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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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05-01-2012 дата публикации

Operation Training Simulation Apparatus for Computer Numerical Control Machine

Номер: US20120004897A1
Автор: Frank Chen
Принадлежит: REN AN INFORMATION Tech Co Ltd

An operation training simulation apparatus for a computer numerical control (CNC) machine includes a CNC casing assembly, a control panel device for inputting control and operation commands, a software simulator connected with the simulated control panel displayer, and a simulation displayer electrically connected to the software simulator. The casing assembly includes a CNC frame body. The control panel device is mounted on the casing assembly and has a realistic function control panel interface and a realistic operation control panel interface. The software simulator generates machining and operation simulations based on the inputted control and operation commands through the control panel device, and the simulation displayer visualizes the machining and operation simulations generated by the software simulator.

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Номер записи: 1
16-08-2012 дата публикации

Surveillance camera with integral large-domain sensor

Номер: US20120206604A1
Автор: Theodore L. Jones
Принадлежит: Bosch Security Systems Inc, ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

A surveillance camera arrangement includes a first camera that performs panning movements about a pan axis, and that performs tilting movements within a plane of tilting motion. The plane of tilting motion is offset from, and substantially parallel to, the pan axis. A second camera is substantially aligned with the pan axis. The second camera has a wider field of view than the first camera.

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Номер записи: 2
18-10-2012 дата публикации

Display instrument having a pointer

Номер: US20120264102A1
Автор: Bernd Ludewig, Jean-Yves Daurelle
Принадлежит: Johnson Controls Automotive Electronics GmbH

An indicating instrument has a pointer rotatable about a pointer axle. A coupling part, a pointer vane and at least one pointer section are arranged between the pointer and the axle. Between the pointer coupling part and the pointer vane at least one pointer section is held in a base structure.

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Номер записи: 3
31-01-2013 дата публикации

Casting mould kit

Номер: US20130026337A1
Автор: Lars Svensson
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention relates to a easting mould kit which is easy both to assemble and disassemble and which comprises very few parts, Such a casting mould kit is used for moulding construction models. The kit comprises a base ( 2 ) plate provided with a grid of dowels ( 4 ) on one side of the base plate ( 2 ) and wall pieces ( 8 ) having a rectangular shape and provided with dowels ( 4 ) on a upper rim ( 10 ) and with recesses ( 14 ) on a lower rim ( 12 ) of the wall piece ( 8 ), The kit also comprises rod shaped roof pieces ( 22 ) having a substantially triangular cross section provided with dowels ( 4 ) on an upper rim ( 40 ) and recesses ( 14 ) at the lower base of the roof shaped piece ( 22 ) and having an roof side ( 24 ) with an inclination which is the opposite of the inclination of a short end side ( 26 ) of the roof piece ( 22 ),

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Номер записи: 4
14-02-2013 дата публикации

Bridle and halter instructional system

Номер: US20130040279A1
Автор: Dawn LANE
Принадлежит: Individual

An instructional system for placing headgear on an animal such as a horse including a headgear assembly such as a halter or bridle, wherein the headgear assembly further includes multiple interconnected structural components; and a plurality of individual color-coded sleeves releasably mounted on certain of the independent interconnected components, wherein the color of each of the color-coded member corresponds both to a predetermined location on the head of the animal and to a particular step in a predetermined method for placing the headgear assembly on the head of the animal.

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Номер записи: 5
28-03-2013 дата публикации

COMPUTER-IMPLEMENTED METHOD OF AND SYSTEM FOR TEACHING AN UNTRAINED OBSERVER TO EVALUATE A GEMSTONE

Номер: US20130078607A1
Автор: LAPA Davy, LENAERTS Christian Marie Joseph Ghislain Corneille
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A computer-implemented method teaches a user to evaluate a gemstone, such as a cut diamond. The method includes providing a computer system connected to an apparatus capable of capturing an image of a gemstone. The computer system is arranged to process a received image of a gemstone to determine one or more optical properties of the gemstone. In one aspect, the method presents on a display of the computer system a series of pre-stored screens comprising a graphical representation how the cut of a gemstone affects its light handling ability, and a user interface screen. The user interface screen allows the user to control the operation of the apparatus to measure the one or more optical properties of a particular gemstone provided to the apparatus, to view an image of the gemstone measured, and to view representations of the measured one or more optical properties. 1accessing, by the potential purchaser, during the retail experience, a gemstone evaluation apparatus operatable to capture a plurality of images of the gemstone;sending, by the potential purchaser, via an interface computer module, instructions to the gemstone evaluation apparatus to capture the plurality of images of the gemstone; andevaluating, by the potential purchaser, via the interface computer module, during the retail experience, one or more optical properties of the gemstone based at least in part on the plurality of images captured by the gemstone evaluation apparatus.. A method of evaluating a gemstone by a potential purchaser during a retail experience, the method comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/918,616, filed Aug. 12, 2004, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/272,447, filed Oct. 15, 2002, both of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety of all purposes.The present invention relates to a computer-implemented method of and system for teaching an untrained observer to evaluate a gemstone such as ...

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Номер записи: 6
29-08-2013 дата публикации

FORCIBLE ENTRY TRAINING DOOR SYSTEM

Номер: US20130224701A1
Автор: Perrone Michael
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Apparatus for training the art of forcible door entry for emergency personnel such as firefighters and, in particular, a reusable forcible entry door training apparatus that allows individuals to simulate forcible entry of outward opening metal doors mounted in metal frames. 1. A forcible entry door training apparatus , Comprising:a base plate;a rectangular frame, mounted to the base plate, the rectangular frame comprising a plurality of jamb elements fixedly connected to each other, wherein the plurality of jamb elements include a first vertical side jamb, a second vertical side jamb, a horizontal top jamb and a horizontal bottom jamb;a plurality of door stop edges formed disposed along backside edges of each of the plurality of jamb elements; andat least one pair of holding brackets extending between front and backside edges of at least two opposing jamb elements of the frame,wherein the holding brackets serve to retain a portion of a metal door within the rectangular frame when a forcible entry tool is wedged between a side edge of the door and the one of the first and second vertical side jambs of the frame.2. The forcible entry door training apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the jamb elements are formed from rectangular tubular steel.3. The forcible entry door training apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pair of holding brackets extend between the first and second vertical side jambs.4. The forcible entry door training apparatus of claim 3 , wherein at least a first holding bracket is fixedly connected to a backside edge of the first and second vertical side jambs and wherein at least a second holding bracket is removably mounted to a frontside edge of the first and second vertical side jambs opposite the first holding bracket.5. The forcible entry door training apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pair of holding brackets extend between the top and bottom side jambs.6. The forcible entry door training apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 7
03-10-2013 дата публикации

DEBRIS-FLOW SIMULATION APPARATUS HAVING VARIABLE FLUME

Номер: US20130255406A1
Автор: Jeong Sueng Won
Принадлежит: KOREA INSTITUTE OF GEOSCIENCE AND MINERAL RESOURCES

Disclosed herein is a debris-flow simulation apparatus having a variable flume. The flume includes a plurality of flume bodies which are connected to each other in the longitudinal direction. The heights of the flume bodies can be easily adjusted, thus varying the angles of inclination of the flume bodies. 1. A debris-flow simulation apparatus , comprising:a flume comprising a plurality of flume bodies connected to each other in a longitudinal direction,wherein heights of the flume bodies are able to be adjusted so that angles of inclination of the flume bodies are variable.2. The debris-flow simulation apparatus as set forth in claim 1 , wherein a width of the flume is variable.3. The debris-flow simulation apparatus as set forth in claim 1 , wherein a length of the flume is variable.4. The debris-flow simulation apparatus as set forth in claim 3 , wherein the flume bodies of the flume comprise:an upper flume body, an angle of inclination and a width of which are variable;a medial flume body connected to the upper flume body, the medial flume body being variable in an angle of inclination, a width and a length; anda lower flume body connected to the medial flume body, the lower flume body being variable in a width and a length.5. The debris-flow simulation apparatus as set forth in claim 4 , further comprisinga lift unit vertically lifting a connector between the upper flume body and the medial flume body, thus varying the angles of inclination of the upper flume body and the medial flume body.6. The debris-flow simulation apparatus as set forth in claim 4 , wherein the angle of inclination of the upper flume body varies in such a way that a rail wheel provided on one end of the upper flume body vertically moves along a guide rail.7. The debris-flow simulation apparatus as set forth in claim 4 , wherein a water-pressure gauge or a load cell is provided under a bottom of each of the upper flume body claim 4 , the medial flume body and the lower flume body claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 8
17-10-2013 дата публикации

Portable Erasable Sign

Номер: US20130273518A1
Автор: Papke James M.
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A portable, erasable sign for use in sporting events and public gatherings. The sign is self-supporting, but flexible enough to be carried and stored in a compact manner. The portable, erasable sign may include openings to facilitate holding of the sign. In certain embodiments, the sign may be rolled up when it is not being displayed. A strap, for example a Velcro strap, or an elastic band may be used to secure the sign in the rolled up position. The surface of the sign is such that any message printed thereon can be erased and replaced with a new message. In particular embodiments, the portable, erasable sign may be imprinted with the insignia for an organization, or a professional or university sports franchise. 1. A portable , erasable sign comprising:a self-supporting, erasable writing surface, wherein the writing surface is configured to be sufficiently rigid such that no support members are used when displaying the writing surface in a flattened configuration;and wherein the writing surface is sufficiently flexible such that the writing surface can be rolled in to a substantially cylindrical shape when the writing surface is not being displayed.2. The portable claim 1 , erasable sign of claim 1 , wherein the self-supporting claim 1 , erasable writing surface includes at least one opening to facilitate holding of the sign by hand.3. The portable claim 2 , erasable sign of claim 2 , wherein a center of the at least one opening is within four inches of a perimeter of the self-supporting claim 2 , erasable writing surface.4. The portable claim 2 , erasable sign of claim 2 , wherein the self-supporting claim 2 , erasable writing surface has an elongated oval shape.5. The portable claim 1 , erasable sign of claim 1 , further comprising one of a holding strap and an elastic band to secure the self-supporting claim 1 , erasable writing surface in a rolled-up position.6. The portable claim 5 , erasable sign of claim 5 , wherein the holding strap comprises a fastening ...

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Номер записи: 9
24-10-2013 дата публикации

TRAINING WEAPON SYSTEM FOR RECOILLESS ANTITANK RIFLE WEAPONS

Номер: US20130280677A1
Автор: Liljeholm Johnny
Принадлежит: SAAB AB

The invention relates to a training weapon system () intended for a recoilless antitank rifle (), the training weapon system () comprising a sub-calibre barrel () for firing sub-calibre practice projectiles () provided with base plates (), the sub-calibre barrel () being arranged in a shell-like body () in the barrel () of the recoilless antitank rifle (), the front part of the sub-calibre barrel () being fitted in a guide part () for centring the barrel (), and a rear part of the barrel () being fitted in a breech (), comprising a firing channel () and a nozzle screw thread () for fitting a nozzle screw (), which is arranged in the rear part of the shell-like body (). The invention is characterized in that the training weapon system () comprises at least one locking part (), the function of which is to prevent the nozzle screw () or the base plate () of the projectile () or part of the base plate () being expelled backwards through the nozzle funnel () of the antitank rifle () as loose flying projectiles. 1. Training weapon system intended for a recoilless antitank rifle , the training weapon system comprising a sub-calibre barrel for firing sub-calibre practice projectiles provided with base plates , the sub-calibre barrel being arranged in a shell-like body in the barrel of the recoilless antitank rifle , the front part of the sub-calibre barrel being fitted in a guide part for centring the barrel , and a rear part of the barrel being fitted in a breech , comprising a firing channel and a nozzle screw thread for fitting a nozzle screw , which is arranged in the rear part of the shell-like body , characterized in that the training weapon system comprises at least one locking part , the function of which is to prevent the nozzle screw or the base plate of the projectile or part of the base plate being expelled backwards through the nozzle funnel of the antitank rifle as loose flying projectiles.2. Training weapon system according to claim 1 , wherein the locking ...

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Номер записи: 10
24-10-2013 дата публикации

Kit Of Pre-Construction Samples For Replicating Construction Products

Номер: US20130280680A1
Автор: Bender David J., Bender James J.
Принадлежит:

The present invention is a pre-construction sample that is made of a flexible material and has a product image corresponding to an actual construction product. The pre-construction sample is preferably at least 18 inches in one dimension. The pre-construction sample is preferably produced by a printing process having at least 200 dpi, and more preferably 300 dpi. Kits of pre-construction samples are provided to assist the consumer choosing from among various construction products, such as flooring, decking, countertops, cabinets, windows, shingles, among others. 120-. (canceled)21. A method of assisting a consumer with a selection of a wood-flooring product , comprising:allowing the consumer to access at least one web page, the at least one web page including a plurality of icons corresponding to a plurality of wood-flooring samples, each of the wood-flooring samples being made of a flexible material and having a substantially flat primary surface that includes a wood-flooring image replicating a wood-flooring product, the primary surface having a width and a length, at least one of the length and the width of each wood-flooring sample being at least 18 inches, the wood-flooring image for each wood-flooring sample being an image of only a single wood-floor product and having multiple wood plank images with width dimensions that substantially correspond to width dimensions of wood planks of the wood-flooring product being replicated, the wood-flooring products being replicated by the plurality of wood-flooring samples having different characteristics;based on the interaction of the consumer with the at least one webpage, receiving selections of at least one of the plurality of wood-flooring samples;rolling the at least one selected wood-flooring sample into a generally cylindrical shape such that the primary surface containing the wood-flooring image is facing outwardly; andwhile in the generally cylindrical shape, placing the at least one selected wood-flooring ...

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Номер записи: 11
24-10-2013 дата публикации

System and Method For Gathering And Analyzing Biometric User Feedback For Use In Social Media And Advertising Applications

Номер: US20130280682A1
Автор: Kothuri Ravi Kanth V., Levine Brian, Marci Carl
Принадлежит:

A system and method for measuring biologically and behaviorally based responses to social media, locations, or experiences and providing instant and continuous feedback in response thereto. The system and method of the invention is capable of monitoring stress levels and well-being and may be implemented using a cloud-based infrastructure for remote monitoring. 1. A system for determining the emotional response of a user to social media comprising:a plurality of biometric sensors in a first device operable to measure a plurality of biometric parameters for a user of the first device when exposed to a social media application, a marketing or advertising application, or a combination thereof;a computer system operable to receive data representative of the plurality of biometric parameters, wherein the computer system further comprises a memory capable of storing the data, wherein the system is capable of determining an emotional response of the user, identifying the causation of the emotional response, and delivering the emotional response and the causation to a listening application for appropriate action.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of biometric parameters comprise at least two of galvanic skin response claim 1 , heart response claim 1 , motion claim 1 , skin temperature claim 1 , breathing claim 1 , EEG claim 1 , EMG claim 1 , pupil dilation claim 1 , eye tracking claim 1 , facial expressions claim 1 , or a combination thereof3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first device comprises a device capable of accessing a social media application claim 1 , a marketing or advertising application claim 1 , or a combination thereof.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the first device is selected from the group consisting of mobile devices claim 3 , tablets claim 3 , laptops claim 3 , desktops claim 3 , goggles claim 3 , watches claim 3 , and combinations thereof.5. The system of claim 3 , wherein the first device further comprises image acquisition ...

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Номер записи: 12
21-11-2013 дата публикации

METHOD FOR RATING ELECTRONIC BOOK

Номер: US20130309649A1
Автор: Kamiyama Hiroshi, TSAI PEI-HSUN, WO HAI-TAO
Принадлежит: YINGQIDA INFORMATION CO., LTD.

A method for rating electronic books (e-books) is revealed. Acquire and save an e-book in a memory device. Set up a criterion that includes at least one standard value and a plurality of regions defined by the standard value. Compile at least one electronic label corresponding to the region by an input device and save the electronic label in the memory device. The electronic label is linked to at least one electronic page of the e-book so that the electronic label is displayed with the electronic page when the e-book is retrieved by a reading device. The present invention can be applied to rating, copyright notice, and classification of e-books. The electronic labels in visual or audio form show messages related to e-book rating, copyright notice and classification. 1. A method for rating e-books comprising the steps of:acquiring an e-book and storing the e-book in a memory device;setting up a criterion that includes at least one standard value and at least two regions being defined by the standard value;contrasting content of the e-book with the standard value by a processor so as to classify the e-book into one of the regions;compiling at least one electronic label corresponding to the region by an input device and storing the electronic label in the memory device; andlinking the electronic label to at least one electronic page of the e-book so that the electronic label is displayed together with the electronic page while the e-book being retrieved by a reading device.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the criterion is a rating criterion and the electronic label includes a rating message.3. The method as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the standard value is a standard value for rating and two regions are defined by the standard value for rating; the two regions are respectively a general category region and a restricted category region; the standard value for rating represents that a ratio of words involving violence claim 2 , crime or sex in content of an ...

