Abstract: A grinder guard assembly disclosed for a grinder blade includes a rotatable and adjustable indexed grinder guard defining a plurality of indexed and chamfered holes adjacent to an inner ring thereof and an “L” edge configured on an outer circumference thereof to form a guard by retaining grinding debris and preventing outside intervention. The grinder guard assembly also includes an annulus forming a single member with an inside washer and an outside washer and a space there between configured to slidably retain the indexed grinder guard in a common plane with the washers, the annulus configured to axially attach to a hub of the grinder. The grinder guard assembly further includes torque sensitive protrusions mounted from the outside washer, the protrusions configured to lock with the chamfered holes of the indexed grinder guard and retract therefrom based a torque force applied to the indexed grinder guard relative to the annulus.

Abstract: An abrasive article having a plurality of apertures arranged in a non-uniform distribution pattern, wherein the pattern is spiral or phyllotactic, and in particular those patterns described by the Vogel equation. Also, provided is a back-up pad having a spiral or phyllotactic patterns of air flow paths, such as in the form of open channels. The back-up pad can be specifically adapted to correspond with an abrasive article having a non-uniform distribution pattern. Alternatively, the back-up pad can be used in conjunction with conventional perforated coated abrasives. The abrasive articles having a non-uniform distribution pattern of apertures and the back-up pads can be used together as an abrasive system.

Abstract: A shot processing apparatus according to an aspect includes: a projector; a set table configured to support the workpiece from below and be rotatable about an axis; a retaining mechanism including a retainer opposed to the set table with the workpiece interposed, the retainer being configured to be rotatable about the axis and movable in a direction of the axis; a rotational force driver configured to apply rotational force to the retainer through a transmission mechanism; and a lifting mechanism including a pressing holder capable of being lifted and lowered above the retaining mechanism, the lifting mechanism being at a distance from the retaining mechanism when the pressing holder is located above a reference height, the lifting mechanism applying pressing force to the workpiece through the retainer when the pressing holder is located below the reference height.

Abstract: Disclosed herein, in certain embodiments, are composite materials, methods, tools and abrasive materials comprising a tungsten-based metal composition and an alloy. In some cases, the composite materials or material are resistant to oxidation.

Abstract: A method of fabricating a diamond compact includes functionalizing surfaces of diamond nanoparticles with fluorine; combining the functionalized diamond nanoparticles with a non-group-VIII metal to form a particle mixture; and subjecting the particle mixture to high pressure and high temperature (HPHT) conditions to form inter-granular bonds between the diamond nanoparticles. A cutting element for an earth-boring tool includes a plurality of grains of diamond material; a plurality of diamond nanoparticles bonded to the plurality of grains of diamond material; and a non-group-VIII metal fluoride disposed within interstitial spaces between the grains of diamond material and the plurality of diamond nanoparticles. The cutting element is substantially free of a metal-solvent catalyst.

Abstract: A tool for fixing purlins to a roof truss including a first rotatable jaw for attaching to a reference purlin and a plurality of spaced apart jaws for holding further purlins that are to be positioned. The tool is rotated to an upright position to accept the purlins to be placed and then rotated such that the purlins are placed on the roof truss in alignment for fixing.

Abstract: A ratcheting spreader system includes a construction frame that has a pair of lateral arms. A spreader has a first half is slidably coupled to a second half. The spreader includes an urging unit extending between the first half and the second half. The urging unit may be manipulated thereby spacing the first half a selected distance from the second half. The spreader is selectively positioned between the lateral arms such each of the first half and the second half engages an associated one of the lateral arms. The urging unit urges each of the lateral arms a precise distance apart from each other. Thus, the lateral arms may be secured during construction.

Abstract: A jaw wrench includes two first bodies, a second body a function end unit and a control unit. The first bodies each have a first toothed hole. The second body has a second toothed hole. The function unit includes a third body and a fourth body pivotably connected to the third body. The third body has a first toothed portion and is connected to the second body. The fourth body has a second toothed portion. An object is clamped between the first and second toothed portions. The control unit has two control members, two second resilient members and two covers. The two control members extend into the two first and second bodies and each have a third toothed hole which is engaged with the first/second toothed hole. When the control members are pushed, the third toothed holes are disengaged from the first toothed hole.

