Abstract: An ink application method is provided. In the method, an ink is discharged to an object by an inkjet method, to apply the ink to the object. The object includes a base material and a gel layer overlying the base material, and the gel layer includes a vinyl chloride resin and a plasticizer. The ink is an oil-based ink. When a free induction decay curve of the object obtained by a pulse NMR method is separated into two curves respectively derived from a hard component and a soft component, the curve derived from the hard component accounts for 35% to 40% of the free induction decay curve, and the curve derived from the soft component has a spin-spin relaxation time of from 30.0 to 45.0 ms when obtained by a Hahn echo method.

Abstract: A method to form a protective overlay with wear resistant particles applied in well-defined patterns by applying wear resistant particles on a surface, bonding a part of the wear resistant particles with a binder preferably applied with a digital drop application head and removing the non-bonded wear resistant particles from the surface.

Abstract: A core-inlaid high manganese steel frog structure includes a high manganese steel frog body and an inlaid core. The high manganese steel frog body includes a swing track connecting section, a frog central section and a frog-and-track connecting section. The wing track connecting section and the frog-and-track connecting section are respectively arranged on front and rear ends of the frog central section. A mounting groove for cooperatively mounting the inlaid core is arranged in front of the frog central section. The high manganese steel frog body and the inlaid core are detachably connected. The high manganese steel frog body and the inlaid core are detachably connected, which facilitates replacement of vulnerable parts, saves cost, and meets user requirements. The material and production procedure for the high-manganese steel frog body can be different from those for the inlaid core, which helps further improve the performance of the inlaid core.

Abstract: A gauge plate insulator includes a body having a first side and a second side positioned opposite the second, with the first side of the body defining a planar surface, and the body defining a first opening and a second opening, and a leg extending from the second side of the body and configured to be positioned between first and second gauge plate members. The leg is positioned between the first and second openings of the body, with the body and leg formed integrally from a fiber-reinforced polymer.

Abstract: In a method for renewing sleepers of a track formed of rails and the sleepers, the placement of skids, which support a machine frame of a track-building machine on the sleepers, is preceded by the machine frame being intermediately supported on the sleepers. The two rails are then distanced from one another, while avoiding a breakage separation, in a track section that includes both the region of the skids and the intermediate support. After supporting the machine frame on the skids, the intermediate support is lifted off the sleepers and work is begun.

Abstract: A structural bearing is provided having at least one sliding element made of a sliding material that contains at least one polymeric plastic, wherein the siding material has a melting point temperature of more than 210° C. and a modulus of elasticity in tension according to DIN ISO 527-2 of less than 1800 MPa.

Abstract: A location marker is disclosed, apt for use at work sites, crime scenes, sporting events, or as a traffic control or warning device. The location marker consists of a body having and at least one upright and a base supporting the upright from below, the upright being provided with an alerting feature to alert an observer or intended recipient about a message the alerting feature intends to convey; the body including biasing means configured to urge the upright into an erect orientation after being momentarily knocked over such that the alerting feature is almost always displayed, with the upright in the erect configuration.

Abstract: The present invention is a tire rupture device that includes a blade attached to a base member that rests on a ground surface when used. Upon activating a lock mechanism of the rupture device, a blade may be revealed and exposed that may be placed in front of a tire of a vehicle. With the device deployed, the blade may be placed in front of the vehicle's tire so that if an operator of the vehicle attempts to drive off, the blade ruptures and rapidly deflates the tire, thus rendering the vehicle generally immobilized.

Abstract: A security barrier system (1) and a bracket (2a, 2b) therefor are disclosed. The bracket comprises at least one each of a first type and a second type of mutually spaced fence member receiving channels (8a,8b,10a-10f), the or each channel of the second type (8a, 8b) having a greater width than the or each channel of the first type (10a-10f), as measured along a length of the bracket. The security barrier system comprises a plurality of support posts (4), attached to each support post is at least one bracket, the length of the bracket orientated vertically, and a plurality of fence members (12a-12h) orientated horizontally, each member passing through a corresponding one of the fence member receiving channels of each bracket.

Abstract: A vehicle assisted working device for cleaning streets and similar surfaces includes at least one brush for detachment of the extraneous material from the surface, element for providing an underpressure for a suction of the detached material into the air flow from the surface, units for separating the detached material from the air flow and for providing an overpressure and return of the separated air to the surface. At least one brush is arranged to rotate counter-wise to the intended direction of movement of the working device, so that the element are ordered in such a way that when the working device is intended to move over a spot to be cleaned, it treats the spot in the following order: suction of the extraneous materials, at least one brush and mechanism for return of the separated air to the surface. Also disclosed are a system and method for cleaning.

