FOOTWEAR HAVING MICRO ADJUSTABILITY

The present disclosure relates to an article of footwear with a sole structure having at least one adjustability pod configured to adjust at least one of a length and a width of the sole structure.

CONTROLLER FOR AN ACOUSTIC STANDING WAVE GENERATION DEVICE IN ORDER TO PREVENT CLOGGING OF A FILTER

The invention relates to a method and apparatus to continuously monitor and control acoustic energy and vacuum pressure to maintain a net unidirectional flow of multi-phase heterogeneous fluids through a porous filter or membrane. The heterogenous fluid may come form a variety of sources including biological sources such as, blood, bone marrow aspirate (BMA), adipose tissue (lipoaspirate), urine, saliva, etc.

ADJUSTABLE FOOTBED SYSTEM

A footbed system having a footbed and a removeable foot support with a bumper to adjust the size, fit and/or comfort of a shoe.

Wall-mountable connector

In one embodiment, a media converter comprises a power interface that extracts power from a communication medium coupled to the media converter for powering the media converter. In another embodiment, a connector comprises a first media attachment interface to physically attach a first communication medium to the connector and a second media attachment interface to physically attach a second communication medium to the connector. The connector further comprises a mounting interface to physically attach the connector to a structure. The connector communicatively couples the first communication medium and the second communication medium. The connector processes management data communicated over at least one of the first communication medium and the second communication medium.

Single Fiber Passive Optical Network Wavelength Division Multiplex Overlay

A downstream baseline optical signal generated by a baseline optical link is combined with a second optical signal generated by an additional optical link to generate a broadband optical signal. A fiber optic network splits the broadband optical signal to a plurality of fiber drops. An optical network termination unit receives the broadband optical signal from the fiber drop and isolates the downstream baseline optical signal and the second downstream optical signal from the broadband optical signal. An upstream baseline optical signal may also be transmitted through the fiber drop by the optical termination unit. The optical termination unit does not effect baseline optical service to any other optical termination unit in the fiber optic network.

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Load stabilizing device

A device capable of quickly and easily stabilizing a load with respect to an associated cart or carrier to facilitate load transport.

Rapid-entry footwear having a stabilizer and an elastic element

A rapid-entry shoe having an elastic element to enlarge a foot opening of the rapid-entry shoe and also having a stabilizer to prevent a rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe from collapsing downward.

Foldable bed tent

The present invention features a foldable or collapsible bet tent that may be cyclically repositioned from a fully assembled, set-up position to an upright, stored position, while capable of being attached to the bed at all times.

Footwear having micro adjustability

The present disclosure relates to an article of footwear with a sole structure having at least one adjustability pod configured to adjust at least one of a length and a width of the sole structure.

Single fiber passive optical network wavelength division multiplex overlay

A single fiber passive optical network (PON) wavelength division multiplex (WDM) overlay includes a central office, a fiber optic network, and a plurality of optical network termination (ONT) units. The central office has a baseline optical link that receives a baseline communication signal and converts the baseline communication signal into a downstream baseline optical signal within a first optical bandwidth, and has an additional optical link that receives a second type of communication signal and converts the second type of communication signal into a second downstream optical signal within a second optical bandwidth. The downstream baseline optical signal generated by the baseline optical link is combined with the second optical signal generated by the additional optical link to generate a broadband optical signal. The fiber optic network is coupled to the central office and receives the broadband optical signal on at least one optic fiber. The fiber optic network splits the broadband ...

RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR HAVING AN EXPANDABLE OPENING

Footwear is disclosed herein that comprises a base with a cut-out and/or a fold pattern, either of which, when actuated, is useful to transform the footwear from a closed/relaxed configuration to an open/actuated configuration in which the rapid-entry shoe has an expanded shoe opening to facilitate reception of a foot of an individual wearing the rapid-entry shoe.

Locking handle device

A locking handle device capable of securely engaging complementary handle components and preventing their disengagement except upon deliberate actuation of a release element. A release element may be integral with the base portions of the handle such that application of an inward force to opposing release elements may transfer a substantially vertical and transverse force to the locked handles, thereby effectively disengaging complementary handle components.

Combination wipe and container

A combination of a wet wipe and container includes a container defining an interior chamber and a container indicia disposed on the container. A first wipe is sized for storage inside the container interior chamber and adapted to clean waste from a body, the first wipe including a substrate having a moisture content greater than 10%. A first wipe indicia is disposed on the first wipe substrate. Each of the container and first wipe indicia includes a common visual element to provide information to a consumer that cross-references between the wipe and the container.

RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR HAVING A STABILIZER AND AN ELASTIC ELEMENT

A rapid-entry shoe having an elastic element to enlarge a foot opening of the rapid-entry shoe and also having a stabilizer to prevent a rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe from collapsing downward.

Ergonomic golf bag top and club separator

The present invention features a ergonomically designed and structured golf bag top and club separator. The golf bag top and club separator comprises a perimeter support member having integrally formed tiered sections both along its longitudinal and lateral axes, a wood complex, an iron complex located opposite from and offset below the wood complex, and a plurality of strategically placed dividers therein to provide vertical disposition and segregation of wood-type golf clubs. Through its unique design, the present invention provides vertical segregation of the wood complex, thus providing optimal positioning, travel, access, and retrieval of golf clubs inserted and housed therein, as well as providing added protection of the clubs from one another. The wood complex is vertically segregated and positioned proximate or distal the body of the user.

Rapid-entry footwear with rebounding fit system

A rapid-entry and rebounding fit shoe having one or both of a rapid-entry heel element and a rapid-entry tongue element and both snap back for fit. The rapid-entry shoe directs a user's foot into or otherwise accommodates a user's foot with respect to, a shoe opening, and thereafter secures a rear portion of rapid-entry shoe about a user's heel as well as forefoot.

Repositionable insulator

A repositionable insulator housing for an angle connector formed from first and second housing sections that are joined together. Each housing section has an exterior surface and a base portion that includes an end wall, a pair of opposing side walls and a back wall. Each of the end walls and pairs of opposing side walls extend from the back walls to form open sides and open ends of the housing sections. When the two housing sections are joined together, the base sections form an enclosure with a pair of apertures in opposing walls. The two housing sections enclose an angle connector so that the open sides correspond and the first open ends form an opening in the housing. The pair of apertures are aligned and adapted to receive an elongated metal rod and the opening in the housing is adapted to receive a conductor.

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CONTROLLER FOR AN ACOUSTIC STANDING WAVE GENERATION DEVICE IN ORDER TO PREVENT CLOGGING OF A FILTER

The invention relates to a method and apparatus to continuously monitor and control acoustic energy and vacuum pressure to maintain a net unidirectional flow of multi-phase heterogeneous fluids through a porous filter or membrane. The heterogeneous fluid may come form a variety of sources including biological sources such as, blood, bone marrow aspirate (BMA), adipose tissue (lipoaspirate), urine, saliva, etc. 182-. (canceled)84. The An apparatus of claim 83 , further comprising: an electronic measuring device to measure a degree of filtration and for generating a signal when a predetermined degree of filtration has been achieved; wherein the filter tilting device is operable to tilt the filter in response to the signal from the electronic measuring device.85. The apparatus of claim 83 , wherein the filter tilting device is manually operable by a user of the apparatus when it is determined that filtration has proceeded to a required degree.86. The apparatus of claim 83 , wherein the filter tilting device claim 83 , once operated claim 83 , does not allow the filter to be returned to or to be retained in the first orientation relative to the horizontal plane. The present application relates to an invention that improves upon and can be used with a separation apparatus as disclosed in UK provisional application no. 0704180.9 filed on 2 Mar. 2007, UK provisional application no. 0722448.8 filed on 15 Nov. 2007, UK provisional application no. 0801901.0 filed on 1 Feb. 2008 and International patent application no. PCT/GB2008/000704 filed on 29 Feb. 2008, all of which are herein incorporated in their entirety.The invention relates to a method and apparatus to continuously monitor and control acoustic energy and vacuum pressure to maintain a net unidirectional flow of multi-phase heterogeneous fluids through a porous filter or membrane. The heterogeneous fluid may come form a variety of sources including biological sources such as, blood, bone marrow aspirate (BMA), adipose ...

Pocket closure device

A pocket closure device for facilitating retention of and access to items placed in a pocket. Specifically, certain embodiments of the present invention comprise an elongate resilient member disposed along a pocket and attached to a front panel of the pocket and to an outer surface of a bag. The elongate resilient member acts to bias the front panel against the outer surface of the bag such that the panel may be quickly and effectively accessed in a single movement. The biased nature of the front panel of the pocket also enables quick and automatic closure of the pocket to secure pocket contents.

Rapid-entry shoe

A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe. The moveable elements may include flexible elements, elements having constructed to have a memory of a native position, magnetic elements, and/or elastic elements.

RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR HAVING AN ACTUATOR ARM

A rapid-entry shoe includes an actuator arm, having a pivot point, and a closure system. Movement of the actuator arm from an uncollapsed position to a collapsed position opens the closure system and movement of the actuator arm from the collapsed position to the uncollapsed position closes the closure system, according to various embodiments. 1. A rapid-entry shoe comprising:an actuator arm comprising a pivot point; anda closure system coupled to the actuator arm;wherein movement of the actuator arm from an uncollapsed position to a collapsed position opens the closure system, and wherein movement of the actuator arm from the collapsed position to the uncollapsed position closes the closure system.2. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein the actuator arm comprises a rear segment and a forward segment claim 1 , wherein the pivot point is disposed between the rear segment and the forward segment and the closure system is coupled to the forward segment of the actuator arm.3. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 2 , wherein movement of the actuator arm from the uncollapsed position to the collapsed position comprises downward rotational movement of the rear segment and upward rotational movement of the forward segment claim 2 , and wherein movement of the actuator arm from the collapsed position to the uncollapsed position comprises upward rotational movement of the rear segment and downward rotational movement of the forward segment.4. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 2 , wherein a coupling point between the forward segment of the actuator arm and the closure system enables relative rotation of the actuator arm and the closure system.5. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 4 , wherein in the uncollapsed position the coupling point is closer to a footbed of the rapid-entry shoe than the pivot point claim 4 , and wherein in the collapsed position the coupling point is farther above the footbed than the pivot point.6. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 4 , further comprising a bend axis ...

