Abstract: A drain cleaning apparatus includes a handle and a clog-catching member detachably connected to the handle. Wings, barbs or hooks project radially from the clog-catching member. The wings, barbs or hooks provide an angled projection that catches and holds a clump of debris in a drain pipe for pulling the clump out and unclogging the drain. Different end tools can be removably connected to a clog-catching member or to a smooth extension member to provide multifunctionality. The handle, clog-catching members, smooth extension members and tools can be connected together using a quick-connect connector, such as a snap fastener, a keyhole fastener or a side-release buckle, or a threaded connector. In addition to drain cleaning, the apparatus can be fitted with tools such as a magnet, grabber, light, camera and/or video for retrieval of objects and inspection of a space that is difficult to view directly.

Abstract: A fill valve system with a float nested in a container connected to the fill valve and a siphon device passing water out of the container into the toilet tank, with the siphon device having an air vent dimensioned such that: (i) tank refilling is delayed until after the flush valve closes; (ii) the fill valve is not turned on by small leaks in the tank; and (iii) the fill valve turns off when it encounters large leaks in the tank.

Abstract: Provided is a system, method, and apparatus for preventing repeated use of a restroom appliance with visual feedback. The system includes a valve configured to control flow of a fluid by at least one valve operation, an actuator configured to request a use of the restroom appliance, at least one indicator configured to display at least three different visual states, and at least one controller in communication with the actuator, the valve, and the at least one indicator. The at least one controller is programmed or configured to control the at least one indicator to display a first visual state, receive a plurality of requests to operate the restroom appliance exceeding a maximum number of valve operations, perform a first valve operation in response to receiving a first request, and control the at least one indicator to display a second visual state in response to performing the first valve operation.

Abstract: An installation unit for a bathroom, having at least one wall cladding element covering a bathroom wall. At least one transmitter unit having at least one associated transmitter antenna, which is part of a wireless power and/or signal transmission device, is disposed on the rear side, facing away from the visible side, of the wall cladding element. The transmitter unit can be coupled in a wireless power and/or signal transmitting connection to a receiver unit positioned in the bathroom.

Abstract: An improved connection between supporting and supported structural members, particularly between the sheathing and framing members of curtain walls, wherein the connector is an angular member having first and second plates joined at an angular junction and the second plate is formed with a plurality of elongated slots and the fastening in the elongated slot closest to the angular juncture is reinforced.

Abstract: A slide clip comprises a first plate and a second plate that are bent relative to each other and connected to each other at a juncture. In some embodiments, the first plate comprises a first internal flange positioned between a first lateral edge and a second lateral edge of the first plate. The first internal flange extends toward the second plate. The first plate further comprises a first slot positioned between the first internal flange and the first lateral edge. In other embodiments, the first plate further comprises a second internal flange and a second slot. The second slot may be positioned between the second internal flange and the second lateral edge. In some embodiments, an opening may be positioned between the first internal flange and the second internal flange.

Abstract: A concrete insert for metal deck formed concrete includes an elongate, generally planar body having opposite upper and lower faces, and opposite first and second longitudinal ends. A rod opening is located between the first and second longitudinal ends and extends through the upper and lower faces of the elongate, generally planar body. A female screw thread extends at least partially about a perimeter of the rod opening and protrudes at least one of above the upper face and below the lower face. The female screw thread is configured to threadably mate with a male thread of a threaded rod.

Abstract: A building wrap membrane comprising a sheet of spunbonded polypropylene fabric member with integral pressure sensitive permeable adhesive coated on the back of the member and a drainage matrix secured to the front surface of the member, the drainage matrix being comprised of individual thermoplastic threads randomly laid down to form a net and secured together by heat bonding with the threads formed into spaced rows with a channel therebetween.

Abstract: The invention relates to a support column system (100) for supporting at least one computer installation (101, 102), wherein the support column system comprises the following: a) at least one elongate support column (1) which is arranged for vertical fitting; b) at least one vertical fastening means (7) which is arranged for fastening the support column (1) vertically to a floor, a ceiling, or a wall of a room, or for fastening said support column (1) to a roller platform; c) at least one first support installation (2) that is fastened to the support column (1), for supporting at least one visual output device (101) of the computer installation; d) at least one second support installation (3) that is fastened to the support column (1), for supporting at least one manual input device (102) of the computer installation; characterized in that the support column (1) has at least one cut-out in an externally accessible wall, and at least one functional element (40) is routed through the cut-out, wherein at lea

Abstract: A passive ventilation panel and system, in particular for use in doors, ceilings, walls and partitions enables an exchange of supply and return air for at least one room or a room, without the need for additional ventilation equipment, such as ducts, and without the needs to install wall openings or grills for the supply and exhaust air in the space.

