Abstract: An automatic control unit for field vulcanizing press is provided. The control unit helps to monitor and control all three essential vulcanizing parameters viz. temperature, pressure and time, either locally or through remote access. Data logging, local monitoring & control of vulcanizing parameters or remote monitoring and control of vulcanizing parameters using a smart device are the major features of this control unit in which remote monitoring and control of vulcanizing parameters is the unique feature of this control unit. A video recording unit is also provided to record entire splicing operation and also there is option for online video streaming facility and it will help to monitor the entire splicing operation from a remote-control station.

Abstract: A portable conveyor belt splicing apparatus is provided that includes an upper press assembly and a lower press assembly which include, respectively, upper and lower platen assemblies. The upper and lower press assemblies may each include a forced air cooling system for rapidly cooling platens of the platen assemblies. The upper and lower press assemblies may include insulating assemblies with resilient members that support the upper and lower press assemblies. The resilient members provide structural support and insulate the platens from the frame which reduces the power required to heat the platens. In one form, the apparatus includes a power supply circuit that can alternate between providing power to upper and lower heaters in response to the apparatus being connected to different types of standard power supplies. Further, the power supply circuit permits the use of a single recipe for a particular belt irrespective of the type of power supply.

Abstract: Cool-down time is menimized by the use of a cooler having integral fins of high surface area, and the use of high-efficiency fans. Heat-up time is minimized by the low mass of the cooler, and the prevention of transmission of heat to the housing.

Abstract: A winder unit is provided for use with cutting wire in cutting out a vehicle glazing panel. The winder unit includes first and second winder spools spaced apart from one another, where the winder spools are configured to wind the cutting wire. The winder unit further includes a suction mount for mounting the winder unit, wherein the suction mount comprises a single suction device only. And the winder unit further includes at least one wire guide element spaced from the winder spools, wherein the at least one wire guide element is mounted with respect to the winder unit so as to be adjustable in position or orientation with respect to at least one of the suction mount and the winder spools.

Abstract: A portable belt splicing apparatus is provided for joining the ends of one or more conveyor belts together. In one form, the belt splicing apparatus has upper and lower platens, with one formed of a metallic material that allows for operational deflection of the platens under elevated operation pressures while resisting permanent deformation upon being subjected to elevated operation temperatures. An elongate central region of the platens is heated by a heating element and the metallic material restricts the flow of heat from the elongate central region to elongate side edge portions so that the side edge portions remain cooler. In another form, a self-contained portable conveyor belt splicing apparatus is provided having an on-board fan device for rapid cooling of the clamped belt end and platens. An on-board control system is configured to receive power from different types of standard power supplies and supplies power to on-board components.

Abstract: This disclosure provides economical and effective methods and apparatus for repairing scratches and scuffs on refillable bottle surfaces that minimally contaminates the bottle during the refurbishing process. In one aspect, the method comprises the steps of: a) adding at least one fluid into the polymeric packaging material such as a bottle to form at least a partially filled packaging material; and b) applying at least one heat source to an exterior surface of the at least partially filled packaging material to form a repaired polymeric packaging material. Apparatus and recycling systems that incorporate this method are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method for renovating a sewer manhole includes: a. pulling an inflatable film sleeve onto a mold corresponding to the sewer manhole profile; b. wrapping and/or laying an extensible textile strip of the film sleeve onto the mold, a non-extensible high-tensile-strength longitudinal strip also being laid in an axial direction between the strips; c. attaching a protective sheath enclosing the liner manufactured in this manner; d. pulling the liner off the mold that has been reduced in a radial direction; e. inserting the liner into a sewer manhole to be renovated, and introducing a pressure-tight bag into the inner film sleeve of the liner; f. sealing the liner at the upper end and inflating until it abuts against the manhole wall; g. curing the resin-impregnated liner. A variable mold, which is assembled from modules of different shapes and sizes corresponding to the sewer manhole, serves for manufacture of the liner.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved device and method for de-warping a warped vinyl record so that it may be played and enjoyed.