Bag carrying device

A substantially rigid bag carrying device for facilitating manual transport of a bag, such as a golf bag, luggage, camping equipment, backpack, and the like. The bag carrying device facilitates manual transport of a bag by providing independent support for the bag as well as enabling a user to quickly and easily implement the bag carrying device in a single motion. The support structure of the bag carrying device may be defined by a variety of shoulder supports, connecting supports, and other support structures. The bag carrying device may also incorporate one or more support straps for selectively adjusting the position of the bag relative to a user.

SPOUT ASSEMBLY

Presented are a spout assembly, bottle and a method of forming. An exemplary spout assembly includes a tubular spout, the cylindrical spout having an endless wall defining a passage, the endless wall having a top open edge fluidly connecting the passage, a bottom open edge fluidly connecting the hollow passage, and at least three vertical ribs extending inwardly from the endless wall within the passage. The spout assembly further includes a tilted trough extending from the bottom open edge circumscribing the tubular spout, the trough having at least one opening located such that fluid flow is directed toward the at least one opening. The spout assembly still further includes a cylindrical side wall extending from the tilted trough. 1. A spout assembly for use in a bottle neck , the spout assembly comprising:(a) a spout, the spout having an endless wall defining a passage, the endless wall having a top open edge fluidly connecting the passage, a bottom open edge fluidly connecting the hollow passage, and at least three vertical ribs extending inwardly from the endless wall within the passage;(b) a tilted trough extending from the bottom open edge circumscribing the spout, the trough having at least one opening located such that fluid flow is directed toward the at least one opening; and(c) a substantially cylindrical side wall extending from the tilted trough, the cylindrical side wall configured to extend substantially parallel and adjacent an inner surface of the bottle neck, the cylindrical side wall having a retaining bead circumscribing the cylindrical side wall, and a top edge flange, wherein the cylindrical side wall has a height that is one of (i) less than a height of the bottle neck and (ii) equal to the height of the bottle neck.2. The spout assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the at least three vertical ribs are spaced from an expected fluid flow location along the endless wall.3. The spout assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the spout claim 1 , ...

Rapid-entry footwear having a stabilizer and an elastic element

A rapid-entry shoe having an elastic element to enlarge a foot opening of the rapid-entry shoe and also having a stabilizer to prevent a rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe from collapsing downward.

Rapid-entry footwear having a stabilizer and an elastic element

A rapid-entry shoe having an elastic element to enlarge a foot opening of the rapid-entry shoe and also having a stabilizer to prevent a rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe from collapsing downward.

Rapid-entry shoe

A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe. The moveable elements may include flexible elements, elements having constructed to have a memory of a native position, magnetic elements, and/or elastic elements.

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Rapid-entry footwear having an expandable opening

Footwear is disclosed herein that comprises a base with a cut-out and/or a fold pattern, either of which, when actuated, is useful to transform the footwear from a closed/relaxed configuration to an open/actuated configuration in which the rapid-entry shoe has an expanded shoe opening to facilitate reception of a foot of an individual wearing the rapid-entry shoe.

Controller for an acoustic standing wave generation device in order to prevent clogging of a filter

The invention relates to a method and apparatus to continuously monitor and control acoustic energy and vacuum pressure to maintain a net unidirectional flow of multi-phase heterogeneous fluids through a porous filter or membrane. The heterogenous fluid may come form a variety of sources including biological sources such as, blood, bone marrow aspirate (BMA), adipose tissue (lipoaspirate), urine, saliva, etc.

Carrying device for a cartable item providing single to dual-shoulder support transitioning

The present invention features a unique carrying device for carrying a cartable item, wherein the carrying device is formed of a rigid structure and comprises means for engaging a first shoulder of a user, means for engaging a second shoulder of a user, means for connecting the means for engaging the first and second shoulders of a user together, means for adjusting the ergonomic configuration of the carrying device, means for releasably coupling or attaching the carrying device to a golf bag, and means for transitioning, upon elective actuation, functions to transition or convert the carrying device from a single-shoulder carrying arrangement or position to a dual-shoulder carrying arrangement or position.

Rapid-entry shoe

A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe. The moveable elements may include flexible elements, elements having constructed to have a memory of a native position, magnetic elements, and/or elastic elements.

Carrying device for a cartable item providing single to dual-shoulder support transitioning

The present invention features a unique carrying device for carrying a cartable item, wherein the carrying device is formed of a rigid structure and comprises means for engaging a first shoulder of a user, means for engaging a second shoulder of a user, means for connecting the means for engaging the first and second shoulders of a user together, means for adjusting the ergonomic configuration of the carrying device, means for releasably coupling or attaching the carrying device to a golf bag, and means for transitioning, upon elective actuation, functions to transition or convert the carrying device from a single-shoulder carrying arrangement or position to a dual-shoulder carrying arrangement or position.

Repositionable insulator

A repositionable insulator housing for an angle connector formed from first and second housing sections that are joined together. Each housing section has an exterior surface and a base portion that includes an end wall, a pair of opposing side walls and a back wall. Each of the end walls and pairs of opposing side walls extend from the back walls to form open sides and open ends of the housing sections. When the two housing sections are joined together, the base sections form an enclosure with a pair of apertures in opposing walls. The two housing sections enclose an angle connector so that the open sides correspond and the first open ends form an opening in the housing. The pair of apertures are aligned and adapted to receive an elongated metal rod and the opening in the housing is adapted to receive a conductor.

Ergonomic rocker

An ergonomic rocking chair that maximizes circulation and relaxation while minimizing spinal pressure and other physical discomforts. The ergonomic rocking chair facilitates quick and easy assembly and disassembly, and may be selectively stabilized and/or adapted to perform ancillary functions.

Rapid-entry footwear having a stabilizer and an elastic element

A rapid-entry shoe having an elastic element to enlarge a foot opening of the rapid-entry shoe and also having a stabilizer to prevent a rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe from collapsing downward.

Rapid-entry footwear having a stabilizer and an elastic element

A rapid-entry shoe having an elastic element to enlarge a foot opening of the rapid-entry shoe and also having a stabilizer to prevent a rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe from collapsing downward.

RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR WITH REBOUNDING FIT SYSTEM

A rapid-entry and rebounding fit shoe having one or both of a rapid-entry heel element and a rapid-entry tongue element and both snap back for fit. The rapid-entry shoe directs a user's foot into or otherwise accommodates a user's foot with respect to, a shoe opening, and thereafter secures a rear portion of rapid-entry shoe about a user's heel as well as forefoot. 1. A rapid-entry shoe , comprising:a heel structure located at a rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe, the heel structure comprising a deformable element; anda snap back tongue element having a first side, a second side, a center channel positioned along a length between the first side and the second side, and a plurality of cuts or indentations spaced along the first side and the second side;wherein the snap back tongue element is configured to flex about the plurality of cuts or indentations such that an underside of the snap back tongue element is not concave toward a sole of the rapid-entry shoe;wherein the snap back tongue element is configured to flex about the center channel in response to pressure applied to the underside of the snap back tongue element by a foot that is inside the rapid-entry shoe such that an underside of the snap back tongue element is concave toward the sole of the rapid-entry shoe;wherein the heel structure comprises a collapsed configuration and an uncollapsed configuration; andwherein the heel structure is biased by the deformable element toward the uncollapsed configuration.2. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein the snap back tongue element comprises a top portion closer to the rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe than a lower portion claim 1 , and wherein the plurality of cuts or indentations are spaced closer together toward the top portion than the lower portion.3. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , further comprising a cross element extending between a medial quarter and a lateral quarter of an upper of the rapid-entry shoe claim 1 , wherein the tongue element is ...

Pocket closure device

A pocket closure device for facilitating retention of and access to items placed in a pocket. Specifically, certain embodiments of the present invention comprise an elongate resilient member disposed along a pocket and attached to a front panel of the pocket and to an outer surface of a bag. The elongate resilient member acts to bias the front panel against the outer surface of the bag such that the panel may be quickly and effectively accessed in a single movement. The biased nature of the front panel of the pocket also enables quick and automatic closure of the pocket to secure pocket contents.

Golf ball holder

A golf ball holder is disclosed that holds a plurality of golf balls, each golf ball being independently removable from the holder without the need to remove one of the other balls first. The holder can be attached to a golf bag either permanently or temporarily. The holder is made from a flexible fabric with openings at a first end and a second end. Golf balls are slipped into the holder from either end. The golf balls are fitted within a location where an opening is made in the holder. The opening allows the user to see whether a ball is available as well as the type of ball. The opening can stretch to allow the user to remove the golf ball through the opening rather than through one of the end openings. The openings where the golf balls are held can also be large enough to insert a golf ball into the holder. The holder can be sewn to an outside portion of the golf bag, typically near the top for easy access. The holder can be attached via a hook and eye attachment means, such as Velcro ...

Load bearing shoulder frame assembly

A substantially rigid load bearing apparatus for facilitating manual transport of a load, such as a golf bag, luggage, camping equipment, backpack, and the like. The load bearing apparatus facilitates manual transport of a load by providing independent support for the load as well as enabling a user to quickly and easily implement the load bearing apparatus in a single motion. The load bearing apparatus may also incorporate a support strap assembly for selectively adjusting the position of the load relative to a user.

RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR HAVING A STABILIZER AND AN ELASTIC ELEMENT

A rapid-entry shoe having an elastic element to enlarge a foot opening of the rapid-entry shoe and also having a stabilizer to prevent a rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe from collapsing downward.

Ergonomic golf bag top and club separator

The present invention features a ergonomically designed and structured golf bag top and club separator. The golf bag top and club separator comprises a perimeter support member having integrally formed tiered sections both along its longitudinal and lateral axes, a wood complex, an iron complex located opposite from and offset below the wood complex, and a plurality of strategically placed dividers therein to provide vertical disposition and segregation of wood-type golf clubs. Through its unique design, the present invention provides vertical segregation of the wood complex, thus providing optimal positioning, travel, access, and retrieval of golf clubs inserted and housed therein, as well as providing added protection of the clubs from one another. The wood complex is vertically segregated and positioned proximate or distal the body of the user.

