Abstract: A method for preparing an aqueous suspension may include providing a fibrous substrate comprising cellulose having a Canadian Standard freeness equal to or less than 700 cm3, and microfibrillating the fibrous substrate in an aqueous environment by grinding in the presence of a grinding medium which is to be removed after completion of grinding. The grinding may be carried out in the absence of grindable inorganic particulate material, wherein the grinding medium is present in an amount of at least about 10% by volume of the aqueous environment, and wherein the microfibrillated cellulose has a fibre steepness of from about 20 to about 50.

Abstract: A method of making paper or paperboard using a composition made by the hydrogenation or partial hydrogenation of an alkyl ketene dimer, alkenyl ketene dimer, or ketene multimer (collectively labeled H2-AKD). Also, relates to a paper or paperboard having increased water and water vapor resistance while maintaining good recyclability and repulpability.

Abstract: The present invention provides tissue products having a high degree of stretch and low modulus at relatively high tensile strengths, such as geometric mean tensile strengths greater than about 1500 g/3? and more preferably greater than about 2000 g/3?. The combination of a tough, yet relatively supple sheet is preferably achieved by subjecting the embryonic web to a speed differential as it is passed from one fabric in the papermaking process to another, commonly referred to as rush transfer.

Abstract: A wind, snow and sand protecting device (1) for railways, comprising a base part (2a, 2b) arranged to be releasably fixed adjacent to at least one side of a track rail (3) or directly to the track rail, and a barrier holder (14), to which a barrier (15) is mountable, wherein said base part (2a, 2b) and the barrier holder (14) are interconnectable by means of a hinged joint (19) such that the barrier holder (14) is pivotable relative the base part (2a, 2b). The hinged joint (19) comprises a male connector (16) integrated with one of the base part (2a, 2b) and the barrier holder (14) and a female connector (9) integrated with the other of the base part (2a, 2b) and the barrier holder (14).

Abstract: The pneumatic roadway energy recovery system generates power from the weight of vehicles, pedestrians and the like traveling on a roadway surface. The pneumatic roadway energy recovery system includes a plurality of pneumatic pumps in fluid communication with one another and that are arrayed beneath a roadway surface. The pneumatic pumps are in fluid communication with a storage tank. The vehicles, pedestrians and the like traveling on the roadway surface compress the plurality of pneumatic pumps as they pass over the pumps, generating pressurized air, which is received by and stored in the storage tank. Preferably, a turbine, such as a Pelton wheel or the like, is in fluid communication with the storage tank. Selective release of the pressurized air in the storage tank drives the turbine, which, in turn, is connected to an electrical generator for generating usable electrical power.

Abstract: The problem addressed by the invention is that of providing an economical, permanent construction of traffic surfaces that does not require an extensive use of resources and that is cost-effective to produce, and in particular that of protecting the parts of the bound and unbound layers of the traffic surface construction that lie beneath the surface layer of the carriageway from the ingress of water. To solve the problem, the invention proposes a construction comprising at least one base layer, at least one asphalt surface layer and at least one intermediate layer applied to the at least one base layer, said at least one intermediate layer comprising a material that contains at least one silane-terminated polymer.

Abstract: A compactor, comprising at least one compactor roller that can be rotated around a roller axis of rotation, at least one edge shaping device and a fluid reservoir/delivery system for storing and delivering fluid to at least one compactor roller and at least one edge shaping device, characterized in that the fluid reservoir/delivery system comprises at least one first fluid pump for pumping fluid to at least one first fluid delivery unit assigned to a compactor roller and at least one second fluid pump for pumping fluid to at least one second fluid delivery unit assigned to an edge shaping unit.

Abstract: A soil compactor—comprising at least one compactor roller rotatable about a roller rotational axis and a liquid storage/dispensing system for storing and dispensing liquid to at least one compactor roller, wherein the liquid storage/dispensing system comprises at least one main liquid storage and one main liquid pipe associated with this—is characterized in that at least two main liquid storages are provided, wherein main liquid pipes of at least two main liquid storages are in connection with a common filling connection for filling the main liquid storage associated with these, and/or at least one, preferably all main liquid storages can be filled and emptied via main liquid pipes associated with these.

