13th week of 2016 patent applcation highlights part 20 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20160090692 | MULTILAYER BELT FOR CREPING AND STRUCTURING IN A TISSUE MAKING PROCESS - A multilayer belt structure that can be used for creping or structuring a cellulosic web in a tissue making process. The multilayer belt structure allows for the formation of various shaped and sized openings in the top surface of the belt, while still providing a structure having the strength, durability, and flexibility required for tissue making processes. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090693 | MULTILAYER BELT FOR CREPING AND STRUCTURING IN A TISSUE MAKING PROCESS - A multilayer belt structure that can be used for creping or structuring a cellulosic web in a tissue making process. The multilayer belt structure allows for the formation of various shaped and sized openings in the top surface of the belt, while still providing a structure having the strength, durability, and flexibility required for tissue making processes. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090694 | AUTOMATIC MULTI-STATION INTEGRATED EQUIPMENT AND METHOD FOR FORMING WASTE-PAPER-BASED PACKAGING PRODUCTS - Disclosed are embodiments of an automatic multi-station integrated equipment for forming waste-paper-based-pulp packaging products, and related methods of operation. The equipment comprises at least one suction filter forming station integrated with one or more pair of high-temperature drying stations. The suction filter forming station includes a forming frame, pulp tank, forming plate apparatus, transfer plate apparatus, transfer air storage tank, horizontal transfer air cylinder, vertical transfer air cylinder, forming hydraulic cylinder, and forming apparatus main shaft. Each high-temperature drying station may include an upper press plate apparatus, lower press plate apparatus, high pressure air cylinder, lower horizontal air cylinder, air storage tank and upper horizontal air cylinder. Embodiments of the invention generally use one suction filtration forming station in conjunction with multiple high temperature drying stations to form a single production line. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090695 | CUTTING MACHINE - A guidance system provides step-wise, real-time or near real-time video guidance to a cutting machine operator to efficiently cut up a lift into multiple products, where determining an efficient sequence of steps is laborious for an ordinary operator. The display can advantageously show the operator where to temporarily store various “logs” that are cut off from the lift, and how and when to reinsert them into the cutting machine for further cuts, whether by themselves, in side-by-side manner, and/or in stacks. Camera feedback can be used to ensure that the operator is properly positioning and orienting the lift/logs. The display can alternatively or additionally use simulation to guide the operator. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090696 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REVERSING BANKNOTE LIMPNESS - A method for enhancing the structural strength of a porous substrate having pores therein is disclosed. The method includes soaking the porous substrate in a solution having a first solvent and at least one polymer dissolved in the first solvent at a specific temperature and pressure, such that the solution is deposited within pores of the porous substrate, soaking the porous substrate in a second solvent, such that the first solvent diffuses into the second solvent, and such that the at least one polymer remains within the pores of the porous substrate, and flushing out the second solvent from the porous substrate. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090697 | ABSORBENT TISSUE - The present disclosure offers an improvement in papermaking methods and products, by providing a tissue sheet and a method to obtain a tissue sheet, with improved absorbency at a given basis weight. Thus, by way of example, the present disclosure provides a single ply tissue sheet having a basis weight greater than about 50 gsm and a specific vertical absorbent capacity greater than about 6.0 g/g. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090698 | METHODS OF MAKING PAPER PRODUCTS USING A MULTILAYER CREPING BELT, AND PAPER PRODUCTS MADE USING A MULTILAYER CREPING BELT - A method of creping a cellulosic sheet. The method includes preparing a nascent web from an aqueous papermaking furnish, depositing and creping the nascent web on a multi-layer creping belt that includes (i) a first layer made from a polymeric material having a plurality of openings, and (ii) a second layer attached to a surface of the first layer, with the nascent web being deposited on the first layer, and applying a vacuum to the creping belt such that the nascent web is drawn into the plurality of openings, but not drawn into the second layer. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090699 | A MODULAR RAMP SYSTEM - A modular ramp system comprising a plurality of panels assemblable to form a multi-sectional ramp deck and a collapsible load bearing arrangement for supporting each panel of the multi-sectional ramp deck at a predetermined distance off the ground. At least two of the panels having a correspondingly located connecting assembly locatable proximal to a leading edge and a trailing edge of the adjoining edges of two adjacent panels. The connecting assembly having an arrangement for enabling the main plane of the panels to enter into and out of alignment with one another to engage and disengage the multi-sectional ramp deck. The connecting assembly also having functionality for enabling relative movement of the panels when the main plane of the panels is out of alignment such that all panels are stackable one on another for stowage and/or transport. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090700 | STOP POSITION DETERMINING DEVICE FOR TRANSPORT VEHICLE AND TRANSPORT VEHICLE WITH THE SAME - To make a transport vehicle stop close to a bund in dependence on the shape of the bund. A stop position determining device for a transport vehicle includes: a bund identification module ( | 2016-03-31 |
20160090701 | PROCESS FOR COLD-IN-PLACE RECYCLING USING FOAMED ASPHALT AND LUBRICATION ADDITIVE - Cold-in-place asphalt recycling is disclosed. A foamed asphalt may be produced by injecting water and optionally compressed air into a hot asphalt stream. A lubricating surfactant may be added to the hot asphalt stream to improve performance. The foamed asphalt may be mixed with reclaimed material to provide a uniformly coated paving material that can compacted to a desired density. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090702 | Marker Cone System - A marker cone system which provides users with greater spatial awareness and guidance when using marker cones for sports training or other sports and/or non-sports related activities. The marker cone system generally includes a weight which may be installed underneath the marker cone and a post receiver which may be installed within the channel of a marker cone. The post receiver and weight will generally be connected together, such as by threaded engagement, with the marker cone being secured therebetween. A marker post may be removably inserted within the post receiver to improve visibility or provide additional functionality. The marker post may include a slot to reduce wind resistance and one or more receiver openings adapted to removably receive cross members. By utilizing multiple marker posts with post receivers, one may construct a hurdle, fence, goal, or any number of structures for sports or non-sports applications. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090703 | TRAFFIC BOLLARD - “TRAFFIC BOLLARD”, which is used to delimit a pedestrian or vehicle track being fixed to the surface of the floor (P) by screws. The traffic bollard herein mentioned includes a base portion ( | 2016-03-31 |
