Patents Issued in August 2, 2018
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Publication number: 20180216360Abstract: A ground anchor assembly for quick and efficient installation into the ground, the assembly having a ground anchor post with a shaft with an upper end and lower end, the upper end having a threaded shaft section and the lower end having a helical blade portion, a rotating drive engaging end located on the upper end, a ground anchor post support device and a hollow main post wherein the hollow main post slidably engages the upper end of the ground anchor post when inserted into the ground and any lateral forces applied to the hollow main post is transferred out through to the ground anchor support device.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Applicant: Feral Pty Ltd.Inventor: Rodney James TATE
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Publication number: 20180216361Abstract: DE 86 22 844 01 discloses a tent having a carrying framework and a tarpaulin arranged thereon, wherein the carrying framework is formed by a scissor type system of rods having the tarpaulin arranged thereon.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Daniel Kerber
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Publication number: 20180216362Abstract: A collapsible shelter is presented. The collapsible shelter includes a bracket. The bracket include a socket for receiving an end of a pole for supporting the collapsible shelter. The bracket also includes a handle for receiving a fastener. The collapsible shelter also includes multiple legs for supporting the collapsible shelter. The bracket is coupled to one of the multiple legs.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: MARK C. CARTER
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Publication number: 20180216363Abstract: A rail and post assembly that allows for onsite fence and gate panel construction is disclosed herein. A shear block is affixed to each end of a rail using an adhesive. The shear block and rail are then fed through an opening in a post. An adhesive secures the shear block to the post, which thereby provides a rail and post assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Gary W. Ash
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Publication number: 20180216364Abstract: A lock, including: a retractable knob; and a knob release mechanism for retaining the retractable knob in a retracted position, wherein the knob release mechanism includes a damper with a gear that is slidably received within a set of grooves located in the retractable knob, and wherein the gear prevents rotation of the retractable knob unless it is in an extended position.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Patrick Wind, Douglas Walker
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Publication number: 20180216365Abstract: An actuating unit (1) for a closure system includes an actuating element (4) positionable on a door front (2) of a door (16); a shaft (5) configured to be passed through the door (16) and connected to the actuating element (4); a escutcheon element (6) for attachment to the shaft (5) over a free end (7) of the shaft (5) until the escutcheon element (6) bears against a door rear (3); and a securing element (8) for attachment to the shaft (5) over the free end (7). The securing element (8) prevents the escutcheon element (6) from moving back towards the free end (7) of the shaft (5). The securing element (8) is fastened to the escutcheon element (6) so that the escutcheon element (6) and the securing element (8) are attachable to the shaft (5) together.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Turgay Alan, Joerg Skopnik
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Publication number: 20180216366Abstract: The invention relates to a securing device (1; 101) for a motor vehicle, having a front hood (2, 102) and a hood lock (3, 103) with a lock holder (10, 110). The hood lock (3, 103) has a rotary latch (4, 104) with a pre-locking position and a main locking position and an electric drive (5, 105) which causes a switchover of the rotary latch (4, 104) from the main locking position into the pre-locking position. In the main locking position, a release of the lock holder (10, 110) is blocked, and the front hood (2, 102) is closed. In the pre-locking position, the lock holder (10, 110) can be manually moved between a closed position, in which the lock holder (10, 110) is engaged with the rotary latch (4, 104) and the front hood (2, 102) is locked, and an open position, in which the lock holder (10, 110) is released from the rotary latch (4, 104) and the front hood (2, 102) is unlocked.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 1, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Thorsten Nottebaum
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Publication number: 20180216367Abstract: A merchandise security device is provided. The merchandise security device may include a lock mechanism operably engaged with a shape memory material configured to receive electrical power for locking and unlocking the lock mechanism. The shape memory material may be configured to change in shape in response to receiving electrical power to thereby lock or unlock the lock mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Gary A. Taylor, Jeffrey A. Grant, David N. Berglund
