Wärmeerzeugungssystem zur Ermittlung einer Effizienz einer Vorrichtung für selektive katalytische Reduktion

Es sind ein Steuerverfahren und -system zum Überwachen einer Vorrichtung für selektive katalytische Reduktion (SCR) eines Abgasbehandlungssystems offenbart. Das Verfahren umfasst ein Überwachen einer Mehrzahl von Betriebsbedingungen, die mit einer Ermittlung einer Effizienz der SCR-Vorrichtung in Verbindung stehen, sowie einer SCR-Temperatur. Das Verfahren umfasst ein Ermitteln, ob jede der Betriebsbedingungen innerhalb eines jeweiligen vorbestimmten Bereiches liegt und ob die SCR-Temperatur unterhalb eines Betriebstemperaturbereiches liegt. Das Verfahren umfasst ein Aktivieren einer Kohlenwasserstoffversorgung auf Grundlage dessen, ob jede der Betriebsbedingungen innerhalb des jeweiligen vorbestimmten Bereiches liegt und ob die SCR-Temperatur unterhalb des Betriebstemperaturbereiches liegt. Die Kohlenwasserstoffversorgung ist stromaufwärts der SCR-Vorrichtung angeordnet, um bei Aktivierung Wärme zu erzeugen. Das Verfahren umfasst ein Überwachen der SCR-Temperatur, um zu ermitteln, ob die ...

Verfahren und System zum selektiven Einschalten und Abschalten einer Diagnoseüberwachungseinrichtung einer Vorrichtung für selektive katalytische Reduktion

Es sind hier ein Fahrzeug, das einen Motor, ein Abgassystem und einen Controller aufweist, sowie ein Verfahren offenbart. Das Abgassystem weist einen Durchgang zum Lenken des Abgasstromes von dem Motor durch die Reihe von Abgasnachbehandlungsvorrichtungen auf, die eine Vorrichtung für selektive katalytische Reduktion sowie einen Dieselpartikelfilter (DPF) aufweisen. Die Abgasnachbehandlungsvorrichtungen werden dazu verwendet, verschiedene Abgasemissionen des Motors zu reduzieren. Das Abgassystem kann jedoch vorzeitig Durchgefallen-Emissionsergebnisse aufgrund der Menge an Schmutzstoffen rückführen, die durch das Abgassystem seit dem letzten Regenerationsereignis des Partikelfilters geströmt sind. Daher kann der Controller über das vorliegende Verfahren die Schwelle der SCR-Wirkungsgraddiagnose aufgrund von Schmutzstoffen, die sich an dem DPF angesammelt haben, ändern und kann die Diagnose auf Grundlage eines Satzes aufgezeichneter Anweisungen selektiv einschalten oder abschalten, um die ...

Verfahren zum selektiven Einschalten und Abschalten einer Diagnoseüberwachungseinrichtung einer Vorrichtung für selektive katalytische Reduktion sowie Fahrzeug mit einem Controller zur Ausführung des Verfahrens

Verfahren zum selektiven Einschalten und Abschalten einer Wirkungsgraddiagnose einer Vorrichtung für selektive katalytische Reduktion, wobei das Verfahren umfasst, dassüber einen Controller ein Bewertungselement gewählt wird, wobei das Bewertungselement die maximale Variable aus einem eines bewerteten gemessenen Differenzdruckes, einer bewerteten Zeit seit einer Regeneration des Partikelfilters, einer bewerteten Distanz, die von dem Fahrzeug seit einer Regeneration des Partikelfilters gefahren ist, und einer bewerteten Kraftstoffmenge, die von dem Motor seit einem Regenerationsereignis des Partikelfilters verbrannt ist, ist; unddie Ausführung der Wirkungsgraddiagnose der SCR-Vorrichtung als eine Funktion des Bewertungselementes selektiv eingeschaltet oder abgeschaltet wird, wozu das Bewertungselement mit einem ersten vorbestimmten Kalibrierungswert verglichen wird; undeine erste Steueraktion ausgeführt wird, wenn das Bewertungselement kleiner als der erste vorbestimmte Kalibrierungswert ...

Reconfigurable Multilayer Laminates and Methods

A multilayer laminate including a liner, a film, and an adhesive layer between the liner and film layers is described. The laminate includes a first release layer between the film layer and the adhesive layer, and a second release layer between the liner and the adhesive layer. The release characteristics of the two release layers are controlled to thereby enable the film layer, after receiving printed designs and/or text, to be removed from the remaining portion of the laminate, re-oriented, and then re-applied to the remaining portion of the laminate. Related methods associated with reconfiguring the laminate and application to articles or other receiving surfaces are also described. 1. A reconfigurable multilayer laminate comprising:a film layer;a liner layer;an adhesive layer disposed between the film layer and the liner layer;a first release layer disposed between the film layer and the adhesive layer; anda second release layer disposed between the liner layer and the adhesive layer;wherein the ratio of the release force of the first release layer to the release force of the second release layer is in the range of from about 1:1.5 to about 1:100.2. The reconfigurable laminate of wherein the ratio is about 1:3.3. The reconfigurable laminate of wherein the film layer includes a material selected from the group consisting of polyolefins claim 1 , vinyl-based polymers claim 1 , polyesters claim 1 , polycarbonates claim 1 , and combinations thereof.4. The reconfigurable laminate of wherein the film layer is polyethylene terepthalate (PET).5. The reconfigurable laminate of wherein the liner layer includes a material selected from the group consisting of paper claim 1 , foil claim 1 , film claim 1 , and combinations thereof.6. The reconfigurable laminate of wherein the adhesive layer includes a material selected from the group consisting of solvent-based pressure sensitive adhesives claim 1 , emulsion-based pressure sensitive adhesives claim 1 , hot melt rubber based ...

Remotely Powered Optical Output Labels

According to one exemplary embodiment, an apparatus, system and method for a remotely powered optical output label is disclosed. The system includes a transmitting device including at least one transmitting antenna and a power source. A receiving label is in remote communication with the transmitting device, the receiving label including a receiving antenna and a capacitor connected to at least one optical element. The optical element may be selectively controlled and powered to variably emit light using energy transmitted by the transmitting device. 1. An optical output label system , comprising:a transmitting device including at least one transmitting antenna and a power source;at least one receiving label in remote communication with the transmitting device, the at least one receiving label including a receiving antenna connected to at least one optical element;wherein the at least one optical element is controlled and powered to emit light using energy transmitted by the transmitting device.2. The optical output label system of claim 1 , wherein:the at least one optical element is controlled by varying factors transmitted by the transmitting device including at least one of signal strength, frequency, and field orientation.3. The optical output label system of claim 1 , wherein:the at least one optical element includes at least one of a light emitting diode (LED), a pair of light emitting diodes, a printed alternating current (AC) electroluminescent panel, a printed direct current (DC) electroluminescent panel, organic light emitting diode (OLED), and polymer light emitting diode.4. The optical output label system of claim 1 , wherein:the capacitance of the at least one optical element is resonant with the at least one receiving antenna at a first frequency, and the transmitting device is set at said first frequency.5. The optical output label system of claim 1 , wherein:the at least one receiving label is in wireless communication with the transmitting device.6 ...

PREPARATION AND OPTIMIZATION OF OXYGENATED GASOLINES

A process for controlling the composition of an xBOB so that the xBOB will yield an oxygenate-containing gasoline which precisely meets desired specifications when mixed with the desired amount of oxygenate. The process involves blending a plurality of blendstocks to produce an xBOB, withdrawing a sample of the xBOB, obtaining spectroscopic measurements for the sample, applying mathematical models that were based on correlation of xBOB spectra to associated oxygenate-containing gasoline properties, to predict laboratory analysis results for oxygenate-containing gasoline properties, and using the analysis results to control and optimize the blending process. 1. A method to make a calibration model comprising:(a) collecting an xBOB stream sample;(b) analyzing the xBOB stream sample by one or more spectroscopic methods to produce an analyzed xBOB product spectrum;(c) transmitting the spectrum of the analyzed xBOB product to a conversion device to mathematically correct or enhance the spectrum to create a corrected spectrum;(d) adding a fixed, known quantity of a pre-determined oxygenate composition to said analyzed xBOB product to produce an associated oxygenate-containing gasoline;(e) performing laboratory tests on said associated oxygenate-containing gasoline to determine laboratory results for one or more chemical or physical properties; and(f) correlating the spectra from a series of xBOB streams to the laboratory results for the associated oxygenate-containing gasoline products to produce a calibration model2. A method in accordance with wherein said xBOB comprises mixtures of hydrocarbons selected form the group consisting of catalytically cracked naphtha claim 1 , coker naphtha claim 1 , reformate claim 1 , virgin naphtha claim 1 , isomerate claim 1 , alkylate claim 1 , raffinate claim 1 , natural gasoline claim 1 , polymer gasoline claim 1 , pyrolysis gasoline claim 1 , pentane claim 1 , butane claim 1 , xylene claim 1 , toluene claim 1 , and the like and ...

ROLLOVER WARNING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE

A rollover warning system for a vehicle includes: a base control inertial measurement unit with a plurality of sensors and a computer. The plurality of sensors measures a plurality of vehicle measurements. The plurality of vehicle measurements include at least two of: a longitudinal acceleration measurement; a lateral acceleration measurement; a vertical acceleration measurement; a roll rate measurement; a yaw rate measurement; and combinations thereof. Optionally, a pitch rate gyro for pitch measurement can be added for additional functionality, such as a vertical slope warning, or it can also be input into the predictive algorithm for defining additional vehicle hazardous operation states and conditions. The computer calculates a Rollover Risk Estimate based on the plurality of vehicle measurements taken by the plurality of sensors in the inertial measurement unit. 1. A rollover warning system comprising:a base control inertial measurement unit having a plurality of sensors;said plurality of sensors measuring a plurality of vehicle measurements, said plurality of vehicle measurements including at least two of: a longitudinal acceleration measurement; a lateral acceleration measurement; a vertical acceleration measurement; a roll rate measurement; a pitch rate measurement; a yaw rate measurement; and combinations thereof; anda computer calculating a Rollover Risk Estimate based on said plurality of vehicle measurements taken by said plurality of sensors in said inertial measurement unit.2. The rollover warning system of wherein:said longitudinal acceleration measurement being measured by a longitudinal accelerometer;said lateral acceleration measurement being measured by a lateral accelerometer;said vertical acceleration measurement being measured by a vertical accelerometer;said roll rate measurement being measured by a roll gyroscope;said pitch rate measurement being measured by a pitch gyroscope; andsaid yaw rate measurement being measured by a yaw gyroscope.3. ...

BLOCK HEATER DETECTION FOR IMPROVED STARTABILITY

A method of starting an internal combustion engine includes sensing a temperature of an engine coolant at an engine block of the internal combustion engine, and sensing a temperature of a secondary engine component remote from the engine block when the internal combustion engine is not running. A numerical difference between the temperature of the engine coolant and the temperature of the secondary engine component is calculated. A start parameter setting used to control the start of the internal combustion engine is adjusted based upon both the sensed temperature of the engine coolant and the numerical difference between the sensed temperature of the engine coolant and the sensed temperature of the secondary engine component. 1. A method of operating an internal combustion engine , the method comprising:sensing a temperature of an engine coolant when the internal combustion engine is not running;sensing a temperature of a secondary engine component when the internal combustion engine is not running;calculating a numerical difference between the sensed temperature of the engine coolant and the sensed temperature of the secondary engine component; andadjusting at least one start parameter setting used to start the internal combustion engine to compensate for a low temperature start of the internal combustion engine based upon the sensed temperature of the engine coolant and the numerical difference between the sensed temperature of the engine coolant and the sensed temperature of the secondary engine component.2. A method as set forth in wherein adjusting at least one start parameter setting includes applying a compensation setting to the at least one start parameter setting.3. A method as set forth in wherein a value of the compensation setting increases in magnitude with an increase in the numerical difference between the sensed temperature of the engine coolant and the sensed temperature of the secondary engine component.4. A method as set forth in wherein the ...

