Abstract: A vented and water control paneling has improved drainage and integrated ventilation air space. The water control paneling may be fabricated with an omnidirectional relief pattern formed on its back surface. The relief pattern spaces the vented and water control paneling away from a structure to which it is secured, thereby providing an omnidirectional drainage plane between the back surface of the paneling and the structure. The omnidirectional drainage plane provides an unimpeded ventilation and drainage path of water and/or water vapor.

Abstract: A tile spacing device and accompanying system and method are disclosed for spacing a plurality of tiles having a contour. In one embodiment of the tile spacing device, the tile spacing device includes a U-shaped band having a body with two branches extending parallel therefrom and an opening therebetween. An arm having a lateral end extends proximally from one of the branches into the opening. Two interlocking connectors are respectively positioned on the body at the opening and on the arm. In one embodiment of the system, two tile spacing devices complimentarily releasably mate when the tile spacing devices are opposing and perpendicularly displaced to interlock the interlocking connectors.

Abstract: A modular fall protection system has an adjustable frame that can be mounted onto an external structure and used to support the weight of a user who has fallen. The adjustable frame has a length-adjustable mast, set of connective braces, and an anchor point. The length-adjustable mast is a telescoping post that can be extended or collapsed to provide fall protection to the user at various heights. The connective braces extend between the length-adjustable mast and the external structure and are used to maintain the length-adjustable mast in an orientation that facilitates suspending the user in the air after a fall. The anchor point enables the user to be tethered to the length-adjustable post. Preferably, the system has a detachable walkway and handrail that can be mounted onto the adjustable frame and provide fall protection in a variety of situations.

Abstract: A construction member is a construction member provided on a scaffold construction body, including a base material of foamed synthetic resin, and a coating layer of polyurea resin covering a surface of the base material. A falling object receiving device has a construction member that projects from a scaffold construction body toward an external space as a falling object receiving device panel, and includes an attachment part attaching a proximal end side of the falling object receiving device panel to the scaffold construction body.

Abstract: An improved decontamination structure may feature at least two parallel rings with pillar supports therebetween and a plurality of containment bags draped thereon. Various clipping and support mechanisms may be utilized.

Abstract: A camping assembly may be in the form of a folding camper and comprises a canopy which effectively provides a tent canopy for the folding camper. The folding camper also comprises a framework to maintain the tent canopy in a raised configuration to provide an accommodation space within the folding camper in the assembled configuration. The framework includes a front frame and a rear frame. The front frame comprises a front airbeam, an intermediate airbeam and a rear airbeam, each of which comprises a curved or hooped inflatable airbeam. The rear frame comprises front intermediate and rear airbeams, each of which comprises a curved or hooped airbeam. A folding camper which is assembled by simultaneously inflating a single airbeam network to put the canopy in tension and to make the canopy taut. The folding camper does not require any auxiliary tensioning system or mechanism for the canopy.

Abstract: A tent system includes a first shell member and a second shell member. The first shell member is configured to mount to a roof of a vehicle. The first shell member includes a honeycomb assembly. The honeycomb assembly includes a honeycomb core disposed between a first skin and a second skin. The first and second skins are coupled to opposing faces of the honeycomb core. The second shell member is configured to couple with the first shell member. The first and second shell members define an interior cavity in a closed configuration.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods, systems, and devices for an awning. An awning apparatus of the disclosure includes a plurality of vertical support members and one or more flexible connectors coupled to the plurality of vertical support members. The one or more flexible connectors are removably secured to an upper end of at least one of the plurality of vertical support members. The apparatus includes a cover adapted for engaging the plurality of vertical support members. The apparatus includes a clipping mechanism attached to the cover and configured to removably secure the cover to at least one of the one or more flexible connectors. The apparatus is such that the one or more flexible connectors is configured to provide tension to hold the cover in a stretched orientation.

Abstract: Various embodiments of cable railing systems are disclosed. Although not limited to these applications, the embodiments are particularly useful in connection with cable railing systems with solid wood support members or with solid concrete support members without weld plates. The embodiments include straight and corner cable termination assemblies that are designed to support a metal cable railing, particularly one that is heavy gauge.

Abstract: A utility post is provided that includes a first flange, a second flange, and a rib. The first flange resides in a plane and the second flange resides in the same plane. The rib is perpendicular to the plane. First, second, and third apertures are also provided, the first aperture defined through the first flange, the second aperture defined through the second flange, and the third aperture defined through the rib.

Abstract: Various embodiments of cable railing systems are disclosed. Although not limited to these applications, the embodiments are particularly useful in connection with cable railing systems with hollow metal support members or with solid concrete support members with weld plates. The embodiments include straight and corner cable termination assemblies that are designed to support a metal cable railing, particularly one that is heavy gauge.