Abstract: A cementitious composite for in-situ hydration includes a first layer, a second layer spaced from the first layer, and a cementitious mixture disposed between the first layer and the second layer. The cementitious mixture includes cementitious materials. The cementitious mixture is configured to absorb a mass of water that provides a maximum 28 day compressive strength of the cementitious composite upon curing which is represented by Mw=x·Mc. Mw is the mass of the water per unit area of the cementitious composite. Mc is a mass of the cementitious materials of the cementitious mixture per unit area of the cementitious composite. x is a ratio of the mass of the water relative to the mass of the cementitious materials of the cementitious mixture per unit area of the cementitious composite that provides the maximum 28 day compressive strength of the cementitious composite. x is between 0.25 and 0.55.

Abstract: A roofing material is provided having an asphalt-coated mat or felt made up of or in combinations of fiberglass, polyester, nylon, cotton, cellulosic fibers or materials, polyethylene, polypropylene, co-polymers, melamine, phenolic, acrylics, polycarbonate, carbon fiber, clay, metallic in woven, non-woven, strands or sheets, styrene compounds, rubber, silk, leather, or wool in a woven, non-woven, or solid form. The surfacing materials can be made up of or in combination minerals, plastic particles or film, metal particles or film, cement particles, clay particles, paints, coatings, glass, ceramics, wood, wood fiber, or composite materials.

Abstract: A metal roofing member 1 is disposed side by side with another metal roofing member on a roof base. The metal roofing member 1 has a box-shaped front substrate 10 made of a metal sheet, a rear substrate 11 disposed on the rear side of the front substrate 10, so as to cover an opening of the front substrate 10, and a core material 12 made from a foam resin and filled in between the front substrate 10 and the rear substrate 11. The front substrate 10 results from forming the metal sheet into a box shape. The front substrate 10 has a side wall portion that is continuous in the circumferential direction and is formed by performing drawing or bulging processing on the metal sheet. The front substrate 10 has a height of 4 mm to 8 mm.

Abstract: Hip and ridge shingles may be single layer or laminated. One hip and ridge shingle has a base layer and a dimensional layer affixed to the base layer by an adhesive line that extends in the machine direction and along the width of the base and the dimensional layers. The adhesive line is disposed on only one lateral side of the base layer and dimensional layers to allow movement of another lateral side of the dimensional layer relative to the base layer. Another laminated hip and ridge shingle includes a base layer and a dimensional layer affixed to the base layer by an adhesive line that extends in the machine direction and along the width of the base and the dimensional layers. Sealant that comprises at least two parallel lines of sealant material that extend in the machine direction of the base and dimensional layers is disposed on a bottom surface of the base layer for adhering the hip and ridge shingle to an underlying hip and ridge shingle.

Abstract: A flashing laminate includes a thermoplastic sheet having a bottom surface, a first longitudinal edge, and a second longitudinal edge, the flashing laminate includes an adhesive layer on a longitudinally extending portion of the bottom surface adjacent to one of the longitudinal edges, and a release liner positioned over the adhesive tape.

Abstract: The present document describes a slip resistant sheet material for roofing having a thickness and being adapted for a worker to walk thereon in his footwear. The slip resistant sheet material comprises a base layer and a thermoplastic layer affixed to the base layer. The thermoplastic layer comprises embossments and corresponding depressions transverse to the thickness of the slip resistance material whereby, when the worker walks on the slip resistant sheet material, there exists friction between the footwear and the embossments in the thermoplastic layer thereby providing slip resistance.

Abstract: An apparatus is described for terminating a floor section (2) having a slab or stone paving (3) comprising a fastening leg (1) running parallel to the floor and a terminating leg (6) which protrudes from this fastening leg (1) and which is bent backwards in a fold-like manner at its end (9) opposite the fastening leg (1) and comprising a U-shaped plug-on profile (10) which can be plugged onto this terminating leg (6). In order to enable fairly large quantities of water to flow off easily, it is proposed that a web (7) which slopes down from the fastening leg (1) and forms a channel jointly with the terminating leg (6) is arranged between the fastening leg (1) and the terminating leg (6).