FUEL INJECTOR ADAPTER DEVICE AND METHOD

The present application discloses an engine configured to selectively operate using a first fuel and a second fuel and adapter devices and methods for converting an engine to operate using a second fuel. In certain embodiments, the adapter device comprises a body member configured to be installed between an upper intake manifold and a lower intake manifold of an engine. A plurality of intake channels and fuel injector ports are formed in the body member. The body member is configured such that the intake channels are substantially aligned with the corresponding intake openings of the upper and lower intake manifolds when the body member is installed between the upper and lower intake manifolds. Each fuel injector port extends from a sidewall of the body member to at least one intake channel and is configured to receive a fuel injector for emitting a second fuel into the intake channel. 1. An adapter device for converting an internal combustion engine to operate using a second fuel , the adapter device comprising:a body member configured to be installed between an upper intake manifold and a lower intake manifold of the engine, wherein a top of the body member is configured to mate with the upper intake manifold and a bottom of the body member is configured to mate with the lower intake manifold;a plurality of intake channels formed in the body member, wherein each intake channel extends through the body member from the top to the bottom, and wherein the body member is configured such that each intake channel is substantially aligned with corresponding intake openings of the upper and lower intake manifolds when the body member is installed between the upper and lower intake manifolds; anda plurality of fuel injector ports formed in the body member, each fuel injector port extending from a sidewall of the body member to at least one intake channel, wherein each fuel injector port is configured to receive a fuel injector for emitting the second fuel and position a ...

Paper articles exhibiting long term storageability and method for making same

A method for increasing the long term storageability of a cellulosic paper or paperboard product. The method includes providing a paper or paperboard product made from cellulosic fibers having a basis weight ranging from about 80 to about 300 pounds per 3000 square feet. A holdout material is applied to at least one surface of the paper or paperboard product. The web is then coated with an ink receptive material selected from the group consisting of an aqueous acrylic polymer coating material, an aqueous biocidal agent and a combination of aqueous acrylic polymer coating material and aqueous biocidal agent and dried to provide a paper or paperboard product having enhanced long term storageability. Webs made according to the invention are suitable for making file folders which exhibit improve long term storageability by resisting damage from moisture and/or biological activity.

PREPARATION AND OPTIMIZATION OF OXYGENATED GASOLINES

A process for controlling the composition of an xBOB so that the xBOB will yield an oxygenate-containing gasoline which precisely meets desired specifications when mixed with the desired amount of oxygenate. The process involves blending a plurality of blendstocks to produce an xBOB, withdrawing a sample of the xBOB, obtaining spectroscopic measurements for the sample, applying mathematical models that were based on correlation of xBOB spectra to associated oxygenate-containing gasoline properties, to predict laboratory analysis results for oxygenate-containing gasoline properties, and using the analysis results to control and optimize the blending process. 110-. (canceled)11. A method to control an xBOB output stream , which comprises:(a) spectroscopically analyzing an xBOB stream to produce spectrum of said analyzed xBOB product;(b) correcting said spectrum mathematically to produce a corrected spectra;(c) applying a calibration model to said corrected spectra;(d) obtaining predicted laboratory results from said calibration model;(e) transferring said predicted laboratory results to a control system;(f) modifying the ratio of blendstock components of said xBOB stream based on said results to produce an xBOB output stream that when said xBOB stream is combined with a fixed, known quantity of a predetermined oxygenate will produce an oxygenate-containing gasoline product having preset physical properties.12. A method in accordance with wherein said xBOB comprises mixtures of hydrocarbons selected form the group consisting of catalytically cracked naphtha claim 11 , coker naphtha claim 11 , reformate claim 11 , virgin naphtha claim 11 , isomerate claim 11 , alkylate claim 11 , raffinate claim 11 , natural gasoline claim 11 , polymer gasoline claim 11 , pyrolysis gasoline claim 11 , pentane claim 11 , butane claim 11 , xylene claim 11 , toluene claim 11 , and mixtures thereof.13. A method in accordance with wherein spectroscopic methods are selected from the group ...

Thermoform Labeling

Processes for forming a thermoformed labeled article are described. Labels are attached to a sheet to be thermoformed or to a section thereof. Label attachment can optionally use an adhesive. If the label material is completely or partially compatible with the sheet then the use of adhesive may not be necessary. The labels may also receive various graphics or other designs, such as by printing. After appropriate placement of the label relative to the sheet, the assembly of both sheet and label is thermoformed. After thermoforming, a finished and labeled article is produced. Also described are various labels and label assemblies which are uniquely suited for use in the processes described herein. 1. A method for producing a labeled article , the method comprising:providing a thermoforming apparatus having a thermoform surface;providing a label defining a first face and a second face;forming a visual design on at least one of the first face and the second face of the label;providing a sheet defining a first face and a second face;positioning the label along one of the first and second faces of the sheet to form an article intermediate;immediately thermoforming the article intermediate using the thermoforming apparatus, whereby the article intermediate deforms to the thermoform surface to thereby form the labeled article.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:cooling the labeled article;removing the labeled article from the thermoforming apparatus.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:attaching the label to the sheet.4. (canceled)5. The method of claim 1 , wherein forming a visual design on the label is performed by:printing an ink on the label to form the visual design.69.-. (canceled)10. The method of claim 1 , wherein thermoforming includes:heating at least one of the label, the sheet, and the article intermediate; andcontacting the article intermediate with the thermoform surface.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sheet includes a material ...

Thermoform Labeling

Processes for forming a thermoformed labeled article are described. Labels are attached to a sheet to be thermoformed or to a section thereof. Label attachment can optionally use an adhesive. If the label material is completely or partially compatible with the sheet then the use of adhesive may not be necessary. The labels may also receive various graphics or other designs, such as by printing. After appropriate placement of the label relative to the sheet, the assembly of both sheet and label is thermoformed. After thermoforming, a finished and labeled article is produced. Also described are various labels and label assemblies which are uniquely suited for use in the processes described herein.

Slitter Blade Guard

The invention pertains to safe handling of web slitting knife holders. The device provides an active circular blade guard for covering the sharp edge of a slitting blade. Knife holders are used to slit webs of material into thinner webs, for example cutting a paper web into multiple ribbons. The guard extends to cover the circular blade edge while the slitter is not extended for slitting. 1. An apparatus for retracting a slitter blade guard which covers a slitter blade edge of a disk shaped slitter blade having an axis of rotation comprising;a: a web slitter cover for mounting elements,b: a slitter blade guard having a pivot axis for pivoting that is perpendicular to said slitter blade axis of rotation and pivotally mounted to said web slitter cover to pivot about said pivot axis,c: a first spring for biasing said slitter blade guard toward an orientation which exposes said slitter blade edge,d: a moveably mounted block for resisting said first spring and maintaining said slitter blade guard in an orientation which covers said slitter blade edge,e: a means of positioning said moveably mounted block for allowing said first spring to retract said slitter blade guard.2. The apparatus of further requiring that said web slitter cover claim 1 , cover a portion of said slitter blade edge.3. The apparatus of further requiring that said means of retracting said moveably mounted block is manual.4. The apparatus of wherein said means of retracting said moveably mounted block is a fluidic air cylinder.5. The apparatus of wherein said slitter blade guard comprises a lip for covering said slitter blade edge.6. An apparatus for retracting a slitter blade guard which covers the edge of a disk shaped slitter blade having an axis of rotation comprising;a: a web slitter cover for mounting elements,b: said slitter blade guard having a pivot axis that is perpendicular to said slitter blade axis of rotation pivotally mounted on said web slitter cover to pivot about said pivot axis,c: a ...

SYSTEM FOR CONVEYING DRILL CUTTINGS

The present disclosure concerns a system for transporting drill cuttings from an offshore drilling platform. In a representative embodiment, a bulk material storage and conveying system for a waterborne vessel comprises a first conveyor system including one or more upper conveyors extending lengthwise of the vessel. The system also comprises a plurality of containers located below the first conveyor system arranged in one or more rows, and a second conveyor system including one or more lower conveyors located below the one or more containers. The first conveyor system is configured to selectively dispense bulk material into the one or more containers, and the plurality of containers are configured to selectively dispense bulk material onto different locations along the length of the one or more lower conveyors. The system can further include an offloading conveyor assembly configured to convey drill cuttings from the lower conveyors to trucks on land. 1. A bulk material storage and conveying system for a waterborne vessel , comprising:a first conveyor system including one or more upper conveyors extending lengthwise of the vessel;a plurality of containers located below the first conveyor system arranged in one or more rows extending lengthwise of the vessel; anda second conveyor system including one or more lower conveyors located below the one or more containers; whereinthe first conveyor system is configured to selectively dispense bulk material into the one or more containers, and the plurality of containers are configured to selectively dispense bulk material onto different locations along the length of the one or more lower conveyors.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more conveyors of the first conveyor system comprise drag chain conveyors including a trough and a drag chain configured to drag bulk material along the bottom of the trough.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the troughs of the one or more conveyors of the first conveyor system comprise ...

ELECTRONICALLY ADJUSTABLE DAMPER AND SYSTEM

An electronically adjustable damper system includes at least one electronically adjustable damper. The electronically adjustable damper includes at least one electronically controlled valve, whereby, the damper is electronically adjustable. The electronically adjustable damper system also includes a controller for adjusting each of the electronically adjustable dampers independently via the electronically controlled valves, and a remote electronic device. The electronically adjustable damper system allows a user to tune the dampers by allowing a user to adjust the electronically adjustable damper system to different applications and functions for various users, conditions, or both. 1. An electronically adjustable damper system for a vehicle comprising: at least one electronically controlled valve; and', 'whereby, the damper being electronically adjustable;, 'at least one electronically adjustable damper comprisinga controller for adjusting each of said electronically adjustable dampers independently via said electronically controlled valves; anda remote electronic device;whereby, said electronically adjustable damper system being adapted to allow a user to tune the dampers by allowing a user to adjust the electronically adjustable damper system to different applications and functions for various users, conditions, locations, or combinations thereof.2. The electronically adjustable damper system of wherein claim 1 , when said electronically adjustable damper changes its lengths due to chassis or terrain inputs claim 1 , said controller determining its position and altering the damping to a prescribed setting throughout its entire stroke in compression and extension claim 1 , wherein said prescribed setting being looped in macros to offer a user many variations for different conditions.3. The electronically adjustable damper system of comprising an electronically adjustable damper for each wheel of the vehicle claim 1 , wherein said controller being for adjusting all ...

AIR SPRING, AIR STRUT AND AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM WITH A LINEARIZED SPRING RATE

An air spring that can be used in an air suspension system includes a hollow piston, a hollow shaft and a body. The hollow piston has a hole through it. The hollow shaft has a shaft interior volume in communication with the hole in the piston. The body has a body interior volume in communication with the hole in the hollow piston. The hole in the hollow piston in communication with the shaft interior volume and the body interior volume provides a total interior volume. Wherein, the total interior volume is greater than the body interior volume thereby providing a linearized spring rate. 1. An air spring with a linearized spring rate comprising:a hollow spring piston having a spring hole through it;a hollow spring shaft having a spring shaft interior volume in communication with said spring hole in said hollow spring piston; anda spring body having a spring body interior volume in communication with said spring hole in said spring hollow piston;said spring hole in said spring hollow piston in communication with said spring shaft interior volume and said spring body interior volume providing a total spring interior volume;wherein said total spring interior volume being greater than said spring body interior volume thereby providing a spring linearized spring rate.2. The air spring according to claim 1 , wherein said total spring interior volume further including the volume of said spring hole in said spring hollow piston.3. The air spring according to further comprising:a cavity in the area on the non-pressurized side of the spring piston seal; anda vent;whereby, said vent being adapted to allow atmospheric air to enter said cavity thereby preventing a vacuum to be created when the air spring compresses.4. The air spring according to wherein said vent also being adapted to allow drawn in air to evacuate when the air spring retracts.5. The air spring according to further comprising: 'a first port being adapted for pressurizing and depressurizing said total interior ...