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Rapid-entry shoe

A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe. The moveable elements may include flexible elements, elements having constructed to have a memory of a native position, magnetic elements, and/or elastic elements.

Controller for an acoustic standing wave generation device in order to prevent clogging of a filter

The invention relates to a method and apparatus to continuously monitor and control acoustic energy and vacuum pressure to maintain a net unidirectional flow of multi-phase heterogeneous fluids through a porous filter or membrane. The heterogeneous fluid may come form a variety of sources including biological sources such as, blood, bone marrow aspirate (BMA), adipose tissue (lipoaspirate), urine, saliva, etc.

Memorializing wristband jewelry

A memorialization wristband jewelry includes an elongated semi-flexible metal plate strip having an top surface and a lower surface and a paint material applied in a generally even layer to the top surface of the metal plate strip. A memorialization image is formed in the paint material, the memorialization image being formed by removal of specific selected areas of the paint material from the top surface of the metal plate strip and the metal plate strip is then formed into a generally arcuate shape which approximates the outer circumferential shape of the human wrist whereby the memorialization wristband is wearable on the wrist of a person.

CUSTOMIZABLE FOOTBED

A footbed having a plurality of pods that can be added, removed and/or replaced to adjust the fit and/or comfort of a shoe.

Phytase formulation

A liquid enzyme formulation, an enzyme granule formulation, methods for manufacturing enzyme granules using a fluid bed dryer, wherein the enzyme granules are thermostable without the need for a thermostable coating is provided. The enzyme granules are phytase granules used in the manufacturing of an animal feed, wherein the phytase granule is thermostable without the need for a thermostable coating and the phytase retains about 63% to about 134% of its activity after pelleting at 80° C.

RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR HAVING A STABILIZER AND AN ELASTIC ELEMENT

A rapid-entry shoe having an elastic element to enlarge a foot opening of the rapid-entry shoe and also having a stabilizer to prevent a rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe from collapsing downward.

Rapid-Entry Shoe

A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe. The moveable elements may include flexible elements, elements having constructed to have a memory of a native position, magnetic elements, and/or elastic elements ...

RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR HAVING AN ACTUATOR ARM

A rapid-entry shoe includes an actuator arm, having a pivot point, and a closure system. Movement of the actuator arm from an uncollapsed position to a collapsed position opens the closure system and movement of the actuator arm from the collapsed position to the uncollapsed position closes the closure system, according to various embodiments.

FOOTWEAR HAVING MICRO ADJUSTABILITY

The present disclosure relates to an article of footwear with a sole structure having at least one adjustability pod configured to adjust at least one of a length and a width of the sole structure. 1. An article of footwear comprising:a sole structure coupled to an upper,wherein the sole structure comprises an adjustability pod configured to adjust at least one of a length and a width of the sole structure,wherein the sole structure comprises an open configuration and a closed configuration, andwherein a dimension of the sole structure is greater in the open configuration than it is in the closed configuration,wherein the adjustability pod comprises a spring and a threaded member extending along an axis through the spring,wherein rotation of the threaded member relative to the spring adjusts the dimension of the sole structure, andwherein the dimension is along the axis.2. An article of footwear comprising:a sole structure coupled to an upper,wherein the sole structure comprises an adjustability pod configured to adjust at least one of a length and a width of the sole structure,wherein the sole structure comprises an open configuration and a closed configuration, andwherein a dimension of the sole structure is greater in the open configuration than it is in the closed configuration,wherein the adjustability pod comprises a scissor lift and a threaded member extending along an axis through the scissor lift,wherein rotation of the threaded member relative to the scissor lift adjusts the dimension of the sole structure, andwherein the dimension is orthogonal to the axis.3. An article of footwear comprising:a sole structure coupled to an upper,wherein the sole structure comprises an adjustability pod configured to adjust at least one of a length and a width of the sole structure,wherein the sole structure comprises an open configuration and a closed configuration, andwherein a dimension of the sole structure is greater in the open configuration than it is in the closed ...

Rapid-entry footwear having an actuator arm

A rapid-entry shoe includes an actuator arm, having a pivot point, and a closure system. Movement of the actuator arm from an uncollapsed position to a collapsed position opens the closure system and movement of the actuator arm from the collapsed position to the uncollapsed position closes the closure system, according to various embodiments.

METHODS FOR DETECTING REPLAY ATTACKS IN GNSS SYSTEMS AND METHODS THEREOF

A method, non-transitory computer readable medium, device, and system that detects a replay attack includes monitoring Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) time obtained by a GNSS receiver from a GNSS signal from a GNSS satellite. An alert condition for the replay attack is identified based on at least a detected delay between a universal coordinated time (UTC) and the GNSS time. An alert notification is provided based on the identification of the alert condition for the replay attack. 1. A method for countering and detecting a replay attack , the method comprising:monitoring, by a computing device, a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) time obtained by a GNSS receiver from a GNSS signal from a GNSS satellite;identifying, by the computing device, an alert condition for the replay attack based on at least a detected delay between a universal coordinated time (UTC) and the GNSS time; andproviding, by the computing device, an alert notification based on the identification of the alert condition for the replay attack.2. The method as set forth in further comprising:obtaining, by the computing device, the UTC time initially from another GNSS signal received by the GNSS receiver; andmaintaining, by the computing device, the obtained UTC time with a control clock device and a disciplined oscillator.3. The method as set forth in further comprising:obtaining, by the computing device, the UTC time initially from another time source; andmaintaining, by the computing device, the obtained UTC time with a control clock device and a disciplined oscillator.4. The method as set forth in further comprising:obtaining, by the computing device, the UTC time from two or more disciplined oscillators, wherein each of the disciplined oscillators has been disciplined from the GNSS signal individually and at a different time.5. The method as set forth in wherein the identifying the alert condition for the replay attack further comprises:determining, by the computing device, when ...

Foldable Easy-Access Bag

Soft sided bags having a flexible frame system are disclosed and described herein. A plurality of structure forming frame members engage guides in the bag body to provide the soft sided bag with a resilient structure, and to further provide content protection and accessibility. Soft sided bag may use structure forming frame members with varying levels of stiffness to provide a desired structure to the soft sided bag. A unique structure forming frame member is disclosed which includes an outer sheath and inner rod that gives the bag body structure, durability, flexibility, resiliency, and differing degrees of restorative force along one continuous member. Various non-limiting configurations are disclosed that provide the soft sided bag with a desired shape as well as the ability to collapse to smaller configurations. 1. A bag comprising:a structure forming frame member; anda guide disposed about the bag body and sized to connect with the structure forming frame member, wherein the first structure forming frame member engages the guide to provide the bag with a desired structural form, and wherein the first structure forming frame member may be manipulated to allow the bag to collapse into a less-voluminous configuration.2. The bag of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of guides.3. The bag of claim 1 , further comprising a bag body made at least in part of a generally pliable material.4. The bag of claim 3 , further comprising bag bottom side and a bag top side joined by bag lateral sides claim 3 , defining and enclosing an interior cavity.5. The bag of claim 4 , wherein the bag body comprises a durable material that is sufficiently flexible to allow the soft sided bag to be substantially collapsed to minimize a volume of the soft sided bag for storage.6. The bag of claim 1 , further comprising one of a handle claim 1 , a strap claim 1 , and a harness.7. The bag of claim 1 , further comprising an access port providing access to a compartment.8. The bag of claim ...

Foldable Golf Cart

A foldable golf pull/push cart is disclosed. In some embodiments, the foldable golf cart is selectively foldable between a folded configuration and an unfolded configuration. In such embodiments, the foldable golf cart is configured to be permanently attached to a golf club bag in both the folded and unfolded configurations as well as while the golf cart is transitioned between the forgoing configurations. According to some embodiments, the golf cart is compact and light enough such that it does not appreciably add to either the dimensions of the golf club bag or the weight of a standard golf club bag containing clubs and other golf equipment. In this way, when the golf cart is in a folded configuration, the golf cart and bag combination can be handled and/or transported as easily as the bag itself. In some embodiments, the golf cart is configured to accommodate any bag a user prefers. 1. A foldable golf cart , comprising:a transmission system;a handle assembly coupled to the transmission system; andone of a front wheel assembly and a rear wheel assembly coupled to the transmission system.2. The foldable golf cart of claim 1 , further comprising a golf club bag cradle assembly coupled to the transmission system.3. The foldable golf cart of claim 1 , further comprising a brake system.4. The foldable golf cart of claim 1 , wherein the foldable golf cart has a folded configuration and an unfolded configuration and wherein the foldable golf cart is configured to be permanently attached to a golf club bag.5. The foldable golf cart of claim 3 , wherein the brake system is selectively lockable.6. The foldable golf cart of claim 4 , wherein the foldable golf cart is selectively lockable in the unfolded configuration.7. The foldable golf cart of claim 1 , wherein the transmission system comprises a longitudinal body of the foldable golf cart which is configured to transmit a force applied from the handle assembly to the front wheel assembly and the rear wheel assembly ...

Apparatus for delivering a fluid and methods relating thereto

Apparatus for delivering a fluid to a location includes a means for supplying fluid connected to a reservoir. The reservoir has a variable volume and includes an outlet via which fluid may be delivered to the location.

