Abstract: The disclosed technology includes a paver including a gripping structure on the bottom surface thereof, as well as methods for manufacturing and using the same.

Abstract: A playing surface assembly that defines at least a portion of a playing surface. The playing surface assembly has a backing, a plurality of reinforcement elements secured to and extending upwardly from the backing, and an infill material defining a top surface of the playing surface assembly. Each reinforcement element has a top end and a reveal distance corresponding to a vertical spacing between the top surface of the playing surface assembly and the top end of the reinforcement element. The reveal distance of each reinforcement element is less than 0.5 inches. In use, the reinforcement elements restrict lateral and vertical migration of the infill material, and the infill material is the primary source of performance characteristics of the playing surface assembly.

Abstract: A system for distributing a material over a surface includes a sensor configured to transmit a sonic signal from a position on the system to a surface of a quantity of the material. The system also includes a device to project an image onto the surface of the quantity of the material. The device is adjustable in relation to the sensor to cause the image to have a specified shape when the sonic signal impacts the surface of the quantity of the material at a specified angle, and a different shape when the sonic signal impacts the surface of the quantity of the material at different angle.

Abstract: A concrete curb forming and extruding apparatus with wheel adjustment locks, and an adjustable slip form system shaping cementitious material into a continuous curb forced there through by an extruder which receives materials stored in a hopper with dasher. The extruder has a rotary trowel compacting member which continually forces material from the hopper into compressed concrete passing through an adjustable slip form to fill the same and form differing shaped continuous curbing underneath fences or against vertical surfaces or conventional curbing, depending upon the slip form setting.

Abstract: In a self-propelled construction machine for working ground pavements comprising at least one machine frame, at least one height-adjustable milling drum for working the ground pavement in a working operation, driven by at least one drive unit, at least one control device for monitoring and controlling the milling depth of the milling drum and the speed of the construction machine, it is provided for the following features to be achieved: that a monitoring device detects an interruption of the working operation, and when detecting the interruption of the working operation emits a signal to interrupt the drive of the milling drum.

Abstract: The self-propelled construction machine 1 according to the invention, in particular a road milling machine, has a machine frame 3 on which a milling drum 10 is arranged, at least one running gear 4, 6 on the left side in the working direction A, and at least one running gear 5, 7 on the right side in the working direction A, wherein lifting devices 4A, 5A, 6A, 7A on which the machine frame 3 is supported are functionally assigned to the same. In addition, the construction machine has a levelling device 15 for driving the lifting devices 4A, 5A, 6A, 7A, which is designed in such a manner that the height and/or inclination of the machine frame 3 is adjustable with respect to the traffic surface (8). The levelling device 15 provides a special control mode which is intended for the operation of the construction machine 1 in the event that a track section on the outer side 20A of the driving surface is to be machined.

Abstract: A bridge overhang bracket assembly includes a top member having an upper surface. The top member and a diagonal member are pivotally attached proximate to respective distal and upper ends thereof. The diagonal member and a side member are pivotally attached proximate to respective lower and bottom ends thereof. A connection element is mounted to the top member and is pivotally attached to a top end of the side member. The connection element is translatable along the top member to adjust a longitudinal position of the connection element relative to the top member. The connection element does not extend above the upper surface of the top member.

Abstract: The sound absorbing board includes a body and multiple sound absorbing elements. The body has a first side surface and a second side surface. The multiple sound absorbing elements are formed on the body at spaced intervals, and each one of the multiple sound absorbing elements has a protrusion, a groove, and two sound absorbing openings. The protrusion is formed on the first side surface of the body. The groove is formed on the second side surface of the body and has multiple concave portions and at least one convex portion. The multiple concave portions are formed on a bottom surface of the groove. The at least one convex portion is formed on the bottom surface of the groove, and is formed between two adjacent ones of the multiple concave portions. The two sound absorbing openings are formed on the two opposite side surfaces of the protrusion, respectively.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a traffic cones and traffic cone lanterns placement and collection system and a method.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a shovel including a blade, at least one fastener, a connector, and a handle. The blade has a first major surface and an opposing second major surface, and each of the fastener(s) and the connector are attached to the second major surface. The handle is removably attached to the connector. In use, such as for use as a snow shovel, the handle is attached to the connector. Advantageously, when the shovel is not in use, the handle may be removed from the connector and attached to and held by the fastener(s), which decreases the overall dimensions of the shovel for ease of storage and/or transport.