Abstract: A ratchet wrench includes a first body made of light material and has a first recess, a closed bottom, a first hole, a first groove, a second recess and a shoulder formed between the first and second recesses. A second body made of strong material and has a first portion and a second portion so as to be respectively received in the first and second recesses. The first portion is rested on the shoulder. A ratchet wheel and a pawl respectively received in the second body, and a switch unit is connected to the second body to operate the pawl to be engaged with the ratchet wheel. The ratchet wrench has simple structure and easily assembled and manufactured. The ratchet wrench is light and durable.

Abstract: This disclosure discloses a multifunctional screwdriver, in which the ratchet head is provided with flanged structures, grooves and gap structures, the gap structure is provided with circular holes inside, and the bottom of the ratchet head is provided with a projecture. The matching shaft is provided with embossments and a connecting hole. The front end surface of the handle is provided with a mounting hole matched with the matching shaft, and the back end surface of the handle is provided with a shape-matching hole. One end of the matching shaft which has said embossment is connectable to said ratchet head, the embossment is inserted in said circular hole, and the projecture is connectable to the shape-matching hole. Through the assembly of the projecture and the shape-matching hole, it allows the user to use the screwdriver in narrow working environment.

Abstract: An installation tool/fastening system employs an installation tool which is adapted for fastening a top plate to a roof support member or other structural connections and is particularly adapted for use in driving a wide variety of fasteners. One installation tool embodiment is adapted for driving a fastener having a head with a maximum diameter greater than the major diameter of the fastener threads. The installation tool is also adaptable to drive fasteners having a wide variety of drive-type head configurations including an external drive head and various recessed or socket configurations provided in the fastener head.

Abstract: A tool includes a non-circular first engaging portion formed at the first end of a body, the first engaging portion has a first groove defined in the outside thereof. The first groove is located substantially at a middle portion of the first engaging portion. A second engaging portion is located at the distal end of the first engaging portion and has a second groove defined in the outside of the second engaging portion. The second groove is located close to the distal end of the second engaging portion. A function end is formed at the second end of the body. A passage is defined axially through the body.

Abstract: A torque reactor employs a first socket with a first drive element engaging the first socket and a second socket with a second drive element engaging the second socket. The first drive element has a first receiving channel and the second drive element has a second receiving channel. A shaft is received in the first receiving channel second receiving channel. A first engagement mechanism secures the shaft in the first receiving channel and a second engagement mechanism secures the shaft in the second receiving channel.

Abstract: A breaking torque wrench (2) comprises a head portion 8 pivotally connected to a main tubular body (4) and a breaking mechanism (10) comprising a first part (22) and a second part (24) which have a movable point of mutual contact, wherein the first part (22) is connected to the head portion 8 and the second part 24 is resiliently urged into contact with the first part (22), such that when the torque wrench (2) is used to apply a predetermined torque, the first part (22) moves relative to the second part (25), allowing the head portion (8) to pivot about the main tubular body (4) of the torque wrench and the second part 24 to move relative to the main tubular body (4).

Abstract: A replacement tool removes an old bushing or installs a new bushing in a driveshaft yoke. A fixture has a guide chamber facing a bushing bore and a first threaded passage. A traveler mounted in the fixture has a plunger received in the guide chamber and a socket that holds the bushing. The plunger has a second threaded passage aligned with the first passage and having a smaller diameter. A set screw can lock the bushing into the socket. A removal bolt with a shaft matching the second passage is inserted through both passages. Turning of the removal bolt retracts the traveler and extracts the bushing. The tool is reconfigured with an installation bolt in the first passage only. A push plug is placed in the guide chamber to transfer force from the installation bolt to the plunger during turning of the installation bolt to press fit a new bushing.

Abstract: The disclosure discloses a driving machine includes a trigger, a first switch turned on or off by an operation of the trigger, a push lever that moves in response to an operation of pressing an ejection port of a fastener against a driven material, and a second switch turned on or off by movement of the push lever. The driving machine drives the fastener when the first switch and the second switch are both in the ON state. The trigger includes a switching mechanism to switch between a single-shot driving mode and a continuous-shot driving mode.

Abstract: A piston assembly for a nailer is provided, and includes a piston body with an upper surface, a lower surface and a peripheral edge. A peripheral gland is located between the upper and lower surfaces, the gland having an inner closed end and defining an annular space. An annular piston seal is disposed in the gland, and a plurality of spaced air ports are disposed adjacent the peripheral edge, the ports each being in fluid communication with the gland. The gland and the seal are dimensioned so that during a power cycle of the nailer, pressurized air generated during a fastener driving stroke enters the ports and radially expands the seal for enhancing friction between the seal and a surrounding cylinder. During a return stroke, the seal is radially retracted within the gland to reduce friction between the seal and the cylinder.

