19th week of 2016 patent applcation highlights part 1 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20160128260 | STANDING SHOVEL - A tool adapted to collect, lift, and move material has a lifting structure attached to a collection element and at least one handle attached to the lifting structure. The lifting structure may have two or three segments. Each segment may have rails spaced apart and substantially parallel to each other with at least one cross member disposed there-between. The segments are oriented relative to one another to reduce the amount of bending required to lift material in the collection element. Adjacent segments in the lifting structure may be pivotally attached to each other. This tool can be free standing when used as a dustpan. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128261 | WINDROWER WITH QUICK HEADER ATTACHMENT - An agricultural work vehicle is operable to be advanced along the ground to sever a swath of standing forage plants and to lay the severed forage material into a windrow. The agricultural work vehicle includes a powered chassis, a harvesting header, and a quick-attachment header adapter. The header adapter is shiftably supported by the powered chassis and is configured to selectively support the harvesting header. The header adapter includes an adapter frame, having end supports and a center support, and a selectively actuatable latch assembly supported on the adapter frame. The latch assembly is associated with at least one of the supports to releasably secure the harvesting header to the adapter frame when the latch assembly is engaged and permit disconnection from the adapter frame when the latch assembly is disengaged. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128262 | Combination of an Agricultural Towing Vehicle and a Seeder - A combination is made up of a tractor and a seeder suitable for direct drilling mounted on a three-point hitch of the tractor. The seeder has a crossbeam that is connected to the three-point hitch and on which a plurality of sowing units are arranged laterally in succession. The sowing units, each equipped with at least one furrow opener, are respectively prestressed downward in relation to the crossbeam by prestressing means, and the three-point hitch can be self-locked in relation to a chassis of the tractor. During the sowing operation, the pressing forces for the furrow openers are therefore introduced via the sowing units, the prestressing means, the crossbeam and the three-point hitch into the chassis of the tractor. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128263 | Agricultural System - A gauge wheel load sensor is provided for an agricultural planter having a row unit that includes a pivotably mounted gauge wheel and a down pressure controller for controlling the down pressure on at least a portion of the row unit. The load sensor includes a mechanical element mounted for movement in response to the downward force applied to the row unit; a fluid-containing device containing a movable element coupled to the mechanical element for changing the fluid pressure in response to the movement of the mechanical element; and a transducer coupled to the fluid-containing device for producing an output signal in response to changes in the fluid pressure. An energy storage device, such as an accumulator, may be coupled to the fluid-containing device for receiving a limited amount of fluid in response to changes in the fluid pressure to damp pressure spikes in the output signal of the transducer. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128264 | Agricultural Machine - An agricultural machine comprises a first frame part and a second frame part pivotably arranged about a vertical shaft relative to the first frame part. At least one first supply line which extends along the first frame part and at least one second supply line which extends along the second frame part, wherein a connecting device is arranged, by means of which the at least first supply line and the at least second supply line are connected together. To prevent distortion of the supply lines when pivoting the frame parts relative to one another, the connecting device comprises a retainer on which at least one rigid pipe connection is arranged for connecting the first and second supply lines wherein the pipe connection comprises two connecting ends aligned axially relative to one another, between which a bearing disc is clamped, wherein the bearing disc is rotatably mounted on the retainer. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128265 | Agricultural System - A hydraulic control system for controlling the down force on an agricultural implement comprises a hydraulic cylinder containing a movable ram, a source of pressurized fluid coupled to the hydraulic cylinder on a first side of the ram by a first controllable valve, a fluid sump coupled to the hydraulic cylinder on the first side of the ram by a second controllable valve, and an electrical controller coupled to the valves for opening and closing the valves. The valves may be self-latching valves that remain in an open or closed position until moved to the other position in response to a signal from the controller. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128266 | Agricultural tyre - A non-inflatable tire for an agricultural implement, including a sole, a tread, and a pair of sidewalls connecting the sole to the tread is provided. A first sidewall extends from the sole to the tread, while the second includes an internal portion which extends from the sole to the tread and an external portion projecting from the tread. The first sidewall and the tread are designed so as to jointly hold the external portion of the second sidewall in line with the internal portion. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128267 | ROW UNIT FOR A SEEDING MACHINE WITH DUAL SEED METERS - A row unit for a seeding machine includes a frame and first and second seed meters. The first seed meter has a first metering member for singulating seeds, and the second seed meter has a second metering member for singulating seeds. A conveyor having a conduit defining a path for receiving seeds from the first and second seed meters is configured to discharge the seeds from the seeding machine. A wall is movably mounted with respect to the frame between a first position and a second position. In the first position the wall intersects the path of the conduit for guiding a seed into the conduit, and in the second position the wall is spaced from the path of the conduit. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128268 | ROW UNIT FOR A SEEDING MACHINE WITH DUAL SEED METERS - A row unit for a seeding machine includes a first seed meter having a first metering member for singulating seeds and a second seed meter having a second metering member for singulating seeds. A motor is operably coupled to the first and second seed meters to selectively drive the first seed meter or the second seed meter. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128269 | ROW UNIT FOR A SEEDING MACHINE WITH DUAL SEED METERS - A row unit for a seeding machine has a seed meter assembly having first and second reservoirs for holding a first pool of seeds and a second pool of seeds, respectively. The seed meter assembly is operable to selectively transport seeds from the first pool and seeds from the second pool. The row unit also has a conveyor with a conduit for receiving seeds and configured to discharge the seeds from the seeding machine, and a seed loader disposed between the seed meter assembly and the conveyor for directing the seeds from the seed meter assembly to the conveyor. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128270 | SYSTEM FOR MONITORING AND CONTROLLING PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION IN AN AGRICULTURAL SYSTEM - The present disclosure describes an agricultural system having a flow path configured to distribute agricultural product from a product storage tank to a row unit across a field via an air flow. The flow path includes an inlet configured to receive the agricultural product, an outlet configured to output the agricultural product, a body extending between the inlet and the outlet, and a first pressure tap and a second pressure tap each extending into the body. The agricultural system also includes a first pressure sensor fluidly coupled to the first pressure tap and configured to output a first signal indicative of a first static pressure of the air flow proximate to the first pressure tap, and a second pressure sensor fluidly coupled to the second pressure tap and configured to output a second signal indicative of a second static pressure of the air flow proximate to the second pressure tap. Further, the agricultural system includes a controller communicatively coupled to the first pressure sensor and the second pressure sensor and configured to receive the first signal and the second signal, and a supplemental air supply fluidly coupled to the flow path proximate to the inlet and configured to selectively provide a supplemental air flow to the flow path. The controller is configured to instruct the supplemental air supply to selectively provide the supplemental air flow to the flow path based on the first signal, the second signal, or a combination thereof. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128271 | SEED METER ASSEMBLY FOR A SEEDING MACHINE - A seed meter assembly for a seeding machine. The seed meter assembly has a metering member mounted for rotation about a meter axis and driven to rotate in a direction of travel, the metering member having an inner surface configured to receive seeds and an outer surface and apertures passing through the metering member between the inner surface and the outer surface at a radial distance from the meter axis. The seed meter assembly also has a loader including at least one loader surface movable into and out of a position in which the loader surface is disposed at the radial distance adjacent one of the apertures. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128272 | Seed Meter - A seed meter for an agricultural planter in which the seed disc is rotatably mounted within a seed meter housing. As the seed disc rotates, the apertures in the disc rotate along a seed aperture path through a horizontally adjacent seed pool area. The seed disc includes cavities disposed along the seed aperture path to agitate the seeds in the seed pool area. A singulator having multiple co-planar singulator surfaces is biased against the seed side surface of the seed disc. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128273 | ROW UNIT FOR A SEEDING MACHINE WITH DUAL SEED METERS - A row unit for a seeding machine includes a frame and a seed meter coupled to the frame. The seed meter has a metering member for singulating seeds. The metering member has a groove recessed from a surface of the metering member. The row unit also includes a ramp surface for guiding the singulated seeds from the metering member, the ramp surface being at least partially disposed in the groove. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128274 | WAY OF MECHANIZED SEEDING (VERSIONS) - There are suggested versions of seeding, including risk farming areas on black earth, gray, brown forest and chestnut soils, in which mechanized direct sowing of agricultural crops to the soil is carried out in the period, when absolute humidity of soil is more than | 2016-05-12 |
20160128275 | ROBOTIC MOWER CONTACT DETECTION SYSTEM - A robotic mower contact detection system includes a flexible and deformable bumper, a force sensing element embedded in the bumper and providing electrical signals, and a vehicle control unit receiving the electrical signals from the force sensing element and reversing rotation of a pair of traction drive motors if the electrical signals meet specified criteria. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128276 | LINE-WINDING SPOOL FOR GRASS-CUTTING HEADS - Line-winding spool for grass-cutting heads, comprising a central body provided with a central axis of rotation coinciding with the axis of rotation of the grass-cutting head when inserted into it, said central body having a circumferential side area on which there is defined the annular area where the cutting line is wound, said spool having at least one channel crossing said central body transversally, provided with two openings on opposite portions of said side area for the insertion of the cutting line, said at least one channel having two opposite first segments starting from said openings towards the inside of the central body, and a curved connection segment between said first segments having a concave shape with the concavity upwards, said central body defining, in said concavity, a cavity, whose bottom is at a lower axial height than the axial height of said openings, characterized in that said curved connection segment has a lower surface that is substantially continuous along all its extension so as to be substantially closed downwards, with respect to the outer environment, to allow a single passage of the line from a said opening towards the opposite opening without the line exiting from said central body. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128277 | COTTON PICKER SCRAPPING ARRANGEMENT - A scrapping plate arrangement within a cotton picking machine includes a pivotable pressure plate and one or more pivotable scrapping plates. Each scrapping plate may be an assembly that includes a door and a plate member having one or more ribs extending toward a picking drum and configured to pass through respective openings in the pressure plate, permitting each scrapping plate to be positioned selectively into a use orientation. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128278 | RETRACTABLE ROW CROP TIRE GUARD - A tire guard for a wheel of an agricultural vehicle includes a fender having a first width substantially covering a width of the wheel and a crop shield having a forward area and a back area. A first bracket connects the fender to the wheel and a second bracket connects the crop shield to the wheel. The crop shield is movable over the fender between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the forward area of the crop shield is disposed proximate an upper portion of the wheel and the back area of the crop shield is disposed proximate a rear portion of the wheel. In the second position, the forward area of the crop shield is disposed proximate a front portion of the wheel and the back area of the crop shield is disposed proximate an upper portion of the wheel. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128279 | SELF-ALIGNING APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR GATHERING BALES - Apparatus for gathering bales that aligns itself during bale pick-up. Methods for transferring bales that use such an apparatus are also provided. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128280 | LIGHT WEIGHT NEEDLE CONSTRUCTION FOR DELIVERING TWINE IN A LARGE SQUARE BALER - A twine delivery needle is constructed so as to include metal tip and mounting base sections or regions joined together by a relatively light weight central section having a composite structural sandwich construction comprising a low-density rigid foam core encased within a thin, high strength, skin or covering comprised of plies of woven and substantially continuous fibers disposed within a hardened matrix resin material. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128281 | Systems And Methods For Using Light Energy To Facilitate Penetration Of Substances In Plants - Systems and methods are disclosed for delivering a substance into a plant. The systems and methods include a light energy that is applied to a first area on the plant to create a first indentation. The first indentation can be a minor incision or a rupture of a portion of the first area. Once the first indentation is created, a first dosage of the substance is applied to the first area in an amount effective to promote a biological response of the plant. It is contemplated that at least a portion of the substance is absorbed by the plant via the first indentation. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128282 | WATER CATCHING AND DRAINING SAUCER AND COMPLEMENTARY CATCH BASIN - A water catching and releasing saucer is described. The saucer may comprise a first bottom portion, a side portion in communication with the first bottom portion and having a passageway extending through it, and a side conduit in communication with the passageway that projects outward from the side portion. Additional features may include a drain trough within the first bottom portion extending to the passageway of the side portion, wherein the drain trough forms a second bottom portion that slopes downward at an acute angle to the side portion such that the height of the drain trough is disposed below the first bottom portion. An additional feature may include that the passageway of the side portion and side conduit are partially or completely disposed below the first bottom portion. Additionally, a complementary catch basin for capturing water from the saucer is described. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128283 | Expandable Tree Protection Device - An expandable tree protection device covers an area surrounding a tree trunk and provides for expansion to accommodate growth of the tree trunk over time. The device includes a tray comprising a top wall and a perimeter wall coupled to and extending around a peripheral edge of the top wall. The tray has an aperture extending through the top wall for receiving a tree trunk therethrough. Each of a plurality of panels is slidably coupled to the top wall extend into the aperture covering an associated portion of the aperture. A respective interior edge of each panel is slidable outwardly away from a center of the aperture for expansion exposing a larger area of the aperture as the tree trunk grows. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128284 | HEAT DISTRIBUTION APPARATUS AND METHOD - In one aspect the invention provides a heating apparatus adapted to modify local climatic conditions which includes a base arranged to support the heating apparatus on a support surface. An inlet stage is associated with the base and a mixer stage connected on top of the inlet stage. At least one outlet nozzle is connected to the mixer stage, with the outlet nozzle or nozzles being adapted to rotate relative to the base. At least one heating element is located inside the mixer stage, and an impeller is arranged to drive air through the inlet stage into the mixer stage and out at least one outlet nozzle, where the mixer stage defines an air flow path which elevates air drawn through the mixer stage. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128285 | INJECTOR STYLE IRRIGATION SYSTEM - An irrigation system comprises one or more waterlines coupled to one or more watering mechanisms for watering one or more areas. The watering mechanisms are fixed in place at the desired area by an adapter which removably couples the one or more watering systems in place. Water is supplied to each of the one or more watering mechanisms by traveling from the one or more waterlines and through one or more pressure compensators. The one or more pressure compensators regulate the water flow through the one or more watering mechanisms enabling the irrigation system to uniformly distribute water at a set and constant pressure value. The water is distributed by one or more valves which are used to control one or more zones of the irrigation system. In some embodiments, a controller controls the system based upon a signal received from one or more sensors of the system. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128286 | IRRIGATION FILTER SYSTEM - An irrigation filter system and method is provided. The system may have a body and a filtration subsystem and may separate fluid from detritus carried by the fluid. The fluid may be released onto a crop, while the detritus is collected by the filtration subsystem. A drain fixture may be operated to release the detritus from the irrigation filter system in response to at least one of the pressure of the fluid flowing in the system and gravity. In this manner, the detritus may be released without requiring the system to be shut down and/or disassembled. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128287 | COMPOSITE MAT FOR WATER DISTRIBUTION AND SELF-WATERING OF POTTED PLANTS - A composite mat for water distribution to one or more potted plants comprises a bottom layer, a top layer and a core layer positioned between the bottom layer and the top layer. After water is distributed to the mat, the water is distributed evenly across the entirety of the core layer. When one or more potted plants are placed on the mat, water is passed from the core layer to the one or more potted plants and the plants are watered. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128288 | SELF-WATERING, SELF-LIGHTING HYDROPONIC SYSTEM - A self-watering and self-lighting hydroponic system is disclosed for optimal plant growth. The apparatus comprises of a reservoir that contains nutrient-rich aqueous solution, a structure that incorporates plant pods, a light system to optimally grow plants at desired wavelengths, and a power source. The growing medium and container may be self-standing or attached to another container in a modular fashion. A tube for transporting nutrient rich solution is connected to a reservoir in the base of the apparatus. The specified flow rate of the solution may be dictated by manual or app driven technology. The tube is connected to an elevated emitter and positioned so the solution disperses evenly throughout the system. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128289 | HYDROPONIC SYSTEM WITH ACTUATED ABOVE-PLANT PLATFORM - A hydroponic growth system may be integrated into a programmable system providing for the growth of plants. An upper section of a system may include a lighting system able to vary lighting characteristics such as the intensity or spectral content of light provided to the plants and atmospheric systems to control the temperature, flow, or humidity of air around the plants that are mounted on an actuated platform. A control system may execute a program to control the available systems including the actuated above-plant platform to programmably control the height or heights of the systems above plants. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128290 | Onion Variety NUN 17210 ONL - The invention relates to the field of | 2016-05-12 |