Abstract: Disclosed is a drying device, which comprises: (a) one or more fabric panels of sufficient dimension to be dragged across a surface, optionally an outdoor surface; and (b) a handle attached to the one or more fabric panels, In some embodiments, the drying device comprises: (a) two or more fabric panels of sufficient dimension to be dragged across a surface, optionally an outdoor surface; (b) a handle attached to the two or more fabric panels; and (c) a scraper attached to the handle, wherein the scraper is adapted to engage a surface to be dried when the drying device is in use. Methods and systems for a drying a surface are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates in some embodiments to a bottom supported drilling unit having two drilling stations for independently drilling (or otherwise working on) two wells simultaneously from a cantilever.

Abstract: Disclosed are exemplary embodiments of woven geotextile fabrics. In exemplary embodiments, a geotextile has a high water flow rate, such as a water flow rate of at least 125 gallons per minute per square foot, etc.

Abstract: A formwork for manufacturing a concrete structure which is composed of one or several folding portions, provided with one or several hollow portions which in an unfolded and stretched condition have the shape of the contours of portions of the concrete structure to be formed, whereby the formwork can be placed on a bottom in an initial condition and whereby, by pouring or pumping concrete slurry in the hollow portions of the formwork, the formwork can be taken from the initial condition to the stretched condition so as to form the respective portions of the concrete structure.

Abstract: A cement form includes a unitary body portion having a first surface arranged vertically and configured to support a volume of cement, a second surface arranged horizontally and configured to contact a ground support surface, a foam material, and a detachable portion. The cement form may include a connector groove formed in the weight bearing surface and extending along at least a portion of a length of the body portion. The connector groove is configured to receive a connecting member that extends between adjacent positioned cement forms. The detachable portion may be positioned adjacent to the connector groove.

Abstract: An offshore wind power foundation with improved water-tightness and a construction method thereof are provided. The offshore wind power foundation is configured such that a bonding material is injected into a space between a pile and a leg using a precast cap member to integrate the leg and the pile, and includes a precast cap member including a precasting housing, a bonding material rotation-injection port, and an elastic spring.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an arrangement in an articulated joint of a work machine wherein at least two machine parts are rotatably fastened to each other with a conical sleeve shaft joint in which a conical sleeve is pressed against a conical sleeve shaft by an intermediate plate. This intermediate plate includes members for receiving a channel and for connecting the channel to a lubrication channel. The members are formed on the intermediate plate's outer casing which connects a counter-surface to a pressing surface on the side of the conical sleeve to provide a continuous passage for the conical sleeve shaft of the articulated joint.

Abstract: A slewing assist system for a machine having an upper body structure supported on an undercarriage structure includes a central rotation member. The central rotation member is rotatably coupled to undercarriage structure. A slip member is concentrically coupled to central rotation member and allows a relative rotational motion. At least one pin is coupled to slip member and engages slip member in expanded position such that central rotation member and slip member rotate together. A lever arm is fixedly coupled to slip member. A first end and a second end of an actuating element are coupled to lever arm and upper structure, respectively. The slewing assist system provides additional slewing assist to upper body structure by engaging slip member and central rotation member through pin. The slewing assist system assists in a first and a second rotational direction by extending and retracting second end of actuating element, respectively.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide hybrid construction machinery in which a power storage apparatus can be warmed up quickly and a life of the power storage apparatus can be lengthened. The hybrid construction machinery includes: an electric motor assisting a prime mover in power and generating electric power; the power storage apparatus transferring electric power to and from the electric motor; a warm-up circuit circulating a warming medium in the vicinity of the power storage apparatus; and a control device controlling circulation of the warming medium in the warm-up circuit. The hybrid construction machinery is provided with on-board equipment state detection units that detect states of on-board equipment to estimate an output request for the power storage apparatus from the on-board equipment.

Abstract: A power transmission device of a work vehicle includes a motor control unit that controls first and second motors to keep the transmission speed ratio at a maximum value when a vehicle speed is greater than a second vehicle speed where the transmission speed ratio reaches the maximum value obtainable by the power transmission device, and less than a third vehicle speed where a rotation speed of the second motor reaches a predetermined limit value. A controller increases a rotation speed of an engine from a second rotation speed of the engine when the vehicle speed is greater than the second vehicle speed and less than a third vehicle speed, and increases the rotation speed of the engine from a third rotation speed of the engine when the vehicle speed is greater than the third vehicle speed.

