Abstract: A temperature control system is disclosed where thermal energy generated by pressurization of a gaseous medium is stored at a selected temperature level so that it is later readily accessible. Temperature control of a two-phase medium is exercised across selectable dynamic ranges and with different resolutions and the control can be exerted by varying the input flow rate of a mixture applied to a thermal load, or by controlling the back pressure of the flow through the thermal load.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sample carrier centrifuge for a sample carrier (24) that has at least one sample channel (26) extending along an essentially central sample channel longitudinal axis (P), having a sample carrier receptacle (14), which can be rotated around a rotation axis (R) and has a holding section (38) into which the sample carrier (24) can be inserted in a loading procedure when the sample carrier receptacle (14) is not rotating, in which section the sample carrier (24) is held in the loaded state of the sample carrier receptacle (14), and from which section the sample carrier (24) can be removed in an unloading procedure, which is characterized in that a platform (22) of the sample carrier centrifuge (10), which is embodied for supporting the sample carrier centrifuge (10) in accordance with its designated use, is oriented parallel to the rotation axis (R).

Abstract: A mouse device includes a mouse casing, a first sensing module, a second sensing module and a switching module. The mouse casing includes a casing opening. Both of the first sensing module and the second sensing module are disposed on the switching module. Moreover, a part of the first sensing module and a part of the second sensing module are selectively exposed outside the casing opening. When the first sensing module or the second sensing module exposed outside the casing opening is rotated by the user, a switching body of the switching module is correspondingly rotated relative to the mouse casing. Consequently, a moving resolution of the mouse device is adjustable according to the practical requirements. The switching module has a simple mechanism for changing the moving resolution of the mouse device in a simple manner.

Abstract: A tool changer is equipped with a turret having plural grips for use to grip tools as well as with a front cover and rear cover adapted to cover a front face and rear face of the turret. Furthermore, a protrusion is installed on the rear cover in a neighborhood of a gap between the front cover and the rear cover, being configured to block intrusion of chips or cutting fluid into the gap between the front cover and the rear cover from a top face of the rear cover.

Abstract: A tool changer configured so that a turret is turned to index a desired tool to change the tool is provided with front and rear covers that cover front and rear surfaces, respectively, of the turret. A projection or a recess, which defines a passage for chips or a cutting fluid, is formed on or in an outer peripheral portion of the rear cover. Thus, the chips produced during machining and the cutting fluid used in the machining can be prevented from getting into the turret through a gap between the front and rear covers.

Abstract: In a tool changer configured so that a turret is turned to index a desired tool to be changed, the front and rear surfaces of the turret are covered individually by covers. These covers are each formed in the shape of a truncated cone. Chips and a cutting fluid dropped onto an upper part of the cover that covers the rear surface of the turret flow away from a gap between the covers along a slope of the cover concerned, so that they can be prevented from getting into the turret through the gap.

Abstract: A tool magazine of a machine includes a receiving assembly, a tool bracket, a driving member, and a linking assembly. The receiving assembly defines an opening and includes a mounting gate sealing the opening. The tool bracket is slidably received in the receiving assembly. The driving member is connected to the tool bracket and moves the tool bracket out of the opening. The linking assembly includes a linking member and a first pushing rod. The linking member is fixed to the mounting gate and defines a first pushing groove in its periphery. The first pushing rod slides along the direction of the first pushing groove, causing the mounting gate to rotate open and close.

Abstract: A clothes drying device is provided that has an elongated support member, and a rack. The rack includes a plurality of arm members that are operative to extend outwardly from the support member in radial directions to support a plurality of clothes lines in spaced apart relation around the support member. The support member may include an upper portion in which a motor is mounted in operative connection with a shaft of a lower portion of the support member. The support member may also include a solar panel mounted thereto. The motor is operative responsive to electrical power generated by the solar panel to cause the rack, solar panel and upper portion of the support member to rotate with respect to the shaft of the lower portion of the support member.

Abstract: A support system for a solar panel includes a triangular truss with connection points for mounting a photovoltaic module, and a cradle structure that supports the triangular truss and is connected to at least two side supports of the triangular truss. The cradle structure may be driven for rotation about an axis for tracking the sun and several cradle structures can be linked together for tracking movement using a buried linkage system. The truss may also be foldable for ease of transportation and storage.

