Abstract: An automated road sweeper is provided including transport apparatus suitable to allow the sweeper to travel on a road surface including debris, a plurality of cleaning members arranged at fixed points located in different portions of the sweeper and suitable for cleaning within predetermined cleaning areas, and a selector operatively connected to the cleaning members, suitable for scanning the road surface and locating the debris so as to select and exclusively operate the cleaning members, the cleaning area of which covers the debris during the movement of the sweeper.

Abstract: A dust mitigation system for a mobile sweeper, the dust mitigation system including a cover to at least partially cover one or more brushes of the mobile sweeper, a dust collector including at least one fan and one or more filters, and at least one duct fluidly connecting the cover with the dust collector.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a snowblower comprising a body including a pair of ground contacting members disposed at a bottom portion of the body, a blade for scraping the ground, the blade being secured at the bottom portion of the body, a snow blowing mechanism disposed in the body and an impeller housing located in the snow blowing mechanism, the impeller housing including an impeller rotation axis thereof disposed non-parallel with a horizontal ground when the snowblower is in an optimal levelled operation position, the impeller rotation axis being angled to increase a height of an impeller drive in direction of a power source.

Abstract: A trench box which has first and second side panels connected in parallel spaced relation by first and second lateral supports. Each lateral support comprises connection points at each end of each lateral support that connect the side panels to the lateral supports. The connection points maintain the side panels in parallel spaced relation and the lateral supports in parallel spaced relation between the side panels. Each connection point comprises a pivot connection that permits pivotal movement of the side panels relative to the lateral supports about a pivot axis, and a releasable connection spaced from the pivot connection in a direction perpendicular to the pivot axis. The releasable connection is selectively releasable to permit the respective first or second side panel to pivot about the pivot axis such that the panels are not parallel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for forming a connection between two pipe segments of different widths, preferably of a tower-like structure, in particular of a wind turbine.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a foundation pile (1) comprising a tubular housing (2) having an upper end (3) and an open lower end (4) and wherein at the upper end or near or at the open lower end (4) vibration means are present and wherein at the open lower end means (6) to discharge a fluid into the interior space (20) of the tubular housing and means (7) to discharge a fluid from the lower end (4) of the tubular housing (2) in a direction which has a downward directional component. The means (6) to discharge a fluid into the interior space (20) of the tubular housing have can fluidise the soil present in this interior space.

Abstract: A quick-hitch for coupling a tool to an excavator arm or to a similar tool manipulator, including two hitch halves that can be latched together and that comprise at least one pair of latching parts with which a displaceable latch is associated, an actuating cylinder being provided for actuating the latch. The actuating cylinder has a mechanical blocking unit for locking the latching position of the bolt, having a lead screw which is in a threaded engagement with the piston and/or the piston rod of the actuating cylinder, so that the piston is only displaceable by turning the lead screw, as well as a releasable anti-rotation device for the lead screw.

Abstract: A compact utility loader comprising a frame, an engine, a pair of loader arms, and an attachment secured to ends of the loader arms. The compact utility loader additionally includes a first track or wheel and a second track or wheel positioned on either side of the frame. The compact utility loader additionally comprises a control interface including a graphic display configured to present operational information to an operator. The graphic display is configured to present a login screen prompting the operator for a passcode. The engine is prevented from being started until a valid passcode is entered via the control interface.

Abstract: A work machine including a frame, a ground-engaging element movably coupled to the frame, a movable grading element, an actuator coupled to the movable grading element to controllably drive movement of the movable grading element engaging material to be graded, a sensor, and a controller. The controller comprises a memory that stores computer-executable instruction and a processor that executes the instructions. The instructions include labelling each of at least a plurality of pixels in a first image as a visual marker; selecting the first image as a reference keyframe; tracking at least one region of a subsequent image including the visual marker relative to the reference keyframe to determine an estimate of the current pose as the work machine moves; and adjusting a position of the movable grading element.

Abstract: A skid loader blade assembly, including a connection plate, at least one vertical actuator operationally connected to the connection plate for moving a blade relative to the plate, and a hinged blade operationally connected to the vertical actuator. The hinged blade further includes a hinge, a first blade portion connected to the hinge, and a second, oppositely disposed blade portion connected to the hinge. The skid loader blade assembly also includes a first pivot actuator operationally connected to the first blade portion and a second pivot actuator operationally connected to the second blade portion.