20160128291 | CUCUMBER HYBRID SV7135CN AND PARENTS THEREOF - The invention provides seed and plants of cucumber hybrid SV7135CN and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of cucumber hybrid SV7135CN and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a cucumber plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another cucumber plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128292 | SQUASH HYBRID SV9054YG AND PARENTS THEREOF - The invention provides seed and plants of squash hybrid SV9054YG and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of squash hybrid SV9054YG and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a squash plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another squash plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128293 | TOMATO PLANTS WITH IMPROVED DISEASE RESISTANCE - The present disclosure provides tomato plants exhibiting resistance to tomato yellow leaf curl virus (TYLCV) and lacking unfavorable linked traits such as necrosis. Such plants may comprise novel introgressed genomic regions associated with disease resistance from | 2016-05-12 |
20160128294 | INFUSED PLANT SEEDS - Treated plant seeds are provided, which have one or more modifying ingredients associated therewith. Such modifying ingredients can include compositions comprising water, flavorants, pH adjusters, buffering agents, humectants, antioxidants, oral care ingredients, preservatives, additives derived from herbal or botanical sources, and mixtures thereof that can be provided or diluted form. The treated plant seeds can be incorporated within tobacco products, including smoking articles, to alter the properties thereof (e.g., by releasing the one or more modifying ingredients into the mainstream smoke of a smoking article). | 2016-05-12 |
20160128295 | Hybrid Cultivars of Poa bulbosa - New hybrid cultivars of | 2016-05-12 |
20160128296 | LETTUCE VARIETY 41-138 RZ - The present invention relates to a | 2016-05-12 |
20160128297 | LETTUCE VARIETY 81-71 RZ - The present invention relates to a | 2016-05-12 |
20160128298 | A GRIPPING DEVICE FOR A ROBOTIC MANIPULATION DEVICE ADAPTED TO GRIP AND ATTACH TEAT CUPS TO AN ANIMAL - A gripping device for a robotic manipulation device that grips and attaches teat cups to an animal. The gripping device for each teat cup to be gripped and attached includes a holding member configured to releasably hold a teat cup, and a power member configured to move the holding member from a base position (p | 2016-05-12 |
20160128299 | SHORT MILK TUBE WITH PROTECTIVE VENT FOR A DAIRY ANIMAL MILKER UNIT - A short milk tube for extending between a milker teat cup and liner assembly and a milker unit and the short milk tube includes a vent seat having an outwardly extending protective vent plug lip, and a stiffener at least partially surrounding the vent seat to control bending of the short milk tube. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128300 | ANIMAL EXCREMENT-PROCESSING MATERIAL PACKAGE AND ANIMAL EXCREMENT-PROCESSING MATERIAL CONTAINER - An animal excrement-processing material package having animal excrement-processing material and a container, wherein the container: extends in a first direction and a second direction that is defined by a direction that intersects with the first direction; and has a separating partition, which is formed in the housing region and has a component that extends in the second direction. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128301 | MODULAR CONTAINMENT SYSTEM - A wildlife containment system includes a first modular unit positionable on a surface and configured to contain a first wildlife habitat, the first modular unit including a first set of outer supports located at corner regions of the first modular unit, a second modular unit configured to contain a second wildlife habitat, the second modular unit including a second set of outer supports located at corner regions of the second modular unit, and a support structure received within apertures in the first and second sets of outer supports, the support structure maintaining the first and second modular units in a fixed relationship such that the second modular unit is supported at least in part by the first modular unit and suspended above the surface. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128302 | Dog Shower - The present invention is an animal care system having a wall with head access and a plurality of showerheads formed therewith whereby the showerheads are supplied with water from a conventional garden hose. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128303 | PET CHEW TOYS OF RUBBER AND POLYAMIDE, AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF - A pet chew toy comprising a blend containing a polyamide terpolymer and a diene elastomer, wherein the diene elastomer is crosslinked and the polyamide terpolymer has a Tm in the range of 120° C. to 250° C. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128304 | DOG FECES COLLECTING DEVICE - A dog feces collecting device, comprising: four crescent arms, arranged in a line of two pairs in such a way that in the middle of the line is generated a cylindrical space in which a cylindrical feces collecting container can be placed; a longitudinal axle, for pivotally connecting each of the pair of arms from a top side thereof, thereby allowing rotationally drawing away the arms of each of the pairs from each other, and vice versa linearly drawing away each of the pair of arms from each other, and vice versa mechanism for carrying out the rotational movement; a mechanism for carrying out the linear movement; a mechanism in the arms for grasping the container; wherein the cylindrical container has a longitudinal cut or separatable lane. The container may be based on a cardboard kernel tube of a toilet roller. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128305 | Device and Method for Rolling up a Cable - A device for rolling up and unwinding a leash, comprising a housing, a leash, a coil within the housing and embodied for rolling up the leash around the coil, an opening for guiding the leash in and out of the housing, a spring acting upon the coil for rolling up the leash by means of spring force and for unwinding the leash against the spring force. The device further comprises a retaining means coupled to the leash within the housing that is adjustable between a leash coupling state and a disconnected state, wherein the device comprises a catch means near the opening for catching the retaining means when unwinding the leash. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128306 | Universally Attachable Leash Bag for the Sanitary Collection and Transport of Pet Waste and Personal Items - One embodiment of a universally attachable leash bag having an interior chamber for temporary storage of retrieved pet waste secured in waste bags and exterior pockets for supplies or personal belongings. Bag is formed of a single piece of material fitted with a zipper along the lower edges and partially up the side edges. When engaged, zipper creates a bag form with interior chamber. Zipper is utilized when emptying the chamber to prevent pet owner from direct handling of waste. The vertically extended sides of the bag, fitted with corresponding members of hook-and-loop tape, feed through the pet leash handle forming a secure method of attachment. The front edge of leash bag is fitted with a reinforcing device to create an opening for the extended end of the leash to pass through creating a secondary means of attachment and a utility hook for carrying items or tertiary means of attachment. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128307 | Multiple compartment bird feeder - A multiple compartment bird feeder comprising a seed tube having a side wall with a plurality of side wall openings therein, a plurality of seed ports with one of the seed ports being located at each of the side wall openings, and a plurality of seed support members spaced from each other within the seed tube, at least one of the seed support members being retained in position by at least one of the seed ports. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128308 | Hummingbird Feeder and Feed Pod - A hummingbird feeder that is easier to maintain and reduces food spoilage includes a feed pod support adapted to hold a hummingbird feed pod that proportionally resembles the thickening part of the stem of an actual-size flower, a flower top or cover for the pod, an elongated stem that is attached to the feed pod support, a ‘feeding’ perch adapted to provide a hummingbird with a place to rest while extending its beak through a feeding hole in the flower top, a ‘high’ perch to provide a hummingbird with a place to perch while not feeding, and wherein the feed pod can be either of the type that allows for a single-use or, with refilling, multiple uses. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128309 | Aquarium with a Fresh Water Replenishing System - The present utility model discloses an aquarium with a fresh water replenishing system comprising an upper tank, a connecting cavity, a lower cabinet and a fresh water replenishing system, with the said upper tank fixed on the lower cabinet, and the said connecting cavity fixed at an inner corner of the upper tank. It effectively utilizes space to store a fresh water replenishing box with a small space occupied. It is provided with a salt water and fresh water circulating system, making it easy to keep salt water and fresh water fish. It is provided with a water baffle to reduce water velocity, reducing noise. All components of its upper tank are provided on the same wall and cover this wall, contributing to good visual effects, safety and aesthetics. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128310 | BLUE TRANSGENIC FLUORESCENT ORNAMENTAL FISH - The present invention relates to transgenic blue ornamental fish, as well as methods of making such fish by in vitro fertilization techniques. Also disclosed are methods of establishing a population of such transgenic fish and methods of providing them to the ornamental fish industry for the purpose of marketing. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128311 | SCREEN AND USE OF THERAPEUTICS FOR PANCREATIC DUCTAL ADENOCARCINOMA - The present disclosure relates to methods for screening compounds for treating pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA) using a mouse model with an Rgs16::GFP reporter. Also described are combination therapies for treating pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA) using taxanes, gemcitabine and an Axl kinase inhibitor. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128312 | CARRYING CASE FOR ICE FISHING RODS AND TIP UPS - A carrying case for ice fishing equipment allows a user to combine tip ups and fishing rods and reels in the most efficient manner. One example carrying case can be carried upon the user's back. The example carrying case has a first compartment that has a plurality of rod and reel sections, each sized to accommodate a fishing rod and reel. Each of the first sections has a first length and a first thickness along a first portion of the first length, where the first portion accommodates at least some of the rod. The example carrying case has a plurality of tip up sections each sized to accommodate a tip up. Each of the second sections has a second length shorter than the first length. Each of the second sections has a second thickness along the second length. Each of the first sections have a third thickness that is greater than the first thickness being along a second portion of the first length that corresponds to a difference between the first length and the second length. The second portion is adjacent to one end of the second compartment. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128313 | METHODS AND APARATUS FOR SURVEILLANCE AND CONTROL OF INSECT VECTORS - Improved devices for the capture, detection, or quantification of insect vectors such as gravid female insects, are provided. The devices include surface coloration, design, and dimension that improved their ability to attract and/or capture target insect vectors. The traps are used in process for detection or control of insect vectors in indoor and outdoor environments. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128314 | METHOD FOR CAPTURING MOSQUITOES BY PRODUCING A CARBON DIOXIDE FROM THE AMBIENT AIR - The invention concerns a process for capturing mosquitoes by producing carbon dioxide (CO | 2016-05-12 |
20160128315 | Apparatus and Method for Deterring Birds by Laser - The invention concerns an apparatus and a method for deterring birds, comprising a frame fixedly disposed on a structure; a laser light generator connected with the frame, including a laser light source for generating a laser light beam; a supply circuit for supplying the laser light source; driving means connected with the laser light generator, for having at least a part of the laser light generator move; and a control element for controlling the laser light source and the drivable part of the laser light generator, wherein the driving means are arranged for causing a movement to be executed of at least a drivable part of the laser light generator. Thus, an apparatus and a method are obtained having a greater effect in deterring birds. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128316 | A CHONDRICHTHYAN REPELLING SYSTEM - Described is a chondrichthyan repelling system comprising at least one fin comprising at least one electrically conductive electrode for connection to an electrical signal generator. In use, the electrical signal generator generates electrical signals to the at least one electrode to thereby radiate an electrical field which repels chondrichthyans. Also disclosed are various fin designs incorporating one or more electrodes, and a watercraft having one or more fins as described. Various means of connecting the electrodes to the electrical signal generator are also described. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128317 | ASSISTIVE APPARATUS FOR HANGING A TREE STAND - An assistive apparatus for hanging a tree stand (e.g., in a tree) including a base pivotably mounting a pair of opposable arms, and a pair of springs for moving the arms between open, spaced apart set positions and closed tree clamping positions clamping a tree or pole there-between. A pair of trigger members operatively coupled to the arms react to a tree or pole being pushed there against to release the arms from their open, spaced apart positions to closed tree clamping positions. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128318 | CONFIGURABLE SEATING DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - A configurable seating device comprising a first portion configured to engage at least one object when in an open position, a second portion operably connected to the first portion, and a third portion operably connected to the second portion, wherein, when in the open position, a user is accommodated by the configurable seating device a distance above a ground surface, and the third portion is configured to contact the ground surface and is capable of supporting a weight of the user accommodated by configurable seating device is provided. Furthermore, an associated method is also provided. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128319 | DECOY WITH SELECTIVELY DEPLOYABLE KEEL - A decoy with selectively deployable keel for positioning at or near the surface of a body of water comprising: an at least partially buoyant structure wherein the at least partially buoyant structure at least partially resembles the shape of an animal, and at least one selectively deployable keel component which is attachable to said at least partially buoyant structure. In one or more embodiments, the at least partially buoyant structure comprises a waterfowl decoy body with a head and neck region, a midsection, an aft, and a bottom surface with a cavity, and the at least one selectively deployable keel component is attached to the bottom surface so as to be deployable when the added stability of a keel component is desired and retractable when not desired, such as for storage. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128321 | Ladder-Frame Polyether Conjugates - Disclosed are compounds that are conjugates of ladder frame polyether compounds and biologically active compounds or research compounds, pharmaceutical formulations comprising the conjugates, and methods of transporting the conjugates across biological membranes. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128322 | Disinfectant Bleach Foam Formulation - The disclosed subject matter relates to a bleach foam formulation, and to methods of use of the bleach foam formulation for the decontamination of surfaces exposed to infectious agents. disclosed subject matter provides a method for the delivery of the bleach foam formulation for the decontamination of surfaces, and specifically for the decontamination of health workers' personal protection suits, exposed to Ebola, SARS or other infectious agents. In certain embodiments, the use of the bleach foam formulation involves the delivery of the bleach foam from distances for the safe disinfection of contaminated surfaces. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128323 | Antimicrobial and Antiviral Polymeric Materials - The present invention relates to a drawn antimicrobial, such as an antibacterial, antiparasitic and antiviral polymeric fiber and materials containing same, wherein the fiber is a polymeric fiber containing cuprous iodide particles dispersed therein of about 0.50 to about 2.0 micron in size. The invention also provides processes for preparing such fibers and fiber-based materials. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128324 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR REPELLING COFFEE BERRY BORER - Compositions and methods for repelling coffee berry borer. The compositions contain a substrate and a semiochemical capable of affecting the coffee berry borer intermixed within the substrate. The semiochemical may be verbenone. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128325 | OPHTHALMIC AND CONTACT LENS SOLUTIONS USING CHOLINE - The present invention relates to a lens care solution having 0.001 to about 5 weight percent of a low molecular weight amine of the general formula: | 2016-05-12 |
20160128326 | Herbicidally Active 2-(Substituted-Phenyl)-Cyclopentane-1,3-Dione Compounds and Derivatives Thereof - The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I): wherein: R | 2016-05-12 |
20160128327 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR ATTRACTING MOSQUITOES AND REPELLING SAND FLIES - Compositions and methods for affecting dipteran hematophagous parasites. The compositions contain at least one dipteran semiochemical and at least one phagostimulant. The compositions may further include a pesticide. The semiochemical may be a floral attractant and the phagostimulants may be sugar-based. The compositions may be useful in attracting mosquitoes and/or repelling sand flies. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128328 | CONTROLLED RELEASE BIOCIDAL SALTS - A controlled release biocidal salt of a first component comprises a cation of a N | 2016-05-12 |
20160128329 | Double-stranded ribonucleic acid as control against insects - A composition for use in formulations for controlling insect populations, including populations of mosquito and flies. The composition comprises one or more double-stranded constructs inhibitory to RNA transcription of ribosomal proteins. The invention also relates to method of using the compositions in formulations to inhibit insect populations. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128330 | Stable Suspension Concentrate Formulation for Water-Soluble Compounds - The present invention is directed to an insecticidal water based suspension concentrate formulation comprising a water-soluble insecticide selected from the group consisting of N-cyanomethyl-4-(trifluoromethyl)nicotinamide and (EZ)-1-(6-chloro-3-pyridylmethyl)-N-nitroimidazolidin-2-ylidineamine and at least one water-soluble salt selected from the group consisting of magnesium sulfate (hydrated and anhydrous forms) and sodium sulfate, wherein the water-soluble insecticide is present in an insecticidally effective amount and methods of use. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128331 | ANTHRANILAMIDES IN COMBINATION WITH FUNGICIDES - The present invention relates to novel active compound combinations which include of the insecticidally active compounds of the formula (I) in combination with fungicidally active compounds (II) and are highly suitable for controlling unwanted animal pests, such as insects, and unwanted phytopathogenic fungi. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128332 | ANTIBACTERIAL MICRO- AND NANOPARTICLES COMPRISING A CHLORHEXIDINE SALT, METHOD OF PRODUCTION AND USES THEREOF - Antimicrobial micro- or nano-particles comprising a chlorhexidine salt and an anion, and a method of making the antimicrobial micro- or nanoparticle, are disclosed. The anion in the salt is selected form oxoanions and partially hydrogenated oxoanions of phosphorus, carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128333 | ANTIMICROBIAL QUATERNARY AMMONIUM ORGANOSILANE COATINGS - The present invention provides novel solid phase carriers coated with a quaternary ammonium organosilane coating for use in reducing or eliminating the viable number of microorganisms in a liquid. The invention is useful in a wide variety applications, such as water purification and reduction of harmful microorganisms in liquid foodstuffs. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128334 | PIPE FITTING ADHESIVE COMPOUND WITH VEGETATION DETERRING PROPERTIES - An adhesive used in underground applications where vegetation is present wherein the adhesive has been doped with a material or materials that deter the growth properties of adjacent vegetation. The materials can include Zinc, Copper Sulfate, Copper Oxide, as well as sulfates of Zinc, Manganese, and Nickel, in quantities that will repel or deter the advancement of roots and invasive vegetation into fittings and joints in an underground system. The adhesive is used to bond a conduit and a fitting in an air-tight and water tight seal, and the inclusion of the root deterrent material resists invasion of nearby roots into the piping. The root deterring supplements to the adhesive to not degrade the performance of the adhesive and actually repel roots in the vicinity of the materials. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128335 | POTENTIATION OF FIXED COPPERS AND OTHER PESTICIDES CONTAINING COPPER AND SUPPLEMENTING PLANT NUTRITION - A pesticide, fungicidal, bactericidal, anti-pathogen or biocidal composition includes at least one biologically inert carrier; and at least one doped component including at least one fixed copper compound doped with at least one compound selected from the group consisting of iron compounds, zinc compounds, magnesium compounds, calcium compounds, and combinations and/or mixtures thereof. In one embodiment, the doped component has a particle size of about 0.5 nm to about 30 microns. A method for the control of pests includes the step of applying to the pests or their growth habitat the aforementioned composition. The method also includes the control of disease in citrus plants caused by vectors such as Psyllid nymphs, by applying the aforementioned composition to their growth habitat in citrus groves. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128336 | MICROBIAL AGRICULTURE - The present invention relates to novel compositions for enhancing plant growth and crop yield. Moreover, the present invention is directed to the production of these compositions and the uses of these compositions. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128337 | ANTIBACTERIAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE - The present invention relates to antimicrobial compositions useful in bodies of water and in particular raceway systems used to raise aquatic organisms. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128338 | COMPOSITION AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED TURF HEALTH - The invention relates to compositions and methods for improving the health, appearance, and quality of turf grasses by application of compositions containing metconazole and | 2016-05-12 |
20160128339 | CHROMOBACTERIUM FORMULATIONS, COMPOSITIONS, METABLOITES AND THEIR USES - Stabilized biological pesticides comprising | 2016-05-12 |
20160128340 | Pest control formulation composed of Beauveria bassiana, Cold Pressed Neem Oil and Refined Pyrethrum Extract, and methods of making and using same - The present invention provide pesticidal compositions containing a pesticidal natural oil and/or a pesticidal botanical extract and/or a pesticidal natural fungal entomopathogen, that can be used to control pests by killing the pests, preventing or reducing feeding, preventing or reducing eclosion of their eggs, or the like. These composition exhibits effective or more rapid knockdown pesticidal activity, and synergistic pesticidal activity. Some embodiments can be used to control pests including insects and/or arachnids, including arthropods such as whiteflies. The pesticidal natural oil is neem oil, the pesticidal botanical extract is refined pyrethrum extract and the pesticidal natural fungal entomopathogen is | 2016-05-12 |
20160128341 | LAMINATED BAKING MOLD - A laminated baking mold material includes a food contact layer and an exterior layer. The food contact layer serves as a functional layer, and may include an aluminum foil. The exterior layer may include a paper layer, and may be printed. The laminated baking mold may be formed into self-supporting baking molds or pan-supported baking liners. The functional barrier prevents migration of ink from an exterior surface of the baking mold or liner into a baked product or the permeation of grease or moisture from the baked product to the exterior layer preventing a degradation of a printing thereon and allowing for deep, opaque, and vibrant colors and patterns. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128342 | Whole Grain Pancakes and Waffles - Whole grain pancake and waffle batters may include whole grain wheat flour and one or more of whole grain brown rice flour and whole grain millet flour. Pancakes and waffles prepared from such batters may be considered as having a high nutritional density as a result of including whole grain flours. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128343 | Method For Producing A Baked Product Having An Essentially Sealed Separating Surface - A method for producing a baked product includes producing a baked product preform having a substantially closed baking surface and an open-pore separating surface, applying a liquid to pasty hardenable mass to the separating surface, optionally applying the liquid to pasty hardenable mass to pores being open to the separating surface, pressing the separating surface covered with the mass onto a temperature-controlled surface, and sealing the separating surface by actively, thermally hardening the mass on the temperature-controlled surface. The baked product made from the baked product preform and the hardened mass is removed from the temperature-controlled surface. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128344 | Dough Compositions for Extended Shelf Life Baked Articles - Dough compositions that can be baked to provide baked articles (e.g., cinnamon rolls) having an extended shelf life of about 7 days or greater (e.g., about 14 days, about 21 days, or about 28 days or greater). The dough composition may be a developed dough compositions or an under-developed dough compositions. The dough compositions may include one or more shelf life enhancing agents. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128345 | BARLEY WITH VERY LOW LEVELS OF HORDEINS - The present invention relates to methods of producing a food or malt-based beverage suitable for consumption by a subject with Coeliac's disease. In particular, the present invention relates to methods of producing a food or malt-based beverage with very low levels of hordeins. Also provided are barley plants which produce grain that can be used in the methods of the invention. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128346 | Food Products with Yogurt Whey - A food product comprising a neutralized yogurt whey. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128347 | PROCESS OF COMPACTING A MICROPOROUS FAT POWDER AND COMPACTED FAT POWDER SO OBTAINED - The present invention relates to a process of compacting a microporous fat powder, notably a microporous fat powder that can suitably be used as an oil structuring agent. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128348 | LAYERED BEVERAGE - A tablet for forming a beverage having two or more layers, the tablet comprising:
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20160128349 | Method For Creating Layered Chocolate Body And Chocolate Mold For Creation Thereof - A chocolate mold is provided for the creation of a layered chocolate body. The chocolate mold has a tubular shell connected to a primary platform. A food-safe platform is formed within the tubular shell and atop the primary platform, serving as a base for the layered chocolate body. A shaft is connected to the food-safe platform, with the layered chocolate body being formed about the shaft. A lid and handle are attached to the shaft atop the tubular shell. An elongated slit allows the tubular shell to easily be peeled away from the layered chocolate body, while clamping mechanisms seal the tubular shell during molding of the layered chocolate body. A tilt mechanism is used to angle the primary platform and create angled chocolate layers which are visually appealing. The layered chocolate body is formed by sequentially pouring and solidifying layers of chocolate to the tubular shell. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128350 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DISTRIBUTING AND DISPENSING CHOCOLATE - Systems and methods for preparing and dispensing food contents, typically molten chocolate. In one aspect, a system includes a deformable fluid-tight container shell defining an internal volume and separating the internal volume from an external environment; a semi-solid content contained within the internal volume; a valve stem operationally connected to and disposed at least partially through the deformable container shell; and a valve disposed in the external environment and operationally connected to the valve stem. The semi-solid content may be a hydrophobic matrix with at least partially emulsified hydrophilic components suspended therein; the container shell may be substantially fluid-tight; the valve may be self-cleaning; the internal volume may be in fluidic communication with the external environment where the valve is open but not when the valve is closed. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128351 | SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR DISTRIBUTING AND DISPENSING CHOCOLATES - Systems and methods for preparing and dispensing food contents, typically molten chocolate. In one aspect, a device includes a housing defining a first volume; an inner wall positioned in the housing and bifurcating the first volume into separate second and third volumes; a pressure member operationally connected to the inner wall, where the pressure member is actuatable to move into the second volume; an aperture formed through the housing for fluidic communication with the second volume; an actuator operationally connected to the pressure member, a first deformable pouch positioned in the second volume, where the first deformable pouch includes a generally elongated fluid-tight enclosure, liquid chocolate substantially filling the fluid-tight enclosure, and a fluidic conduit extending through the fluid-tight enclosure. Device also includes a fluidic valve operationally connected to the fluidic conduit and positioned without the fluid-tight enclosure. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128352 | LOW 4-METHYLIMIDAZOLE CARAMEL COLOR CLASS IV PRODUCTION - A process of making a caramel color comprising a) mixing a carbohydrate with an ammonia compound and a sulfite compound and at pH from just greater than about 4.0 to about 6.0; and b) heating of the mixture from step a) in a sealed vessel to a temperature of from about 120° C. to about 137° C. and maintaining a temperature in said range for at least about 2 hours, said time and temperature being sufficient to yield a product having a color level of at least about double strength and a level of 4-MeI of less than about 20 ppm, is provided. Also provided is a process of ramped heating which results in a similar caramel color product. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128353 | MACHINE FOR MAKING VARIEGATED ICE CREAM OR ICE CREAM SHAKE - A machine for making variegated ice cream or ice cream shake, including: a basic structure; one or more basic product mixing and freezing units, where each mixing and freezing unit in turn includes a processing cylinder containing the basic product and cooled by a respective refrigerating system and a stirring member mounted inside the processing cylinder and rotating to mix the basic product to prevent it from hardening and sticking to the cooled inside wall of the processing cylinder and to transform the basic product into a basic flavor; a closing element for closing the cylinder and provided with at least one outlet duct leading to the processing cylinder at one end and to an outlet mouth at the other end. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128354 | Kit for Making Ice Cream Cake - An inexpensive, cost-effective kit for making ice cream cakes with interchangeable ice cream cake molds. The ice cream cake kit allows the user to simply, quickly, and inexpensively create ice cream cakes of varying sizes and shapes in the home environment by simply changing the ice cream cake molds used with a tray that serves as the bottom of the ice cream cake form and a serving tray. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128355 | MACHINE FOR MAKING AND DISPENSING LIQUID AND/OR SEMI-LIQUID FOOD PRODUCTS - A machine for making and dispensing liquid and/or semi-liquid food products comprises a supply tank equipped with a loading mouth through which the ingredients necessary to make the basic product are loaded, and a lid for opening and closing the loading mouth; the lid comprises a covering wall with at least two parts which are foldable relative to each other and which are joined to each other by a folding line. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128356 | PROCESS TO PRODUCE RICE BRAN HYDROLYSATES - The present invention provides a (preferably defatted) rice bran hydrolysate composition which comprises of more than 50 wt % (on dry matter) of (poly)peptides and which has a DH (Degree of Hydrolysis) of at least 10%, preferably between 10 and 16% and more than 90%, preferably more than 95%, of the (poly) peptides has a molecular weight (MW) of more than 500 Da. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128357 | COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING FERMENTED SEAWEED AND/OR ALGAE - The present invention relates to compositions comprising fermented seaweed and/or algae. The invention also relates to processes for providing such compositions, wherein the fermentation times are prolonged to increase bioavailability of the nutrients. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128358 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING PROTECTED COMPOSITIONS FOR ANIMAL FEED, COMPOSITIONS AND USE OF SAME - The invention addresses a new synthetic method, in a single reaction or in a double reaction, of compositions for animal feeding which comprise organic acid salts selected from formic, lactic, propionic, butyric, valerianic, lauric, benzoic, caprylic or capric acid, protected with soaps rich in fatty acids present in vegetable fats. The invention further describes the compositions themselves for animal feeding which comprise the salts of said organic acids protected with soaps, their use in animal feeding, in particular in monogastric animals and the food or feed itself which comprises the compositions described in the invention. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128359 | NOVEL USE OF CANTHAXANTHIN - The present invention relates to the use of canthaxanthin and at least one vitamin D metabolite, preferably 25-hydroxy vitamin D3 (25-OH D3), for improving internal egg quality. Interior egg quality, usually expressed in Haugh Units, is prolonged by feeding the laying poultry a diet containing canthaxanthin and 25-hydroxy vitamin D3. | 2016-05-12 |
20160128360 | Use of Polypeptides Having Protease Activity in Animal Feed and Detergents - The present invention relates to the use of isolated polypeptides having protease activity in animal feed and detergents. It also relates to the use of isolated nucleic acid sequences encoding the proteases in the recombinant production of isolated polypeptides having protease activity and isolated nucleic acid sequences encoding the proteases. The invention also relates to nucleic acid constructs, vectors, and host cells, including plant and animal cells, comprising the nucleic acid sequences, as well as methods for producing and using the proteases, particularly using the proteases in animal feed and detergents. | 2016-05-12 |