Abstract: A method for repairing cracked concrete (8) using expansive mortar (13) comprising the steps of installing a saw cut (10) next to an open shrinkage crack (8) and opening the saw cut (10) with expansive mortar (13) to create a wider saw cut (11) and shift half the saw cut (10) toward the open shrinkage crack (8) to close the shrinkage crack (12) tightly. Install a rigid spacer (16) to maintain the width of the control joint. Install adhesive (18) from the top of finished concrete slab (9) into the closed shrinkage crack (12). The surface of the finished concrete slab (9) will receive cosmetic repair (7) to the closed shrinkage crack (12) and let dry before applying sealer. Other embodiments are described as shown.

Abstract: A substrate warp correcting device includes, a lower member including a concave portion, and the lower member on which a substrate is to be arranged, an upper member arranged above the lower member, and the upper member including a gas supplying hole, wherein the substrate is arranged between the lower member and the upper member and above the concave portion, and a sealing member arranged between a periphery part of the substrate and the upper member, and the sealing member sealing a space between the substrate and the upper member.

Abstract: A method and structure for flattening or straightening a curled flexible printed circuit, such as a flexible printed circuit that has been curled during a contact embossing process. The structure can include a cylindrical opening and a support shaft suspended within the cylindrical opening that prevents buckling of the flexible printed circuit during straightening. To flatten the curled flexible printed circuit, the curled end of the flexible printed circuit can be inserted into the cylindrical opening until the curled end is wrapped partially or completely around the support shaft.

Abstract: An advanced reflexive structure system is disclosed. The reflexive system mimics the pain withdrawal reflex on which the human body relies. The reflexive system incorporates a continuous health and performance monitoring system via an embedded dielectric film, an adaptive composite structure based on shape memory composite material, and an intelligence system which will be interfaced with both the health/performance sensors and the adaptive structure. When activated shape memory polymer will recover its structural integrity via shape recovery and a reptation healing process. These features enable the use of SMP as an adaptive structure in the proposed reflexive system. The development of a reflexive system for structures will enable increased safety and security and demonstrate a better understanding of integrated performance systems.

Abstract: A method for axis correction in a processing machine, in particular a shaftless printing machine, has at least one axis for processing and/or transporting a material, at least one detection device for detecting a processing parameter and at least one controller device for calculating a controller output variable for axis correction of the at least one axis using the detected processing parameter. The method is implemented iteratively, with the result that feedforward control output values for the feedforward control of the axis correction are determined during an (n+1)-th change in rotation speed of the at least one axis using observation of the controller output variable and/or the processing parameter during an n-th change in rotation speed of the at least one axis.

Abstract: A method for use in reshaping a deformed tubing section (52) comprises locating an inflatable bladder (22) of a tubing reshaping apparatus (10) within a deformed tubing section (52) while the inflatable bladder (22) is in a collapsed configuration, and inflating the inflatable bladder (22) with a fluid to radially expand said bladder (22) to reshape the deformed tubing section (52). Further, a tubing reshaping apparatus (10) for use in reshaping a deformed tubing section (52) comprises a reshaping module (20) configured to be located within a deformed tubing section (52) and comprises an inflatable bladder (22) to be inflated by application of fluid pressure to expand and reshape the deformed tubing section (52), wherein the reshaping module (20) further comprises a reinforcing structure (24) associated with the inflatable bladder (22). A fluid control module (30) may be provided for controlling inflation of the reshaping module (20).

Abstract: A sealant mold for sealing a dome element particularly at a lower region about an interface with a substrate such as an aircraft fuel tank wall. The sealant mold is formed from a lightweight plastic material, and includes an outer cap portion having an opening formed therein, in combination with an integral outer skirt to define a gap or trough for receiving and supporting a metered quantity of a curable sealant material. The mold is slidably fitted onto a dome element with outer skirt displaced downwardly to extrude the sealant material about the lower region of the dome element. The sealant material is allowed to cure, after which the sealant mold can be stripped from the cured sealant material.

