Abstract: A cover for an effector, such as a projectile, missile, or gun-launched effector, includes two parts that are translatable relative to one another, such that the cover separates in stages as the effector launches. The cover includes an outer cover portion that is made up of multiple outer cover segments that together define a central opening through which part of an inner cover portion extends. In a launch of the effector, the effector first makes contact with the inner cover portion. This pushes the inner cover portion forward, breaking the attachment with the outer cover portion, and allowing the inner cover portion to translated forward relative to the outer cover portion. As the inner cover portion translates forward relative to the outer cover portion, the inner cover portion eventually makes contact with the outer cover portion, with both being pushed forward, and separating from the launcher.

Abstract: A portable pet waste collection device which overcomes issues involved with collecting and carrying pet waste when a refuse container is not close by. An expandable waste container is coupled to a bag dispenser from which a user obtains a bag prior to collection. The waste container can be kept in a collapsed state prior to collection, and expanded for receiving a bag of waste. The device conveniently retains the waste bags until proper disposal facilities are available.

Abstract: A packaging, in particular for foodstuffs, including a tray (1) made of cardboard or paperboard and a lid (51), which, when the packaging is in the closed state, is fitted on the tray, wherein lugs (57) of the lid (51) engage in openings (7) which are formed in wall portions (8) of at least two opposite side walls (2, 4) of the tray. The side walls of the tray which have the openings have, in each case in the region above the wall portion which has the at least one opening, a freely upwardly projecting tongue (9), which is connected via a bending line (10) to the wall portion which has the at least one opening, and is located beneath the tongue. In the fitted state of the lid, the tongues of the side walls butt against sloping portions (59) of the lid.

Abstract: According to one example, a medical tray for a surgical procedure is disclosed. The medical tray can optionally comprise: a housing; and one or more tray inserts configured to be received within the housing and having a first major surface and one or more support. The one or more tray inserts are configured to receive a plurality of dental surgical instruments via a plurality of receptacles formed therein. The plurality of receptacles having corresponding openings in the first major surface. The one or more tray inserts configured to be at least one of: removable from the housing and configured with the one or more supports so as to be positionable exterior to and independent of the housing, or the plurality of receptacles are angled such that the dental surgical instruments when received therein are positioned at an acute angle relative to the first major surface.

Abstract: A cooking appliance is provided. The cooking appliance comprises a cooker body for receiving food and a lid for covering the cooker body. The cooking appliance has a front side for facilitating cooking operations and a rear side spaced apart from the front side. The cooker body comprises at least one latch slot disposed on an inclined rear side of the cooker body. The lid comprises at least one latch bar disposed on a periphery thereof and extending outwardly therefrom. When the lid is detached from the cooker body, the latch bar is operable to be inserted into the corresponding latch slot to secure the lid at the inclined rear side of the cooker body, allowing a user to secure the lid to the latch slot without reaching a rear side of the cooker body by hand, and to retrieve the food without accidentally contacting the lid.

Abstract: A lid opening and closing device for a vehicle includes a restriction member that is operable between a restriction position at which the restriction is applied and a restriction release position at which the restriction is released, an electric motor that drives the restriction member between the restriction position and the restriction release position in response to a door switching between a locked state and an unlocked state, a case that houses the restriction member and the electric motor, and an emergency operation member that can move the restriction member to the restriction release position when the electric motor malfunctions, wherein an operating force-acting direction conversion mechanism is provided between the emergency operation member and the restriction member, the operating force-acting direction conversion mechanism converting the operating force from the emergency operation member into a force that causes operation from the restriction position toward the restriction release position.

Abstract: Mobile device cases are provided which, in a first embodiment, selectively limit a user's ability to control the user's own mobile electronic device. The case includes front and rear portions joined together and defining therein an opening for receiving a mobile electronic device, such as a mobile phone. A locking mechanism is provided for selectively securing the opening in a first locked position to prevent operational access to the mobile electronic device by the user until a predetermined condition is met. The case includes an indicia of time visible to the user during the period of time of prevented operational access. In a further embodiment, a case is provided with first and second polymeric shells each having an interior and an exterior surface thereon and connected together by at least one hinge portion. The first and second shell portions form a cavity of sufficient size to cover a mobile electronic device sufficiently to prevent access by its user.