Abstract: The invention relates to a storage system for an incubator (38) comprising a carrier unit for samples and/or sample containers. The invention is characterized in that said carrier unit comprises carrier components (22, 33) which have a shaft (14, 34) rotatably mounted between them and that shelves (18, 29, 36) are provided which can be detachably mounted on said shaft (14, 34).

Abstract: A rotatable article display device for displaying an article such as a piece of jewelry or the like includes a platen defining a display surface. The platen is configured to rotate about a first axis substantially perpendicular to the display surface. A camera mount is provided which is configured to secure a camera to the device such that the camera is rotatable about a second axis substantially parallel to the display surface. In a method for use, at least one article of jewelry is positioned on the display surface and viewed while the platen is rotated about the perpendicular axis and the camera is rotated about the parallel axis.

Abstract: A machine tool comprising a tool spindle and a workpiece clamping mechanism moveable relative to one another on a linear X-axis in a controlled manner, wherein the tool spindle can be moved in a controlled manner in relation to a machine frame on Y and Z-axes which are perpendicular to the X-axis and to each other and can be pivoted in a controlled manner around a C-axis parallel to the Z-axis, and wherein a workpiece gripper, which can be moved in common with the tool spindle, is assigned to the tool spindle, and that the tool spindle can travel with the workpiece gripper to a magazine wheel on the Y, Z and C-axes and can be aligned with recesses on the magazine wheel, movement on the X, Y, Z and C-axes effecting transfer of a workpiece between the workpiece gripper and the workpiece clamping mechanism.

Abstract: A rotatable article display device for displaying an article such as a piece of jewelry or the like includes a platen defining a display surface. The platen is configured to rotate about a first axis substantially perpendicular to the display surface. A camera mount is provided which is configured to secure a camera to the device such that the camera is rotatable about a second axis substantially parallel to the display surface. In a method for use, at least one article of jewelry is positioned on the display surface and viewed while the platen is rotated about the perpendicular axis and the camera is rotated about the parallel axis.

Abstract: Provided is a watch storage apparatus comprising a base and a first watch engagement mechanism. The base may comprise a first surface and a receiver engaged with the first surface. The receiver may comprise a first hole. The first watch engagement mechanism may comprise a pin and a retaining band engaged with the pin. The pin may be selectably engagable with the first hole. The retaining band may define a structure having a perimeter to which an associated watch may be selectively removably and securely engaged about the perimeter so as to prevent slippage of the watch band relative to the perimeter of the structure.

Abstract: Closet carrousel having a motorized vertical support tube that attaches to the floor and ceiling of a standard closet. horizontal support tube arms radiate from the vertical support tube. Three arms extend out from the out from the upper region of the vertical tube and three arms extend out from the lower region of the support tube. The support tubes are slidably mounted on inner support rods. Each support rod is made of a first rod and a second rod that are hinged together to form one long rod. The support tubes hold standard hangers for hanging garments. The user can slide a horizontal support tube out past the hinged portion of the inner support rod so that the inner rod may be bent by the user thereby exposing and giving access to an inner core of shelving members.

Abstract: A powered saddle rack can be mounted in a trailer tack room. A mounting rod rotates from a storage to a load/unload position. A working frame assembly further rotates to the load/unload position. Once in the load/unload position, a rack raising rod is lifted or lowered, thereby raising or lowering several saddle racks up and down. A portable version doesn't rotate.

Abstract: A rotatable article display device for displaying an article such as a piece of jewelry or the like includes a platen defining a display surface. The platen is configured to rotate about a first axis substantially perpendicular to the display surface and a second axis parallel to the displays surface. First and second drive mechanisms, together with suitable connectors, are provided to mechanically rotate the platen about the perpendicular and parallel axes. In a method for use, at least one article of jewelry is positioned on the display surface and viewed while the platen is rotated about at least one of the perpendicular and parallel axes.