Abstract: An apparatus and method is provided for lining the wall of a manhole. The apparatus may include a liner assembly, which includes an expansion device, an auxiliary bladder, a primary bladder, and a liner. The auxiliary bladder is first inflated near the top of the manhole. Next the primary bladder may be expanded to press the liner against the wall of the manhole. The liner, being impregnated with a resinous material, is pressed against the wall until the resinous material cures and hardens. The expansion device, auxiliary bladder, and primary bladder are then removed from the manhole. The result is a repaired manhole wall.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for allowing the resurfacing of a cylindrical member in a printer having a fuser member that is externally heated by a heater roller. The apparatus includes providing a cylindrical member having an outer surface of a high temperature fluorothermoplastic. When it is determined that the outer surface is in need of resurfacing, the fuser member is removed from the printer, and the cylindrical member is mounted in the place of the fuser member. The cylindrical member is rotated at a speed of at least 1 rpm while engaging the outer surface of the fuser member with the heater roller normally used to heat the fuser member at a pressure of at least 5 psi at a temperature of at least 10° C. below the fluorothermoplastic melting temperature for a time sufficient to resurface the outer surface of the cylindrical member.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a method and means for repairing the wall of a manhole wherein a material capable of curing and hardening is adhered to the wall. An expandable bladder engages the curable and hardenable material and presses against and smoothes the material. The bladder may be chemically bonded to the curable and hardenable material or it may be mechanically bonded.

Abstract: An apparatus for correcting any warping of a light guide plate includes a retaining device and a heating device. The retaining device includes a top pressing plate, a bottom supporting plate and an oil hydraulic cylinder on the top pressing plate. The oil hydraulic cylinder applies a pressing force on the top pressing plate, and the top pressing plate and the bottom supporting plate cooperatively sandwich and retain a light guide plate. The heating device has a coil of wire for surrounding the light guide plate. The coil of wire is configured for heating the light guide plate, the pressure and the heat thereby correcting the warp of the light guide plate. A method for correcting a warp of a light guide plate is also provided.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a handheld clamp device for applying heat to a golf ball. The clamp may have two lever arms each attached at one end to a pivot. A golf ball receiving unit may be attached to each lever arm at the opposite end as the pivot. Each golf ball receiving unit may include a heating element. The internal heating surface of each golf ball receiving unit may contain a pattern, which can be a dimple pattern. When in use, the handheld device may heat the surface of a golf ball such that the pattern on the internal heating surfaces forms a dimple pattern into the surface of the golf ball. The handheld clamp device may be included as part of a kit, along with multiple sets of golf ball receiving units, and sometimes at least one golf ball.

Abstract: A shape-restoring device and a restoring method for distorted filmstrips are proposed for restoring filmstrips that are distorted due to vinegar syndrome. During the implementation of the method, the air compressor is started such that pressure reaches 0.6-0.9 MPa; three-way valves are regulated so as to introduce pressure into film-clasping cylinders and pressing-plate cylinders via diverter valves; the cylinder spindles of the film-clasping cylinders move the upper collets fixedly connected therewith, for fixing filmstrips; the cylinder spindles of the pressing-plate cylinders move the pressing plate fixedly connected therewith such that the binding underlay on the lower surface of the pressing plate contacts the heating plate; in this way, pressuring, heating and restoring are carried out. Through steps of pressing, heating, fixing filmstrips, shape-restoring and transporting the distorted filmstrips under the pressure of 0.5-0.8 MPa and the temperature of 80-90° C.

Abstract: A device for repairing a chimney preferably includes a rod effective for positioning and manipulating a camera and a plunger blade in a chimney; a camera attached to the lower portion of the rod in a manner such that rotation of the rod results in a corresponding rotation of the camera; and a plunger blade attached to the rod above the camera. The plunger blade is adapted to apply mortar to the sides of a chimney when the device is pulled upward in the chimney. The device may further include a camera-direction indicator attached to the rod above the plunger blade in a manner such that the camera-direction indicator is effective for indicating the direction of view of said camera even when the camera is not visible to the operator.

Abstract: An economical makeup restoring kit and method that allows the individual consumer to re-solidify the fragments of a broken powder cake within the powder tray of the original compact case is provided. The makeup restoring kit includes an alcohol dispenser, a mixing/smoothing implement, and a cleaning implement. Variations of the implements are presented. The makeup restoring kit is preferably provided in a kit receptacle suitable for transporting and storing the kit contents.

Abstract: This invention provides methods for producing a composite armor panel comprising a plurality of ceramic bodies, methods for repairing a composite armor panel comprising a plurality of ceramic bodies and kits for effecting the same. The methods and kits make use of a room-temperature curable binder material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for repairing a protective lining of an industrial reaction or transport vessel, such as a converter vessel, electric arc furnace, or ladle.