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Publication number: 20180216368Abstract: A tool for adjusting the backset of a latch bolt. The latch bolt includes a latch bolt and a tailpiece. A housing receives the latch bolt and includes a transversely extending protrusion. A casing slidably receives the housing such that the protrusion on the housing is received in a slot on the casing and an inner end of the tailpiece extends from the housing and casing. The casing is rotated relative to the housing to allow relative axial movement between the casing and the housing when transitioning between the first backset position and the second backset position. The tool includes a member defining a first slot for receiving the inner end of the tailpiece and a pair of second slots for receiving the pair of ears such that rotation of the tool rotates the tailpiece and the casing simultaneously.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: William S. Middelaer, Christopher Hill, Todd Zimmer, Brian R. Fournier, Christine E. Voelker
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Publication number: 20180216369Abstract: A locking mechanism is selectively operable both electronically and mechanically by way of an integrated mechanical lock and motorized lock mechanism. A motorized lock mechanism is incorporated with a mechanical lock to provide for keyless access, while the mechanical lock and key system remains as a back-up. A toggle assembly is selectively positioned either mechanically via a first cam, or electronically via a second cam, both selectively operable independently of each other, without interference from each other, to move the toggle assembly to its unlocked position. A spring biases the toggle assembly to its locked position when the first and second cams are in their locked positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Calin V. Roatis
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Publication number: 20180216370Abstract: A vehicle door latch device comprises an engagement mechanism housing having a striker entering groove into which a striker can enter, a cover member occluding an opening of the engagement mechanism housing, a latch pivotally mounted in the engagement mechanism housing and capable of engaging with the striker which has entered the striker entering groove, a ratchet pivotally mounted in the engagement mechanism housing and capable of engaging with the latch, and movable elements relating to the operation of the ratchet. The housing has a guide path through which the invasion fluid can be guided to an outside direction of a region that the movable elements are disposed.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 29, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Katsuyuki ISHIGURO, Shigekazu SUGO
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Publication number: 20180216371Abstract: An electronic door latch includes a sensor mounted inside of an outer surface of the door. The sensor may be a proximity sensor, a touch sensor or other suitable sensor configured to determine if a user's hand is present. The door latch release system further includes a powered latch that selectively retains the door latch in a closed position. The system may include a handle formed by a flange or other structure extending across a portion of a recess or pocket in the door. The system may include a receiver that utilizes a signal from a security transmitter (e.g. keyless entry fob).Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Rajesh K. Patel, Kosta Papanikolaou
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Publication number: 20180216372Abstract: A vehicle door handle apparatus is disclosed that generally includes a structural core and an outer layer. The structural core has an outer surface, a base portion, and a handle portion that extends from the base portion. The outer layer extends about and covers the outer surface of at least the handle portion of the structural core. The structural core is made of a first material that contains an engineering thermoplastic and glass fibers for reinforcement. The outer layer is made of a second material that contains the engineering thermoplastic and a milled material to give the outer layer a metallic surface finish. Non-limiting examples of the engineering thermoplastic are polyoxymethylene and polybutylene terephthalate. A method is also disclosed for producing an injection molded component having a metallic surface finish such as the disclosed vehicle door handle apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Steven J. Schurig, Stephen J. Eynon, Danillo F. Tesolin
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Publication number: 20180216373Abstract: A motor vehicle actuation device includes a functional element supported on a carrier housing for rotation about a rotational axis and movement between a standby position and an operating position, a drive device disposed on the carrier housing, and a control element in a drive connection with the drive device, which is designed to move the functional element from the standby position into the operating position when the drive device is activated. The control element is moved from a home position into a final actuation position via an initial actuation position when the drive device is activated. The control element forces the functional element from the standby position into the operating position when it moves from the home position into the initial actuation position. The control element retains the functional element in the operating position when it moves from the initial actuation position into the final actuation position.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 2, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Applicant: Huf Huelsbeck & Fuerst GmbH & Co. KGInventors: Thorsten Torkowski, Andreas Koch