Abstract: In an automotive milling machine, comprising a machine frame, comprising a controller for the travelling and milling operation, comprising a working drum, comprising a transport conveyor for discharging the milled material milled off by the working drum onto a loading surface of a transport vehicle comprising a rear wall, where the transport conveyor is slewable, relative to the machine frame, about a first axis extending essentially horizontally under an elevation angle, and sideways about a second axis extending orthogonally to the first axis under a slewing angle, it is provided for the following features to be achieved: a detection device is arranged on the bottom side of the transport conveyor, where said detection device is used to initiate an activation signal in case of the transport conveyor approaching an object, in particular, the rear wall of the loading surface.

Abstract: A system and method for operating a cold planer includes a method for operating a cold planer. In a method, a signal indicative of an operating state is used to determine an operating condition, which is a basis for deciding which spray banks from a plurality of spray banks should be activated. Thereafter, a water flow required to operate the spray banks is estimated and a pump command signal is determined. The pump is operated and a water pressure in a main manifold is monitored such that the pump is controlled using a closed-loop control scheme that receives the water pressure as feedback to maintain a desired water pressure within the main manifold.

Abstract: A construction machine apparatus includes a plurality of ground engaging supports, a machine frame supported from the ground engaging supports and a milling drum supported from the machine frame. A milling drum location detection system is configured to determine a drum location in an external reference system. A location indicator system includes a memory configured to store information identifying a location of one or more areas to be avoided in the external reference system, and a controller configured to compare the drum location to the location of the one or more areas to be avoided, and to provide an output corresponding to a proximity of the milling drum to the location of the one or more areas to be avoided.

Abstract: In an automotive milling machine, comprising a machine frame, comprising a controller for the travelling and milling operation, comprising a working drum, comprising a transport conveyor, where the transport conveyor is slewable, relative to the machine frame, about a first axis extending essentially horizontally under an elevation angle, and sideways about a second axis extending orthogonally to the first axis under a slewing angle, where the transport conveyor discharges the milled material onto a loading surface of a transport vehicle at a specified conveying speed, and where the controller continuously controls positioning of the milled material automatically via, as a minimum, the slewing angle of the transport conveyor, it is provided for the following features to be achieved: the controller specifies and monitors limit values for a maximum permissible slewing angle range for slewing the transport conveyor variable in accordance with the current operating situation.

Abstract: A vehicle crash barrier gate constructed primarily of structural tube members and having an energy-absorbing connection between horizontal movable gate member and vertical post members. The gate member is provided with one or more deformable flanges adjacent to each end. Each post includes a vertically extending channel for receiving a respective gate member end and the flanges. An inwardly facing, vertically aligned opening in each channel allows the gate member to extend therethrough and span the space between the posts. The vertical extent of the openings spans the required vertical movement of the gate member. One or more reinforcing elements are disposed on the posts proximate to the elevation at which the gate member is positioned to prevent vehicle passage to strengthen the vertical post structure. A drive apparatus is provided to move the gate member vertically between an open position, typically at grade level, and a closed position, typically elevated above grade level.

Abstract: A barrier system including an elastic net coupled to a cable, an energy absorption member coupled between the cable and an anchoring assembly, and an actuation assembly coupled to the net and configured to rotate the net about an axis of rotation between a closed position restricting vehicle access through the barrier system, and an open position allowing vehicle access through the barrier system.

Abstract: A personal use plow for pushing, but not limited to, snow and slush from one's driveway by most passenger automobiles and/or ATVs that is attached using a unique strapping and cog bracing system. The plow is made of injected molded structural foam plastic and comes in five (5) separate panels that can be easily assembled into a solid plow blade. This material is lightweight and allows for easy transportation, storage and use. When assembled, the plow can be used either in the front or back of the vehicle. The plow attaches to the vehicle by a special hook, designed as part of this patent, which attaches to the hood, trunk or luggage rack of the vehicle. All parts for the functionality of the plow are contained on the plow itself, so there are no brackets or hitches required to be attached to the bumpers of the vehicle.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for snow and ice removal from a roadway or other horizontal civil engineering structure. The apparatus may include a conventional plow, a chipper to break apart ice, a nozzle to project a hot liquid to melt snow and ice, a heater to further melt snow and ice, and a vacuum to suction the melted snow and ice slurry for containment in a holding tank. The system is preferably mounted for carriage by a motor vehicle.

