21st week of 2014 patent applcation highlights part 47 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20140141909 | FAST AND ACCURATE PNEUMATIC/HYDRAULIC LINEAR POSITION CHANGING MECHANISMS - Pneumatic/hydraulic assisted mechanisms that can be used to move an object of considerable weight in quick and accurate steps. Said mechanisms comprise of an index wheel mechanism that is rotated by pre-tensioned springs (see FIG. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141910 | CHAIN-TENSIONING DEVICE - A chain-tensioning device comprises at least one main chain-tensioning sprocket wheel on which a chain engages, a main spring that urges a shaft of the main chain-tensioning sprocket wheel in a direction of tensioning of the chain, and an auxiliary cam element that engages a cam-follower element operatively connected to the shaft of the main chain-tensioning sprocket wheel so as to tend to push this shaft in the tensioning direction under the action of auxiliary elastic means. The auxiliary cam element automatically recovers any play that is generated owing to wear of the chain and prevents a movement of the chain-tensioning sprocket wheel in a direction opposite to the tensioning direction. In a variant, two main chain-tensioning sprocket wheels are provided, each having a respective auxiliary cam element. The two auxiliary cam elements may form part of a single pivoted lever. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141911 | Stretch Belt Removal and Installation Tool - A unitary stretch belt installation and removal tool includes an installation component having a slot for positioning the tool on the rim of a pulley and a wedge shaped element to stretch arid guide a belt into a pulley groove as the pulley is rotated and further having an integral removal component including a slot and a shaped, generally convex belt guide surface for stretching and guiding a belt from a pulley as the pulley is rotated. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141912 | CHAIN AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF SLIDING MEMBER OF THE CHAIN - A chain includes a plurality of sliding members that moves relative to each other. At least one of sliding members is formed of a martensitic stainless steel, and contains, in a superficial layer thereof, elemental substances of carbon and nitrogen at a range from 0.17 to 0.50 mass % in total, while a precipitation amount of carbide and nitride is 0.05 mass % or less in total. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141913 | CHAIN - A chain is provided, whose strength is increased and whose power loss is reduced as a result of reduced friction resistance between link units and link plates. A pair of link plates | 2014-05-22 |
20140141914 | SILENT CHAIN AND SILENT CHAIN TRANSMISSION - A back face of each inner link plate of the chain is curved convexly. Heights from a pitch line connecting centers of pin holes of inner and guide link plates to the convex apex portion of the inner link plate and to an apex portion of the guide link plate are equalized. The convex apex portions are brought into contact with a guide face of the chain guide per every pitch and the ear apex portions are brought into contact with the chain guide per every pitch while being shifted by a half pitch from the convex apex portions. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141915 | METHOD FOR PROVIDING A CONTROLLED NEUTRAL IN LIEU OF A CONVENTIONAL NEUTRAL IN AN ELECTRO-MECHANICAL TRANSMISSION - A powertrain system includes an internal combustion engine, a first electric machine and an electro-mechanical transmission operative to transmit torque to a driveline. A method for controlling the powertrain system in the presence of a controlled neutral operation of the electro-mechanical transmission being selected includes monitoring vehicle speed, and only when the monitored vehicle speed is indicative of a low-speed zone restricting a transition from a current engine operating state. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141916 | DEVICE FOR TRANSMITTING FORCE - The invention relates to a device ( | 2014-05-22 |
20140141917 | Motor Assembly for Final Drive - A final drive for a vehicle is disclosed. The final drive includes a motor assembly, a planetary gear train and a drive sprocket. The motor assembly includes a hydraulic motor, an output shaft, a housing, a thrust bearing, a brake and first, second and third chambers. The housing includes a supply port, a first passageway, a second passageway and a drain port. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141918 | REDUCTION DIFFERENTIAL GEAR APPARATUS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE - An object is to reduce various losses occurring in a speed-reduction/differential gear apparatus for electric vehicles including a planetary-gear speed reducer and a differential device, thereby improving transmission efficiency of the driving force and increasing travel distance of the electric vehicle per battery charge. A speed-reduction/differential gear apparatus for electric vehicles includes a planetary-gear speed reducer and a differential device. A planetary gear mechanism in the speed reducer includes a speed-reducer-side carrier which has its inner diameter surface supported by a speed-reducer-side carrier support bearing. The invention provides proper mesh between in the pair of engaging teeth, leading to decrease in loss torque. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141919 | CONTINUOUSLY AND/OR INFINITELY VARIABLE TRANSMISSIONS AND METHODS THEREFOR - An infinitely variable transmission (IVT) having a rotatable input shaft arranged along a longitudinal axis of the transmission. In one embodiment, the input shaft is adapted to supply a lubricant to the interior of the transmission. In some embodiments, a stator assembly is coupled to, and coaxial with, the input shaft. The IVT has a plurality of planets operably coupled to the stator assembly. The planets are arranged angularly about the longitudinal axis of the transmission. In one embodiment, a traction ring is operably coupled to the planets. The IVT is provided with a housing that is operably coupled to the traction ring. The housing is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft. The traction ring is substantially fixed from rotating with the input shaft. In some embodiments, the IVT is provided with a lubricant manifold that is configured to supply a lubricant to the input shaft. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141920 | COLLAPSIBLE CLUTCHING DIFFERENTIAL - A collapsible clutching differential is for use in a drive train of a vehicle to control torque thereof. The drive train includes at least one rotating member defining an axis of rotation of the rotating member; a housing operatively supported in driven relationship with respect to a remainder of the drive train, adapted to rotate about the axis, and defining a cavity of the housing into which the rotating member extends; and at least one cross-pin mounted for rotation with the housing. The differential includes a pair of castellated side gears disposed in the cavity of the housing, supported for rotation about the axis relative to the housing, and having a torque-transmitting connection to the rotating member. The castellated side gears are adapted to be spaced from each other and collapse upon themselves such that the differential collapses upon itself. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141921 | DIFFERENTIAL CASE HAVING LOCK PINS IN-LINE WITH CLUTCH EAR GUIDES - A differential gear mechanism constructed in accordance to one example of the present disclosure can include a differential case, a clutch pack and a plurality of lock pins. The differential case can include a first differential case portion that defines a first output shaft opening and includes a plurality of clutch ear guides and a plurality of lock pin engaging surfaces. The clutch pack can include a plurality of annular plates that are interleaved between a plurality of annular friction disks. At least one of the annular plates and annular friction disks can include a plurality of radially extending plate ears that are received by the corresponding plurality of clutch ear guides. The plurality of lock pins can be received by the plurality of first lock pin engaging surfaces of the first differential case at locations in-line with the clutch ear guides. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141922 | SPUR-GEAR DIFFERENTIAL - A differential ( | 2014-05-22 |