Shaving Aid For Razor Cartridges Comprising Filaments

A shaving aid for razor cartridges comprising water soluble filaments exhibiting lubricating properties and with improved visual and tactile aesthetics. 1. A razor cartridge comprising a shaving aid comprising a plurality of filaments wherein at least 15% by total weight of the filaments are water soluble filaments.2. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , further comprising a housing and at least one blade contained therein claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of said housing comprises said shaving aid.3. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said shaving aid comprises a mixture of filaments.4. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said shaving aid comprises a filament forming material.5. The razor cartridge of claim 4 , wherein said filament forming material comprises polyvinylalcohol claim 4 , quaternary ammonium polymer claim 4 , polyethylene glycol claim 4 , polyethylene oxide claim 4 , or a combination thereof.6. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said shaving aid comprises at least 40% by total weight of filaments of said water soluble filaments.7. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said shaving aid further comprises from 0.01% to 60% by weight of total filaments of a skin care active agent.8. The razor cartridge of claim 7 , wherein at least a portion of said skin care active agent is on an external surface of at least one of said plurality of filaments.9. The razor cartridge of claim 7 , wherein at least a portion of said skin care active agent is within at least one of said plurality of filaments.10. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of said plurality of filaments is in the form of a web claim 1 , preferably a nonwoven web.11. The razor cartridge of claim 10 , comprising at least two layers of said web.12. The razor cartridge of claim 11 , wherein said at least two layers are superimposed and bonded together to form a laminate.13. The razor cartridge of claim 10 , wherein said web has a thickness of greater than about ...

Shaving Aid For Razor Cartridges Comprising A Nano-Filament Comprising A Core And Sheath

A shaving aid for razor cartridges comprising water soluble filaments having nano-sized diameters and exhibiting lubricating properties and with improved visual and tactile aesthetics, wherein said nano-filament has a core and a sheath. 1. A razor cartridge comprisinga housing a shaving surface;at least one blade having a blade tip positioned at said shaving surface; anda shaving aid positioned on said housing to expose skin contacting portion of said shaving aid on said shaving surface, said shaving aid comprising a co-axial filament having a diameter of from about 10 nm to about 1000 nm, wherein said co-axial filament comprises a core and a sheath.2. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said core comprises a water insoluble polymer.3. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said sheath comprises a water soluble-polymer.4. The razor cartridge of claim 2 , wherein said sheath comprises a water-soluble polymer.5. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said core has a diameter of from about 90 nm to about 900 nm.6. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said sheath has a diameter of from about 100 nm to 1000 nm.7. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said co-axial filament has an average diameter of from about 300 nm to about 600 nm.8. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , further comprising a second filament.9. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said shaving aid comprises at least 0.01% by weight of a plurality of said co-axial filaments.10. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of said skin contacting portion has a surface coating claim 1 , said surface coating comprising said co-axial filament.11. The razor cartridge of claim 10 , wherein at least 50% of the skin contacting portion claim 10 , by surface area is covered by said surface coating.12. The razor cartridge of claim 3 , wherein said water soluble polymer is selected from polyvinylalcohol claim 3 , quaternary ammonium polymer claim 3 , polyethylene glycol claim 3 , ...

Shaving Aid For Razor Cartridges Comprising A Nano-Filament

A shaving aid for razor cartridges comprising water soluble filaments having nano-sized diameters and exhibiting lubricating properties and with improved visual and tactile aesthetics. 1. A razor cartridge comprisinga. a housing a shaving surface;b. at least one blade having a blade tip positioned at said shaving surface; andc. a shaving aid positioned on said housing to expose skin contacting portion of said shaving aid on said shaving surface, said shaving aid comprising a nano-filament having a diameter of from about 10 nm to about 1000 nm.2. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said shaving aid comprises a nano-filament average diameter of from about 300 nm to about 600 nm.3. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said shaving aid comprises at least 0.01% by weight of said nano-filaments.4. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said nano-filaments forms a nonwoven web.5. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein said nano-filament has a span of at least 30 um between intersections with other nano-filaments in the shaving aid.6. The razor cartridge of claim 5 , wherein said nonwoven web has a thickness of from about 0.01 mm to about 5 mm. In one embodiment claim 5 , the shaving aid comprises a plurality of nonwoven webs.7. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of said skin contacting portion has a surface coating claim 1 , said surface coating comprising said nano-filament.8. The razor cartridge of claim 7 , wherein at least 50% of the skin contacting portion claim 7 , by surface area is covered by said surface coating.9. The razor cartridge of claim 7 , wherein said surface coating comprises more than one layer.10. The razor cartridge of claim 7 , wherein said surface coating has a thickness of from about 0.01 mm to about 20 mm.11. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , further comprising a second nano-filament.12. The razor cartridge of claim 11 , wherein said second nano-filament is not water soluble.13. The razor cartridge of claim 1 , ...

PHYTASE FORMULATION

A liquid enzyme formulation, an enzyme granule formulation, methods for manufacturing enzyme granules using a fluid bed dryer, wherein the enzyme granules are thermostable without the need for a thermostable coating is provided. The enzyme granules are phytase granules used in the manufacturing of an animal feed, wherein the phytase granule is thermostable without the need for a thermostable coating and the phytase retains about 63% to about 134% of its activity after pelleting at 80° C. 1. A liquid enzyme formulation comprising:(a) a phytase;(b) a buffer, wherein the buffer is selected from the group consisting of: a sodium citrate, potassium citrate, citric acid, sodium acetate, acetic acid, sodium phosphate, potassium phosphate and any combination thereof;(c) a stabilizer, wherein the stabilizer is selected from the group consisting of: a sucrose, a sorbitol, a mannitol, a glycerol, a trehalose, a sodium chloride, a sodium sulphate, or any combination thereof; and,(d) an anti-microbial, wherein the anti-microbial is selected from the group consisting of: a potassium sorbate, sodium sorbate, a sorbic acid, a sodium benzoate, a benzoic acid, a methyl paraben, a calcium propionate, a sodium propionate, an ammonium propionate, a propionic acid, or any combination thereof.2. The liquid enzyme formulation of claim 1 , wherein(a) the buffer has a pH in a range from about 4.5 to about 5.50,(b) the stabilizer is a combination of at least two stabilizers,(c) the stabilizer is at a concentration between about 5% to about 30%, or(d) the anti-microbial is a combination of at least two anti-microbials.322.-. (canceled)23. A granulated enzyme formulation comprising:(a) a carrier;(b) a primary solution comprising a phytase, a buffer, a stabilizer, a binding agent, a first plasticizer, an anti-microbial, or any combination thereof; and(c) a secondary solution comprising an enhancer, a second plasticizer, or any combination thereof.24. The granulated enzyme formulation of claim 23 ...

RAPID-ENTRY SHOE

A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe. The moveable elements may include flexible elements, elements having constructed to have a memory of a native position, magnetic elements, and/or elastic elements 1. A rapid-entry shoe comprising:a sole support having an upper surface configured to support a user's foot;an upper coupled to the sole support, the upper defining an opening adapted to receive entry of the user's foot; anda rear portion of the upper configured to secure a heel of the user's foot;wherein the rear portion comprises a deformable element, the deformable element extending around the heel of the user's foot and forming a first torsion spring and a second torsion spring;wherein each of the first torsion spring and the second torsion spring is dispersed around a periphery of the sole support;wherein the deformable element is configured to have a native position in which the deformable element holds the rear portion in a closed position securing the heel of the user's foot; andwherein the deformable element is configured to be deformed by an opening force to expand the opening to permit rapid entry of the user's foot.2. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein the deformable element extends continuously around the heel of the user's foot.3. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein the deformable element extends into an inner layer of the sole support.4. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein each of the first torsion spring and the second torsion spring is dispersed below the upper surface.5. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein each of ...

PROCESS OF MAKING A MULTI-PLY FIBROUS WATER SOLUBLE PRODUCT

A process for manufacturing a water soluble product including the steps of: providing a water soluble fibrous first ply; providing a water soluble fibrous second ply formed on a surface other than the first ply, wherein the second ply is separate from the first ply; superposing the first ply and the second ply; and joining a first portion of the first ply to a second portion of the second ply to form the water soluble product. 1. A process for manufacturing a water soluble product comprising the steps of:providing a water soluble fibrous first ply;providing a water soluble fibrous second ply formed on a surface other than said first ply, wherein said second ply is separate from said first ply;superposing said first ply and said second ply; andjoining a first portion of said first ply to a second portion of said second ply to form said water soluble product;wherein said first ply has a first ply belt side and a first ply air side opposite said first ply belt side;wherein said second ply has a second ply belt side and a second ply air side opposite said second ply belt side; andwherein said process further comprises a step of positioning said first ply belt side and said second ply belt side to face away from one another prior to joining said first ply and said second ply.2. The process according to further comprising the steps of:providing said first ply as part of a first continuous ply web;providing said second ply as part of a second continuous ply web; andcutting said first continuous ply web and second continuous ply web after the step of superposing said first ply and said second ply to form said water soluble product.3. The process according to claim 2 , further comprising the step of cutting in a machine direction said second continuous ply web from said first continuous ply web.4. (canceled)5. The process according to further comprising the steps of:providing said first ply with a first plurality of water soluble first particles; andproviding said second ply ...

RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR WITH REBOUNDING FIT SYSTEM

A rapid-entry and rebounding fit shoe having one or both of a rapid-entry heel element and a rapid-entry tongue element and both snap back for fit. The rapid-entry shoe directs a user's foot into or otherwise accommodates a user's foot with respect to, a shoe opening, and thereafter secures a rear portion of rapid-entry shoe about a user's heel as well as forefoot. 1. A rapid-entry shoe comprising:a sole having an upper surface configured to support a user's foot;a rear portion comprised of a flexible upper material and configured to secure the user's foot in the rapid-entry shoe on the upper surface of the sole; anda deformable element extending around the rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe, a rearmost portion of the deformable element comprising a securement piece;wherein the flexible upper material comprises a rear topline portion directly coupled to the deformable element at the securement piece; andwherein the deformable element is configured to have a native position in which the deformable element holds the rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe in a closed position securing the user's foot in the rapid-entry shoe and wherein the deformable element may be deformed by an opening force to open the rapid-entry shoe to permit rapid entry of the user's foot into the rapid-entry shoe.2. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein the flexible upper material is exclusively coupled to the deformable element at the securement piece via the rear topline portion such that opposing side sections of the deformable element are independently moveable relative to the flexible upper material.3. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 2 , wherein splits between the flexible upper material and the deformable element are configured to widen in response to heel compression without drawing lateral and medial rear quarters of the rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe inward.4. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein the securement piece of the deformable element comprises a heel piece.5. The ...