Abstract: Subsea device with vertical axis for removal of sediment, comprising a pump unit which supplies pressurized water to a nozzle assembly and nozzle assembly comprising a central nozzle. The nozzle assembly furthermore comprises at least two additional nozzles directed with an inclination in relation to the central nozzle and arranged angularly symmetric in relation to the vertical axis of the device.

Abstract: The floating breakwater includes various different embodiments, as can have an anchored or moored float. The float is desirably in the geometric form of a generally rectangular solid configuration, but can include other forms. One or more baffles or skirt walls extend from the bottom surface of the float, thereby attenuating subsurface wave action to a greater depth than the bottom of the float. Each of the baffles or skirt walls desirably includes a thin, flat, monolithic plate member for enhancing hydrodynamic resistance. The one or more baffles or skirt walls can be continuous and unbroken, or can have a plurality of apertures therethrough. When three or more baffles or skirt walls are provided they can be evenly spaced, or the spacing therebetween can vary. When two or more baffles or skirt walls are provided they can have equal depths, or their depths can differ from one another.

Abstract: A skimming and separation device comprising an outer casing (1) provided with constructions to directly or indirectly fasten all parts, including a number of inflow tubes (20), and defining a closed container (19). The device comprises a floater (5) configured to create the skimming function of the device, the floater is attached at its lower side to an essentially vertically arranged bellow (23) allowing the floater to adapt flow into a substantially circum volume that is allowing flow in a downward direction into the inflow tubes (20) that allow debris and floating pollutions to enter below the accumulated debris and floating pollutions to preferably sett the internally fluid inside the casing (27) in horizontal circular rotational motion as a result of a power device (7), e.g.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for sealing pipes or underground structures is provided. In one embodiment, the end of a pipe is sealed by the use of a pipe liner and a sealing member. The sealing member may be a hydrophilic material, a hydrophobic material, a compressible material, or a paste. The sealing member is held in place by a mechanical fastener and a liner is installed adjacent the sealing member and against the wall of the pipe or other structure to be sealed. In another embodiment, a manhole is sealed by the use of a sealing member, a mechanical fastener, and a manhole liner.

Abstract: A manhole cover assembly includes a manhole cover and a latch assembly. The manhole cover is movable between a seated position in which the manhole cover is supported on a seat of a manhole frame, and an unseated position in which the manhole cover is displaced relative to the seat of the manhole frame. A shock absorber includes a housing fixedly coupled to the manhole cover. The housing defines a cylinder. A piston is slidably coupled to the cylinder. A rod is fixedly coupled to the piston. A spring is positioned within the cylinder adjacent the piston. A latch is fixedly coupled to the rod. In response to a pressure applied to the manhole cover, the latch assembly is configured to permit limited displacement of the manhole cover relative to the seat of the manhole frame, and to controllably dissipate energy relating to the pressure.

Abstract: A manhole cover assembly including a pair of perimeter lugs attached by a mounting to the underside of the manhole cover engaging a feature on a vault frame having an opening receiving the manhole cover upon rising up of the manhole cover in response to development of a pressure condition in the vault in order to relieve the pressure at least one of the lugs mounted to a pivotal member accessible from above the cover to be able to be rotated to rotate a projecting portion to either be aligned with a stop feature on the frame opening which is engaged when the cover rises up or to clear the stop feature allowing removal of the cover. A resiliently compressible constituent of the mounting generates an increasing resilient force acting on the manhole cover as it rises to cushion the stopping of the cover and to control its height of rise venting the pressure in the chamber.

Abstract: A skid steer machine is provided including a frame and a cab supported on the frame. A lift arm assembly includes a pair of lift arms each of which is pivotally supported on the frame at the rear end thereof for movement between a raised position and a lowered position. A pair of combination cab mounting bracket and lift arm stops are provided with each combination cab mounting bracket and lift arm stop being supported on the frame adjacent the forward end of the frame and adjacent a respective lateral side of the frame. Each combination cab mounting bracket and lift arm stop includes a cab mount surface and a lift arm stop surface with the lift arm stop surface being arranged outwardly and upwardly relative to the cab mount surface.