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Номер записи: 13
16-01-2014 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MINING SIMULATIONS

Номер: US20140015165A1
Автор: Kloepfer Brian Matthew
Принадлежит: CAROLINA BIOLOGICAL SUPPLY COMPANY

The present invention relates to an educational method and apparatus for the instruction of basic scientific principles relating to mining. The apparatus consists of a kit for science instruction that comprises a topographic mold, casting compound, and one or more components simulating materials found in nature beneath the surface of the earth. The kit may include a tool for obtaining core samples of the resulting topographic model and may include a topographic map. The components of the kit may be used in conjunction with weight measurement tools. 15-. (canceled)6. A method of constructing a topographic model from which one or more core samples can be removed , comprising the steps ofassembling one or more simulation components to simulate material found in nature beneath the surface of the earth in a topographic mold having one or more mold cavities, said simulation components having a consistency and texture that permits obtaining core samples;casting a topographic model by loading a casting compound into the mold, encasing and embedding the simulation components within the casting compound, said casting compound being formed of material that, once cured, will permit the removal of core samples from the cast without significantly affecting the texture and composition of other portions of the cast; andallowing the casting compound to cure and removing the cast topographic model from the topographic mold. A portion of the disclosure of this patent document contains material which is subject to copyright protection. The copyright owner has no objection to the facsimile reproduction by anyone of the patent document or the patent disclosure, as it appears in the Patent and Trademark Office patent file or records, but otherwise reserves all copyright rights whatsoever.This application claims the priority of Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/320,206, filed on Apr. 1, 2010 the entire disclosure of which, including the drawings, is incorporated herein by ...

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Номер записи: 14
30-01-2014 дата публикации

SENSORY INPUT DEVICES, AND SENSORY INPUT METHODS

Номер: US20140030683A1
Автор: BALLARD Rebecca Anna
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A sensory input device comprising at least one contact structure, at least one image of a hand on a first surface of the contact structure, at least one image of a foot on a second surface of the contact structure, at least one representation of a hand perceptible on the first surface, and/or at least one representation of a foot perceptible on the second surface. A sensory input apparatus comprising a sensory input device attached to at least one support structure. A method comprising positioning a person a person who has been characterized as having compromised sensory functions on a swing that can swing to a location where the person's hands or feet can contact a sensory input device. 1. A sensory input device comprising: 'the first surface and the second surface being major surfaces of the contact structure,', 'at least one contact structure that comprises a first surface and a second surface,'}an image of a left hand back side and an image of a right hand back side on the first surface, the image of a left hand back side to the left of the image of a right hand back side,', 'the image of a left hand back side being substantially the same size as the image of a right hand back side,', 'the image of a left foot top side to the left of the image of a right foot top side,', 'the image of a left foot top side being substantially the same size as the image of a right foot top side,', 'an orientation of the image of a left hand back side being substantially the same as an orientation of the image of a right hand back side,', 'an orientation of the image of a right foot top side being substantially the same as an orientation of the image of a left foot top side., 'an image of a left foot op side and an image of a right foot top side on the second surface,'}2. A sensory input device as recited in claim 1 , wherein:the first surface and the second surface each have a first axis of substantial symmetry and a second axis of substantial symmetry, the first axis of ...

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Номер записи: 15
30-01-2014 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR REAL TIME EXPRESSION

Номер: US20140030693A1
Автор: Dynlacht Joseph
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Methods and devices for real time expression at an event. In one embodiment, an article includes an image of a figure, entity, or individual and an expression area including a rewritable surface. In another embodiment, a method includes the steps of displaying an article including an image of a figure, entity, or individual, where the article also includes an expression area with a rewritable surface, displaying the article in a public or private event, where a figure, entity, or individual is participating in the event, and expressing a sentiment in the expression area. 1. An article comprising:an image of a figure, entity, or individual andan expression area including a rewritable surface.2. The article of further comprising a panel supporting the image and the expression area claim 1 , wherein the expression area is affixed to the panel.3. The article of wherein the expression area is detachable from the panel.4. The article of wherein the panel includes a magnetic surface.5. The article of wherein the expression area represents a speech bubble.6. The article of wherein the expression area represents a thought bubble or an exclamation bubble.7. The article of wherein the expression area represents a caption.8. The article of wherein the rewritable surface is erasable.9. The article of wherein the expression area includes an electronic display.10. The article of further comprising a dry erase marker or a dry eraser for use with the expression area.11. A method comprising the steps of:displaying an article including an image of a figure, entity, or individual, where the article also includes an expression area with a rewritable surface,displaying the article at an event, where the figure, entity, or individual is participating in the event, andexpressing a sentiment in the expression area.12. The method of further comprising the step of:expressing the sentiment in real-time relative to the event.13. The method of further comprising the step of:erasing the sentiment ...

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Номер записи: 16
27-02-2014 дата публикации

Machine That Simulates The Movement Produced During Transport

Номер: US20140057245A1
Автор: Giner Amparo Martinez, Javierre Patricia Navarro, Llorca Juan Alcaraz, Martinez Manuel-Alfredo Garcia-Romeu, Meri Javier Zabaleta, Navarro Enrique De La Cruz
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The invention relates to a machine that simulates movement during transport, for the testing of packaging elements. The machine comprises: a load platform (), the lower part of said platform having attached thereto a plurality of upper ball joints () with a ±30° rotation angle, coplanar with the axis of rotation of a rotating support (); and a lower platform () which is located opposite the load platform () and which is provided with anchors for attaching same to a vertical vibration table (). Additionally, a central support () is located between the load platform () and the lower platform (). Furthermore, a plurality of mutually independent hydraulic servo-actuators () are attached between the upper spherical ball joints () and the lower ball joints (), said servo-actuators () being placed along two perpendicular planes that pass through the center of the rotating support (), forming a 90° angle. 1. Machine for simulating movement produced during transport , in particular that can be applied to simulate how products and/or packaging behave , comprising a load platform where objects , packages , palletised loads or similar loads to be tested are placed , wherein the lower part of said platform has attached thereto a plurality of upper spherical ball joints with an approximate ±30° rotation angle , coplanar with the axis of rotation of a rotating support , and wherein a lower platform , which is located opposite the load platform and which is provided with anchors for attachment to a vertical vibration table and having a counterweight configured to maintain the centre of mass in the central axis of the system is located on the lower platform; additionally , a central support , connecting both platforms , is located between the load platform and the lower platform and , furthermore , a plurality of mutually independent hydraulic servo-actuators , configured to generate the pitch and roll movement of the upper load platform are integrally attached between the upper ...

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Номер записи: 17
02-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD FOR DETERMINING PHYSICAL SIMILARITY SIMULATION MATERIAL OF SOLID BACKFILL BODY

Номер: US20200003667A1
Автор: CHEN Yadong, HAN Xiaole, LAN Lixin, Tai Yang, ZHANG Jixiong, ZHANG QIANG
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A method for determining a physical similarity simulation material of a solid backfill body is provided. A compaction test is run on a gangue backfill body in a lab, to obtain a ε-σ curve regarding the gangue backfill body in the compaction process. Backfill blocks are made by using a thin wood board, sponge, and a paper sheet in different proportions, and then an unconfined compression test is separately run on the backfill blocks used for physical similarity simulation, to obtain ε-σcurves regarding the backfill blocks in the compression process. A sum of squared errors Σ(ε−ε)is introduced to separately calculate a sum of squared errors of the backfill block and that of the gangue backfill body, and accordingly an error between ε-σ curves regarding the test block and the gangue backfill body is determined. Finally, a backfill block for which the sum of squared errors is less than 0.5 is determined as a physical similarity simulation material of the gangue backfill body. By fabrication and selection of similar materials, the present invention can reduce an error caused by a selected backfilling material during a physical similarity simulation experiment, guaranteeing the accuracy of the physical similarity simulation experiment for solid backfill mining. 1. A method for designing a backfill-mining mass ratio in solid backfill mining , comprising the following steps:{'sub': 0', '0, 'running a compaction test on a gangue backfill body by using a servo testing machine, recording values of stress σ and strain ε in a loading process, and drawing a ε-σcurve 1 regarding the gangue backfill body in compaction process as a reference curve;'}{'sub': '1', 'setting an excavation height of a physical similarity model to h, and an excavation step to s, to obtain a height of a backfill block h=h/n, wherein coefficient n is a real number not less than 1, the height of the backfill block is less than or equal to the excavation height of the model;'}designing dimensions of the ...

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Номер записи: 18
12-01-2017 дата публикации

TRANSPORTABLE ROOF SAFETY TRAINING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20170011660A1
Автор: Jones Charles E., Pierce Michael Todd
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According to principles of the embodiments as disclosed herein, a transportable roof safety training system with a trailer including a movable roof platform is provided which allows for mobile training of professionals who work on roofs. The transportable roof safety training system includes a roof platform mounted to a trailer. The roof platform may have an anti-slip coating on its upper surface and may be movable from a stowed position that has a low resistance to wind to one or more inclined positions that mimic the slope of a roof. A lift moves the roof between the various positions. 1. A transportable roof safety training system , comprising: a trailer frame, the trailer frame having a front end and a rear end;', 'a trailer bed integrated with the trailer frame;', 'at least one axle having wheels rotatably mounted thereon, the at least one axle affixed to the trailer frame; and', 'a hitch coupler attached to the front end of the trailer frame and configured to couple to a trailer hitch;, 'a trailer, the trailer includinga platform including a first portion and a second portion, the first portion having a first end rotatably coupled to the second portion and the first portion having a second end rotatably coupled to the trailer;roofing material mounted to an upper surface of the platform; anda lift having a fixed end coupled to the trailer and a lifting end coupled to a the first portion of the platform.2. The transportable roof safety training system of claim 1 , further comprising:a track extending from a front end of the trailer bed towards a rear end of the trailer bed, the track configured to engage with and support the second portion of the platform.3. The transportable roof safety training system of claim 2 , wherein the second portion of the platform includes:at least one roller rotatably coupled thereto, the at least one roller configured to engage with the track.4. The transportable roof safety training system of claim 1 , further comprising:one or ...

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Номер записи: 19
11-01-2018 дата публикации

System and Method for Distributing Product Samples to Promote Sales in an Ornamental and Pressure-Free Environment

Номер: US20180012326A1
Автор: CUELLO MARIAN
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A system and method for distributing product samples to promote sales in an ornamental and pressure-free environment. The system allows a consumer to sample a product and become educated about the product in an ornamental, strategically illuminated chamber, and with no sales pressure. The chamber includes a product section that displays product samples that correlate to products. The product samples are displayed from multiple modules, aesthetically arranged throughout the product section. A radial illumination assembly, which is shaped similar to a snowflake, illuminates the modules to strategically enhance the display of product samples and create a pleasant product sampling experience. The chamber includes a registration section to collect information from the consumer. The chamber includes an educational section to educate the consumer about the product. The chamber includes a product collection section that provides the option of performing a purchase transaction for the product, or receiving a free product bundle. 1. A method for distributing product samples to promote sales in an ornamental and pressure-free environment , the method comprising:providing a chamber, the chamber comprising an entry section, a registration section, a product section having a plurality of modules, an education section, and a purchase section;displaying, at the plurality of modules, a product sample correlating to a product;providing a radial illumination assembly configured to illuminate the product sample, the radial illumination assembly comprising center region and a plurality of arms disposed to extend radially from the center region, the plurality of arms carrying a plurality of lights configured to emit light towards the plurality of modules;registering, at the registration section, a consumer, the registration comprising collecting information from the consumer;allowing, at the plurality of modules, the consumer to sample the product sample;educating, at the education ...

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Номер записи: 20
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Educational lamp

Номер: US20180012513A1
Автор: Antonio Hu
Принадлежит: Antonio Hu

A kit for assembling and decorating a lamp that educates children about scientific, engineering, and artistic principles. Assembling the lamp housing teaches children about fasteners, tools, and mechanisms. Assembling the electronics teaches children about electronic components. Controlling the lights teaches children about lighting, colors, and software.

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Номер записи: 21
14-01-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO SIMULATE ROBOTIC JOINING OPERATIONS

Номер: US20210012678A1
Автор: Diaz Cano Francisco Jose, Torrecilla Pedro Gerardo Marquinez
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Systems and methods to simulate robotic joining operations are disclosed. An example system to simulate a robotic application includes: an image sensor configured to capture images of a physical simulation workpiece and a physical simulation welding torch manipulated by a robotic arm during welder during a simulated operation; and a simulator configured to: calculate a simulated result based on the captured images and based on communications output by the robotic arm; and output a visual representation of the simulated result. 1. A system to simulate a robotic application , the system comprising:an image sensor configured to capture images of a physical simulation workpiece and a physical simulation implement manipulated by a robotic arm during a simulated operation; and calculate a simulated result based on the captured images and based on communications output by the robotic arm; and', 'output a visual representation of the simulated result., 'a simulator configured to2. The system as defined in claim 1 , wherein the simulator is configured to determine one or more weld parameters based on interpreting visual markers in the captured images claim 1 , and to calculate the simulated result based on the one or more weld parameters.3. The system as defined in claim 1 , wherein the simulator is configured to determine one or more weld parameters based on the communications output by the robotic arm.4. The system as defined in claim 1 , further comprising a robot interpreter configured to convert communications from the robotic arm to a simulator communication format.5. The system as defined in claim 4 , wherein the communications from the robotic arm comprise a standardized field bus format.6. The system as defined in claim 1 , further comprising a robot controller configured to program the robotic arm to execute the simulated operation.7. The system as defined in claim 1 , wherein the simulator is configured to calculate the simulated result for discrete slices of a ...

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Номер записи: 22
16-01-2020 дата публикации

SHIP MODEL

Номер: US20200020250A1
Автор: Eismann Joachim
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A ship model having an elongated ship body configured in such a way that the ship body is divided over its longitudinal extent (L) into a plurality of segments that can move relative to one another and can be lowered below a water surface. 122-. (canceled)23. A ship model , comprising:an elongated hull divided into a plurality of segments;the plurality of segments being movable with respect to one another and being immersible under a water surface.24. The ship model of claim 23 , wherein the plurality of segments are connected to one another in an articulated manner.25. The ship model of claim 23 , wherein the elongated hull is divided into at least two segments.26. The ship model of claim 23 , wherein the elongated hull is divided into at least four segments.27. The ship model of claim 23 , wherein each of the plurality of segments configured to be lowered below the water surface while the remaining plurality of segments remain in a floating position on the water surface.28. The ship model of claim 23 , wherein the elongated hull is movable into a controlled claim 23 , contiguous slanted position in a manner that the elongated hull is partially disposed below the water surface.29. The ship model of claim 24 , further comprising an articulated connection that pivotably connects one of the plurality of segments with another of the plurality of segments claim 24 , wherein the one of the plurality of segments is almost completely below the water surface and is movable into an almost horizontal position below the water surface.30. The ship model of claim 24 , further comprising a multi-joint arrangement to connect two or more of the plurality of segments with each other claim 24 , wherein the multi-joint arrangement and the two or more of the plurality of segments are configured to incline the two or more of the plurality of segments into a projecting position of 60° or more with respect to the water surface.31. The ship model of claim 30 , wherein the multi-joint ...

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Номер записи: 23
26-01-2017 дата публикации

Doll System

Номер: US20170021283A1
Автор: Jones Elaine
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A doll system is provided and comprises a plurality of dolls. The form and likeness of each doll is based on a plurality of developmental stages of a specific female or male child. Each doll is constructed to directly correspond to images of actual models at different ages. 1. A doll system comprising:a plurality of dolls, the form and likeness of each doll based on a plurality of developmental stages of a specific female or male child;wherein each doll is constructed to directly correspond to images of actual models at different ages.2. The doll system of and further comprising:a first developmental stage;a second developmental stage; anda third developmental stage.3. The doll system of wherein the first developmental stage is infancy to two years old claim 2 , the second developmental stage is three years old to seven years old claim 2 , and the third developmental stage is eight years old to preteen years.4. The doll system of wherein the third developmental stage doll has a bust section removable from the remaining portion of the doll.5. The doll system of wherein each doll has hair claim 1 , the hair being textured and life-like.6. The doll system of wherein the hair is removable.7. The doll system of and further comprising:a sound producing system mounted within each doll;wherein each doll can talk and sing.8. The doll system of and further comprising:an activation switch for selectively turning the sound producing system on and off.9. The doll system of wherein the activation switch is positioned in a hand of each doll such that the sound producing system is activated by pressure applied to the activation switch.10. The doll system of and further comprising:at least one speaker mounted within each doll.11. The doll system of wherein each doll talks and sings in a variety of languages including English claim 7 , Spanish claim 7 , and French.12. The doll system of wherein each doll communicates verbal questions claim 11 , conversation segments claim 11 , and ...

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Номер записи: 24
25-01-2018 дата публикации

Electronic Manual with Cross-Linked Text and Virtual Models

Номер: US20180025659A1
Автор: Liu Win
Принадлежит: SHARP VISION SOFTWARE, LLC

A method of providing an electronic manual with three-dimensional (3D) virtual models includes instructions executed by a processor and includes retrieving an electronic manual from a memory device and displaying the electronic manual on a display interface of a display device, where the electronic manual includes a textual instruction section and a virtual model section and where the virtual model section includes a 3D virtual model of an object. The method includes receiving, by a user interface of the display device, a user input selecting a linked text displayed in the textual instruction section, identifying a component of the object in the 3D virtual model that is linked to the linked text, and highlighting, in response to identifying the component of the object in the 3D virtual model, the component of the object in the 3D virtual model displayed on display interface of the display device. 1. A non-transitory computer-readable medium comprising instructions that when executed by a processor display an electronic manual on a display interface of a display device , the instructions comprising:retrieving an electronic manual from a memory device;displaying the electronic manual on a display interface of a display device, the electronic manual comprising a textual instruction section and a virtual model section, wherein the virtual model section includes a 3D virtual model of an object;receiving from an input interface device a user input selecting a linked text displayed in the textual instruction section;identifying, in response to receiving the user input selecting the linked text, a component of the object in the 3D virtual model that is linked to the linked text; andhighlighting, in response to identifying the component of the object in the 3D virtual model, the component of the object in the 3D virtual model displayed on display interface of the display device.2. The non-transitory computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein the instructions further ...