20140141923 | SELECTABLE GROUNDED GEAR LINEAR ACTUATION - A power transfer mechanism includes a shift mechanism translating a shift sleeve to a first position where an input shaft is directly drivingly coupled to a first output shaft and to a second position where a reduced speed drive ratio connection exists between the input shaft and the first output shaft as well as the input shaft and a second output shaft via a first planetary gearset. The shift system includes a second planetary gearset having a planet gear fixed for rotation with a lead screw threadingly engaged with the shift sleeve. Rotation of the planet gear axially translates the shift sleeve. A first clamp arm restricts rotation of one member of the second planetary gearset to cause rotation of the planet gear in a first direction. A second clamp arm restricts rotation of another member of the planetary gearset to rotate the planet gear in an opposite direction. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141924 | MULTI-SPEED TRANSMISSION - A transmission is provided having an input member, an output member, four planetary gear sets, a plurality of coupling members and a plurality of torque transmitting devices. Each of the planetary gear sets includes first, second and third members. The torque transmitting devices include clutches and brakes actuatable in combinations of two to establish a plurality of forward gear ratios and one reverse gear ratio. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141925 | SYNCHRONIZING DISCONNECT DEVICE - A transmission includes an input member, an output member, a set of four planetary gear sets each having first, second, and third members, a plurality of torque transmitting mechanisms each selectively engageable to interconnect at least one of the first, second, and third members with at least one other of the first, second, third members and a stationary member, and a synchronizer assembly that selectively connects and disconnects one member of one of the planetary gear sets. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141926 | TRANSMISSION WITH BAND CLUTCH - A transmission is provided having a housing, a plurality of planetary gear sets, a structural member, a sprocket member, an annular drum, a band, and an actuator. The sprocket member is rotationally supported by the structural member. The annular drum is adjacent the structural member and is continuously rotationally coupled with a member of the one of the plurality of planetary gear sets. The band circumscribes the annular drum and includes at least a first position and a second position. In the first position the band is substantially separated from the drum and in the second position the band contacts the drum. The actuator selectively positions the band between at least the first position and the second position to transfer torque between the structural member and the annular drum. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141927 | INFINITELY VARIABLE DIRECTION CONTROL - Infinitely variable motion control (IVMC) provides motion control without any requirement for changing gears or use of a clutch. A spur gear transgear, defined as a system having an input, an output and a control, a variable pitch cam having an eccentric inner and outer cam assembly and a driver may be used to form a speed converter. The speed converter is used in various forms to provide an infinitely variable transmission, a differential, embodiments of wind and river turbines and pumps/compressors. In one embodiment, the speed converter drives a direction control assembly (forward, reverse and neutral) and first and second directional control assemblies to provide a vehicle with zero turn radius. A variable torque converter may be used in various embodiments to control torque from a minimum to a maximum by controlling movement of a rotor along a shaft in relation to a stator. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141928 | PLANETARY GEAR TRAIN OF AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FOR VEHICLE - A planetary gear train of an automatic transmission may include a first shaft receiving engine torque, a second shaft parallel with the first shaft at a predetermined distance, a compound planetary gear set on the second shaft including a first rotation element connected to the first shaft through two paths and operated as a selective fixed element, a second rotation element connected to the first shaft through one path and operated as a selective fixed element, a third rotation element operated as an output element, and a fourth rotation element connected to the first shaft through one path, two transfer gears at connecting portions between the rotation elements of the compound planetary gear set and the first shaft, and frictional elements connecting the first, second, and fourth rotation elements to the first shaft and brakes connecting the first and second rotation elements to a transmission housing. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141929 | HARDENED SILVER COATED JOURNAL BEARING SURFACES AND METHOD - An article comprises a metal alloy substrate and a plated wear interface layer disposed over a surface of the metal alloy substrate. The wear interface layer has a chemical composition including between about 0.005 wt % and about 0.050 wt % of antimony (Sb), and the balance silver (Ag) and incidental impurities. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141930 | PLANET CARRIER SALVAGE PROCESS - A remanufactured planet carrier is disclosed having a first plate and a second plate spaced apart from and oriented generally parallel to the first plate. Supports join and support the first and second plates. The remanufactured planet carrier further has a plurality of first pin bores in the first plate and a plurality of second pin bores in the second plate. The first pin bores are parallel and generally aligned with the second pin bores. A cylindrical member extends from a central axis of the second plate away from the first plate with a shaft bore formed within the cylindrical member. The first and second pin bores and the shaft bore each have a surface layer with a hardness of at least about 180 BHN and a strength of at least about 500 MPa. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141931 | WHEEL DRIVE UNIT - A wheel drive unit comprises: a planetary gear mechanism including a planetary gear and an internally-toothed gear; a casing integrated with the internally-toothed gear, a wheel being attached to the casing, and the casing transmitting rotation of the internally-toothed gear to the wheel; a bearing fitted to an inner circumferential surface of the casing at a position more toward an interior of a vehicle than the planetary gear and rotatably supporting the casing. An inner diameter of an outer race of the bearing is larger than an outer diameter of the planetary gear. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141932 | ROLLING BODY, METHOD FOR PRODUCING ROLLING BODY, AND DYNAMIC FORCE TRANSMISSION DEVICE - A high durability roller, a manufacturing method thereof and a power transmission device with the high durability roller are provided. The roller for a power transmission device that comprises a plurality of rollers in contact with each other directly or with lubricant between them, includes: a metal base having a Young's modulus of 220 GPa or less; and a coating that is formed on a surface of the metal base, includes hard particles and a metal component composed of at least either simple metal or alloy, and has a Young's modulus of 250 GPa or more. The power transmission device includes the roller. The method of manufacturing the roller includes: forming the coating on the surface of the metal base by thermal spraying using a thermal spray material that comprises the hard particles and the metal component composed of at least either simple metal or alloy. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141933 | DRIVE TRANSMISSION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A drive system and method includes a gearbox system, a first hydraulic motor driving a first input shaft, a second hydraulic motor driving a second input shaft, a drive pump driving the first and second hydraulic motors, and a system control for controlling the drive pump, the clutch assembly, and the first and second hydraulic motors. The gearbox system includes the first input shaft having a first input gear driving a first output gear on an output shaft, the second input shaft having a second input gear driving a second output gear disengageable from the output shaft, and a clutch assembly for engaging the second output gear with the output shaft. The clutch assembly includes a clutch to engage the second output gear with the output shaft, and a fluid access channel through a rotary manifold to provide pressurized fluid to activate the clutch. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141934 | CONTROL APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD FOR VEHICLE - An ECU selects, in accordance with operation by a driver, either one of a manual shift mode in which a shift range can be manually changed through the operation by the driver and an engine rotation speed is controlled in accordance with a selected shift range and an automatic shift mode in which the engine rotation speed is controlled so as to reduce an amount of fuel consumption as compared with that in the manual shift mode. The driver is recommended to make a change from the manual shift mode to the automatic shift mode when the manual shift mode is selected. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141935 | METHOD AND APPARATUS OF PROPELLING A VEHICLE - A vehicle includes a clutch that couples an engine to a transmission via a flywheel, a clutch actuator, and a controller configured to receive an obstructed launch command, elevate an engine operation, for a fixed period of time, beyond a typical launch operation upon receipt of the obstructed launch command, and engage the clutch against the flywheel for at least a portion of the fixed period of time. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141936 | ENGINE CONTROL DEVICE - An engine control apparatus includes a first operation member and a second operation member for braking a front wheel and a rear wheel of a saddle-type vehicle, and an engine controller that automatically stops and restarts an engine mounted in the saddle-type vehicle in response to the operational state of the first operation member and the second operation member. When a prescribed amount of time has passed while the first operation member and the second operation member are both in an operated state, the engine controller automatically stops the engine; when the first operation member and the second operation member are both released, the engine controller restarts the engine; and when either one of the first operation member and the second operation member is operated after the engine has automatically been stopped, the engine controller allows the engine to continue in the automatically stopped state. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141937 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ESTIMATING ANAEROBIC THRESHOLD - An apparatus for estimating an anaerobic threshold may include a heart rate detector configured to detect a heart rate from a signal sensed from a user, and an anaerobic threshold estimator configured to estimate an anaerobic threshold of the user based on a change in the detected heart rate. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141938 | Face and Lips Exercise Apparatus and Methods of Using the Same - The present invention relates to apparatuses and methods for exercising the facial muscles. Specifically, the present invention relates to a series of apparatuses that may be placed against or behind a user's lips, on a user's face, under a user's chin, and/or against a user's neck. As a user performs exercises with the present invention, the corresponding facial muscles become more strengthened and toned. Toning the muscles in one's face helps to reduce wrinkles, sagging, and expression marks that have developed over time. In addition, exercising of the neck region helps strengthen the soft palate that may be useful for snore prevention or singing. The apparatuses and methods described herein may be utilized for rehabilitation for stroke victims, individuals with speech impediments and other speech pathology, may increase collagen production in the lips, and may be utilized to increase blood flow to the neck, throat and face. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141939 | TREADING EXERCISER AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING RESISTANCE OF THE TREADING EXERCISER - A treading exerciser includes a base, and a first rotary unit and a second rotary unit are respectively connected to the base. The first rotary unit and the second rotary unit are connected to a first link unit and a second link unit respectively. The first link unit and the second link unit are connected to each other by a first connection portion. A pedal is connected adjacent to the first connection portion and drives the first and second link units. The first link unit is pivoted about the first pivot to form up-and-down action. The second link unit is pivoted about the second pivot to form back-and-forth action. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141940 | Training Aid for Skaters - A training aid for skaters is described which comprises a frame consisting of a seat, handle bars, and at least one leg or ski. Preferably the frame has four leg supports to provide maximum balance. However three leg supports with one front leg support and two rear leg supports, or two front leg supports and one rear leg support could be used. Alternatively, only one front leg support and one rear leg support could be used, or one front leg support and one rear leg support could be connected to a single ski. In some examples, the ends of the leg supports are comprised of pvc piping while in other cases the leg supports are attached to skis. Various forms of bracing can be used to strengthen the frame. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141941 | ROWING MACHINE - A rowing exercise machine provides a declining, substantially linear path of motion while offering a consistent force angle at the grip. This allows for a fairly consistent torque application at the shoulder joint, throughout the range of motion of the exercise. The exercise machine includes an input assembly which enables a user to maintain biomechanical alignment of the user's wrist and forearm during performance of the exercise, while maintaining a consistent torque applied to the shoulder joint, in the stability of an exercise machine. The input assembly defines a declining, substantially linear path, where the user's forearms remain substantially parallel to the ground as the input assembly is drawn back. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141942 | System and Method for Covering Weight Plates - A system and method for covering weight plates is disclosed herein. Specifically, a system for covering weight plates can comprise a top sleeve comprising a first center orifice and a bottom sleeve comprising a second center orifice aligned parallel to the first center orifice. Additionally, the bottom sleeve can be connectable with the top sleeve. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141943 | Strength Training Aid - The present invention relates to a portable strength training device which can be adapted to various sports and can be utilized in almost any location. More, specifically present invention is a weighted elongated tubular member which includes connectors for attachment of various balls and/or sporting equipment. The training device is adjustable through the use of various sized hollow tubes of different lengths and/or diameters which allow for the addition of one or more types of weight material within the hollow lumen. Various different sports objects, such as balls, golf club handles, tennis racket handles, baseball bats and the like can be secured to one of the distal ends of the hollow tubes. Clips hooks or the like may be secured to the opposite distal end of the tube for anchoring the device. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141944 | ALL IN ONE FITNESS BALL - A new weighted ball exercise device is disclosed. The ball has handles connected to covers located on opposite sides of the ball. The handles rotate 360 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise. The handles alleviate stress on the user's wrists and provide a firm grip. The ball has an internal weight storage compartment or weight drawer that may be opened to permit adding or removing weights of various sizes and weights. The compartment can be axially located between the covers, and be locked and unlocked by action of spring-loaded button mechanism. In another embodiment, the ball has opposing rotatable covers with handles and grips. Weights are removably insertable into one or more recessed compartments located about the ball's outer surface, and may be radially spaced apart. A kettle bell handle attachment can be inserted into the outer surface to permit conversion of the ball to a kettle ball device. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141945 | System and Method for Covering a Weight Bench - A system and method for covering a weight bench is disclosed herein. Specifically, a system can comprise a bench sleeve comprising a bottom surface mountable on a bench and an extended sleeve connected to said bench sleeve, said extended sleeve capable of wrapping said bench sleeve to said bench. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141946 | EXERCISE DEVICE USING UNDULATION MEMBERS - An exercise device and a method of exercising includes one or more undulation members, such as ropes, which a user undulates, which may cause an elastic line to stretch and/or a travel line to travel around one or more pulleys. The exercise device is configured to allow exercise using undulation members in a relatively small space. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141947 | Resistance Device for Improving Swing And Stabilizing Leg Position - A resistance device for stabilizing a person's leg position relative to the ground includes an anchor configured for affixing to a stationary object, a first tether segment, a second tether segment, a first fastener configured for securing adjacent an upper portion of a person's leg, and a second fastener configured for securing adjacent a lower portion of the person's leg. The first tether segment extends between the anchor and the first fastener, and the second tether segment extends between the anchor and the second fastener. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141948 | PILATES REFORMER - Some embodiments are directed to an exercise apparatus having a frame comprising a first end, a second end and two generally horizontal frame members extending from the first end to the second end, a carriage supported by the horizontal frame members, the carriage being configured to translate along at least a portion of a length of the horizontal frame members and having a planar support surface, a first set of springs supported by the carriage, the first set of springs being configured to extend toward at least the first end of the frame, and a convertible platform positioned adjacent to at least one of the first and second ends of the frame. A vertical height of the convertible platform is adjustable from a first, platform or carriate height position to at least a second, chair position relative to a ground surface. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141949 | EXERCISE DEVICE - An exercise device for performing exercises employing upper body and abdominal muscles includes a hinge and a pair of guide tracks, each guide track attached to a corresponding side of the hinge. Each guide track includes a central longitudinal slot formed in the guide track, the slot having a plurality of stop positions formed therein, a rotatable pushup handle assembly slidable over the slot between stop positions, and a locking device insertable into a portion of the rotatable pushup handle assembly to lock a lower portion of the rotatable pushup handle assembly in one of the stop positions in the slot, an upper portion of the rotatable pushup assembly still able to rotate while the assembly is in a locked condition. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141950 | Balance Rehabilitation and Training Apparatus - A balance rehabilitation and training apparatus and method of using the apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus includes a support member, an optional base member, a handle carriage structure, a free-floating handle container member and a free-floating handle member. The apparatus allows the user to perform balance enhancing exercises while holding the free-floating handle member within the area inscribed within the free-floating handle container member thus allowing the user to experience postural sway during the course of the exercise to reinforce the appropriate motor program. The apparatus provides rehabilitation and training in balance impaired patients and in individuals without balance impairment but who seek to enhance postural stability. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141951 | MACHINE AND METHOD FOR FORMING REINFORCED POLYGONAL CONTAINERS FROM BLANKS - A machine for forming a container from a blank of sheet material is provided. The blank includes a reinforcing panel assembly for forming a reinforcing corner assembly. The machine includes a hopper station for storing the blank in a substantially flat configuration and a forming station for forming the blank into the container. The forming station includes an initial forming station that rotates a first portion of the reinforcing panel assembly with respect to a second portion of the reinforcing panel assembly, and a secondary forming station having male and female forming members with shapes corresponding to an interior shape and an exterior shape of the reinforcing corner assembly, respectively. The male and the female forming members are configured to form the reinforcing corner assembly by compressing together the first and second portions of the reinforcing panel assembly. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141952 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR FORMING A REINFORCED TRAY - An apparatus for forming a container is provided. The apparatus includes a hopper station including a hopper assembly configured to store a plurality of blanks and retrieve a single blank from the plurality of blanks, and a blank feeder assembly including a plurality of tab bullets each configured to fold a respective stacking tab of the blank. The apparatus further includes a laminating station downstream from the hopper station and configured to laminate at least a portion of the container, and a compression station downstream from the laminating station, the compression station configured to form at least one corner wall of the container. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141953 | Single pass printing of mailer envelopes and contents - A method for single pass printing of mailer envelopes and contents includes: providing an envelope with an open window in the envelope; inserting a sheet into the envelope having an unprinted region so that the unprinted region is exposed through the window of the envelope; feeding the envelope into a printer; and printing a first customer-specific data (such as an address) on the envelope and a second customer-specific data (such as a barcode) on the exposed region of the sheet. The printer may be an inkjet printer so that the data is printed in a single pass, without removing the envelope from the printer. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141954 | MACHINE FOR PRODUCING BAGS OF FLEXIBLE MATERIAL - The invention describes a machine ( | 2014-05-22 |