Abstract: A plow mounts to a vehicle and includes a plow blade defining a longitudinal direction and having a forward surface configurable at a first position with the plow blade transverse to the direction of travel and a second position with the plow blade oblique to the direction of travel. First and second box ends are at ends of the plow blade, extending transversely to the plow blade, each of the first and second box ends having a first straight edge, a second straight edge, and a recess intermediate the first and second straight edges. The box ends rotate between a first position with a first straight edge extending forward horizontally proximate the bottom of the plow blade; a second position with a second straight extending rearward horizontally proximate the bottom of the plow blade, and a third position with the first and second straight edges raised.

Abstract: A snow melting assembly for a driveway includes a controller that comprises a microprocessor and a receiver. The receiver is operationally coupled to the microprocessor. A cable is coupled to and extends from the controller. A first mat is coupled to the cable distal from the controller. The first mat comprises rubber so that the first mat is resiliently compressible and rollable. A first heating element is embedded in the first mat. The first heating element is operationally coupled to the cable. A power cord is coupled to and extends from the controller. The power cord is configured to couple the controller to a source of electrical current. Programming code is positioned on an electronic device that enables a user to wirelessly communicate with the microprocessor, via the receiver, to signal the microprocessor to actuate the first heating element to melt the snow that is positioned on the first mat.

Abstract: The invention is an application that completely alter the operating principle and load transfer mechanism of the anchorage technique used in the field of civil engineering, in particular at the excavation bracing and slope stability applications with a novel root zone apparatus.

Abstract: An instant cap (“I-Cap”) for a pole foundation and an all-in-one universal pole foundation are provided. The I-Cap is a just-in-time manufactured device located at the foundation's top, filling the gap between the pole foundation cavity's inner wall and the pole. The I-Cap transfers lateral pole forces to the foundation wall while providing pole cavity moisture protection as well as protection from pole uplift and rotation forces. Both the pole and the foundation are manufactured to precision. The all-in-one universal pole foundation can be manufactured just-in-time having information at hand about the pole shaft dimensions specified. The pole rests on either a flat or tapered structure at the bottom of the pole cavity with a through opening to enable moisture to evacuate the cavity. The pole is secured to the foundation using at least one through bolts.

Abstract: A shovel includes a traveling lower body; a revolving upper body mounted on the traveling lower body; an attachment attached to the revolving upper body; and a control device mounted on the revolving upper body and configured to drive the attachment. The control device controls an angle of a teeth end of a bucket with respect to a target excavation ground, in accordance with hardness of the target excavation ground.

Abstract: A draft frame positioning system of a motor grader having a main frame includes an adjustable draft frame configured to be moved to one of a plurality of positions and a moldboard coupled to the draft frame. The moldboard is movable based on the position of the draft frame. A saddle assembly is coupled between the draft frame and the main frame, and the saddle assembly includes a first saddle arm, a second saddle arm, and a saddle top member coupled between the first and second saddle arms. A saddle positioning cylinder moves between an extended position and a retracted position, and the cylinder is coupled at one end to the main frame or the saddle top member and at an opposite end to the saddle assembly. A movement of the saddle positioning cylinder induces movement of the draft frame to any of its plurality of positions.

Abstract: A chisel arrangement is arranged to be connected to a pivotal tool mount on a work machine. A pivot axis of the tool mount forms an operative pivot axis of the chisel arrangement. The chisel arrangement includes a housing provided with a coupling portion which is arranged to be attachable to the tool mount. A reciprocatable chisel projects from an end portion of the housing. A clearing blade is rigidly attached to the housing remotely from the end portion and projects from the periphery of the housing and is provided with a forward edge which is substantially parallel to the operative pivot axis of the chisel arrangement.

Abstract: An excavator includes a lower travelling body; an upper turning body mounted on the lower travelling body; a hydraulic pump installed in the upper turning body; a travelling hydraulic motor that is a variable displacement type motor configured to move the lower travelling body by being driven by hydraulic oil discharged by the hydraulic pump; and a control device configured to control a motor capacity of the travelling hydraulic motor so as to be switchable between a plurality of levels. The control device switches the motor capacity to a low rotation setting upon detecting that an operation for changing a travelling direction of the lower travelling body is performed.