Abstract: A machine orientation display may be displayed by an operator display device in an operator station of a machine. The machine orientation display may include a field area, a horizontal reference displayed on the field area, a machine orientation indicator displayed on the field area and positioned and oriented relative to the horizontal reference to graphically indicate a machine orientation of the machine relative to a work surface on which the machine is disposed. The machine orientation display may further include an implement orientation indicator displayed on the field area and positioned and oriented relative to the horizontal reference and the machine orientation indicator to graphically indicate an implement orientation of an implement of the machine. The implement is movable relative to a machine body of the machine and to the work surface.

Abstract: A rainwater collection system comprises a vault assembly and a drain emitter. At least a portion of the vault assembly is underground and is located above percolation region in the ground. The drain emitter is connected to the conveyance line such that a primary portion of the collected water flows into the at least one storage tank and a secondary portion of the collected water flows out of the conveyance line through the drain emitter at a preset emitter flow rate. The drain emitter is arranged within the vault assembly, above the percolation region, and below the conveyance opening. The preset emitter flow rate is predetermined such that the flow of the secondary portion of the collected water out of the conveyance line through the drain emitter drains standing water from the conveyance line and the secondary portion of the collected water percolates through the percolation region.

Abstract: A freeze resistant sanitary hydrant is provided that employs a reservoir for storage of fluid under the frost line or in an area not prone to freezing. To evacuate this reservoir, a means for altering pressure is provided that is able to function in hydrant systems that employ a vacuum breaker.

Abstract: The embodiments described herein include an apparatus for adapting an existing water fountain having a water supply line and an existing bubbler assembly for dispensing water to a filtered water fountain. The system includes an adapter base in fluid communication with the water supply line, a housing assembly secured to the adapter base, and a bubbler head assembly secured to the housing assembly for dispensing water. A filter cartridge assembly is disposed within the housing assembly and is in fluid communication with the adapter base and the bubbler head assembly.

Abstract: A coupling device includes a metal fixing plate adjacent to a faucet body, a plastic connecting plate having a surrounding portion that is connected to the fixing plate, an extending portion that extends from the surrounding portion through the fixing plate, and an engaging portion that is formed with a plurality of engaging grooves adapted to be engaged with engaging portions of a switch base, and a metal reinforcing plate connected to the engaging portion and formed with a plurality of guiding holes being respectively in spatial communication with the engaging grooves. Each guiding holes is adapted for withdrawal of a respective engaging portion of the switch base therethrough from a respective one of the engaging grooves.

Abstract: An automatic faucet according to the present invention includes a holding portion (6) which holds a water discharge head (3) by fitting a rear end side (3b) of the water discharge head (3) to the support body (1) to be detachable and be capable of being drawn out therefrom and a guide portion (8) which protrudes forward in a drawing out direction (T1) of the water discharge head (3) and engages when the drawn-out water discharge head (3) is returned to a distal end side of the support body (1) to guide the water discharge head (3) in a direction along the drawing out direction (T1).

Abstract: A selectively engageable variable flow rate sink strainer which is selectively engageable by several complimentary and individually engageable components, and is especially adapted to providing strainer stopper and chemical functions to kitchen sinks and typical kitchen sink drains. Embodiments include ones which are variable between a maximum and minimum flow rate, the minimum rate being selectively adjustable to approximately zero, comprising a relatively alignable strainer and drain body and droppably removable and sealable strainer and an independently straining drain body and providing for chemical elements outside of a liquid soak volume and at the site of engagement of strainer and drain body.

Abstract: The invention relates to an elastic sealing plug for bathroom facilities, which includes a seat body, a lid body and a filter mesh, wherein the lid body is set on the seat body, the lid body and the seat body is elastic body, the filter mesh is set inside the engagement portion of the seat body, the filter mesh is provided to filter out impurities in water, to thereby effectively prevent pipe obstruction.

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments of an external hair strainer. The external hair strainer can have a number of components. For example, the external hair strainer can include a rim positioned on a first plane. The external hair strainer can also include a button positioned on a second plane parallel to the first plane. In some instances, the external hair strainer can include a suction cup protruding from the button in the direction of the rim. Moreover, the external hair strainer can have a plurality of spokes connecting an inner diameter of the rim to an outer diameter of the button, each of the plurality of spokes comprising a bend.

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments for an external hair catcher. The external hair catcher can include a rim positioned on a first plane. In some instances, the external hair catcher can include a button positioned on a second plane parallel to the first plane. In other instances, the external hair catcher can include a suction cup protruding from the button in the direction of the rim. Moreover, the external hair catcher can include a plurality of spokes connecting an inner diameter of the rim to an outer diameter of the button, each of the plurality of spokes comprising a bend.