Low NOx Burner with Low Pressure Drop

A burner includes a cylindrical tube that terminates in a burner discharge end. An annular disk, affixed to the discharge end, defines a hole. An oxidizer intake delivers oxidizer into the tube. A fuel nozzle delivers fuel into the tube. A cylindrical slotted member has an interrupted outer surface and is disposed within a portion of the tube. The slotted member is affixed to the annular disk and defines an interior void that opens to the hole. The tube and the slotted member define an annular passage therebetween. Elongated slots pass through the outer surface of the slotted member, each directed along a different non-diametrical chord of the slotted member. The elongated slots direct a gaseous stream into the interior void so as to impart both an inwardly-directed radial velocity component and a tangential velocity component to the gaseous stream. 1. A burner for burning a fuel and an oxidizer in a gaseous stream , comprising:(a) a tube, having an inner dimension, configured to allow passage therethrough of the gaseous stream, a selected end of the tube terminating in a burner discharge end;(b) a disk affixed to the burner discharge end of the tube, the disk defining a hole therethrough;(c) an oxidizer intake configured to deliver the oxidizer into the tube;(d) a fuel nozzle configured to deliver the fuel into the tube; and(e) a slotted member, having an interrupted outer surface having an outer dimension and a length, the interrupted outer surface spaced apart from the fuel nozzle, the slotted member disposed within a portion of the tube and affixed to the disk, the slotted member terminating in a back wall, the interrupted outer surface and the back wall defining an interior void therein that opens to the hole defined by the disk, the outer dimension being less than the inner dimension of the tube thereby defining an passage therebetween, a plurality of elongated slots defined through the outer surface of the slotted member along at least a portion of the length ...

Apertured Fibrous Structures and Methods for Making Same

Apertured fibrous structures and more particularly apertured fibrous structures containing one or more fibrous elements, for example filaments, containing one or more fibrous element-forming materials and one or more active agents that are releasable from the fibrous element when exposed to conditions of intended use, and methods for making same. 1. A fibrous structure comprising a plurality of filaments wherein at least one of the filaments comprises one or more filament-forming materials and one or more active agents that are releasable from the filament when exposed to conditions of intended use , the fibrous structure further comprises one or more apertures such that the fibrous structure exhibits two or more of the following properties:a. a Basis Weight Index Ratio of less than 1 as measured according to the Aperture Parameter Test Method;b. a Basis Weight Index Transition Ratio of greater than 1 as measured according to the Aperture Parameter Test Method;c. a Fiber Orientation Index Ratio of greater than 1 as measured according to the Aperture Parameter Test Method;d. an Average Aperture Equivalent Diameter of greater than 0.15 mm as measured according to the Aperture Parameter Test Method;e. an Average Fractional Open Area of from about 0.005% to about 80% as measured according to the Aperture Parameter Test Method; and{'sup': '2', 'f. an Average Aperture Area of greater than 0.02 mmas measured according to the Aperture Parameter Test Method.'}2. The fibrous structure according to wherein the fibrous structure exhibits a Basis Weight Index Transition Ratio of greater than 1 as measured according to the Aperture Parameter Test Method.3. The fibrous structure according to wherein the fibrous structure exhibits a Fiber Orientation Index Ratio of greater than 1 as measured according to the Aperture Parameter Test Method.4. The fibrous structure according to wherein the fibrous structure exhibits an Average Aperture Equivalent Diameter of greater than 0.15 mm as ...

PHYTASE FORMULATION

A liquid enzyme formulation, an enzyme granule formulation, methods for manufacturing enzyme granules using a fluid bed dryer, wherein the enzyme granules are thermostable without the need for a thermostable coating is provided. The enzyme granules are phytase granules used in the manufacturing of an animal feed, wherein the phytase granule is thermostable without the need for a thermostable coating and the phytase retains about 63% to about 134% of its activity after pelleting at 80° C. 1. A granulated enzyme formulation comprising:(a) a carrier;(b) a primary solution comprising a phytase, a buffer, a stabilizer, a binding agent, a first plasticizer, an anti-microbial, or any combination thereof; and(c) a secondary solution comprising an enhancer, a second plasticizer, or any combination thereof.2. The granulated enzyme formulation of claim 1 , wherein the carrier is selected from the group consisting of:(a) a flour;(b) a wheat flour;(c) a bleached flour(d) a wheat flour and a maltodextrin;(e) a wheat flour and a pre-gelatinized starch; and(f) a starch.3. The granulated enzyme formulation of claim 1 , wherein the buffer is a sodium citrate.4. The granulated enzyme formulation of claim 1 , wherein the stabilizer is selected from the group consisting of: a sucrose claim 1 , a sorbitol claim 1 , a mannitol claim 1 , a glycerol claim 1 , a trehalose claim 1 , a sodium chloride claim 1 , a sodium sulphtate claim 1 , kaolin claim 1 , aluminum silicate claim 1 , magnesium silicate claim 1 , and any combination thereof.5. The granulated enzyme formulation of claim 1 , wherein the binding agent is selected from the group consisting of: a guar gum claim 1 , a xanthan claim 1 , a sodium algenate claim 1 , a locust bean gum claim 1 , a carrageenan gum claim 1 , a pre-gelatinized modified starch claim 1 , a maltodextrin claim 1 , gelatin claim 1 , a methyl celluloase claim 1 , a hydroxypropyl cellulose claim 1 , a hydroxypropyl methyl celluloase claim 1 , a carboxymethyl ...

CONTROLLED BREAK ENZYME FORMULATIONS

The present disclosure relates to enzyme formulations and methods of using the enzyme formulations to reduce the viscosity of fluids used in hydrocarbon recovery. Some embodiments provide particles for well treatment, where the particles comprise an acidifier carrier and an enzyme co-encapsulated within a shell. The particles can, for example, allow a delayed or controlled release of the enzyme in a high temperature, high pressure environment. 1. A well treatment composition comprising: a viscosifier; and', 'a solvent., 'a plurality of particles, wherein the particle comprises an enzyme-containing core having an acidifying agent and an enzyme; and a shell configured to at least partially encapsulate the enzyme-containing core;'}2. The well treatment composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises a cross-linking agent.3. The well treatment composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition is configured to reduce the pH of a cross-linked well treatment fluid below a threshold pH value at and above which the fluid can reheal.4. The well treatment composition of claim 3 , wherein the well treatment fluid is a fracturing fluid claim 3 , a gravel packing fluid claim 3 , a completion fluid claim 3 , a workover fluid claim 3 , a drilling fluid claim 3 , or any combination thereof.5. The well treatment composition of claim 3 , wherein the threshold pH value is 9.5.6. The well treatment composition of claim 1 , wherein the acidifying agent is granular ammonium sulfate; and the shell at least partially encapsulating the enzyme-containing core allows controlled release of the enzyme from the particle.7. The well treatment composition of claim 1 , wherein the enzyme is present on the outer surface of the enzyme-containing core; or is dispersed within the enzyme-containing core; or is dispersed within the enzyme containing core and present on the outer surface of the enzyme containing core.8. The well treatment composition of claim 1 , wherein the enzyme ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTION

Apparatus and methods for regulated voltage distribution are disclosed. Distribution elements can pass a regulated voltage provided by a single voltage regulator to thereby distribute the regulated voltage. A distribution element of the distribution elements can be included in a feedback path that provides a feedback signal to an input of the voltage regulator. The voltage regulator can be a low dropout voltage regulator, for example. The regulated voltage can be used in a variety of applications, for example, as a bias voltage for a power amplifier. 1. (canceled)2. An electronic system with voltage distribution , the electronic system comprising:a low dropout voltage regulator including an error amplifier and a pass transistor electrically connected to an output of the error amplifier, the pass transistor configured to provide a regulated voltage; anda voltage distribution circuit configured to receive the regulated voltage from the pass transistor, the voltage distribution circuit including a first distribution element and a second distribution element, the first distribution element configured to pass the regulated voltage in a first mode, the first distribution element being included in a feedback loop to an input of the low voltage dropout regulator in the first mode, and the second distribution element configured to pass the regulated voltage in a second mode.3. The electronic system of further comprising a first power amplifier and a second power amplifier claim 2 , the first power amplifier electrically connected to the first distribution element claim 2 , and the second power amplifier electrically connected to the second distribution element.4. The electronic system of further comprising a variable voltage control element configured to receive the regulated voltage from the first distribution element and to generate a variable regulated voltage by varying the regulated voltage responsive to a control signal.5. The electronic system of wherein the feedback ...

RAPID-ENTRY SHOE

A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe. The moveable elements may include flexible elements, elements having constructed to have a memory of a native position, magnetic elements, and/or elastic elements 1. A rapid-entry shoe comprising:a sole support, the sole support comprising an insole having an upper surface configured to support a foot of a user;an upper coupled to the sole support, the upper defining an opening adapted to receive entry of the foot, the upper comprising a tongue or vamp portion configured to close over the foot of the user; anda connecting band extending between a rear portion of the insole and the tongue or vamp portion;wherein the connecting band is configured to cause the tongue or vamp portion to move approximately in concert with the rear portion of the insole in response to the shoe transitioning between an open position and a closed position.2. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein in the open position the rear portion of the insole extends upward significantly above its position when the shoe is in the closed position.3. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 2 , wherein in response to the user inserting the foot into the opening and pressing down on the insole claim 2 , the shoe transitions from the open position to the closed position as the rear portion of the insole moves downward while simultaneously the connecting band causes the tongue or vamp portion to close over the foot of the user.4. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 3 , wherein the shoe is biased to the open position.5. A rapid-entry shoe comprising:a sole support, the sole ...