Adhesive Articles Utilizing Release Agents Free of Silicon and Fluorine, and Related Methods

The present subject matter provides an adhesive article having a release agent or liner that is free of silicon-containing and fluorine-containing material, and related methods of adhering a backing material of the adhesive article to a substrate. The adhesive article utilizes an amorphous polyvinyl alcohol layer that facilitates removal of an optional release liner from an adhesive layer. Upon removal of the release liner, the amorphous polyvinyl alcohol layer remains disposed on the adhesive layer. A method of adhering the backing material to a substrate includes dissolving the amorphous polyvinyl alcohol layer and disposing the backing material to a substrate. During dissolution of the amorphous polyvinyl alcohol layer, a weak, temporary bond is formed between the substrate and the backing material. When the amorphous polyvinyl alcohol layer substantially dissolves and dries, the adhesive layer is exposed and forms a permanent bond with the substrate. 1. An adhesive article comprising:a backing material;an adhesive layer disposed on at least a portion of the backing material;a release liner, free of silicon-containing and fluorine-containing material, and having a polyvinyl alcohol layer disposed thereon, andwherein the polyvinyl alcohol layer is disposed on at least a portion of the adhesive layer and remains substantially disposed on said at least a portion of the adhesive layer upon removal of the release liner from the adhesive article.2. The adhesive article of wherein the adhesive article has a thickness of from 30 microns to 100 microns claim 1 , the backing material has a thickness of from 10 microns to 60 microns claim 1 , the adhesive layer has a thickness of from 1 micron to 10 microns claim 1 , the polyvinyl alcohol layer has a thickness of from 0.1 micron to 5 microns claim 1 , and the release liner has a thickness of from 5 microns to 15 microns.3. The adhesive article of wherein the backing material is selected from the group consisting of paper ...

Paper substrates and articles containing antimicrobial components as well as methods of making and using the same

The invention relates to the papermaking art and, in particular, to the manufacture of paper substrates, paper-containing articles such as file folders, having improved reduction or inhibition in the growth of microbes, mold and/or fungus. 1. A file folder , consisting essentially of:a web of cellulose fibers;0.01-20% by weight of one or more additive selected from the group consisting of binder, sizing agent, retention aid, filler, pigment, flocculation agent, thickener, and a mixture thereof;100-5000 ppm dry weight of an antimicrobial compound based upon the total weight of the file folder, wherein said antimicrobial compound is selected from the group consisting of an isothiazolone-containing compound, a benzothiazole-containing compound, and a mixture thereof.23-. (canceled)4. The file folder according to claim 1 , wherein from 50 to 2000 ppm dry weight of the antimicrobial compound is present based upon the total weight of the file folder.5. The file folder according to claim 1 , wherein from 150 to 1000 ppm dry weight of the antimicrobial compound is present based upon the total weight of the file folder.6. (canceled)7. The file folder according to claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial compound is at least one member selected from the group consisting of dichloro-octyl-isothiazolone claim 1 , 4 claim 1 ,5-dichloro-2-n-octyl-3(2H)-isothiazolone claim 1 , 2-(thiocyanomethythio)benzothiazole claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one claim 1 , 2-N-octyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one claim 1 , and thiocyanomethythio-benzothiazole.8. The file folder according to claim 1 , which comprises at least one die-cut edge.925-. (canceled)26. The file folder according to claim 1 , wherein no growth of mold or mildew occurs after 14 days as measured by ASTM D 2020-92.27. A method of making the file folder according to claim 1 , comprising contacting the cellulose fibers and one or more of the binder claim 1 , sizing agent claim 1 , retention aid claim 1 , filler claim 1 , ...

FRICTIONAL ANTI-ROTATION DEVICE FOR LIP BALM DISPENSER

A cap for a tubular balm dispenser is disclosed. The cap includes a base portion and a sidewall. The sidewall extends perpendicularly from the base portion and defines a recess for receiving a tubular balm dispenser. The cap is open at one end opposite the base portion. The cap is formed from an elastomeric material. The sidewall has an inner sidewall surface removably attachable to the dispenser and configured to resist rotation of the tubular balm dispenser relative to the cap; wherein the elastomeric material provides a friction between the tubular balm dispenser and the cap when the tubular balm dispenser is inserted into the recess and seated against the base portion. 1. A cap for a tubular balm dispenser comprising:a base portion and a sidewall, the sidewall extending perpendicularly from base portion defining a recess for receiving a tubular balm dispenser; the cap open at an end opposite the base portion; the cap formed of an elastomeric material;the sidewall wherein an inner sidewall surface is configured to resist rotation of the tubular balm dispenser relative to the cap;wherein the elastomeric material provides a friction between the tubular balm dispenser and the cap when the tubular balm dispenser is inserted into the recess and seated against the base portion.2. The cap of claim 1 , wherein the cap is comprised of elastomers for gripping an outer surface of the tube balm dispenser3. The cap of claim 1 , wherein the sidewall comprises a tapered portion at a distal end along a circular periphery of the sidewall.4. The cap of claim 1 , wherein the cap has a cylindrical shape.5. The cap of claim 1 , wherein the tubular lip balm dispenser comprises a hollow tube portion defined by an external wall claim 1 , a rotary drive member extending axially through the tubular lip balm dispenser claim 1 , and contents within the tubular dispenser; the rotary drive member configured to force the contents from the discharge end of hollow tube portion.6. The cap of ...

Reconfigurable Multilayer Laminates and Methods

A multilayer laminate including a liner, a film, and an adhesive layer between the liner and film layers is described. The laminate includes a first release layer between the film layer and the adhesive layer, and a second release layer between the liner and the adhesive layer. The release characteristics of the two release layers are controlled to thereby enable the film layer, after receiving printed designs and/or text, to be removed from the remaining portion of the laminate, re-oriented, and then re-applied to the remaining portion of the laminate. Related methods associated with reconfiguring the laminate and application to articles or other receiving surfaces are also described. 1. A reconfigurable multilayer laminate comprising:a film layer;a liner layer;an adhesive layer disposed between the film layer and the liner layer;a first release layer disposed between the film layer and the adhesive layer; anda second release layer disposed between the liner layer and the adhesive layer;wherein the ratio of the release force of the first release layer to the release force of the second release layer is in the range of from about 1:1.5 to about 1:100.2. The reconfigurable laminate of wherein the ratio is about 1:3.3. The reconfigurable laminate of wherein the film layer includes a material selected from the group consisting of polyolefins claim 1 , vinyl-based polymers claim 1 , polyesters claim 1 , polycarbonates claim 1 , and combinations thereof.4. The reconfigurable laminate of wherein the film layer is polyethylene terepthalate (PET).5. The reconfigurable laminate of wherein the liner layer includes a material selected from the group consisting of paper claim 1 , foil claim 1 , film claim 1 , and combinations thereof.6. The reconfigurable laminate of wherein the adhesive layer includes a material selected from the group consisting of solvent-based pressure sensitive adhesives claim 1 , emulsion-based pressure sensitive adhesives claim 1 , hot melt rubber based ...

Temperature and Motion Detection System for a Vehicle

Temperature and motion detection system (TMDS) for detecting the presence of a living being, such as a baby or animal, left in a vehicle after the engine or electric motor has been shut off to help reduce harm or deaths from extreme temperatures. The TMDS, or parts thereof, include the ability to sense and differentiate ambient vehicle passenger compartment or cabin temperature from that of the living being (body heat) and also sense the presence or the motion of the living being. Upon comparing sensor inputs, or parameters related thereto, to one or more limits programmed or set for, or by, a control unit of the TMDS, the system activates alert subsystems in the vehicle, such as the alarm, horn, lights/flashers, lowering electric windows, unlocking doors, or the like to help decrease the occurrence of deaths when temperatures approach dangerously high or low values.

SECURE TRUE RANDOM NUMBER GENERATION USING 1.5-T TRANSISTOR FLASH MEMORY

This disclosure relates generally to physically unclonable function (PUF) circuitry along with methods of generating numbers. In one embodiment, the PUF circuitry includes a memory, a memory control circuitry, and whitening circuitry. To reduce or eliminate the systematic bias from the array, whitening circuitry is configured to generate a random number comprising random number bits in response to the memory control circuit implementing at least one sequence of memory cycles on the array of the memory cells in the memory. The whitening circuitry is configured to provide the random number bits of the random number based on the variable bit states stored by the array of the memory cells. On average the whitening circuitry is configured to provide approximately half of the random number bits in the first bit state and half of random number bits in a second bit state. 1. Physically unclonable function (PUF) circuitry comprising:a memory comprising an array of memory cells operable to store variable bit states; reset the array of memory cells so that the variable bit states stored by the array of memory cells are each provided in a first bit state;', 'implement at least one sequence of memory cycles on the array of the memory cells in response to resetting the array of memory cells so that some of the variable bit states are retained in the first bit state and some of the variable bit states are each changed to a second bit state;, 'a memory control circuit wherein the memory control circuit is configured towhitening circuitry configured to generate a random number comprising random number bits in response to the memory control circuit implementing the at least one sequence of memory cycles on the array of the memory cells wherein the whitening circuitry is configured to provide the random number bits based on the variable bit states stored by the array of the memory cells, such that on average the whitening circuitry is configured to provide approximately half of the ...

Apparatus for Dispensing Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Labels onto a Substrate

A labeling apparatus comprises a separation member configured to promote detachment of an adhesive label from liner web. Adhesive labels are fed to the separation member such that a surface of the facestock contacts the separation member. The separation member has a surface exhibiting a tack such that the tack force between the facestock and the separation member is greater than the release force between the release liner and the adhesive layer of the labels. The labels become associated with the separation member, and the label is applied to a surface of a substrate by contacting the exposed adhesive layer with a surface of a substrate, which causes the adhesive label to detach from the separation member. 2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the tackified surface of the separation member comprises a coating chosen from a urethane claim 1 , a polyolefin claim 1 , a polyester claim 1 , a styrenic-block copolymer claim 1 , a nylon claim 1 , a polyolefin rubber blend claim 1 , a silicone adhesive claim 1 , a silicone gel claim 1 , or a combination of two or more thereof.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the separation member has a textured surface and is formed from a material selected from the group consisting of polydimethylsiloxane claim 1 , thermoplastic polyurethanes claim 1 , olefinic block copolymers claim 1 , styrenic block copolymers claim 1 , thermoplastic olefins claim 1 , polysilylenes and combinations thereof.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the surface of the separation member comprises miniature cup-shaped depressions or small pores.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the separation member is an elastomer having a shear modulus value of less than 0.25 MPa and a Young's modulus of less than 0.50 MPa.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the nip member is chosen from a nip roll claim 1 , a plate claim 1 , a brush claim 1 , a sponge claim 1 , or a wiper blade.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the nip member is a plate.8. The apparatus of ...

HEAT GENERATION SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A SELECTIVE CATALYTIC REDUCTION DEVICE EFFICIENCY

A control method and system for monitoring a selective catalytic reduction (“SCR”) device of an exhaust gas treatment system is disclosed. The method includes monitoring a plurality of operating conditions related to determining an efficiency of the SCR device and a SCR temperature. The method includes determining if each of the operating conditions are within a respective predetermined range and if the SCR temperature is below an operating temperature range. The method includes activating a hydrocarbon supply based on if each of the operating conditions are within the respective predetermined range and if the SCR temperature is below the operating temperature range. The hydrocarbon supply is located upstream of the SCR device to generate heat if activated. The method includes monitoring the SCR temperature to determine if the SCR device is operating within the operating temperature range. 1. A control method for monitoring a selective catalytic reduction (“SCR”) device of an exhaust gas treatment system , comprising:monitoring a plurality of operating conditions and an SCR temperature by an electronic control module including operative logic, the plurality of operating conditions related to determining an efficiency of the SCR device;determining if each of the operating conditions are operating within a respective predetermined range, and if the SCR temperature is below an operating temperature range;activating a hydrocarbon supply based on each of the plurality of operating conditions operating within the respective predetermined range and the SCR temperature being below the operating temperature range, the hydrocarbon supply located upstream of the SCR device to generate heat if activated; andmonitoring the SCR temperature to determine if the SCR device is operating within the operating temperature range after the hydrocarbon supply is activated.2. The control method of claim 1 , further comprising setting a diagnostic code if the SCR temperature is not operating ...

