Abstract: The invention relates to a head for a formwork prop, which comprises a lower pin for connecting to the prop, a base for supporting beams, and four projections arranged to form a rectangle defining a long side and a short side, each projection being disposed at a corner of said rectangle, the rectangle delimiting an area for receiving beams. The head comprises two plates perpendicular to the support base, the plates being arranged parallel to each other and to the long side such that the plates leave a space therebetween for a beam and respective spaces for a beam in the space between the ends of the plates and one of the projections, each plate comprising at least two housings for attaching a beam.

Abstract: A connection assembly for formwork elements includes a counterplate, a bolt, and a bolt block. The counterplate can include a plurality of surfaces having differing heights that selectively engage with a waler during engagement or disengagement of the bolt from the formwork element. The formwork element can include a J-shaped waler that allows for easy climbing and/or hanging of objects on a site. The connection assembly can include a bolt block that removably engages a formwork element.

Abstract: A venue includes a display screen, a performance stage, and an audience area. The display screen has (i) an inner periphery, (ii) an outer periphery, and (iii) at least one of a non-linear or a curved cross-sectional shape that is at least partially revolved around a center point. The performance stage (i) is positioned between the inner periphery and the outer periphery of the display screen and (ii) at least partially extends along at least one of the inner periphery or the outer periphery of the display screen. The audience area is positioned between the inner periphery and the outer periphery of the display screen.

Abstract: Provided are: a connection system that can either improve convenience or achieve improved operability or cost reduction; and a building. A connection system has a mobile body and a building. The building has: a floor that connects with the floor surface of the mobile body; and a wall that integrates with a first opening-closing body of the mobile body in an opened state when the floor surface of the mobile body is connected to the floor.

Abstract: For parking a bicycle, a bicycle parking device includes a lower supporting frame, a rotating platform, at least one rotating column structure, and a lifting device. The lower supporting frame that installs a rotating platform and supports an upper supporting frame through a bracing rod. The rotating platform is arranged on the lower braced frame and a fan-shaped notch is arranged on the rotating platform. The at least one rotating column structure that supports the lower braced frame, wherein at least one rotating column structure supports the lower braced frame. The lifting device arranged in the rotating column structure is detachably connected to a carrier frame used for carrying bicycles.

Abstract: A solar power generation assembly includes a vertical support column; a canopy including a plurality of solar modules for solar power generation; a first brace and a second brace on a first side of the support column to support the canopy; a third brace and a fourth brace on a second side of the support column to support the canopy; and a gutter system integrated into the canopy and directing precipitation along one or more of the second brace and the fourth brace to the support column. One or more of the first brace and the third brace manage electrical cables extending from the canopy to the support column.

Abstract: A memorial grave marker display system including a memorial assembly having a grave marker, a storage compartment, and functional indicia. The grave marker includes an integral storage compartment and the functional indicia. The storage compartment is a substantially transparent display case. The functional indicia is displayed on a front surface of the grave marker. The memorial assembly is modular and configured to secure and seal pre-selected memorial items as contents within for viewing.

Abstract: A gazebo with a two-dimensional cover and a rod assembly, which is connected to the cover and holds the cover in a three-dimensional shape. The rod assembly is formed of a main rod assembly and a secondary rod assembly, wherein the main rod assembly has one or more resilient rods, which connect end portions of two opposing gussets of the cover. The secondary rod assembly has one or more resilient rods to connect in each case center regions of the edge between two adjacent gussets of the cover with each other. At least one tensioning element to increase at least the spacing between the ends of a rod of the rod assembly to hold the gazebo in its three-dimensional shape. The gazebo has no center rod which supports the gazebo from the ground and which in particular provides no variation in spacing.