Abstract: An apparatus for organizing articles of clothing is disclosed, including a housing having first and second drums rotatably mounted thereto. A drive system is used for rotating a belt around the first and second drums. The belt includes a plurality of hooks for hanging articles thereon. In one embodiment, the apparatus mounts on a closet rod and further includes a posterior end with an adjustable telescoping sleeve to stabilize the mounted apparatus against a wall. The apparatus can include a removable battery pack mounted to the underside of the apparatus. The removable battery pack can have a light bulb mounted on it to illuminate the selection of articles on the hooks. In another embodiment, the apparatus includes a rod-mounting apparatus that has a length that prevents or minimizes entanglement of articles hanging on the apparatus with other articles hanging near the apparatus.

Abstract: A rotatable article display device for displaying an article such as a piece of jewelry or the like includes a platen defining a display surface. The platen is configured to rotate about a first axis substantially perpendicular to the display surface and a second axis parallel to the displays surface. First and second drive mechanisms, together with suitable connectors, are provided to mechanically rotate the platen about the perpendicular and parallel axes. In a method for use, at least one article of jewelry is positioned on the display surface and viewed while the platen is rotated about at least one of the perpendicular and parallel axes.

Abstract: A tool magazine for a machine tool has a magazine wheel (34) on whose periphery a tool holder (50) for mounting tools (56) is located. The positions and spacings between the tool holders (50) in a T-groove (48) on the periphery of the magazine wheel (34) are adjustable and fixable in their respective positions.

Abstract: A vehicle-mounted display elevating device comprising a display rack for mounting a display, and being provided with a threaded structure; a screw rod, engaging with the threaded structure; a gear transmission pair for coupling the output shaft of a motor with the screw rod; a guide bar carrier, one end of which is connected to the base support, and on which lower guide bars are provided; upper guide bars located in the display rack; and a stop block, on which are provided with lower guide holes and upper guide holes, and stoppers. The vehicle-mounted display elevating device is provided with anti-clamping and self-protection functions, and can be fixed inside an instrument panel, thus reducing the possibility that the display is damaged due to long time exposure.

Abstract: A machine tool is described, in particular a grinding machine, with a tool storage device. The tool storage device contains an outer magazine wheel (34) and an inner magazine wheel (58), which are independently concentrically rotatable in a controlled manner. The outer magazine wheel (34) preferably holds grinding tools (56), while the inner magazine wheel (58) preferably holds grinding wheel protectors (68). The grinding tool (56) and the grinding wheel protector (68) are removed from the tool storage device and are returned to the latter by the tool spindle (30). The grinding tools (56) and grinding wheel protectors (68) can be exchanged independently in arbitrary combinations and possibly also simultaneously.

Abstract: The invention is an apparatus and method for distributing a surface to facilitate the display of objects. By utilizing an aesthetically pleasing multifunctional swivel device, with various detachable extensions and surfaces, which are also interchangeable and may be rearranged in order to distribute a flat functional surface within a more condensed vertical space, food items and beverages may be organized and displayed buffet-style at social gatherings.

Abstract: A tool shelf magazine for milling and drilling machines has at least one shelf, a plurality of compartments provided in the shelf above each other at predetermined intervals and also a plurality of notches, which are open on one side accommodating one suspended tool. A handling device is vertically and horizontally shiftable by means of a motor located adjacent to the shelf. At least one gripper arrangement is provided for extracting predetermined tools from the shelf and for transferring them to a tool changer. At least one shelf has compartments with notches serving as tool accommodations on the front and back side. The notches on the front side are located in the access range of the handling device and the notches on the back side are accessible for retooling. The shelf is formed so as to be rotatable about an axis for a change of sides.

Abstract: A storage arrangement (1) for machine tools is proposed, comprising at least two storage shelves (12) arranged vertically one above the other and in each case having a multiplicity of tool or workpiece retainers (14), the tool or workpiece retainers (14) being arranged in a circle, and a movable gripping arm (16) which is rotatably arranged about an axis through the center of the circle formed by the storage retainers (14) and which furthermore is arranged so as to be movable in the vertical direction with respect to the storage shelves (12) and which furthermore is arranged so as to be movable horizontally and radially from the circle center, the gripping arm (16), during its horizontal movement, covering at most a distance which corresponds to the radius of the circle formed by the storage retainers (14).