Abstract: Installation of a flexible cured in place liner by inverting the liner with air and curing the liner with steam introduced through a perforated lay flat hose without deflating the liner between the inversion and cure. The installation is performed with an apparatus having two independently operable glands with at least one fluid inlet port installed on the line downstream of the second gland liner. As the liner reaches the distal end of the conduit to be lined, it enters a sample and porting pipe with an exhaust pipe gland and exhaust pipe and it is pierced by a rigid porting tool. Steam is then introduced into the lay flat hose to cure the resin and is exhausted through an exhaust hose connected to a controllable exhaust pipe. After curing steam is replaced with air to cool the liner, the ends are cut to restore service through the host pipe.

Abstract: A film formed on a substrate is radiated with a first light beam to separate the film into a plurality of regions. Repairing is carried out by removing the film at a removal deficient site where the film remains between the plurality of regions. A film removal method allowing separation of a film into a plurality of regions at high yield, a method for fabricating a photoelectric conversion device using the film removal method, and a film removal device can be provided.

Abstract: A tool and method of repair for removing a bulge in a stained glass window by providing at least one aperture in the metal earning of the stained glass window; positioning at least one threaded rod member through at least one of such aperture(s); further positioning two tool members one on each side of the stained glass window, each tool member having at least one aperture defined therein and a flat surface with the flat surface of one tool member being positioned against the bulge in the stained glass window and the other positioned behind the bulge, each of such tool members receiving such rod member(s), respectively, in such tool member aperture(s).

Abstract: Installation of a flexible cured in place liner by inverting the liner with air and curing the liner with steam introduced through a perforated lay flat hose without deflating the liner between the inversion and cure. The installation is performed with an apparatus having two independently operable glands with at least one fluid inlet port installed on the line downstream of the second gland liner. As the liner reaches the distal end of the conduit to be lined, it enters a sample and porting pipe with an exhaust pipe gland and exhaust pipe and it is pierced by a rigid porting tool. Steam is then introduced into the lay flat hose to cure the resin and is exhausted through an exhaust hose connected to a controllable exhaust pipe. After curing steam is replaced with air to cool the liner, the ends are cut to restore service through the host pipe.

Abstract: Thermoplastic body parts can be repaired by (a) heating a shaped staple to a temperature that is above the melt point of the thermoplastic component and (b) embedding the shaped staple across the crack seam and into the thermoplastic component material on either side of the crack seam. When cooled, the shaped staple will span the crack seam and be firmly embedded in the component material on either side thereof. The use of a plurality of such shaped staples along the length of the crack seam will permit the crack to be secured in a structurally significant manner and, with proper selection of the staple thickness and material, permit the crack to be filled, sanded and finished in a manner that does not pose a seam of continued structural weakness for the repaired component.

Abstract: A windshield repair apparatus includes a base, a pressurizing barrel, a pressurizing bar and a rotary tube. The base includes a bracket and at least one sucking disc. The sucking disc is provided with a perforation for transfixing the pressurizing barrel. An interior of the pressurizing barrel can be inserted with the pressurizing bar and when a rotary tube is screwed on the pressurizing barrel, the pressurizing bar can be squeezed down at a same time, allowing a repairing liquid in the pressurizing barrel to flow more deeply into a crevice of windshield by strong air pressure.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for installing a flexible lining tube in an underground pipe by eversion. A pressure vessel is equipped with a gasket that has an arcuate slot for receiving the lining tube in a manner that provides an effective seal without creating undue friction. A guide has a cylindrical wall curved in conformity with the slot and a conical surface leading to the cylindrical wall.

Abstract: The spill curtailing tool has an elongated expandable frame; a first handle on a first end of the frame; a second handle mounted to an intermediate position along the frame, and a tube mounted to a second end of the elongated frame. The second end of the frame supporting the tube is telescopically movable toward and away from the first and second handles. A pair of pressurized instant-foam-producing tanks are mounted to the elongated telescoping frame between the first and second handles. The tanks are connected by hoses to the tube for delivering instant foam through the tube. A folded bladder is mounted over the tube for receiving instant foam therein. The tube is angularly movable relative to a plane of the elongated frame, such that it can be pointed in different directions relative to a plane of the elongated frame.