Foaming Fibrous Structures Comprising Particles and Methods for Making Same

Foaming fibrous structures containing one or more particles, foaming fibrous structure products made therefrom, and methods for making same are provided. 1. A foaming fibrous structure product comprising a foaming fibrous structure comprising a plurality of fibrous elements wherein at least one of the fibrous elements comprises one or more filament-forming materials selected from the group consisting of polyvinyl alcohols , and mixtures thereof , and one or more active agents present within the at least one fibrous element and selected from the group consisting of surfactants , and mixtures thereof , wherein at least one of the surfactants comprises a zwitterionic surfactant , and wherein the foaming fibrous structure comprises one or more water-soluble active agent-containing particles comprising an effervescent agent such that when the foaming fibrous structure product is exposed to conditions of intended use a foam is generated.2. The foaming fibrous structure product according to wherein one or more of the fibrous elements are water-soluble.3. The foaming fibrous structure product according to wherein the surfactants comprise at least one anionic surfactant.4. The foaming fibrous structure product according to wherein the filament-forming material comprises two different polyvinyl alcohols.5. The foaming fibrous structure product according to wherein the at least one fibrous element further comprises a chelating agent.6. The foaming fibrous structure product according to wherein the at least one fibrous element comprises an effervescent activator.7. The foaming fibrous structure product according to wherein the effervescent agent comprises a bicarbonate.8. The foaming fibrous structure product according to wherein the one or more water-soluble particles further comprises a surfactant.9. The foaming fibrous structure product according to wherein the water-soluble particles exhibit a D50 particle size of from about 100 μm to about 5000 μm as measured according to ...

CONTROLLED BREAK ENZYME FORMULATIONS

The present disclosure relates to enzyme formulations and methods of using the enzyme formulations to reduce the viscosity of fluids used in hydrocarbon recovery. Some embodiments provide particles for well treatment, where the particles comprise an acidifier carrier and an enzyme co-encapsulated within a shell. The particles can, for example, allow a delayed or controlled release of the enzyme in a high temperature, high pressure environment. 1. A particle for well treatment , comprisingan enzyme-containing core, wherein the enzyme-containing core comprises an acidifying agent and an enzyme; anda shell configured to at least partially encapsulate the enzyme-containing core.2. The particle of claim 1 , wherein the shell allows controlled release of the enzyme from the particle.3. The particle of or claim 1 , wherein the acidifying agent is in the form of solid particle and the acidifying agent serves as a carrier for the enzyme.4. The particle of any one of - claim 1 , wherein the enzyme is present on the outer surface of the enzyme-containing core.5. The particle of any one of - claim 1 , wherein the enzyme is dispersed within the enzyme-containing core.6. The particles of any one of - claim 1 , wherein the enzyme is dispersed within the enzyme-containing core and present on the outer surface of the enzyme-containing core.7. The particle of any one of - claim 1 , wherein the enzyme-containing core comprises a binding agent.8. The particle of claim 7 , wherein the binding agent comprises polyvinylpyrrolidone claim 7 , polyvinyl alcohol claim 7 , alginate claim 7 , polyethylene glycol claim 7 , wax claim 7 , xanthan gum claim 7 , polyvinyl acetate claim 7 , carrageenans claim 7 , starch claim 7 , maltodextrin claim 7 , hydroxypropyl cellulose claim 7 , hydroxypropyl methylcellulose claim 7 , methylcellulose claim 7 , carboxymethyl cellulose claim 7 , styrene acrylic dispersions claim 7 , or any combination thereof.9. The particle of any one of - claim 7 , wherein the ...

RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR WITH REBOUNDING FIT SYSTEM

A rapid-entry and rebounding fit shoe having one or both of a rapid-entry heel element and a rapid-entry tongue element and both snap back for fit. The rapid-entry shoe directs a user's foot into or otherwise accommodates a user's foot with respect to, a shoe opening, and thereafter secures a rear portion of rapid-entry shoe about a user's heel as well as forefoot. 1. A rapid-entry shoe comprising:a first anchor and a second anchor, each disposed beneath a footbed of the rapid-entry shoe, wherein the first anchor is disposed on a medial side of the rapid-entry shoe and the second anchor is disposed on a lateral side of the rapid-entry shoe; anda deformable element extending continuously from beneath the footbed of the rapid-entry shoe, about a rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe, and between the first anchor and the second anchor;wherein a first end of the deformable element is coupled to the first anchor and a second end of the deformable element is coupled to the second anchor; andwherein the shoe comprises a collapsed configuration and an uncollapsed configuration, wherein in the collapsed configuration the deformable element is in a compressed state, and wherein in the uncollapsed configuration the deformable element is in a partially compressed state.2. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein in the collapsed state claim 1 , the deformable element comprises a first radius of curvature claim 1 , and wherein in the uncollapsed state claim 1 , the deformable element comprises a second radius of curvature.3. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 2 , wherein the first radius of curvature is about 30% to about 60% smaller than the second radius of curvature.4. A rapid-entry shoe comprising:a first anchor and a second anchor, wherein the first anchor is disposed on a medial side of the rapid-entry shoe and the second anchor is disposed on a lateral side of the rapid-entry shoe; anda deformable element extending continuously from beneath a footbed of the rapid-entry shoe, ...

Active Agent-Containing Articles that Exhibit Consumer Acceptable Article In-Use Properties

Active agent-containing articles, for example fibrous structures, that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties, such as article peel strength, flexibility, and/or dissolvability, and methods for making same are provided. 1. An article comprising one or more fibrous elements wherein at least one of the fibrous elements comprises one or more filament-forming materials and one or more active agents releasable from the fibrous elements , wherein the article exhibits an Average Inter-Ply Peak Peel Force of greater than 0.03 N as measured according to the Inter-Ply , Intra-Ply , and Whole 180° Peel Test Method.2. The article according to wherein the article exhibits an Average Inter-Ply Average Peel Force of greater than 0.04 N as measured according to the Inter-Ply claim 1 , Intra-Ply claim 1 , and Whole 180° Peel Test Method.3. The article according to wherein the article exhibits an Average Maximum Peak Force of less than 20.00 N as measured according to the Modified Circular Bend Test Method.4. The article according to wherein the article exhibits an Average Bending Stiffness of less than 2500.0 N/m as measured according to the Modified Circular Bend Test Method.5. The article according to wherein the article is a dissolvable article.6. The article according to wherein the article comprises a fibrous structure.7. The article according to wherein at least one of the fibrous elements comprises a filament.8. The article according to wherein the article comprises two or more fibrous structure plies in the form of a multi-ply article.9. The article according to wherein the multi-ply article exhibits an Average Lap Shear Peak Force of greater than 0.05 N as measured according to the Lap Shear Test Method.10. The article according to wherein the article exhibits a basis weight of greater than 10 g/mto about 5000 g/mas measured according to the Basis Weight Test Method.11. The article according to wherein the article further comprises one or more particles.12. ...

Active Agent-Containing Articles that Exhibit Consumer Acceptable Article In-Use Properties

Active agent-containing articles, for example fibrous structures, that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties, such as article peel strength, flexibility, article dimensions, and/or dissolvability, and methods for making same are provided. 1. An article comprising one or more fibrous elements wherein at least one of the fibrous elements comprises one or more filament-forming materials and one or more active agents releasable from the fibrous elements;wherein the article exhibits an Average Inter-Ply Peak Peel Force of greater than 0.03 N as measured according to the Inter-Ply, Intra-Ply, and Whole 180° Peel Test Method; a width from about 1 cm to about 11 cm;', 'a length from about 1 cm to about 20 cm;', 'a height from about 0.01 mm to about 50 mm;', 'a mass from about 0.25 g to about 50 g;', 'a volume from about 0.25 cc to about 60 cc; and', 'a density from about 0.05 g/cc to about 0.8 g/cc., 'wherein the article has one or more of2. The article according to wherein the one or more active agents comprises one or more effervescent agents.3. The article according to wherein the article comprises two or more fibrous structure plies in the form of a multi-ply article.4. The article according to wherein the article further comprises one or more particles.5. The article according to comprising about 30% or more of one or more active agents.6. The article according to wherein the article exhibits an average disintegration time of less than 360 seconds as measured according to the Dissolution Test Method.7. The article according to wherein the article exhibits an average dissolution time of less than 3600 seconds as measured according to the Dissolution Test Method.8. The article according to wherein the article exhibits Average Hand Dissolution Value of less than 29 dissolution strokes as measured according to the Hand Dissolution Test Method.9. An article comprising one or more fibrous elements wherein at least one of the fibrous elements comprises one or ...

Active Agent-Containing Articles and Product-Shipping Assemblies for Containing the Same

Active agent-containing articles, for example fibrous structures, that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties, such as flexibility, article dimensions, and/or dissolvability, and product-shipping assemblies for containing the same are provided. 1. An article comprising one or more fibrous elements wherein at least one of the fibrous elements comprises one or more filament-forming materials , and one or more active agents releasable from the one or more fibrous elements; a width from about 1 cm to about 11 cm;', 'a length from about 1 cm to about 20 cm;', 'a height from about 0.01 mm to about 50 mm; and', 'a density from about 0.05 g/cc to about 0.8 g/cc., 'wherein the article has2. The article according to claim 1 , wherein the article further has one or more of:a mass from about 0.25 g to about 50 g; anda volume from about 0.25 cc to about 60 cc.3. The article according to claim 1 , wherein the article has a width from about 2 cm to about 10 cm.4. The article according to claim 1 , wherein the article has a length from about 2 cm to about 18 cm.5. The article according to claim 1 , wherein the article has a height from about 0.1 mm to about 50 mm.6. The article according to claim 2 , wherein the article has a mass from about 0.25 g to about 40 g.7. The article according to claim 2 , wherein the article has a volume from about 0.5 cc to about 50 cc.8. The article according to claim 1 , wherein the article has a density from about 0.08 g/cc to about 0.8 g/cc.9. The article according to claim 1 , wherein the article has:a width from about 3 cm to about 5 cm;a length from about 5 cm to about 6 cm; anda height from about 1 mm to about 5 mm.10. The article according to claim 1 , wherein the article has:a mass from about 0.25 g to about 50 g; anda volume from about 0.25 cc to about 60 cc.11. The article according to claim 1 , wherein the article comprises an overwrap.12. The article according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more active agents comprises one ...