20140141955 | VARIABLE CUTOFF FOLDING DEVICE AND PRINTER COMPRISING VARIABLE CUTOFF FOLDING DEVICE - A variable cutoff folding device | 2014-05-22 |
20140141956 | SHEET PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM, AND SHEET FOLDING METHOD - A sheet processing apparatus includes: a first pair of conveying members that convey a sheet; a second pair of conveying members that receive the sheet conveyed by the first pair of the conveying members and further conveys the sheet to a subsequent stage; and a third pair of conveying members that fold the sheet by rotating the second pair of the conveying members in a reverse direction while the sheet is held by the first pair of the conveying members and the second pair of the conveying members. One of the conveying members of the second pair serves as one of the conveying members of the third pair. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141957 | TUMBLED, POLISHED, VIBRATED BROKEN TEMPERED GLASS PIECES - An invention is provided for creating smoothed, heat-treated glass fragments. The invention includes placing a plurality of heat-treated glass fragments into a tumbling or vibrating apparatus. Each heat-treated glass fragment is formed from glass that has been heated to a temperature of at least 1000° Fahrenheit and rapidly cooled to a temperature below 700° Fahrenheit. The plurality of glass fragments are then tumbled or vibrated for a predetermined period of time such that surfaces of the heat-treated glass fragments are smoother than prior to tumbling. The glass fragments are thereafter removed from the tumbling apparatus, resulting in smoothed, heat-treated glass fragments that are suitable for direct handling without hand protection. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141958 | SUBSTRATE FOR OLED, METHOD OF FABRICATING THE SAME AND ORGANIC LIGHT-EMITTING DEVICE HAVING THE SAME - A substrate for an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) which can improve the light extraction efficiency of the organic light-emitting device while securing transmittance, a method of fabricating the same, and an organic light-emitting device having the same. The substrate for an OLED is a substrate on which the OLED is to be deposited. The substrate is made of transparent crystallized glass in which a number of crystal grains are distributed. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141959 | BETA-QUARTZ GLASS-CERAMICS WITH A CONTROLLED TRANSMISSION CURVE AND A HIGH IRON OXIDE CONTENT; ARTICLES COMPRISING SAID GLASS-CERAMICS, AND PRECURSOR GLASSES - β-quartz lithium aluminosilicate (LAS) glass-ceramics contain neither arsenic oxide nor antimony oxide, are fined with tin oxide and include vanadium oxide, chromium oxide and a high iron oxide content (>950 ppm), and have a controlled transmission curve. Articles such as cook-tops can be made from such glass-ceramics. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141960 | PROCESS FOR PREPARING A GLASS-CERAMIC BODY - Process for preparing glass-ceramic body including the steps of providing a basic glass body and subjecting the basic glass body to a thermal treatment whereby a crystalline phase embedded in a glass matrix is formed. The basic glass body is made of a composition comprising 65 to 72 wt-% SiO | 2014-05-22 |
20140141961 | APPARATUSES, SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR FORMING PRESSED ARTICLES AND PRESSED ARTICLES FORMED THEREBY - The invention relates to a method and a system ( | 2014-05-22 |
20140141962 | METHOD FOR FORMING TITANIUM OXIDE FILM ON SURFACE OF MOLDED PRODUCT COMPOSED OF CYCLIC OLEFIN RESIN - A method for forming a titanium oxide film that can be formed on a surface of a base material without a heating step. In Step | 2014-05-22 |
20140141963 | ZEOLITES AND COMPOSITES INCORPORATING ZEOLITES - According to the invention there is provided a zeolite having a porous structure produced by forming the zeolite on a porous carbon substrate which has been substantially or completely removed, wherein (i) the zeolite was formed on the substrate at a loading of at least 8% by weight and/or (ii) the zeolite has a reinforcing layer. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141964 | HETEROPOLY ACID SALT CATALYST AND ITS PREPARATION METHOD - Disclosed are a catalyst and preparation method and use thereof. The catalyst has a constitution represented as the formula below, wherein, D represents at least one element selected from the group consisting of copper, magnesium, manganese, stibium and zinc; E represents at least one element selected from the group consisting of tungsten, silicon, nickel, palladium, ferrum and plumbum; Z is selected from the group consisting of SiC, MoO | 2014-05-22 |
20140141965 | FERRITE CATALYST AND PREPARATION METHOD THEREOF - Disclosed are a ferrite catalyst and preparation methods thereof. The catalyst is provided with a formula below, wherein A is Mg atom, Zn atom or a mixture of both atoms at any ratio; D is one or more atoms selected from the group consisting of Ni, Co, W, Mn, Ca, Mo or V atom; Z is a catalyst carrier, which is one or more selected from the group consisting of calcium phosphate, calcium dihydrogen phosphate, aluminium phosphate, aluminium dihydrogen phosphate, ferric phosphate, magnesium phosphate, zinc phosphate, Mg—Al hydrotalcite, calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate; a=0.01-0.6; b=0-0.30; c is a number balancing each valence; x, y represent the amounts of principal catalyst and carrier Z respectively, wherein the weight ratio y/x=0.5:1-7:1. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141966 | EXHAUST GAS PURIFYING CATALYST AND PRODUCTION PROCESS THEREOF - Disclosed is an exhaust gas purifying catalyst in which grain growth of a noble metal particle supported on a support is suppressed. Also disclosed is a production process for producing an exhaust gas purifying catalyst. The exhaust gas purifying catalyst comprises a crystalline metal oxide support and a noble metal particle supported on the support, wherein the noble metal particle is epitaxially grown on the support, and wherein the noble metal particle is dispersed and supported on the outer and inner surfaces of the support. The process for producing an exhaust gas purifying catalyst comprises masking, in a solution, at least a part of the surface of a crystalline metal oxide support by a masking agent, introducing the support into a noble metal-containing solution containing a noble metal, and drying and firing the support and the noble metal-containing solution to support the noble metal on the support. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141967 | CERIA ZIRCONIA ALUMINA COMPOSITION WITH ENHANCED THERMAL STABILITY - A process for the preparation of a composition comprising Al-, Ce- and Zr-oxides, which process comprises the steps of (a) preparing an aqueous solution of a mixture of metal salts of cerium, zirconium and aluminium, which aqueous solution optionally comprises one or more salts of the Rare Earth Metals other than cerium, (b) adding to the solution obtained a base at temperatures from 0° C. to 95° C. and precipitating the mixed metal salts in the form of hydroxides or oxy-hydroxides, (d) treating the aqueous suspension obtained in step (b) with a surfactant, and (e) isolating the precipitate obtained in step (d) and treating said precipitate at a temperature from 450° C. to 1200° C., which process is characterized in that the alumina content is in the range from 35 to 80% by weight, and the surface area (BET) of the composition obtained, measured according to DIN (Deutsche Industrie Norm) 66131 after calcining for 2 hours at 1100° C. is from 55 to 80 m | 2014-05-22 |