Abstract: An apparatus for evaporating liquid samples contained in sample holders mounted within a chamber and by rotated by the rotor during an evaporation process in which the pressure in the chamber is reduced below atmospheric and the sample holders are rotated at high speed so as to exert centrifugal force on the contents of the holders. Heat is supplied to elevate the temperature of the liquid component of the samples to assist in the evaporation process. The temperature of the sample material is continuously or regularly monitored during the evaporation process and temperature signals are transmitted to a remote computing means which is programmed to generate a control signal for controlling the supply of heat to the samples and controlling the evaporation process. The temperature may be sensed by a probe in a sample holder containing an evaporating liquid sample, or in an adjoining sample holder containing a buffer liquid. The rotational speed is also sensed and a speed signal conveyed to the computing means.

Abstract: A mixing and pouring apparatus for computer controlled processing of mixing and pouring operations includes a rotatable arm capable of holding vessels therein, the arm rotatable at programmable speeds and time lengths to perform automated moving and pouring processes. The present invention further provides a cap and vessel positioning system that securely locks a vessel in place and realigns the cap in essentially the identical position in relation to the vessel every time the vessel is capped. In one embodiment, both the cap and vessel have flanges that are aligned when the cap is properly secured to the vessel.

Abstract: A rotating display holder for VCR tapes, DVD's, and video games. The holder is round and contains multiple sleeves or compartments to hold the above media items, such that the user can easily read the title of each on the spine of the item. In the preferred mode of production, the compartments are spaced apart from one another so that the user can easily place his or her fingers around the tape or DVD to conveniently pull the item from the holder. Importantly, the rotatable holder can hold a mix of VCR tapes and DVD's or games, saving a great deal of space for the user. Therefore, the holder can be placed in a cabinet with shelves for VCR's or DVD players, as well as in a wall unit or entertainment center The rotatable holder may be produced in several sizes, such as a small and large size, and the holders can be stacked on top of one another to hold large collections of tapes, DVD's, and games. In addition, the rotatable holder may be motorized and remotely controlled.

Abstract: A tool holding structure comprises a tool tray and a plurality of tool frames, each having a U-shaped fitting piece and a fastening seat. The tool frames are fastened with the tool tray by the fastening seat. The fitting piece is provided with a fitting edge and a plurality of elastic pieces. The tool is held in the tool frame such that the handle of the tool is pressed against by the elastic pieces of the fitting piece of the tool frame.

Abstract: A mixing system comprises an elongate rotatable shaft having a rotational axis. A plurality of holding members extend radially outward from the shaft and are configured to rotate with the shaft. The system further includes a plurality of carriers that are insertable between two of the holding members. Each of the carriers includes a plurality of grooves, pairs of which are adapted to receive a cartridge having a chamber for holding a liquid.

Abstract: A shelf stand for goods is proposed which has individually rotatable shelves, which are substantially circular and located one above the other. At the periphery of each shelf there is a driving device adapted to cooperate with driving means on the peripheral part of the shelf for turning or rotating the shelf. The shelves are divided into sections provided with impulse generators cooperating with impulse counters for determining the rotational position of the shelf.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for coating electrostatically charged powder on a ring-shaped article having an inner surface defining a central hole. The article to be coated is held by a holding fixture while electrostatic powder is being sprayed onto the surface of the article. The holding fixture includes a first fixture having a plurality of holding hooks circularly arranged and elastically deformable radially, and a second fixture having a rod, the first and second fixtures being inserted through the central hole of the article from opposite sides to engage each other, with the rod engaging the holding hooks to elastically deform the hooks and bring them into abutment with the inner surface of the article. The powder ejected from the spray reach not only the outer surface, but also the internal surface of the ring shaped article because the central hole is not blocked or covered by the holding fixture, and a space is left between the ring shaped article and the end surfaces of the holding fixture.

Abstract: A shelf stand for goods has individually rotatable shelves, which are substantially circular and located one above the other. At the periphery of each shelf there is a driving device adapted to cooperate with driving motors on the peripheral part of the shelf for turning or rotating the shelf. The shelves are divided into sections provided with impulse generators cooperating with impulse counters for determining the rotational position of the shelf.