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments for a garbage disposal strainer and stopper. The garbage disposal strainer and stopper can include a base. It can also include a top that includes a cavity and a first shaft. The garbage disposal strainer and stopper can also include an insert that is configured to fit within the cavity of the top. The insert further can also include a second shaft. Moreover, the garbage disposal strainer and stopper can include a cap configured to fit through the first shaft in the top and the second shaft in the insert and engage the base. The cap can include a rim extending past an external wall of the first shaft.

Abstract: A plunger is provided with a flange having a length, a width and a thickness. The length is greater than the width to cover an elongated toilet trapway. A peripheral seal extends away from the flange to seal with the elongated toilet trapway. A plunger adapter is provided with a flange having a length, a width and a thickness. The length is greater than the width to cover an elongated toilet trapway. A peripheral seal extends away from the flange to seal with an elongated toilet trapway. A cylindrical receptacle is formed into the flange and spaced apart from the seal for cooperation with a radially symmetrical plunger.

Abstract: A water resistant cabinet system for protecting and collecting unwanted water under a sink, comprising: a rear wall extending between a top edge and a bottom surface; a first and second side wall attached to a first and second opposite verticle portion of the rear wall; a floor connecting to the rear wall and the first and second side walls, and sloping away from the rear wall; and a lip, attached to the floor and positioned opposite and parallel to the rear wall, and extending in an upward direction sufficient to collect water proximate the lip. The sloping angle of the floor from the rear wall is from 90 to 120 degrees. The water resistant cabinet system further comprising a drain hole, positioned proximate the lip, extending through the floor, and sized to drain water that collects on the floor.

Abstract: A leak-proof toilet tank, includes a toilet tank, a water-supply valve, a float cup, a float and a sealed drain device; wherein, the float cup has a sealed bottom. When the water supply is filled to the toilet tank, the water level raises up to make the float blocking the water supply. When leaks water leakage, the float cup does not leak water because of the sealed bottom, and the water level is not changed, further maintains the float to the predetermined position. The present disclosure further provides a passway for supplying water to the float cup. Even if water leakage happens, the float can be pushed to block the water supply by filling the water in the sub-tank into the float cup or by supplying water directly by the water supply pipe, so that reaching the effect of leak-proof of the toilet tank.

Abstract: A lamp module according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a lamp having electrode terminals at both ends thereof; a bracket portion including first and second brackets coupled to both ends of the lamp so that the electrode terminals of the lamp are supported; and a cover glass having the lamp and the bracket portion inserted and coupled therein, and having a cavity such that one surface of the bracket is externally exposed, wherein the first bracket may be provided with a communication portion for communicating the inside and the outside of the cover glass.

Abstract: Methodologies, systems, and computer-readable media are provided for containing fluid from an overflowing toilet. An annular fluid containment basin is located near the base of a toilet and is configured to encircle the base of the toilet and collect fluid flowing down the exterior surface of the toilet. A moisture sensor is located within the annular fluid containment basin and configured to sense a spill. A drain is also located within the annular fluid containment basin to direct fluid to bypass an S-bend or trap connected to the toilet.

Abstract: A river course ecological treatment system essentially comprises a plurality of ecological biological water purification systems and a plurality of plastic retaining dams disposed along a river course, and at least one damp land ecological water purification system disposed beside the river course. The plastic retaining dams separate the river course into several retaining regions. The ecological biological water purification systems purify the water in the retaining regions by microorganism purification. Afterward, the water purified by the ecological biological water purification systems is introduced into rainwater channels of the at least one damp land ecological water purification system. After being purified by aquatic plants in the at least one damp land ecological water purification system, the water returns to the retaining regions the downstream portion of the river course. Therefore, a river improvement system capable of performing both step-by-step treatment and joint treatment is effectuated.

Abstract: A trench drain defining a channel and having an accessory rib allowing the convenient attachment of accessories to the sides of a drain in order to facilitate the installation of a trench drain, place drain outlets at any convenient places along the trench drain, and to create right angle joints between two trench drains.

Abstract: A U-shaped trench drain channel and system. The drain channel includes a body having an elongated length between opposing ends. The body further has two side walls, a bottom wall connecting the two side walls and an open top configured to receive a grate. Provided on an exterior surface of the body is at least one U-shaped reinforcing rib with a groove formed therein.