Abstract: An applicator for a cement-based mixture includes an open container hopper having a first end disposed above a second end along a first direction. The open container hopper elongated along a second direction. The second end of the open container hopper is configured as an outlet for the cement-based mixture. A handle is coupled to one side of the open container hopper. A hose connector is coupled to another side of the open container hopper. The hose connector is configured to allow the cement-based mixture to flow into the open container hopper. A frame having a pair of wheels supports the open container hopper such that the second end is positionable above a trench for backfilling. A height adjustor is coupled between the frame and the open container hopper. The height adjustor is configured to selectively adjust a height of the second end along the first direction.

Abstract: A support structure includes a shroud having a substantially circular shape from a proximal end covering an outer periphery of a first surface of a heat exchanger to a distal end. A support frame supports the heat exchanger and the shroud to expose the distal end and a second surface of the heat exchanger. The vehicle body frame has an opening. A cooling fan includes a fan rotating shaft and blades to generate cooling air. When the heat exchanger is positioned at the first position facing the cooling fan, the distal end of the shroud covers a circumference of the cooling fan in a radial direction so that cooling air passes through the first and second surfaces. When the support frame is located at a second position where the heat exchanger exposes the opening to an outside of the vehicle frame, the fan rotating shaft and the blades are uncovered.

Abstract: To achieve the improvement of maintainability, simplification of structure, upon arranging a cooling fan on an outdoor side of a heat exchanger. To configure such that heat exchangers are arranged so as to face an openable/closable cover in a closed state, in a main accommodating chamber having an opening part which is opened or closed by the openable/closable cover; on the other hand, cooling fans are mounted in the operable/closable cover, and the cooling fans faces heat exchangers to supply cooling air in the closed state of the openable/closable cover; on the other hand, the cooling fans are separated from the heat exchangers in an open state of the openable/closable cover to allow the heat exchangers to be accessible from the opening part.

Abstract: A work machine includes an elevating cab and processing circuitry. The processing circuitry is configured to detect the position of the elevating cab and to maintain a travel speed at low speed when a traveling operation is performed while the detected position of the elevating cab is higher than a predetermined height.

Abstract: The object of the invention of the present application resides in provision of a work machine that can be improved in operability at start of an action of a hydraulic actuator in a fine operation in which an operation lever is operated by a small amount. To this end, on the basis of a signal from a first timing sensor and a signal from a second timing sensor, a machine body controller controls, before the first timing is sensed, the pump delivery flow rate to a minimum delivery flow rate, controls, after the first timing is sensed but before the second timing is sensed, the pump delivery flow rate to a predetermined delivery flow rate that is greater than the minimum delivery flow rate, and controls, after the second timing is sensed, the pump delivery flow rate to a delivery flow rate according to an operation amount of the operation lever.

Abstract: A pump control device and a valve control device each includes: an instruction calculator that calculates a control instruction of causing a controlled object to operate by using a manipulation amount of a manipulation and at least one control parameter, and inputs the calculated control instruction to the controlled object; and an ideal output calculator that calculates an ideal output of an actuator, the ideal output being associated with the manipulation amount of the manipulation. The pump control device adjusts at least one pump control parameter to reduce a difference between a control output and the ideal output when an operation of a movable part is a power running operation. The valve control device adjusts at least one valve control parameter to reduce a difference between a control output and the ideal output when the operation of the movable part is a non-power running operation.

Abstract: A control system for a work machine includes a plurality of hydraulic pumps that discharge hydraulic oil, a hydraulic cylinder that moves a working equipment element, a plurality of flow rate control valves that are respectively connected to the hydraulic pumps and adjust a flow rate of the hydraulic oil supplied to the hydraulic cylinder, a plurality of supply flow paths respectively connected to the of flow rate control valves, a meter-in flow path that connects a collective part of the supply flow paths and an inlet of the hydraulic oil in the hydraulic cylinder, a plurality of discharge flow paths respectively connected to the flow rate control valves, a meter-out flow path that connects a collective part of the discharge flow paths and an outlet of the hydraulic oil in the hydraulic cylinder, and a throttle disposed in the meter-out flow path.