Abstract: An earbud storage apparatus may include a main body configured to receive a set of earbuds therein. The apparatus may further include a lid configured to enclose the earbuds within the main body, where a profile of the lid includes a circular arc. The apparatus may also include a bar attached to the main body, where the bar is rotatable between a first position and a second position relative to the main body about a rotation axis, and where a surface of the bar that faces the rotation axis is adjacent to and moves along the circular arc of the profile of the lid during rotation of the bar.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to waste containers and, more particularly, relates to a locking device for waste containers. The locking device is gravity actuated to an opened position on tilting of the container for dumping. The locking device allows the lid of the container, when the container is in an upright position, to be locked to prevent unauthorized access to the container. When the container is tilted from the upright position, e.g. to empty the contents of the container, the locking device is gravity actuated to allow the lid to open.

Abstract: Aspects and techniques of the present disclosure relate to an internal cover/vent handle arrangement, in association with a container, such as a 5 gallon bucket with a slanted sidewall for evacuating air volume above stored material. The disclosure relates to a squeeze-actuated vent valve arrangement arranged and configured to be easily operated even while deeply recessed in the bucket. The disclosure also relates to a deflectable outer seal arrangement configured to seal against a slanted sidewall of a bucket.

Abstract: A water resistant tote box is provided. The tote box includes a base, longitudinally extending sidewalls, laterally extending end walls, and a two-piece lid. The base includes a concave lower surface that matches a convex upper surface of the lid, for preserving the structural integrity of the convex upper surface when stacking a like tote box thereon. The two-piece lid includes a pair of lid halves including a rear end hingedly attached to the sidewalls and a free end including interlocking flaps that are securable via a line of connection. Drain troughs disposed on the walls are in fluid communication with drain channels disposed on the lid, enabling moisture to flow off the top of the tote box. Drain gutters disposed on the lid halves are configured to direct moisture, permeating the line of connection, towards the walls. In this way, the tote box has a synergistic effect of resisting water by directing moisture away from the top of the tote box and preventing moisture from leaking into its interior.

Abstract: A storage compartment formed from two halves designed to fit a paint lid, the two halves being connected by a living hinge or other suitable connection type. The two halves can be sealed over the paint lid. An optional magnet holds the storage compartment and lid to the bottom of the paint can, ensuring the lid remains in proximity to the paint can. A second magnet may also hold the lid in place within the storage compartment. Molded clasps or other closure elements are used to close the lid over the storage compartment. A rotatable arm can be tilted up from the storage compartment to allow for carrying of the open paint can along with the lid keeper storage compartment.

Abstract: A tamper-resistant containment package is described, including a container; a cover configured to engage with the container so that the container and cover form an enclosed volume; and at least one tamper-resistant mechanical fastener that is cooperative with the cover and container to render the containment package tamper-resistant when the container and cover are engaged in a sealed state isolating the enclosed volume from an ambient environment surrounding the containment package. Such containment package is usefully employed for storage and transport of chemical reagents that pose a health, safety, and/or environmental risk if released to an exterior environment of the containment package.

Abstract: A roll-out cart includes a container body having a side wall extending upward to a mouth of the container body. A lid is pivotably connected to a rear portion of the container body. The lid is pivotable between an open position and a closed position covering the mouth of the container body. A latch selectively secures a front portion of the lid to a front portion of the container body. The latch includes an outer latch assembly having a first actuator. A guard defines a recess on the front portion of the container body. The first actuator of the latch is within the recess.

Abstract: A desk includes a tabletop and at least one base member supporting the tabletop. A footrest is disposed on the at least one base member beneath the tabletop. The footrest is movable between a stowed position toward a back of the desk and a deployed position toward a front of the desk. At least one mechanism is disposed on the at least one base member and operatively coupled to the footrest. The at least one mechanism moving the footrest between the stowed and deployed positions. A floor mat is disposed with the footrest. The floor mat is movable with the footrest between a stowed mat position and a deployed mat position.