AUDITORY STYLUS SYSTEM

A speech enhancement system including an auditory stylus and optionally one or both of an earpiece and communication device. The auditory stylus, by itself and/or in cooperation with one or both of earpiece or communication device, provide users with multiple operating mode functions that can enhance the users' ability to understand speech and other sound. Embodiments may operate in one or more of an original speech mode, filtered speech mode, transcription mode or translation mode. 1. A handheld auditory stylus , comprising:a housing configured to be held and moved by a user's hand;an operator interface coupled to the housing;a speaker coupled to the housing;a first microphone coupled to the housing;a memory component coupled to the housing;a wireless transceiver;a speech filter component coupled to the housing and configured to enhance speech intelligibility; and cause speech received by the first microphone to be filtered by the speech filter component;', 'cause the filtered speech to be stored in the memory;', 'cause the filtered speech to be broadcast by the speaker; and', 'cause the filtered speech to be transmitted by the wireless transceiver., 'an interface/control component coupled to the housing, operator interface, speaker, first microphone, wireless transceiver, memory and speech filter, the interface/control component configured to2. The handheld auditory stylus of wherein:the stylus further comprises a remote microphone including a wireless transmitter configured to be removably attached to the housing; andthe interface/control component is configured to cause speech received from the remote microphone via the wireless transceiver to be filtered by the speech filter component.3. The handheld auditory stylus of wherein:the stylus further includes a transcription component coupled to the housing and the interface/control component; and cause the speech received from the first microphone to be transcribed by the transcription component;', 'cause the ...

System and Method For Suppressing Vestibular Activity Of A Human Subject

A system for suppressing vestibular activity of a human subject includes an electronics module configured to generate one or more electrical stimulation signals. A plurality of electrodes each placed proximate a predetermined location on a head of a human subject is configured to deliver the one or more electrical stimulation signals to the predetermined location to suppress vestibular activity of the human subject. 1. A system for suppressing vestibular activity of a human subject , the system comprising:an electronics module configured to generate one or more electrical stimulation signals; anda plurality of electrodes each placed proximate a predetermined location on a head of a human subject and configured to deliver the one or more electrical stimulation signals to the predetermined location to suppress vestibular activity of the human subject.2. The system of in which the plurality of electrodes are bi-laterally placed on opposing sides of the head.3. The system of in which the predetermined location includes a mastoid process of the human subject.4. The system of in which the predetermined location includes the ear of the human subject.5. The system of in which the predetermined location includes a temporal bone of the human subject.61. The system of in which the one or more electrical stimulation signals include one or more direct current (DC) signals.7. The system of in which the one or more stimulation signals include one or more DC signals each with an imposed carrier wave.8. The system of in which the one or more stimulation signals include one or more alternating current (AC) signals.9. The system of in which the one or more electrical stimulation signals are configured to hyperpolarize and/or depolarized cells located at each predetermined location to create a desired induced perception of motion.10. The system of in which the plurality of electrodes is configured to deliver electrical stimulation to suppress the vestibular system of the human subject ...

Petunia Plant Named 'SAKPET095'

A petunia plant particularly distinguished by having a violet and white start-shaped flower color and a mounding plant growth habit, is disclosed.

MOBILE SURVEY TOOLS WITH ADDED SECURITY

A system includes a server computing device executing code to provide a privacy-enabled service to users, and a mobile computing device able to access the server. The mobile device further able to open a user interface on the mobile device, receive a user name and password through the user interface, determine that the application is privacy-enabled, notify the user that the application is privacy-enabled and prompting the user for an application passcode, and receive the passcode from the user. 1. A system , comprising:a server computing device executing code to provide a privacy-enabled service to users; and open a user interface on the mobile device;', 'receive a user name and password through the user interface;', 'determine that the application is privacy-enabled;', 'notify the user that the application is privacy-enabled and prompting the user for an application passcode; and', 'receive the passcode from the user., 'a mobile computing device executing an application in the form of code to allow the mobile computing device to access the server, the code causing the device to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the mobile computing device comprises one of a smart phone or a tablet.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the privacy-enabled service comprises a survey service.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the code further causes the device to start a timer when the passcode is received from the user.5. A mobile device claim 1 , comprising:a display screen;an input control; and receive an input control identifying an application to open;', 'open a user interface on the display screen for the application;', 'receive a user name and password through the user interface;', 'detect that the application is privacy-enabled; and', 'provide a prompt to the user to enter an application passcode., 'a processor, the processor executing instructions to cause the device to6. The mobile device of claim 5 , further comprising a timer claim 5 , the processor to execute an instruction ...

Paper substrates and articles containing antimicrobial components as well as methods of making and using the same

The invention relates to the papermaking art and, in particular, to the manufacture of paper substrates, paper-containing articles such as file folders, having improved reduction or inhibition in the growth of microbes, mold and/or fungus. 1) An paper substrate , comprisinga web of cellulose fibers;an antimicrobial compound, wherein said antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout from 100% to 5% of the web.2) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein said antimicrobial compound inhibits claim 1 , retards claim 1 , or reduces the growth of mold or fungus on or in the paper substrate.3) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein from 1 to 5000 ppm dry weight of the antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout the web based upon the total weight of the paper substrate.4) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein from 50 to 2000 ppm dry weight of the antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout the web based upon the total weight of the paper substrate.5) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein from 150 to 1000 ppm dry weight of the antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout the web based upon the total weight of the paper substrate.6) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial compound comprises silver claim 1 , zinc claim 1 , an isothiazolone-containing compound claim 1 , a benzothiazole-containing compound claim 1 , a triazole-containing compound claim 1 , an azole-containing compound claim 1 , a benzimidazol-containing compound claim 1 , a nitrile containing compound claim 1 , alcohol-containing compound claim 1 , a silane-containing compound claim 1 , a carboxylic acid-containing compound claim 1 , a glycol-containing compound claim 1 , a thiol-containing compound claim 1 , or mixtures thereof.7) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial compound is at least one member selected from ...

Apparatus for Dispensing Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Labels onto a Substrate

A labeling apparatus comprises a separation member configured to promote detachment of an adhesive label from liner web. Adhesive labels are fed to the separation member such that a surface of the facestock contacts the separation member. The separation member has a surface exhibiting a tack such that the tack force between the facestock and the separation member is greater than the release force between the release liner and the adhesive layer of the labels. The labels become associated with the separation member, and the label is applied to a surface of a substrate by contacting the exposed adhesive layer with a surface of a substrate, which causes the adhesive label to detach from the separation member. 1. An apparatus for dispensing adhesive labels from a liner web onto a substrate comprising:a feed roll for housing a roll of label material comprising a plurality of adhesive labels disposed on a release liner; the adhesive labels comprising a facestock having an upper surface and a lower surface, and an adhesive layer disposed adjacent the lower surface of the facestock and in contact with the release liner;a separation member for removing the adhesive labels from the release liner;a nip member disposed adjacent the separation member; anda take-up roll for winding the release liner;wherein the label material is oriented such that the upper surface of the facestock contacts the separation member as the label material is fed through the apparatus, and the separation member has a tackified surface providing a tack force between the upper surface of the facestock and the surface of the separation member that is greater than the release force between the adhesive layer and the release liner, and the tackified surface promotes separation of the adhesive labels from the release liner as the upper surface of the facestock contacts the separation member.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the tackified surface of the separation member comprises a coating chosen from a ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PAIN MANAGEMENT

Systems and methods for pain management are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a vibrating pain management device includes a vibration generator attachable to a wearable patch having first and second arms for attaching the patch to a wearer. The patch is at least partially stretchable. 1. A pain management device comprising:a patch having a body with a first side arranged to contact a body of a wearer, a second side opposite the first side, and first and second arms arranged to attach the patch to the body of the wearer, wherein at least a portion of each of the first and second arms is stretchable; anda vibration generator arranged to be attached to the body of the patch.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the vibration generator is removably attached to a central region of the second side of the patch claim 1 , wherein the first and second arms extend outwardly from the central region.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of each of the first and second arms is formed of a stretchable material.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second arms is formed of a stretchable material.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the patch is formed of a stretchable material.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the first side of the body is sticky.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of adhesive layers attached to the first side of the body claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of adhesive layers is arranged to attach the patch to body of the wearer.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the vibration generator includes a housing having a vibration motor claim 1 , a battery claim 1 , and a circuit board.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second arms includes a stretching zone.10. The apparatus of claim 9 , wherein the stretching zone of each of the first and second arm is formed at a proximal end of the first and second arms.11. The apparatus of claim 1 , ...

Paper substrates and articles containing antimicrobial components as well as methods of making and using the same

The invention relates to the papermaking art and, in particular, to the manufacture of paper substrates, paper-containing articles such as file folders, having improved reduction or inhibition in the growth of microbes, mold and/or fungus. 1) An paper substrate , comprisinga web of cellulose fibers;an antimicrobial compound, wherein said antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout from 100% to 5% of the web.2) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein said antimicrobial compound inhibits claim 1 , retards claim 1 , or reduces the growth of mold or fungus on or in the paper substrate.3) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein from 1 to 5000 ppm dry weight of the antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout the web based upon the total weight of the paper substrate.4) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein from 50 to 2000 ppm dry weight of the antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout the web based upon the total weight of the paper substrate.5) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein from 150 to 1000 ppm dry weight of the antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout the web based upon the total weight of the paper substrate.6) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial compound comprises silver claim 1 , zinc claim 1 , an isothiazolone-containing compound claim 1 , a benzothiazole-containing compound claim 1 , a triazole-containing compound claim 1 , an azole-containing compound claim 1 , a benzimidazol-containing compound claim 1 , a nitrile containing compound claim 1 , alcohol-containing compound claim 1 , a silane-containing compound claim 1 , a carboxylic acid-containing compound claim 1 , a glycol-containing compound claim 1 , a thiol-containing compound claim 1 , or mixtures thereof.7) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial compound is at least one member selected from ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR SELECTIVELY ENABLING AND DISABLING A DIAGNOSTIC MONITOR OF A SELECTIVE-CATALYTIC-REDUCTION DEVICE

A vehicle that includes an engine, an exhaust system, and a controller, and a method are disclosed herein. The exhaust system includes a passage for directing the exhaust gas stream from the engine through the series of exhaust after-treatment devices, including a selective-catalytic reduction device and a diesel particulate filter (DPF). The exhaust after-treatment devices are employed to reduce various exhaust emissions of the engine. The exhaust system, may however, prematurely return failing emissions results due to the amount of contaminants that have flowed through the exhaust system since the last regeneration even of the particulate filter. Therefore, the controller may, via the present method, alter the threshold of the SCR efficiency diagnostic due to contaminants accumulated on the DPF and selectively enable or disable the diagnostic based on a set of recorded instructions, to improve the robustness of the SCR efficiency diagnostic and prevent inaccurate failing emissions results. 1. A method of selectively enabling and disabling an efficiency diagnostic of a selective-catalytic-reduction device , the method comprising:selecting, via a controller, an evaluation element, wherein the evaluation element is the maximum variable of one of a measured differential pressure, a time since a regeneration of the particulate filter, a distance traveled by the vehicle since a regeneration of the particulate filter, and an amount of fuel burned by the engine since the a regeneration event of the particulate filter; andselectively enabling or disabling the execution of the efficiency diagnostic of the SCR device as a function of the evaluation element.2. The method of wherein the measured differential pressure is the instantaneous differential pressure measured across a diesel particulate filter of a diesel engine.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein selectively enabling or disabling the execution of the efficiency diagnostic of the SCR device further includes:comparing ...

System and Method for Suppressing Vestibular Activity of a Human Subject

A system for suppressing vestibular activity of a human subject includes an electronics module configured to generate one or more electrical stimulation signals. A plurality of electrodes each placed proximate a predetermined location on a head of a human subject is configured to deliver the one or more electrical stimulation signals to the predetermined location to suppress vestibular activity of the human subject. 1. A system for suppressing vestibular activity of a human subject , the system comprising:an electronics module configured to generate one or more electrical stimulation signals having a frequency in the range of about 300 Hz to about 12 kHz; anda plurality of electrodes each adapted to be placed proximate a predetermined location on a head of a human subject and each configured to deliver the one or more electrical stimulation signals having a frequency in the range of about 300 Hz to about 12 kHz to the predetermined location to suppress vestibular activity of the human subject.2. The system of in which the plurality of electrodes are bi-laterally placed on opposing sides of the head.3. The system of in which the predetermined location includes a mastoid process of the human subject.4. The system of in which the predetermined location includes the ear of the human subject.5. The system of in which the predetermined location includes a temporal bone of the human subject.61. The system of in which the one or more electrical stimulation signals include one or more direct current (DC) signals.7. The system of in which the one or more stimulation signals include one or more DC signals each with an imposed carrier wave.8. The system of in which the one or more stimulation signals include one or more alternating current (AC) signals.9. The system of in which the one or more electrical stimulation signals are configured to hyperpolarize andlor depolarized cells located at each predetermined location to create a desired induced perception of motion.10. The ...