Abstract: A mist releasing awning assembly for producing a cooling mist from a commercially available bottle of drinking water includes a vertical support and a commercially available bottle of drinking water. A frame is releasably attachable to the vertical support and an awning is removably positionable on the frame. A spray tube is coupled to the frame and a spray unit is coupled to the frame. The commercially available bottle of drinking water is fluidly coupled to the spray unit and the spray unit is in fluid communication with the spray tube. The spray unit urges water in the commercially available bottle of drinking water outwardly through the spray tube to produce a mist for cooling a user.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fitting (1) for actuating a mechanism in a door or window, which has a handle (10) that is rotatably supported in or on a stop element (20) about an axis of rotation (D), wherein the stop element (20) can be fastened to the door or window, a drive pin (40) for actuating the mechanism in the door or window, a coupling element (50) for coupling the handle (10) to the drive pin (40), and a blocking device (70), which blocks the actuation of the drive pin (40) about the axis of rotation (D) when in the blocking position (A), wherein the blocking device (70) can be moved to a releasing position (B) through an axial actuation of the handle from a first position to a second position along the axis of rotation (D).

Abstract: A lock assembly including a lock mechanism, a guide, a strike plate and an alignment track. The lock mechanism includes a lock bolt transitionable between an unlocked orientation and a locked orientation. The guide is carried by the lock bolt and travels along a path that is both parallel and perpendicular to the strike plate as the lock bolt transitions between the unlocked orientation and locked orientation. The strike plate includes a strike plate opening through which the lock bolt passes when transitioning from the unlocked orientation to the locked orientation. The alignment track engages the guide for laterally aligning the lock bolt within the strike plate opening in a direction generally orthogonal to a plane in which the lock bolt travels when transitioning from the unlocked orientation to the locked orientation. Methods of operation and door assemblies including the lock assembly are provided.

Abstract: Provided is a locking mechanism for a consumer appliance comprising a lid or door position sensing feature incorporating two magnets in a repelling relationship. One magnet is incorporated into a lid pawl and the other magnet is incorporated into a switch actuating component inside of the locking mechanism such that their like poles are facing each other to repel each other when the pawl is moved into the actuation zone of the locking mechanism. By nature, magnets tend to seek attraction alignment, therefore a repelling alignment is contrary to the natural tendency of magnets. Structural rigidity is required in the locking mechanism to hold the magnets in the repelling state. Consequently, it is not easy or intuitive for a user to defeat this sensing method with another magnet.

Abstract: The invention relates to a container device (1) for storing an identification device (2) in a vehicle (3), comprising a key compartment (10) with a cavity (11) in which the identification device (2) can be stored. Furthermore, the invention relates to an insert (60) for storing an identification device (2) in a cavity (11) of a container device (1), a container system (6) and a method (200) for actuating an identification device (2).

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a combination lock including a housing configured to lockingly receive a locking link. The lock includes a plurality of outer dials and a plurality of inner dials, each selectively coupled to a corresponding outer dial. A spindle is positioned radially internal to the inner dials. A multiplier link is pivotably connected between the spindle and a locking bolt. Some forms of the combination lock include a tactile feedback mechanism and/or a combination reset mechanism.

Abstract: An intelligent unlocking device comprises a rear shell, a front shell, a motor assembly, a hollow rotating shaft, an adapting piece connected with a lock cylinder and the hollow rotating shaft, a manual rotating shaft, an inner bearing and a bearing support which are disposed around the manual rotating shaft, and an outer bearing. The bearing support and the outer bearing are disposed around an end of the manual rotating shaft. The intelligent unlocking device is silent and free of noises in use, and convenient to assemble and disassemble, intelligent unlocking can be achieved without replacement of a whole door lock, and costs are reduced for users.

Abstract: Provided is a locking mechanism incorporating a cost-effective, non-contact lid or door sensing switch that is housed in a hydrophobically sealed enclosure. The lid or door position sensing feature is quiet in operation. The lid or door position sensing switch and the lock position sensing switch both carry high electrical power without the need for additional electrical components. The design also incorporates a spring-loaded lid or door pawl or a breaking pawl that protects the latch from catastrophic failure from a force open event making the appliance inoperable after the occurrence of such an event, thus requiring either the user (or a technician) to replace the pawl in order to operate the appliance.

Abstract: A safety lock and access key for doors that otherwise need to remain locked comprising a lock body containing a spring biased catch extending from one end of the body to engage in a keep of the door frame, a lever for moving the catch into the body to unlock the door, and a tool for unlocking locked doors.