Abstract: A circulation type technique for recycling an artificial turf structure, in which a spent artificial turf is used as a filler for a fresh artificial turf. A spent artificial turf (3) is melted and formed into a particulate filler (5) for recycling. An artificial turf (3) newly laid on a roadbed is filled with the filler for recycling.

Abstract: A manufacturing apparatus of display element is provided in which the position of a drive circuit or thin-film transistor on a flexible substrate roll can be confirmed easily. The manufacturing apparatus of display element (100) is provided with a supply roll (RL) that feeds a flexible, elongated substrate (FB) which has been wound into a roll shape in a first direction; a mold (10) that, by pressing onto the fed elongated substrate, forms at least one first index mark (AM) for one row of display elements and partition walls (BA) for a plurality of display elements (50) that are lined up in a second direction which intersects the first direction; and a droplet applying section (20) that applies droplets onto a groove portion formed between the partition walls.

Abstract: Systems and methods for hardening portions of ballet pointe shoes include applying quantities of a mixed two-part epoxy resin to broken-down or softer-than-desired portions of the shoes. In some embodiments, epoxy resin is applied to interior surfaces of the toe box and/or shank portions of the shoe. In some embodiments, epoxy resin can also be applied to select exterior portions of the shoes.

Abstract: A floor hole repair fixture has at least one vertical side wall and a bottom wall which together define an inner volume. The fixture is connected to a hole in a floor with one or more fasteners and is filled with a non-shrink grout. A depending rim or flange extending from the at least one side wall helps seat the fixture within the hole. Intumescent material may be coated onto or applied to external fixture surfaces before the fixture is inserted into the hole. Floor covering material is installed over the grout-filled fixture.

Abstract: A method for thermally revitalizing a damaged polymer-containing material, consisting essentially of applying heat from an external heat source to the surface of the object to temporarily raise the surface temperature of the object above the softening point of the polymer is disclosed. A device for performing thermal revitalization on a polymer-containing material is also disclosed.

Abstract: A repair apparatus comprising a pressurized air inlet, an air regulator, a positioning ram, a repair material container, at least one window, a flexible seal, a shut off valve, a pop off relief valve, a ram seating attachment, a light, a supply nozzle, a pop off valve attachment fitting, an air regulator attachment fitting, a repair flow control, a supply nozzle attachment fitting, a seal, a compression nut, an optional pressure plate, an air hose, a repair material reservoir, a pressure plate nozzle clearance, material supply containers, pumps, feeder lines, a mixing tee, and check valves.

Abstract: A moving handrail repair device includes a self-travelling means and a heating means mounted on the self-travelling means. The self-travelling means travels on a balustrade of a passenger conveyor along a longitudinal direction of a moving handrail. The heating means heats and melts a surface portion of the moving handrail. The surface portion of the moving handrail is formed of a thermoplastic material. In a case where the surface portion of the moving handrail is damaged, an object portion to be repaired of the surface portion is heated and melted, and then the object portion is re-hardened.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide methods, apparatuses, and systems for repairing of abnormalities such as cracks and/or breaks in substrates such as glass and/or plastics.

Abstract: A tube shaped and fluid inflatable and electrically heatable in-situ pipe repair device comprising a first outer elastomeric tube layer and a resistive heating component comprised of electrically conductive fibers braided over an elastomeric core. The tube shaped device also contains an inner annulus. The device is fluid sealable and is connectible to a fluid supply and vacuum source. It is also connectible to an electrical power source. The device may also comprise two tube shaped layers configured to fit snuggly together with a resistive heating component held between the two layers. The resistive heating component may be a braided fiber-elastomeric core combination or a conductive fiber configured in a sinusoidal wave or similar pattern.

Abstract: A technique and tool are provided for repairing damaged areas of honeycomb structures. The tool includes a plurality of rods axially translatable into the damaged area. Foam material is inserted about the rods and allowed to cure. The rods are later withdrawn leaving a porous core of material. Sleeves may be provided to receive and support the rods as they translate into the damaged area. The sleeves may remain in the damaged area after the rods are withdrawn into the sleeves.