Abstract: The invention describes objects that may be formed by unfolding and combining in space several parts, initially folded into a pocket knife-like enclosure. The unfolded parts have their own specific utility, and may represent different animal limbs and when combined may form animal figurines in different postures; several of the figurines with different limb positioning may illustrate actions such as eating, sleeping or grazing.

Abstract: Workers who are engaged in working on equipment often require specialized equipment beyond the regular screwdrivers, pliers and wrenches. Through trial and error certain tools have been found to be invaluable, most of those combining multiple functions into a single tool. More options in a single tool mean fewer tools and lighter loads but each industry has its unique fasteners, usually to prevent unauthorized access to dangerous or proprietary equipment, such as electrical vaults and electronic hardware. Some of these tools, such as the Leatherman, are known across industries.

Abstract: A multipurpose hand held tool includes a handle and one or more tools. The multipurpose tool may include an inletted recess defined in the handle, and an accessory tool retained within the inletted recess. The multipurpose tool also may include a rotatable tool and a locking mechanism for locking the rotatable tool in multiple positions. The multipurpose tool further may include a compact spanner wrench rotatably connected to the handle. The multipurpose tool may include a knife assembly detachably connected to the handle. The multipurpose tool also may include a ratcheting bit driver located within the handle. The multipurpose tool further may include a multi-layered plier head. The multipurpose may include a hybrid bearing system. The multipurpose tool also may include a flashlight detachably coupled to the handle. In this manner, the multipurpose tool may incorporate multiple tools and accessories for completing various tasks.

Abstract: A hand tool includes a first body, a locking member and a second body. The first body has a function end, a pivotal hole, a first toothed portion, a first groove, a second groove and a first restriction groove. The locking member has a second toothed portion, a second restriction groove, a first connection portion, a restriction member, an engaging member and a resilient member. The second body has a third connection portion connected to the first connection portion to connect the first and second bodies. When the locking member moves to a first position, the engaging member is engaged with the first groove. The first toothed portion is engaged with the second toothed portion. When the locking member moves to a second position, the engaging member is engaged with the second groove. The first toothed portion is disengaged from the second toothed portion.

Abstract: The invention relates to a knife, comprising a blade holder and a blade having a blade plane, wherein the blade is arranged in such a way that the blade is retained in the blade holder at two points spaced apart from each other, i.e., a first point and a second point. In order to compensate hardening distortion that occurs when the blade is hardened, according to the invention the blade is retained in a non-displaceable manner at the first point and displaceably in a displacement direction at the second point with respect to the blade plane, wherein the shortest distance of the displacement direction going through the second point from the first point is greater than zero.

Abstract: A women's tool kit facilitates use of tools by women. The kit includes a perimeter wall coupled to and extending from a bottom panel defining an interior space of a container. The container includes a top panel pivotally coupled to the perimeter wall to cover the interior space. A medial section of the top panel is clear such that the interior space is visible through the top panel when the top panel covers the interior space. Interior walls define a plurality of compartments within the interior space. Each of a plurality of tools is positionable within an associated one of the compartments. The tools include a plurality of hand held tools sized to fit an average woman's hand size. Instruction media is positionable in the container providing instructions on proper use of each of the tools.

Abstract: A hanging system for garden tools and other implements is provided. The hanging system includes a hook member at a proximal end of a handle of a tool. With the hook member, the tool can be suspended from a longitudinal and horizontal support member with the tool head down, and the tool can be slid along the support member while suspended. To retrieve or replace a tool, adjacent tools can be slid along the support member so that they are less likely to become entangled and they do not interfere with removal or replacement of the tool. Because the tool head is located at the bottom, tools are less likely to fall and cause serious injury.

Abstract: A squaring device includes a longitudinal square component configured to form a flange defining a slot therein, the slot adapted to rotatably receive a flat stock end. An “L” shaped square component includes a first outside edge and a second outside edge, the first and the second outside edges configured to form a flange defining a slot therein along a length of the flange, the flange adapted to rotatably receive one of the first forty-five degree and the second forty-five degree flat stock ends of the longitudinal square component. A magnetic clip is adjustable to fit either the flange end or the flat stock ends of the longitudinal square and the “L” square components via adjustable linear force sensitive pins, wherein a squaring device is formed and fixed magnetically and mechanically in place for pipe fitting by a combination thereof. Level indicators therein include magnifying lens and lighting.