Abstract: A theft deterrent system for an electronics cabinet may include a first hasp, which may include a plurality of studs extending from a surface thereof. At least one stud of the plurality of studs may be dimensioned to engage with a padlock ring of the electronics cabinet. The first hasp may have a tab having a shackle hole therein. The theft deterrent system may include a second hasp, which may include a plurality of holes dimensioned to receive a respective one of the plurality of studs. The second hasp may also have a tab having a shackle hole therein. The system may further include a shield retainer dimensioned to surround at least portions of the first hasp and the second hasp. To secure the electronics cabinet, a shackle of a hidden shackle lock may be fed through the shackle holes and the hidden shackle lock may then be locked.

Abstract: Various embodiments provide a method for operating an opening mechanism which serves for the opening of a motor vehicle lock, wherein the opening mechanism is formed separately from the motor vehicle lock and, for the opening, is coupled mechanically to the motor vehicle lock, wherein the opening mechanism is assigned a control arrangement, a switchable coupling arrangement, an actuating lever and an electric drive arrangement. It is proposed that the overall pivoting region of the actuating lever starting from the starting position comprises a first pivoting region and a second pivoting region following the latter, wherein the motorized opening operation can be triggered by means of the drive arrangement by means of an actuating stroke over the first pivoting region.

Abstract: A system and method for securing a physical vehicle key at a vehicle, wherein the method is carried out by one or more electronic processors located at the vehicle, the method including the steps of: determining whether a vehicle key storage unit is in a lockable state, wherein the vehicle key storage unit includes a key hole for inserting the physical vehicle key and is located at the vehicle; when it is determined that the vehicle key storage unit is not in the lockable state, sending a notification to a vehicle user informing the vehicle user to place the physical vehicle key in the key hole; and when it is determined that the vehicle key storage unit is in the lockable state, engaging a key lock of the vehicle key storage unit so that the physical vehicle key is locked in and not removable from the key hole.

Abstract: A power latch assembly for a motor vehicle closure system configured to provide a power cinching feature and a power release feature. The power cinching feature is configured to retain the ratchet in a cinched striker capture position with the pawl disengaged from the ratchet. The power release feature is configured to move the ratchet from its cinched striker capture position to a cinch release striker capture position for unloading the seals prior to release of the ratchet to its striker release position.

Abstract: A power release latching system includes a gear and a pawl release lever. The gear is adapted to rotate about a rotation axis, and includes a serpentine cam component. The pawl release lever is adapted to pivot about a pivot axis spaced from and disposed parallel to the rotation axis. The pawl release lever includes a serpentine cam portion in camming contact with the serpentine cam component. The camming contact is configured to change from a low-speed-high-torque condition to a high-speed-low torque condition as the pawl release lever pivots from a neutral position to an end high position.

Abstract: A bar lock assembly including a lock rod defining a rotational axis for the bar lock assembly. The lock rod includes a first elongated lock rod portion and a second lock rod portion. A lengthwise section of the second lock rod portion telescopically extends from a first end of said first lock rod portion when the bar lock assembly is in a first condition. The second lock rod portion is substantially retracted within the first lock rod portion when the bar lock assembly is in a second condition. An elongated handle with opposed ends extends from the lock rod. One end of the handle is pivotally connected to the first lock rod portion to effect rotational movements of the bar lock assembly about the rotational axis. The handle moves in a fixed arc about a fixed pivot point whereat the handle is connected to the first lock rod portion.

Abstract: A retractable outside door handle assembly for a vehicle according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention may include an outside door handle protruded outward in a width direction of a vehicle rather than a door outer panel configuring a door of the vehicle or being receivable to an opening formed at the door outer panel. A first link has one end connected to one end of the outside door handle and the other end extending downward along a height direction of the vehicle. A second link has one end connected to one side and the other side of the outside door handle and the other end extending along the height direction of the vehicle. A main arm has one end rotatably connected to the door outer panel and the other end connected to the second link.