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Publication number: 20180216374Abstract: The object of the present invention is a motor vehicle door latch which is equipped with a locking mechanism (2, 3) predominantly consisting of a catch (2) and a pawl (3). Furthermore, a spring-impinged storage element (8) is provided for which maintains the pawl (3) in an elevated storage position during an opening process of the locking mechanism (2, 3) until the catch (2) is opened. According to the invention, the spring-impinged storage element (8) is formed as a leg spring (8) which is anchored in the latch with its one leg (8b) and with its other leg (8a) in the storage position maintains the pawl (3) in the elevated position and is braced on the catch (2) to this end.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Robert J. Hunt, William E. Burger
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Publication number: 20180216375Abstract: A roller tongue (1) for a locking system includes a spindle, which is securable to the locking system, and a roller (2) rotatably mounted on the spindle. The spindle is formed as a multi-part element and includes a pin (3) and an adapter element (4). The adapter element (4) includes a receiver (5) for the pin (3) arranged eccentrically in the adapter element (4) and is fixable in different orientations onto the pin (3).Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Roman Jung
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Publication number: 20180216376Abstract: A handle is provided with a main unit base having an engaging pin, a door base having a rotating shaft, a knob portion, and a rotation stopper. The knob portion has an engaging groove. The engaging groove has an open end. At the door-locking position, the engaging groove and the engaging pin become engaged with each other, and at the door-unlocking position, the engagement is released. When the knob portion is located at the door-unlocking position, the rotation stopper positions the knob portion such that the engaging pin is located inside an extension range of the open end. The engaging groove has a pushing surface, which pushes the engaging pin at the time of the displacement of the knob portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Tadashi OKADA, Eiichi MORI
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Publication number: 20180216377Abstract: Exemplary embodiments include an electromechanical lock configuration for use in locking, particularly curtain type doors typically used to close garage spaces but also used for closure of industrial and commercial spaces for alternative purposes. Aspects of the electromechanical lock configuration may also find applications in locking of other closure doors or panel members whether they be of the curtain door type. The electromechanical lock configuration includes a latchable restraining mechanism that includes a latch bolt assembly having a linearly movable latch bolt movable between a withdrawn position and an extended active position that restrains the door or closure from moving from the closed position. The latch bolt assembly includes a selectively operable electrically activated latch drive for moving the latch bolt between a withdrawn position and an extended active position through a drive gear. A manual override is also included.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Peter TRAN, Katherine BEDNARZ
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Publication number: 20180216378Abstract: The object of the invention is a reversible activation unit for the alternate impingement of two separate motor vehicle functional elements (1, 2), in particular two motor vehicle door latches (1, 2). The activation unit possesses a single motor (3, 4) and two connecting elements (8, 10). The motor (3, 4) impinges either the distanced first functional element (1) via the connecting element (8) or the distanced second functional element (2) via the second connecting element (10) dependent on its working direction. According to the invention, the first connecting element (8) is connected to a first lever (7) and the second connecting element (10) to a second lever (9). The respective lever (7, 9) is impinged dependent on the working direction of the motor (3, 4) which preferably works in a linear manner. Furthermore, the two levers (7, 9) are connected via an interposed spring (15).Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Robert J. Hunt
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Publication number: 20180216379Abstract: A hinge is coupled to a first component and a second component. The hinge supports the second component for movement relative to the first component between a closed position covering an opening through the first component and an opened position displaced from the opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Brandon L. SPOELSTRA, Michael A. GRANDE