Guidance Device for Mating a Guidewire to a Medical Device

A guidance device for mating a guidewire with a lumen of a dilator. The guidance device includes a body defining a conduit. The conduit may include a first conduit portion extending from a first end of the body, and may be sized to receive a distal portion of the dilator. The conduit may also include a second conduit portion, extending from a second end of the body, in communication with the first conduit portion. The second conduit portion may be sized to receive the guidewire. The conduit may align the lumen of the dilator with the guidewire when the distal portion of the dilator and the guidewire are received in the conduit such that the guidewire can be inserted into the lumen of the dilator. The body may also include an open slit to enable the guidance device to be removed from the dilator and the guidewire. 1. A guidance device for mating a guidewire with a lumen of a dilator , comprising: a first conduit portion extending from a first end of the body, the first conduit portion sized to receive therein a distal portion of the dilator; and', 'a second conduit portion extending from a second end of the body the second conduit portion in communication with the first conduit portion, the second conduit portion sized to receive therein the guidewire,, 'a body defining a conduit, the conduit includingwherein the conduit aligns the lumen of the dilator with the guidewire when the distal portion of the dilator and the guidewire are received in the conduit such that the guidewire can be inserted into the lumen of the dilator; andan open slit defined in the body to enable the guidance device to be removed from the dilator and the guidewire.2. The guidance device as defined in claim 1 , wherein the conduit further includes a shoulder interposed between the first and second conduit portions.3. The guidance device as defined in claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of tabs included on the body claim 1 , the tabs being actuatable by a user to open the slit. This ...

Vehicle Parking Data Collection System and Method

A method of collecting vehicle parking data includes preprocessing images of a parking area, identifying a vehicle in a parking spot shown in one or more of the images, and detecting a vehicle change in the parking spot in the images collected at different times. 1. A vehicle parking data collection system comprising:an image preprocessing system configured to produce a tiled, orthorectified orthomosaic of images corresponding to a parking area from a plurality of overlapping images of the parking area;a vehicle identification system configured to identify a vehicle in a parking spot of the parking area shown in one or more of the images; anda change detection system configured to detect a vehicle change in the parking spot of the parking area in the images collected at different times.2. The vehicle parking data collection system of claim 1 , further comprising an image conditioning system configured to condition the overlapping images of the parking area for at least one of image preprocessing claim 1 , vehicle identification claim 1 , and change detection.3. The vehicle parking data collection system of claim 2 , wherein the image conditioning system is configured to determine colorimetrics after the overlapping images are collected.4. The vehicle parking data collection system of claim 2 , wherein the image conditioning system is configured to format transcode.5. The vehicle parking data collection system of claim 1 , further comprising an image masking system configured to mask non-parking areas.6. The vehicle parking data collection system of claim 1 , further comprising an image enhancement system configured to put polygons around parking areas and to put centroids in parking spots.7. The vehicle parking data collection system of claim 1 , further comprising an aerial vehicle including an imaging system configured to collect the plurality of overlapping images of the parking area.8. The vehicle parking data collection system of claim 7 , further comprising an ...

Petunia plant named 'SAKPET096'

A petunia plant particularly distinguished by having rose and white star-patterned bicolored flowers and a mounding habit, is disclosed.

Petunia plant named 'SAKPET097'

A plant particularly distinguished by having flowers that open dark violet and mature to a light lavender plum and a mounding habit, is disclosed. 1petunia. A new and distinct variety of plant named ‘SAKPET097’ as described and illustrated herein. f. cv.‘SAKPET097’The present invention comprises of a new and distinct variety of , botanically known as f. cv., and hereinafter referred to by the variety name ‘SAKPET097.’ ‘SAKPET097’ is characterized by flowers which open dark violet and mature to light lavender plum with a mounding plant habit. variety ‘SAKPET097’ originated from a hybridization in Kakegawa, Japan in 2009. The female parent was an unnamed proprietary breeding line (unpatented) having a blue and white star-patterned bicolored flowers and a semi-mounding plant habit. The male parent was an unnamed proprietary breeding line (unpatented) having rose pink flowers and a creeping plant habit.In June 2009, two breeding lines were crossed, female line ‘PCB-1’ and male line ‘6Bcr-135a-2a’ and 100 seeds were obtained. In February 2010 100 seeds were sown and 30 plants were cultivated. The plants had flower colors of blue and white star-pattern, rose and white star pattern, light magenta and magenta with plant habits of creeping, semi-creeping and semi-mounding. In June 2010, 2 plants were crossed and approximately 1,500 seeds were obtained. One plant had a blue and white star-pattern with a semi-creeping plant habit. The other plant had a magenta and white star-pattern with a mounding plant habit. In November 2010, 1,000 seeds from the Fplants were sown and cultivated for evaluation. In March 2011, a plant line was selected within the Fplants that had flowers that open dark violet and mature to a light lavender plum and a mounding plant growth habit. The selection was named ‘L2011-249’. From February through March 2011 the selection was evaluated for day length neutral flowering response in Salinas, Calif. In March 2011, ‘L2011-249’ was first vegetatively ...

Petunia plant named 'Sakpet098'

A plant particularly distinguished by having a reddish-purple and white star-patterned flower color and green leaves, is disclosed. 1petunia. A new and distinct variety of plant named ‘SAKPET098’ as described and illustrated herein. Genus and species:Variety denomination: ‘SAKPET098’.The present invention comprises a new and distinct variety of plant, botanically known as , and referred to by the variety name ‘SAKPET098variety ‘SAKPET098’ originated from a hybridization in Kakegawa, Japan in June 2010. The female parent was a proprietary line named ‘9BCR-49a’ (unpatented), and the male parent was a proprietary line named ‘9BCR-27-V2’.In June 2010, ‘9BCR-49a’ and ‘9BCR-27-V2’ were crossed and 5,000 seeds were obtained. In February 2011, 50 F1 seeds were sown in the greenhouse and 30 plants were cultivated which produced flower colors of violet and white star-pattern, and blue and magenta with mounding and semi-mounding plant habits. In June 2011, 3 plants were selected which had violet star-patterned bi-colored flowers and a semi-mounding plant habit. In July 2011, about 15,000 seeds of the flowers were sown in the greenhouse and 120 plants were cultivated which produced flowers of violet star-patterned bi-colored flowers, rose star-patterned bi-colored flowers, light-magenta and magenta with mounding and semi-mounding plant habits. In March 2013, a single plant line was selected within the F2 and named ‘L2013-041’. ‘L2013-041’ was vegetatively propagated, cultivated, and transplanted to the field for evaluation outdoors. In January 2014, ‘L2013-041’ was vegetatively propagated, cultivated, and evaluated again. The breeder confirmed that ‘L2013-041’ was fixed and stable for traits. From February through March 2015, ‘L2013-041’ was evaluated for day-length neutral flowering response. ‘L2013-041’ was subsequently named ‘SAKPET098’ ‘SAKPET098’ was found to reproduce true to type in successive generations of asexual propagation via vegetative cuttings in Salinas, Calif. ...

PROCESS OF MAKING TEXTURED MULTICOMPONENT FIBERS

A process for texturing a multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section is provided. The process comprises: (A) providing a multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section and at least one water dispersible polymer; and a plurality of domains comprising one or more water non-dispersible polymers, wherein said domains are substantially isolated from each other by said water dispersible polymer intervening between said domains; and (B) passing the multicomponent fiber through a first zone comprising a first heating device and a twisting unit, wherein the first heating device has a heating temperature that is at least 10% less than the temperature used for a fiber without the water dispersible component having the same water non-dispersible polymer, same number of total filaments in the fiber, and the same total denier for a given type of equipment and process conditions. 1. A process for texturing a multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section , the steps comprising:(A) providing a multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section and at least one water dispersible polymer; and a plurality of domains comprising one or more water non-dispersible polymers, wherein said domains are substantially isolated from each other by said water dispersible polymer intervening between said domains; and(B) passing the multicomponent fiber through a first zone comprising a first heating device and a twisting unit, wherein the first heating device has a heating temperature that is at least 10% less than the temperature used for a fiber without the water dispersible component having the same water non-dispersible polymer, same number of total filaments in the fiber, and the same total denier for a given type of equipment and process conditions.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the first zone comprises a cooling zone claim 1 , and the step of passing the multicomponent fiber through a first zone further comprises providing a twist to the multicomponent fiber and cooling ...

ARTICLES COMPRISING MULTICOMPONENT FIBERS

An article is provided comprising a multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section, wherein the multicomponent fiber comprises: 1. An article comprising a multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section , said multicomponent fiber comprising:(A) at least one water dispersible polymer; and(B) a plurality of domains comprising one or more water nondispersible polymers, wherein said domains are substantially isolated from each other by said water dispersible polymer intervening between said domains; andwherein said water dispersible polymer is present at the perimeter of the outside cross-section of said multicomponent fiber in a proportion of not greater than 55% water dispersible polymer.2. The article of wherein said article is a yarn claim 1 , woven fabric claim 1 , knitted fabric claim 1 , braided fabric claim 1 , synthetic fabric claim 1 , nonwoven fabric claim 1 , or combination thereof.3. The article according to wherein said yarn is a spun yarn or filament yarn.4. The article according to wherein said yarn is selected from the group consisting of a plied yarn claim 2 , a covered yarn claim 2 , and twisted yarn.5. The article according to wherein said yarn further comprises at least one other fiber.6. The article according to wherein said other fiber is selected from the group consisting of cotton claim 4 , linen claim 4 , silk claim 4 , sisal/grass claim 4 , leather claim 4 , acetate claim 4 , acrylic claim 4 , modacrylic claim 4 , polylactide claim 4 , saran claim 4 , cellulosic fiber pulp claim 4 , inorganic fibers claim 4 , polyester fibers claim 4 , nylon fibers claim 4 , polyolefin fibers claim 4 , rayon fibers claim 4 , lyocell fibers claim 4 , cellulose ester fibers claim 4 , post consumer recycled fibers claim 4 , elastomeric fibers claim 4 , and combinations thereof.7. The article according to wherein said other fiber is another multicomponent fiber.8. The article of wherein said woven fabric claim 2 , knitted fabric claim 2 , braided fabric ...

Multicomponent fibers

A multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section is provided in this invention. The multicomponent fiber comprises: (A) at least one water dispersible polymer; and (B) a plurality of domains comprising one or more water non-dispersible polymers, wherein said domains are substantially isolated from each other by said water dispersible polymer intervening between said domains; and wherein said water dispersible polymer is present at the perimeter of the outside cross-section of said multicomponent fiber in a proportion of not greater than 55% water dispersible polymer. Articles produced from the multicomponent fiber are also provided.

MULTICOMPONENT FIBERS

A multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section is provided in this invention. The multicomponent fiber comprises: 2. The multicomponent fiber according to wherein said water dispersible polymer is selected from the group consisting of sulfopolyesters claim 1 , polyvinyl alcohols claim 1 , acrylics claim 1 , polyethylene glycols claim 1 , polyvinyl methyl ethers claim 1 , polyethyleneimines claim 1 , polyquaternary amines claim 1 , polymers of ethylene oxide claim 1 , starches claim 1 , and modified cellulosics.3. The multicomponent fiber according to wherein said water dispersible polymer is a sulfopolyester.4. The multicomponent fiber according to wherein said water dispersible polymer is present at the perimeter of the outside cross-section of said multicomponent fiber of this invention in a proportion of no greater than about 22% water dispersible polymer.5. The multicomponent fiber according to wherein said water dispersible polymer is present at the perimeter of the outside cross-section of said multicomponent fiber of this invention in a proportion of no greater than about 20% water dispersible polymer.6. The multicomponent fiber according to wherein said water dispersible polymer is present at the perimeter of the outside cross-section of said multicomponent fiber of this invention in a proportion of no greater than about 18% water dispersible polymer.7. The multicomponent fiber according to wherein said multicomponent fiber is textured.8. The multicomponent fiber according to wherein said multicomponent fiber has a striped or ribbon cross-section with 11 stripes; wherein the outer stripes comprises water non-dispersible synthetic polymer; wherein 6 stripes comprise water non-dispersible synthetic polymer; and wherein 5 stripes comprise water dispersible polymer.9. The multicomponent fiber according to wherein the water dispersible polymer comprises sulfopolyester claim 8 , and the water non-dispersible polymer comprises polyethylene terephthalate (PET ...