Abstract: A multidimensional input device includes an anthropomorphic arm with a handpiece which can be grasped by an operator configured to interact with a scenario represented in a display unit. The handpiece is removably associable to the terminal section of the anthropomorphic arm through a magnetic coupling spherical joint and includes: an inertial platform having an accelerometer, a gyroscope and a magnetometer; a gripper provided for the operator. The spherical joint has a spherical head belonging to the terminal section of the anthropomorphic arm or the handpiece, the spherical head being configured to be removable coupled to a corresponding spherical seat belonging to the handpiece or the terminal section of the anthropomorphic arm. The spherical head and/or the spherical seat are magnetised.

Abstract: An irradiation apparatus includes a light source unit to emit light, a light condenser, disposed on a light path of the light emitted from the light source unit, to condense the light emitted from the light source unit, a first diffuser, disposed on a light path of the light exiting from the light condenser, to diffuse the light condensed by the light condenser, an optical equalizer, disposed downstream of the first diffuser, to equalize a luminance distribution of the light entering the optical equalizer from the first diffuser and to output the light having the equalized luminance distribution, and a second diffuser, disposed downstream of the optical equalizer, to diffuse the light exiting from the optical equalizer.

Abstract: A method for adjusting a transfer apparatus fastened to a robotically displaceable transfer arm and comprising a holder for a liquid vessel in an automated analysis machine, by way of measuring a first and second force effect on the holder with the aid of a sensor, wherein, if the measured force effects do not deviate from one another by more than a predetermined amount, the transfer apparatus is sufficiently adjusted in respect of a receiving position, and wherein, if the measured force effects deviate from one another by more than a predetermined amount, an adjustment of the transfer apparatus in respect of the receiving position is carried out.

Abstract: An operation instruction list including starting points and ending points of trajectories of a plurality of robot arms is generated (a trajectory definition data generation process). Order of generation of trajectories is determined in accordance with the operation instruction list (a generation order determination process). A trajectory of a specific robot arm included in the operation instruction list is generated in accordance with a starting point and an ending point such that the trajectory avoids obstacle spaces registered in the obstacle memory when trajectories of other robot arms are generated (a trajectory generation process). A sweeping space in which a structure of the arm sweeps when the robot arm is operated along the generated trajectory is added to the obstacle memory as an obstacle space to be avoided by the other robot arm (an obstacle registration process).

Abstract: A method of controlling a robot system including an articulated robot and a control device is provided. The articulated robot includes links connected by joints, motors configured to drive the joints respectively, and detection devices configured to detect rotation amounts of the joints respectively. The control device controls the motors. The method includes the steps of, by the control device, recording movement information of the joints based on outputs of the detection devices; when detecting an abnormality in the operation of the articulated robot, determining presence or absence of a failure in the articulated robot based on the movement information recorded in at least a period from before detection of the abnormality until detection of the abnormality; and specifying a failure portion of the articulated robot if it is determined that there is a failure in the articulated robot in the step of determining.

Abstract: A system for controlling a robot by brain electrical signal, includes a screen, an electronic signal detection device, and a host computer. The screen shows a plurality of icons thereon, and the plurality of icons flashes at different frequencies. The electrical signal detection device detects brain electrical signal when one of the plurality of icons is stared. The host computer stores a plurality of personal reference parameters corresponding to the plurality of icons of the screen. The host computer processes the brain electrical signal to get parameters of use, and compares the parameters of use with the plurality of personal reference parameters to choose and execute the icon which is stared.

Abstract: A camera on a robotic arm end effector is used to locate a workpiece coordinate system transformation in rotation and translation with respect to the end effector coordinate system by successively measuring an offset between a target affixed to the workpiece and its expected location. The target reflects energy from a light beam provided by a light beam source. A beam splitter is used to align the light beam with a line of sight of the camera.