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Publication number: 20180216380Abstract: A hinge assembly is provided. The hinge assembly includes a first hinge component and a second hinge component. The first hinge component includes a leaf portion terminating in a first knuckle and a second knuckle. The first knuckle includes a protrusion and the second knuckle includes a recess. The second hinge component is rotatably coupled to the first hinge component and is structurally identical to the first hinge component. The protrusion of the first hinge component is configured to fit within the recess of the second hinge component, and the protrusion of the second hinge component is configured to fit within the recess of the first hinge component.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 6, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Tim Butler, Victor E. Dodge, Aaron Jerabek, Kirk Henderson, Tai P. Luc, Dave P. DeBoer, Philip L. Bushong, Troy Wert, Debra L. Weich
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Publication number: 20180216381Abstract: Disclosed herein is a washing machine having an improved structure to electrically connect electronic parts inside the door to electronic parts inside the cabinet. The washing machine includes a cabinet equipped with a first electronic part therein and having an opening to put in laundry, a door equipped with a second electronic part therein and configured to open or close the opening, a hinge assembly configured to pivotally combine the door with the cabinet and a wire configured to pass the hinge assembly to electrically connect the first electronic part and the second electronic part.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Jin Ho LEE, Hwa Shik KIM
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Publication number: 20180216382Abstract: A pre-hung barn door hardware system is disclosed. The pre-hung barn door hardware system includes a rail having a plurality of rail holes disposed along a length of the rail; a plurality of spacers each of the plurality of spacers having a spacer hole; a track having a plurality of track holes disposed along the length of the track; a plurality of bolts, each of the plurality of bolts extending through one of the plurality of rail holes, a spacer hole in one of the plurality of spacers, and one of the plurality of track holes; and a plurality of nuts, each one of the plurality of nuts being coupled with a corresponding one of the plurality of bolts.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Daniel Ward Wright
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Publication number: 20180216383Abstract: A closure mechanism is described, the closure mechanism comprising: a base; a carriage movable along the base; a catching mechanism movable along the carriage; a first resilient mechanism connecting the base and the catching mechanism; and a second resilient mechanism connecting the carriage and the catching mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Bryce Alan MOLLOY, Brenda Clare RYAN
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Publication number: 20180216384Abstract: A device for manually and/or electromotively adjusting or securing a first vehicle part and a second vehicle part relative to each other is provided. The device comprising an adjustment part which has a joint for pivotable arrangement on the first vehicle part, wherein the adjustment part is to be arranged on the first vehicle part in such a manner that, when the vehicle parts are adjusted relative to each other, the adjustment part moves relative to the second vehicle part, an output element which is to be arranged on the second vehicle part, is operatively connected to the adjustment part and is drivable in order to move the adjustment part relative to the second vehicle part, and an electromotive drive device for driving the output element, wherein the drive device has a drive motor and a transmission coupling the drive motor to the output element.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Dalibor RIETDIJK
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HYDRAULIC HINGES WITH AN INTEGRATED SOFT-CLOSURE SYSTEM WITH A REGULATORY BASE AND ADJUSTABLE SCREWS
Publication number: 20180216385Abstract: A hydraulic hinge with a soft-closure integrated system with a regulatory base and adjustable screws, the hydraulic hinge comprising: a main coupling container body; a top cover; a soft-closure adjuster screw; a depth-adjustable screw; a right and left lateral adjustable screw; a height-from-door adjustable screw; four guided rivets; a primary union neck; a union lock; a bowl-shape pushing piece; a closure spring; two stabilizer bushings; a slow-closure neck; a slow-closure yoke; a hydraulic piston; an easy-installation support base; a regulatory support base; two coupling pluralities holes; a coupling plurality of two parallel arms located at the center of the regulatory support base; and a guide rivet that it axially goes from one side to the other side.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 28, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Oscar RODRIGUEZ RODRIGUEZ -