Abstract: A leaching tube includes a tube base for burial in the earth to disperse or gather liquids, the tube base having a semi-rigid spiral, or helical, form with spiral, or helical, ribs, and spiral, or helical, openings along the length of the tube, a water permeable covering wrapped around the tube base, and a vertical frame inside the tube. The frame is a pipe frame that supports the spiral tube base and also provides an air conduit for air injection inside the tube. The frame is fixed to the spiral ribs on the top and bottom of the frame. End plates can be fixed to the frame by bridge pieces and pins. Sections of tubes can be connected end to end by bridge pieces and pins. The pins can be pipe pieces that can also provide air connections between the tube sections. One of the end plates can provide an inlet opening for an effluent inlet pipe.

Abstract: The system is comprised of a watertight, folding “pan” that can be retrofitted to field fit any configuration of cabinet where a waterproof base is desired to prevent water damage due to leaking pipes. It incorporates nipples that slide over supply lines and drain pipes and are glued to the waterproof base. It also incorporates a drain system to clear water from the pan. It is mounted to a hard base that is configured to allow the system to fold and insert into an existing sink base.

Abstract: A protected drain assembly comprising a drain which is at least partially bordered by a hard surface, and which is protected by a drain cover assembly which comprises (A) a polymeric sheet which (i) is on top of the drain and (ii) (a) is substantially impervious to water or (b) comprises a central portion which, when a sediment-containing liquid is placed on top of it, allows the liquid to pass through it, and (B) gaskets which (i) are attached to edges of the polymeric sheet and (ii) secure the edges of the polymeric sheet to the hard surface.

Abstract: A connecting system for connecting concrete beams of a parking structure including a pair of concrete beams and a plurality of spring-like connectors connected between the pair of concrete beams. The concrete beams are each provided with an aperture and the spring-like connector is in a form of a pre-formed carbon fiber bundle or metal and has opposite ends that are secured in the apertures in the concrete beams by an adhesive.

Abstract: Provided is a rigid connection structure including: a lower PC column having column concrete, a lower column plate disposed on top of the column concrete, and a plurality of lower column reinforcing bars buriedly arranged vertically in the interior of the column concrete and having upper ends penetrated into the lower column plate in such a manner as to be exposed to the outside; and an upper PC column having column concrete, an upper column plate disposed on top of the column concrete, and a plurality of upper column reinforcing bars buriedly arranged vertically in the interior of the column concrete and having lower ends penetrated into the upper column plate in such a manner as to be exposed to the outside.

Abstract: A corner construction with improved warping flexibility may feature two panels, or walls, hinged together to form a corner and then hinged to the underlying building structure or adjacent wall construction. Any flexible connection between the two panels in the central corner and the panels and underlying building structure or wall construction may be utilized, including hinges and flexible plate supports.

Abstract: A fastening rail for embedding into a concrete element has one rail back, two rail lips and two rail longitudinal sides disposed opposite one another. The rail lips delimit a slot between them. The fastening rail is realized in an anchorless manner and forms at least one undercut from the rail back in the direction of the outside of the rail lips. To improve anchoring in the concrete, the rail back has profiling on its outside which is remote from the rail lips. The fastening rail is advantageously embedded into a concrete element such that the outside of the rail lips lies flush with the surface of the concrete element. A method for making a fastening rail provides that a profiling is produced in at least top one center region a metal plate and the metal plate is re-shaped to form the rail back, rail longitudinal sides and rail lips.

Abstract: A construction board comprising (a) a foam core having a first planar surface and a second planar surface; (b) a facer, having first and second planar surfaces, including an inorganic fabric and a coating; and (c) an interfacial region between the foam core and said facer.

Abstract: A cellulose-based fire resistant insulation and related method for making the same. The insulation includes a plurality of superstructures that establish voids in the insulation. The insulation may be blown in place while the superstructures maintain the void portion of the insulation. The insulation is made with fiber residuals, either alone or in combination with other cellulosic materials. The method of making the insulation includes the steps of treating the cellulosic materials with a fire retardancy chemical or chemicals and creating bonds between the fibers to form the superstructures.

Abstract: A thermal insulating construction wrap includes a pliable substrate film. The pliable substrate film is impermeable to at least water and includes an exterior face and an interior face. An aerogel insulating layer is coupled along one or more faces of the pliable substrate film.

Abstract: Disclosed is a building board construction that provides enhanced acoustical properties. In one possible embodiment, the board is a gypsum board with opposing facing sheets and an intermediate set gypsum core. An opened celled polymeric sheet is formed within the gypsum core and gives the resulting board enhanced sound absorption. In an alternative embodiment, individual pieces of polymeric foam are used in stead of the polymeric sheet. Also disclosed are various manufacturing methods whereby boards with enhanced acoustical properties can be formed in an continuous process. The various components of the present disclosure, and the manner in which they interrelate, are described in greater detail hereinafter.