Abstract: A handle return assembly removably attachable to an escutcheon. The removably attachable assembly may include a housing to be attached to the escutcheon and a hub rotatably disposed within the housing for operably connecting an operating handle to a drive spindle. A torsion spring may bias the hub toward an initial position. At least one stopper plate may interact with the cartridge housing for limiting rotational motion of the hub relative to the housing. Selectively positioning the stopper plate and the spring relative to the housing provides the assembly with the ability to provide a right-handed operation and a left-handed operation.

Abstract: Door sensor hardware is provided that automatically senses the orientation of a door. The door sensor hardware includes electronic circuitry and sensor(s). The sensor(s) determine a current orientation of a door (open, closed, ajar), recent movement, door swing speed, and door acceleration. The door sensor hardware is in communication with at least remote device. The remote device includes a user display to facilitate calibration of the door sensor hardware by a user. The remote device also provides the user with the door orientation as determined by the door sensor hardware.

Abstract: A cable lock (10), including: a cable (16), for locking an object (26) thereby; a first, being the internal peripheral electric conductor (54B), surrounding the cable (16); a peripheral insulating layer (22), surrounding the first peripheral electric conductor (54B); a second, being the external peripheral electric conductor (54A), surrounding the peripheral insulating layer (22); and an electrical circuit (62), for alerting (56) once any region (58A) of the second peripheral electric conductor (54A) electrically contacts an adjacent region (14A) of the first peripheral electric conductor (54B), by crossing the peripheral insulating layer (22), thereby a blade (28) pressing on the second peripheral electric conductor (54A) induces the electrical contact of the second peripheral electric conductor (54A) with the first peripheral electric conductor (54B), thereby the electrical circuit (62) alerts (56) prior to cutting the cable (16).

Abstract: A portable, temporary removable system for locking and unlocking a door knob, door lever or locking deadbolt without the requirement of using keyed entry. Several manners of automated locking and unlocking are introduced and the instant system is designed for quick installation and removal. Once attached, the system may be remotely controlled from the outside of the door via a pattern of knocks, via electronic communications or a combination of a knock pattern and electronic communication.

Abstract: A lock can include a motor assembly, a gear assembly, and an unlocking assembly. The motor assembly can include a motor and a drive shaft. The gear assembly can include a cam, a pinion gear, and a pinion. The pinion gear can include a plurality of teeth disposed along only a portion of a perimeter of the pinion gear. The pinion gear can be configured to engage the pinion. The pinion can be configured to translate laterally to release a biasing member to unlock a door of a container.

Abstract: An electronic gaming machine includes a cabinet, an access door, an electromechanical latch mechanically coupled to the cabinet and configured to mechanically engage and disengage the access door, and a switch assembly operable to control the electromechanical latch. The switch assembly includes a lock mechanically coupled to the cabinet and extending into the cabinet, a cam mechanically coupled to a rotatable portion of the lock within the cabinet, and a switching element mounted within the cabinet proximate the cam and configured to be mechanically engaged and actuated by the cam when the cam rotates into contact with the switching element, wherein the switching element is electrically connected to the electromechanical latch and is further configured to control the electromechanical latch in response to actuation by the cam.

Abstract: A retrofit door locking system is for being attached to an existing door. The system has a bolt receiver affixed to the door frame and a mounting plate. The mounting plate has a bolt tube that carries a slidable bolt. The bolt slides inside the tube and can be affixed between a retracted and extended position with a lock or a cotter pin. The bolt can be affixed by a lock that extends into grooves on the bolt or through a cotter pin that extends through a transverse hole. Along with being used to lock the door closed, the door can be prevented from latching by extending the bolt and locking it in the extended position.

Abstract: A locking structure, for fastening together a first case and a second case, includes: a fastening portion disposed on the first case, a hook portion movable between a locking position and a release position, and a tension spring with one end disposed at the second case and the other end disposed at the hook portion. When the hook portion moves to the locking position under an applied force, the hook portion becomes fastened to the fastening portion. After the hook portion has separated from the fastening portion under an applied force, the tension spring exerts a restoring force under which the hook portion returns to the release position. After the hook portion has separated from the fastening portion under the applied force, the tension spring pulls the hook portion back to the release position without a user's manipulation.