Abstract: An example door handle system, includes a handle, an actuation lever, a first spring, and an unlocking lever. The handle includes a first mounting section and a second mounting section. The first mounting section is opposite the second mounting section. The actuation lever is pivotably connected to the first mounting section. The first spring is engaged with the actuation lever and the first mounting section to urge the handle to pivot in a first rotational direction relative to the actuation lever. The unlocking lever is pivotably connected to the second mounting section.

Abstract: A spring assembly for a handle set assembly includes a housing and a gear rotatably positioned within the housing. The gear has a default position and at least one actuated rotated position. The spring assembly includes at least one rack positioned within the housing. The at least one rack is movable in a rack displacement direction that is normal to the axis of rotation of the gear in response to rotation of the gear between a neutral position and a displaced position. The spring assembly includes a slider positioned at a first end of the at least one rack, the slider being slidable along the rack displacement direction. The spring assembly includes at least one spring captured between the housing and slider. The at least one spring is positioned to apply a spring force to the at least one rack toward the neutral position when the at least one rack is in the displaced position.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a motor vehicle having a door check mechanism. An example motor vehicle a pivotable door, a door check mechanism including a bar, wherein the door check mechanism is configured to hold the door open in a fully open check position, and a retarder assembly configured to oppose opening of the door beyond the fully open check position by applying a force generated by a non-linear surface of the bar.

Abstract: A hinge for connecting a first pivoting body to a second pivoting body in a relatively pivotable manner includes a sheet body configured to attach a first end of the sheet body to the first pivoting body, and to attach a second end of the sheet body to the second pivoting body. The sheet body includes a plurality of layered sheet members, and a pivot shaft between layered sheet members of the plurality of layered sheet members to allow the first end and the second end of the sheet body to pivot relative to each other. The pivot shaft includes a soft resin part between the layered sheet members.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to hinge assemblies for securing closure members to a vehicle body. Exemplary hinge assemblies may include icebreaker features for breaking through ice formations that can form on the closure members. The icebreaker features are configured to break through the ice formations as the closure members are moved.

Abstract: Disclosed is a door hinge having a buffering function, including: a casing within which a damper is disposed in an axially movable manner, an end portion of a piston rod at the front end of the damper being fixedly connected to the casing; a hinge cup; a linking member A with a right end rotatably disposed inside the casing via a first rotating shaft and a left end rotatably connected to the hinge cup via a third rotating shaft; and a connecting member B with a right end rotatably disposed inside the casing via a second rotating shaft and a left end rotatably connected to the hinge cup via a fourth rotating shaft. The end portion at the right end of the linking member A or the connecting member B is disposed corresponding to the rear end of the damper.

Abstract: A door mechanism for a compartment on an aircraft that includes a door with a first lower guide, a second lower guide, a first upper guide, and a second upper guide. The door mechanism includes a first lower track, a second lower track, a first upper track, and a second upper track, each having a guide track. The first lower guide, second guide, first upper guide, and second upper guide being configured to travel along the corresponding guide track to enable the door to move between open and closed positions. The door in the open position may be positioned within a portion the compartment or may be positioned above the compartment. The first and second lower tracks may include a first a second gap that enables the door to be selectively uncoupled from the first and second lower track guides permitting the door to swing away from the compartment.

Abstract: A hinge for the rotatable movement of a closing element, such as a door, a window, a shutter or the like, includes a fixed element anchorable to a stationary support structure and a mobile element anchorable to the closing element. The fixed and movable elements are mutually coupled so as to rotate with respect to each other between an open position and a closed position. One of the fixed or movable element includes a working chamber, with a plunger disposed to slide along a longitudinal axis and operatively coupled with the other one of the fixed or movable elements so that the sliding of the plunger corresponds to a rotation of the movable element.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided having a foam cushion (9) attached to an elongate elastic member (8). Adhesive pads (10) are attached one to each end of the elastic member (8). A “U” shaped resiliently deformable handle is attached to the uppermost and lowest cushion (9) and adapted to project through the hinge gap formed between the hinge stile (6) and the door jamb (7) when the door is swung open. The apparatus can be secured to the hinge stile (6) of a hinge mounted door leaf (3) by means of the adhesive pads (10) and with the elastic member (8) under sufficient tension to keep the cushions resting against the hinge stile and the handle projecting through the hinge gap. If an attempt is made to close the door without displacing the cushions 9 from the hinge gap the cushions prevent full closure. To fully close the door the handle is pulled from the hinge side of the door, until the cushions (9) are displaced through the hinge gap and the door can then be closed.