20140141968 | PHOTOCATALYST MATERIAL AND METHOD FOR FABRICATING THE SAME - The disclosure provides a photocatalyst material and a method for fabricating the same. The photocatalyst material includes a zinc oxide material doped with metal, wherein the zinc oxide material has a lattice structure including a plurality of defects. A part of the defects are filled with a metal, | 2014-05-22 |
20140141969 | PROCESS FOR PREPARING ABSORBENT MATERIAL FOR APOLAR COMPOUNDS OR MIXTURES - The present invention discloses a method for preparing and using an absorbent material for apolar compounds or mixtures of apolar compounds, such as organic solvents, mineral oil and derivatives thereof, lubricant oils, edible oils, inter alia. The absorbent material is composed of an fabric matrix of high porosity, low density and high mechanical resistance. This matrix is rendered water-proof, thus acquiring the property of absorbing apolar compounds or mixtures of apolar compounds. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141970 | ABSORBER AND ABSORBENT ARTICLE - An absorber containing non-wood pulp with the settling velocity in water between 2 and 5 seconds, the mean fiber size of 8 to 25 μm, the apparent bulk density of 0.04 to 0.07 g/cm | 2014-05-22 |
20140141971 | GRANULE WITH HYDRATED BARRIER MATERIAL - A granule having high stability and low dust is described. The granule includes a hydrated barrier material having moderate or high water activity. Also described are methods of producing the granules. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141972 | ANTHRANILAMIDE ARTHROPODICIDE TREATMENT - This invention pertains to methods for protecting a propagule or a plant grown therefrom from invertebrate pests comprising contacting the propagule or the locus of the propagule with a biologically effective amount of a compound of Formula I, its N-oxide or an agriculturally suitable salt thereof | 2014-05-22 |
20140141973 | FUNGICIDAL ALKYL- AND ARYL-SUBSTITUTED 2-[2-CHLORO-4-(DIHALO-PHENOXY)-PHENYL]-1-[1,2,4]TRIAZOL-1-YL-ETHANOL COMPOUNDS - The present invention relates to alkyl- and aryl-substituted 2-[2-chloro-4-(dihalo-phenoxy)-phenyl]-1-[1,2,4]triazol-1-yl-ethanol compounds of formula I as defined in the description, and the N-oxides, and salts thereof, processes and intermediates for preparing these compounds and also to compositions comprising at least one such compound. The invention also relates to the use of such compounds and compositions for combating harmful fungi and seed coated with at least one such compound. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141974 | Fungicidal phenylalkyl-substituted 2-[2-chloro-4-(4-chloro-phenoxy)-phenyl]-1-[1,2,4]triazol-1-yl-ethanol compounds - The present invention relates to phenylalkyl-substituted 2-[2-chloro-4-(4-chloro-phenoxy)-phenyl]-1-[1,2,4]triazol-1-yl-ethanol compounds of formula I as defined in the description, and the N-oxides, and salts thereof, their preparation and intermediates for preparing them. The invention also relates to the use of these compounds for combating harmful fungi and seed coated with at least one such compound and also to compositions comprising at least one such compound. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141975 | INSECTICIDAL PYRIDINE COMPOUNDS - The invention disclosed in this document is related to the field of pesticides and their use in controlling pests. Novel pyridine compounds for use in controlling pests are disclosed. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141976 | Pseudozyma aphidis As A Biocontrol Agent Against Various Plant Pathogens - Biocontrol agents are provided, which protect plant and plant material from pests and pathogens, and promote the growth of plants. Also provided are compositions comprising the same, methods for protecting plant and plant material and promoting growth in plants, and uses of said biocontrol agent in the preparation of a pesticidal composition and a growth-promoting composition. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141977 | Suspension Concentrates - The invention relates to suspension concentrates comprising a) one or more pesticides that are solid at room temperature, b) one or more specific copolymers, c) one or more additional auxiliary substances as applicable and d) one or more solvents. The copolymers b) comprise structural units of formula (I), wherein A stands for C | 2014-05-22 |
20140141978 | WATER MISCIBLE MICROEMULSIONS OF WATER INSOLUBLE FILM FORMING POLYMERS - A water miscible emulsion composition which is essentially free of long-chain alkylpyrrolidone and aromatic oil comprising: (i) a long chain substituted amide; (ii) a water insoluble film forming polymer; (iii) a water soluble anionic surfactant; and (iv) optionally, a bioactive, is particularly useful in providing water repellency and delaying the onset of fungi growth on crops and leaves. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141979 | METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING ANTIBIOTIC TARGETS - Disclosed is a method for identifying an essential gene which serves as an antibiotic target in a bacterium, the method comprising the steps of:
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20140141980 | Stratifying and annotating a clinical practice guideline - Personalized medicine involves the use of a patient's molecular markers to guide treatment regimens for the patient. The scientific literature provides multiple examples of correlations between drug treatment efficacy and the presence or absence of molecular markers in a patient sample. Methods are provided herein that permit efficient dissemination of scientific findings regarding treatment efficacy and molecular markers found in patient tumors to health care providers. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141981 | HIGHLY MULTIPLEX PCR METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS - The invention provides methods for simultaneously amplifying multiple nucleic acid regions of interest in one reaction volume as well as methods for selecting a library of primers for use in such amplification methods. The invention also provides library of primers with desirable characteristics, such as minimal formation of amplified primer dimers or other non-target amplicons. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141982 | Methods for sorting nucleic acids and multiplexed preparative in vitro cloning - Methods and compositions relate to the sorting and cloning of high fidelity nucleic acids using high throughput sequencing. Specifically, nucleic acid molecules having the desired predetermined sequence can be sorted from a pool comprising a plurality of nucleic acids having correct and incorrect sequences. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141983 | METHODS OF DISEASE ACTIVITY PROFILING FOR PERSONALIZED THERAPY MANAGEMENT - The present invention provides methods for personalized therapeutic management of a disease in order to optimize therapy and/or monitor therapeutic efficacy. In particular, the present invention comprises measuring an array of one or a plurality of biomarkers at a plurality of time points over the course of therapy with a therapeutic agent to determine a mucosal healing index for selecting therapy, optimizing therapy, reducing toxicity, and/or monitoring the efficacy of therapeutic treatment. In certain instances, the therapeutic agent is a TNFα inhibitor for the treatment of a TNFα-mediated disease or disorder. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141984 | System And Method For Authentication and Tamper Detection Using Nucleic Acid Taggants - Methods for authenticating and/or detecting tampering of an item of interest using a nucleic acid tag. A nucleic acid tag comprising a nucleotide-support platform attached to a nucleic acid molecule is created or obtained and then sealed within or on the item of interest. The surface of the item of interest is sampled for the presence of the seeded tag after the item of interest has been moved from one location to another or has been stored for a period of time, during which tampering can occur and/or authentication may necessary. The presence of the tag can indicate that tampering has occurred, or that the item of interest is authentic. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141985 | BIOMARKERS OF THERAPEUTIC RESPONSIVENESS - The present invention relates to methods of diagnosing a kidney disorder in a patient, as well as methods of monitoring the progression of a kidney disorder and/or methods of monitoring a treatment protocol of a therapeutic agent or a therapeutic regimen. The invention also relates to assay methods used in connection with the diagnostic methods described herein. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141986 | CIRCULATING BIOMARKERS - Biomarkers can be assessed for diagnostic, therapy-related or prognostic methods to identify phenotypes, such as a condition or disease, or the stage or progression of a disease. Circulating biomarkers can be detected and optionally used in profiling of physiological states or determining phenotypes. These include nucleic acids, protein, and circulating structures such as vesicles. Biomarkers can be assessed for diagnostic, prognostic or theranostic purposes, e.g., to select candidate treatment regimens for diseases, conditions, disease stages, and stages of a condition, and can also be used to determine treatment efficacy. Examples of useful circulating biomarkers include polypeptides, nucleic acids (e.g., DNA, mRNA, microRNA) and vesicles. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141987 | METHOD FOR DIAGNOSING ARRHYTHMIA BASED ON SINGLE NUCLEOTIDE POLYMORPHISM IN CHROMOSOME 1Q24, NEURL GENE, OR CUX2 GENE - A method for diagnosing arrhythmia such as atrial fibrillation is provided. A single nucleotide polymorphism present in the region 24 of the long arm of the chromosome 1, NEURL gene, or CUX2 gene is analyzed, and the risk of developing arrhythmia and/or the presence or absence of the onset of arrhythmia is diagnosed on the basis of the analysis result. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141988 | Systems And Compositions For Diagnosing Barrett's Esophagus And Methods Of Using The Same - The invention provides a system, composition, and methods of using the systems and compositions for the analysis of a sample from a subject to accurately diagnose, prognose, or classify the subject with certain grades of or susceptibility to Barrett's esophagus. In some embodiments, the system of the present invention comprises a means of detecting and/or quantifying morphological features, the expression of protein, or the expression of nucleic acids in a plurality of cells and correlating that data with a subject's medical history to predict clinical outcome, treatment plans, preventive medicine plans, or effective therapies. In some embodiments, the invention relates to a method of classifying and compiling data taken from a cell sample from a subject analyzing the data, and converting the data from the system into a score by which a pathologist may calculate the likelihood that the subject develops cancer. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141989 | MULTIPLEXED IDENTIFICATION OF NUCLEIC ACID SEQUENCES - A method for the rapid identification of a target nucleic acid sequence is provided, as well as corresponding devices, products and kits. Such methods are useful for the rapid detection, identification and/or quantification of target nucleic acid sequences associated with, for example, a pathogen. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141990 | PERFORMANCE OF A BIOMARKER PANEL FOR IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME - The present invention provides a method of using a panel of serological and genetic biomarkers to distinguish IBS subjects from healthy subjects and/or to differentiate IBS subtypes from each other. The present invention also provides a method of using one or more psychological measures of a subject in conjunction with a panel of serological and/or genetic biomarkers to further aid in diagnosing IBS or discriminating IBS subtypes from each other. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141991 | HIGH THROUGHPUT DETECTION OF FUSION PROTEINS - A method and related microfluidic chip and kit for high throughput detection of proteins of interest contained in a sample is disclosed. The method comprises of specifically labeling fusion proteins in a complex sample with fusion tag specific fluorophores that specifically bind the fusion tags coupled to the proteins of interest, and subjecting the sample to automated capillary electrophoresis, wherein the presence of the proteins of interest in the sample is detected by fluorescence signals associated with the fusion tag specific fluorophores. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141992 | NEOEPITOPE DETECTION OF DISEASE USING PROTEIN ARRAYS - A biosensor for use in detecting the presence of diseases, the biosensor comprising a detector for detecting a presence of at least one marker indicative of a specific disease. A method of determining efficacy of a pharmaceutical for treating a disease or staging disease by administering a pharmaceutical to a sample containing markers for a disease, detecting the amount of at least one marker of the disease in the sample, and analyzing the amount of the marker in the sample, whereby the amount of marker correlates to pharmaceutical efficacy or disease stage. Markers for gynecological disease. An immune-imaging agent comprising labeled antibodies, whereby the labeled antibodies are isolated and reactive to proteins overexpressed in vivo. Informatics software for analyzing the arrays, the software including analyzing means for analyzing the arrays. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141993 | METHOD FOR DETECTING FUNGI, REACTION SOLUTION FOR PCR, AND CARRIER FOR DETECTING FUNGI - A method for detecting fungi includes amplifying DNA fragments containing target regions in fungal DNA to confirm the presence or absence of an amplified product. As the target regions, both of the ITS region and the β-tubulin gene are used, and by using a primer set for amplifying the β-tubulin gene and a primer set for amplifying the ITS region in a reaction solution for PCR for amplifying the target regions, both of the target regions are simultaneously amplified according to one or two or more types of fungi. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141994 | Protein Scaffolds - The invention provides protein scaffolds and methods of preparing, screening, engineering and using such protein scaffolds. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141995 | IMMUNOASSAY - The invention provides a method of quantifying multiple antigen-specific immunoglobulins in a test sample, the method comprising utilising a serial dilution of anti-immunoglobulin antibodies, fragments or derivatives thereof, immobilised on a solid support in combination with a serial dilution of a reference sample of immunoglobulin to generate multiple binding capacity curves. Such binding capacity curves are matched to specific dose response curves generated for each specific antigen to be tested using serum samples of known reactivity to those antigens to provide a calibration system that enables more accurate analysis of antigen-specific immunoglobulin in a sample. The invention also provides methods for calibrating a device suitable for assaying multiple antigen-specific immunoglobulins binding to multiple antigens or fragments thereof immobilised on a solid support. A multi-allergen test system and kits for use in the methods are also provided. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141996 | Methods and Compositions for the Treatment and Diagnosis of Cancer - Embodiments of the disclosure are directed to methods of diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of cancer. In some embodiments, the methods include targeting a marker that is expressed at abnormal levels in bladder cancer tissue in comparison to normal somatic tissue. Some embodiments are directed to methods of treating cancer comprising administering a composition including a therapeutic that affects the expression or function of a target marker. Some embodiments are directed to methods of detecting cancer comprising detecting a level of a target marker associated with the cancer, | 2014-05-22 |