Abstract: An exemplary exit device includes a pushbar assembly, a remote latching assembly, and a coordination mechanism. The pushbar assembly includes a latch control assembly, and the coordination mechanism biases the latch control assembly toward its actuated state. The remote latching assembly includes first and second latch mechanisms, and the latch control assembly is operable to actuate the latch mechanisms. Each of the latch mechanisms at least selectively urges the latch control assembly toward its deactuated state such that the remote latching assembly exerts a variable deactuating force on the latch control assembly. The coordination mechanism selectively retains the latch control assembly in its actuated state, thereby selectively retaining at least one of the latch mechanisms in a corresponding actuated state. When the deactuating force exceeds a threshold force value, the latch control assembly and the latch mechanisms return to the deactuated states thereof.

Abstract: A drawer release mechanism has a handle having ends, a cylindrical portion and a flange. A pair of end cap interfaces are engaged to the ends of the handle. The end cap interfaces have rotational shafts, cylindrical receiving portions, receiving slots, and flange slots. A pair of end caps are exterior to the end cap interfaces, the end caps have flange recesses, rotation surfaces, shaft openings, and cam receiving areas, where the rotational shafts are disposed through the shaft openings, the receiving portions are adjacent to the rotation surfaces, and the flange slots are disposed in the flange recesses. The end caps are attached to a drawer. A cam is engaged to each of the rotational shafts. Each cam includes a shaft receiver, an actuator support and a cam actuator. The cams engage levers to release a drawer from a cabinet upon actuation of the handle.

Abstract: A Locking Portable Lunch Box with Inner Removable Food Container comprising a locking outer compartment structured and arranged to provide consumers with a means of keeping their food items from being eaten by others when using a shared refrigerator.

Abstract: A securement device for use in a vehicle. The device includes a retainer for holding or storing an object such as a firearm. The device utilizes an inflatable pillow to hold the device in position in the vehicle. It also includes an attachment that couples to the retainer and allows for adjustment of the orientation of the retainer.

Abstract: A latch assembly is provided with a child lock mechanism having a spring system including a first spring member and a separate second spring member that requires a first force to move the child lock mechanism from an off position to an on position and a second force to move the child lock mechanism from the on position to the off position, wherein the required second force is greater than the required first force, thereby indicating to a user by tactile feedback the relative position (on/off) the child lock mechanism is in, thereby assuring intended movement of the child lock mechanism from one of the on/off positions to the other.

Abstract: A handle for a motor vehicle includes a mounting carrier which can be secured on the inside of a door of the motor vehicle, and a grip level that can be arranged on the outside of the door of the motor vehicle and is secured to said mounting carrier. The mounting carrier comprises a control element that is operatively connected to a securing element which can be arranged on the outside of the door. The control element is movable from a retaining position into a securing position as the result of which the distance between the securing element and the control element can be reduced, thus allowing the mounting carrier to be fastened to the door in a reliable manner.

Abstract: A handle for a motor vehicle includes a mounting carrier which can be secured on the inside of a door of the motor vehicle, a grip level that can be arranged on the outside of the door of the motor vehicle and is secured to said mounting carrier, and an activation element which is positioned movable on the mounting carrier. The mounting carrier comprises a control element that can be moved between a retaining position and a securing position. The control element engages with the activation element in the retaining position such that the activation element is retained in a mounting position in order to allow the grip level to be mounted more easily, and the control element is detached from the activation element when in the securing position.

Abstract: A handle for a motor vehicle includes a mounting carrier which can be secured on the inside of a door of the motor vehicle, and a grip level that can be arranged on the outside of the door of the motor vehicle and is secured to said mounting carrier. A lock cylinder unit is mounted such that it can move on the mounting carrier, as a result of which the lock cylinder unit can be displaced between a pre-mounting position and a final mounting position.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a latching system for a door or flap of a motor vehicle, comprising a triggering lever 2 and an operating lever 1 to rotate the triggering lever 2, the triggering lever 2 having two connections 11 for simultaneous triggering of two separate latching devices for a door or flap, further comprising a coupling lever 3 rotatably attached to the triggering lever 2 to couple the operating lever 1 with the triggering lever 2. Highly reliable bolting can be attained with simultaneously low manufacturing costs.

Abstract: A system for monitoring a pressure change within at least one compartment of an aircraft and operating a pyrotechnic device associated with a door latch, includes a securing mechanism arranged in an aircraft door that includes a pyrotechnic actuator and a latch bolt. The system includes the pyrotechnic actuator configured to move the latch bolt when the pyrotechnic actuator is actuated. The system also includes a pressure sensor configured to provide a pressure signal. The system also includes a controller configured to determine a pressure drop representing a decompression event. The system also includes an output driver configured to generate an output signal to actuate the pyrotechnic actuator when the controller determines the occurrence of a decompression event.