Abstract: A universal gutter hanger assembly includes a hanger body having a front end and a back end. A front attachment feature at the front end of the hanger body is configured to engage with a front end of the gutter. A back attachment feature at the back end is configured to engage with a back end of the gutter. The back attachment includes a clip extending upwardly from the back end and configured to engage with gutters having various configurations of back ends. In some examples, the hanger body includes an arcuate-shaped bottom surface that extends from the front end to the back end.

Abstract: A system for removing snow from a rooftop comprising a plurality of interconnected pipes installed on the rooftop configured to provide a fluidic path to carry heat transfer fluid. The plurality of interconnected pipes forms a framework over the rooftop. A roof cover is attached to the interconnected pipes to cover the rooftop. The heat exchange pump circulates the heat transfer fluid through the interconnected pipes to maintain the temperature of the rooftop cover above the freezing temperature for the snow to melt and slide down from the roof. A solar panel charges a rechargeable battery which is configured to supply power to a heater configured to heat the heat transfer fluid. A controller controls the heater and heat exchange pump to supply the heat transfer fluid to the interconnected pipes to heat the roof cover. The roof cover is a combination of fiber added thermally conductive plastic material and plastic polymer.

Abstract: Modular structure (1) comprising: a plurality of modules (2), each module (2) having a basic element (5) comprising a basic body (6) that is identical to the basic bodies (6) of the basic elements (5) of the other modules (2), and a facade element (20) chosen from a range of facade elements that each have different functionalities, the basic element (5) and the facade element (20) of each module (2) being designed to be mounted removably one on the other such that the facade element (20) covers at least a part of a front face (7) of the basic element (5), a plurality of connectors (30) that are each designed to connect two modules (2) disposed adjacently, each connector (30) having a connector body (31) that is identical to the connector bodies (31) of the other connectors (30).

Abstract: Articulated dismountable modular scaffolding of the type assembled at the workplace by means of parts comprising a structure that can be assembled and disassembled, characterised by the fact it is made up by the following interconnected parts: Vertical Tubes (1), Joints (N). The joints (N) are the points where vertical [bars] converge with horizontal or diagonal ones, being formed by two symmetrical, semi-circular semi-joints.

Abstract: A 3D printer with a lift mechanism is disclosed. The 3D printer is coupled to the lift mechanism which is in turn coupled to a base or the ground. The lift mechanism comprises telescopically extendable columns comprising concentric cylinders positioned within one another, so as to extend and collapse fully, thus raising and lowering the 3D printer to a specific height. The lift mechanism further comprises extendable and lockable diagonals which connect neighboring telescopic columns at their top portions in a helical fashion. The diagonals are installed for sturdiness and support as the lift is operated, as well as to position the lift at a desired height when the diagonals are locked in place. The lift mechanism may comprise 2 telescopic cylinder columns or 3 or more telescopic cylinder columns. The lift mechanism comprises at least a first stage and an intermediate stage, and optionally a last stage.

Abstract: A wall repair apparatus comprising a body, a top surface, a bottom surface, and an edge or a perimeter comprising a plurality of irregularly spaced protrusions of variable length and variable depth. The plurality of irregularly spaced protrusions or variable length and variable depth may form a rag edge or a deckled edge that allows for a seamless transition between the repaired wall and the undamaged wall when painted.

Abstract: A modular pool cleaning robot is disclosed. The pool cleaning robot includes easily replaceable and/or interchangeable parts and allows for various end-user selectable configurations without the use of tools and without complex and time-consuming large-scale disassembly. Among these parts are a chassis and drive assembly. The drive assembly is removable securable to the chassis via a snap engagement effectuated by pressing the drive assembly against the chassis, without the use of any external fasteners or any tools. The drive assembly detaches from the chassis when a lateral force is exerted on the drive assembly.

Abstract: Autonomous, mobile cleaners for water-containing vessels such as swimming pools and spas are detailed. The cleaners are especially useful for cleaning spas, although they may function adequately in connection with certain other vessels as well. They may be designed and constructed in particular to avoid high centering so as not to become stuck when encountering obstacles within the spas or other vessels.