Abstract: A sealing element having a substantially right-angled exterior corner is formed from a preform. The preform is formed from a strip of sealing material including a first longitudinal side surface having a projection projecting therefrom and an oppositely arranged second longitudinal side surface having a notch formed therein. The notch is aligned with the projection with respect to the longitudinal direction of the strip. A first segment of the strip is formed to a first side of the projection and a second segment of the strip is formed to a second side of the projection. The projection forms the substantially right-angled exterior corner of the sealing element following a bending of the first segment perpendicular to the second segment.

Abstract: An integrated grocery bag hook and fuel door release cable coupling member extends through a keyway opening of an interior trim panel. When the integrated member is received in the opening, the grocery bag hook portion is positioned on the front side of the trim panel, and the fuel door release cable coupling is positioned on the back side of the trim panel. When the integrated member is received in the opening in an unlocked orientation, the key portion is oriented in alignment with the keyway opening to permit the key portion to pass through the keyway opening. When the integrated member is received in the keyway opening in a locked orientation, the integrated member is oriented with a locking detent engaging and retaining the integrated member in the locked orientation in which the key portion is prevented from passing through the keyway opening.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a tank cap including a lever member that is constrained from moving to the standing position contrary to the intention of the operator. The tank cap comprises a slide member disposed in the cap body so as to be adjacent to the lever member, and provided with a cam contact portion that is to come into contact with a cam portion of the lever member, and a coil spring disposed between the slide member and the bottom of the cap body. The resilience of the coil spring causes the cam contact portion to press the cam portion and retains the retracted position.

Abstract: A method of maintaining a kiosk of the type including a display and a sub-chassis configured to house at least a portion of a user interactive component therewithin. The method involves: removing a first component door from the sub-chassis, the first component door having a first configuration adapted to accommodate a first user interactive component; removing the first user interactive component; replacing the first user interactive component with a second user interactive component; and installing a second component door onto the sub-chassis, the second component door having a second configuration adapted to accommodate the second user interactive component.

Abstract: A paperboard packaging container for bulk solids includes a container body formed by a container wall having wall portions, and a container bottom. The wall portions are connected by corner portions and each wall portion extends in a height direction from a lower end edge at the container bottom to an upper end edge at a container opening, the height direction being perpendicular to a cross direction of the container. An upper reinforcing rim is applied to the container opening. Each of the upper and lower end edge of the container wall has end edge portions corresponding to the wall portions. At least one edge portion has an outwardly curved shape and a radius of curvature larger than a radius of curvature of each corner edge portion, the at least one end edge portion bulges outwardly with a radius of curvature of 200-700 mm, preferably 300-600 mm, more preferably 400-500 mm.

Abstract: A case, for storing two Phylacteries, which prevents the extraction of the head Phylactery before the extraction of the arm Phylactery. The case has a base; a cover; at least one compartment for storing said two Phylacteries; and at least one movable door for covering and uncovering the head phylactery.

Abstract: A reciprocating device includes; a reciprocating component, a forward-backward position control mechanism that controls the reciprocating component in a forward-backward movement, and a restricting member that puts the reciprocating component in a restricted state in which the forward-backward movement is restricted. The reciprocating component is provided on the casing such that the reciprocating component moves forward or backward while rotating relative to the casing. The forward-backward position control mechanism includes; a casing-side member, and a reciprocating component-side member fitted with the reciprocating component such that the reciprocating component is rotatable relative to the reciprocating component-side member. The restricting member is movable between a restriction position where the reciprocating component is in the restricted state and a restriction-lift position where the restricted state is cleared.

Abstract: A pressurized closure assembly is provided which has a connector assembly to allow improved application of torque in limited space conditions to rotate a head away from the hub of the closure assembly.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to an insulating device, for example a cooler, and a latch and latching system for securing a lid of the insulating device in a closed position. More specifically, the insulating device includes a chest coupled to a lid, and a ledge extending from the chest. A slot is formed in the ledge and for each slot, a pair of protrusions extend from a bottom surface of the ledge on other side of the slot. The protrusions are received by corresponding recesses formed in the latch. Thus, when the latch is in the engaged position, the protrusions are physically securely engaged in the recesses by virtue of the latch being in a tensioned configuration.