Abstract: Provided is a control system for a work machine that allows a worker in the operation around the work machine to safely approach the work machine. The control system for a work machine includes: a work machine 1 including a work implement 7, a lock mechanism 14 for the work implement 7, a lock controller 13 that controls the lock mechanism 14, and a communication device 20; and a communication terminal 30 that is able to communicate with the communication device 20 of the work machine 1. The lock controller 13 controls the lock mechanism 14 so as not to be released from a locked state in a case receiving a lock demand signal from the communication terminal 30, and controls the lock mechanism 14 so as to be released from the locked state in a case receiving a lock demand cancellation signal from the communication terminal 30.

Abstract: A shovel includes a lower travel body, an upper swivel body that is swingably installed on the lower travel body, an attachment that is installed on the upper swivel body, and a posture detecting device that detects a posture of the attachment, wherein a virtual plane is generated by utilizing information about a position of a predetermined portion of the attachment obtained from an output of the posture detecting device.

Abstract: A retainer for attaching a work member or a wear member to an implement of a machine includes a wavy annular body defining a central axis, and at least one detent. A tab extends axially away from the wavy annular body.

Abstract: A retaining system includes a lock having a drive portion that defines an axis of rotation, a radial direction, and a circumferential direction. A locking portion includes an outer peripheral surface and a wing that extends radially outwardly from the outer peripheral surface. The locking portion is connected to the drive portion by a wall. There is a rib extending axially from the wall toward the drive portion forming an annular cavity, defining at least one detent receiving aperture that is disposed in the annular cavity. A retainer is configured to fit within the annular cavity.

Abstract: Systems and devices for storing a fluid in a reinforced bladder is disclosed. A flexible bladder is configured to store the fluid. An exoskeleton is configured to conform to and protect the flexible bladder on all sides. The combination of the flexible bladder and the exoskeleton results in the reinforced bladder.

Abstract: A solar powered water collection, treatment and dispenser system condenses water from surrounding moisture laden air. The system includes a housing assembly having at least one solar collection panel mounted thereto to generate electrical power to operate the system. A collection assembly has an air intake unit to draw in the surrounding moisture laden air and a dehumidifier to condense untreated water from the moisture laden air drawn into the system. A reverse osmosis assembly remove contaminants from the untreated water to produce treated water. Hot and cold water assemblies are provided having a heated water tank and a cooled water tank, respectively, to receive treated water from the reverse osmosis assembly, and to dispense hot and cold treated water to the user therefrom via hot and cold water dispensers.

Abstract: The invention discloses an atmospheric water harvesting device based on a semiconductor chilling plate and a preparation method thereof. A first anti-gravity wicking material and a second anti-gravity wicking material are used as water transmission channel to realize a continuous atmospheric water harvesting on the same plane, the first anti-gravity wicking material and the second anti-gravity wicking material are combined with the semiconductor chilling plate, and the cold side can continuously maintain the temperature of the hygroscopic area, so that the hygroscopic salt on the surface of the anti-gravity wicking material maintains a stable moisture absorbing rate. The heat at the hot side can accurately heat the desorbing area on the surface of the material, the cooling capacity and the heat of the semiconductor chilling plate can be fully utilized, and the atmospheric water absorbing with low energy consumption is realized.

Abstract: A device for diverting and defoaming with a bent pipe applied to a high head water supply structure includes an inner well, an outer well, a baffle, and a plurality of overflow pipes. The baffle is respectively connected with an outer wall of the inner well and an inner wall of the outer well to form an overflow groove, the top end of the inner well is higher than the baffle to form an overflow weir, one end of the overflow pipe is provided with a first pipe orifice in the overflow groove, the other end of the overflow pipe is communicated with the inner well to form a second pipe orifice, the first pipe orifice is higher than the second pipe orifice, the overflow pipe is bent in the overflow groove to form a first bending part, and the first bending part is higher than the first pipe orifice.