Abstract: In one aspect, a method for automatically controlling the operation of a work vehicle during the performance of a material moving operation may generally include monitoring cycle times for moving the work vehicle between a first location and a second location as the material moving operation is being performed and determining a work cycle time for moving the work vehicle between the first and second locations based on the monitored cycle times. In addition, the method may include automatically controlling the operation of a lift assembly of the work vehicle based on the work cycle time such that loader arms and an implement of the lift assembly are moved to a pre-defined loading position as the work vehicle is moved from the first location to the second location and to a pre-defined unloading position as the work vehicle is moved from the second location to the first location.

Abstract: A measurement device is disclosed for performing measurements on a mixture of water and collected material. The measurement device comprises a pipe section through which the mixture can be guided, the pipe section comprising a window. The measurement device comprises an image capturing device arranged to capture an image of the collected material through the window. The image can be used to determine a grain size distribution of the collected material, which can be used to optimize the collecting process.

Abstract: A bulldozer comprises a blade, an engine, a selective catalytic reduction device, a reducing agent tank, and a cab. The engine is disposed behind the blade. The selective catalytic reduction device treats exhaust from the engine. The reducing agent tank stores a reducing agent to be supplied to used by the selective catalytic reduction device. The cab is disposed behind the engine. The reducing agent tank is disposed on a first side of a lower part of the cab. At least a part of the reducing agent tank overlaps the cab as seen in when viewed from a top view.

Abstract: A wheel loader includes an engine, an engine compartment, an injection device, a top plate and a first guide member. The injection device is disposed in the engine compartment. The top plate has a ventilation part. The ventilation part is disposed in a position horizontally away from the injection device. The first guide member has a guide body. The guide body is disposed along the top plate to direct air existing over the injection device to the ventilation part.

Abstract: Systems and methods for compensating dipper swing control. One method includes, with at least one processor, determining a direction of compensation opposite a current swing direction of the dipper and applying the maximum available swing torque in the direction of compensation when an acceleration of the dipper is greater than a predetermined acceleration value. The method can also include determining a current state of the shovel and performing the above steps when the current state of the shovel is a swing-to-truck state or a return-to-tuck state. When the current state of the shovel is a dig-state, the method can include limiting the maximum available swing torque and allowing, with the at least one processor, swing torque to ramp up to the maximum available swing torque over a predetermined period of time when dipper is retracted to a predetermined crowd position.

Abstract: A hydraulically operated pivotal joint for damping a swing motion of a swing damping device, the hydraulically operated pivotal joint comprising a non-pivoting pin, a first inner channel arrangement comprising a first pressure inlet for providing an inlet for a pressure medium, a first braking arrangement arranged to create a braking force for damping the swing motion. Wherein the braking force is provided by the first braking arrangement by means of pressure provided by the pressure medium conducted to the first braking arrangement via the first inner channel arrangement. The first inner channel arrangement comprises a first pressure outlet, wherein the pressure medium is conducted from the first pressure inlet through the non-pivoting pin and through the first braking arrangement to enable conducting of the pressure medium for a second hydraulically operated moving apparatus of the swing damping device.

Abstract: A securing apparatus including a first and second component. The first component has an opening extending along an axis. The elongated member has a piston hole penetrating the first component and aligned with the opening. A piston is located within the piston hole, and is complimentary shaped to sit within the piston. A pressure member is located within the opening, and an activator is configured to coordinate with and extend into the opening. The activator applies a force to the pressure member and distorts the pressure member. The second component, which compliments and mates with the first component, has an engaging surface that coordinates with an end of the piston. The force applied to the pressure member causes the pressure member to distort and apply pressure to the piston to extend the piston outward to interact with the engaging surface of the second component to restrain the second component.

Abstract: A rainwater collection and distribution system embodying a rain collector apparatus for collecting rainwater in an easy to transport tank is provided, wherein the apparatus is adapted to direct excessive rainwater as well as relocate and distribute rainwater stored in the tank. The rain collector may form an internal cavity for receiving rainwater. A recessed operative surface along an upper portion of the rain collector may form a plurality of apertures for receiving and communicating the rainwater into the internal cavity. The operative surface may be sloped so that rainwater in excess of the capacity of the internal cavity is directed along the slope to a predetermined location. The rain collector may form a handle and a pour spout, whereby a user may transport the rainwater stored in the internal cavity and pour stored rainwater through the pour spout for a desired reuse activity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for thawing frozen pipes utilizing electricity. Specifically, the present invention relates to electrically charging a section of frozen pipe such that heat is generated and causes the ice therein to thaw. Even more specifically, the present invention relates to one or more ports disposed above specific portions of pipe that extend upwards towards a surface thereabove and provide electrical access to the specific portions of pipe from the surface.