20160090704 | FLOATING BRUSH SWEEPER - This invention relates to an industrial street sweeper and especially to a street sweeper having a floating sweeper brush which varies the downward force on the rotating brush on the surface being swept to float the brush over the surface. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090705 | BLOCK, FLOOD PROTECTION BARRIER AND A METHOD FOR PRODUCING A BARRIER OF THIS TYPE - The invention relates to a stone, in particular a dam stone for a flood dam. In order to be able to build a stable flood dam in an easy way, according to the invention a cover surface is provided with at least two ribs and an opposing base surface is provided with at least two grooves corresponding to the ribs so as to create an indirect connection between two stones by means of a third stone that can be detached by applying a tensile force perpendicular to the base surface. The invention further relates to the use of such a stone. In addition, the invention relates to a method for manufacturing a mass retention structure, in particular a flood dam. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090706 | Fluid Diversion Assembly - A fluid diversion assembly for diverting the fluid in a selected direction includes a rail structured to have an upright portion extending upwardly from a horizontal portion. The rail may be positioned on a support surface such that the horizontal portion of the rail abuts the support surface. The horizontal portion of the rail is sloped such that the horizontal portion may divert a fluid in a selected direction. A plurality of fasteners is extended through the horizontal portion of the rail and engages the support surface such that the rail is retained on the support surface. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090707 | PILE-DRIVING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DRIVING A PILE ELEMENT INTO THE GROUND - The invention relates to an apparatus and a method for driving a pile element into the ground. A head region of the pile element is arranged in a driving helmet on an underside of a driven hammer unit, which is moved along a mast and drives the pile element into the ground. The pile element is hoisted by means of an auxiliary winch with auxiliary rope from a lying position into the approximately vertical driving position, in which the head region of the pile element is received in the driving helmet of the hammer unit. In accordance with the invention during hoisting of the pile element to be driven in, the main winch and the auxiliary winch are controlled automatically in a simultaneous manner so that during hoisting the head region of the pile element rests with a predeterminable pressing force against the driving helmet. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090708 | MANHOLE WITH HEIGHT/INCLINATION-ADJUSTABLE MANHOLE COVER - The present disclosure relates to a manhole with a manhole cover that can be adjusted in height and inclination in the entire structure. A manhole with a height/inclination-adjustable manhole cover includes: a manhole cover; a cover base closing the top of the manhole cover and having a pipe shape; a support having a pipe shape and radially overlapping the cover base; and an insertion disposed between the cover base and the support in the radial direction of the cover base and preventing movement of the cover base relative to the support through a wedge effect. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090709 | HEAVY DUTY VENT CAP SYSTEM FOR A SUCTION PILE - The heavy duty a vent cap system includes a top plate with a bucket interface, a center stem assembly, a retainer assembly, a bottom plate with a stem sleeve and guiding device, an adapter ring, a plurality of perimeter stem assemblies and a plurality of perimeter installation stems. A remote operated vehicle engages the bucket interface to rotate a center stem member in the center stem assembly. A threaded portion of the center stem assembly engages a stem nut in the retainer assembly. The rotation along threads of the stem nut held within the retainer assembly actuates the bottom plate between opened and closed positions. The bottom plate maintains alignment to the top plate and adapter ring and resists cocking and distortion. The bottom plate seals to a connection portion of the adapter ring in any orientation of the heavy duty vent cap system, ranging from vertical to horizontal. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090710 | WORKING MACHINE - A working machine includes: a boom base portion including: an inner side wall; and an outer side wall disposed opposite to the inner side wall; a lift link disposed on a rear portion of the boom base portion; and a boom cylinder disposed in front of the lift link. One end side of the lift link is inserted between the inner side wall and the outer side wall and is pivotally supported on the boom base portion. The other end side of the lift link is pivotally supported on the machine body. One end of the boom cylinder is inserted between the inner side wall and the outer side wall in front of the lift link and is pivotally supported on the boom base portion. The other end of the boom cylinder is pivotally supported on the machine body by below the lift link. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090711 | WORKING MACHINE - The present invention intends to allow a good layout of and an easy maintenance of parts disposed around a rear portion of the motor. A working machine includes a machine body; a motor mounted on the machine body; an output shaft protruding from a rear portion of the motor; a rear attachment portion disposed on the rear portion of the motor, the rear attachment portion facing backward; and a mount member configured to support the motor to suppress vibration of the motor, the mount member including: a first support member having an opposite attachment portion, the opposite attachment portion being attached opposite to the rear attachment portion; an elastic member attached to the first support member; and a second support member disposed on the machine body, the second support member being configured to support the elastic member. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090712 | WORKING MACHINE - The present invention intends to provide a working machine capable of improving the heat exchange efficiency of the radiator and of suppressing degradation of performance of the radiator even when the oil cooler is clogged up, in the working machine arranging the radiator and the oil cooler above the engine. A working machine includes: a motor; a fan arranged above the motor, the fan being configured to generate an air flow downward; a radiator arranged above the fan; and an oil cooler arranged adjacent to the radiator. In addition, the working machine includes: a shroud disposed around fan, the shroud including: a rim portion forming an air vent hole, the air vent hole being for passage of the air flow generated by the fan; and a support member attached to an upper portion of the shroud, the support member being configured to support the radiator and the oil cooler. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090713 | CABIN OF WORKING MACHINE, WORKING MACHINE HAVING CABIN, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING CABIN - A cabin includes: a panel disposed on a side of an operator seat, the panel including: a plurality of cross members extending in a first direction; and a plurality of transverse members intersecting with the plurality of cross members each other and extending in a second direction; a glass panel disposed on a side of the panel; a window frame disposed on the glass panel; a window panel disposed on the window frame, the window panel being configured to move in the first direction or in the second direction; a projecting member disposed on a side of the window panel, the side being an identical side to the operator seat, the projecting member being configured to move together with the window panel; and a guide portion configured to accept insertion of the projecting member and to limit a moving distance of the window panel. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090714 | SEMI-AUTONOMOUS TRACTOR SYSTEM CREST RAMP REMOVAL - A computer-implemented method for removing a crest end ramp along a work surface using a machine is provided. The computer-implemented method may include defining a volume threshold corresponding to a crest end region of the work surface where the volume threshold may be adjustable based on one or more parameters associated with the machine and the work surface, calculating a volume of material within the crest end region, comparing the calculated volume with the volume threshold, issuing a ramp cut if the calculated volume approximates but does not exceed the volume threshold, and issuing a short cut if the calculated volume exceeds the volume threshold. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090715 | Brake Charge Valve with Set Minimum Fixed Hydro-Mechanical Pressure By-Pass Function - A hydraulic circuit includes: a priority valve including a first position and a second position where: the first position includes a first fluid passage and a fixed bypass orifice connected to the first fluid passage; the second position includes a second fluid passage and a variable bypass orifice connected to the second fluid passage. The hydraulic circuit further includes: a first fluid line fluidly connecting the priority valve and a first machine component; a second fluid line fluidly connecting the priority valve and a second machine component; a check valve placed between the priority valve and the second machine component and fluidly connecting the priority valve and the second machine component; an oil passage on the priority valve fluidly connected to one or more machine components other than the first and second machine components; one or more actuators connected to the priority valve; and a control valve communicatively connected to the one or more actuators connected to the priority valve. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090716 | HYDRAULIC VALVE - A valve for a hydraulic system is provided including a work port channel, a load sense channel, and a tank channel. Additionally, a body cavity extends between the work port channel and the tank channel, and a spool is movably positioned in the body cavity. The body cavity defines an inner surface and the spool defines an outer surface. The inner surface of the body cavity and the outer surface of the spool together define a interface between the body cavity and the spool that extends outwardly from a longitudinal axis, such that an increased pressure differential between the work port channel and a load sense channel increases a sealing force, allowing for a more responsive valve in the hydraulic system with less leakage. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090717 | Non-invasive Thermal Dispersion Flow Meter with Chronometric Monitor for Fluid Leak Detection - A non-invasive thermal dispersion flow meter with chronometric monitor for fluid leak detection includes a heater, an ambient temperature sensor and a flow rate sensor which are configured to sense the temperature of a fluid in a conduit, and then monitor the flow of that fluid through the conduit. The fluid flow sensor is incorporated into a Wheatstone bridge circuit which is used to provide increased sensitivity to the outputs of the sensors. Based upon the ambient temperature sensor readings, the flow rate sensor and heater may be adjusted to optimize the operation of the system to detect leaks. An alternative embodiment utilizes a single sensor and separate heater which work together to determine heat propagation times which in turn is used to calculate flow rate. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090718 | Inlet Water Pipe - An inlet water pipe includes a first pipe, and a second pipe mounted into the first pipe. A first channel transporting first liquid is formed through the first pipe. A second channel transporting second liquid is formed between the first pipe and the second pipe. A connecting sleeve is hollow and is mounted around a front end of the first pipe. A valve core is mounted on a front end of the connecting sleeve, and having a center hole centrally and axially formed through the valve core and multiple water outlets formed in a periphery of the valve core and communicating with the second pipe. The inlet water pipes gathers two different waterways in one inlet pipe and allow easy connection with faucet, and ensures good hermetic seal. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090719 | HOSE WEIGHT FOR A FAUCET - A hose weight for use with a faucet outlet hose fluidly coupled to a dispensing unit. The hose weight includes an outer housing defining a chamber and a filler received within the chamber. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090720 | Two-Path Water Output Device - A two-path water output device includes a valve, and is mounted around by a shell. The valve has a first waterway and a second waterway. The first waterway is constantly connected to a water converter, while the second waterway is controlled to be open or closed by a control valve core. Such two-path structure is simple, novel and easily controllable for two types of water output like tap water and filtered water. When the second waterway is closed, the water pressure switches a water converter connected to the inlet end of the valve to the first waterway to output water. When the second waterway is open, the released pressure switches to the first waterway to output water. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090721 | Two-Route Switching Water Output System - A two-route switching water output system includes a water input converter and a water output device. The water input converter includes a water input valve body and a valve cock. In the water input valve body is provided with a first water input route and a second water input route. One of the first water input route and the second water input route is selected to open or close through the valve cock. The water output device includes a water output valve body and a control valve core. Inside the water output valve body is provided with a first water output route and a second water output route. The first water input route and the first water output route are connected to form a first water route. The second water input route and the second water output route are connected to form a second water route. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090722 | DRAINAGE FITTING - A drainage fitting ( | 2016-03-31 |
20160090723 | System for Delivering Chemicals to a Toilet Bowl - A chemical system is provided for adding a small amount of chemicals to a toilet bowl at the end of the flush cycle. The system has several chambers and a mechanism to add water to the system to force chemicals out and into the overflow tube of the toilet. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090724 | BIDET HAVING INSTANT HOT WATER FUNCTION AND METHOD OF CONTROL THEREOF - The present invention relates to a bidet having instant hot water function in which a sheathed heater generates heat by a electric power supplied under the control of a controller, and, at the same time, the heating member made of aluminum is heated by the generated heat, and the tap water supplied from a hydrant is converted into hot water to spray through a nozzle to thereby wash the user's anus or genitalia, and then tap water from the hydrant is supplied to the heating member in a state where the electric power supply to the sheathed heater is disconnected under the control of the controller to quench the heating member to a room temperature, which allows reliable use of bidet, and a control method thereof. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090725 | FLOW CHANNEL SWITCHING APPARATUS FOR BIDET NOZZLE - The present invention relates a flow channel switching apparatus for bidet nozzle which is capable of providing a rectal injection function in addition to anus and genitalia cleaning which makes the bowel movement comfortable; of fluidly connecting the water tank and the drain hole to drain cold water supplied to prevent the water tank from overheating during initial stage of providing hot water and the final stage of the cleaning, even in a state where the water is not supplied to the anus cleaning hole, the genitalia cleaning hole, or the rectal injection hole, which allows reliable use of the bidet; and when the rotating plate is rotated to fluidly connect the supply through hole of the rotating plate and the anus cleaning hole, the genitalia cleaning hole, or the rectal injection hole penetrated through the disc valve, the supply through hole is fluidly connected to the respective supply hole to supply water, or either one of the first and the second drain through hole is fluidly connected to the discharge hole to guide water to be drained, which allows reliable use of bidet. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090726 | Coupling Assembly for Closet Carrier System - A coupling assembly for a closet carrier system for a water closet includes a central pipe member having a first end and a second end, and an interior surface defining a hollow interior; an adapter member separate from the central pipe member and connected to the second end of the central pipe member, the adapter having an interior surface defining a hollow interior and configured to adjustably connect the coupling assembly to a faceplate of the system; and a horn coupling member configured to be connected to the first end of the central pipe member. At least the hollow interior of the central pipe member and the hollow interior of the adapter member form an internal passage of the coupling assembly. The horn coupling member is configured to be connected to a water closet to place the internal passage of the coupling assembly in fluid communication with the water closet. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090727 | UNIVERSAL DRAIN CUFF - A drainage pipe fitting includes a cuff that permits the fitting to be coupled with pipes or fittings of various sizes. The cuff includes a plurality of sloped surfaces. For example, the cuff may include a first set of sloped surfaces and a second set of sloped surfaces on an interior of the cuff for receiving different-sized pipes or fittings on the interior of the cuff. The cuff may also include a third set of sloped surfaces, a fourth set of sloped surfaces, and a fifth set of sloped surfaces on an exterior of the cuff for receiving further pipes or fittings of different sizes on the exterior of the cuff. If desired, the cuff can include more or less sets of sloped surfaces. In some cases the sloped surfaces are arranged on internal and external fins of the cuff. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090728 | SELF-BRACING, TWO-WAY MOMENT FRAME PRECAST SYSTEM FOR INDUSTRIAL SUPPORT STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF UTILIZING SAME - A self-bracing, two-way moment frame precast system for industrial support structure and method of erecting a precast industrial support structure without temporary or permanent bracing or shoring are disclosed. This is accomplished by utilizing a moment frame element in two directions to create free standing tower that requires no bracing during erection or in service. The system also utilizes a connection that allows the erection crane to achieve alignment during erection such that the entire system can be erected by a ground based personnel. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090729 | CONNECTING MEMBER FOR COLUMN AND CONNECTION STRUCTURE OF COLUMN - A cutout part is formed at the approximate center of the connecting member. The cutout part in the connecting member is a circular penetrating hole that penetrates a convex part and a main body part. On the side of a lower surface of the connecting member, the convex part is formed around the cutout part. The convex part includes a tapered part and a rib. The tapered part gradually inclines in the direction toward the center from the side of the main body part (the side of the base part of the convex part) to the tip side (the side of the top part thereof). The rib part is formed on the edge part of the cutout part, which is the top part of the tapered part. The rib part is a part that protrudes downward from the top part of the tapered part. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090730 | Relocatable Habitat Unit - A field-deployable construction set for the assembly of a Relocatable Habitat Unit (RHU), used for simulating real world environments without costly construction expenses. The various panels, supports, and accessories used to construct an RHU provide the user with innumerable options for floor plans and building design, further providing significant options for reconfiguration of floor, ceiling, and wall panels without having to disassemble the structure. The exterior composition of the expanded polymer foam is customizable to provide a realistic environment for high quality training in a versatile system that is deployable by truck or aircraft and can be assembled with only a single tool. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090731 | DEPLOYABLE PORTABLE SHELTER - A shelter has a packaged configuration and a deployed configuration. The shelter has four panels, each with four edges and two faces. The first and fourth panels have a rectangular shape, and the second and third panels have a quadrangle shape. The relationship of panel edge lengths and angles of the quadrangle shelter panels create a sturdy enclosure that is easy to erect, manipulate, and reconfigure. Furthermore, the shelter may be erected by rotating the panels into place via pivotal connections between the panels and optionally through the use of a lever arm. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090732 | PRE-DISTANCING COLLAPSIBLE SYSTEM PARTICULARLY FOR THE ELEMENTS OF A STRUCTURAL FRAME - The present invention refers to a pre-distancing collapsible system particularly for the elements of a structural frame of a building. An embodiment of the invention comprises at least three components of a structural frame and at least two spacers, not being these spacers structural elements of the frame, fastened to the heads of aforementioned components of the frame, and said spacer being foldable. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090733 | PINNACLE TRUSS - A pinnacle truss has a first linear support member, a second linear support member stacked on the first support member and a third linear support member stacked on the first support member and the second linear support member. The first linear support member, the second linear support member, and the third linear support member form a triangular support structure. The first linear support member has an L-shaped cross section. The second linear support member and the third linear support member each has a C-shaped cross section. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090734 | METHOD OF INSTALLING RADIANT BARRIER OR INSULATION - A method of installing a self-supporting radiant barrier or insulation between roof joists or wall studs secured to an exterior building surface. Flexible and resilient strips are positioned in an inwardly bowed condition between adjacent roof joists or wall studs. A radiant barrier or insulation is positioned between the adjacent roof joists or wall strips in a bowed condition in engagement with the bowed strips. Thereafter, flexible and resilient rods are positioned in a bowed condition in engagement with the roof joists or wall studs, the radiant barrier or insulation and over the bowed strips to secure the radiant barrier or insulation to the underlying bowed strips and the adjacent roof joists or wall studs. The bowed strips, radiant barrier or insulation and the bowed rods are all located within the interior surfaces of the roof joists or wall studs. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090735 | DEVICE FOR ABSORBING STRUCTURE-BORNE SOUND - A device for absorbing structure-borne sound comprises at least one torque transmitting flange having two or more layers of materials of different damping capacity and stiffness stacked on each other. At least a portion of the flange has a radially jagged cross-sectional profile including two or more flanks consecutively arranged in radial direction and alternately inclined to the radial direction. The consecutive flanks merge into each other by forming corners, respectively. This structure-borne sound absorber reduces the propagation of vibrations at acoustically relevant frequencies via rotating machine parts. Combination with a compensation coupling results in a high-elasticity coupling preventing noise radiation. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090736 | Wall Partition - A wall partition is provided. The wall partition includes a body portion that is configured to fold along at least one vertically oriented center line forming a plurality of sections. Each section includes at least one pocket configured to receive magazines, books, paperwork, or other similar items. The body portion is configured to be freestanding, wherein a plurality of base supports is configured to removably fasten to a lower edge of the body portion to allow for the body portion to be freestanding. Each base support includes an opening therethrough configured to receive and support the lower edge of the body portion. Each base support further includes a flat side configured to be placed flush against a floor surface having a protective layer configured to prevent damage to the floor surface. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090737 | LAYERED ARCHITECTURAL PERVIOUS CONCRETE - A layered architectural water pervious concrete is provided. The concrete assembly includes a first layer of water pervious concrete preferably having 15%-25% void space capable of channeling water to the ground and underlying water table. Poured upon the pervious concrete layer, is a non-pervious concrete layer. Joints are formed through the non-pervious concrete layer, which preferably penetrates into the pervious concrete layer at least ¼ inch. Water flows from the top surface of the concrete assembly through the joints and into the porous concrete layer for distribution to the ground below. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090738 | SUPPORTING ELEMENT FOR PIPES IN BUILDINGS AND APPLICATION METHOD OF A PIPE SUPPORTING ELEMENT IN A FLAGSTONE - This relates to a pipe supporting element ( | 2016-03-31 |
20160090739 | MULTI-USE BUILDING BLOCK AND METHODS - A multi-use block ( | 2016-03-31 |
20160090740 | MODULAR CONSTRUCTION SYSTEM - A module for a paving or building system can include a pan that provides one major surface of the module and a block that contains a cement mixture, attaches to the pan, and provides an opposite major surface with a cement finish. The pan may have side walls, and an upper portion of the concrete block can extend above a top edge of the pan. The block extending over the edge of the pan in a module allows for joining modules to create an extended cement finished surface. Passages may be provided though modules to allow assembly of modules using cables or bolts that extend through the passages of multiple modules. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090741 | FOLDABLE STRUCTURAL TRUSS - The elongated double-fold foldable structural truss has a quadrilateral framework extending along a longitudinal direction. It includes four chord beam units disposed parallel to one another. Each chord beam unit includes two spaced-apart and juxtaposed beams running parallel to one another. The beams define between them a first open channel that is opened on one of the inner sides of the chord beam unit. The structural truss further includes four web units having brace members. The brace members of at least two of the web units are telescopic. The telescopic brace members are all in their extended position when the structural truss is in its unfolded position and being all in their retracted position when the structural truss is in its folded position. The foldable structural truss is very compact in its folded position. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090742 | SHINGLE WITH REINFORCED NAIL ZONE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING - A roofing shingle is provided. The roofing shingles includes an overlay sheet including a headlap portion and a tab portion and an underlay sheet secured to the overlay sheet such that a region of the underlay sheet overlaps a region of the headlap portion of the overlay sheet. A reinforcement material is secured to the headlap portion of the overlay sheet. The reinforcement material is configured to improve nail pull-through. The reinforcement material extends beyond the overlapping regions of the headlap portion and the underlay sheet a distance of about 0.12 inches or less. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090743 | Stair Assistance Device - A stair assistance device for assisting a person to climb up and down stairs. The device may include a handle, a saddle for engagement with a guide rail mounted alongside the stairs, the saddle being connected to the handle and being arranged for sliding motion along the guide rail, a braking rail for mounting alongside the stairs parallel to the guide rail, and a bracket connected to the saddle, the bracket being for selectively engaging with the braking rail to prevent motion of the handle and saddle along the guide rail. The bracket and the braking rail together form a releasable ratchet that, when engaged, prevents movement of the handle in a downstairs direction and allows movement of the handle in an upstairs direction. The handle may be coupled to the pawl of the ratchet such that a predetermined movement of the handle will disengage the pawl from the ratchet. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090744 | MECHANICAL LOCKING SYSTEM FOR FLOOR PANELS - Floor panels with a flexible tongue in an insertion groove, the flexible tongue is designed to cooperate, in a connected state with a tongue groove of another panel, the panels are adapted to be locked together by vertical folding, the flexible tongue has a projection portion which, in a connected state projects outside the insertion groove and cooperates with the tongue groove, said projecting portion has a beveled and/or rounded sliding surface and the panels have a sliding surface adapted to cooperate therewith during vertical folding, the flexible tongue during the vertical folding is displaced twice in the horizontal direction, a first displacement is effected by the vertical folding of the fold panel whereby at least a part of the flexible tongue is bent, a second displacement of the flexible tongue towards its initial position is accomplished substantially by a spring effect caused by said bending of said flexible tongue. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090745 | ENTANGLED NET PRODUCT WITH CRUMB - An entangled net having a crumb dispersed therein may be used as a sound deadening material in a flooring system. The crumb may be adhered to said entangled net. The entangled net may include a first barrier layer affixed to an upper surface of said entangled net and/or a second barrier layer affixed to a lower surface of said entangled net. The crumb may be selected from the group consisting of: rubber; foam; natural elastic materials; synthetic elastic materials; fibers; and combinations thereof. The method of use and manufacture are also disclosed. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090746 | LEVELLING SPACER DEVICE FOR LAYING SLAB PRODUCTS FOR CLADDING SURFACES - A levelling spacer device ( | 2016-03-31 |
20160090747 | SKIMMING TOOL - A skimming tool | 2016-03-31 |
20160090748 | Backer Panel for Form Liners - A structurally supportive backer panel formed to fit within the recesses of a form liner to support the form liner when casting textured surfaces into concrete. The backer panel has a series of protrusions which fit within the recesses of the form liner in order to prevent the concrete pressure from deflecting and buckling the form liner. When the wet concrete is poured into a form fitted with the backer panel and form liner, the concrete fills the form and contacts the form liner, wherein the backer panel ensures that the shape of the form liner is not affected by the pressure and weight of the concrete. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090749 | REINFORCING BAR BINDING MACHINE - A reinforcing bar binding machine includes a wire reel which is supported on a binding machine main body, a feed motor which drives the wire reel, a twisting mechanism which twists and binds a wire, a twist motor which drives the twisting mechanism and a brake actuating unit which is actuated by the twist motor. The twist motor starts a normal rotation when the wire is fed by a predetermined amount. The twisting mechanism twists the wire to complete the binding after the twisting mechanism is advanced to a predetermined position by the normal rotation. The twist motor starts a reverse rotation after completing the binding, and the twisting mechanism is retracted to a stand-by position by the reverse rotation. Before completing the binding, the brake actuating unit brakes the wire reel to stop the wire reel and releases the braking with respect to the wire reel. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090750 | Method and apparatus of repairing a pool fitting - A method and apparatus of repairing a fluid leak, thru a crack within the body of a pool return fitting, or in a pipe of close proximity to a pool return fitting, wherein an apparatus comprising of a cylindrical flow-thru elongated rubber plug, wherein a tube thru the center of the rubber plug is retained at one end by a flare in said tube or a locking nut over a uniquely shaped washer, and threaded on the other end, secured by a locking nut over a unique washer. In its compressed state, the rubber plug radially expands within the return line pipe and against a rubber extension ring inserted into the pool return fitting, sealing any leak occurring between the pool return fitting escutcheon and the return line pipe, wherein fluid may still pass thru the center tube. A trim ring is fitted around the locking nut of the threaded end tube, secured in place by a return eyeball, wherein the return eyeball is threaded female internally. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090751 | TENT WITH A REINFORCED FRAME-SUPPORTING STRUCTURE - A tent with a reinforced frame-supporting structure is provided, comprising a top disc ( | 2016-03-31 |
20160090752 | SELF-LEARNING LOCK AND LOCK ASSEMBLY APPARATUS - A self-learning lock cylinder assembly or lock tumbler and tools capable of teaching the self-learning key configuration of a pre-existing key is disclosed. The individual performing the self-learning does not need to have prior locksmith experience. The individual performing the self-learning procedure can verify that the original key and copies of the original key function properly within the lock cylinder prior to final assembly and installation in the lock through a self-learning test housing. The pre-installation testing eliminates problems associated with an incorrectly assembled lock cylinder | 2016-03-31 |
20160090753 | INTEGRATED LOCK BODY SYSTEM FOR SECURING ACCESS POINTS - An integrated lock body system for securing access points. An electronic door lock has a lock body, at least one electrical component within the lock to be monitored, and at least one output for connection to an external unit located remotely from the electronic door lock for monitoring load resistance between the external unit and the electronic door lock. A circuit is mounted adjacent to or within the electronic lock body. The circuit includes an electrical connection to the at least one electrical component within the electronic door lock and an external electrical output for connection to the external unit. The circuit further includes at least one resistor between the electrical connection to the at least one electrical component within the electronic door lock and the external electrical output, the at least one resistor imparting a desired load resistance capable of being monitored by the external unit. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090754 | BICYCLE SECURITY DEVICE - A bicycle locking device coupled to a bicycle and configured to prevent a wheel from turning. The device is configured with transceiver to communicated with a remote device to receive locking and unlocking indications and to transmit tampering indications to a remote device. The device can include an audible sound when tampering is detected. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090755 | SECURING DEVICE FOR AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A securing device for an electronic device has a holding assembly with a holding seat and a sucker, a rope connected to the holding seat, and a lock and a pressing element mounted on the holding seat. When the securing device is in use, the rope is looped around a post and a side or a corner of the electronic device is mounted between the pressing element and the sucker. Then, a key drives a lock core of the lock to drive the pressing element, such that the electronic device is tightly held between the pressing element and the sucker. Accordingly, the electronic device can be secured at a specific position. The securing device can be used on the electronic devices of different shapes and sizes and is convenient for manufacturing, purchasing, and using. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090756 | LOCKING MECHANISM AND RELATED ELECTRONIC DEVICE CAPABLE OF BEING SWITCHED FOR SWITCHABLE SECURITY LOCKS WITH DIFFERENT DESIGN - A locking mechanism selectively suitable for security locks with different design includes a first locking component, a second locking component and a pivoting component. The first locking component includes a first body, a first stretching portion and a second stretching portion. A first locking hole is formed on the first body. A first piercing hole, a first constraining hole and a second constraining hole are formed on the first stretching portion. A second piercing hole and a slide slot are formed on the second stretching portion. The second locking component includes a second body whereon a second locking hole, a third piercing hole and a third constraining hole are formed. The pivoting component includes a shaft, a first block and a second block. The shaft pieces through the foresaid piercing holes. The first block and the second block are movably switched between the foresaid constraining holes and the slide slot. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090757 | INFORMATION PROCESSING SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD - According to one embodiment, an information processing system includes a first electronic device, a second electronic device connectable with the first electronic device, and a security lock. The security lock is configured to attach to the second electronic device when the first electronic device and the second electronic device are connected with each other, the security lock for preventing the second electronic device from being stolen, and in association with the security lock, a first lock for preventing separation of the first electronic device from the second electronic device. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090758 | LOCK FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE - The invention relates to a motor vehicle door closure comprising a locking mechanism having a rotary latch and a locking pawl for locking the rotary latch. Said door closure also comprises a blocking pawl for blocking the locking pawl when engaging, a release lever for releasing the locking pawl, and a locking lever that blocks the locking mechanism at least in the event of acceleration forces of a predetermined magnitude occurring, for example in an accident (impact). According to the invention, the release lever and the locking lever are arranged about an axis. This results in a particularly simple lock design. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090759 | MOTOR VEHICLE LOCK - A motor vehicle lock for a motor vehicle door arrangement is provided. An actuation chain is provided for performing an actuation cycle, which actuation chain may be brought into different operational states, wherein the actuation chain comprises a moveable first actuation element and a moveable second actuation element. It is proposed that the actuation chain comprises a moveable transition element and wherein during a first actuation phase of the actuation cycle the transition element interacts with at least one of said actuation elements, in particular with both actuation elements, and thereby adjusts the two actuation elements relative to each other, wherein in a subsequent actuation phase of the actuation cycle the first actuation element, depending on the operational state, drives the second actuation element. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090760 | Falling Freight Restraint System - A falling freight restraint system for trailers and cargo containers that prevents freight that is leaning against door from forcing the door open and possibly falling out, which could otherwise cause injury to the person who opens the door or damage to the freight. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090761 | LOCKING DEVICE - Provided is a locking device, in which a larger force is required only when a vertical moving block protruding from a lower surface of a locking hook is moved up and down while being in line contact with a vertical-movement support block, thus allowing the locking device to be easily used with a smaller force compared to the prior art. Further, the tilting guide is restored by a restoring force of a restoring member, so that no frictional force is generated between the tilting guide and the housing, thus preventing a noise from being generated and allowing for a smooth operation, thereby ensuring the ease of use. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090762 | CINCHING STRIKER WITH ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM - An adjustable cinching striker assembly for installation on a vehicle. The adjustable striker assembly includes a mounting frame for selectively mounting the adjustable striker assembly to the vehicle, and a striker moveably coupled to the mounting frame. A motor is coupled to the striker for moving the striker with respect to the mounting frame from an uncinched position to a cinched position, movement of the striker defining a cinching direction. The cinched position is adjustable with respect to the mounting frame. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090763 | MULTI-JOINT TURNING AXLE STRUCTURE - A multi-joint turning axle structure includes a driving joint assembly, a torsion joint assembly each including two opposing joint plates and at least one link unit connected therebetween. A driven joint assembly is disposed between the two opposing joint plates of one of the driving joint assembly and the torsion joint assembly, and includes two driven plates. The two driven plates have synchronous actuating portions at opposing ends thereof to form a synchronous motion. The inner ends of the joint plates of the driving joint assembly and the torsion joint assembly are respectively aligned with the outer ends of the driven plates. The outer ends of the link unit are aligned with the inner ends of the driven plates. Under a torsion function, the opposing joint plates of the driving joint assembly and the torsion joint assembly can be turned smoothly through multiple turning centers. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090764 | HINGE - A hinge includes a connecting member, a first shaft member, a pivoting member, at least one shock absorber and a restoring unit. The first shaft member extends rotatably through the connecting member. The pivoting member is connected co-rotatably to the first shaft member, and is connected to the object. The pivoting member has at least one limiting surface facing the object. The shock absorber is disposed between the limiting surface of the pivoting member and the object for preventing collision between the pivoting member and the object. The restoring unit is disposed in the connecting member for driving rotation of the first shaft member toward a neutral position. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090765 | ANTI-LIGATURE MECHANISM - An apparatus for facilitating movement of a closure ( | 2016-03-31 |