Abstract: An apparatus for providing dual shower heads includes a shower curtain rod comprising a first end, a second end, and a hollow portion extending between the first end and the second end. A water hose is routed through the hollow portion between the first end and the second end. The water hose may exit the shower curtain rod through apertures located proximate the first end and the second end. The water hose includes a first end that is configured to receive water from plumbing at or near a first shower head, and a second end configured to deliver water to a second shower head. In this way, water is delivered to the second shower head through the shower curtain rod.

Abstract: A flow dispersion device for use with an ablutionary fitting having an outlet providing a water stream includes a coupling mechanism arranged to removably couple the flow dispersion device to the ablutionary fitting such that, when coupled, the flow dispersion device is arranged to disperse the water stream into a water spray. The flow dispersion device further includes a data storage medium arranged to store computer readable information defining one or more spray characteristics, wherein the data storage medium is readable by the ablutionary fitting to control the water spray according to the one or more stored spray characteristics. An ablutionary fitting and a set of dispersion devices is also disclosed.

Abstract: A controller is provided for use in a wet environment such as an ablutionary setting. The controller includes a base member, an input member, a seal extending between the input member and the base member, and a sealed internal volume defined at least partially by the base member, the input member, and the seal. The input member is moveable relative to the base member between a neutral position and a control position. The seal biases the input member towards the neutral position.

Abstract: A faucet assembly including a handle that rotates about a rotational axis extending perpendicular to an angled interface for adjusting a first water parameter. A dial is supported for rotation independent of the handle for adjusting a second water parameter.

Abstract: A device used to conceal at least a portion of a wastewater strainer associated with a bathtub. More specifically, a plate having an opening therethrough is used to overlap a flange of the wastewater strainer wherein the opening in the plate generally coincides with an opening in the wastewater strainer so that the bathtub drain is unobstructed. The plate may include a downwardly extending lip to help facilitate orientation onto the flange of the wastewater strainer. The plate conceals the wastewater strainer, thereby facilitating reconfiguration of a bathtub as the existing wastewater strainer need not be removed and the plumbing system retested.

Abstract: A temporary wash basin for a trailer is provided. The temporary wash basin includes a sink portion, a faucet portion, and a pedestal portion. The sink portion includes a basin defining a drain. The faucet portion is connectable to at least one water supply line and controls flow of water into the basin. The pedestal portion suspends the sink portion above a surface at a suitable height to establish sufficient knee clearance to comply with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). The pedestal portion includes a mounting member to releasably mount the pedestal portion to a portion of the trailer, such as the tongue of the trailer.

Abstract: Hydraulic devices used to control timing, direction, and velocity of fluid flow are disclosed. The hydraulic device includes a flush valve. The flush valve includes one or more venturi that assist in moving the fluid through flush valve. A manifold includes a housing defining a piston cavity and a piston. The piston is moveable within the piston cavity by a piston actuator between a first position and a second position. A manifold inlet defined by the housing is configured to receive a first fluid from a supply line and is in fluid communication with the piston cavity. A manifold outlet is defined by the housing and is in fluid communication with the piston cavity in. In the first position, the piston prevents fluid communication between the manifold inlet and the manifold outlet through the piston cavity. In the second position, the manifold inlet is in fluid communication with the manifold outlet such that the first fluid can flow from the supply line to the manifold outlet through the piston cavity.

Abstract: Implementations of a self-cleaning toilet cleaner are provided. In some implementations, the self-cleaning toilet cleaner may comprise a housing, one or more reservoirs, a toilet opener, one or more exterior brushes, and one or more bowl brushes. In some implementations, the self-cleaning toilet cleaner may also comprise one or more lid brushes, one or more seat brushes, one or more fluid lines, and one or more fluid pumps. In some implementations, the self-cleaning toilet cleaner may also comprise one or more blowers, one or more operation pads, one or more operation motors, one or more sensors, and a computer system. In some implementations, a method of using the self-cleaning toilet cleaner may comprise receiving a toilet into the self-cleaning toilet cleaner, cleaning one or more portions of the toilet with the respective brushes, and applying a fluid to further clean the portions of the toilet.