Publication number: 20180216386Abstract: The present invention relates to a door stopper (10) comprising a dampening piston (30), a pin holder (40) provided at the piston end (32) of the piston shaft (31) of the dampening piston (30), and a spring (56) connected to the pin holder (40), in order to decelerate the sliding door during opening thereof in vehicles having sliding door and in order to reduce the hitting effect. As an improvement, the present invention is characterized by comprising a first roller (60) and a second roller (70) connected to each other so as to rotate together in a coaxial manner, and a first rope (61) connected to the pin holder (40) from one end and connected to the first roller (60) from the other end and a second rope (71) connected to the spring (56) from one end and connected to the second roller (70) from the other end, and further characterized in that the first roller (60) is greater than the second roller (70).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 6, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Applicant: ROLLMECH AUTOMOTIVE SANAYI VE TICARET ANONIM SIRKETIInventors: Erdogan DEMIR, Ilker DEMIRAYAK, Caner GUVEN, Hacer DEDE, Ozgur GEDIK
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Publication number: 20180216387Abstract: A door component has a controllable damping device and contains a magnetorheological fluid. Two connection units are movable relative to one another. One of the two connection units is connected to a support structure and the other one to a pivotable door unit. The device damps a movement of the door unit between a closed position and an open position in a controlled manner by way of a control unit. The magnetorheological damping device has a piston unit and a cylinder unit surrounding the piston unit. The piston unit divides a cylinder volume into two chambers. The piston unit is equipped with a first one-way valve. The two chambers are connected together, via an external return channel equipped with at least one controllable magnetorheological damping valve, to form a one-way circuit. When the piston unit moves in and out, the magnetorheological fluid flows through the piston unit in the same flow direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 21, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: STEFAN BATTLOGG, MARKUS MAYER
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Publication number: 20180216388Abstract: A mechanical transmission system is provided for a barrier operator system for positioning a garage door between open and closed positions. The transmission system includes a rail having a channel to receive a drive sprocket and a return pulley. A drive element is trained around the drive sprocket and return pulley. The system further includes a tensioning system disposed within the channel and includes a return pulley support member and a bracket disposed on an end of the rail for supporting the return pulley support member. In addition, an adjusting screw is interfaced with and extends between the return pulley support member and the bracket, the adjusting screw movable to adjust the position of the return pulley support member relative to the bracket to increase or decrease the tension of the drive element.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Applicant: OVERHEAD DOOR CORPORATIONInventors: Leroy G. Krupke, Juan Manuel Diaz, Amit Ashok Patel
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Publication number: 20180216389Abstract: The invention relates generally to the field of motorized garage door openers. In particular, the invention relates to wireless safety sensors for garage door openers and garage door opener with a wireless safety sensor. The wireless safety sensor has a wireless communication link with a main control unit of the garage door opener. The wireless safety sensor also has an internal wireless link, i.e., a detection beam link, between a master unit and a slave unit. The wireless safety sensor periodically verifies that the wireless communication link has good signal quality and maintains the quality of the wireless communication link.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Philip Y. W. TSUI, Gallen K.L. TSUI
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Publication number: 20180216390Abstract: Provided is a an actuator, which includes: a tubular yoke; an armature that is provided on an inner side of the yoked in a radial direction and is provided to be rotatable with respect to the yoke; a screw shaft that receives a rotating force of a shaft of the armature and is driven to rotate; a speed reduction gear part that is provided between the shaft and the screw shaft and reduces a rotation speed of the shaft; and a nut member that is connected to the screw shaft and moves in an axial direction of the screw shaft in association with the rotation of the screw shaft An internal gear of the speed reduction gear part is provided on an inner circumferential surface of the yoke and a bearing for rotatably supporting the shaft is provided at the internal gear.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 21, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Takashi Takizawa, Takayuki Ikeda, Yoshitaka Sekine, Masazumi Ishikawa
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Publication number: 20180216391Abstract: A tubular first housing, a motor part that is provided in the first housing, and an end damper and a damper member, one of which is provided on each of both ends in an axial direction of the motor part and absorbs vibration are provided, wherein the motor part is supported in a floating state by the first housing via the end damper and the damper member.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 27, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Takashi Takizawa, Takayuki Ikeda, Yoshitaka Sekine, Masazumi Ishikawa, Hiroshi Matsuzaki, Arata Taniguchi