Abstract: A refuse container locking apparatus and method. In some embodiments, the refuse container has a container bin with a container lid rotatably mounted adjacent the open end of the container bin. Some instances of the locking apparatus have a locking hasp arm with a slotted end mounted to a base plate mounted to the container sidewall. The locking hasp is linearly slidable on the base plate between a first arm distal position spaced from container lid and a first arm interlocking position adjacent the container lid. Some instances include a locking bolt mounted on a bolt base mounted on the container lid. The locking bolt is linearly slidable on the bolt base between an unlocked position spaced from the locking hasp arm and an interlocked position adjacent the container lid and in interlocking communication with the locking hasp arm. Some methods can require two hands to operate the locking apparatus.

Abstract: A tamper evident closure includes a first snap, a second snap, a tear strip connected to the second snap, a third snap connected to the tear strip, and a first projection extending around three sides of the first snap. In a closed position, a cavity of the second snap is configured to be placed over the first snap, and the third snap is configured to be placed in a cavity in the first snap. Further, in a closed position, the first projection is configured to surround three sides of the third snap that has been placed in a cavity in the first snap.

Abstract: The invention concerns a cosmetic pot comprising a base and a lid that is configured to assume a closed position and an open position, and that further comprises at least one coupling member configured to assume a first position when the lid is in the closed position and to assume a second position, spaced apart from the first position, when the lid is in the open position. The lid comprises, in particular, a slide, with radial and eccentric double action, and a control stud configured to slide in relation to the slide between a first position and a second position, the coupling member assuming the first position of same when the stud is in the first position in relation to the slide and assuming the second position of same when the stud is in the second position in relation to the slide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a kit and an assembly for the storage and transportation of medical equipment including endoscopes, as well as a method for storing and transporting endoscopes. In particular, the present invention relates to a support tray (1) for endoscopes, a barrier sheet (264, 764, 864, 967 and 978) and a kit for the transportation of endoscopes comprising a support tray and barrier sheet. A kit for the transportation and storage of an endoscope comprises a rigid support tray and barrier means.

Abstract: One general aspect includes an airbag module, including: a housing. The airbag module also includes a cushion disposed within the housing. The airbag module also includes a chute having a first side and a second side with a seam centrally formed therebetween, where each of the first and second sides include a plurality of fingers which operatively cooperate to define a track configured to slidably attach the housing to the chute such that the chute sufficiently encloses the cushion within the housing, and where the chute is configured to open during deployment of the cushion.

Abstract: A lid system for a front load dumpster is provided. The lid system provides a container assembly, an upper frame assembly having a curved lid, and a lower frame assembly, wherein the container assembly may rotate relative to the lower frame assembly and the upper frame assembly in a forward direction and an opposing rearward direction, while the upper frame assembly may rotate relative to the lower frame assembly only in the rearward direction so that the curved lid opens during dumping when the container assembly is in an upended condition, but the upper frame assembly and its curved lid may remain locked in a closed configuration when the container assembly is in an upright condition, before and after the dumping.

Abstract: A push plug type line stop branch assembly for use with a tapping sleeve fitting on a pipe. The branch assembly has a bore defined therein for receive a plug. The inner walls of the branch assembly defining the bore are shaped in part to provide a shoulder for receiving a lip on the plug.

Abstract: A door security device for preventing opening of a door. A first device includes a bar that seats against a doorframe on opposite sides of the door and a clamp that clasps a door latch and applies a force to draw the bar against the doorframe while pulling the door latch toward the bar. The door cannot be opened away from the bar. A second device has a bar that seats against a doorframe at the floor with a two plates that extend beneath the door and around to opposite sides of the doorframe. Removable pins or other locks obstruct the plates from sliding along the bar. The bar is tall enough that the door cannot pass over the bar, thus obstructing the door from opening inwardly. A closer cover slides over a mechanical door closing mechanism to be used alone or with the other devices.