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Номер записи: 25
25-01-2018 дата публикации

EDUCATIONAL COMPUTER PUZZLE

Номер: US20180025661A1
Автор: More William J.
Принадлежит: Lynn Properties, L.L.C.

An educational tool provides for presenting a challenge to solve a puzzle game with multiple, differentiated levels of playing surfaces and puzzle pieces. A user may zoom dynamically in and out and shift between the levels of playing surfaces and/or puzzle pieces. A geographic map-based puzzle game may include multiple layers of a world level with an option for zooming to a continent level, with a further option for zooming to a country level with all of the options having the potential to provide various levels of specifics and information, etc. and further in or back out. Each level or playing surface and each puzzle piece may make educational elements available to the user, at the user's discretion. For example, in a map-based puzzle, each piece at the country level may also state the largest city and/or the capital of the country and also all important bodies of water surrounding each country along with name of the body of water for any waters surrounding the country. 1. A system for presenting an educational challenge to a user , the system comprising:a computerized platform including a processor, a display coupled to the processor, and a user input device coupled to the processor;wherein the processor is programmed to provide via the display a menu to the user with a selection of puzzles, each puzzle providing a virtual container area and a solution area, the puzzle further providing a set of puzzle pieces in the virtual container area and a set of solution locations in the solution area, each solution location corresponding to one of the puzzle pieces, and the processor further providing for the user to operate the user input device to move one or more puzzle pieces from the virtual container area to the solution area;wherein the processor depicts on the display each puzzle piece in the virtual container area at substantially the same size, and wherein the processor evaluates a size of each solution location and adjusts the size of each puzzle piece as the ...

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Номер записи: 26
24-04-2014 дата публикации

Interactive Brake Display System

Номер: US20140113271A1
Автор: Elder Ramon
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An interactive physical display is provided. The display provides specific components of a system, such as a braking system, devoid of certain conventional features such that system operations are visible. An actuator for communication with a user is provided, the actuator allowing a user to activate features of the system. 1. An interactive display device for simulating and displaying a braking function , the display comprising:a braking element comprising at least one rotational component and at least one brake;means for applying rotation to the at least one rotational component;an actuator for receiving a force from a user and transmitting said force to said at least one brake;a stand supporting at least the braking element in a predetermined position; anda handle interconnected to the display for at least one of lifting and moving the display.2. The interactive display of claim 1 , wherein the at least one rotational component comprises a disc3. The interactive display of claim 1 , wherein the at least one brake comprises a friction brake.4. The interactive display of claim 1 , wherein the means for applying rotation comprises a hand crank.5. The interactive display of claim 1 , wherein the actuator comprises at least one of a bulb pump claim 1 , a hand lever claim 1 , and a foot pedal.6. The interactive display of claim 1 , wherein the display comprises a graphical user interface for displaying at least one of the force applied to the actuator and a resultant braking force.7. The interactive display of claim 1 , wherein the display is devoid of features for converting rotational motion to linear motion.8. The interactive display of claim 1 , further comprising:a computer;a display screen; anda sensor array in communication with the computer, the at least one rotational component, and the at least one brake, wherein the computer is operable to determine a predicted stopping distance for an associated automobile, and wherein the display screen is operable to ...

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Номер записи: 27
30-01-2020 дата публикации

RIDE QUALITY ELEVATOR SIMULATOR

Номер: US20200035129A1
Автор: Roberts Randy
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An elevator simulator is provided. Aspects includes an elevator car and a simulation control element associated with the elevator car and being configured to perform an elevator ride simulation for the elevator car. Aspects also include a simulation controller configured to perform the elevator car simulation by operating the simulation control element to simulate an elevator ride for the elevator car 1. An elevator simulator comprising:an elevator car;a simulation control element associated with the elevator car and being configured to perform an elevator ride simulation for the elevator car; anda simulation controller configured to perform the elevator car simulation by operating the simulation control element to simulate an elevator ride for the elevator car.2. The elevator simulator of claim 1 , wherein the simulation control element comprises a platform having an actuator claim 1 , wherein the elevator car is arranged on the platform.3. The elevator simulator of claim 2 , wherein simulating the elevator ride comprises:operating the actuator to impart multi-axial force by the platform to simulate movement of the elevator car along an x-axis, a y-axis, and a z-axis; andoperating the actuator to impart rotational force by the platform to simulate movement of the elevator car along a theta-x rotational axis, theta-y rotational axis, and theta-z rotational axis.4. The elevator simulator of claim 1 , wherein the simulation control element comprise an audio control element.5. The elevator simulator of claim 4 , wherein simulating the elevator ride comprises operating the audio control element to simulate movement of the elevator car.6. The elevator simulator of claim 1 , wherein the simulation control element comprise a visual control element.7. The elevator simulator of claim 6 , wherein simulating the elevator ride comprises operating the visual control element to simulate movement of the elevator car.8. The elevator simulator of claim 1 , wherein the simulation ...

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Номер записи: 28
11-02-2016 дата публикации

Intrusion Simulator

Номер: US20160042669A1
Автор: Kim Hyoung Eui, Kim Hyoung Joon, Kim Hyoung Min
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Provided is an intrusion simulator, and more particularly, an intrusion simulator capable of reproducing a situation in which a passenger's ankle is broken at the time of intrusion of a structure such as a steering gear box due to a head-on collision of a vehicle and a collision situation of passenger's knees with a wheel or a dash board due to the intruded structure, and applying the accelerating force using the automatically controllable servo actuator to reproduce each situation to perform the simulation so as to obtain the accurately measured values, and to improve a structure of the vehicle body in the development or production of the vehicle. 1. An intrusion simulator , comprising:a basic board;a moving board formed at a rear upper of the basic board and moving forward and backward;a horizontal board inserted into a rear of the moving board and moving up and down;a dash board having one surface coupled with a hinge part which is formed at a front upper of the moving board and the other surface which moves forward and backward based on the hinge part as a shaft;a steering part formed in front of the other surface of the dash board and including a wheel formed at a rear upper;a moving board actuator formed at one side of the front of the basic board and having one side connected to the moving board to move the moving board forward and backward;a dash board actuator formed in the other side of the front of the basic board and having one side hinge-connected with the dash board to move the dash board forward and backward based on a hinge shaft; anda horizontal board actuator moving the horizontal board up and down.2. The intrusion simulator of claim 1 , wherein the steering part is formed to move up and down.3. The intrusion simulator of claim 2 , further comprising:a steering part actuator moving the steering part up and down.4. The intrusion simulator of claim 1 , wherein the moving board actuator and the dash board actuator are a pneumatic chamber integrated ...

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Номер записи: 29
06-02-2020 дата публикации

SPRAY PATTERN DEMONSTRATION KIT

Номер: US20200043376A1
Автор: Ledebuhr Mark, Spandl Eric P., Wolf Ryan
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The present application relates generally to a demonstration kit for various nozzles. The demonstration kit may include a spray assembly and a control assembly. The spray assembly may include a case having a base and a cover rotatably coupled to the base, a plurality of back wall panels configured to be secured to a sidewall of the base, a boom connected to an interior surface of the case, and one or more nozzles connected to the boom and repositionable along a length of the boom. The control assembly includes at least one pump that when in an operating orientation is fluidly connected to the one or more nozzles and a portable power supply in electrical communication with the at least one pump. 1. A demonstration kit comprising:a case having a base and a cover connected to the base, the base and the cover moveable relative to one another to define an opened position of the case and a closed position of the case;a boom connected to the case and manipulatable between a collapsed position when the case is in the closed position, and an extended position when the case is in the opened position;one or more nozzles coupled to the boom and repositionable along a length of the boom;a plurality of panels positioned relative to the case and configured to block spray from the one or more nozzles; andat least one pump that when in an operating orientation is fluidly connected to the one or more nozzles.2. The demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of panels comprises a plurality of back wall panels and a plurality of side wall panels claim 1 , and wherein the plurality of panels are secured or configured to be secured to the case.3. The demonstration kit of claim 1 , further comprising a splash guard configured to be secured to a sidewall of the case.4. The demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the boom is rotatably coupled to the case.5. The demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pump is arrangeable outside of the case.6. The demonstration kit ...

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Номер записи: 30
26-02-2015 дата публикации

System and method for manual welder training

Номер: US20150056584A1
Автор: Christopher C. Conrardy, Douglas A. Clark, M. William Forquer, Paul Christopher BOULWARE
Принадлежит: EWI Inc

A method for manual welder training that includes providing a welding training apparatus that includes both hardware and software components and that is operative to gather and process data in real time, wherein the data is derived from an actual training exercise conducted by a welding trainee; selecting training objectives from a predetermined number of predefined objectives; initializing a curriculum, wherein the curriculum is based on the selected training objectives; performing at least one training exercise, wherein the training exercise is a component of the curriculum; providing real-time feedback to the trainee, wherein the real-time feedback is based on the performance of the trainee during the training exercise; evaluating the performance of the trainee based on data gathered and processed during the training exercise; optionally, adapting the curriculum based on the trainee's performance evaluation; and awarding credentials or certifications to the trainee following successful completion of the curriculum.

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Номер записи: 31
26-02-2015 дата публикации

CONFIGURABLE PANEL DISPLAY

Номер: US20150056600A1
Автор: Melashenko Connie, Woiken Dale William
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A configurable panel display includes panel frames configurable to support respective panels, adjacent ones of the panel frames being pivotably connected along opposing edges, each panel frame having intersecting sides formed by tubular frame members, and a cap hinge assembly pivotably connecting two adjacent ones of the panel frames. Each cap hinge assembly includes two frame corner pieces, each frame corner piece interconnecting tubular frame members of two intersecting sides of a respective one of the adjacent ones of the panel frames. Each frame corner piece includes projections received within the interconnected tubular frame members, a central corner piece body from which each of the projections integrally extends, a hinge cap spanning the two frame corner pieces, and two fastening members, each fastening member connecting the hinge cap to a respective one of the frame corner pieces. 1. A configurable panel display , comprising:a plurality of panel frames configurable to support respective panels, adjacent ones of the panel frames being pivotably connected along opposing edges such that the configurable panel display is foldable to a state in which the adjacent ones of the panel frames are overlapped and parallel, each panel frame having intersecting sides formed by tubular frame members; and [ projections received within the interconnected tubular frame members, and', 'a central corner piece body from which each of the projections integrally extends, the central corner piece body defining a hole extending inward from a shoulder of the central corner piece body,, 'two frame corner pieces, each frame corner piece interconnecting tubular frame members of two intersecting sides of a respective one of the adjacent ones of the panel frames, each frame corner piece comprising, 'a hinge cap spanning the two frame corner pieces, and', 'two fastening members extending perpendicular to the hinge cap and positioned to engage a respective one of the frame corner pieces, ...

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Номер записи: 32
05-03-2015 дата публикации

Kit Of Pre-Construction Samples For Replicating Construction Products

Номер: US20150064660A1
Автор: Bender David J., Bender James J.
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The present invention is a pre-construction sample that is made of a flexible material and has a product image corresponding to an actual construction product. The pre-construction sample is preferably at least 18 inches in one dimension. The pre-construction sample is preferably produced by a printing process having at least 200 dpi, and more preferably 300 dpi. Kits of pre-construction samples are provided to assist the consumer choosing from among various construction products, such as flooring, decking, countertops, cabinets, windows, shingles, among others. 1. A kit of pre-construction window samples , comprising:a plurality of pre-construction window samples, each of the pre-construction window samples being made of a flexible material and having a window image replicating a window, the kit including pre-construction window samples that have different characteristics, the different characteristics at least including different frames, wherein each of the pre-construction window samples has a width and a length dimension of at least 18 inches.2. The kit of pre-construction window samples of claim 1 , wherein the different frames relate to the color of the wood or the type of wood used on the replicated window.3. The kit of pre-construction window samples of claim 1 , wherein each of the window images on the flexible materials are produced by a printing process having at least 200 dpi.4. The kit of pre-construction window samples of claim 1 , wherein the replicated window is a known commercial window product and the dimensions of the frames of the window images are substantially on a 1:1 scale with the dimensions of frames in the known commercial window product.5. The kit of pre-construction window samples of claim 1 , wherein each of the window samples is rectangular with length and width dimensions of at least 24 inches.6. The kit of pre-construction window samples of claim 5 , each of the window images on the flexible materials are produced by a printing ...

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Номер записи: 33
20-02-2020 дата публикации

FAN BLADE REFURBISHMENT TRAINING DEVICE

Номер: US20200058236A1
Автор: Laughery Delbert, Ryckman Dennis J.
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A training apparatus is provided that includes a stand and at least one gas turbine engine fan stage. The at least one gas turbine engine fan stage has a plurality of fan rotor blades attached to a disk. The at least one gas turbine engine fan stage has an axially extending centerline, and the disk is mounted for rotation about the axially extending centerline. The stand is configured to support the at least one gas turbine engine fan stage. 1. A training apparatus , comprising:at least one gas turbine engine fan stage having a plurality of fan rotor blades attached to a disk, the at least one gas turbine engine fan stage having an axially extending centerline, and the disk mounted for rotation about the axially extending centerline; anda stand configured to support the at least one gas turbine engine fan stage.2. The training apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an inlet section in communication with the at least one gas turbine engine fan stage claim 1 , disposed forward of the at least one gas turbine engine fan stage.3. The training apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a casing that at least partially encloses the at least one gas turbine engine fan stage.4. The training apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the casing includes at least one access port.5. The training apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the casing is configured as a split casing having a first portion and a second portion.6. The training apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a fan stage rotational resistance device claim 1 , which device is configured to adjustably resist rotation of the at least one gas turbine engine fan stage.7. The training apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of fan rotor blades includes at least one learning fan rotor blade having an airfoil claim 1 , the airfoil has a geometric configuration with at least one preexisting geometric deviation claim 1 , the at least one preexisting geometric deviation being deviant from a design geometric configuration of a ...

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Номер записи: 34
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Systems and methods for facilitating learning through interaction with objects in an environment

Номер: US20210065570A1
Автор: Annie Kathleen MCAULEY
Принадлежит: Talkiwear Pty Ltd

Embodiments generally relate to a computer implemented method of facilitating learning, the method comprising receiving, at a computing device, data indicative of a user profile, the user profile being associated with a user level; receiving, at a computing device, data indicative of user interaction with an identification tag, wherein the data comprises an identification code; identifying an object type associated with the identification code; determining an interaction response level based on the user level associated with the user profile; determining a response to be delivered to the user based on the object type and the interaction response level; and causing the response to be delivered to the user.

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Номер записи: 35
17-03-2022 дата публикации

METHOD FOR OPTIMIZING GAS OIL SEPARATION PLANT PARAMETERS TO MAXIMIZE OIL RECOVERY

Номер: US20220081622A1
Автор: AL-DOGAIL Ala, AL-DOSSARY Badr, AL-NASER Mustafa, GAJBHIYE Rahul, MAHMOUD Mohamed
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Methods and systems for optimizing the gas-oil separation plant (GOSP) operating parameters in order to maximize the stabilized crude oil recovery in an integrated framework of GOSP operation. The ambient temperature variations daily (day and night) and seasonal (summer and winter) are incorporated to show their impact on liquid recovery. An artificial intelligence model predicts stabilized crude oil recovery for a range of ambient temperatures. The optimal GOSP separator pressures which yield maximum stabilized crude oil recovery are determined for each ambient temperature. The separator pressures of the GOSP may be adjusted to achieve the maximum stabilized crude oil recovery under changing ambient temperatures. 1. A method for maximizing stabilized crude oil recovery in a gas-oil separation plant (GOSP) , comprising:building, by a computing unit including a dynamic simulator, a process model of the gas-oil separation plant, wherein the process model includes at least a plurality of separators, a stabilizer and a storage tank of the GOSP;simulating the stabilized crude oil recovery of the GOSP under varying operating pressures of at least one separator of the plurality of separators for different ambient temperatures surrounding the stabilizer to generate a simulated stabilized crude oil recovery dataset;normalizing, by the computing unit, the simulated stabilized crude oil recovery dataset to generate a normalized stabilized crude oil recovery dataset;training, by the computing unit, an artificial intelligence unit with a first portion of the normalized stabilized crude oil recovery dataset to generate a trained artificial intelligence model;inputting to the trained artificial intelligence model a second portion of the normalized stabilized crude oil recovery dataset;predicting the stabilized crude oil recovery for each separator pressure at each ambient temperature;determining, by the computing unit, an optimal pressure which maximizes stabilized crude oil ...

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Номер записи: 36
28-02-2019 дата публикации

MODULAR DISPLAY SYSTEM

Номер: US20190066541A1
Автор: AULL Joseph Louis, MAXWELL Paul Bryan, SHONDEL Jonathan James
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A first tread pattern display system for new tread patterns includes a first upper sidewall part, a second upper sidewall part, a first tread shoulder part, a second tread shoulder part, and a middle tread part. The first upper sidewall part removably attaches to the first tread shoulder part by a plurality of projections extending from the first upper sidewall part to corresponding recesses in the first tread shoulder part. 1. A tread pattern display system for new tread patterns , the system comprising:a first upper sidewall part;a second upper sidewall part;a first tread shoulder part;a second tread shoulder part; anda middle tread part, the first upper sidewall part removably attached to the first tread shoulder part by a plurality of projections extending from the first upper sidewall part to corresponding recesses in the first tread shoulder part.2. The system as recited in wherein the first tread shoulder part removably attaches to the middle tread part by a plurality of projections extending from both the first tread shoulder part and the middle tread part claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , to the middle tread part and the first tread shoulder part claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , to corresponding recesses in the middle tread part and the first tread shoulder part claim 1 , respectively.3. The system as recited in wherein the middle tread part removably attaches to the second tread shoulder part by a plurality of projections extending from both the middle tread part and the second tread shoulder part claim 2 , respectively claim 2 , to the second tread shoulder part and the middle tread part claim 2 , respectively claim 2 , to corresponding recesses in the middle tread part and the second tread shoulder part claim 2 , respectively.4. The system as recited in wherein the middle tread part fixedly attaches to the second tread shoulder part by a plurality of projections extending from both the middle tread part and the second tread shoulder part claim 3 , ...