20140141997 | FOETAL NUCLEATED RED BLOOD CELL DETECTION - In one aspect, the invention is directed to methods of separating foetal nucleated red blood cells (FNRBCs) from a sample comprising contacting the sample with an agent that specifically recognizes CD147, thereby producing a mixture; maintaining the mixture under conditions in which a complex forms between the agent and the CD147 in the sample; and separating the complex from the mixture; thereby separating the FNRBCs from the sample. In other embodiments, the invention is directed to methods of detecting FNRBCs in a sample comprising contacting the sample with an antibody or antigen binding fragment thereof that specifically binds CD147, thereby producing a combination; maintaining the combination under conditions in which an immune complex forms between the antibody and FNRBCs present in the sample; and detecting whether the immune complex forms in the combination; wherein if the immune complex is detected then FNRBCs are present in the sample. In still other aspects, the invention further comprises methods of separating FNRBCs from anucleated RBCs, detecting prenatal disorders and/or the gender of a foetus. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141998 | NEOPLASIA SCREENING COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE - As described in more detail below, the present invention generally features compositions and non-invasive methods useful for the screening, identification, monitoring, or diagnosis of subjects having a neoplasia. The invention further provides highly accurate non-invasive methods for the staging or selection of treatment for a bladder, renal, or prostate cancer in a subject. | 2014-05-22 |
20140141999 | Method for Chip-Integrated Label-Free Detection and Absorption Spectroscopy with High Throughput, Sensitivity, and Specificity - Systems and methods for chip-integrated label-free detection and absorption spectroscopy with high throughput, sensitivity, and specificity are disclosed. The invention comprises packaged chips for multiplexing photonic crystal waveguide and photonic crystal slot waveguide devices. Other embodiments are described and claimed. | 2014-05-22 |
20140142000 | MICROFLUIDIC ARRAY PLATFORM FOR SIMULTANEOUS CELL CULTURE UNDER OXYGEN TENSIONS - The present invention relates to a microfluidic array platform comprising a substrate and two layers between which one membrane is sandwiched, wherein a plurality of cell culture wells are constructed in the top layer and one or more microfluidic channels for oxygen scavenging reactions or/and oxygen generating reactions to control the oxygen tensions are constructed in the bottom player. The microfluidic array platform is capable of simultaneously performing cell culture under different oxygen tensions and compatible with existing cell incubators and high-throughput instruments for cost-effective setup and straightforward operation. | 2014-05-22 |
20140142001 | ORGANO-CASCADE CATALYSIS: ONE-POT PRODUCTION OF CHEMICAL LIBRARIES - A method for production of a chemical library is provided, where the method involves: reacting, in a single vessel, a) a plurality, x, of aldehydes and/or ketones; and b) either (i) a plurality, y, of nucleophiles, (ii) a plurality, z, of electrophiles or both (i) and (ii); in the presence of c) a cascade catalyst capable of catalyzing reaction between said plurality of aldehydes and/or ketones and said plurality of nucleophiles, said plurality of electrophiles or both; to obtain a mixture of x-y β-nucleophile substituted aldehydes and/or ketones, x•z α-electrophile substituted aldehydes and/or ketones or x•y•z β-nucleophile substituted, α-electrophile substituted aldehydes and/or ketones; and the chemical libraries thus produced. | 2014-05-22 |
20140142002 | KINETIC HYDRATE INHIBITORS WITH PENDENT AMINO FUNCTIONALITY - A kinetic gas hydrate inhibitor is provided as a polyester polymer with a plurality of amino or ammonium groups pendent directly from the backbone. A composition containing concentrated kinetic inhibitor is injected into gas wells, or into other systems involving transporting liquid gas mixtures through a conduit. Use of the kinetic inhibitor prevents formation of gas hydrates under conditions of temperature and pressure where they would otherwise occur. | 2014-05-22 |
20140142003 | BIOLOGICALLY-DERIVED MONOESTERS AS DRILLING FLUIDS - The present invention is directed to monoester-based drilling fluid compositions and the method of drilling a borehole with said compositions. In some embodiments, the methods for making such monoester-based lubricants utilize a biomass precursor and/or low value Fischer-Tropsch (FT) olefins and/or alcohols so as to produce high value monoester-based drilling fluids. In some embodiments, such monoester-based drilling fluids are derived from FT olefins and fatty acids. The fatty acids can be from a bio-based source (i.e., biomass, renewable source) or can be derived from FT alcohols via oxidation. | 2014-05-22 |
20140142004 | AMIDE BRANCHED AROMATIC GELLING AGENT ENHANCERS AND BREAKERS - A downhole fluid comprises a base fluid, for example a hydrocarbon base fluid, a gelling agent, and a gel enhancer. The gelling agent has an aromatic core of one or more aromatic rings, the gelling agent having two or more amide branches distributed about the aromatic core, each of the two or more amide branches having one or more organic groups. An example gelling agent is a pyromellitamide gelling agent. A method of making a downhole fluid, the method comprising: combining a base fluid, a gelling agent, and a gel enhancer. A downhole fluid comprising a base fluid, a gelling agent, a breaker, and a gel enhancer. Downhole fluids with such gels and a breaker are also disclosed. | 2014-05-22 |
20140142005 | POTASH PROCESSING WITH A VAPOR-COMPRESSION CYCLE - A potash-extraction system and method for extracting potash from a brine containing potash without the use of water-consuming evaporation ponds or additional chemicals is disclosed. The potash processing system uses a vapor-compression cycle (e.g., heat pump or refrigeration system) to separate potash from brine containing potash and NaCl. In embodiments, heat emitted by components of the vapor-compression cycle (e.g., condenser heat exchanger, evaporator heat exchanger) may heat the brine to precipitate some NaCl from the brine. The remaining potash-concentrated brine may then be cooled to precipitate potash from the solution. The precipitated potash may then be further processed for final use. | 2014-05-22 |
20140142006 | LUBRICATING OIL COMPOSITION AND MECHANICAL APPARATUS - A lubricating oil composition contains: (A) organopolysiloxane; and (B) at least one of a sulfur compound, a phosphorus compound and a zinc compound, the lubricating oil composition having a kinematic viscosity not less than 1 mm | 2014-05-22 |
20140142007 | CARBON LAYER DERIVED FROM CARBIDE CERAMICS AND PREPARATION METHOD THEREOF - Provided is a carbon layer derived from carbide ceramics, wherein metal or non-metal atoms are extracted selectively from the surface of carbide ceramics to form voids, which, in turn, are filled with carbon synthesized by a carbon compound, thereby providing improved roughness and hardness, as well as to a method for preparing the same. | 2014-05-22 |
20140142008 | Lubricant Compositions Comprising Epoxide Compounds - A lubricant composition including an epoxide compound is disclosed. An additive package including the epoxide compound is also disclosed. The epoxide compound of the lubricant composition acts to improve compatibility of the lubricant composition with a fluoropolymer seal and improve the total base number of the lubricant composition. | 2014-05-22 |