Abstract: The invention consists in swimming pool cleaning apparatus comprising: a cleaning unit intended to be immersed in the swimming pool, at least one liquid filter circuit between at least one liquid inlet and at least one liquid outlet via a filter chamber removable from the body of the cleaning unit. The filter chamber comprises: a cover, a filter basket. The cover including releasable means for fastening the filter basket and means for locking the filter chamber to the body of the cleaning unit, these locking means being releasable and, when released, causing an extraction handle to be deployed from the filter chamber and urged towards a predetermined position.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for constructing a blind structure, such as a hunting blind. Two or more hub structures are formed, each with a hub and at least one and preferably four rods or support arms. The two hub structures are connected together. An expandable joint, such as an extension rod or extension arm, is positioned and connected so that each hub structure forces a hub to contact a corresponding panel. It is possible to force the panel into a concave orientation, such as in an outward direction from an interior to an outside of the blind structure.

Abstract: A fence comprising a plurality of T-shaped fence posts, each secured to a retention plate having securing protrusions formed thereon, a lower end of the fence post and the retention plate configured to be inserted into soil to position the fence post in a desired orientation. A plate body of the retention plate comprises a plate body including central openings for receiving a plurality of the securing protrusions formed on the fence post. The plate body has a periphery with a top edge, a bottom edge and two side edges. The plate body has a plurality of additional openings therein. Also, a retention plate and a T-shaped fence post.

Abstract: A snap together tubing system having a plurality of molded plastic members which function to provide the posts and nails of a fence and are configured to be assembled with connectors formed of molded plastic to attach the nails to the posts by snapping them together. A flat sheet backer board is affixed or fastened to the to the tubing system to create a wall.

Abstract: A door strike plate that can be temporarily mounted to a first location for proper alignment, tested while still temporarily mounted and moved to a second location if the first location is not properly aligned. It comprises a metal strike plate having a plurality of mounting screw holes on either side of a centrally-located latch hole; an appropriately sized dot of an adhesive/putty applied to a region adjacent each mounting screw hole. The door strike plate further includes a permanent mounting screw for each mounting screw hole in the metal strike plate.

Abstract: A lock for a door to a room comprising an interior handle disposed on an interior surface of the door, the interior handle having a lock control, the lock control operable between a first position and a second position and an exterior handle disposed on an exterior surface of the door. The lock includes a visual lock indicator on a portion of the interior or exterior handle. The lock control is operable between a first position and a second position. The lock includes a lock body disposed between the interior handle and the exterior handle, the lock body operable by the lock control from the first position wherein the exterior handle allows the door to open to the second position wherein the exterior door handle is prevented from opening the door.

Abstract: A central access control system (10) includes a plurality of doors (44), a plurality of door locks (20) respectively mounted to the doors (44), a control device (33) connected to the door locks (20), and an unlocking device (40) for setting the control device (33) to be in an enabling state or a forbidding state. When the control device (33) is set to be in the forbidding state, the control device (33) outputs a forbidding signal to all of the door locks (20) to set the door locks (20) in a locking state. When the control device (33) is set to be in the enabling mode, the control module (33) outputs an enabling signal to all of the door locks (20), and a locking state or an unlocked state of a locking mechanism (24) of each door lock (20) remains unchanged.

Abstract: A wireless ultra-low power portable lock may be realized as a lock apparatus including: a locking mechanism having at least locked and unlocked states, the locking mechanism operable to provide physical resistance to being unlocked when in the locked state; an actuator operable to move the locking mechanism from the locked state to the unlocked state in response to a received signal; and a controlling unit configured to control the actuator and to receive one or more signals from one or more devices external to the lock apparatus.

Abstract: An electronic lock with an electronic sensing arrangement to accurately sense relative positions of a bolt which mechanically locks a door, such as a door of an electronic drop safe, and to also sense an electronically controlled plunger which locks the bolt in place. The arrangement provides a mechanism for sensing a variety of mechanical malfunctions, as well as, potential fraud or tampering situations.