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Номер записи: 37
29-05-2014 дата публикации

WEARABLE FOOD NUTRITION FEEDBACK SYSTEM

Номер: US20140147829A1
Автор: Jerauld Robert
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A see-through, head mounted display and sensing devices cooperating to provide feedback on food items detected in the device field of view. Feedback can include warnings based on personal wearer needs, general nutrition information, food consumption tracking and social interactions. The system includes one or more processing devices in communication with display and the sensors which identify food items proximate to the apparatus, determine feedback information relevant to a wearer of the apparatus; and render feedback information in the display. 1. A see through head mounted display apparatus , comprising:a see-through, head mounted display;a plurality of sensors detecting visual information in a field of view of the apparatus; identify food items proximate to the apparatus;', 'determine feedback information relevant to a wearer of the apparatus; and', 'render feedback information in the display., 'one or more processing devices in communication with display and the sensors, the one or more processing devices automatically'}2. The apparatus of wherein the one or more processing devices determine a location for the apparatus claim 1 , and wherein the one or more processing devices identify food items proximate to the apparatus using the location of the apparatus.3. The apparatus of wherein the one or more processing devices access data to match sensor data to food types and wherein the one or more processing devices identify food items proximate to the apparatus using sensor data matching sensor data.4. The apparatus of wherein the one or more processing devices access wearer profile information claim 3 , and wherein the one or more processing device identify food items based on wearer consumption history.5. The apparatus of wherein the one or more processors access recipe information provided by a third party claim 1 , and wherein the one or more processors provide nutritional feedback in the display based on said recipe information.6. The apparatus of wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 38
07-03-2019 дата публикации

Modeling Kit Including Connectors and Geometric Shapes, and Methods of Making and Using Same

Номер: US20190070519A1
Автор: Klein Ayana M., Klein David S., Klein Ethan A., Klein Marci S.
Принадлежит: 3DUXDESIGN LLC

A building model connector is disclosed comprising a central body, an arm extending outwardly from the central body, the arm including a first arm portion, and a second arm portion, and first and second gripping teeth formed at the distal end of the first arm portion and the second arm portion, respectively, on the inner surface thereof. The first and second gripping teeth are configured to removably connect to a form such as a building panel. Corresponding systems and methods also are disclosed. 1. A building model connector , comprising:a central body,an arm extending outwardly from the central body, the arm including a first arm portion, and a second arm portion that is generally parallel to the first arm portion, each arm portion having a first end connected to the central body and a distal end spaced from the first end, an inner surface and an outer surface, andfirst and second gripping teeth formed at the distal end of the first arm portion and the second arm portion, respectively, on the inner surface thereof, the first and second gripping teeth being configured to removably connect to a form.2. The building model connector of claim 1 , wherein the connector includes at least two arms.3. The building model connector of claim 2 , wherein the at least two arms are co-linear.4. The building model connector of claim 2 , wherein the at least two arms are parallel and adjacent to one another.5. The building model connector of claim 4 , wherein the first arm portion of the first arm and the first arm portion of the second arm are formed as a single component.6. The building model connector of claim 2 , wherein the at least two arms are at an angle of between about 30 degrees and about 150 degrees relative to one another.7. The building model connector of claim 1 , wherein the connector includes a plurality of uniformly spaced arms claim 1 , each arm having a longitudinal axis claim 1 , wherein the axes of the arms are spaced apart at an angle of 360/n degrees claim ...

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Номер записи: 39
19-03-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING AN INTERIOR DESIGN DISPLAY

Номер: US20150079547A1
Автор: Moss Jay L.
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Some implementations relate to an interior design display configured to help individuals select matching materials for interior design. While the display can include any suitable component, in some cases, it includes multiple style displays (wherein each style display includes information relating to a separate style of interior design) and a first and a second separate and moveable sample panel for each of the style displays. In such cases, the first and second separate and moveable sample panels for each of the style displays each includes design element samples corresponding to the style of interior design relating to the corresponding style display. Additionally, in some cases, all design element samples from the first sample panels for each of the style displays match with each other, and all design element samples from the second sample panels for each of the style displays match with each other. Other implementations are described. 1. An interior design display , comprising:a first style display comprising information regarding a first style of interior design;a second style display comprising information regarding a second style of interior design;a first sample collection comprising design element samples corresponding to the first style of interior design;a second sample collection comprising design element samples corresponding to the first style of interior design;a third sample collection comprising design element samples corresponding to the second style of interior design; anda fourth sample collection comprising design element samples corresponding to the second style of interior design,wherein the design element samples from the first sample collection corresponding to the first style of interior design match with the design element samples from the third sample collection corresponding to the second style of interior design, andwherein the design element samples from the second sample collection corresponding to the first style of interior design ...

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Номер записи: 40
05-06-2014 дата публикации

BICYCLE WHEEL SPINNER STAND FOR RETAIL DISPLAY

Номер: US20140154660A1
Автор: Goldwater Dan
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A display system includes a bicycle wheel rotatable about an axle, a lighting device secured to the wheel for rotation with the wheel, and a stand device having an attachment location where the axle of the wheel is attached to support the wheel so that the wheel can rotate relative to the stand device. The stand device includes a drive roller engaging the wheel to rotate the wheel and a motor rotating the drive roller. A distance between the attachment location and the drive roller can be adjusted so that the stand device accommodates different sizes of wheels. The motor and the drive roller can be secured to the stand device at a fixed location while the wheel is mounted to a pivoting portion of the stand device so that gravity pivots the wheel in a direction to engage the wheel with the drive roller. 1. A stand device for rotatably supporting a bicycle wheel rotatable about an axle and a lighting device secured to the bicycle wheel for rotation with the bicycle wheel , said stand device comprising , in combination:an attachment location where the axle of the bicycle wheel is attached to support the bicycle wheel so that the bicycle wheel can rotate relative to the stand device;a drive roller for engaging the bicycle wheel to rotate the bicycle wheel;a motor rotating the drive roller; andwherein a distance between the attachment location and the drive roller is adjustable so that the stand device accommodates different sizes of the bicycle wheel.2. The stand device according to claim 1 , wherein the stand device includes an adjustable length tube that adjusts the distance between the attachment location and the drive roller.3. The stand device according to claim 1 , wherein the stand device supports the bicycle wheel through only one end of the axle so that the axle extends from the stand device in a cantilevered manner.4. The stand device according to claim 3 , further comprising a bicycle wheel attached to the attachment location and wherein the bicycle wheel has ...

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Номер записи: 41
15-03-2018 дата публикации

TRAINING ASSISTANCE APPARATUS

Номер: US20180075779A1
Автор: AONO Toshio, TSUZUKI Toshiyuki
Принадлежит: JTEKT CORPORATION

A training assistance apparatus includes a skilled operation condition acquiring unit configured to acquire an operation condition of a skilled operator on a processing machine in advance, and an unskilled operation condition acquiring unit configured to acquire, when an unskilled operator executes an operation, an operation condition of the unskilled operator so that the operation condition of the unskilled operator is comparable with the operation condition acquired by the skilled operation condition acquiring unit for training of the unskilled operator. 1. A training assistance apparatus , comprising:a skilled operation condition acquiring unit configured to acquire an operation condition of a skilled operator on a processing machine in advance; andan unskilled operation condition acquiring unit configured to acquire, when an unskilled operator executes an operation, an operation condition of the unskilled operator so that the operation condition of the unskilled operator is comparable with the operation condition acquired by the skilled operation condition acquiring unit for training of the unskilled operator.2. The training assistance apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe skilled operation condition acquiring unit and the unskilled operation condition acquiring unit are configured to acquire pieces of motion information of the skilled operator and the unskilled operator as the operation conditions, the motion information being indicated by an image captured by a first imaging device provided on the processing machine.3. The training assistance apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe skilled operation condition acquiring unit and the unskilled operation condition acquiring unit are configured to acquire pieces of operation sequence information on an operator's panel of the processing machine as the operation conditions.4. The training assistance apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe skilled operation condition acquiring unit and the unskilled ...

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Номер записи: 42
15-03-2018 дата публикации

TRAINING ASSISTANCE APPARATUS

Номер: US20180075780A1
Автор: AONO Toshio, TSUZUKI Toshiyuki
Принадлежит: JTEKT CORPORATION

A training assistance apparatus includes an actual operation time acquiring unit configured to acquire an actual operation time of an operation that is executed by an operator on a processing machine, a standard time storing unit configured to store a standard time of the operation, and a display unit configured to display the actual operation time and the standard time for comparison. 1. A training assistance apparatus , comprising:an actual operation time acquiring unit configured to acquire an actual operation time of an operation that is executed by an operator on a processing machine;a standard time storing unit configured to store a standard time of the operation; anda display unit configured to display the actual operation time and the standard time for comparison.2. The training assistance apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a past operation time storing unit configured to store a past operation result time of the operation that is executed by the operator on the processing machine, whereinthe display unit is configured to display the past operation result time stored in the past operation time storing unit and the actual operation time for comparison.3. The training assistance apparatus according to claim 2 , whereinthe past operation time storing unit is configured to store a shortest past operation result time when a plurality of past operation result times are present.4. The training assistance apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a skilled operation time storing unit configured to store a skilled operation time of the operation that is executed by a skilled operator, whereinthe display unit is configured to display the actual operation time and the skilled operation time for comparison.5. The training assistance apparatus according to claim 4 , whereinthe skilled operation time storing unit is configured to update the skilled operation time when an operation ability of the skilled operator is improved. The disclosure of ...

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Номер записи: 43
26-03-2015 дата публикации

Audio Demonstration Kit

Номер: US20150085113A1
Автор: Zamir Lee
Принадлежит: Bose Corporation

An audio demonstration kit encourages understanding of audio concepts by enabling children to construct and study speaker performance. In a particular example, the audio demonstration kit includes a paper speaker and instructions. The paper speaker includes a backplate, a suspension, and a diaphragm cut from a single sheet of paper. The demonstration kit may feature an amplifier that is configurable to accommodate various hardware additions as a child is ready for more progressively challenging construction. For example, the amplifier of an example allows single and dual mode operation, as well as drives a rotary motor and is coordinated with a strobe light. The amplifier of an example is synchronized with the strobe light and a moveable platform to create the impression of that jiggling figures attached to the table are dancing. Interfaces with smart phone, recording, and other technologies further enhances and encourages the learning experience. 1. An apparatus comprising:a moveable platform;a plurality of flexible elements configured to removably attach to one another, wherein at least one of the plurality of flexible elements is configured to removably attach to the moveable platform; andan image capture device enabling a user to observe movement of the plurality of flexible elements.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a controller configured to send a first signal to the moveable platform to affect movement of the moveable platform and to send a second signal to the image capture device to affect operation of the image capture device.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the first and the second signals coordinate operation of the image capture device with the movement of the moveable platform.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the moveable platform includes a fastening mechanism configured to attach to the at least one of the plurality of flexible elements.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a rigid element configured to attach to ...

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Номер записи: 44
26-03-2015 дата публикации

AUDIO DEMONSTRATION KIT

Номер: US20150086963A1
Автор: Zamir Lee
Принадлежит: Bose Corporation

An audio demonstration kit encourages understanding of audio concepts by enabling children to construct and study speaker performance. In a particular embodiment, the audio demonstration kit includes a paper speaker and instructions. The paper speaker includes a backplate, a suspension, and a diaphragm cut from a single sheet of paper. The demonstration kit may feature an amplifier that is configurable to accommodate various hardware additions as a child is ready for more progressively challenging construction. For example, the amplifier of an embodiment allows single and dual mode operation, as well as drives a rotary motor and is coordinated with a strobe light. The amplifier of an embodiment is synchronized with the strobe light and a moveable platform to create the impression of that jiggling figures attached to the table are dancing. Interfaces with smart phone, recording, and other technologies further enhances and encourages the learning experience. 1. An audio demonstration kit comprising:a paper speaker including:a back support;a suspension; anda diaphragm,wherein the back support, the suspension, and the diaphragm are cut from a single sheet of paper.2. The audio demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the single sheet of paper includes a set of instructions directing assembly of the paper speaker.3. The audio demonstration kit of claim 2 , further comprising a bobbin and a wire.4. The audio demonstration kit of claim 3 , wherein the bobbin comprises a cylinder bobbin.5. The audio demonstration kit of claim 4 , wherein the set of instructions includes instructions directing assembly of a wire coil by winding the wire around the bobbin.6. The audio demonstration kit of claim 5 , wherein the single sheet of paper indicates a location at which to attach the wire coil to the single sheet of paper.7. The audio demonstration kit of claim 2 , wherein the set of instructions includes an instruction to fold the single sheet of paper along a line indicated on the ...

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Номер записи: 45
26-03-2015 дата публикации

Audio Demonstration Kit

Номер: US20150086966A1
Автор: Dellisanti Michael James, Zamir Lee
Принадлежит: Bose Corporation

An audio demonstration kit encourages understanding of audio concepts by enabling children to construct and study speaker performance. In a particular example, the audio demonstration kit includes a paper speaker and instructions. The paper speaker includes a backplate, a suspension, and a diaphragm cut from a single sheet of paper. The demonstration kit may feature an amplifier that is configurable to accommodate various hardware additions as a child is ready for more progressively challenging construction. For example, the amplifier of an example allows single and dual mode operation, as well as drives a rotary motor and is coordinated with a strobe light. The amplifier of an example is synchronized with the strobe light and a moveable platform to create the impression of that jiggling figures attached to the table are dancing. Interfaces with smart phone, recording, and other technologies further enhances and encourages the learning experience. 1. An audio demonstration kit comprising:a moveable assembly;a strobe light source projecting flashing light in a general direction of the moveable assembly;a user input circuit configured to receive user input and to generate a control signal; anda controller in communication with the flashing light source and the user input circuit, wherein the controller is configured to receive the control signal and to affect at least one of a frequency and a timing of the flashing light according to the control signal.2. The audio demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the user input user input synchronizes operation of the strobe light and the movement of the moveable assembly.3. The audio demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the user input is received using a potentiometer.4. The audio demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the using input includes a tapping motion.5. The audio demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the user input is received using a button.6. The audio demonstration kit of claim 1 , further comprising an image ...

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Номер записи: 46
26-03-2015 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Providing Predetermined Slice Thicknesses of Deli Products

Номер: US20150086967A1
Автор: Majcher Thomas Joseph
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A unique and carefully devised method and apparatus for defining, visualizing, and reproducing predetermined slice thicknesses of deli products makes it possible for deli personnel to fulfill a customer's request without iterative feedback from the customer. This is beneficial to both the customer and deli personnel—eliminating ambiguity, aggravation, wasted product, wasted time, and wasted energy. This is accomplished by first defining ambiguous terms such as “thin”, “medium”, and “thick”, in terms of quantifiable dimensions. Samples of these predetermined thickness are then available to be viewed by the customer. Finally, slices are reproduced in accordance with the samples by correlating the thickness adjustment setting on a particular deli slicer necessary to produce a particular slice thickness. 1. A system of defining , visualizing , and reproducing predetermined slice thicknesses of deli products , whereby deli personnel may fulfill a customer's request without iterative feedback from said customer , comprising;a. a definition of each said predetermined slice thickness in terms of at least one value chosen from the following group: a dimensional unit, a description corresponding to a dimensional unit, an identifier corresponding to a dimensional unit, and an identifier corresponding to a predetermined sample;b. said sample, making said predetermined slice thicknesses visible to said customer; andc. means of correlating each said predetermined slice thickness to the particular setting on a deli slicer necessary to reproduce said predetermined slice thickness.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein said definitions for said predetermined slice thicknesses are chosen from the following descriptions: shaved claim 1 , very thin claim 1 , under thin claim 1 , thin claim 1 , over thin claim 1 , under medium claim 1 , medium claim 1 , over medium claim 1 , under thick claim 1 , thick claim 1 , over thick claim 1 , very thick and extra thick.3. The system of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 47
21-03-2019 дата публикации

An Apparatus For Practising the Application of Eyelash Extensions

Номер: US20190082811A1
Автор: Susan Gray
Принадлежит: Eyelash Trainer Ltd

The present invention relates to an eyelash application practice apparatus. The practise apparatus comprises a head with a face section and a base for supporting the head, the face section has a plurality of eye zones; wherein the eye zones include a plurality of displaceable parts including at least one eyelid with a closure mechanism that allows the at least one eyelid to be displaced to one of a plurality of discrete positions between a first open eye position and a second closed eye position.