Abstract: An adjustable drain having catch basin defining: a pan with a pan seating portion along a pan perimeter surface; and a pan base that slopes downwardly and inwardly from the pan seating portion to a pan aperture for water flowthrough, an inner tube that is integral with the pan aperture having an inner tube peripheral wall that extends into an underside of the catch basin; and a pan lip extending upwardly from the pan perimeter surface to position the cover against the pan, the pan lip and inner tube are unitary with the pan to form a leakproof transition; an outer tube disposed below the pan base, the outer tube having an outer tube top end and an outer tube peripheral wall extending downwardly from the outer tube top end to an outer tube bottom end, wherein the inner and outer tubes are telescoping tubes.

Abstract: The present application is directed to a curvature adjustable magnetic strut for securing pipe, conduit and tubing to a curved structure for storing liquids and gasses, such as a fuel tank. More particularly, several variants of the curvature adjustable magnetic strut is disclosed which enables varying curved or flat surfaces to be accommodated in securing pipe, conduit and tubing to a cylindrical tank, whether that tank be in the vertical or the horizontal position. The curvature adjustable magnetic strut comprises a strut affixed to a base plate having three or more magnets attached. In operation, the base plate can be curvature adjusted using one or more adjustment screws. In related embodiments, varying length struts with varying length single and double hinged bracket assemblies thereon are secured to both securing strut plates and magnet base plates having two or more magnets are used to adjust for varying tank curvature.

Abstract: A mobile office structure and comprises a base frame set including multiple first base frames and multiple second base frames. Multiple wheel sets are connected to the underside of each of the second base frames. A top frame set includes multiple first top frames and multiple second top frames. Multiple upright frames are located at four corners of a combination of the base frame sets and the top frame sets. Multiple separators are respectively connected between any two of the upright frames. Multiple linings are assembled between any of the two upright frames, and each lining is located corresponding to the inside of each of the separators. Multiple outer plates are assembled between any of the two upright frames, and each outer plate is located relative to the outside of each of the separators. A door plate assembly is installed between the base frame set and the top frame set.

Abstract: The invention relates to an arrangement of building units, comprising a plurality of housing units (1) constructed in a coupled design or a plurality of individual building units (1) accommodated in a multi-storey building, each building unit (1) having a pie-slice shaped floor plan with two side walls (2, 3) disposed at an angle (a) to one another, an inner terminating wall (4), and an outer terminating wall (5), the inner terminating walls (4) being disposed on the shady, north side, and the outer terminating walls (5) being arranged on the sunny, south side.

Abstract: A flashing system for use with an electrical service panel is described. The flashing system includes a flashing assembly extending about a perimeter of the electrical services panel. The flashing assembly includes a support base including a planar outer surface and a flanged connection assembly extending obliquely from the planar outer surface of the support base and defining an opening configured to receive the electrical service panel therethrough. The flanged connection assembly includes an inner surface that is coupled to an outer surface of the electrical service panel for supporting the flashing assembly from the electrical service panel.

Abstract: An acoustic interlayer that includes a viscoelastic membrane layer, and at least one carrier material. The acoustic interlayer is easily installed at a location between two constraining layers, such as flooring, sheetrock, or the like.

Abstract: A partition system includes a primary wall and a secondary wall. The primary wall has a first frame. The secondary wall has a second frame secured to the first frame such that the secondary wall is rotatable about a first axis between a substantially planar position and a nonplanar position relative to the primary wall.

Abstract: A modular space frame support system comprises an upper frame comprising a plurality of joists interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; a lower frame comprising a plurality of joists or chords interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; at least two interconnection structure brackets, wherein a first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the upper frame and a second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the lower frame, each interconnection structure bracket comprising a hollow tubular section, and at least one chord-engaging structure; and at least one chord secured at a first end to the first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets and at a second end to the second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to ceiling attachments, for example, suitable for securing ceiling baffles to a ceiling grid. The present disclosure relates more particularly to a ceiling baffle attachment structure including a ceiling grid clip configured to attach to lateral flanges of a ceiling grid beam and a post extending down from the ceiling grid clip. The structure also includes a ceiling baffle having an upper side and a lower side and extending along a length from a first end to a second end. The ceiling baffle includes a bracket disposed at the upper side that comprises a T-slot extending along the length of the ceiling baffle. A retainer is secured to the post and includes a first shoulder engaging the T slot so as to secure the ceiling baffle to the ceiling grid clip.