Abstract: An endoscope captures images of a surgical site for display in a viewing area of a monitor. When a tool is outside the viewing area, a GUI indicates the position of the tool by positioning a symbol in a boundary area around the viewing area so as to indicate the tool position. The distance of the out-of-view tool from the viewing area may be indicated by the size, color, brightness, or blinking or oscillation frequency of the symbol. A distance number may also be displayed on the symbol. The orientation of the shaft or end effector of the tool may be indicated by an orientation indicator superimposed over the symbol, or by the orientation of the symbol itself. When the tool is inside the viewing area, but occluded by an object, the GUI superimposes a ghost tool at its current position and orientation over the occluding object.

Abstract: To reliably allow the user to recognize occurrence of a notification event, a notification control device (1) includes a notification posture selecting section (14) configured to select a notification posture suited for allowing the user to recognize occurrence of a notification event, a transition information generating section (15) configured to generate transition information, the transition information being information on a posture transition process, through which the posture of the robot (100) transitions to the notification posture, and a notification method selecting section (16) configured to select a notification method, which is a method for the notification of the notification event.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for remote (at a distance) actuation of points of control, such as valves and switches. Controlling a switch or valve at a distance is achieved by a support member having a movable portion, with the moveable portion including an elongate member, and a drive mechanism in communication with the moveable portion. A motor, hand crank, or other force transmission apparatus acts to move the drive mechanism and thus the movable portion and elongate member such that a valve or switch is actuated at a distance.

Abstract: In order to prevent swiveling of unintended joint pieces and enhance positioning and motion reproducibility of a distal end portion, a bending mechanism includes: a plurality of joint pieces connected in series along the longitudinal axis; a plurality of elongated tension-transmissions that transmit tensions for individually driving the joint pieces; and at least one guide having guide channels that movably support the tension-transmissions in the longitudinal direction thereof and that guide the tension-transmissions along curved paths extending around the longitudinal axis.

Abstract: A robot includes a first arm that has a drive unit, a second arm that is disposed in the first arm, and that can be displaced with respect to the first arm by the drive unit, and a flexible member that is fixed to the first arm by a first fixing portion, and that is fixed to the second arm by a second fixing portion. The flexible member has a folding portion disposed between the first fixing portion and the second fixing portion, a first portion disposed between the first fixing portion and the folding portion, and a second portion disposed between the second fixing portion and the folding portion. At least one of the first portion and the second portion has a uniform portion both in a state where the drive unit is driven and in a state where the drive unit is not driven.

Abstract: In a robot safety system, a safety controller specifies a robot that a worker is looking at based on position of worker and/or visual field of worker, and acquires distance between robot and worker based on position information. Safety controller generates a fence image of which display mode is changed depending on distance to robot, which is a virtual image showing a boundary position of an operating range of robot, based on acquired distance. Generated fence image is displayed on a glasses type display device that the working is wearing such that fence image overlaps visual field of worker. In another example of the robot safety system, a virtual fence may be displayed on a head mount type display device as a fence image, and display mode of fence image may be optimized such that work efficiency of worker is affected as little as possible.

Abstract: A folding knife that uses a four bar linkage mechanism to open and close. The knife can include a means of one hand opening and closing as well as a means to become latched in, and released from, a fixed position. The four bar linkage knife includes a blade, a handle, and the motion of a four bar linkage to open and close the knife. The four bar knife provides inherent safety because the four bar linkage motion can not fold onto the users hand.

Abstract: The invention relates to a shaver, comprising a handle, at least two rotary shaving heads, driven by at least one drive shaft which protrudes from said handle, and a support structure for supporting said shaving heads onto the handle so as to have their joined shaving surface (S) extend substantially perpendicular to said at least one drive shaft. The support structure is configured such, that a space (A), restricted at one side by the shaving heads and at the opposite side by the handle, is substantially open to its remaining, surrounding side.

Abstract: A trimming blade system has a front and includes a supporting plate, a blade, and a cover plate. The blade has a cutting edge facing forwardly toward the front of the trimming blade system. The trimming blade system has a comb provided with teeth which project forwardly toward the front of the trimming blade system and which overlap the cutting edge. Each of the teeth has an upper face, two lateral faces, and a lower face. The lower face of each of the teeth is joined to the lateral faces by opposite chamfered faces.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a knife spline sleeve attachment apparatus. More specifically, the knife spine sleeve attachment apparatus comprises a body portion comprising a first side and a second side and a channel between the first side and the second side, the channel configured to be placed on the spine and held on the blade of a knife, the body portion further comprising an upper element above the channel and connecting the first side to the second side, and extending above the spine of the knife when placed and held thereon to aid a knife user in holding and utilizing the knife to cut food product. Methods of using the same are further provided.