Abstract: Apparatus and a method for installing a tubular liner in a pipe, as in repair of underground sewer piping. A feeder is of flexible material, which may be similar to that of which the tubular liner is made, and is connected to an end of the tubular liner. The feeder includes a throat portion through which a quantity of inside-out tubular liner is drawn into the feeder by fluid pressure within the feeder and beyond the throat, and the tubular liner is thence urged by fluid pressure into the pipe where it is to be installed.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for everting a tubular pipe lining material for rehabilitating an existing pipe. The apparatus has a sealed storage container storing a rotary body around which the pipe lining material is wound in a roll. An electric motor undergoes rotation in a first rotational direction to rotate the rotary body to wind the pipe lining material on the rotary body and undergoes rotation in a second rotational direction opposite to the first rotational direction. An eversion nozzle is attached to the storage container for everting the pipe lining material. When fluid pressure is supplied into the storage container to pull the pipe lining material out from the storage container and evert it via the eversion nozzle, the electric motor is caused to rotate in the second rotational direction due to the pulling out of the pipe lining material and to function as an electric generator to brake the pullout of the pipe lining material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an automatic elastomer extrusion apparatus and method. An apparatus 400 for in-situ extrusion of an elastomeric coating 410 on a profiled helical surface 450 can include a template (100, 200) forming a gap between the profiled helical surface 450 and an adjacent profiled helical surface (102, 202) of a template (100, 200) itself to extrude an elastomer therethrough. A tracking mechanism 302 and/or carriage 300 can allow a template to follow the contours of the profiled helical surface 350. The apparatus can include means for providing relative movement between the profiled helical surface and the template. The apparatus (500, 600) can include a cleaning module (502, 602), an adhesive application module (504, 604), an elastomer deposition module (506, 606), and/or a curing module (508, 608). Each module can further include a template (100, 200) and/or a tracking mechanism 302.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pressure vessel for exerting pressure on a repair to a component made of composite materials to cure the repair in the field. The pressure vessel includes a body having a chamber for receiving the repair to the component; a portal operable to permit a heating element of a heater located inside the chamber to be coupled with a power source located outside the chamber to power the heating element; and a pump operable to pressurize the chamber. By pressurizing the chamber, the pressure vessel may exert pressure on a repair placed inside the chamber that exceeds 14.7 psi, and thus, provide a better cure in the field to produce a stronger repair. Furthermore, the pressure vessel may be more easily transported from one location in the field to another than an autoclave.

Abstract: In windshield crack repair it is necessary to move a repair tool alongside a crack and manipulate a resin injection head to remain in close proximity to the crack at all times. A three cupped tool is disclosed which exhibits here before unavailable lateral and longitudinal stability even when one of the cups becomes unadhered to the windshield. The tool comprises an elongate frame having an upright injection head attachment means on one end; an upright frame height adjustment means on the other opposite end; and, a central portion having three suction cups, each having an upright axis, and each oriented for attachment to the windshield. In a preferred aspect of this tool the axis of a suction cup closest to the injection head generally is in alignment with an elongate axis of the elongate frame and the upright axis of the other two cups are offset similar amounts from the axis of the elongate frame. This arrangement facilitates visibility and manipulation of the injection head along a crack in a windshield.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for converting expended thermo-plastic material, specifically empty plastic bottles, into artificial rocks, by placing the empty thermoplastic bottle in the apparatus between two sliding carriages, on each of which a rock has been mounted; and each carriage attatched to a hydraulic jack, which, when the handle is pumped, moves the carriage toward the bottle which has been heated to malleability by heat lamps mounted above and sideways to the bottle, and the said heated, flexible bottle is squeezed between the two rocks mounted on the carriages, and then the bottle is rotated and the process repeated to give the bottle a rock shape. The rock shape may be further altered using a portable heat gun.

Abstract: Apparatus and a method for installing a tubular liner in a pipe, as in repair of underground sewer piping. A feeder is of flexible material, which may be similar to that of which the tubular liner is made, and is connected to an end of the tubular liner. The feeder includes a throat portion through which a quantity of inside-out tubular liner is drawn into the feeder by fluid pressure within the feeder and beyond the throat, and the tubular liner is thence urged by fluid pressure into the pipe where it is to be installed.