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Номер записи: 48
29-03-2018 дата публикации

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Номер: US20180090034A1
Автор: HASHIMOTO Marie
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An instruction manual is constituted by pages composed of different types of paper, such as plain paper, thin paper and thick paper. Each of the plain paper, the thin paper, and the thick paper constitutes a plurality of pages. The instruction manual describes that, for example, “the paper of page to page corresponds to plain paper, the paper of page to page corresponds to thin paper, and the paper of page and subsequent pages corresponds to thick paper”, and describes that “pages that are thicker than the thick paper of page and subsequent pages may not be properly turned”. The user views and touches pages composed of these different types of paper to recognize the differences among plain paper, thin paper, and thick paper, and thereby more correctly understands the contents contained in the instruction manual. 1. An instruction manual for an apparatus which turns pages of an opened book , comprising:a plurality of indices for setting operation conditions for the apparatus as a page structure of the instruction manual.2. The instruction manual according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of indices are pages acquired by a plurality of different types of paper being bound.3. The instruction manual according to claim 2 , wherein the pages composed of the plurality of different types of paper are constituted by a plurality of page groups of different paper types.4. The instruction manual according to claim 2 , wherein at least one of the plurality of indices is constituted by a page indicating an operation condition for each section of the apparatus which is acquired by a page-turning operation being actually performed on the instruction manual by the apparatus.5. The instruction manual according to claim 4 , wherein the operation condition is an adhesion performance of a sticking section for turning a page.6. The instruction manual according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the plurality of indices is a size of the instruction manual having a book size which ...

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Номер записи: 49
01-04-2021 дата публикации

REMOTE-DEMONSTRATION UNIT AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20210097892A1
Автор: BOETTCHER Lance W., GULINO Dawn M., HENDERSON Matthew S., LEUNG Kenneth H., SHANMUGANATHAN Carthi Keyan, WILLIAMS Lance D., WILLIAMS Philip T.
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A remote-demonstration system for demonstrating products to customers from a remote location. The remote-demonstration system may include a space for demonstrating a variety of products, lighting for illuminating the products and/or the demonstration space, and a device for capturing video of the products that may be sent to customers as part of a live remote product demonstration. The remote-demonstration system may include a product-display tray on which products may be displayed side-by-side or layered one above the other. The remote-demonstration system may provide a consistent, company-branded visual experience to customers viewing the demonstration by, for example, showing the products being demonstrated in a clean, visually-appealing environment. 1. A remote-demonstration unit , comprising:a housing defining a product-demonstration space;a product-display tray disposed within the product-demonstration space at an oblique angle relative to a bottom of the housing;a light system for illuminating the product-demonstration space; andan image-capture device coupled to the housing and having an image-capture lens directed toward the product-demonstration space,wherein the product-display tray comprises product-support features for supporting products on the product-display tray in different spaced-apart layers.2. The remote-demonstration unit of claim 1 , wherein the product-support features comprise a recess for supporting a first type of product claim 1 , andwherein the product-support features comprise a support peg disposed within the recess, for supporting a second type of product over the recess.3. The remote-demonstration unit of claim I claim 1 , wherein the product-support features comprise a recess defining a first support surface claim 1 ,wherein the product-support features comprise a lower pedestal raised relative to the first support surface and defining a second support surface, andwherein the product-support features comprise a support peg disposed ...

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Номер записи: 50
14-04-2016 дата публикации

Adjustable Interior Markup

Номер: US20160101875A1
Автор: Davis David Wayne, Pinkerton Chris, Thisius Todd, Trask Chris
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A system and method for simulating a structure is disclosed. An adjustable interior mockup for simulating a structure has a base with a first elongated side and a second elongated side, the first elongated side being nonadjacent the second elongated side; and an adjustable frame secured to the base. The adjustable frame includes a plurality of girder members secured along the first and second elongated sides to form an arc; a plurality of brackets; a plurality of arms having a latch attached to one end; and a sheet of fabric. The girders are securely fastened along the first elongated side of the base at predetermined intervals; the brackets are secured to the girders; the arms are received by the brackets and adjustably anchored to the girders via a fastener; and the latches engage the sheet of fabric, thus pulling the fabric into a shape that resembles the structure. 1. An adjustable interior mockup for simulating a three-dimensional structure , comprising:a modifiable structural frame having a plurality of arms adjustably secured thereto, anda flexible panel;wherein the plurality of arms are engagable with the flexible panel to simulate the three-dimensional structure.2. The adjustable interior mockup of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of branches adjustably secured to the frame claim 1 , each branch having one contoured end claim 1 , the contoured end configured to press against the flexible panel when engaged by the plurality of arms.3. The adjustable interior mockup of claim 2 , wherein:each arm is outwardly supported by a bracket fastened to the frame and secured into place by a mechanical coupler;each arm is translatable inwardly and outwardly within the bracket, along with the other arms in the plurality, positioning the flexible panel into a variety of three-dimensional configurations.4. The adjustable interior mockup of claim 3 , wherein:each branch is outwardly supported by a bracket fastened to the frame and secured into place by a mechanical ...

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Номер записи: 51
08-04-2021 дата публикации

REMOTE SENSING METHOD TO MODEL TERRAIN SHAPE BY DETECTING RELIABLE GROUND POINTS

Номер: US20210104182A1
Автор: Dixon, III Walter V, Miller James Vradenburg, YOUSEFHUSSIEN Mohammed
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According to some embodiments, a system, method and non-transitory computer-readable medium are provided comprising an imagery data source storing image data from a plurality of images; a ground point module; a memory storing program instructions; and a ground point processor, coupled to the memory, and in communication with the ground point module and operative to execute the program instructions to: receive image data for an area of interest (AOI); generate a digital surface map from the received image data, wherein the digital surface map includes an elevation value for each of a plurality of points on the digital surface map; generate a ground point sampling based on the elevation values for the plurality of points on the digital surface map; generate an image boundary sampling based on elevation values for the plurality of points along a plurality of edges of the area of interest; and interpolate the generated ground point sampling and the image boundary sampling to generate a digital terrain map. Numerous other aspects are provided. 1. A system comprising:an imagery data source storing image data from a plurality of images;a ground point module;a memory storing program instructions; and receive image data for an area of interest (AOI);', 'generate a digital surface map from the received image data, wherein the digital surface map includes an elevation value for each of a plurality of points on the digital surface map;', 'generate a ground point sampling based on the elevation values for the plurality of points on the digital surface map;', 'generate an image boundary sampling based on elevation values for the plurality of points along a plurality of edges of the area of interest; and', 'interpolate the generated ground point sampling and the image boundary sampling to generate a digital terrain map., 'a ground point processor, coupled to the memory, and in communication with the ground point module and operative to execute the program instructions to2. The ...

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Номер записи: 52
23-04-2015 дата публикации

Optimal path of motion for training simulator

Номер: US20150111184A1
Автор: II James Benedict, Michael J. Rikkola
Принадлежит: Harnischfeger Technologies Inc

Systems, methods, and non-transitory computer-readable medium encoded with executable instructions for training an operator. One method includes generating a simulated mining environment and a simulated shovel including a simulated dipper, receiving a first series of operating commands from a first operator for moving the simulated dipper, and calculating an optimal digging path based on the first series of operating commands. The method also includes generating a graphical representation of at least a portion of the optimal digging path and displaying the graphical representation to a second operator, wherein the graphical representation provides a guide to the second operator for moving the simulated dipper along the optimal digging path. The method further includes receiving a second series of operating commands from the second operator for moving the simulated dipper, and automatically modifying the graphical representation based on the optimal digging path and the second series of operating commands.

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Номер записи: 53
21-04-2016 дата публикации

Demonstrator of qualities of a spectacle lens material

Номер: US20160111024A1
Автор: Carole Nadolny, Fabien Calandrini
Принадлежит: Essilor International Compagnie Generale dOptique SA

A demonstrator ( 1 ) of qualities of a spectacle lens material, includes a hollow base ( 10 ) which is open through an observation window ( 13 ), and a lens ( 20 ) which closes the observation window and includes at least one part ( 21 ) made of the spectacle lens material. The demonstrator includes at least two separate demonstration elements selected from the following list: an electrostatic element ( 50 ) that can move under the action of an electrostatic attraction; an ultraviolet mark ( 43 ) which allows the ultraviolet light to be viewed with the naked eye; and an abrasive element ( 30 ) suitable for scratching the demonstrator lens ( 20 ).

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Номер записи: 54
19-04-2018 дата публикации

Oceaneering Test Platform Device for Simulating Oceaneering Working Conditions

Номер: US20180108270A1
Автор: Detang Li, JIAN Li, Jingguang SUN, Junlai LI, Lei Li, Lijun WANG WANG, Mingdong Zhang, Minghui Liu, Qingli MA, Quanliang LIU, Wei Lin, Wei Wang, Wenjing LIU, Xiaojun Zhang, Xiaolong DONG, Xinglan BAI, Yonghe Xie, Yubin Fan, Yungang WU, Zhaode ZHANG, Zhengshou CHEN, Zhiguo Sun
Принадлежит: Zhejiang Ocean University ZJOU

An oceaneering test platform device for simulating oceaneering working conditions is disclosed. The oceaneering test platform device comprises a main body, a lifting unit, a plurality of spud legs connected to the main body by the lifting unit, a plurality of base units located correspondingly to the plurality of spud legs and one or more vertical driving unit to enable vertical movement of at least one of the plurality of spud legs. The test platform device facilitates simulation of possible effects caused by unstable and complex ocean environments to an offshore work platform.

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Номер записи: 55
27-04-2017 дата публикации

System and method for gathering and analyzing biometric user feedback for use in social media and advertising applications

Номер: US20170112431A1
Автор: Brian Levine, Carl Marci, Ravi Kanth V. Kothuri
Принадлежит: Nielsen Co US LLC

Systems and methods for measuring biologically and behaviorally based responses to social media, locations, or experiences and providing instant and continuous feedback in response thereto are disclosed. An example system includes a first sensor to determine an emotional response of a user exposed to a social media application, a second sensor to determine a current activity of the user, and a third sensor to determine an environment of the user. The example system also establishes a priority schedule based on the emotional response, the current activity, and the environment. The system also correlates, based on the priority schedule, an advertisement with at least one of the emotional response, activity, or the environment. In addition, the example system presents the advertisement based on the priority schedule and the correlation of the advertisement with the at least one of the activity, the environment, or the emotional response.

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Номер записи: 56
17-07-2014 дата публикации

FOOD SELECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

Номер: US20140199665A1
Автор: Tessema Sima
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A food selection system which includes a housing have at least one storage compartment and a plurality of air vents and an aroma creation device to create an aroma stored within at least one storage compartment, wherein an exterior surface of the housing resembles a food item, and the plurality of air vents connect the at least one storage compartment to the exterior surface. 1. A food selection system comprising:a housing have at least one storage compartment and a plurality of air vents; andan aroma creation device to create an aroma stored within the at least one storage compartment,wherein an exterior surface of the housing resembles a food item, and the plurality of air vents connect the at least one storage compartment to the exterior surface.2. The food selection system of claim 1 , wherein the aroma created by the aroma creation device is emitted through the exterior surface through the plurality of air vents.3. The food selection system of claim 1 , further comprising a second storage compartment disposed within the housing claim 1 , the second storage compartment configured to store a smoke creation device claim 1 , wherein the second storage compartment is in fluid communication with the plurality of air vents.4. The food selection system of claim 3 , wherein the smoke creation device includes a dry ice smoke machine.5. The food selection system of claim 4 , wherein the smoke creation device emits simulated heat or steam.6. A method for using a food selection system claim 4 , the food selection system including a housing having a plurality of storage compartments and a plurality of air vents claim 4 , the method comprising:creating the housing to resemble a desired food item;installing an aroma creation device to create an aroma corresponding to the food item disposed within a first storage compartment of the plurality of storage compartments;displaying the housing and activating the aroma creation device,wherein the created aroma corresponds to the ...

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Номер записи: 57
13-05-2021 дата публикации

COLOR WHEEL AND APPARATUS FOR VIEWING ADJUSTING COLOR SCHEMES

Номер: US20210142697A1
Автор: Higgins Josh
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A color wheel having a plurality of pieces is disclosed. Selected brick pieces may be stacked upon each other side-by-side and a viewing apparatus laid upon the stacked brick pieces. The viewing apparatus may have a viewing window which can be adjusted in order to adjust the percentage of each of the brick pieces being viewed through the viewing window of the viewing apparatus to provide for a more accurate perception of how the selected colored pieces will be perceived when implemented in a brick building. 1. An apparatus for viewing a plurality of colors through a viewing window , the apparatus comprising:a plurality of pie shaped brick pieces, each pie shaped brick piece having a different color, each pie shaped brick piece having opposed edges that mate with each other;first and second sheets pivotally attached to each other, the first and second sheets having interior edges that define an adjustable viewing window to expose different ratios of the pie shaped brick pieces laid adjacent to each other.2. The apparatus of wherein a first pie shaped brick pieces has opposed linear skewed edges that mate with an adjacent second pie shaped brick piece.3. The apparatus of wherein the first and second sheets having return portions at opposed end portions to form a rectangular enclosed viewing window.4. The apparatus of wherein the first and second sheets are pivotally attached to each other.5. A method of viewing a color scheme claim 1 , the method comprising the steps of:providing first and second pie shaped brick pieces, the first pie shaped brick piece having a first color wherein the first color is viewable on a display surface, the second pie shaped brick piece having a second color wherein the second color is viewable on a display surface, the first pie shaped brick piece defining a first edge, the second pie shaped brick piece defining a second edge wherein the first edge mates with the second edge along a substantial length of the first and second edges of the ...

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Номер записи: 58
05-05-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR WELDING TORCH DISPLAY

Номер: US20160125761A1
Автор: Becker William Joshua, Erdmann Jeremy John, Weber Jeffrey Dale
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A method including determining an orientation of a display of a welding torch relative to a joint of a workpiece, displaying, on the display of the welding torch during a welding operation, a graphical representation of a welding parameter in relation to a predetermined threshold range for the welding parameter as a position of the welding torch changes, the orientation of the welding torch changes, a movement of the welding torch changes, or some combination thereof, and rotating the graphical representation of the welding parameter based at least in part on the determined orientation of the display of the welding torch relative to the joint. The graphical representation of the welding parameter is associated with the position of the welding torch relative to the joint, the orientation of the welding torch relative to the joint, the movement of the welding torch relative to the joint, or some combination thereof. 1. A method comprising:determining an orientation of a display of a welding torch relative to a joint of a workpiece;displaying, on the display of the welding torch during a welding operation, a graphical representation of a welding parameter in relation to a predetermined threshold range for the welding parameter as a position of the welding torch changes, the orientation of the welding torch changes, a movement of the welding torch changes, or some combination thereof, wherein the graphical representation of the welding parameter is associated with the position of the welding torch relative to the joint, the orientation of the welding torch relative to the joint, the movement of the welding torch relative to the joint, or some combination thereof; androtating the graphical representation of the welding parameter on the display based at least in part on the determined orientation of the display of the welding torch relative to the joint.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the welding parameter comprises at least one of a work angle claim 1 , a travel angle ...

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Номер записи: 59
05-05-2016 дата публикации

System and method for welding system clamp assembly

Номер: US20160125762A1
Автор: David Paul MARCUSEN, Jeffrey Dale Weber, William Joshua Becker
Принадлежит: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC

A system including a base component configured to be detected by one or more cameras of a welding system. The base component includes a thermally insulating layer coupled to the base component, a first set of three or more visual markers coupled to the thermally insulating layer on a first face of the base component, and a cover layer disposed on the thermally insulating layer on at least the first face of the base component. An exterior surface of the cover layer is less reflective of visible light or infrared light than the first set of three or more visual markers.

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Номер записи: 60
05-05-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF REVIEWING WELD DATA

Номер: US20160125763A1
Автор: Becker William Joshua
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A method includes receiving welding data corresponding to a welding session completed with a welding system, receiving a selected location from an operator, and displaying on a display one or more quality characteristics of the welding session corresponding to the selected location. The welding data includes welding parameters and quality characteristics corresponding to a plurality of points along a path of the welding session. The welding parameters include a work angle of a welding torch, a travel angle of the welding torch, a contact tip to work distance, a travel speed of the welding torch along the path of the welding session, an aim of the welding torch, or any combination thereof. The quality characteristics include porosity, undercut, spatter, underfill, overfill, or any combination thereof. The selected location corresponds to a point of the plurality of points along the path of the welding session. 1. A method comprising:receiving welding data corresponding to a welding session completed with a welding system, wherein the welding data comprises welding parameters and quality characteristics corresponding to a plurality of points along a path of the welding session, the welding parameters comprise a work angle of a welding torch, a travel angle of the welding torch, a contact tip to work distance, a travel speed of the welding torch along the path of the welding session, an aim of the welding torch, or any combination thereof, and the quality characteristics comprise porosity, undercut, spatter, underfill, overfill, or any combination thereof;receiving a selected location from an operator, wherein the selected location corresponds to a point of the plurality of points along the path of the welding session; anddisplaying on a display one or more of the quality characteristics of the welding session corresponding to the selected location.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the quality characteristics are based at least in part on the welding parameters.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 61
05-05-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF RECORDING MULTI-RUN DATA

Номер: US20160125764A1
Автор: Becker William Joshua
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A method includes calibrating a first path of a joint of a workpiece of a welding system relative to a component, determining a first set of welding parameters of a welding torch based at least in part on a tracked position and a tracked orientation of the welding torch along the first path of the joint during a first live-arc welding operation, calibrating a second path of the joint of the workpiece relative to the component, determining a second set of welding parameters of the welding torch based at least in part the tracked position and orientation of the welding torch along the second path of the joint during a second live-arc welding operation, and displaying at least one of the first and second sets of welding parameters on a display. The second path is disposed at least partially over the first path. 1. A method comprising:calibrating a first path of a joint of a workpiece of a welding system relative to a component of the welding system;determining a first set of welding parameters of a welding torch based at least in part on a tracked position and a tracked orientation of the welding torch along the first path of the joint during a first live-arc welding operation of a plurality of live-arc welding operations;calibrating a second path of the joint of the workpiece relative to the component of the welding system;determining a second set of welding parameters of the welding torch based at least in part the tracked position and the tracked orientation of the welding torch along the second path of the joint during a second live-arc welding operation of the plurality of live-arc welding operations, wherein the second path is disposed at least partially over the first path; anddisplaying at least one of the first set of welding parameters and the second set of welding parameters on a display.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first set of welding parameters and the second set of welding parameters comprise at least one of a work angle claim 1 , a travel ...