Process of making multicomponent fibers

A process for making a multicomponent fiber is disclosed. The process comprises extruding at least one water dispersible polymer to create a first polymer flow, extruding at least one water non-dispersible synthetic polymer to create a second polymer flow path, directing the resulting multiple polymer flows into a spinneret having a shaped cross section with a plurality of distribution flow paths, and combining the flow paths together to form a multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section, wherein the multicomponent fiber comprises: (A) at least one water dispersible polymer; and (B) a plurality of domains comprising one or more water non-dispersible polymers, wherein the domains are substantially isolated from each other by the water dispersible polymer intervening between the domains; and wherein the water dispersible polymer is present at the perimeter of the outside cross-section of the multicomponent fiber in a proportion of no greater than 55% water dispersible polymer.

PROCESS OF MAKING TEXTURED MULTICOMPONENT FIBERS

A process for texturing a multicomponent fiber is provided. The process comprises: (A) providing a multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section and at least one water dispersible polymer; and a plurality of domains comprising one or more water non-dispersible polymers, wherein said domains are substantially isolated from each other by said water dispersible polymer intervening between said domains; and wherein the water dispersible polymer is present at the perimeter of the outside cross-section of the multicomponent fiber in a proportion of no greater than 55% water dispersible polymer; and (B) passing the multicomponent fiber through a first zone comprising a first heating device and a twisting unit, wherein the first heating device has a heating temperature that is at least 10% less than the temperature used for a fiber without the water dispersible component having the same water non-dispersible polymer, same number of total filaments in the fiber, and the same total denier for a given type of equipment and process conditions. 1. A process for texturing a multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section , the steps comprising:(A) providing a multicomponent fiber having a shaped cross section and at least one water dispersible polymer; and a plurality of domains comprising one or more water non-dispersible polymers, wherein said domains are substantially isolated from each other by said water dispersible polymer intervening between said domains; and wherein the water dispersible polymer is present at the perimeter of the outside cross-section of the multicomponent fiber in a proportion of no greater than 55% water dispersible polymer; and(B) passing the multicomponent fiber through a first zone comprising a first heating device and a twisting unit, wherein the first heating device has a heating temperature that is at least 10% less than the temperature used for a fiber without the water dispersible component having the same water non-dispersible polymer, ...

PAPER SUBSTRATES AND CONTAINING AN ANTIMICROBIAL COMPONENT AS WELL AS METHOD OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME

The invention relates to the papermaking art and, in particular, to the manufacture of paper substrates, paper-containing articles such as file folders, having improved reduction or inhibition in the growth of microbes, mold and/or fungus. 1) An paper substrate , comprisinga web of cellulose fibers;an antimicrobial compound, wherein said antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout from 100% to 5% of the web.2) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein said antimicrobial compound inhibits claim 1 , retards claim 1 , or reduces the growth of mold or fungus on or in the paper substrate.3) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein from 1 to 5000 ppm dry weight of the antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout the web based upon the total weight of the paper substrate.4) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein from 50 to 2000 ppm dry weight of the antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout the web based upon the total weight of the paper substrate.5) The paper substrate according to Claim 1 , wherein from 150 to 1000 ppm dry weight of the antimicrobial compound is approximately dispersed evenly throughout the web based upon the total weight of the paper substrate.6) the paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial compound comprises silver claim 1 , zinc claim 1 , an isothiazolone-containing compound claim 1 , a benzothiazole-containing compound claim 1 , a triazole-containing compound claim 1 , an azole-containing compound claim 1 , a benzimidazol-containing compound claim 1 , a nitrile containing compound claim 1 , alcohol-containing compound claim 1 , a silane-containing compound claim 1 , a carboxylic acid-containing compound claim 1 , a glycol-containing compound claim 1 , a thiol-containing compound claim 1 , or mixtures thereof.7) The paper substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial compound is at least one member selected from ...

CONTROLLING AIRCRAFT USING THRUST DIFFERENTIAL TRIM

Systems and methods for stabilizing an aircraft in response to a yaw movement are provided. In one embodiment, a method includes detecting a yaw movement of the aircraft. The yaw movement can cause a front portion of the aircraft to move towards a first side of the aircraft. The method can further include, in response to the yaw movement, initiating a trim process resulting in a thrust differential. The trim process can include increasing thrust in one or more engines on the first side of the aircraft and decreasing thrust in one or more engines on a second side of the aircraft. The method can include controlling the trim process based at least in part on a detected yaw movement of the aircraft. 1. A method for controlling an aircraft in response to a yaw movement comprising:detecting a yaw movement of the aircraft, the yaw movement causing a front portion of the aircraft to move towards a first side of the aircraft; increasing thrust in one or more engines on the first side of the aircraft; and', 'decreasing thrust in one or more engines on a second side of the aircraft; and, 'in response to the yaw movement, initiating a trim process resulting in a thrust differential, the trim process comprisingcontrolling the trim process based at least in part on a detected yaw movement of the aircraft.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein controlling the trim process based at least in part on a detected yaw movement comprises:determining when the trim process negates the yaw movement;repeating the trim process when the trim process does not negate the yaw movement; andmaintaining the thrust differential when the trim process negates the yaw movement.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein detecting the yaw movement of the aircraft comprises detecting that a rudder is deflected.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the determining when the trim process negates the yaw movement comprises determining when a rudder angle is within a threshold amount of zero degrees.5. The method of claim 2 , ...

Apparatus for Dispensing Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Labels onto a Substrate

A labeling apparatus comprises a separation member configured to promote detachment of an adhesive label from liner web. Adhesive labels are fed to the separation member such that a surface of the facestock contacts the separation member. The separation member has a surface exhibiting a tack such that the tack force between the facestock and the separation member is greater than the release force between the release liner and the adhesive layer of the labels. The labels become associated with the separation member, and the label is applied to a surface of a substrate by contacting the exposed adhesive layer with a surface of a substrate, which causes the adhesive label to detach from the separation member. 1. An apparatus for dispensing adhesive labels from a liner web onto a substrate comprising:a feed roll for housing a roll of label material comprising a plurality of adhesive labels disposed on a release liner; the adhesive labels comprising a facestock having an upper surface and a lower surface, and an adhesive layer disposed adjacent the lower surface of the facestock and in contact with the release liner;a separation member for removing the adhesive labels from the release liner;a nip member disposed adjacent the separation member; anda take-up roll for winding the release liner;wherein the label material is oriented such that the upper surface of the facestock contacts the separation member as the label material is fed through the apparatus, and the separation member has a surface providing an attaching force between the upper surface of the facestock and the surface of the separation member that is greater than the release force between the adhesive layer and the release liner, and the attaching force of the surface of the separation member promotes separation of the adhesive labels from the release liner as the upper surface of the facestock contacts the separation member,wherein the separation member is selected from the group of materials consisting of a ...

Low surface energy blends useful in the manufacture of ovenable containers

A laminate useful in the manufacture of ovenable grease resistant food containers, which have the added advantage of good release from the food products, particularly those containing high levels of starch and sugar. The laminate of the present invention includes a substrate, preferably of a paperboard, a layer of grease resistant material, such as polyamide, polyester, polyvinyl chloride, polytetrafluoroethylene, or polyvinyl alcohol, etc., or nylon, a tie layer of low density polyethylene or linear low density polyethylene modified with maleic anhydride, and a food contact release layer comprising a blend of polypropylene and polymethylpentene. In the preferred embodiment, the grease resistant layer, the tie layer and the food contact release layer are coextruded onto a paperboard substrate.

Low surface energy blends useful in the manufacture of ovenable containers

A laminate useful in the manufacture of ovenable grease resistant food containers, which have the added advantage of good release from the food products, particularly those containing high levels of starch and sugar. The laminate of the present invention includes a substrate, preferably of a paperboard, a layer of grease resistant material, such as polyamide, polyester, polyvinyl chloride, polytetrafluoroethylene, or polyvinyl alcohol, etc., or nylon, a tie layer of low density polyethylene or linear low density polyethylene modified with maleic anhydride, and a food contact release layer comprising a blend of polypropylene and polymethylpentene. In the preferred embodiment, the grease resistant layer, the tie layer and the food contact release layer are coextruded onto a paperboard substrate.

Web-slitter with electronic motor control

An electronically controlled web-slitter includes dual electric motors whose functions may be controlled by an electronic controller accessed either on the chassis of the web-slitter or by way of a computer coupled to the electronic controller. Vertical and side-shift blade set-up and functions are thus accurately controlled.

Low surface energy blends useful in the manufacture of ovenable containers

Method for selectively plugging a subterranean location in a well with liquid organic resin-forming material

Reclosable food package with improved shelf life

A resealable container having an easily accessed yet airtight seal via the use of a tamper evident rupture strip which provides the container or package with improved shelf life for the product contained therein.

Multilayer enzyme electrode membranes and methods of making same

An electrochemical sensor is designed for use in detecting a concentration of an analyte in a sample solution. The sensor to have a longer useful lifetime, improved stability and improved response time for single or multiple use applications. In one aspect, some of these goals are achieved by providing the multilayer enzyme electrode membrane having both nonporous and microporous layers. The microporous layer is formed from a polymer binder, a polymer powder, a surfactant and a mineral powder. In another aspect, certain of these goals are achieved by the use of a layer comprised of an enzyme disposed within a polymer matrix. In certain embodiments, the multilayer enzyme electrode membrane includes an outermost layer which is capable of dissolving in the sample solution such that the interface between the multilayer enzyme electrode membrane and the sample solution is continually renewed. The sensor provides an electrical current output proportional to the reagent chemical interaction of the analyte with an immobilized enzyme layer during exposure of the sensor in such solution.

Directional drilling method and apparatus

Directional drilling is carried out by orienting and positioning a whipstock having a curved guide surface at a predetermined rotational angle with respect to the desired azimuth so as to compensate for lateral deviation of the original bore or rathole. The curved guide surface of the whipstock is given a radius of curvature in a longitudinal direction corresponding to that of the drainhole section radius and is provided with a concave face in a transverse direction which defines lateral wings along the guide surface to control the advancement of the drilling tool along the desired course and avoid objectionable helixing. Proper orientation and guidance of the drill tool by means of the radius whipstock as described permits accurate determination of the drainhole orientation vertical drill distance between the zenith and nadir of the drainhole as well as the actual drilled depth between those points.

Fuel injector adapter device and method

The present application discloses an engine configured to selectively operate using a first fuel and a second fuel and adapter devices and methods for converting an engine to operate using a second fuel. In certain embodiments, the adapter device comprises a body member configured to be installed between an upper intake manifold and a lower intake manifold of an engine. A plurality of intake channels and fuel injector ports are formed in the body member. The body member is configured such that the intake channels are substantially aligned with the corresponding intake openings of the upper and lower intake manifolds when the body member is installed between the upper and lower intake manifolds. Each fuel injector port extends from a sidewall of the body member to at least one intake channel and is configured to receive a fuel injector for emitting a second fuel into the intake channel.

Controlling aircraft using thrust differential trim

Systems and methods for stabilizing an aircraft in response to a yaw movement are provided. In one embodiment, a method includes detecting a yaw movement of the aircraft. The yaw movement can cause a front portion of the aircraft to move towards a first side of the aircraft. The method can further include, in response to the yaw movement, initiating a trim process resulting in a thrust differential. The trim process can include increasing thrust in one or more engines on the first side of the aircraft and decreasing thrust in one or more engines on a second side of the aircraft. The method can include controlling the trim process based at least in part on a detected yaw movement of the aircraft.

Method and apparatus for use in inflating packer in well bore

A system for relieving pressurized fluid entrapped in a annular space between a casing and the surrounding wall of a well bore hole during deployment of a packer exterior of the casing for sealing engagement with the wall. When a packer is inflated in a zone where fluid is entrapped, such as an intermediate packer between two previously inflated packers, the squeeze pressure developed by the inflating packer has been found to be sufficient to prevent effective and lasting sealing of the intermediate packer. The present system includes a valve mechanism which is activated by the pressurized fluid providing for inflating the packer to open a passageway to bleed the entrapped fluid into the casing and to then close the passageway as inflation of the intermediate packer is completed.