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Publication number: 20180216392Abstract: A device for manually and/or electromotively adjusting or securing a first vehicle part and a second vehicle part relative to each other is provided. The device comprising an adjustment part which has a joint for pivotable arrangement on the first vehicle part, wherein the adjustment part is to be arranged on the first vehicle part in such a manner that, when the vehicle parts are adjusted relative to each other, the adjustment part moves relative to the second vehicle part, an output element which is to be arranged on the second vehicle part, is operatively connected to the adjustment part and is drivable in order to move the adjustment part relative to the second vehicle part, a shaft connected to the output element, and a flexible force transmission element which is fastened at a first end and at a second end to the adjustment part.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Dalibor RIETDIJK
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Publication number: 20180216393Abstract: A “Pipe and Strap Operating Drive System” (PSODS) is disclosed which efficiently and accurately positions a blocker, or door mechanism, over an opening that is of exact or similar profile and dimensions as the door mechanism. In the preferred embodiment, PSODS is used to vary the position of a poultry house ventilation blocker or door mechanism from a tightly-closed position against the opening, or when required, within a certain range of door mechanism open positions, as dictated by weather conditions or internal air quality. Essentially, the inventive concept featuring PSODS utilizes at least one strap, wherein a first end of each strap is wound about a length of pipe, termed a “pipe drive.” The second end of the strap is attached proximate an upper edge of the door mechanism. As the pipe drive is rotated, the attached strap(s) control movement of the door mechanism toward a closed or open position.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: J. Theodore Brandley, Ari M. Brandley
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Publication number: 20180216394Abstract: A system for guiding and supporting a leaf of a platform-access door capable of moving relative to a fixed panel in a horizontal translational movement in a plane of the leaf between open and closed positions, includes a rail extending in a direction of the horizontal translational movement, a first set of rollers collaborating with the rail, for guiding and supporting it, with an axis of rotation perpendicular to the plane of the leaf and being made up of: a main roller in contact with a lower bearing surface of the rail; first and second secondary rollers which are offset from one another in at least a vertical direction and respectively in contact with the lower bearing surface and with an upper bearing surface of the rail and positioned some distance away from the main roller in the direction of a transition from the closed position into the open position.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Applicant: Faiveley Transport ToursInventor: Sébastien MAREAUX
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Publication number: 20180216395Abstract: A method and apparatus for controlling movement of a liftgate are provided. The method includes: capturing an image of a pattern on a surface; determining a distance between the liftgate and the surface based on the image of the pattern; and controlling a movement of the liftgate based on the determined distance.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Mohammad Naserian, Allan Lewis, Shuqing Zeng
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Publication number: 20180216396Abstract: A window glazing assembly that can convert an existing or already-installed window, or be used to assemble new construction windows as a multi-pane or multi-glazed window unit, is provided herein. In particular, the glazing assembly includes an attachment assembly (e.g., peel-and-stick double-sided adhesive tape) and one or more glazing layers. Some embodiments further include a spacer assembly comprising a plurality of spacer bars that may be individually installed, e.g., one by one, around the perimeter of the window such as, to the window sash, window frame, or glass window pane, itself. The glazing layer(s) can then be secured or adhered to the spacer assembly, for example, around the perimeter thereof. Some embodiments may include additional or intermediate glazing layers, providing additional insulating airspaces and enhanced performance.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Mark Isaacs
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Publication number: 20180216397Abstract: An inward-opening type casement window having outward-opening pane and screen is provided. A primary screen is installed, via a first hinge, in a primary casement window frame so as to open inwardly. The primary screen is formed with a secondary frame. A secondary pane is installed, via a second hinge, in the secondary frame so as to open outwardly. A handle lock is installed between the primary screen and the primary casement window frame and between the secondary pane and the secondary frame. The handle lock is used to control opening and closing of the primary screen and the secondary pane. The pane can be swung out to facilitate ventilation, and the screen can prevent entry of insects and burglars. Moreover, the pane can be swung in together with the screen, thereby facilitating access, ventilation and cleansing.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2015Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Qiwu Chen
