring which is connected between the first/second fixed seat and the head box. Two first cords are wrapped between the first fixed seat and the movable seat corresponding thereto, and are connected to the top bar. Two second cords are wrapped between the second fixed seat and the movable seat corresponding thereto, and extend through the head box, the blind body and are connected to the bottom bar. A stop member is connected to the two first cords and located between the positioning post and the first knot to adjust the size of the observation space.

Abstract: A covering for an architectural opening is provided. The covering may include a head rail, a first roller rotatably supported by the head rail, a second roller rotatably supported by the head rail, a first shade attached to the first roller, and a second shade attached to the second roller. The second roller may be positioned rearward of the first roller. The first shade may be wrappable about the first roller. The first shade may include two laterally-separable sheets interconnected by a plurality of vertically-spaced vanes. The second shade may be wrappable about the second roller.

Abstract: Provided is a retractable safety gate and locking mechanism for a retractable safety gate that employs a flexible barrier windable around a rotating spool, a lever or time release cap, a spline lock, meshing teeth, a spline geometry for extending and retracting the barrier.

Abstract: A motorized system that allows for calibration by a user, and that features circuit protection and detection of motor stoppage. A motorized window-blind system is an example of such a system and is disclosed herein. In particular, a circuit is featured that comprises a TRIAC, or “triode for alternating current,” and TVS diodes, or “transient-voltage-suppression diodes,” providing voltage protection to various types of motor-related electronic components. A controller is disclosed that features measurement of voltage that is induced on a secondary winding of a motor, in order to detect certain events that occur during the operation of the motor. A calibration method is also disclosed that can account for one or both of the protection circuit and event-detecting controller. The calibration method accounts for human interaction and, in doing so, is intended toward making a calibration process of a motorized household system less prone to human error.

Abstract: The structures described herein use an actuating system that can selectively switch between a lower and a raise mode of operation by rotating a rod assembly, and use a downward displacement of a pull member to lower and raise the window shade depending on whether its switching state. The actuating systems are simple to operate, allow convenient adjustment of the window shade, and are safe as the pull member has a limited length of extension.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a control system for controlling the movement of an aerial apparatus, in particular for controlling a turnable ladder of a firefighting vehicle, comprising a manually operable input device that is deflectable in at least one spatial direction by a deflecting force, an processing unit for converting the amount of deflection of the input device into a corresponding speed signal and an actuating unit for moving the aerial apparatus with a speed corresponding to the speed signal. The invention is characterized by determining means for determining a possible maximum speed and restricting means for counteracting or limiting the deflection of the input device according to the determined possible maximum speed.