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Номер записи: 62
25-04-2019 дата публикации

NUCLEAR-PLANT OPERATION TRAINING SIMULATOR

Номер: US20190122585A1
Автор: TAKEGAWA Kumiko
Принадлежит: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

A floor-map display image that displays a floor-map image for an instrumentation panel room and the like in a nuclear plant, a hardware apparatus display image, and a maintenance tool display image are displayed in an multi-window manner on a display apparatus so that a hardware apparatus to be maintained and a maintenance tool are collated with each other in a floor map. 1. A nuclear-plant operation training simulator that makes it possible to perform operation training for a nuclear plant on a screen of a single display apparatus , the nuclear-plant operation training simulator comprising:a nuclear plant modeling function, including a nuclear-plant-model simulator, that calculates the state of the nuclear plant;a basic processor that includes a controller processor, a computer processor, and a maintenance tool processor, and that exchanges information on a computer with the nuclear-plant-model simulator so that the overall nuclear plant can be simulated;an operation control training function, including a simulated operation console display, that collaborates with the nuclear plant modeling function through the computer processor and performs operation control training for the nuclear plant;a maintenance training function, including a floor-map display for displaying a floor-map image of the nuclear plant, that collaborates with the controller processor, the computer processor, and the maintenance tool processor and performs maintenance training for a hardware apparatus that controls the nuclear plant; anda manual display function, including a manual display, that displays a manual for the operation control training and a manual for the maintenance training,wherein the operation control training function, the maintenance training function, and the manual display function can concurrently be started and developed on the screen of the display apparatus,wherein the display apparatus can display in a multi-window manner at least one of a floor-map display window that ...

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Номер записи: 63
27-05-2021 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR GENERATING TERRAIN DATA FOR TERRAIN ANALYSIS

Номер: US20210158610A1
Автор: CHOI Sung Woong, CHONG Young Jun, Hong Heon Jin, SON Ho Kyung
Принадлежит: Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute

Disclosed is a method and device for generating terrain data for terrain analysis. The method may include identifying first data including (i) identification information indicating whether there is a structure in a predetermined area and the number of structures and (ii) a topographic altitude of the predetermined area, identifying, if there is a structure in the predetermined area, second data including a highest altitude of the structure and a depth of the structure, and mapping the first data and the second data to terrain data of the predetermined area. 1. A method of generating terrain data , the method comprising:identifying first data including (i) identification information indicating whether there is a structure in a predetermined area and the number of structures and (ii) a topographic altitude of the predetermined area;identifying, if there is a structure in the predetermined area, second data including a highest altitude of the structure and a depth of the structure; andmapping the first data and the second data to terrain data of the predetermined area.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mapping comprises mapping the first data and the second data related to the predetermined area to one of a plurality of grids representing the terrain data claim 1 ,wherein the one grid corresponds to the predetermined area.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of grids are grouped into a plurality of tiles of the same size claim 2 , andan index is set for a tile in which a structure is present, among the plurality of tiles.4. A method of generating terrain data claim 2 , the method comprising claim 2 ,identifying first data including (i) a topographic altitude of a predetermined area, (ii) a highest altitude of a structure in the predetermined area, and (iii) a depth of the structure;identifying, if there are a plurality of structures in the predetermined area, second data including respective highest altitudes and depths of the structures; andmapping the ...

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Номер записи: 64
31-07-2014 дата публикации

MULTI-MODAL MODELING OF TEMPORAL INTERACTION SEQUENCES

Номер: US20140212854A1
Автор: DIVAKARAN AJAY, Khan Saad, LUBIN JEFFREY, Sawhney Harpreet S., Siddiquie Behjat
Принадлежит: SRI INTERNATIONAL

A multi-modal interaction modeling system can model a number of different aspects of a human interaction across one or more temporal interaction sequences. Some versions of the system can generate assessments of the nature or quality of the interaction or portions thereof, which can be used to, among other things, provide assistance to one or more of the participants in the interaction. 1. A method for predicting a behavioral event to occur in an interaction involving at least two participants , at least one of the participants being a person , the method comprising , with a computing system:detecting, from multi-modal data captured by one or more sensing devices, a plurality of different behavioral cues expressed by the participants during the interaction;recognizing a plurality of temporal interaction sequences, each of the temporal interaction sequences occurring over a time interval during the interaction, and involving a pattern of the behavioral cues, and at least two of the participants being involved in at least one of the temporal interaction sequences;determining the nature of the interaction based on the recognized temporal interaction sequences; andpredicting the behavioral event to occur in the interaction based on the determined nature of the interaction.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the predicted event comprises a change in the nature of the interaction.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the predicted event comprises a change in the emotional state of at least one of the participants during the interaction.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of different behavioral cues comprises verbal content and non-verbal cues.5. The method of claim 1 , comprising communicating a suggestion relating to the predicted event to one or more of the participants.6. The method of claim 5 , comprising communicating the suggestion during the interaction.7. An interaction assistant embodied in one or more machine-readable storage media and accessible by a ...

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Номер записи: 65
07-08-2014 дата публикации

Demonstrating an Active Vibration Isolation System

Номер: US20140220545A1
Автор: Brian A. SELDEN, II Antonio Sangermano, James A. Parison, Jr.
Принадлежит: Individual

Active vibration isolation (AVVI) systems are becoming more available in various markets, one such market being vehicle operator seating. Unfamiliarity with the performance of such systems may cause users initial perceptions of system performance to be unfavorable. AVI systems can include a demonstration system capable of providing simulations too users of various types of vibration isolation systems under various input conditions, so that users can be introduced to the system benefits over other systems before using an AVI equipped product in its intended application.

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Номер записи: 66
18-05-2017 дата публикации

REDEMPTIVE WORK OF JESUS CHRIST DEMONSTRATED ON BALANCE SCALE

Номер: US20170140675A1
Автор: Hammond, JR. John Francis
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This invention involves a balance scale with a base, a balance arm support, a balance arm, a pointer, and a movable label plate containing descriptions. The balance arm has a tray on each end, where one tray holds an article representing mankind with sin, and the other tray holds an article representing the redemptive work of Jesus Christ. The articles on each tray are of equal or approximately equal weight. The scale rotates when the weight of the articles are added to or removed from the trays, and the scale rotation will determine which description the pointer will point to. This invention can be used as a Christian teaching aid showing the benefit of choosing to accept the death of Christ as payment in full for our sins, along with showing the consequence of our refusal to accept the death of Christ as payment for our sins. 1. A visually demonstrative device for sharing the good news of Jesus Christ's redemptive power comprising:a base, a support post secured centrally to the base and extending upward vertically from the base, a balance beam pivotally secured to the support post at a fulcrum point, said balance beam extending horizontally on either side of the support post, each end of the balance beam supporting a holding tray for holding removable objects,said balance beam being provided centrally with a pointer that extends perpendicular to the balance beam and points upward toward a moveable scale sign provided on the top end of the support post, said moveable scale sign moving in conjunction with movement of said pointer, said pointer pivoting in conjunction with pivoting motion of the balance beam, said pointer having a counter-balance on an opposite end past the pivotally secured fulcrum point,a first object being a statue of Jesus Christ hanging on a cross with the function of providing a visual representation of the price paid for mankind's redemption, and supported by a base for the cross bearing a first inscription, said statue of Jesus Christ ...

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Номер записи: 67
09-05-2019 дата публикации

MODULAR AIRCRAFT DISPLAY ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING THE SAME

Номер: US20190139455A1
Автор: OHara Timothy
Принадлежит: GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE CORPORATION

Modular aircraft display arrangements and methods for assembling a modular aircraft display arrangements are provided. In one example, a modular aircraft display arrangement includes a fuselage display structure. The fuselage display structure includes a tubular wall at least partially surrounding an interior display space and has a first opening section formed through the tubular wall. A first removable display module includes a first aircraft interior display and is configured to be advanced through the first opening section to a first display position to expose the first aircraft interior display within the interior display space. 1. A modular aircraft display arrangement comprising:a fuselage display structure comprising a tubular wall at least partially surrounding an interior display space and having a first opening section formed through the tubular wall; anda first removable display module comprising a first aircraft interior display and configured to be advanced through the first opening section to a first display position to expose the first aircraft interior display within the interior display space.2. The modular aircraft display arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the first aircraft interior display comprises one of a side galley claim 1 , a crew rest claim 1 , a console arrangement claim 1 , a seat arrangement claim 1 , a credenza claim 1 , a monitor claim 1 , a divan arrangement claim 1 , a bathroom arrangement claim 1 , a window claim 1 , a storage arrangement claim 1 , and a combination thereof3. The modular aircraft display arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the first removable display module comprises a module base portion and a module tubular wall section extending generally upward from the module base portion about the first aircraft interior display.4. The modular aircraft display arrangement of claim 3 , wherein the module tubular wall section is aligned with an adjacent section of the tubular wall of the fuselage display structure when the first ...

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Номер записи: 68
09-05-2019 дата публикации

PORTABLE SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING BROAD ACCESS TO MICRO- AND NANO-SCALE TECHNOLOGIES

Номер: US20190139456A1
Автор: Abed Ovadia, Dunn Lawrence, Eynon Benjamin, Sayal Aseem, Singhal Shrawan, Sreenivasan Sidlgata V.
Принадлежит:

A portable system to enable broad access to micro- and nano-scale technologies. The portable system includes a fabrication module configured to enable creation of a small tech device or structure or to enable demonstration of a small tech process. The portable system further includes a metrology module configured to allow measuring, testing or characterizing a property of the small tech device, structure or process. Furthermore, the portable system includes a quality control module configured to validate results from the metrology module against a set of expected results measured independently. 1. A portable system comprising:a fabrication module configured to enable creation of a small tech device or structure or to enable demonstration of a small tech process;a metrology module configured to allow measuring, testing or characterizing a property of said small tech device, structure or process; anda quality control module configured to validate results from said metrology module against a set of expected results measured independently.2. The portable system as recited in claim 1 , wherein said quality control module contains substantially identical reference samples to provide for accurate calibration of measured results.3. The portable system as recited in claim 1 , wherein said expected results are measured independently and are accessed via a network.4. The portable system as recited in claim 1 , wherein data for said metrology module is automatically uploaded to the cloud via a network to perform said validation against said set of expected results measured independently.5. The portable system as recited in claim 1 , wherein said small tech device or structure is made over an area greater than or equal to 1 mmor volume greater than or equal to 1 mm.6. The portable system as recited in claim 1 , wherein said small tech process is carried out over an area greater than or equal to 1 mmor volume greater than or equal to 1 mm.7. The portable system as recited in ...

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Номер записи: 69
17-06-2021 дата публикации

Real size topography marking system

Номер: US20210180346A1
Автор: Olivier AGIE DE SELSATEN, Vincent AGIE DE SELSATEN
Принадлежит: VIAGE SPRL

A movable topography marking system with a movable marking system for marking in actual size at least some construction information on a construction surface, said marking system comprising at least a spraying device adapted to spray at least one painted band; an engraving laser adapted for burning said at least one painted band for marking on said at least one painted band construction information; and at least one positionning topographic prism.

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Номер записи: 70
09-06-2016 дата публикации

SAMPLE DECK DISPLAY SYSTEM

Номер: US20160163239A1
Автор: Church Coty, Hatmaker Natalie, Larson Laura, Lukon Jessica, Morris Sarah, Musselwhite Dan, Spray Jeffrey L., Wisecup Sheryl, Wolken Linnea, Wozny Kristen
Принадлежит:

A sample deck and display system is provided. The sample deck display system may include a sample deck having multiple covering samples. The sample deck display system may include a display device to support the sample deck adjacent an architectural opening for a user to view several of the multiple covering samples at the same time, such as for simultaneous comparison purposes. 1. A sample deck comprising:a substrate having a height dimension and a length dimension that is larger than the height dimension; anda plurality of covering samples each including a front surface configured to extend across an opening, said plurality of covering samples attached to said substrate in a side-by-side arrangement along the length dimension of said substrate for side-by-side extension of said plurality of covering samples and side-by-side viewing of said front surfaces of said plurality of covering samples in an environment in which a covering represented by one or more of said plurality of covering samples is to be placed, said front surface of each of said plurality of covering samples extending along at least a portion of the length dimension of said substrate;wherein each covering sample is independently movable between a collapsed position and an expanded position.2. The sample deck of claim 1 , wherein each covering sample is expandable away from said substrate and collapsible towards said substrate.3. The sample deck of claim 1 , wherein each covering sample includes a cover member identifying the respective covering sample.4. The sample deck of claim 3 , wherein each covering sample is positioned between said substrate and said cover member along a vector extending away from said substrate.5. The sample deck of claim 1 , wherein at least two covering samples have different lengths when fully extended.6. The sample deck of claim 1 , further comprising a retention feature attached to said substrate and associated with said plurality of covering samples.7. The sample deck ...

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Номер записи: 71
07-06-2018 дата публикации

Interactive advertising display for screen protectors

Номер: US20180158383A1
Автор: Gregory Blair Norris
Принадлежит: Individual

An interactive advertising display for allowing a user to test the advertised strength of a glass screen protector for a mobile electronic device. The display includes a striker mounted to a backboard. A mounting assembly secures the striker to the backboard such that the striker is operable between a lowered position and a raised position. Pre-positioned to receive a blow from the striker is a glass screen protector for a mobile electronic device. In operation, the user manually lifts the striker from the lowered position to the raised positioned. When released by the user, the striker free falls from the raised position and impacts the glass screen protector. In this manner, the user may test the advertised strength of the glass screen protector using the interactive advertising display.

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Номер записи: 72
14-06-2018 дата публикации

FILTER AIRFLOW DEMONSTRATOR

Номер: US20180165992A1
Автор: Fiello Jonathan R., Wall Jere James, Williams Steve
Принадлежит: K&N Engineering, Inc.

An apparatus and a method are provided for a filter airflow demonstrator to provide a visual representation of resistance to air flow through an air filter. The airflow demonstrator comprises a housing that includes an opening configured to receive the air filter. An edge portion of the opening receives a perimeter of the air filter, such that a filter medium of the air filter is disposed over the opening. An electric fan within an interior of the housing draws the air flow through the filter medium into the housing. A transparent stand pipe is disposed atop the housing, such that a lumen of the stand pipe transports the air flow from the interior to an exterior of the housing. A ball within the central lumen travels upwards therein under the action of the air flow to provide an indication of resistance to the air flow through the air filter. 1. A filter airflow demonstrator configured to provide a visual representation of air flow through an air filter , comprising:a housing including an opening configured to receive the air filter and a throttle opening configured to facilitate controlling air flow within the housing;an electric fan disposed within an interior of the housing and configured to draw air flow through the air filter into the interior;a transparent stand pipe disposed atop the housing, a central lumen of the transparent stand pipe being in fluid communication with the interior and configured to transport the air flow from the interior to an exterior of the housing; anda ball configured to travel upwards within the central lumen under the action of the air flow.2. The demonstrator of claim 1 , wherein the housing is comprised of an optically transparent claim 1 , rigid material claim 1 , such as Poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) claim 1 , polycarbonate claim 1 , or any of various transparent thermoplastics.3. The demonstrator of claim 1 , wherein an interior wall separates a first chamber and a second chamber within the housing claim 1 , the electric fan ...

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Номер записи: 73
01-07-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GATHERING AND ANALYZING BIOMETRIC USER FEEDBACK FOR USE IN SOCIAL MEDIA AND ADVERTISING APPLICATIONS

Номер: US20210196188A1
Автор: Kothuri Ravi Kanth V., Levine Brian, Marci Carl
Принадлежит:

Systems and methods for measuring biologically and behaviorally based responses to social media, locations, or experiences and providing instant and continuous feedback in response thereto are disclosed. An example system includes a first sensor to determine an emotional response of a user exposed to a social media application, a second sensor to determine a current activity of the user, and a third sensor to determine an environment of the user. The example system also establishes a priority schedule based on the emotional response, the current activity, and the environment. The system also correlates, based on the priority schedule, an advertisement with at least one of the emotional response, activity, or the environment. In addition, the example system presents the advertisement based on the priority schedule and the correlation of the advertisement with the at least one of the activity, the environment, or the emotional response. 1. (canceled)2. A system comprising:a sensor to collect biometric data from a user;a holder to secure the sensor to the user;a memory; and determine a first activity of the user, the first activity related to use of an application on a mobile device;', 'determine a second activity of the user, the second activity related to a motion data of the user;', 'determine an emotional state of the user based on the biometric data; and', 'provide a media content recommendation based on the emotional state of the user and at least one of the first activity or the second activity., 'a processor to3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the processor is to prioritize one of the first activity or the second activity over the other of the first activity or the second activity based on a machine learning model.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the machine learning model includes prioritization of the first activity or the second activity based on a prior use of the mobile device and a prioritization scale that provides a first weight to a first activity ...