20160090766 | 360 DEGREE HINGE ASSEMBLY FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICES - In one example a hinge assembly for an electronic device comprises a linkage comprising a first bushing disposed at a first end of the linkage and a second bushing disposed at a second end of the bushing, a first shaft rotatable within the first bushing about a first axis, a second shaft rotatable within the second bushing about a second axis, and at least one compression element disposed on the first shaft, wherein the first shaft and the first bushing are threaded such that rotation of the first shaft within the first bushing induces lateral translation of the first shaft along the first axis. Other examples may be described. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090767 | Hinge Mechanism with Multiple Preset Positions - A hinge mechanism with multiple preset positions is described. According to various embodiments, the hinge mechanism enables a support component to be adjustably attached to an apparatus, such as a computing device. In at least some embodiments, the hinge mechanism utilizes preset hinge positions that enable the support component to be placed at different preset positions. For instance, the hinge mechanism is configured such that an attached support component tends to “snap” into various preset positions. In at least some embodiments, the hinge mechanism includes an emergency escape position that enables the support component to be rotated beyond normal operating positions without damaging the support component. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090768 | Hinge Providing an Opening or Closing Force - A hinge with first and second leaves. Bearing sleeves are attached along an edge of the first leaf and a bearing sleeve is attached along an edge of the second leaf. A hinge pintle is sized to extend into each of the apertures for mating engagement with the bearing sleeves and connect the hinge leaves for rotation. With an elastomeric member fastened between the first hinge leaf and a cover plate, and between the second hinge leaf and another cover plate, as one leaf is rotated, the member stretches and provides a force to urge the leaf to rotate. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090769 | HOOD POP AND HANG SPIRAL SPRING COUNTERBALANCE MECHANISM - A counterbalance mechanism includes a first attachment strap that is fixedly attached to a body structure. An intermediate link is rotatably attached to the first attachment strap and rotatable about a winding axis relative to the first attachment strap. A first end of a second attachment strap is rotatably attached to a moveable panel. A second end of the second attachment strap is rotatably attached to the intermediate link, with the second attachment strap and the intermediate link rotatable relative to each other about a link axis. A spiral spring interconnects the first attachment strap and the intermediate link. The spiral spring biases the intermediate link about the winding axis to rotate the intermediate link and the second attachment strap relative to each other about the link axis, in a scissor-like motion, to rotate the panel relative to the body structure. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090770 | A DAMPING OR RETURN DEVICE FOR SLIDING DOOR LEAVES - A damping or return device for sliding door leaves, particularly for furniture, is provided. The device includes a rectilinear hollow body made of plastic material, which is slideably associated with a profile that is integral with the top of the piece of furniture and can be coupled automatically and with a snap action to an entrainer. The entainer is fixed to one of the door leaves by way of an adapted carriage. The rectilinear hollow body accommodates a bidirectional shock absorber and interacts selectively with a first or a second magnetized stroke limiting pivot which are associated with a first guide or with a second guide. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090771 | Cylinder Type Door Operator - A cylinder type door operator is provided. The door operator is disposed in a hollow winding shaft pivotally provided in a winding shaft box for moving a movable barrier. The door operator comprises: a tubular housing, an electric motor, an output shaft, an electromagnetic brake, and a centrifugal brake. The electric motor is accommodated in the tubular housing. The tubular housing has one end inserted into the winding shaft and the other end secured to the winding shaft box. The output shaft has one end coupled to the drive shaft and the other end protruded out of the tubular housing and secured to the winding shaft. The electromagnetic brake is provided for braking the drive shaft. The centrifugal brake is provided for limiting the rotational speed of the drive shaft. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090772 | Door Operator System Capable of Detecting a Current- Time Position of a Movable Barrier - A door operator system capable of detecting a current-time position of a movable barrier comprises a current-time position detecting device comprising a first gear, a first angular position sensing unit, a revolution counting unit and an arithmetic unit. The first gear is coupled to an output shaft of a motor or a winding shaft. The first angular position sensing unit is provided for detecting a first angular position of the first gear. The revolution counting unit counts the number of revolutions of the first gear. The arithmetic unit calculates a number of total circumferential intervals of the output shaft of the motor or the winding shaft based on D=(La*X)+A/(360/X), where D is the number of the total circumferential intervals, La is the number of revolutions of the first gear, A is the first angular position, X is a number of circumferential intervals per revolution of the first gear. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090773 | WINDOW SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE - A window system for a vehicle includes a control module in communication with the powered window. The control module can cause the powered window to be positioned in response to a vehicle condition. The vehicle condition can include a vehicle speed and/or temperature. Such positioning can reduce cabin wind noise at certain vehicle speeds. The system can also help reduce internal vehicle temperatures without dependence on air conditioning systems. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090774 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR A PORTABLE SELF STORAGE SYSTEM - There is disclosed a portable self-storage system comprising a portable container, a portable fence comprising a keypad, wherein the portable fence surrounds the portable container, a portable light, wherein the portable light is a solar powered light that is portable, and a storage medium storing a program having instructions which when executed by a processor will cause the processor to control and operate the portable container, the portable fence, and the portable light. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090775 | WINDOW SYSTEM WITH INTERCHANGEABLE EXTERIOR ACCESSORY COVERS - Window assemblies and methods for making window assemblies are disclosed herein. In one aspect, the window assembly can include a base frame assembly, an accessory support frame assembly, and an exterior accessory frame assembly. The base frame assembly is connected to and supported by the accessory support frame. The accessory support frame can be attached to a building structure via a first plurality of fasteners. The exterior accessory frame assembly, which provides much of the exterior aesthetic appearance of the window assembly, can be connected to the accessory support frame via a second plurality of fasteners which are concealed from view by the exterior accessory frame. In one example, the accessory members conceal the first plurality of fasteners once the exterior accessory assembly is connected to the base frame assembly. Many different styles of exterior accessory frames can be supported by the accessory support frame. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090776 | A DOUBLE-GLAZED WINDOW OR DOOR ASSEMBLY - A double-glazed window or door assembly ( | 2016-03-31 |
20160090777 | ROLLER DOOR - A roller door ( | 2016-03-31 |
20160090778 | ENDLESS LOOP CORD SAFETY DEVICE - The safety device is used with an endless loop cord that is operatively connected to the operating system of a window covering. When installed the end loop of the cord is reeved around a pulley, and the cord is wound onto a cord winder. The safety device is disposed at or close to the head rail of the window covering and a minimum length of cord is exposed between the head rail and the safety device. The safety device is extended away from the head rail such that the cord unwinds from the cord winder until the cord is completely unwound from the cord winder. The end loop of the cord remains reeved around the pulley. The safety device is mounted to a support surface. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090779 | Window Shade System and Housing-Guide Assembly - A window shade system and housing-guide assembly for shading a window systemically includes a shade assembly, a bracket element and a guide-cover element. The shade element is furlable and unfurlable about an axis for rotation for selectively shading an outfitted window site. The bracket element includes a bracket-to-support interface portion and a guide-cover attachment portion. The guide-cover element includes a bracket-attachment portion, a shade-cover portion, and a shade-guide portion. The guide-cover element is attachable to the bracket element via mated engagement of the guide-cover attachment portion and the bracket-attachment portion. The shade-cover portion is formed so as to subtend an arc length radially anterior relative to the interface portion. The furled shade element is receivable in a space defined by the shade-cover portion and unfurlable via a shade-letting gap defined intermediate the shade-guide portion and the interface portion. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090780 | Method and Apparatus for Installing and Removing Flexible Window Screens and Door Screens - The present invention is a method and apparatus for installing and removing a flexible framed window screen and door screen. The flexible frame window and door screen may be forced into a specialized deformed or contorted shape that may then be inserted into the receiving grooves of a window frame. The frame is adapted to be easily deformed and to spring back to its defined shape due to a spring-like characteristic. The screen mesh may be fixed to the frame by means of melting the mesh to the frame to form a unitary window or door screen. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090781 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR EXTENDING DOOR BRAKE LIFESPAN - The present disclosure includes a retrofitted door brake. The retrofitted door brake may, in various embodiments, comprise a hub comprising a cylindrical central axle, a plurality of projections extending radially away from an outer circumference of the central axle, and/or a cam comprising a plurality of pins that hold the projections away from a channel wall of a brake housing. The pins may be configured to break away from the cam to release the projections into contact with the channel wall, and the pins may be fitted with a cover, such that the pins are capable of withstanding abrasion and wear. The cover may comprise a cylinder having an axially running aperture, and/or a beveled edge that shaves a layer of the outer surface from one of the plurality of pins as it is fitted over the pin. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090782 | Floating Ladder - The instant application discloses, among other things, a Floating Ladder. In one embodiment, it may comprise a ladder capable of attaching to any object, such as a fixed or floating dock, for instance. Floating Ladder may include a floatation device at its base, which may allow the ladder to ascend above the surface of the water when the ladder is not in use. This may prevent the Floating Ladder from sustaining damage from any natural or artificial substance, object, or organism, which may render the ladder unsafe or unusable, for instance. In another embodiment, Floating Ladder may include multiple sections to allow a user to telescope the ladder further into the water when necessary. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090783 | LOCKING JOINT FOR COLLAPSIBLE LADDERS AND OTHER STRUCTURES - A rigid structure such as a ladder is disclosed having rotating hinges that allow the ladder to fold up and/or be disassembled and assembled. The hinge or hinges can be provided between ladder sections with one ladder section having a male hinge element, and another having a female hinge element. A cam element provided with the female hinge element can be moved between an unlocked position in which the ladder sections can rotate with respect to each other, and a locked position in which the structure is rigid. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090784 | ADJUSTABLE MULTIPURPOSE LADDER ACCESSORIES - Systems and articles of manufacture for use as adjustable multipurpose ladder accessories are described. A particularly advantageous component of the system is a frame rail bracket that is configured to wrap around three sides and at least a portion of a fourth side of a side rail of a ladder and securely fit to it through a tightening mechanism. The frame rail bracket can be secured at any position on the ladder by sliding along the side rail without interacting with the ladder rungs. Additional components include a top support member and bottom support member which are operably connected to the frame rail bracket. The top support member and bottom support member have 360° of rotation on an axis perpendicular to the frame rail bracket, providing additional positioning options. The top support member and bottom support member cooperate to hold elongated items and make them available to a contractor, providing safe material handling. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090785 | ADJUSTABLE LADDERS AND RELATED COMPONENTS - Adjustable ladders may include a pair of side rails having a plurality of rungs extending therebetween, and a pair of adjustable legs associated with the side rails. A pair of swing arms may include a first end pivotally coupled with a side rail, or a bracket associated with the side rail, as well as a second end pivotally coupled with an adjustable leg. The swing arm may be configured as a nonlinear structure. In one embodiment, the swing arm may include a first section that extends from a second section at a defined angle. The first and second sections may exhibit different lengths. Adjustment mechanisms may be pivotally coupled with an upper end of the adjustable legs. In one embodiment, the adjustment mechanisms may be configured such that, when actuated, they may be displaced in one direction while resisting displacement in a second, opposite direction. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090786 | A TOP DRIVE WELL DRILLING INSTALLATION - A top drive well drilling installation comprising a drilling tower, vertical rails supported by the drilling tower, a trolley guided along said one or more vertical rails, and a hoisting device for moving the trolley up and down. The installation further comprises a tubular stem which is to be connected to the upper end of a drill string for rotation therewith about an axis of the drill string, and a top drive unit including a motor adapted to rotate the tubular stem and thereby the connected drill string to drill a well, wherein the top drive unit is supported by the trolley. Furthermore an elevator is provided which is adapted to—in an operative position—suspend the drill string, e.g. during tripping, and an elevator support assembly is provided which is adapted to absorb the load of the suspended drill string and adapted to move the elevator between an operative position on the drill string axis and a retracted position. According to the present invention, the elevator support assembly is embodied as a direct drill string load bearing connection between the elevator and the trolley, independent | 2016-03-31 |
20160090787 | LINEAR DRIVE SYSTEM FOR DOWNHOLE APPLICATIONS - An apparatus for use in a borehole may include a rotor having at least one set of magnetic elements and a cylindrical stator having a winding flowing current in a direction transverse to a long axis of the stator. The polarity of each magnetic element of the rotor may be arranged to alternate along a long axis of the rotor. The stator may be in sliding engagement with the rotor and have a core formed at least partially of laminations aligned along a plane co-planar with the long axis of the stator. Energizing the winding principally causes relative sliding between the rotor and the stator. A method for performing an operation in a borehole includes forming a well tool having at least one linear motor as described above, conveying the linear motor into the borehole, and operating a well tool by activating the linear motor. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090788 | Mobile Drilling Rig - A mobile drilling rig is mountable on a separate drive chassis having running gear. A separate main frame may be having elongated members, each having outer end extensions and vertically adjustable support posts thereon. A slide chassis is slidable on one end of the main frame mounting a power plant, and a mast pivot support pivotally mounted on the other end of the main frame. An elongated mast has a drill head movable thereon, with the mast pivot support slidably mounting the mast thereon so that the mast may be pivoted between vertical and horizontal orientations thereon while being movable in lengthwise directions. The slide chassis, the mast and drill head are moved to positions improving the stability of the rig when traversing grades in an up or down hill direction. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090789 | DYNAMIC GEO-STATIONARY ACTUATION FOR A FULLY-ROTATING ROTARY STEERABLE SYSTEM - The present disclosure describes a dynamic geo-stationary actuation technique that may be incorporated into a rotary steerable system | 2016-03-31 |
20160090790 | HIGH POWER LASER ENERGY DISTRIBUTION PATTERNS, APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR CREATING WELLS - There is provided a system, apparatus and methods for providing a laser beam to borehole surface in a predetermined and energy deposition profile. The predetermined energy deposition profiles may be uniform or tailored to specific downhole applications. Optic assemblies for obtaining these predetermined energy deposition profiles are further provided. | 2016-03-31 |
20160090791 | PERCUSSIVE ROCK DRILL BIT - A percussive rock drill bit includes a head provided at one end of a rearwardly projecting skirt. The head has an outer collar that defines, in part, a rearwardly projecting recess formed in the forwardmost region of the head. Peripheral gauge buttons are provided at the collar to surround side and front facing buttons formed at the head recess. The drill bit is effective to provide stabilised cutting to minimise lateral deflection. | 2016-03-31 |