Well oil recovery by viscous liquid drive

Method for copolymerizing an alkylidene bisacrylamide and an ethylenic monomer employing radiation

Insulation paper facing containing an antimicotic of fungicide and methods of making and using the same

The invention relates to the papermaking art and, in particular, to the manufacture of insulation paper facing having improved reduction or inhibition in the growth of mold and/or fungus. This invention also relates to articles of manufacture made from such products such insulation, construction articles, buildings and the like.

Paper articles exhibiting long term storageability

A method for increasing the long term storageability of a cellulosic paper or paperboard product. The method includes providing a paper or paperboard product (10) made from cellulosic fibers having a basis weight ranging from about 80 to about 300 pounds per 3000 square feet. A holdout material (12) is applied to at least one surface of the paper or paperboard product. The web is then coated with an ink receptive layer (14) selected from the group consisting of an aqueous acrylic polymer coating material, and aqueous biocidal agent and a combination of aqueous acrylic polymer coating material and aqueous biocidal agent and dried to provide a paper or paperboard product having enhanced long term storageability.

Electrodeposition of chromium

Process for the preparation of 19-substituted progesterone derivatives useful as 19-hydroxylase inhibitors

Process and equipment for manufacturing overwidth veneers

The invention provides a process for the continuous manufacture of overwidth layered veneer laminate, the process comprising the steps of: fastening veneer sheets of width b together end-to-end, with fibers transverse to a first production direction to form a ribbon extending continuously in the first production direction; cutting the ribbon at intervals B transverse to the first production direction to produce overwidth sheets of width B having seams where the veneer sheets were joined end--to-end, wherein B > b; stacking at least two of the overwidth sheets to form a multi--layer pre-LVL, such that the seams run transverse to the width B of the pre-LVL and the seams in the layers are randomly distributed across the width B; and gluing and pressing the pre-LVL.

Ready to assemble metal casket

A metal casket that is readily assembled at a location remote from the location of manufacture. The casket has several different potential embodiments. For example, first and second tabs on respective first and second side walls are overlapped to form a joint connecting the first and second walls. In another embodiment, a plurality of side walls has peripheral slots extending from lower sections of respective walls. A bottom has a periphery extending into the peripheral slots of the side walls to join the bottom and the side walls together. In a further embodiment, a portion of a plurality of side walls have an upward opening groove for receiving a decorative material. In a still further embodiment a casket cover includes a cap providing an exterior finish of the casket and a dish disposed within the cap to provide an interior finish for the cover of the casket. The cover further has a frame with a first slot for receiving an edge of the cap and a second slot for receiving an edge of the dish. A header is connected to the cap and provides support for the dish and the frame to form an end of the cover.

System and method for suppressing vestibular activity of a human subject

A system for suppressing vestibular activity of a human subject includes an electronics module configured to generate one or more electrical stimulation signals. A plurality of electrodes each placed proximate a predetermined location on a head of a human subject is configured to deliver the one or more electrical stimulation signals to the predetermined location to suppress vestibular activity of the human subject.

Thermoform labeling

Processes for forming a thermoformed labeled article are described. Labels are attached to a sheet to be thermoformed or to a section thereof. Label attachment can optionally use an adhesive. If the label material is completely or partially compatible with the sheet then the use of adhesive may not be necessary. The labels may also receive various graphics or other designs, such as by printing. After appropriate placement of the label relative to the sheet, the assembly of both sheet and label is thermoformed. After thermoforming, a finished and labeled article is produced. Also described are various labels and label assemblies which are uniquely suited for use in the processes described herein.

System and method for suppressing vestibular activity of a human subject

A system for suppressing vestibular activity of a human subject includes an electronics module configured to generate one or more electrical stimulation signals. A plurality of electrodes each placed proximate a predetermined location on a head of a human subject is configured to deliver the one or more electrical stimulation signals to the predetermined location to suppress vestibular activity of the human subject.

Ready to assemble metal casket

A metal casket that is readily assembled at a location remote from the location of manufacture. The casket has several different potential embodiments. For example, first and second tabs on respective first and second side walls are overlapped to form a joint connecting the first and second walls. In another embodiment, a plurality of side walls has peripheral slots extending from lower sections of respective walls. A bottom has a periphery extending into the peripheral slots of the side walls to join the bottom and the side walls together. In a further embodiment, a portion of a plurality of side walls have an upward opening groove for receiving a decorative material. In a still further embodiment a casket cover includes a cap providing an exterior finish of the casket and a dish disposed within the cap to provide an interior finish for the cover of the casket. The cover further has a frame with a first slot for receiving an edge of the cap and a second slot for receiving an edge of the dish. A header is connected to the cap and provides support for the dish and the frame to form an end of the cover.

PROGESTERONE 19-DERIVATIVES USEFUL AS 19-HYDROXYLASE INHIBITORS.

DERIVADOS DE LA PROGESTERONA 19-SUSTITUIDA Y COMPONENTES RELACIONADOS LOS CUALES SON ACTIVOS COMO INHIBIDORES 19-HIDROSILASO E UTILES COMO AGENTES ANTIHIPERTENSIVOS SON AQUI DESCRITOS. LOS COMPONENTES SON PREPARADOS USANDO LA APROPIADA DIRECCION DE TRAYECTORIA LA CUAL VARIARA DE ACUERDO A LA NATURALEZA DE LA ESPECIFICA PROGESTERONA 19-SUSTITUIDA O COMPONENTE RELACIONADO DESEADO. 19-SUBSTITUTED PROGESTERONE DERIVATIVES AND RELATED COMPONENTS WHICH ARE ACTIVE AS 19-HYDROSILASE INHIBITORS AND USEFUL AS ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE AGENTS ARE DESCRIBED HEREIN. COMPONENTS ARE PREPARED USING THE APPROPRIATE PATH DIRECTION WHICH WILL VARY ACCORDING TO THE NATURE OF THE SPECIFIC PROGESTERONE 19-SUBSTITUTED OR RELATED COMPONENT DESIRED.

.gamma.-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID TRANSAMINASE INHIBITORS

ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE This application relates to 4-amino-4,5-dihydro-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid, 4-amino-4,5-dihydro-2-furancarboxylic acid, the C1-6 alkyl esters thereof and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof and their use in the treatment of epilepsy.

System and method for suppressing vestibular activity of a human subject

A system for suppressing vestibular activity of a human subject includes an electronics module configured to generate one or more electrical stimulation signals. A plurality of electrodes each placed proximate a predetermined location on a head of a human subject is configured to deliver the one or more electrical stimulation signals to the predetermined location to suppress vestibular activity of the human subject.

Improved backplane power connection system

A backplane power distribution system for making connections to the power planes of a computer system and having the capability of handling very high levels of current. This is achieved with a stepped backplane construction (17b-e). For example, in a multiple layer system having, in order, a first conductive layer (10a), a first dielectric layer (12a, 12b), a second conductive layer (10b), a second dielectric layer (12bc), and so on, each successive conductive and dielectric layers extend transversely beyond the preceding layers to present a substantial exposed area on all but the first conductive layer (17b-e). Typically, rectangular metal bus bars (not shown) are bolted to the backplane using plated through holes (20b-e) to make contact with the exposed areas (17b-e). Holes through the layers are provided and prepared such that each hole (15, 20 and 22) may make contact with a particular conductive layer as desired or in the case of ground with all ground conductive layers. Conductive layers (10a) and (10i) may be used as signal layers utilizing traces (14) and holes (15) while layers (10b-h) are so-called power planes.

Controlling aircraft using thrust differential trim

Systems and methods for stabilizing an aircraft in response to a yaw movement are provided. In one embodiment, a method includes detecting a yaw movement of the aircraft. The yaw movement can cause a front portion of the aircraft to move towards a first side of the aircraft. The method can further include, in response to the yaw movement, initiating a trim process resulting in a thrust differential. The trim process can include increasing thrust in one or more engines on the first side of the aircraft and decreasing thrust in one or more engines on a second side of the aircraft. The method can include controlling the trim process based at least in part on a detected yaw movement of the aircraft.

Tie-back system for underwater completion

The tie-back collar of an inner casing is provided with a protector sleeve which is sealed in place and supported against rotation. To temporarily abandon the well after the annulus between the inner and an outer string has been fully cemented up past the tie-back collar, the inner and outer strings are severed with a casing cutter above the tie-back collar. When tying back into the well, a spear may be used to retrieve the remaining part of the protector and a thread-in or stab-in tie-back sub may then be connected to the inner string to reestablish communication with the well.

10-PROPYNYL-NORANDROSTENES AND ANTICONCTIONS CONTAINING THESE

Apparatus and method for manufacturing a packaging material

Apparatus for dispensing pressure sensitive adhesive labels onto a substrate

A labeling apparatus comprises a separation member configured to promote detachment of an adhesive label from liner web. Adhesive labels are fed to the separation member such that a surface of the facestock contacts the separation member. The separation member has a surface exhibiting a tack such that the tack force between the facestock and the separation member is greater than the release force between the release liner and the adhesive layer of the labels. The labels become associated with the separation member, and the label is applied to a surface of a substrate by contacting the exposed adhesive layer with a surface of a substrate, which causes the adhesive label to detach from the separation member.

Process and equipment for manufacturing overwidth veneers

The invention provides a process for the continuous manufacture of overwidth layered veneer laminate, the process comprising the steps of: fastening veneer sheets of width b together end-to-end, with fibers transverse to a first production direction to form a ribbon extending continuously in the first production direction; cutting the ribbon at intervals B transverse to the first production direction to produce overwidth sheets of width B having seams where the veneer sheets were joined end--to-end, wherein B > b; stacking at least two of the overwidth sheets to form a multi--layer pre-LVL, such that the seams run transverse to the width B of the pre-LVL and the seams in the layers are randomly distributed across the width B; and gluing and pressing the pre-LVL.

Paperboard substrate for blister packaging

A packaging laminate comprising a paperboard substrate for providing a base layer, a tear-resistant polymer layer applied to said substrate, and a heat seal polymer layer applied to said tear-resistant polymer. This laminate structure is particularly useful for blister pack packaging.

19-substituted progesterone derivatives useful as 19-hydroxylase inhibitors

ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE 19-Substituted progesterone derivatives and related compounds which are active as 19-hydroxylase inhibitors and useful as antihypertensive agents are described herein. The compounds are prepared using appropriate synthetic pathways which will vary according to the nature of the specific 19-substituted progesterone or related compound desired. MO1325

Rollover warning system for a vehicle

A rollover warning system for a vehicle includes: a base control inertial measurement unit with a plurality of sensors and a computer. The plurality of sensors measures a plurality of vehicle measurements. The plurality of vehicle measurements include at least two of: a longitudinal acceleration measurement; a lateral acceleration measurement; a vertical acceleration measurement; a roll rate measurement; a yaw rate measurement; and combinations thereof. Optionally, a pitch rate gyro for pitch measurement can be added for additional functionality, such as a vertical slope warning, or it can also be input into the predictive algorithm for defining additional vehicle hazardous operation states and conditions. The computer calculates a Rollover Risk Estimate based on the plurality of vehicle measurements taken by the plurality of sensors in the inertial measurement unit.

A reusable pad

A textile for use as a reusable pad, e.g., a reusable incontinence pad, is provided that is intended to wick and retain moisture or liquid(s), such as bodily fluids (e.g., urine, blood, etc.), away from users of their incontinence pad. Moisture or liquid deposited on an upper surface of the incontinence pad is wicked through one or more layers of material included in the incontinence pad via an increasing capillary gradient using capillary forces. The incontinence pad relies on capillary forces to drive moisture from the incontinent person into the inner layer(s) of the incontinence pad, and leaving a top layer of the incontinence pad dry to the touch. A gradient of capillary size can be present in the incontinence pad in a direction away from the incontinent person, which accordingly encourages liquid to migrate away from the incontinent person and be desirably retained therein.

An air spring, air strut and air suspension system with a linearized spring rate

Method of producing hydroxy aluminum disalicylate

Hydraulic anti-roll system

A hydraulic anti-roll system for a vehicle includes a first hydraulic actuator, a second hydraulic actuator, an anti-roll control module, and an anti-roll bypass valve. The first hydraulic actuator is adapted to be connected between the suspension and frame of the vehicle on one side and the second hydraulic actuator is adapted to be connected between the suspension and frame of the vehicle on its other side. The anti-roll control module is connected between the fluid lines of the first and second hydraulic actuators. The anti-roll control module stiffens the compression of the first hydraulic actuator relative to the expansion of the second hydraulic actuator, and stiffens the compression of the second hydraulic actuator relative to the expansion of the first hydraulic actuator. The anti-roll bypass valve is adapted to activate and deactivate the stiffening of the anti-roll control module.