RAPID-ENTRY SHOE

A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe. The moveable elements may include flexible elements, elements having constructed to have a memory of a native position, magnetic elements, and/or elastic elements 1. A rapid-entry shoe comprising:a sole support having an upper surface configured to support a user's foot;an upper coupled to the sole support, the upper defining an opening adapted to receive entry of the user's foot; anda rear portion of the upper configured to secure a heel of the user's foot;wherein the rear portion comprises a deformable element, the deformable element extending around the heel of the user's foot and forming a first torsion spring and a second torsion spring;wherein each of the first torsion spring and the second torsion spring is dispersed around a periphery of the sole support;wherein the deformable element is configured to have a native position in which the deformable element holds the rear portion in a closed position securing the heel of the user's foot; andwherein the deformable element is configured to be deformed by an opening force to expand the opening to permit rapid entry of the user's foot.2. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein the deformable element extends continuously around the heel of the user's foot.3. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein the deformable element extends into an inner layer of the sole support.4. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein each of the first torsion spring and the second torsion spring is dispersed below the upper surface.5. The rapid-entry shoe of claim 1 , wherein each of ...

PROCESS OF MAKING A MULTI-PLY FIBROUS WATER SOLUBLE PRODUCT

A process for manufacturing a water soluble product including the steps of: providing a water soluble fibrous first ply; providing a water soluble fibrous second ply formed on a surface other than the first ply, wherein the second ply is separate from the first ply; superposing the first ply and the second ply; and joining a first portion of the first ply to a second portion of the second ply to form the water soluble product. 1. A process for manufacturing a water soluble product comprising the steps of:providing a water soluble fibrous first ply;providing a water soluble fibrous second ply formed on a surface other than said first ply,wherein said second ply is separate from said first ply;superposing said first ply and said second ply; andjoining a first portion of said first ply to a second portion of said second ply to form said water soluble product.2. The process according to further comprising the steps of:providing said first ply as part of a first continuous ply web;providing said second ply as part of a second continuous ply web; andcutting said first continuous ply web and second continuous ply web after the step of superposing said first ply and said second ply to form said water soluble product.3. The process according to claim 2 , further comprising the step of cutting in a machine direction said second continuous ply web from said first continuous ply web.4. The process according to claim 1 , wherein said first ply has a first ply belt side and a first ply air side opposite said first ply belt side;wherein said second ply has a second ply belt side and a second ply air side opposite said second ply belt side; andwherein said process further comprises a step of positioning said first ply belt side and said second ply belt side to face away from one another prior to joining said first ply and said second ply.5. The process according to further comprising the steps of:providing said first ply with a first plurality of water soluble first particles; ...

Process for Making an Article of Manufacture

A process, for example a continuous process, for making an article of manufacture containing a fibrous structure and more particularly a process for making an article of manufacture containing a fibrous structure, such as a soluble fibrous structure, containing soluble filaments is provided. 1. A process for making a fibrous structure , the process comprising the steps of:a. providing one or more soluble filament-forming materials;b. forming an aqueous composition comprising the one or more soluble filament-forming materials;c. processing the aqueous composition to produce a filament-forming composition;d. delivering the filament-forming composition to one or more dies;e. spinning the filament-forming composition to form a plurality of soluble filaments; andf. collecting the soluble filaments on a collection device to form a fibrous structure.2. The process according to wherein at least one of the one or more soluble filament-forming materials comprises a hydroxyl polymer.3. The process according to wherein the hydroxyl polymer comprises polyvinyl alcohol.4. The process according to wherein at least one of the one or more filament-forming materials is in the form of pellets.5. The process according to wherein at least about 30% by weight of water is added to the one or more filament-forming materials in step b.6. The process according to wherein the step of processing the aqueous composition occurs within an extruder.7. The process according to wherein the aqueous composition present in the extruder exhibits a % solids of from about 20% to about 95%.8. The process according to wherein the filament-forming composition exits the extruder at an exit pressure of from about 10 to about 80 bar.9. The process according to wherein the extruder subjects the filament-forming composition to a temperature of at least 49° C.10. The process according to wherein the filament-forming composition exits the extruder on a solids throughput basis of from about 0.10 to about 0.50 kW-h/ ...

Process for Making an Article of Manufacture

A process, for example a continuous process, for making an article of manufacture containing a fibrous structure, for example a composite structure, and more particularly to a process for making an article of manufacture containing a fibrous structure, such as a soluble fibrous structure, containing soluble filaments is provided. 1. A process for coforming a plurality of soluble filaments and a plurality of solid additives , the process comprising the steps of:a. spinning a plurality of soluble filaments from one or more dies;b. commingling the plurality of soluble filaments with a plurality of solid additives; andc. collecting the commingled soluble filaments and solid additives in a formation zone on a collection device to form a composite structure.2. The process according to wherein the step of spinning further comprises the step of providing a filament-forming composition comprising one or more filament-forming materials to the one or more dies.3. The process according to wherein the step of commingling comprises introducing the solid additives into the plurality of soluble filaments between at least one of the dies and the collection device.4. The process according to wherein the soluble filaments comprise filament forming material which is a polymer.5. The process according to wherein the polymer comprises polyvinyl alcohol.6. The process according to wherein at least one of the soluble filaments comprises one or more active agents present within the filament.7. The process according to wherein at least one of the one or more active agents comprises a surfactant.8. The process according to wherein the solid additives comprise particles.9. The process according to wherein the particles comprise water-soluble particles.10. The process according to wherein the particles comprise water-insoluble particles.11. The process according to wherein at least one of the particles is an agglomerate.12. The process according to wherein the particles exhibit a D50 particle ...

PROCESS OF MAKING A MULTI-PLY FIBROUS WATER SOLUBLE PRODUCT

A process for manufacturing a water soluble product including the steps of: providing a water soluble fibrous parent continuous ply web, the parent continuous ply web extending in the cross direction between an operator edge and drive edge; cutting the parent continuous ply web in the machine direction to provide a first continuous ply web that includes the drive edge and a second continuous ply web that includes the operator edge; superposing the first continuous ply web and the second continuous ply web to form a web stack so that the operator edge and the drive edge are on opposite sides of a centerline of the web stack in the machine direction; and cutting and joining portions of the web stack to form the water soluble product. 1. A process for manufacturing a water soluble product comprising the steps of:providing a water soluble fibrous parent continuous ply web, said parent continuous ply web having a machine direction and cross direction orthogonal to said machine direction and a thickness in a direction orthogonal to a plane defined by said machine direction and said cross direction, wherein said parent continuous ply web extends in said cross direction between an operator edge and drive edge wherein said parent continuous ply web is thicker between said operator edge and said drive edge than at said drive edge and said operator edge;cutting said parent continuous ply web in said machine direction to provide a first continuous ply web that includes said drive edge and a second continuous ply web that includes said operator edge;superposing said first continuous ply web and said second continuous ply web to form a web stack so that said operator edge and said drive edge are on opposite sides of a centerline of said web stack in said machine direction; andcutting and joining portions of said web stack to form said water soluble product.2. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the step of joining portions of said web stack is done before or after cutting ...

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING A VARIABLE REGULATED VOLTAGE

Apparatus and methods for providing variable regulated voltages are disclosed. Variable voltage control elements can adjust a regulated voltage provided by a single voltage regulator, thereby providing a variable regulated voltage. The regulated voltage can be used in a variety of applications, for example, as a bias voltage for a power amplifier. 1. An apparatus comprising:a low dropout regulator configured to receive a reference voltage and to generate a regulated voltage based at least in part on a comparison of the reference voltage with a feedback signal generated based on the regulated voltage; anda variable voltage distribution circuit in communication with an output of the low dropout regulator, the variable voltage distribution circuit including variable voltage control elements configured to generate at least first and second variable regulated voltages by selectively varying the regulated voltage such that the first variable regulated voltage is provided to bias an input of a power amplifier stage at a first voltage level in a first power mode and the second variable regulated voltage is provided to bias an input of a different power amplifier stage at a second voltage level in a second power mode, and the first voltage level being different than the second voltage level, the variable voltage distribution circuit including distribution elements included in a feedback loop in which the feedback signal is generated, the distribution elements configured to selectively pass the regulated voltage to a first of the variable voltage control elements during the first power mode and to selectively pass the regulated voltage to a second of the variable voltage control elements during the second power mode.2. The apparatus of wherein the variable voltage control elements include a field effect transistor in parallel with a resistor.3. The apparatus of wherein the variable voltage control elements include a field effect transistor configured as a variable resistor.4. ...

Ultra Low NOx Burner Using Distributed Direct Fuel Injection

A burner box includes a housing, a fuel tube and a porous heat dissipating surface. The housing is bounded by a sidewall and has a top and an opposite bottom that are each open so that the sidewall defines an open passage that allows unimpeded vertical airflow. The fuel tube extends into the passage and defines a plurality of spaced apart orifices that distribute fuel into the open passage. The fuel tube is at a distance from the top of the housing so that substantially all of the fuel is entrained by the combustion air before the fuel reaches the top. The heat dissipating surface is disposed across the top of the housing and supports a flame. The heat dissipating surface includes enough open area so that the fuel/air mixture passes through the porous heat dissipating surface unimpeded. The heat dissipating surface dissipates heat from the flame and prevents flashback. 1. A burner box , comprising:(a) a housing bounded by at least one sidewall, the housing having a top and an opposite bottom, the top and the bottom each open so that the sidewall defines an open passage that is configured to allow substantially unimpeded vertical convective airflow upwardly from the bottom so that 100% of all combustion air flows upwardly from the open bottom; and(b) a fuel tube extending into the passage defined by housing, the fuel tube having an inner cavity that is confined by a tube wall and that is in fluid communication with a fuel connection port outside of the housing, the tube wall defining a plurality of spaced apart orifices passing therethrough that are configured to distribute fuel received through the fuel connection into the open passage defined by the sidewall of the housing, the fuel tube disposed at a distance from the top of the housing so that substantially all of the fuel distributed from the fuel tube is entrained by the combustion air before the fuel reaches the top of the housing, thereby forming a substantially homogenous fuel/air mixture; and(c) a porous ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR VARIABLE VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTION

Apparatus and methods for providing variable regulated voltages are disclosed. Variable voltage control elements can adjust a regulated voltage provided by a single voltage regulator, thereby providing a variable regulated voltage. The regulated voltage can be used in a variety of applications, for example, as a bias voltage for a power amplifier. 1. (canceled)2. An electronic system with variable voltage distribution , the electronic system comprising:a voltage regulator configured to generate a regulated voltage; anda variable voltage distribution circuit in communication with the voltage regulator, the variable voltage distribution circuit including a first variable voltage control element, a second variable voltage control element, and distribution elements configured to selectively pass the regulated voltage to the first variable voltage control element such that the first variable voltage control element receives the regulated voltage in a first mode, and to selectively pass the regulated voltage to the second variable voltage control element such that the second variable voltage control element receives the regulated voltage in a second mode.3. The electronic system of wherein one or more of the distribution elements are included in a feedback loop configured to provide a feedback signal to the voltage regulator.4. The electronic system of wherein the voltage regulator is configured to generate the regulated voltage based on a comparison of the feedback signal with a reference voltage.5. The electronic system of wherein the voltage regulator includes a low dropout regulator.6. The electronic system of wherein the first mode is a first power mode and the second mode is a second power mode.7. The electronic system of wherein the first variable voltage control element includes a field effect transistor.8. The electronic system of further comprising a power amplifier including a first stage and a second stage claim 2 , the first stage being electrically connected ...