Abstract: A transonic two-phase reaction turbine for use with low and high temperature fluid flow mediums includes at least two wheels that are configured to rotate in opposite directions, at least one of the at least two wheels being equipped with one or multiple kinetic energy harvesters.

Abstract: A water output switching structure for a bath tub includes a shell; and a water inlet chamber. The shell is of a cylindrical shape, and the water inlet chamber is sleeved around by the rear end of an inner chamber of the shell placed laterally, while a lower side at a front end of the water inlet chamber is provided with a water output hole. A lower end of the guide rod is connected to and acting in cooperation with the extension portion, so that when the guide rod is pulled up, the switching valve core is swung downward to seal off the water output hole, and when the guide rod is pressed downward, the switching valve core is swung upward to open up the water output hole. The water output switching structure for a bath tub occupies less space and provides tight seal.

Abstract: The present invention provides a plumbing fixture fitting with a rectangular spout tip and opening with a removable flow restrictor and stream straightener.

Abstract: A drain stopper assembly for a drain pipe of a sink basin includes a screen removably coupled to a plunger head and configured to block debris from passing into the drain pipe when the plunger head is in the raised position. The screen illustratively includes an annular support collar, and a plurality of circumferentially spaced fingers extending downwardly from the support collar.

Abstract: A food waste disposer system has a food waste disposer and a rechargeable power source that provides power to a motor of the food waste disposer. In an aspect, the motor is a permanent magnet DC motor having a nominal no-load speed in the range of 15,000 revolutions per minute to 30,000 revolutions per minute and the motor section includes a gear reduction mechanism. In an aspect, the food waste disposer system includes a power module that communicates wirelessly with a wireless activator. In an aspect, a stopper receivable in an inlet of the food waste disposer includes or is couplable to a power source which in an aspect is a rechargeable power source and in an aspect, is disposed in a housing of the stopper. In an aspect, the stopper includes a cord for coupling the stopper to the power source which is a source of AC power.

Abstract: An air suction spray nozzle includes a spray pipe and a nozzle component. A spray pole at the end of the spray pipe is inserted to the nozzle component. The nozzle component includes a spray nozzle housing, a spray nozzle set and a rectifying core. One end of the spray nozzle housing is disposed with an open window. The spray nozzle housing is disposed with flushing holes at the area of the open window. The rectifying core is disposed between the spray pole and the flushing holes. The spray nozzle set is locked and assembled to the open window. Water sprays out of the outlet hole of the rectifying core from the spray pole, and then sprays out of the flushing holes. A vent cavity is disposed between the outlet hole and the flushing holes and is connected to the air through the clearance of the spray nozzle housing and the rectifying core and then through the open window.

Abstract: A balcony assembly for attachment to two load-bearing structures of a building is provided. The balcony assembly has a pair of plates and a supporting structure. The supporting structure is attached to the plates and provides rigidity to the balcony assembly. An anchor is associated with two sides of the balcony assembly and configured to attach the sides of the balcony assembly to the load-bearing structures of the building. The plates and the supporting structure are made of fiber reinforced plastic. The balcony assembly is useful in improving durability and installation time.

Abstract: A multi-use enclosure including an upper portion connected to a lower portion to create an enclosure of a size and shape to accommodate a motor vehicle. The lower section may contain a ballast compartment and an axle, as well as a power storage device in order to power electrical components of the enclosure. The enclosure may also include a control unit and a communication unit connected to the power storage device and to a network in order to receive and transmit information to a remote device connected to said network. Sensors configured to detect the position of a vehicle or conditions of the enclosure may provide the information to be transmitted by the communication unit.