Abstract: A damping unit for damping a movable element of a home appliance has at least two dampers positioned in a housing. The dampers are positioned side-by-side to guarantee a defined series of damping an energy of the movable element. There is also described a home appliance having the novel damping unit.

Abstract: A position sensing device for sensing an upper limit position and a lower limit position of a hoisting line for raising and lowering a door leaf of an animal enclosure, the position sensing device comprising a hoisting line pathway for a hoisting line to raise and lower a door leaf of an animal enclosure, an actuator arm moveable between a first position and a second position, and a proximity switch having a first state corresponding to the actuator arm being in the first position and a second state corresponding to the actuator arm being in the second position.

Abstract: A sliding door assembly includes a frame that supports and interfaces directly to a fixed door panel and a moving door panel. The frame includes opposed side jamb portions, a sill portion, and head jamb portion opposite the sill portion. The door assembly includes an electric motor, a wireless motor controller, and a drive belt that is operably coupled to the moving door panel. The drive belt is driven by the electric motor under control of the wireless motor controller. The head jamb portion includes at least one internal channel that accommodates the drive belt. One of the side jamb portions has a first internal compartment that houses the electric motor and the wireless motor controller.

Abstract: Example methods and systems to indicate the status of door operations are disclosed. An example door system includes a door panel having a leading edge to be moved in a travel direction between an open position and a closed position relative to the doorframe. The door panel to block the passageway when the leading edge is at the closed position. The door panel to unblock the passageway when the leading edge is at the open position. The example door system also includes a series of lights distributed along the travel direction proximate the doorframe. The example door system further includes a controller to switch the lights between a first state and a second state to provide a visual effect of movement corresponding to the operating status of the door system.

Abstract: There is provided a method for actuating a component of a vehicle. The method may include applying an initial force to the component to actuate the component, and generating a movement indicator based on whether the component moves in response to the initial force. Moreover, the method may include receiving a freezing indicator associated with a likelihood of the component being immobilized due to freezing. If the movement indicator is negative and the freezing indicator is affirmative, the method also includes applying an adjusted force to the component to mobilize the component.

Abstract: To reduce or prevent erroneous recognition by a user concerning the roof operation of a convertible vehicle whose roof is adapted to be opened and closed. A roof opening/closing system of a convertible vehicle includes an opening/closing device for opening/closing the roof of the convertible vehicle; and a controller for determining, with respect to at least one of the opening and closing operations by the opening/closing device, whether to enable or disable the operation; and a notifying device for notifying a user whether the operation is enabled or disabled as determined by the controller. For example, in the case where the burning protection is turned off, following the determination based on the condition relevant to burning protection lift of prohibition of the roof operation is notified when other permitting conditions for the roof operation are fulfilled.

Abstract: A method for controlling an automatic liftgate in a vehicle includes detecting a garage door frame of a garage using a front camera or a rear camera mounted on the vehicle, determining a garage height of the garage door frame, determining whether the vehicle has entered the garage, and setting a custom height to which the automatic liftgate can open to the garage height of the garage door frame when the vehicle has entered the garage.

Abstract: A frame assembly supporting an overhead door has a horizontal header connected to upright columns or posts with splice assemblies. Fasteners mounted on the columns cooperate with retainers on the splice assemblies to position and connect the columns to the header. Hinge assemblies pivotally mount the door on the header for movement between open and closed positions.

Abstract: A sliding door system may satisfy the requirements of, and be fire-rated in accordance with, UL10B (“Standard for Fire Tests of Door Assemblies”), and/or satisfy the requirements of, and be pressure-rated in accordance with, UL10C (“Standard for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies”).