Abstract: A travel control system for construction machinery includes first and second hydraulic pumps, a first travel motor and a second travel motor operable by a working oil discharged from the first hydraulic pump or the second hydraulic pump, at least one actuator operable by the working oil discharged from the first hydraulic pump or the second hydraulic pump, a straight travel valve to be switched between a first position and a second position, first and second travel motor control valves configured to control amounts of the working oil supplied to the first and second travel motors, first and second spool displacement adjusting valves supplying pilot signal pressures to the spools of the first and second travel motor control valves respectively, and a controller configured to output a control signal to each of the first and second spool displacement adjusting valves corresponding to a manipulation signal of an operator.

Abstract: Provided is a work machine that can selectively establish a closed circuit connection between a single rod-type hydraulic cylinder and a plurality of bidirectional-type hydraulic pumps, the work machine being capable of enhancing responsiveness of the single rod-type hydraulic cylinder when a high-speed lever switching operation is conducted in a state in which a rod pressure of the single rod-type hydraulic cylinder is higher than a bottom pressure. When a bucket lever (70a) is operated to a side of extending the bucket cylinder in a state in which a pressure in a rod chamber (5b) of the bucket cylinder (5) is higher than a pressure in a bottom chamber (5a), a controller (50) opens a rod-side proportional valve (45) and discharges a working fluid in the rod chamber to a working fluid tank (25) such that a differential pressure between the pressure in the rod chamber and the pressure in the bottom chamber is reduced below a switching pressure (Psw) of a flushing valve (33).

Abstract: Provided is a work machine that, within the limit of not harming dynamic stability, can perform work utilizing the impact generated when a cylinder driving a front work implement collides with a stroke end.

Abstract: A cylinder protection device for a cylinder of a machine includes a cylindrical body. The cylinder protection device includes a first portion having a first surface and a second surface. The first and second surfaces are disposed between a first end and a second end of the first portion. The first and second surfaces are inclined relative to each other. Further, the first and second surfaces intersect at a first upper edge of the first portion. The cylinder protection device also includes a second portion disposed on the cylindrical body and connected to the second end of the first portion. The second portion includes a third surface and a fourth surface inclined relative to each other. Further, the third and fourth surfaces intersect at a second upper edge of the second portion. The second upper edge is inclined relative to the first upper edge of the first portion.

Abstract: In an unloaded state of the bucket (3), a control device (30) calculates an unloaded moment (M0) around a hinge pin G from the pressure of the lift arm cylinder that is detected by pressure sensors (15a, 15b), the angle of a lift arm that is detected by a lift arm angle sensor 14, and dimension data extracted from a vehicle body information database (35). In a loaded state of the bucket, the control device calculates a loaded moment (M1) around the hinge pin G from the pressure of the lift arm cylinder, the angle of the lift arm, and the dimension data extracted from the vehicle body information database. The control device calculates the load (W) on the bucket by dividing the difference between the unloaded moment and the loaded moment by the horizontal distance (Lw) between the hinge pin and the gravity center position of the bucket.

Abstract: A control system for a work vehicle includes a controller. The controller acquires actual topography data indicating an actual topography to be worked. The controller determines a target design topography indicating a target trajectory of a work implement based on the actual topography. The controller determines whether the actual topography is an upward gradient or a downward gradient based on the actual topography data. The controller changes the target design topography according to a result of determination of the gradient.

Abstract: An attachment calibration control system for a work machine where the system comprises a boom, an attachment, a boom actuator, an attachment actuator, a boom position sensor, an attachment position sensor, and a machine control module having a receiving unit, a calculation unit, and a calibration unit. The receiving unit is configured to receive a plurality of boom position signals and a plurality of attachment positions signal correlating to a plurality of sequential attachment position signals. The calculation unit is configured to calculate geometric parameters of the attachments based on the plurality of attachment position signal and the plurality of boom position signals correlating to the plurality of sequential attachment positions. The calibration unit is communicatively coupled to the boom actuator and the attachment actuator, and configured to adjust a default parameter of at least one of the boom position and the attachment position based on the geometric parameters of the attachment.