Abstract: A roofing system has metal shingles that have formed side lap features that are configured to facilitate alignment of adjacent side lapped metal shingles of a shingle installation along a roofing structure and that couple the metal shingles together and form seals along their side lapped peripheral edges. The metal shingles also can have alignment features that cooperate to align shingles in one course with shingles in a next lower course within their headlap regions.

Abstract: In the roof window, a stationary primary frame (1) with frame members includes two opposing side members (1a), a first secondary frame includes a sash (2) with two opposing side members (2a), and a second secondary frame including an intermediate frame (6) are provided. A lifting device (7) including a spring assembly (7a) acting on a lifting arm (7b) is inserted between the stationary primary frame (1) and the intermediate frame (6). A top hinge arrangement (8) is connected to the primary frame (1) and to the sash (2) and the intermediate frame (6) to define a first hinge axis (?1) at or near a top of the roof window in a first operational condition of the roof window. To provide a second operational condition of the roof window, the hinge arrangement comprises a set of hinges (10) connected to the intermediate frame (6) and to the sash (2) to define a second hinge axis of the roof window in the second operational condition of the roof window.

Abstract: A gutter guard device is described comprising a bridge member composed of a decking material having a plurality of orifices, and having a roof side and an opposing gutter lip side, at least one girder spanning a bottom surface of the bridge member from a proximal end of the bridge member's roof side to a proximal end of the bridge member's gutter lip side, a roof attachment member configured to attach to the roof side of the bridge member, and a gutter attachment member configured to attach to the gutter lip side of the bridge member, wherein the roof attachment member, the bridge member and the gutter attachment member are a single piece of material and the device is self-supporting.

Abstract: A roof system is provided. The roof system includes a roof body capable of forming a flat roof or a corrugated roof, where the roof body is provided on a roof pillar; a gutter system is provided at a valley position of the corrugated roof or on the flat roof; a skylight system is further provided at a pitched roof or a ridge of the corrugated roof or on the flat roof; and a pressure relief adjustment component is provided on the skylight system. According to the roof system, a plurality of roof modules are assembled into the roof body. Two adjacent ones of the roof modules are fixed by a connecting plate and a self-locking component when assembled. A plurality of reinforcing points work cooperatively, so the roof system achieves a high utilization rate, and ensures the overall stability and bearing capacity of the roof.

Abstract: Roofing panels with water shedding features may be installed on the roof of a house or other structure in lieu of or as an underlayment for traditional roofing materials. The water shedding features can be built into a base of the roofing panels, as part of a frame for the roofing panels, or formed as part of a waterproofing layer applied to the base of the roofing panels, or which can be configured as a roofing panel. The roofing panels also can be installed in overlapping courses along a roof with water shedding features applied thereto or incorporated along one or more peripheral edges. The water shedding features of adjacent roofing panels will collect and divert water away from the upper surfaces and/or away from headlap and/or sidelap joints defined between the roofing panels.

Abstract: In one aspect, a method for manufacturing a roofing membrane may include steps of (a) providing a PET (Polyethylene terephthalate) layer, (b) applying a first adhesive layer to attach the PET layer to a first photochemistry reaction layer, (c) forming a combination layer by combining the layers in (b) with an aluminum layer, (d) attaching one side of a second photochemistry reaction layer to the combination layer in (c) through a second adhesive layer; and (e) applying a polymer layer on the other side of second photochemistry reaction layer. In one embodiment, the method for manufacturing a roofing membrane may further include a step (f) of heating the membrane formed in step (e) for 48 hours at 60° C.

Abstract: A method of reroofing, the method comprising of applying to an existing roof surface a membrane composite including a pre-applied adhesive layer by mating the adhesive layer to the existing membrane.

Abstract: A shade structure is provided that includes a frame assembly, a retractable shade assembly, and a drive system. The frame assembly includes a plurality of upright poles and a plurality of beams coupled therewith. The retractable shade assembly is coupled with the plurality of beams. The retractable shade assembly includes a shade section assembly that has a plurality of elongate bars and a shade section extending therebetween. The elongate bars are spread apart from each other to spread the shade section in an extended shade configuration. The elongate bars are moved toward each other in a retracted configuration wherein the shade section looped vertically between adjacent elongate bars.