Abstract: Portable, collapsible, lightweight housing structure for outdoors, and a method of assembling, and using the same. The invention encompasses an apparatus for providing shelter for humans and animals, which is portable, collapsible, and easily transportable from location to location, and can be quickly assembled, and disassembled. The apparatus has features which allows for a quick and easy assembly, and also allows for immediate use outdoors by the user. The portable, collapsible apparatus, has a ceiling or roof, and wall or panels that are made of one or more layers of material, such as, corrugated material, plastic material, composite material, waterproof material, weatherproof material, rigid honeycomb board material, polyethylene material, polypropylene material. Optionally, the inventive apparatus could also have an attachable or detachable base or floor.

Abstract: A first clip and a second clip each having a housing including a top and bottom wall interconnected by side walls defining a hollow interior socket, a connector insert carried in the socket including a base portion having a series of laterally spaced prongs extending parallel with the length of the socket, the prongs having a distal end portion extending outward beyond the housing; the distal end portions of the prongs on the first clip are adapted for engaging the prongs of the second clip in interlocking engagement; the distal end portions of the prongs on the first clip are received into the socket of the second clip, and the distal end portions of the prongs on the second clip are received into the socket of the first clip so that the housing of the first clip is disposed flush against the housing of the second clip to resist movement.

Abstract: The invention comprises a method of forming a concrete structure. The method comprises placing plastic concrete in a form of a desired shape, encasing the concrete in insulating material having insulating properties equivalent to at least 1 inch of expanded polystyrene and allowing the plastic concrete to at least partially cure inside the insulating material. An insulated concrete form and a method of using the insulated concrete form are also disclosed.

Abstract: A device and method for keeping rain water away from the foundation of a structure while providing a decorative border.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method to produce composite materials, which contain customized mixes of nano- and/or micro-particles with tailored electromagnetic spectral properties, structural elements based thereon, in particular layers, but also bulk materials including inhomogeneous bulk materials. In some embodiments the IR-reflectivity is enhanced predominantly independently of reflectivity for visible wavelength. The enhanced IR-reflectivity is achieved by combining spectral properties from a plurality of nano- and/or micro-particles of distinct size distribution, shape distribution, chemical composition, crystal structure, and crystallinity distribution. This enables to approximate desired target spectra better than know solutions, which comprise only a single type of particles and/or an uncontrolled natural size distribution.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a melamine-formaldehyde foam comprising microspheres having a core comprising at least one active and/or effective substance selected from the group consisting of inorganic compounds, latent heat accumulators, flame retardants, surfactants, detergents, dyes, fragrances, biocidally acting substances, intumescents, hydrophobicizing agents, adhesives, substances influencing haptics or the soil release behavior, formaldehyde scavenger, substances improving indoor air quality, skin care products and formulations, abrasives and mixtures thereof and having a shell comprising at least one melamine-formaldehyde resin, a process for their preparation and to the use thereof.

Abstract: A structural assembly for use in building applications is disclosed. The assembly has spaced inner and outer face sheets, as well as one or more intermediate panels positioned between the inner and outer face sheets. The assembly provides an enhanced ability to dissipate blast or projectile impact forces and to carry the forces throughout the assembly, thus maintaining sufficient structural integrity in the building to enable the occupants to evacuate, to enable contents to be evacuated, and to enable reuse of the building itself.

Abstract: A method for the manufacture of a foldable building plate element by providing a flat plate (1), providing of at least one folding groove (2) in the flat plate, providing a folding profile (6), comprising two side wings (7) and an interposed folding portion (8), and fitting the folding groove into the folding profile in such a way, for example by gluing, that the side wings thereof form a strong connection with the two side faces (5) of the folding groove. The side wings are interconnected with each other through a bridging strip (9), which will be removed when the plate is folded. The wings are further provided with connecting means (10) that snap-connect with each other when the side wings are folded towards each other. If desired, a filler strip (11) can be inserted between the side wings.

Abstract: A wall panel of a moveable and demountable frameless wall panel system that is secured between a floor of a room and a ceiling rail secured to a ceiling of the room. The wall panel includes a frameless panel, an upper clamp assembly, a ceiling track configured to be removably inserted into the ceiling rail, a lower clamp assembly, a first height adjustment mechanism secured to the lower clamp assembly, a second height adjustment mechanism, and a bottom floor channel receiving the first height and second height adjustment mechanisms.

Abstract: A building panel includes a substantially planar first side and a second side having at least one formation. Each formation includes a work surface spaced form the first side.