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Номер записи: 74
18-09-2014 дата публикации

System And Method For Classification Of Three-Dimensional Models In A Virtual Environment

Номер: US20140267229A1
Автор: Lincan Zou, LIU Ren, Zi'ang DING
Принадлежит: ROBERT BOSCH GMBH

A method for classification of three-dimensional structures in a virtual environment includes identifying a plurality of polygons in a structure located in a virtual environment, identifying a plurality of surface normals, each surface normal corresponding to one polygon in the plurality of polygons that are in the structure, identifying a variance of a distribution of the plurality of surface normals, generating a first classification for the structure in response to the variance being less than a predetermined threshold, and generating a graphical display of the structure with at least one visual aspect of the structure being modified with reference to the first classification.

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Номер записи: 75
22-06-2017 дата публикации

SPRAY PATTERN DEMONSTRATION KIT

Номер: US20170178542A1
Автор: Ledebuhr Mark, Spandl Eric P., Wolf Ryan
Принадлежит:

The present application relates generally to a demonstration kit for various nozzles. The demonstration kit may include a spray assembly and a control assembly. The spray assembly may include a case having a base and a cover rotatably coupled to the base, a plurality of back wall panels configured to be secured to a sidewall of the base, a boom connected to an interior surface of the case, and one or more nozzles connected to the boom and repositionable along a length of the boom. The control assembly includes at least one pump that when in an operating orientation is fluidly connected to the one or more nozzles and a portable power supply in electrical communication with the at least one pump. 1. A demonstration kit comprising: a case having a base and a cover rotatably coupled to the base;', 'a plurality of back wall panels configured to be secured to a sidewall of the base;', 'a boom connected to an interior surface of the case; and', 'one or more nozzles connected to the boom and repositionable along a length of the boom;, 'a spray assembly comprisinga control assembly comprising an electrical input; andat least one pump that when in an operating orientation is fluidly connected to the one or more nozzles.2. The demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pump comprises a first pump and a second pump.3. The demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of back wall panels are a corrugated plastic material.4. The demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the kit can be assembled by hand without tools.5. The demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pump is controlled by a pulse width modulation signal.6. The demonstration kit of claim 1 , wherein the control assembly further comprises a dampening assembly to dampen pulses in the fluid pumped by the at least one pump.7. The demonstration kit of claim 6 , wherein the dampening assembly comprises a plurality of elastomeric tubes connected between an outlet of the at least one pump and ...

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Номер записи: 76
13-06-2019 дата публикации

KIT OF PRE-CONSTRUCTION SAMPLES FOR REPLICATING CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS

Номер: US20190174936A1
Автор: Bender David J., Bender James J.
Принадлежит:

The present invention is a pre-construction sample that is made of a flexible material and has a product image corresponding to an actual construction product. The pre-construction sample is preferably at least 18 inches in one dimension. The pre-construction sample is preferably produced by a printing process having at least 200 dpi, and more preferably 300 dpi. Kits of pre-construction samples are provided to assist the consumer choosing from among various construction products, such as flooring, decking, countertops, cabinets, windows, shingles, among others. 120-. (canceled)21. A method of assisting a consumer with a selection of a countertop product , comprising:printing a plurality of countertop samples, each of the countertop samples being made of a flexible material and having a substantially flat primary surface that includes a countertop image replicating a countertop product, the countertop image for each countertop sample being an image of only a single countertop product and having an irregularity pattern that substantially corresponds to an irregularity pattern of the countertop product being replicated, the irregularity pattern of the countertop sample being substantially the same scale as the irregularity pattern of the countertop product being replicated, the countertop products being replicated include a first countertop product and a second countertop product having different irregularity patterns and that are associated with, respectively, a first flexible countertop sample and a second flexible countertop sample;allowing the consumer to access at least one web page, the at least one web page including a plurality of icons corresponding to the countertop products;based on the interaction of the consumer with the at least one webpage, receiving selections of the first flexible countertop sample and the second flexible countertop sample; andplacing the first and second flexible countertop samples in a package for transportation to the consumer.22. ...

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Номер записи: 77
08-07-2021 дата публикации

Fire test system and method for tunnel structure based on real-time fusion of numerical and physical spaces

Номер: US20210208554A1
Автор: Hehua ZHU, Tong Zhang, Wenqi DING, Yi Shen, Zhiguo YAN
Принадлежит: TONGJI UNIVERSITY

The present disclosure provides a fire test system and method for tunnel structure based on real-time fusion of numerical and physical spaces. The fire test system includes: a physical test unit, to perform a holographic fire test on the typical segment components of tunnel structure system in a physical space, to obtain holographic characteristic parameter data of the typical components; a numerical analysis unit, to establish a full-scale numerical model of the tunnel-stratum composite system in a numerical space, to obtain multi-field coupling boundary data of the typical components; and a fusion control unit, to control and adjust a multi-field coupling boundary of the physical space according to the multi-field coupling boundary data, and to update and adjust an input parameter of the numerical space according to the holographic characteristic parameter data.

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Номер записи: 78
08-07-2021 дата публикации

TEACHING AND DEMONSTRATION TOOL FOR SIMULATING FABRIC CONSTRUCTION

Номер: US20210209970A1
Автор: LU Yuzheng, Wang Yang
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A teaching and demonstration tool for simulating fabric construction, which is used for demonstrating the fabric construction and assisting in teaching and designing fabric constructions. The teaching and demonstration tool includes a frame body for fixing the warp strips () and weft strips (), and a plurality of pairs of positioning members (). The frame body includes longitudinal bars () and latitudinal bars (). A plurality of warp strips () and weft strips () are fixed on the longitudinal bars () and the latitudinal bars () respectively by the plurality of positioning members (). Both the longitudinal bars and latitudinal bars () are provided with scale lines. 1. A teaching and demonstration tool for simulating fabric construction , comprising:a frame body, for fixing warp strips and weft strips;a plurality of pairs of positioning members, for fixing two ends of the warp strips and the weft strips respectively on the frame body;wherein the frame body comprises at least a pair of longitudinal bars and at least a pair of latitudinal bars, the longitudinal bars and latitudinal bars are provided with scale lines.2. The tool according to claim 1 , wherein the frame body is provided with a plurality of sets of different scale lines.3. The tool according to claim 1 , wherein slid rails are opened on the frame body along the longitudinal direction or the latitudinal direction; said positioning member comprises a slider at least partially and slidably arranged in said slide rails.4. The tool according to claim 3 , wherein the positioning member also includes a positioning-nut detachably connected to the slider claim 3 , when the positioning-nut is connected to the slider claim 3 , the warp strip or the weft strip is fixed between the positioning-nut and the frame body; when the positioning-nut is separated from the frame body claim 3 , the warp strip or the weft strip is detachable from the frame body.5. The tool according to claim 3 , wherein the slider is elastically ...

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Номер записи: 79
18-09-2014 дата публикации

Miniature universal dynamometer educational tool

Номер: US20140272916A1
Автор: Arthur Seymour
Принадлежит: Advins Inc

A miniature universal dynamometer for use in teaching and measuring horsepower of scaled down electronic vehicles and DC generators is provided. The miniature universal dynamometer relates generally to electro-mechanical vehicles that use DC energy and DC generators that produce electrical power. This miniature universal dynamometer relates specifically to vehicles that easily and quickly demonstrate to students and auto workers the design and horsepower used by the electronic vehicles in moving vehicles on various roadways. The device also utilizes a switch which allows the device to measure horsepower required to produce electrical power from a DC generator.

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Номер записи: 80
05-07-2018 дата публикации

COLOR WHEEL AND APPARATUS FOR VIEWING AND ADJUSTING COLOR SCHEMES

Номер: US20180190161A1
Автор: Higgins Josh
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A color wheel having a plurality of pieces is disclosed. Selected brick pieces may be stacked upon each other side-by-side and a viewing apparatus laid upon the stacked brick pieces. The viewing apparatus may have a viewing window which can be adjusted in order to adjust the percentage of each of the brick pieces being viewed through the viewing window of the viewing apparatus to provide for a more accurate perception of how the selected colored pieces will be perceived when implemented in a brick building. 1. An apparatus for viewing a plurality of colors through a viewing window , the apparatus comprising:a plurality of pie shaped brick pieces, each pie shaped brick piece having a different color, each pie shaped brick piece having opposed edges that mate with each other;first and second sheets pivotally attached to each other, the first and second sheets having interior edges that define an adjustable viewing window to expose different ratios of the pie shaped brick pieces laid adjacent to each other.2. The apparatus of wherein a first pie shaped brick pieces has opposed linear skewed edges that mate with an adjacent second pie shaped brick piece.3. The apparatus of wherein the first and second sheets having return portions at opposed end portions to form a rectangular enclosed viewing window.4. The apparatus of wherein the first and second sheets are pivotally attached to each other.5. A method of viewing a color scheme claim 1 , the method comprising the steps of:providing first and second pie shaped brick pieces, the first pie shaped brick piece having a first color wherein the first color is viewable on a display surface, the second pie shaped brick piece having a second color wherein the second color is viewable on a display surface, the first pie shaped brick piece defining a first edge, the second pie shaped brick piece defining a second edge wherein the first edge mates with the second edge along a substantial length of the first and second edges of the ...

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Номер записи: 81
23-07-2015 дата публикации

Device for simulating the ingestion of chunks of ice by an engine

Номер: US20150206458A1
Автор: Ewen Marechal, Jean-Yves Perrin
Принадлежит: SNECMA SAS

A device for simulating an ingestion of chunks of ice by an engine, including: a main tank forming a cavity for a fuel, and connected to an inlet of the engine by a pipe; an injection system including an injection member arranged in the pipe; a secondary tank forming a cavity for a fuel, which tank is connected to the injection system by a selector member; and a reservoir connected firstly to a reserve of water and secondly to the injection system via the selector member. The selector member is configured to place the injection system selectively in communication with the secondary tank or with the reservoir to inject a determined quantity of water into the engine.

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Номер записи: 82
27-06-2019 дата публикации

Improvements introduced in sets of structural parts for composition of architectural didactic materials

Номер: US20190197918A1
Автор: Marcio Sequeira De Oliveira
Принадлежит: Individual

Sets of structural parts (CPE) designed for the composition of Architectural didactic models (MD) for learning or research carried out by students, teachers, engineers, architects or anyone else interested in the subject; (CPE) comprise structural elements vertical and transverse sections (40) forming the pillars and beams and formed by springs (41) and (42) are cylindrical and helical, the traction and compression of which deformations (d1) or displacements (d2) of the structures (MD); (ii) metal cables (50) which comprises bracing and struts; (iii) plates (60) simulating slabs, walls and coverings made of plastic for horizontal locking, vertical and inclined between the elements (40) and (50) so as to simulate slabs, walls and roofs of a building; and (iv) groupings of links (AG), also, formed by labeled bonds (70) comprising balls metallic (71) for receiving the magnets (IM) of the elements (40) and (50) or other magnets (IM) of other structural parts (CPE) and rigid connections (90) configured by trapezoidal-shaped parts (91) where in at least that in three flat faces 91a, 91b and 91c are provided housings (r1) for magnet assembly (IM); the assembly of the parts CPE 30, 40, 50, 60 and (70) and inclusion of the base connection pieces (80), rigid links (90) and links (100) comprises a ‘kit’ (10) mounted in a compact housing (20) with a hinged lid (21) which includes an instruction manual (T1) where possible structures obtained with the arrangement of the parts Structural Funds (FPC).

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Номер записи: 83
20-07-2017 дата публикации

VEHICLE EXTRICATION DOOR SYSTEM

Номер: US20170206806A1
Автор: Temple Rodney Gene
Принадлежит: FireVent, LLC

A vehicle extrication door system that is a training simulator used to simulate opening the door of a vehicle that has been involved in an accident. The system comprises two supports, two consumable pieces, a first connector, and a compound hinge. Each support can have a proximate end, a distal end, an interior surface and an exterior surface, and each consumable piece can have an opening. The proximate end of the first support supports the first consumable piece, and the proximate end of the second support supports the second consumable piece. The opening of the first consumable piece aligns with the opening of the second consumable piece on the same horizontal axis and the first connector then passes through the openings of the consumable pieces and secures the first consumable piece to the second consumable piece. The first support is moveable between an open and a closed position. 1. A vehicle extrication door system , the system comprising:a) a first support having a first proximate end and a first distal end, an interior surface and an exterior surface, wherein the first proximate end is configured to support a first consumable piece;b) a second support having a second proximate end and a second distal end, wherein the second proximate end is configured to support a second consumable piece; andc) a hinge comprising an interior hinge mechanism and an exterior hinge mechanism, wherein the interior and exterior hinge mechanisms are coupled to each other by a first connector;wherein the first distal end of the first support is coupled to the second distal end of the second support by the hinge and the first support is moveable between an open position and a closed position.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising the first consumable piece and the second consumable piece claim 1 , and wherein the first consumable piece comprises a first opening and the second consumable piece comprises a second opening claim 1 , and the first opening and the second opening ...

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Номер записи: 84
26-07-2018 дата публикации

Construction management system and method

Номер: US20180209156A1
Автор: Bo Pettersson
Принадлежит: HEXAGON TECHNOLOGY CENTER GMBH

A construction management system for constructing a building including at least one heavy lifting machine for moving a one building element to a mounting position on the building, a central computing unit providing a building information model comprising at least a construction plan comprising a target state of the construction of the building, a three-dimensional model of an actual construction state of the building, and a three-dimensional model of the element, wherein the central computing unit is adapted to determine the mounting position for the element based on the construction plan, the model of the current construction state and on the model of the element.

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Номер записи: 85
27-07-2017 дата публикации

AUGMENTED AND VIRTUAL REALITY SIMULATOR FOR PROFESSIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL TRAINING

Номер: US20170213473A1
Автор: JR. Stanley Thomas, Miller Christopher Ryan, Namperumal Srihari Kumar, Ribeira Jason Robert, Ribeira Ryan Joseph, Sarma Karthik Venkataraman, Stadelman
Принадлежит: SimX, Inc.

A method and apparatus for an augmented reality simulator for professional and educational training is provided. The simulator provides a training environment spanning one or more physical locations in which one or more virtual avatars representing purely virtual objects or persons or real physical objects or persons which are located at a different physical location are projected into the physical space. The avatars are interactive with other avatars and real objects or persons and update over time or in response to actions taken by other real or virtual elements, or based on predefined instructions. Sensors and devices are used to detect the locations of and actions taken by real persons or real objects and this sensed data is used to evolve the state of the simulation and avatars based on predefined instructions and programs and update the view of all participants. 1. A method comprising;receiving, by an authoring application running on a computing device, a set of one or more values that define at least one of a physical or a physiological property of a virtual avatar;in response to receiving the set of one more values, generating, by the authoring application running on the computing device, an instruction set for virtual avatar projection into an augmented or virtual reality environment;wherein the instruction set includes instructions used by an augmented or virtual reality application to project the virtual avatar into real or virtual space such that the virtual avatar exhibits a behavior based, at least in part, on at least one of the physical or the physiological properties defined through the authoring application.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the instruction set generated by the authoring application is operable to trigger changes to the augmented or virtual reality environment over time or based upon the passage of time claim 1 , such that a sequence of events occurs in the augmented or virtual reality environment as defined by the ...

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Номер записи: 86
27-07-2017 дата публикации

TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A DYNAMIC FLUID FLOW SYSTEM

Номер: US20170213483A1
Автор: Free Michael J., Peterson Eric D.
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A dynamic fluid flow system for training. The system incorporates transparent piping, transparent pump components, transparent valve components, and other components found in most fluid flow systems which provide visual feedback for training purposes when training personnel on the fluid flow system. The fluid flow system of the present invention includes all elements which would typically be found on a fluid flow system used in industrial facilities such as power plants, and allows full training and certification of personnel on a full interactive dynamic system which produces visual feedback not capable on existing training systems or even on actual systems used in industrial applications. An embodiment of the present invention could be in the form of a portable system which can be transported in a standard trailer or even deployed in a vehicle for remote deployment. 1. A training system comprising:a fluid flow system comprising a plurality of pipe segments joined together by a plurality of valves;at least one pump;said plurality of pipe segments and plurality of valves configured to form a surge tank section, a pump section, a filter section, a vertical flow velocity demonstrator (VFVD) section, a makeup/drain tank section, a horizontal flow velocity demonstrator (HFVD) section, a heat exchanger (HXR) section, a secondary loop section, a drain section, and a HXR bypass section;at least one primary loop pump connected to said pump section;at least one secondary loop pump connected to said secondary loop section;a pair of surge tanks comprised of semi-transparent material;wherein each of said plurality of pipe segments are all comprised of semi-transparent material;wherein each of said plurality of valves are at least partially comprised of semi-transparent material;wherein said primary loop pump comprises a housing comprised of semi-transparent material;wherein said secondary loop pump comprises a housing comprised of semi-transparent material; andsaid fluid flow ...

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Номер записи: 87
26-07-2018 дата публикации

Methods and Systems for Using a Virtual or Augmented Reality Display to Perform Industrial Maintenance

Номер: US20180211447A1
Автор: SPAYD Randall
Принадлежит:

A method of providing a virtual reality or augmented reality display is provided. The method includes generating, with a camera of a device, first video content (e.g., a first video stream) that may include a depiction of a component of a facility for the processing of a pharmaceutical product, e.g., a biological product and detecting or selecting the component (e.g., a vessel, a pipe between a holding tank and a filter). The method also includes generating second video content that may include an indicator associated with the component (e.g., a vessel, pipe, holding tank, or filter), where the first video content and the second video content provides a virtual reality or augmented reality display. 1. A method of providing a virtual reality or augmented reality display , comprising acts of:generating, with a camera of a device, first video content comprising a depiction of a component of a facility for the processing of a pharmaceutical product;detecting or selecting the component; andgenerating second video content comprising a first indicator associated with the component, the first video content and the second video content providing a virtual reality or augmented reality display.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the indicator is associated with one or more of: (i) an identity or type of the component claim 1 , (ii) information related to maintenance or replacement of the component claim 1 , (iii) information related to a second component that is functionally linked to the component claim 1 , (iv) information or a value related to a function claim 1 , a condition or a status of the component claim 1 , (v) information related to a service life of the component claim 1 , (vi) information related to an age of the component claim 1 , (vii) information related to a date the component was installed claim 1 , (viii) information related to a manufacturer of the component claim 1 , (ix) information related to an availability of a replacement for the component claim 1 , ( ...