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Publication number: 20180216398Abstract: Certain example embodiments relate to a glazing assembly including a first glass substrate. A radiation shield covering, directly or indirectly, at least a part of a peripheral edge area of the first glass substrate. A dual junction solid-state heat flux sensor includes a first junction oriented in the assembly at a first location at which radiation from a radiation source is receivable through the first glass substrate; a second junction oriented in the assembly at a second location that is blocked from the radiation source by the radiation shield; and circuitry configured to generate a signal based on a differential between transduced voltages respectively generated at the first and second junctions. A control module may be configured to receive the signal and selectively generate an action responsive thereto.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Vijayen S. VEERASAMY
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Publication number: 20180216399Abstract: A smart transformable shading system with adaptability to expand and retract in response to solar radiation comprises, in one implementation, a housing unit, a plurality of structural cells, and a plurality of modular units. The structural cells are within the housing unit, and are aligned in first and directions with respect to the housing unit. Each modular unit is placed within a corresponding structural cell, and includes a plurality of structural rings, a plurality of deployable shell panels, a plurality of control units, and a plurality of circuit units. Each circuit unit is connected to a corresponding control unit, which in turn is connected to a corresponding deployable shell panel, the combination of which is placed within a corresponding structural ring to transform into different geometries in response to light.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Seyed Amir Tabadkani, Masoud Valinejadshoubi
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Publication number: 20180216400Abstract: An apparatus includes a door assembly including panel sections. A water drainage assembly is configured to (A) be located, at least in part, between the panel sections, (B) receive, in use, a flow of water from the panel sections once the panel sections are aligned in the second position, (C) direct, in use, the flow of water away from the panel sections, and (D) direct, in use, the flow of water extending from the panel sections.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Applicant: 2350786 Ontario Ltd.Inventors: Stewart McLaren, Greyden Hart, Vern Cunningham
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Publication number: 20180216401Abstract: The present invention is directed towards a window sill flashing comprising a base having a substantially rectangular shape. A front flange projects perpendicularly downward from a front edge of the base and at least one side flange extends vertically from a side edge of the base. The side flange includes a front surface. The window sill flashing is made from a rigid homopolymer vinyl film.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Robert Patrick Broad, Jay K. McDonald
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Publication number: 20180216402Abstract: An architectural covering with an operable vane having a fabric backing is provided. The vane may include a vane fabric and a backing material connected to the vane fabric by a layer of adhesive. The backing material may increase a machine-direction stiffness of the vane while slightly affecting a cross-direction stiffness of the vane. As such, the vane may have increased stiffness in its machine direction while simultaneously remaining flexible in its cross direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: David Lynch, Erick A. Phillips, Paul G. Swiszcz, Stephen T. Wisecup
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Publication number: 20180216403Abstract: A curtain assembly includes: a pair of support brackets; a curtain; members arranged at each lateral side edge portion of the curtain and vertically spaced from one another; a pair of guides defining a space to be traversed by the curtain, the pair of guides having a narrower portion that prevents the edge portions of the curtain with the locking members from disengaging from the guides; a roller barrel assembly configured as a take up roller upon which the curtain is wound; and a respective reduced diameter shaft arranged between each end of the roller barrel assembly and a respective support bracket, each respective reduced diameter shaft configured as a take up roller that stores the lateral side edge portions of the curtain having the plurality of locking members.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventors: Ashraf Gomaa, Andrew C. Lambridis, Oscar Escobar
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Publication number: 20180216404Abstract: In one aspect, a power assist module for covering for an architectural structure may include a spring and a spring shaft extending through the spring. Additionally, the power assist module may include a threaded shaft member coupled to the spring shaft and a follower member rotationally coupled to the threaded shaft member such that the follower member is moved axially along the threaded shaft member as the follower member is rotated relative to the threaded shaft member.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Robert E. Fisher