Abstract: A power latch assembly is disclosed having a latch mechanism, a power release mechanism for selectively releasing the latch mechanism using an electric actuator, and a key cylinder mechanical release mechanism configured to release the latch mechanism in response to two distinct user input activation movements.

Abstract: A lock for an access point such as a window includes a dual-action locking mechanism with a locking unit and a blocker. The locking unit is movable between a locking position and an unlocking position. The blocker blocks movement of the locking unit when the blocker is in a blocking position, and permits movement of the locking unit when the blocker is in an unblocking position. The lock may capture an insert attached to a tether to permit partial opening of a window while the unit is locked.

Abstract: The invention is an apparatus intended to aid in the installment of the Blum overlay hinge mounting plate onto cabinets; the use of this invention will be most relevant to the custom cabinetry industry. The invention will be used to provide consistency and accuracy in mounting plate placement on custom cabinets, thereby ridding the industry of mistakes inherent in the installation of Blum cabinet hardware by hand.

Abstract: The invention is an apparatus intended to aid in the installment of the Blum Inset hinge mounting plate onto cabinets; the use of this invention will be most relevant to the custom cabinetry industry. The invention will be used to provide consistency and accuracy in mounting plate placement on custom cabinets, thereby ridding the industry of mistakes inherent in the installation of Blum cabinet hardware by hand.

Abstract: A hinge pin support for a resistance band can include a cylindrical body and an eye. The cylindrical body can extend along a longitudinal axis and can include a first end portion and an opposite second end portion. The cylindrical body can be insertable into a set of knuckles of a door hinge. The eye can connect to a resistance band. The eye can be coupled to a first end portion of the cylindrical body and can extend radially outward from the cylindrical body.

Abstract: A furniture drive for moving a movably mounted furniture part relative to a furniture body includes a drive unit to be mounted on or in the furniture body, and at least one movably mounted actuating part for moving the movable furniture part. A mounting stop that can be applied to the furniture body is provided on the drive unit.

Abstract: A passage gate for allowing or preventing people to enter or to exit a passage area comprising a base portion (110) and a panel portion (120) is provided. The passage gate (100) is configured to be driven in a first operation mode and a second operation mode. When the passage gate (100) is driven in the first operation mode the panel portion (120) is slidable relative the base portion (110) between a first open position, allowing people to pass, and a closed position preventing people from passing through the passage gate (100). When the passage gate (100) is driven in the second operation mode the base portion (110) is rotatable between the closed position and a second open position for achieving a larger passage area.

Abstract: A vehicle door is provided that includes a door panel, a door handle located on the panel and having a contact surface, and one or more proximity sensors located on the handle to sense a user's hand interfacing with the handle. The vehicle door also includes an actuator for actuating the door panel, and a controller configured to control the actuator to open the door open position at a speed that varies based on the sensed user hand contacting the contact surface.

Abstract: A zone object detection system including a passenger compartment. Also included is a door moveable between an opened position and a closed position. Further included is a first sensor monitoring a first zone outside of a plane of the door. Yet further included is a second sensor monitoring a second zone comprising at least one of the plane of the door and outside of the plane of the door. Also included is a controller in operative communication with the first sensor and the second sensor, the controller commanding a first modification of a door closing movement of the door if an object is detected in the first zone, the controller commanding a second modification of the door closing movement of the door if an object is detected in the second zone.

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved method for mounting and securing Flashing at exterior wall fenestration openings by using a three part system, Mounting Channel, Flashing, and Retaining Clip. The Mounting Channel is mounted at the opening or transition area when the framing is complete. The Flashing is inserted into the Mounting Channel. The Flashing is held in place with a Retaining Clip that uses tension to retain the Flashing in place. In this manner, the Flashing can be installed without the need for any mechanical fasteners and is designed to attach Flashing in a manner that allows fenestration to seal directly to the Air Barrier and reduce thermal bridging. Further, because the Flashing can be installed after all other exterior building components are installed, it is less likely that the Flashing will be damaged during the construction process.

Abstract: Disclosed is a multilayered, multicolored threshold for transitioning from one flooring surface to another, such as at a doorway. An exemplary multicolor threshold includes a top layer comprised of a first compound and a main body portion comprised of a second compound.