Abstract: In one aspect, a shutter assembly may include a shutter frame having a top rail, a bottom rail, and first and second stiles extending between the top and bottom rails. The shutter assembly may also include two or more louvers extending between the first and second stiles, with the louvers including at least one driven louver. The louvers may be configured to rotate simultaneously relative to the shutter frame. Additionally, the shutter assembly may include a motor positioned within the shutter frame that is rotatably coupled to the driven louver(s) via at least one shaft. Moreover, the shutter assembly may include a clutch configured to rotationally disengage the driven louver(s) from the motor when the louvers are being manually rotated relative the shutter frame.

Abstract: A system, and methods, for preventing fluid infiltration. The fluid infiltration preventing system comprises a horizontal insert foam blocker and a vertical foam blocker. The fluid infiltration preventing system is configured to prevent penetration or infiltration of fluids, such as water, and preferably wind driven water, into an interior region.

Abstract: A heat-ray-reflective, light-transmissive base material is provided that includes a light-transmissive base material; a hard-coat layer disposed over one surface of the light-transmissive base material; and a transparent conductive oxide layer containing a transparent conductive oxide, disposed over the hard-coat layer.

Abstract: The system has a pleated net run by ropes that begin from the same side of the retention case, cross the net and continue upwards to all upper fixed horizontal guide, and are fastened at the upper part of the system. This invention uses wire rope which has one edge fastened at the upper truck, passes horizontally above the net, then passes through the pulley at the upper part of the sliding case, follows a vertical course towards the second pulley at the lower part of the sliding guide, crosses the lower fixed horizontal guide and is fastened on the lower part of the vertical fixed side guide. In case of a system with two or more leaves, this invention uses a ropes' central end component, tension adjusters and a ropes' run component.

Abstract: An improved roller shade system provides increased support, additional adjustments and/or increased safety. The slip plate allows the brake to slip forward and minimize damage to the clutch spring when a user pulls too hard on the hembar. The center drive mechanism extends through a bracket to allow the drive shaft to distribute power in both directions and drive two shade tube simultaneously. The tube adapter absorbs force from the spinning shade tube to minimize damage to the other components and the bead chain. The sprocket has a back wall supporting the sprocket, allowing the sprocket 130 to rest on the back flange of the sun gear to minimize pressure on the gears. An adjustment arm is adjusted to help level the shade band. The shade bands may be removed without disturbing the other shade bands in the system. A height of a hembar may be adjusted by rotating a rod within the hembar.

Abstract: A safety accessory for stabilizing a user on a step ladder is provided. The safety accessory includes an elongate member having a shaft and at least one handle portion extending perpendicularly to the shaft and structured to be gripped by the user, the handle portion having a strap ring; a harness configured to removeably couple to the strap ring of the handle portion, the harness being structured to cradle and urge the user toward the center of gravity of the step ladder when the user stands on at least one of the plurality of steps of the step ladder; and a clamp configured to removeably attach to a selected location on the side rail of the step ladder, the clamp having a receptacle structured to slideably receive the shaft of the elongate member and a positioning structure configured to maintain the shaft of the elongate member into a selected one of a plurality of longitudinal positions with respect to the clamp.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system for operably adapting a ladder wherein such adaptation provides a stable base for almost any terrain, providing for a ladder that will substantially not slip from the base in use.

Abstract: An multi-position ladder is disclosed that includes an adjustable top cap that provides a tool or material tool tray when the ladder is in a stepladder position and provides a step when the ladder is in an extension ladder position is disclosed. The top cap generally comprises a rigid frame extending between the adjustable hinges of the multi-position ladder with a tool or utility tray and a step surface on opposing sides. The tool tray is parallel to the ladder rungs when the ladder is in a stepladder position, and the step surface provides a generally planar surface parallel the rungs when the ladder is in an extension position. The rigid frame of the top cap adds strength to the adjustment hinge and to the multi-position ladder. Embodiments allow for 12-inch hinge spacing, adding one foot reach in the extension position and six inch reach to the stepladder.