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Publication number: 20180216405Abstract: A drilling rig is adapted to perform drilling and/or other wellbore related activities. The drilling rig includes a drilling tower, a drill floor with a well center, a slip device arranged at the well center, a tubulars connection makeup and breaking device near the well center, and a top drive system. The top drive system includes a traveling carriage that is vertically mobile along one or more vertical rails of the drilling tower by a vertical motion drive. The system also includes a top drive unit supported by said carriage and including a top drive motor and a rotary torque output member. The system further includes a tripping operation elevator that is adapted to be engageable with a drilling tubulars string or drilling tubulars stand, e.g. with the top end thereof, in order to perform tripping operations.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Applicant: ITREC B.V.Inventors: Arthur Alexander DE MUL, Joop ROODENBURG
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Publication number: 20180216406Abstract: The invention provides a machine for tunnelling in rock. The machine includes a pilot drill assembly for drilling a series of interfering parallel holes or a pilot hole into and generally perpendicular into a rock face and a blast hole drill assembly for drilling a series of blasting holes around the pilot hole or previous blast hole. The machine further includes a charge handling and loading assembly for loading the first series of holes with propellant charges and an ignitor system for igniting the charges. Included further is a rock clearing means for removing the blast rock from the blast face and a rock pick for clearing and picking the floor, roof or walls to provide access for the machine into the tunnel and a mobility assembly for moving the machine forward.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 27, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: Andre VAN DYK
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Publication number: 20180216407Abstract: A drilling apparatus and a method for producing a bore in a bottom of a body of water from a floating platform that is exposed to lifting motions, such as a wave motion. The drilling apparatus includes a carrier device, a drill string substantially vertically displaceable in an axial direction along the carrier device, a drilling drive for applying torque to the drill string, and a control unit designed to control and reduce the torque of the drilling drive during drilling operation to a threshold value at which the at least one drill string element is further axially displaceable to compensate for lifting motions when there is friction on a contact surface. The drill string includes at least one axially displaceable drill string element and at least one axially extending abutment strip that is in engagement for torque transmission with the formation of the contact surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2016Publication date: August 2, 2018Applicant: BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbHInventor: Stefan SPREITZER
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Publication number: 20180216408Abstract: A method of utilizing a wellbore tool in a subterranean formation includes disposing a wellbore tool in a borehole. The wellbore tool has a first body and a second body. The first body is translated relative to the second body while exposing at least one surface of at least one of the first and second bodies to a lubricant comprising an organometallic compound, and a protective coating forms over the first body and/or the second body. The protective coating formed includes a metal originating from the organometallic compound. A tool for forming or servicing a wellbore includes a first body; a second body configured to translate relative to the second body; and a lubricant adjacent the first body and the second body.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2017Publication date: August 2, 2018Inventor: John Abhishek Raj Bomidi
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Publication number: 20180216409Abstract: A piloted rock drill bit includes an integral body having a pilot drill section, a reaming section and a mounting base section extending along a longitudinal axis. The reaming section includes four wings extending from the longitudinal axis in an “X” pattern. A cutting carbide member is secured to each wing. Waste debris ejection slots extend radially into the reaming section between the wings. The pilot drill section includes a post and a leading carbide member. The leading carbide member includes a pair of sloped surfaces extending forwardly towards each other and intersecting at a leading cutting edge. The leading cutting edge and sloped surfaces extend along a crescent shaped arc. Forward air delivery bores extend through the body to forward discharge openings at the pilot drill section. Rear air delivery bores extend through the body to rear discharge opening at the waste debris ejection slots.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Applicant: Ajax Tool Works, Inc.Inventors: Michael T Jones, Robert J Benedict, Michael J Malget