Abstract: An anti-toppling drawer chest comprises a plurality of drawers arranged on a chest body. An anti-toppling interlocking mechanism is arranged between the side wall of the chest body and the drawers and comprises fixing pieces, a sliding rod and stop blocks, wherein the fixing pieces are installed on the side wall of the chest body, the sliding rod is installed between the fixing pieces and the side wall of the chest body, the stop blocks are installed on the side walls of the drawers, oblique slideways are arranged on the stop blocks, and the sliding rod and clamping tenons slide along the oblique slideways when the drawers are pulled out and pushed back. According to the anti-toppling drawer chest of the invention, the function that a single drawer is pulled out and the other drawers are locked is achieved.

Abstract: Disclosed is a combination lock comprising a housing member, a locking bar, a pushing element and a password entering element, wherein the housing member includes two insertion holes, two locking elements, and a linkage element, the two locking elements are disposed extending to the two insertion holes, the linkage element is connected between the two locking elements, and two end portions of the locking bar are removal inserted into the two insertion holes.

Abstract: The present anchor device provides a support for holding a security anchor within a hole, such as a grommet hole, formed through a work surface, such as a table top, a shelf, or other board or sheet. The security anchor has a loop for attaching a lock or receiving a cable lock wrapped about the loop and a cross member to prevent the withdrawal of the security anchor from the grommet hole. The anchor device has a cross member optionally with a dipped portion that supports the loop of the security anchor. The present support device prevents the security anchor from falling down through the hole, while holding the loop of the security anchor just within the hole and within easy grasp of the user.

Abstract: A locking device for a vehicle door comprising a latch mechanism having a rotary catch which can be arrested by a pawl for trapping a closing element when the vehicle door is closed. The pawl is displaceable via actuation of an electromotive drive unit for the purposes of releasing the rotary catch. A connector for a mechanical opening actuation mechanism of the vehicle door, such as an outside door handle, is provided. The locking device has a coupling element which is actuated via the drive unit to couple the connector to the pawl in the event of a crash being detected by a crash sensor.

Abstract: A door latch device having a motor cover for covering a motor and connection parts thereof, wherein the motor cover in a size for covering the motor from a vehicle interior side is formed to a switch member housed in a casing, connection parts of the motor are respectively connected to conductive members of the switch member on a vehicle-exterior-side side face of the motor cover, and the motor 44 and the connection parts thereof are covered with the motor cover.

Abstract: A door handle assembly for a motor vehicle includes a handle carrier mounted on the vehicle and a grip part rotatably mounted on the handle carrier. The grip part opens a door or flap of the motor vehicle. A coupling device is rotatably mounted on the handle carrier for transmitting an actuation of the grip part to a locking arrangement on the vehicle. A joint element pivotably interconnects the coupling device and the grip part. The joint element movably supports an actuating member which is moved by rotation translationally between mounting and operating positions. In the operating position, the actuating member is pivotably mounted on the coupling device and is in engagement with the grip part. In the mounting position, the actuating member bears against a blocking surface of the coupling device that blocks rotation of the actuating member and is out of engagement with the grip part.

Abstract: A door handle device for a vehicle includes: an antenna and a DC driving detection member capable of detecting approach or contact of a person, the antenna and the DC driving detection member being electrically connected to a drive control portion via a first connection line and a second connection line, and being connected in parallel to each other. The antenna is driven by an AC voltage supplied from the drive control portion, the first connection line and the second connection line are respectively connected to a positive DC power source and a ground, and thereby the detection member is driven by a DC voltage supplied from the drive control portion, the antenna includes a resonance capacitor and an antenna coil which are connected in series. The detection member includes a power source terminal, and a ground terminal.

Abstract: A motor vehicle secondary hood latch release mechanism for a hood comprises a striker disposed on the hood, a secondary hood latch having an externally actuated release pawl, the secondary hood latch urged to a first position in engagement with the striker and a second position disengaged from the striker, and a longitudinally actuated release push button assembly, the push button assembly comprising a push button having a forward position and a rearward position, a guide along which the push button moves between the forward position and the rearward position, and a longitudinally extending actuator operatively coupled with the push button, wherein the longitudinally extending actuator comprises an inclined cam surface that engages and displaces the externally actuated release pawl of the secondary hood latch from the first position to the second position as the push button is moved from the forward position to the rearward position.

Abstract: A pop-up device for a grip handle that is mounted in a butterfly door, the pop-up device may include a grip handle device including a first end portion formed to protrude in a handle shape from a door trim of the butterfly door, a guide device fixed at a predetermined position in the door trim and configured to guide the grip handle device, and a first drive device configured to drive the grip handle device in response to a signal of opening or closing the butterfly door.