Petroleum well safety valve

Preferably installed in the well head, the valve incorporates a differential pressure-operated piston exposed to a fluid pressure supply on one side for maintaining the valve in an open condition when desired and exposed to subterranean pressures on the opposite side, so that when the subterranean pressure rises above a predetermined amount the valve closes. The valve may be economically installed in existing wells, e.g. offshore dual wells on multiple well platforms to provide internal blowout and anti-fire protection for wells which presently have no effective positive closure for shutting in the well in an emergency, such as an incipient blowout or a fire.

Process for production of derivatives of 19-substituated progesteron and medical compositions containing them

Insulation paper facing containing an antimicotic of fungicide and methods of making and using the same

The invention relates to the papermaking art and, in particular, to the manufacture of insulation paper facing having improved reduction or inhibition in the growth of mold and/or fungus. This invention also relates to articles of manufacture made from such products such insulation, construction articles, buildings and the like.

Reusable pad

A textile for use as a reusable pad, e.g., a reusable incontinence pad, is provided that is intended to wick and retain moisture or liquid(s), such as bodily fluids (e.g., urine, blood, etc.), away from users of their incontinence pad. Moisture or liquid deposited on an upper surface of the incontinence pad is wicked through one or more layers of material included in the incontinence pad via an increasing capillary gradient using capillary forces. The incontinence pad relies on capillary forces to drive moisture from the incontinent person into the inner layer(s) of the incontinence pad, and leaving a top layer of the incontinence pad dry to the touch. A gradient of capillary size can be present in the incontinence pad in a direction away from the incontinent person, which accordingly encourages liquid to migrate away from the incontinent person and be desirably retained therein.

Deicing fluid recovery system especially adapted for aircraft deicing apparatus

A deicing fluid recovery system for aircraft deicing apparatus includes a storage tank from which a deicing fluid/water deicing mixture is pumped through a line heater to a deicing fluid distribution and collection zone for application to the wings and fuselage of aircraft. Expended deicing fluid is collected in a drainage system incorporated into a concrete or asphalt pad and directed to a sump. Upon accumulation of a sufficient quantity, the diluted used deicing fluid is pumped to a sludge tank. Solids and free water are separated by settling and filtration processes in the sludge tank. The filtered deicing fluid mixture is heated through sequential heat exchangers and directed to a regenerator. The deicing fluid mixture is leaned by a dehydration process in the regenerator in which the mixture is heated and compressed air is injected to exhaust water from a stripping column. The lean deicing fluid flows over an overflow weir into an accumulator. The heated and leaned deicing fluid mixture then is passed back through the sequential heat exchangers, as a heat source, and pumped back into the storage tank for subsequent reuse.

Subsurface signal transmitting apparatus

A subsurface signal transmitting apparatus including an insulation coupling, a carrier device for mounting the telemetry instrumentation, and a by-pass system for avoiding pressure build-up either above or below the apparatus. The insulation coupling includes a housing member having a central opening defined by an interior surface extending in the longitudinal direction and a mandrel member having an exterior surface spaced from the interior surface of the housing member to provide a gap or clearance with an insulating bonding material occupying the clearance. The surfaces are oriented so that when the coupling is in tension at least a portion of the two surfaces experience interacting forces towards each other in the longitudinal direction of the coupling and in event of failure of the bonding material, the mandrel member is unable to withdraw from the housing member.

Device for signal transmission through an electrically insulating rudder connection in a well rudder string

MEMBERS OF ENZYMATIC ELECTRODES OF MULTIPLE LAYERS AND THEIR PRODUCTION PROCEDURES.

SENSOR PARA SU UTILIZACION EN UN ANALITO EN UNA SOLUCION DE MUESTRA. EL SENSOR TIENE UNA VIDA UTIL MAS LARGA, UNA ESTABILIDAD MEJORADA Y UN TIEMPO DE RESPUESTA MEJORADO PARA UNA O VARIAS APLICACIONES DE USO. EN UN ASPECTO, ALGUNAS DE ESTAS METAS SE ALCANZAN GRACIAS A LA MEMBRANA DE ELECTRODOS ENZIMATICOS DE CAPAS MULTIPLES CON CAPAS NO POROSAS Y CON MICROPOROS. LA CAPA DE MICROPOROS ESTA FORMADA A PARTIR DE UN FIJADOR DE POLIMERO, UN POLVO DE POLIMERO, UN TENSIOACTIVO Y UN POLVO MINERAL. EN OTRO ASPECTO, ALGUNAS DE ESTAS METAS SE ALCANZAN UTILIZANDO UNA CAPA QUE CONSTA DE UN ENZIMA DISPUESTO DENTRO DE UNA MATRIZ DE POLIMERO. EN ALGUNAS REALIZACIONES DEL INVENTO, LA MEMBRANA DE ELECTRODOS ENZIMATICOS DE CAPAS MULTIPLES INCLUYE UNA CAPA EXTERNA CAPAZ DE DISOLVERSE EN LA SOLUCION DE MUESTRA DE TAL MANERA QUE LA CONEXION ENTRE LA MEMBRANA DE ELECTRODOS ENZIMATICOS DE CAPAS MULTIPLES Y LA SOLUCION DE MUESTRA SE RENUEVE CONTINUAMENTE. SENSOR FOR USE IN AN ANALYTE IN A SAMPLE SOLUTION. THE SENSOR HAS A LONGER USEFUL LIFE, AN IMPROVED STABILITY AND AN IMPROVED RESPONSE TIME FOR ONE OR VARIOUS APPLICATIONS OF USE. IN AN ASPECT, SOME OF THESE GOALS ARE ACHIEVED THANKS TO THE MEMBRANE OF ENZYMATIC ELECTRODES OF MULTIPLE LAYERS WITH NON-POROUS LAYERS AND MICROPORTS. THE MICROPORTS LAYER IS FORMED FROM A POLYMER FIXER, A POLYMER POWDER, A TENSIOACTIVE AND A MINERAL POWDER. IN ANOTHER APPEARANCE, SOME OF THESE GOALS ARE ACHIEVED USING A LAYER THAT CONSISTS OF AN ENZYME WILLING WITHIN A POLYMER MATRIX. IN SOME EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION, THE MEMBRANE OF ENZYMATIC ELECTRODES OF MULTIPLE LAYERS INCLUDES AN EXTERNAL LAYER ABLE TO BE SOLVED IN THE SOLUTION OF SAMPLE OF SUCH WAY THAT THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE MEMBRANE OF ELECTRODES ENZIMATICOS DE MUULES IS RUNNING.

apparatus for dispensing pressure sensitive adhesive labels onto a substrate

resumo patente de invenção: "aparelho para dispensa de etiquetas adesivas sensíveis à pressão sobre um substrato". a presente invenção refere-se a um aparelho de etiquetagem (100) que compreende um elemento de separação (130) configurado para promover o desprendimento de uma etiqueta adesiva da teia de revestimento. as etiquetas adesivas (122) são alimentadas para o elemento de separação de tal modo que uma superfície de suporte de superfície entra em contato com o elemento de separação. o elemento de separação tem uma superfície que exibe uma aderência tal que a força de aderência entre o suporte de superfície e o elemento de separação é maior do que a força de liberação entre o revestimento de liberação e a camada de adesivo das etiquetas. as etiquetas se tornam associadas com o elemento de separação, e a etiqueta é aplicada a uma superfície de um substrato (210) por meio de contato da camada de adesivo exposta com uma superfície de um substrato, o que faz com que a etiqueta adesiva se desprenda do elemento de separação. Patent Specification: "Apparatus for dispensing pressure sensitive adhesive labels onto a substrate". The present invention relates to a labeling apparatus (100) comprising a separating element (130) configured to peel off an adhesive label from the coating web. the adhesive labels 122 are fed to the separating element such that a surface support surface contacts the separating element. The separating member has a surface that exhibits an adhesion such that the bonding force between the surface support and the separating member is greater than the releasing force between the release liner and the adhesive layer of the labels. the labels become associated with the separating member, and the label is applied to a surface of a substrate (210) by contacting the exposed adhesive layer with a surface of a substrate, which causes the adhesive label to peel off. detach from the separating element.

PAPER PRODUCTS THAT HAVE A LONG-TERM STORAGE CAPACITY.

Un método para aumentar el almacenaje a largo plazo de un producto celulósico de papel o cartón, que comprende las etapas de proporcionar un producto de papel o carbón hecho de fibras de celulosa que tiene un gramaje en el intervalo de 130,4-489 g/m2 (80 a 300 libras por 3.000 pies cuadrados), aplicar un material de alta rigidez y resistencia a al menos una superficie del producto de papel o cartón para proporcionar una banda encolada de papel o cartón, recubrir la banda encolada con un material receptor de tinta seleccionado del grupo que consiste en un material de recubrimiento polimérico acrílico acuoso, un agente biocida acuoso y una combinación de material de recubrimiento polimérico acrílico acuoso y un agente biocida acuoso, para proporcionar una capa receptora de tinta, secar la banda a una primera temperatura en el intervalo de 150ºC a 200ºC para proporcionar una temperatura de banda que no exceda aproximadamente de 85ºC, a fin de proporcionar una banda recubierta, mojar un lado no recubierto de la banda con un fluido acuoso para reducir el abarquillamiento de la banda y secar la banda a una segunda temperatura que es más baja que la primera temperatura, a fin de proporcionar un producto de papel o cartón que tiene un almacenaje a largo plazo mejorado. A method for increasing the long-term storage of a paper or cardboard cellulosic product, comprising the steps of providing a paper or carbon product made of cellulose fibers having a weight in the range of 130.4-489 g / m2 (80 to 300 pounds per 3,000 square feet), apply a material of high rigidity and resistance to at least one surface of the paper or cardboard product to provide a glued strip of paper or cardboard, coat the glued band with a receiving material of ink selected from the group consisting of an aqueous acrylic polymeric coating material, an aqueous biocidal agent and a combination of aqueous acrylic polymeric coating material and an aqueous biocidal agent, to provide an ink-receiving layer, dry ...

An electronically adjustable damper and system

An electronically adjustable damper system includes at least one electronically adjustable damper. The electronically adjustable damper includes at least one electronically controlled valve, whereby, the damper is electronically adjustable. The electronically adjustable damper system also includes a controller for adjusting each of the electronically adjustable dampers independently via the electronically controlled valves, and a remote electronic device. The electronically adjustable damper system allows a user to tune the dampers by allowing a user to adjust the electronically adjustable damper system to different applications and functions for various users, conditions, or both.

Electronically adjustable damper and system

An electronically adjustable damper system includes at least one electronically adjustable damper. The electronically adjustable damper includes at least one electronically controlled valve, whereby, the damper is electronically adjustable. The electronically adjustable damper system also includes a controller for adjusting each of the electronically adjustable dampers independently via the electronically controlled valves, and a remote electronic device. The electronically adjustable damper system allows a user to tune the dampers by allowing a user to adjust the electronically adjustable damper system to different applications and functions for various users, conditions, or both.

Controlled atmosphere packaging

Subsurface signal transmitting apparatus

A subsurface signal transmitting apparatus (10) including an insulation coupler (11), a carrier device (12) for mounting the telemetry instrumentation (75), and a by-pass system for avoiding pressure build-up either above or below the apparatus. The insulation coupler (11) includes a housing member (13) having a central opening (16) defined by an interior surface (22) extending in the longitudinal direction and a mandrel member (14) having an exterior surface (32) spaced from the interior surface (22) of the housing member (13) to provide a gap or clearance (33) with an insulating bonding material (29) occupying the clearance. The surfaces are oriented so that when the coupling is in tension at least a portion of the two surfaces experience interacting forces towards each other in the longitudinal direction of the coupling and in event of failure of the bonding material, the mandrel member is unable to withdraw from the housing member. The by-pass system includes a by-pass tube (120) which extends through central openings (3, 61) of the insulation coupler (11) and carrier device (12) and provides for electrically insulating one end of the assembly from the other but allows for pressure equalization via a fluid passage-way (121). The carrier device (12) has a cylindrical body (57) forming external channels (74) for concealing instruments (75) about its circumference.