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Номер записи: 88
25-06-2020 дата публикации

Playback Device Demonstration

Номер: US20200204835A1
Автор: Dubrovsky Zivthan, Eiben Adrian, Heffernan Jason, Reilly Jonathon, Salzman Nicholas, Sarkic Andrej, Vega-Zayas Luis
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A playback device may be communicatively connected to a network device at a demonstration location. After connecting to the network device, the playback device may receive from the network device, a message indicating media content for playback by the playback device. In response to receiving the message, the playback device may play the media content, where playing the media content comprises modifying a default configuration of a demonstration mode. After receiving the message, the playback device may be disconnected from the network device. After disconnecting from the network device, the playback device may return to the default configuration of the demonstration mode. 1. A computing device comprising:at least one processor;non-transitory computer-readable medium; and communicate, over a data network, with at least one playback device located in a retail point-of-sale display;', 'determine a first access credential for connecting to the data network;', 'authenticate a first user device to connect to the data network using the first access credential;', 'determine that a predetermined period of time has elapsed after authenticating the first user device to connect to the data network using the first access credential;', 'in response to determining that the predetermined period of time has elapsed,, 'program instructions stored on the non-transitory computer-readable medium that are executable by the at least one processor and thereby cause the computing device to be configured to(i) cause the first user device to become disconnected from the data network, and 'authenticate a second user device to connect to the data network using the second access credential.', '(ii) update the first access credential to a second access credential; and'}2. The computing device of claim 1 , further comprising program instructions stored on the non-transitory computer-readable medium that are executable by the at least one processor and thereby cause the computing device to be ...

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Номер записи: 89
13-08-2015 дата публикации

VIRTUAL WELDING SYSTEM

Номер: US20150228203A1
Автор: AJITJANDRA Antonius, Bennett Matt, KINDIG Michael A., LEACH Jason, POSTLEHWAITE Deanna
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This written description uses examples to disclose the invention, including the best mode, and also to enable one of ordinary skill in the art to practice the invention, including making and using any devices or systems and performing any incorporated methods. The patentable scope of the invention is defined by the claims, and may include other examples that occur to those skilled in the art. Such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that are not different from the literal language of the claims, or if they include equivalent structural elements with insubstantial differences from the literal language of the claims. 1. A virtual welding system , comprising:a programmable processor based subsystem;a spatial tracker operatively connected to the programmable processor based subsystem; one or more adapters, wherein each adapter emulates the real-world appearance of a particular weld type; and', 'a base that is removably coupled to each of the one or more adapters., 'a mock welding tool capable of being spatially tracked by the spatial tracker, the mock welding tool includes,'}2. The virtual welding system of claim 1 , further including:one or more sensors disposed within the base; anda magnet that has a spatial location, which is tracked by the one or more sensors to identify the relative location of the mock welding tool to the magnet.3. The virtual welding system of claim 2 , further including:a welding coupon having at least one surface and simulating a real world part to be welded, the welding coupon is disposed a known distance from the magnet, the welding coupon having at least one surface and simulating a real-world part to be welded, wherein said at least one surface of said welding coupon is simulated in said virtual reality space as a double displacement layer including a solid displacement layer and a puddle displacement layer, wherein said puddle displacement layer is capable of modifying said ...

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Номер записи: 90
23-10-2014 дата публикации

MODELLING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20140315466A1
Автор: Murtagh Damien
Принадлежит:

A modelling assembly includes a plurality of releasably interconnectable parts, the parts including floor parts and wall parts . The assembly includes a plurality of pegs , each of which, in an assembled condition, extends from one part to another part to hold the parts together, at least one of the parts defining a peg receiving hole in which one of the pegs is receivable. 141-. (canceled)42. A modelling assembly , the assembly including a plurality of releasably interconnectable parts , the parts including floor parts and wall parts , the assembly including a plurality of pegs , each of which , in an assembled condition , extends from one part to another part to hold the parts together , at least one of the parts defining a peg receiving hole in which one of the pegs is receivable , the pegs being formed integrally with one or some of the parts , the assembly including a floor sub-assembly , the floor sub-assembly including a plurality of the floor parts , the floor parts defining floor part peg receiving holes , the floor sub-assembly including link parts , wherein , in the assembled condition , the floor parts are held together by the link parts , the link parts including integrally formed pegs , which are receivable in the floor part peg receiving holes.43. The assembly according to claim 42 , in which the holes are through holes so that the pegs are receivable in one end of the hole or the other and the floor part peg receiving holes receive the link part pegs in use from above and/or below.44. The assembly according to claim 42 , in which the assembly includes a plurality of different floor parts claim 42 , which are modular.45. The assembly according to claim 42 , in which the floor parts are based on a module which is square in plan.46. The assembly according to claim 42 , in which each module comprises spaced pairs of floor part peg receiving holes claim 42 , one pair of holes being arranged along each side of the module claim 42 , the holes being provided ...

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Номер записи: 91
20-08-2015 дата публикации

EDUCATIONAL KITS FOR SURFBOARD CONSTRUCTION

Номер: US20150235572A1
Автор: Sheerer Christian Peter, Weitz Carl Fredric
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Educational and instructive kits for surfboard construction are provided. In accordance with various embodiments of the present teachings, kits for making wooden and fiberglass scale-model surfboards can include blanks, templates, instructions, and/or other materials. A kit in accordance with the present teachings provides an educational tool for developing the skills for, and an understanding of, surfboard construction. As well, a kit of the present teachings can be employed in scale-model prototyping of surfboard designs. 1. An educational kit for construction of a scale-model surfboard , comprising:a container including (i) a generally rectangular blank including a rocker curve; (ii) a template dimensioned to fit on the blank for tracing, the template representing in outline fashion a scale-model surfboard for construction; and, (iii) instructions comprising a plurality of steps for the construction of said scale-model surfboard, said instructions describing techniques utilized in full-size surfboard construction.2. The kit of claim 1 , further comprising: one or more fins for said scale-model surfboard.3. The kit of claim 1 , further comprising: an abrasive material for sanding the blank.4. The kit of claim 1 , further comprising: an adhesive.5. The kit of claim 1 , further comprising: at least one coating composition.6. The kit of claim 5 , wherein said coating composition comprises a coloring composition.7. The kit of claim 5 , wherein said coating composition comprises a wax coating.8. The kit of claim 1 , further comprising: at least one item of personal protective gear.9. The kit of claim 8 , wherein said protective gear comprises a mask.10. The kit of claim 8 , wherein said protective gear comprises gloves.11. The kit of claim 1 , further comprising: a stand for supporting said blank or surfboard.12. The kit of claim 11 , further comprising: means for magnetically attaching said blank or surfboard to said stand.13. The kit of claim 1 , further comprising: ...

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Номер записи: 92
09-08-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD PRESENTING HOLOGRAPHIC PLANT GROWTH

Номер: US20180224802A1
Автор: Chiliveri Mounika, Dasari Pavan Kumar, Gurram Venkata Chaitanya, Kondapally Ranganath, Nagaralu Sree Hari, Sood Saurabh, Vasavada Jaldeep R.
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A system and method are disclosed for generating holographic plant life, which can grow over time, so that a user can see them mature, either in real time or in an accelerated timeframe. The environmental impact of the growth of plants may also be virtually depicted, such as for example displaying holographic birds, insects or other wildlife that may inhabit plants as they grow. The present technology brings users closer to nature and inspires them to plant real trees and other foliage. 1. A system for presenting an augmented reality environment , the system comprising:a display for displaying holographic objects to a user superimposed on a real world area;one or more sensors for sensing environmental conditions in the real world area; anda processor for generating the holographic objects in the form of one or more holographic plants, the processor changing one or more appearances of the one or more holographic plants over time at least in part in response to at least one of feedback from the one or more sensors of the environmental conditions, and historical data relating to environmental conditions at the real world area.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the processor changes the appearance of a holographic plant of the one or more holographic plants over time to a more developed stage where the environmental conditions at the real world area are favorable to the type of plant corresponding to the holographic plant.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the processor changes the appearance of a holographic plant of the one or more holographic plants over time to a more withered appearance where the environmental conditions at the real world area are unfavorable to the type of plant corresponding to the holographic plant.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the processor changes the appearance of a holographic plant of the one or more holographic plants to a more developed stage where the system detects objective indicia of user care.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 93
16-08-2018 дата публикации

Posable Training Aid

Номер: US20180233068A1
Автор: Kraus Jeffrey L., Krause Lawrence E.
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A lightweight training aid is disclosed including selectively positioned posable appendages for use in various training exercises. The training aid may be formed of one or more separable and distinct portions including a head module, a torso module and a leg module, and combinations thereof. The head module and/or leg module may be releasably coupled to the torso module by interchangeable mounting arrangements. Appendages of the training aid may be posable, at least within a set range of motion, within any of a potentially infinite number of orientations. Methods of using such a training aid also are disclosed 1. A modular training aid for use in a training exercise , comprising: a torso module,', 'a releasable head module adapted to engage the torso module, and', 'a releasable leg module adapted to engage the torso module,, 'at least one module selected from a group comprisingwherein the modular training aid has independently posable appendages configured to be engaged by a user during the training exercise.2. The modular training aid of claim 1 , wherein each posable appendage may be selectively positioned in any user-defined orientation configured to replicate at least one of: abduction claim 1 , adduction claim 1 , extension claim 1 , flexion claim 1 , rotation claim 1 , and circumduction movements.3. The modular training aid of claim 2 , wherein each posable appendage has a set range of motion of less than 120° from a neutral position claim 2 , and the user-defined orientation is within the set range of motion.4. The modular training aid of claim 3 , wherein the set range of motion generally provides for an anatomically accurate position for each posable appendage.5. The modular training aid of claim 4 , wherein each posable appendage is passively retained within the user-defined orientation that conforms to the anatomically accurate position for each posable appendage.6. The modular training aid of claim 1 , wherein each posable appendage is passively retained ...

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Номер записи: 94
26-08-2021 дата публикации

PRESSURE-CONTROL TEMPERATURE-CONTROL HYPERGRAVITY EXPERIMENTAL DEVICE FOR SIMULATING DEEP-SEA SEABED RESPONSES

Номер: US20210263005A1
Автор: Chen Yunmin, KONG Deqiong, LIN Weian, WANG Lujun, YANG Songqing, ZHU Bin
Принадлежит: Zhejiang University

A pressure-control temperature-control hypergravity experimental device includes a high pressure reactor, a hydraulic oil station, a manifold board, a hypergravity water pressure control module, a hypergravity mining control module, a kettle body temperature control module, and a data collection box. The hydraulic oil station is connected to the manifold board and then two paths are formed. The two paths are respectively connected to the high pressure reactor via the hypergravity water pressure control module and the hypergravity mining control module. The kettle body temperature control module is connected to the high pressure reactor. The high pressure reactor, the manifold board, the data collection box, the hypergravity water pressure control module and the hypergravity mining control module are disposed on a hypergravity centrifuge air-conditioning chamber. The hydraulic oil station, a computer and the kettle body temperature control module are disposed outside the hypergravity centrifuge air-conditioning chamber. 1. A pressure-controlled temperature-controlled hypergravity experimental device for simulating deep-sea seabed responses , comprising: a high pressure reactor , a hydraulic oil station , a manifold board , a hypergravity water pressure control module , a hypergravity mining control module , a kettle body temperature control module , and a data collection box , wherein the hydraulic oil station is connected to the manifold board and then two paths are formed , the two paths are respectively connected to the high pressure reactor via the hypergravity water pressure control module and the hypergravity mining control module; the kettle body temperature control module is connected to the high pressure reactor; the high pressure reactor , the data collection box , the hypergravity water pressure control module , and the hypergravity mining control module are all disposed on a hypergravity centrifuge in a hypergravity centrifuge air-conditioning chamber , ...

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Номер записи: 95
13-11-2014 дата публикации

Modular fenestration system

Номер: US20140331577A1
Автор: David Plummer, James B. Libby
Принадлежит: Andersen Corp

A modular fenestration system includes a collection of standardized functional units such as double hung window units, casement window units, picture window units, transom units, and the like. The functional units all share common sightlines, common glass set-back, common interfaces, common design language, and are sized according to a unique modular or incremental sizing grid. The sizing grid specifies individual window units in terms of the rough opening size in which they are designed to be installed. Individual functional units are easily combinable in a vast array of combinations to create a large number of possible composite window units. The above attributes of the functional units ensures that the composite window units are architecturally pleasing and appear as though they were custom crafted. The system also includes a collection of interior and interior trim units in various architectural styles that can be attached to installed standardized functional units via the common interfaces to match the architecture of a particular home or building. A collection of matching architectural grilles and hardware also are provided, and the trim units, grills, and hardware are all historically and period accurate to represent a wide variety of architectures both past and present. Exterior and interior trim can be built up from a limited number of standard components that can be combined in a large number of ways to create a wide variety of trim profiles.

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Номер записи: 96
30-08-2018 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for smart sand table demonstration

Номер: US20180247568A1
Автор: Bin Feng, Hao Chen, Kejia Pan, Xi Li, Zhenshan Wang
Принадлежит: Meike Technology Beijing Ltd, Microduino Inc

Apparatus and method for smart sand table demonstration are provided. The demonstration apparatus includes: a sand table base, a sensor device, a demonstration device and a controller. The sensor device is placed on the sand table base which is also used as a demonstration carrier for the demonstration device. The sensor device includes a sensor module and a first wireless communication module, for monitoring a status of the sensor module and transmit the status information to the controller through a wireless connection. The controller determines demonstration information based at least one of smart demonstration project information and the status information, and transmits the demonstration information to the demonstration device. The demonstration device analyzes the received demonstration information and performs demonstration actions.

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Номер записи: 97
17-09-2015 дата публикации

Toothbrush-demonstration device and system

Номер: US20150262504A1
Автор: Erika Sánchez, Matthew Lloyd Newman, Nicole Moulinier, Roger Zambrano
Принадлежит: Procter and Gamble Co

A toothbrush-demonstration device and system. The device has a main body and comprising a plurality of toothbrush holders, each of the toothbrush holders being structured and configured to accept and removably secure therein a single toothbrush in a fixed position, the toothbrush comprising a handle and a head including a plurality of cleaning elements, wherein a plurality of toothbrushes can be securely mounted substantially parallel to one another in the plurality of toothbrush holders for a simultaneous movement with the device relative to a test surface. The system includes the device, two toothbrushes being compared, and a test surface.

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Номер записи: 98
08-09-2016 дата публикации

UNINHABITED TEST CITY

Номер: US20160260359A1
Автор: Brumley, Brumley Fletcher W., Brumley Robert H., III Robert H., Reedy Michael J., Warner Charles
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A full scale uninhabited test facility is configured for building modular man made structures, evaluating modular man made structures, evaluating use of modular man made structures, and/or for other purposes. The structures may be located in a user configurable simulated environment. One or more structures may be configured to simulate use by inhabitants in a simulated environment. After testing, the constructed structure(s) may remain where built in the simulated environment(s) until such time as another user may reconfigure the environments or structures. As additional structures are built and/or modified, new and old structures may operate side by side, generating opportunity, for example, to test new and/or different technology on the same structures. 1. A full scale uninhabited test facility configured for building , and/or evaluating man made structures , the test facility comprising: simulate settings in which man made structures are built; and', 'simulate use of man made structures in the simulated settings;, 'user configurable uninhabited environments configured to an urban environment configured to simulate infrastructure and man made structures in a city;', 'a suburban environment configured to simulate infrastructure and man made structures around a city; and', 'a rural environment configured to simulate infrastructure and man made structures in non urban or suburban areas., 'the user configurable environments comprising2. The test facility of claim 1 , wherein the man made structures in the urban environment comprise:a structure density, wherein the structure density is the combined interior square footage of structures per given land area.3. The test facility of claim 2 , wherein the suburban structural density is lower than the urban structural density.4. The test facility of claim 3 , wherein the rural structural density is lower than the suburban structural density;5. The test facility of claim 4 , wherein the structure density varies geographically ...

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Номер записи: 99
27-11-2014 дата публикации

Open-Ditch Pipeline As-Built Process

Номер: US20140346223A1
Автор: Jan Lee Van Sickle
Принадлежит: Individual

Imaging, attribution, and 3D modeling of utility pipelines and other assets is accomplished through the processing of terrestrial photogrammetric, aerial photogrammetric, and/or 3D LiDAR scanning measurements, all of which may be augmented by an Inertial Measurement Unit. These measurements are spatially controlled by photo-identifiable targets whose positions are established by real-time or post-processed GPS measurements which, in turn, determine the relative and absolute positions of the resulting 3D model. The necessary attribute information is available the moment an optically readable code is affixed to the asset. All proposed data collection methods provide imagery and point clouds systematically. It is therefore possible to read the attributes encoded in the optically readable code directly from the imagery or point cloud. Both the attributes of the feature and the position of the encoded attributes on the feature are captured. The information unique to each joint of pipe is attached to that joint positionally.

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Номер записи: 100