Abstract: A retainer sleeve configured for use in a retainer system for a ground engaging tool includes a plurality of plate-like sections, each section being flexibly joined with an adjacent section along either a radially inner edge or a portion of a radially outer edge. The radially inner edges of the plurality of sections form part of a segmented inner surface configured for engagement with an outer surface of a locking member of the retainer system. The inner surface extends partially around a central axis of the retainer sleeve to form a substantially C-shaped retainer sleeve having opposite circumferential ends that are spaced from each other. The radially outer edges of the plurality of sections form part of a segmented, frustoconical outer surface configured for engagement in an internal lock cavity of a ground engaging tool tip.

Abstract: A lock that includes a pin and a collar. At least one of the pin and collar include a circular seal and a recess to store the seal. When the pin and collar are engaged in a locking manner, the surfaces of the pin and collar compress the seal such that a barrier is formed to limit ingress of fine earthen material. The lock assembly may be a component of a wear assembly. The lock assembly may be positioned into aligned holes to capture components of the wear assembly together, e.g. a point to an adapter or an adapter to a base. The recess of the pin may be located adjacent the head of the pin. The recess of collar may be located near the bottom of the collar. The application of both an upper and lower seal can further limit the ingress of fine earthen material.

Abstract: A well water system includes a pressure switch adapted to monitor air pressure within a pressure tank, rather than water pressure within plumbing. The pressure switch is connected directly to the pressure tank by a tank adaptor in fluid communication with the pressurized air inside the tank. With the tank adaptor directly connecting the pressure tank to the pressure switch, the pump is actuated based on air pressure changes within the tank rather than water pressure changes in the plumbing. The pressure switch is calibrated to activate the pump when the air pressure within the pressure tank drops below a predetermined pressure, which correlates to a certain water pressure within the system. When the air pressure within the pressure tank is restored to a predetermined maximum, the pressure switch deactivates the pump having filled the tank to the desired maximum water threshold.

Abstract: A water flow measuring device comprises: a) a main body provided with a water flow sensor through which water can flow when demand therefor is made by a water supply system; and, b) data collecting circuitry suitable to collect data generated by said water flow sensor; said water flow sensor being provided with a plugging element coupled with a spring constricting element, which is suitable to block the flow of water therethrough when the water pressure at the inlet of said sensor is smaller than the mechanical pressure applied by said spring constricting element.

Abstract: The shower system has a heat exchanger located in compartment vertically adjacent to the wall of the shower space and closed off by an openable or removable panel. The heat exchanger comprising a helically winding heat exchange conduit with successive windings around a vertical axis in said compartment above the floor of the shower space. A pump coupled to the shower drain pumps warm water to a warm water feed of the heat exchanger, from where it is sprayed on a top winding of the heat exchange conduit. Tap water is fed to the shower head successively via the heat exchange conduit and a heater and/or a mixing element for mixing water from the heat exchanger with water from a supply input for external hot water.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a multifunctional water outflow device comprising a connecting portion and a water outflow portion. The water outflow portion comprises a lower casing. A water dividing portion and a water flow divider are disposed in the lower casing. The water dividing portion is disposed with two water dividing passages. The water flow divider comprises a central portion, an annular wall, and a surrounding wall. A mounting groove extends inwardly from a top surface of the central portion. A bottom of the mounting groove is disposed with a water outflow passage. The mounting groove is disposed with a functional member. An opening of the first mounting groove is connected to one of the two water dividing passages. An annular chamber defined between the surrounding wall and the central portion is connected to another of the two water dividing passages to generate aerated water.

Abstract: A portable toilet odor blocking device includes a container, a foaming liquid, a liquefied gas and a spraying module. The container is formed with an accommodation space. The foaming liquid is accommodated in the accommodation space. The liquefied gas is accommodated in the accommodation space. The spraying module is mounted to the container and configured to use air pressure of the liquefied gas to spray the foaming liquid to a water surface of a toilet, bowl and to selectively spray the foaming liquid to a wall surface of the toilet bowl, such that foam formed by the foaming liquid is configured to completely cover the water surface of the toilet bowl and selectively cover the wall surface of the toilet bowl. Wherein, the foam formed by the foaming liquid is configured to block an odor from excrement above or under the water surface of the toilet bowl.