Abstract: A plug for a body aperture in a vehicle body includes a base, a locating surface and a lip portion of the base. The base is shaped and sized to completely overlap the aperture. The locating surface is disposed on a first side of the base, extending substantially normal to the base. The locating surface is complementary in shape to the aperture for receipt thereby. The lip portion connects the locating surface with an outer perimeter of the base. A receiving groove is disposed in the lip portion.

Abstract: An apparatus for manufacturing and converting a container includes a platform for slidably accommodating a sheet of packaging material, an actuation mechanism for feeding the sheet through the platform, and a gluing device for applying glue to a portion of the sheet. The apparatus further includes a magnet applicator assembly housing a plurality of magnets, a slug applicator assembly housing a plurality of slugs and a folding mechanism to align the sheet in a final glued form. The magnet applicator assembly applies magnets to the sheet at a pre-determined time, and the slug applicator assembly applies slugs to the sheet at a pre-determined time. The magnet and the slug are attached to the sheet by the glue applied by the gluing device. The magnet aligns with the slug forming a reclosable connection.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vessel head (1) for a vessel (30), comprising: a vaulted dish area (2) having a vault radius R, a connecting contour (5) comprising in a first contour section (6) a first radius of curvature (r1) and in a second contour section (7), a second radius of curvature (r2), wherein the first radius of curvature (r1) is larger than the second radius of curvature (r2) and a knuckle area (3) surrounding the dish area (2) and tracing the connecting contour (5) is configured between the connecting contour (5) and the dish area (2) comprising, extending along the first contour section (6), a first knuckle section (10) having a first knuckle radius (r1k1) and a second knuckle section (12) having a second knuckle radius (r1k2). The invention further relates to a tool and a method of manufacturing such a vessel head (1).

Abstract: A loaded pallet container includes a rectangular container body soleplate, a cover, a horizontal rotating shaft, a front enclosure plate, a rear enclosure plate, a left enclosure plate, and a right enclosure plate. A rectangular accommodating cavity is defined by the container body soleplate, the front enclosure plate, the rear enclosure plate, the left enclosure plate and the right enclosure plate. The cover covers an upper opening of the accommodating cavity and is connected to the horizontal rotating shaft through a horizontal long hole provided in each of the left side surface and the right side surface of the cover. The loaded pallet container is easy to transport, and has high strength, a cover that is easy to open and close, and a container body that is conveniently assembled and disassembled.

Abstract: A coupling configured with at least one fastener for compressing and also opening the coupling. The fastener may be at least one jack screw.

Abstract: A waterproof end cap for covering and closing an end hole of a bicycle head tube includes a threaded locking base, a locking member, and a sealing cover. The threaded locking base is engaged in the end hole. The locking member has large- and small-diameter portions. The end of the large-diameter portion that faces away from the small-diameter portion has an outwardly extending annular plate. The small-diameter portion is externally threaded, extends into the end hole, and threadedly connects with the threaded hole of the threaded locking to base such that the annular plate is pulled to cover the end hole. The sealing cover is larger than the annular plate in diameter and has opposite first and second sides. The first side is free of water-holding spaces. The second side covers the annular plate detachably through elastic engagement. Water can neither accumulate on nor leak through the sealing cover.

Abstract: A radio equipment and a method for interconnecting components in the radio equipment are disclosed. The radio equipment includes a signal processing module and a radio component positioned relative to each other for a high-speed connection using at least a first mechanical connector and a high-speed connector. The first mechanical connector includes a first part disposed on the radio component and a second part disposed on the signal processing module. The high-speed connector includes a first part disposed on the radio component and a second part disposed on the signal processing module. At least one high-speed processing capability is provided to the radio equipment using the signal processing module through the high-speed connector. The signal processing module and the radio equipment are interchangeably connected.