Abstract: The bite slicer apparatus, an apparatus to slice up a crepe on a paper plate, consists of three main parts the mainboard (1) the knife-unit (9) and the bite-stabilizer (14) consisting of the mainboard (1) has been designed in the shape of a U-profile with the lower handle (7) fitted on one side and the bearings (2) fitted on the opposite side, inside the bearings (2) is situated the axis (3), the knife-unit (9) which is made up of a number of blades (11) swings 125° on the axis (3), the bite-stabilizer (14) which is made up of a number of D-rings (15) swings 160° on the axis (3).

Abstract: Calibrating the operation of a cutter used in a portioning system to cut workpieces into portions, wherein the workpiece is carried along a driven conveyance device past a scanner and then to a cutting apparatus. The calibration method employs a correction algorithm to correct for variables or limitations in the condition of one or more components of the portioning system and/or variations or limitations in the operation or operational capabilities of the portioning system. The correction algorithm may also factor in the physical condition, configuration, or composition of the workpieces being portioned, as well as whether the workpieces move on the conveyance device prior to and/or during the portioning operation.

Abstract: A power operated rotary knife including: a handle assembly, a head assembly and a vacuum attachment assembly. The handle assembly includes an elongated cylindrical handle housing defining a handle assembly longitudinal axis extending through a throughbore of the handle housing. The head assembly including a rotary knife blade having an intermediate driven gear, a blade housing supporting the knife blade for rotation and a frame having a lower section and an upper section. A lower section of the blade housing extending laterally from the lower section of the frame and an upper section of the blade housing extending laterally from the upper section of the frame and encircling an axially extending portion of the rotary knife blade adjacent the driven gear. The blade housing including a bearing assembly including a first bearing member disposed in the lower section and a second bearing member disposed in the upper section.

Abstract: An elongated blade (22) is mountable to a mounting assembly (29) of a portioning apparatus (10). The blade (22) uniformly tapers from the heel (70) to the tip (72) of the blade and is substantially straight along its entire length. The cutting edge (76) of the blade (22) extends substantially the full length of the lower edge of the blade and is of substantially constant profile. The heel end (78) of the blade is blunt, as is the spine (79) of the blade at the heel end, whereby compression forces are applied to these blunt surfaces by a blade holder (80) to secure the blade against the holder. An aperture (82) extends through the cheek portion (74) of the blade to engage with a pin or stud (116). The aperture (82) is held tightly against the pin or stud by a retainer (140), which is loadable against the holder (80), also causing the spine (79) of the blade to be pressed against the holder.

Abstract: The purpose of the invention is to provide an easier approach to utilizing plastic film wrap in the home by using a method to cut the film cleanly without resorting to tearing the film along a sharp metal or plastic ridge as is found on most commercial products. The device uses a low voltage to melt and cut the film as it is placed on a momentarily heated wire.

Abstract: A power tool has a sprocket wheel cover mounted on a housing and a guide bar secured between housing and sprocket wheel cover and having a guide groove for a saw chain. The guide bar has a guide slot extending in a longitudinal direction of the guide bar and guiding the guide bar on a guide element for longitudinal movement relative to the housing. The guide bar has a first exterior side extending in a first plane and facing the housing and a second exterior side extending in a second plane and facing the sprocket wheel cover. The guide bar has an oil supply opening extending from the second exterior side into the guide groove and connected by an oil supply channel with an oil supply device. The oil supply channel has a channel section separate from the guide bar and extending from the first to the second plane.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for production of wood material articles with low emissions of chemical compounds. The applied wood is treated with bisulfite before bonding. On using formaldehyde resins in the bonding agent, wood material articles can be produced with the inventive method with extremely low formaldehyde emissions and very bright colours.

Abstract: A slurry distribution system can include a feed conduit and a distribution conduit in fluid communication therewith. The feed conduit can include a first feed inlet and a second feed inlet disposed in spaced relationship thereto. The distribution conduit can extend generally along a longitudinal axis and include an entry portion and a distribution outlet in fluid communication therewith. The entry portion is in fluid communication with the first and second feed inlets of the feed conduit. The distribution outlet extends a predetermined distance along a transverse axis, which is substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. The slurry distribution system can be placed in fluid communication with a gypsum slurry mixer adapted to agitate water and calcined gypsum to form an aqueous calcined gypsum slurry.