Abstract: The antimicrobial toilet includes one or more pairs of electrodes positioned below a water line when the hydraulic circuit is at equilibrium. The pairs of electrodes may be connected to a power source by electrical wires. In some embodiments, the electrodes are positioned on the inner wall of the toilet bowl and in some embodiments, the electrodes are positioned within the siphon tube. In some embodiments, the electrodes are metal strips and in others they are circular. When actuated, an electrical current passes through the toilet water between the electrode pairs resulting in disinfected water. Some embodiments include a pump and water conduit which transfers disinfected water to areas above the water line and emits the water to wash areas of the toilet.

Abstract: A liquid dosing apparatus for dispensing a liquid from a container into a liquid stream of a shower, toilet, or tap includes a dosing mechanism that includes a dosing chamber and a moveable member. The dosing mechanism is arranged to draw a set volume of the liquid into the dosing chamber on activation by moving the moveable member in a first direction. The apparatus further includes a damping control system arranged to control a dispensing rate of the set volume of the liquid by controlling return speed of the moveable member, as well as a dispensing outlet arranged to dispense the liquid into the water stream at the controlled dispensing rate.

Abstract: Systems and methods that provide enhanced capability for toilets and bathrooms in general by adding feature sets such as user weighing, leak detection, enhanced toilet cleaning/deodorizing and other features, connected over networks to user devices and servers, creating a complete bathroom ecology where users have direct and remote control and access to system functions and data, and server based bathroom support applications provide a wide range of capabilities including user control and readout of toilet systems functions, bathroom condition, supply levels, and health data.

Abstract: An odour free toilet system comprises a vent head having an inlet which is magnetically attached to a toilet bowl. The inlet is positioned under a toilet seat and a toilet lid in between a pair of mounting assemblies for mounting the toilet seat and the toilet lid. The vent head is positioned behind the toilet seat and the toilet lid. The vent head having the inlet is out of the way of the toilet seat and the toilet lid in any position of the toilet seat and the toilet lid. The odour free toilet system further comprises an outlet fitting in the rear part of the top surface of the toilet bowl with the vent head covering the outlet fitting. A suction fan and plumbing provides air suction to the outlet fitting thereby providing air suction to the inlet close to the source of toilet odours.

Abstract: A urinal assembly having a frame and a plurality of posts or posts extending from the frame. The frame can include a plurality of openings. The openings can be defined by a plurality of sides and corners. The posts can extend from the corners and/or from the sides of the openings. In some embodiments, posts extend from a first face and a second face of the frame.

Abstract: The present invention is a modular structural building method consisting of prefabricated, precast, composite reinforced concrete raised floor and steel beam panels with adjustable levelling connection assemblies between panels, supported by columns. The system has the ability to accommodate the use of the floor by construction personnel during the on-site assembly process. The perimeter of the raised floor slab can be provided with ducts for a field installed conventional reinforcement means to create a continuous structural diaphragm for the floor panel.

Abstract: A system of construction that performs advanced prefabrication of columns—beams type structure of buildings, prefabrication which results industrialization of this type of construction. The main development that allows this achievement in the same technical conditions, even better conditions than in the conventional system, is the massive use of braces as well vertically as horizontally. Such a building system is of special interest in areas where seismic risk is high because the building is very lightweight, constituted of a set of structurally self-sufficient units, heavily triangulated and therefore hardly deformable, all these at an affordable cost.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a self-contained mobile living space that mimics the amenities of an entire residential property in order to affordably house individuals, particularly in urban environments. All living necessities are fused into one micro-living platform, independent of access to existing structures, land space, electricity, or sewage hookups, allowing landowners to rent out space with limited effort. The wheeled foundation allows the assembly to circumvent some of the existing urban building codes. In preferred embodiments, the various elements are configured in such a way that separate areas for sleeping, leisure, bathing, cooking, and gardening can be had atop a single compact space, with the use of exterior space maximized to heighten the sense of spatial availability for the occupant.