Abstract: A latch assembly (100, 300) is configured to removably secure a load floor (14) within a cargo area (12) of a vehicle (10). The latch assembly (100, 300) may include a housing (102, 306) defining an opening (130, 318). The housing (102, 306) is configured to secure to the load floor (14). A latch (104, 302) is rotatably secured to the housing. The latch (104, 302) may include a central hub and opposed latching rims (114, 350) extending radially outward from the central hub. The latch (104, 302) is configured to be rotated in relation to the housing (102, 306) in both a clockwise direction and counterclockwise direction to move either of the latching rims (114, 350) out of the housing (102, 306) into an engagement position. The latch assembly (100, 300) is configured to secure to a portion of the vehicle (10) when either of the latching rims (114, 350) is in the engagement position.

Abstract: Technologies are described for a set of removable couplers configured to secure sequential hinge covers over a sequential multi-pivot hinge module for rotatably securing portions of a computing device. The removable couplers may be configured to engage each end of a shaft, where the shaft rotatably couples frames of the multi-pivot hinge module together. Each of the removable couplers may include threaded holes for engaging a fastening component to secure a hinge cover over each frame. The hinge covers may be installed sequentially over each frame of the multi-pivot hinge module, by installing a frame, attaching removable couplers and securing the hinge cover, and repeating the process for each hinge cover.

Abstract: The description relates to devices, such as computing devices that have hinged portions. One example can include a first portion and a second portion. The first portion can define a first hinge axis and can be resiliently biased toward the first hinge axis. The second portion can define a second hinge axis and can be resiliently biased toward the second hinge axis. A first cam can operate relative to the first hinge axis and is slidably secured to the first portion. A second cam can operate relative to the second hinge axis and can be slidably secured to the first portion. When the first and second portions are oriented at an acute angle the second cam can force the second portion away from the second hinge axis while the first cam can allow the first portion to remain biased toward the first hinge axis.

Abstract: An automated door system includes a door pivotally coupled to a vehicle body at a hinge axis defined by at least one hinge assembly. A power assist device is coupled to the hinge assembly and further coupled to the door. The power assist device is configured to slow movement of the door along a door swing path from an initial velocity to a slow close velocity when the initial velocity exceeds a predetermined threshold velocity, thereby providing a slow and controlled close when a user attempts to slam the door. The power assist device is further configured to power opening and closing movement of the door as initiated by a user.

Abstract: A closure assembly for a deployable sensor assembly is provided. The closure assembly includes a housing; a sensor disposed within the housing; a door supported by the housing; an actuation member operable between a first position and a second position; and an attachment mechanism. The door is movable between a closed position and an open position. The sensor is exposed when the door is in the open position. The actuation member moves the door from the closed position to the open position when moved from the first position to the second position and moves the door from the open position to the closed position when moved from the second position to the first position. The attachment mechanism is operable in a first state to couple the door for movement with the actuation mechanism and in a second state to decouple the door from the actuation mechanism.

Abstract: An insulated glass assembly includes a first pane of translucent, obscure, or transparent sheet material, a second pane of translucent, obscure, or transparent sheet material spaced apart from the first pane, a perimeter spacer positioned between the first and second panes and extending around the perimeter of the panes, and an internal divider disposed between the first and second spaced apart panes. The internal divider is spaced from the first pane and second panes of sheet material to form a first gap and a second gap therebetween. The insulated glass assembly further includes a first spring element and a second element within the gaps between the internal divider and the first and second spaced apart panes. The first spring element and the second element combine to bias the internal divider against contact with either of the first and second spaced apart panes.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to pillars useful in the fabrication of insulated glass units, particularly, vacuum glazing, insulated glass units. The invention also relates to insulated glass units containing said pillars. The present disclosure provides a pillar for use in a vacuum insulated glass unit wherein the pillar includes a body. The body includes a first surface and an opposed second surface, at least one sidewall, and a first peripheral edge adjoining the first surface and the at least one sidewall. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the first peripheral edge may be a chamfered peripheral edge. In other embodiments, at least a portion of the first peripheral edge is rounded peripheral edge. The largest dimension of the body parallel to the first surface is between about 10 microns and about 2000 microns. The body may include a continuous, inorganic material.