Abstract: A two piece thermoformed container comprising a tray and a lid for holding large and small objects is provided. The container is portable, recloseable and provides easy access to the contents. The tray includes a front wall, rear wall and opposing side walls. Each side wall defines an elongated rib. The lid comprises front and rear covering portions, a recessed covering portion and side walls. The lid side walls form grooves which receive the tray ribs. The lid is moveable in a sliding fashion in two directions between a fully closed position in which the lid is substantially aligned with the tray and an opened position in which lid is positioned partly forward or rearward with respect to the tray.

Abstract: A power distribution housing including a base, a cover adapted to fit onto the base, a latch member adapted to removably secure the cover to the base, the latch member having a first end pivotably connected to the base and a second end having a latch detent extending therefrom, the latch detent configured to engage a catch in the cover when the latch member is pivoted to a latched position wherein the cover is secured to the base by the latch member, and a locking member coupled to the latch member, the locking member movable between a locked position, in which a locking member extension of the locking member engages a locking member recess in the cover and prevents the latch member from being moved from the latched position to an unlatched position, and an unlocked position in which the locking member extension does not engage the locking member recess.

Abstract: A portable steam-producing apparatus is disclosed. Methods of making and using portable steam-producing apparatus are also disclosed.

Abstract: A locking system for a storage container provides a reliable and durable way of locking the lid in the closed position with a limited number of moving parts while providing resistance to tampering and theft. The locking system includes a housing which receives a padlock having a shackle movable between a locked position and an unlocked position relative to the latch arms of a latch mounted to the lid.

Abstract: A spill proof container assembly having a receptacle, a non-spill lid and a handle assembly. The handle assembly including a cover disposed at a first end and a sleeve disposed at a second end. The cover and handle pivot about a sleeve connection between an open position and a closed position.

Abstract: A sleeve for a cryogenic straw, the sleeve comprising an RFID tag.

Abstract: A two piece thermoformed container comprising a tray and a lid for holding large and small objects is provided. The container is portable, recloseable and provides easy access to the contents. The tray includes a front wall, rear wall and opposing side walls. Each side wall defines an elongated rib. The lid comprises a rear covering portion, a recessed front covering portion and side walls. The lid side walls form grooves which receive the tray ribs. The lid is moveable in a sliding fashion between a fully closed position in which the lid front portion abuts the tray front wall and a fully opened position in which lid backstops abut the tray rear wall. The lid and tray may remain engaged at all times.

Abstract: A dynamic shopping cart is provided with collapsible walls. The shopping cart can either be used with the collapsible wall in place or in collapsed position.

Abstract: The invention includes two interconnecting side release buckles configured to releasable connect to each other. A first webbing is secured in a loop to one release buckle, while a second webbing is secured around the other release buckle. A cable tie is positioned through the loop in the first webbing and inserted through openings in the hinged lid such that the cable tie can be tied about itself to secure the release buckle to the hinged lid. A fastener is secured through an eyelet in the second webbing and secured to a region on the trash can. Upon securing one of the side release buckles to the trash can and the other side release buckle to hinged lid, the side release buckles may be connected to each other to secure the trash can to the hinged lid and released to permit the hinged lid to open.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a data storage device has a housing with a cover and a base to define an interior environment. Fasteners extend through the housing to secure respective shafts that support a rotatable data recording medium and an actuator assembly, respectively. Spaced apart first and second seals contactingly engage and surround the housing to sealingly cover the fasteners. Third and fourth seals contactingly engage the first and second seals and the housing to seal the first and second seals.

Abstract: Packaging for transporting radioactive material (1) comprising a radiation protection structure (4) comprising a shielding portion (5) defining a cavity (2) to house the radioactive material and a portion (7) having the effect of distancing the radioactive material from the outside of the packaging. The distancing-effect portion (7) directly encloses the shielding portion (5). The protection structure (4) has a thickness e associated with a segment (S) connecting a point (B) on the outer surface of the packaging to the center of gravity (G) of the cavity (2). It satisfies for any point (B): e=e1+e2 and 0.05<e1/e<0.25, where e1 is the thickness of the shielding portion (5), e2 is the thickness of the distancing-effect portion (7), with e1, e2 associated with the segment (S). The shielding portion (5) has a mean density of more than 8, the distancing-effect portion has a mean density of less than 0.5.