Abstract: Window assemblies and methods for their construction are disclosed. In one aspect, the disclosed window assemblies include wooden side jambs connected to a non-wooden sill assembly via intermediately positioned end caps. In some examples, each end cap includes a main body and a step defined within the main body for supporting an end of the sill assembly, wherein the step extends at an oblique angle to a length of the side jamb associated with the end cap. The provision of an angled or obliquely oriented shelf eliminates the need to mill a similarly shaped structure within the wooden side jambs.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a door frame, particularly a door frame for a pre-hung door assembly, which is foldable to minimize storage space and to allow for enhanced logistic efficiencies. The door frame contains parallel, spaced apart, vertical jambs and a horizontal header connecting the top ends of the jambs. Each of the jambs and the horizontal header contains a front section and back section that are hingedly joined so that then can be folded on to each other. The hingedly joined front and back sections allow the door fame to be foldable to minimize space occupied during storage.

Abstract: A composite sash and frame for windows and doors uses a sash assembly, a frame head, a frame sill and a frame jamb to thermally maximize structural integrity, prevent thermal transfer, and increase aesthetic appeal. The composite sash and frame for windows and doors uses a two-sided system. The first side is constructed from rigid durable materials that are designed to withstand corrosion and is positioned on the exterior surface of a building. The second side is constructed from aesthetically appealing thermally isolating materials and is positioned on the interior surface of the building. The sash assembly, the frame head, the frame sill, and the frame jamb are all constructed using this two-sided architecture, and are thus specifically designed to withstand corrosion and damage while satisfying the user's aesthetic requirements.

Abstract: A retainer includes an abutting portion, a protrusion integrally extended from a side of the abutting portion and having a through hole for a lift pull cord to be slidably threaded therethrough, and two opposite upper cantilever portions and two opposite lower cantilever portions integrally extended from another side of the abutting portion. A first positioning groove is provided between the upper and lower cantilever portions for a slat to be embedded in the first positioning groove. Second and third positioning grooves perpendicularly communicating with the first positioning groove are provided between the upper cantilever portions and between the lower cantilever portions respectively for a tilt cord to be inserted in the second and third positioning grooves.

Abstract: A window blind assembly to provide illumination to the interior of a room and to prevent sunlight from entering the room includes a multitude of the light emitting diode (LED) slats mounted in the window opening of a window frame and being rotatably connected to the window frame: a controller being embedded in the window blind assembly and configured to control the function of each row of the LED slats.

Abstract: A blind apparatus is provided. The blind apparatus includes: a plurality of rolls respectively coupled to rotary shafts that are parallel with each other; a plurality of screens respectively wound on or unwound from the rolls; and a plurality of weights respectively connected to the lower ends of the screens and applying torque in a first direction in which the screens are unwound to the rolls using gravity, in which the weights are combined with each other by magnetic force.

Abstract: A motor assembly includes an output shaft disposed along a central axis extending in one direction, a motor that rotates the output shaft, a circuit board electrically connected to the motor, a power supply that supplies power to the motor and the circuit board, and a case having a tubular shape that extends in an axial direction and accommodates the motor, the circuit board, and the power supply A substrate surface of the circuit board and the power supply are disposed to face each other in a predetermined direction that is orthogonal or substantially orthogonal to the axial direction.

Abstract: A ladder step attachment. The ladder step attachment includes a base having a pair of arms extending away from an upper surface thereof. The pair of arms extend at an angle such that a distal end of the pair of arms is closer to a rear side of the base than to a front side of the base. A fastener is located on the distal end, wherein the fastener can removably secure to a rung of a ladder. The base further includes a cutout along the front side, wherein a platform is secured to the base at a lateral side of the cutout via a hinge. The platform can move between an open position and a closed position, wherein the platform is coplanar with the base when in the closed position.

Abstract: A radial bearing for transmitting a radial load, including a first radial bearing component having an inner surface defining a bore and a second radial bearing component received within the bore of the first radial bearing component and having an outer surface. The first radial bearing component includes a plurality of first component wear resistant inserts arranged and mounted on the inner surface. The second radial bearing component includes a second component wear resistant coating on at least a portion of the outer surface. The first radial bearing component and the second radial bearing component interact to transmit the radial load between the first radial bearing component and the second radial bearing component.

Abstract: This invention relates to a versatile rotary vane actuator module and a thermal actuation system with universal adaptable shafts/installation and differential rotary and turbocharger mechanisms to actuate 0-360 degree or more for complicated, precision, extreme rotary applications like robotic excavators, airplanes, heavy or weapon machinery, satellite receivers or wind turbine position controls, remote pipeline valves, HIPP or subsea valves and BOP controls, the thermal actuation system includes three thermal elements (1) pressure sources (2) volume vessel (3) heat sources, the vane actuator comes with redundant edge seals and corner seal rings to minimize or eliminate the inherent leakage and the differential rotation mechanism and the turbocharger with a dynamic porting system to expand the rotation 360 degree more efficiently, the actuator module includes a least one housing assembly, at least one driver assembly and at least one dynamic embedded porting system.