Abstract: A reinforced building wall comprises a foundation; an anchor rod extending from the foundation; a first stud wall disposed above the foundation, the first stud wall including a first bottom plate and a first top place; a second stud wall disposed above the first stud wall, the second stud wall including a second bottom plate and a second top plate; the first tie rod including first and second threaded end portions, the first end portion is operably connected to the anchor rod; a second tie rod including third and fourth threaded end portions, the third end portion is operably connected to the second end portion of the first tie rod; the second tie rod including an outer end portion operably attached to the second stud wall; an intermediate portion of the first tie rod is unthreaded and comprises at least about 75% of the length of the first tie rod; and an intermediate portion of the second tie rod is unthreaded and comprises at least about 75% of the length of the second tie rod.

Abstract: A corner siding product may include a plurality of panels. Each panel may include a front face with a simulated pattern and an inner wall formed along a perimeter of the panel. The corner siding product may further include a clip that is configured engage each panel to hold the panels together and form a corner.

Abstract: A sound damping wallboard and methods of forming a sound damping wallboard are disclosed. The sound damping wallboard comprises a gypsum layer with a gypsum surface having an encasing layer. The encasing layer is partially removed to expose the gypsum surface and form a gypsum surface portion and a first encasing layer portion on the gypsum layer. A sound damping layer is applied to the gypsum layer to cover at least part of the gypsum surface portion and the encasing layer portion.

Abstract: The present invention provides a light weight wall system including a wall supporting apparatus to install multiple panels simultaneously while resisting lateral and vertical forces applied to the wall system during installation. According to one aspect of the present invention, the wall system of the present invention includes an upper wall segment and a lower wall segment. According to further aspects of the present invention, the upper wall segment preferably includes a bottom panel including a central convex projection which extends through the length of the upper wall segment. According to a further aspect of the present invention, the lower wall segment preferably includes a top panel which includes a central convex projection which extends through the length of the lower wall segment.

Abstract: A wall panel is provided that can be prefabricated and pre-assembled, and can be easily and quickly installed in the field. The wall panel includes an exterior infill component, an interior structural component, and a frame. The frame includes a first jamb member, a second jamb member, a head member, and a sill member. A wall system is provided comprising a plurality of wall panels. A method of installing the wall panel system and a method of assembling the wall panel are also provided.

Abstract: Embodiments are directed to a hide screen for surveillance operations in urban environments. The hide screen may include a netting panel, a plurality of sleeves, and a plurality of frame poles. One or more of the sleeves may be coupled to the netting panel. The frame poles may be insertable into the sleeves to tension the netting panel.

Abstract: A barrier forming system is described that includes a plurality of studs, rails and barrier reinforcement members interconnected between top and bottom plates. The interconnected studs, rails, reinforcement members, top plate and bottom plate may be precisely bent or curved in either or both the vertical and horizontal directions. The interconnected studs, rails, barrier reinforcement members, top plate, and bottom plate may be embedded in a filler material to form a curved concrete barrier having a complex geometry.

Abstract: A clip insulation for a furring channel clip, the clip insulation having a substantially planar bed portion having two opposed ends, the bed portion adapted to at least cover a portion of an outer surface of the clip, a plurality of projections extending from the bed portion, and two opposed skirt portions, each skirt portion extending from an end of the bed portion, each skirt portion adapted to attach to an end of the clip.

Abstract: A ceiling beam grid is an open grid constructed from beams of a few standard sizes that are connected together by connection blocks at the intersections of the beams. The connection blocks are suspended from the structural ceiling of the room by means of an anchor and hanger and are spaced in a grid pattern to accommodate the standard size beams between adjacent connection blocks. The standard size beams are then attached to and supported between the connection blocks. The beams are connected to the connection blocks by a vertical tongue and groove connection. The tongue and groove connection provides a sliding connection that allows the beams to be easily connected and disconnected from the connection blocks without the need of tools. Consequently, the ceiling beam grid can be easily reconfigured to accommodate changes in the room below.

Abstract: A retaining wall having a plurality of courses of retaining wall blocks including a first upper course and a second lower course. Each retaining wall block has opposed front and rear faces, opposed first and second side surfaces, and opposed and substantially parallel upper and lower surfaces, and at least one weight bearing pad extends from one of the upper and lower surfaces. The at least one weight bearing pad extends substantially from the rear face to the front face of the block. The weight bearing pads are the only areas of contact between the blocks in the first upper course and the blocks in the second lower course.