COMPOSITIONS IN THE FORM OF DISSOLVABLE SOLID STRUCTURES

Described are effervescent dissolvable solid structures having fibers formed from a composition comprising surfactant and water soluble polymeric structurant, having a total dissolvable solid structure density of from about 0.100 g/cmto about 0.380 g/cm, having a surfactant dose of from about 0.5 to about 2.0 g, and a surfactant density of from about 0.1 g/cmto about 0.3 g/cm. Also described are processes for manufacturing the Dissolvable Solid Structure. 1. A dissolvable solid structure comprising fibers wherein the fibers are formed from a composition comprising:a. from about 10% to about 75% of a surfactant;b. from about 10% to about 70% water soluble polymeric structurant;{'sup': 3', '3', '2', '2, 'wherein the dissolvable solid structure comprises a detersive surfactant from about 0.5 g to about 4.0 g, has a detersive surfactant density from about 0.1 to about 0.3 g/cm; the bulk density of the dissolvable solid structure is from about 0.100 to about 0.380 g/cm, the dissolvable solid structure weight is from about 1.0 g to about 4.0 g, and wherein the footprint of the dissolvable solid structure is from about 1 cmto about 50 cm.'}2. The dissolvable solid structure of claim 1 , having a dissolution of less than 25 strokes.3. The dissolvable solid structure of claim 2 , wherein the dissolvable solid structure contains detersive surfactant from about 0.8 g to about 2 g.4. The dissolvable solid structure of claim 3 , wherein the dissolvable solid structure contains detersive surfactant from about 0.9 g to about 1.5 g.5. The dissolvable solid structure of claim 4 , wherein the dissolvable solid structure contains detersive surfactant from about 1.0 g to about 1.4 g.6. The dissolvable solid structure of claim 1 , wherein the dissolvable solid structure has a detersive surfactant density from about 0.1 g/cmto about 0.3 g/cm.7. The dissolvable solid structure of claim 6 , wherein the dissolvable solid structure has a detersive surfactant density from about 0.12 g/cmto ...

Compositions in the form of dissolvable solid structures comprising effervescent agglomerated particles

Described are effervescent dissolvable solid structures comprising effervescent agglomerated particles which enhance the consumer experience and can improve dissolution of the structure. Also described are processes for the Dissolvable Solid Structure comprising effervescent agglomerated particles. Also described are methods for making the effervescent agglomerated particle.

Rapid-entry footwear with rebounding fit system

A rapid-entry and rebounding fit shoe having one or both of a rapid-entry heel element and a rapid-entry tongue element and both snap back for fit. The rapid-entry shoe directs a user's foot into or otherwise accommodates a user's foot with respect to, a shoe opening, and thereafter secures a rear portion of rapid-entry shoe about a user's heel as well as forefoot.

RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR WITH REBOUNDING FIT SYSTEM

A rapid-entry and rebounding fit shoe having one or both of a rapid-entry heel element and a rapid-entry tongue element and both snap back for fit. The rapid-entry shoe directs a user's foot into or otherwise accommodates a user's foot with respect to, a shoe opening, and thereafter secures a rear portion of rapid-entry shoe about a user's heel as well as forefoot. 1a base; anda deformable element coupled to the base, wherein the deformable element is embedded within or extends along a rear portion of the rapid-entry shoe, wherein the deformable element has a collapsed configuration and an uncollapsed configuration, wherein in the collapsed configuration the deformable element is in a compressed state and bends downward and in the uncollapsed configuration the deformable element is oriented upwards and is in a reduced compressed state, an uncompressed state, or a partially bent state.. A rapid-entry shoe comprising: This application is a continuation of, claims priority to and the benefit of U.S. Ser. No. 15/493,582 filed Apr. 21, 2017 and entitled RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR WITH REBOUNDING FIT SYSTEM. The '582 application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/368,497, filed Jul. 29, 2016 entitled “RAPID-ENTRY FOOTWEAR WITH REBOUNDING FIT SYSTEM,” and U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/326,650, filed Apr. 22, 2016 entitled “RAPID-ENTRY SHOE.” All of the aforementioned applications are incorporated herein by reference in their entireties.The present disclosure relates to footwear, and more particularly to rapid-entry footwear with rebounding fit system.Shoes come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, functionalities, and purposes. While it is relatively easy to remove many types of shoes, it may not be so simple to put all such shoes back on again. Instead, many shoes require several steps to put the shoes on, including lacing and tying the shoes, using other fasteners, or the like, and such steps may include loosening and/or untying shoes ...

RAPID-ENTRY SHOE

A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe. The moveable elements may include flexible elements, elements having constructed to have a memory of a native position, magnetic elements, and/or elastic elements. 1a sole-supporting element configured to support a sole of a user's foot; anda deformable element attached to the sole-supporting element at a plurality of attachment points, wherein the deformable element is configured to have a native position in which the deformable element holds a portion of the shoe in a closed position and wherein the deformable element may be deformed by an opening force to open the shoe to permit rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe.. A rapid-entry shoe comprising: This application is a continuation of, claims priority to and the benefit of U.S. Ser. No. 13/509,780 filed May 14, 2012 and entitled RAPID-ENTRY SHOE. The '780 is a U.S. national phase filing under 35 U.S.C. §371 of PCT/US2010/056608 filed Nov. 12, 2010 and entitled RAPID-ENTRY SHOE. PCT/US2010/056608 claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/260,621 filed Nov. 12, 2009 and entitled RAPID ENTRY SHOE. All of the aforementioned applications are incorporated herein by reference in their entireties.The present invention relates to shoes, and more particularly to shoes providing features to enhance rapid entry of a user's foot into the shoes.Shoes come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, functionalities, and purposes.While it is relatively easy to remove many types of shoes, it may not be so simple to put all such shoes back on again. Instead, ...

Apparatus for delivering a fluid, system and methods relating thereto

Apparatus for delivering a fluid, especially for delivering colourants or the like to a premixer stage of plastics forming equipment, for example an injection moulder of extruder is described. The apparatus includes a fluid supply means (200) connected to a reservoir (208) which is arranged to concertina between minimum and maximum volume conditions. The reservoir (208) is connected via pipeline (24) and peristaltic pump (26) to a delivery means which is arranged to deliver the fluid to a desired location. In normal operation, fluid supply means (200) supplies fluid into reservoir (208). When however the fluid supply means (200) is empty, the level of fluid in the reservoir (208) will fall below the level of a capacitance sensor (32) which will sense the presence of air and cause a signal to be output to alert an operator to change fluid supply means (4). The fluid supply means may be changed before the reservoir is empty of fluid and, accordingly, the process may be operated continuously, even during the replacement of a reservoir (4). After replacement of a fluid supply means (4), the reservoir (208) is moved towards its minimum volume, to expel air into the fluid supply means (4), so that the reservoir (208) can be filled with fluid from the reservoir and there is substantially no air in the reservoir to become entrained with fluid as it passes via peristaltic pump (26) to a desired location.

Outlet means of or for a receptacle, assembly and methods

Documen2.-5/10/2012 An outlet means of or for a receptacle, the outlet means including an opening for passage of fluid and a region surrounding the opening (herein referred to as "the surrounding region"), wherein said surrounding region is movable from a first storage position to a second operative position in which it tapers towards said outlet so as to facilitate dispense of fluid from a receptacle which includes said outlet means. -1/7 4-2 FIG. 1 -16 18 10 -4

Compositions in the form of dissolvable solid structures

Described are effervescent dissolvable solid structures having fibers formed from a composition comprising surfactant and water soluble polymeric structurant, having a total dissolvable solid structure density of from about 0.100 g/cm3to about 0.380 g/cm3, having a surfactant dose of from about 0.5 to about 2.0 g, and a surfactant density of from about 0.1 g/cm3 to about 0.3 g/cm3. Also described are processes for manufacturing the Dissolvable Solid Structure.

Amplifying circuit with bypass mode and series isolation switch

An amplifying circuit for receiving a signal in a wireless network includes an amplifier and two switches. The amplifier includes an isolation switch having a gate connected to a control signal for activating the isolation switch transistor in a bypass mode and a source/drain connected to the input for receiving the signal and the other source/drain connected to the gate of an amplifier transistor. The amplifier also includes a bypass transistor having a gate connected to a control signal for activating the bypass transistor in a bypass mode. The bypass switch is connected in parallel with the series combination of the isolation switch and amplifier between the input and output, enabling the received signal to bypass the amplifier. In the bypass mode, the isolation switch prevents RF energy from voltage modulating the gate of the amplifier transistor gate thus reducing undesirable distortion and harmonics from the amplifier.

Active agent-containing articles that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties

Active agent-containing articles, for example fibrous structures, that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties, such as article peel strength, flexibility, and/or dissolvability, and methods for making same are provided.

Active agent-containing articles that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties

Active agent-containing articles, for example fibrous structures, that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties, such as article peel strength, flexibility, article dimensions, and/or dissolvability, and methods for making same are provided.

Active agent-containing articles and product-shipping assemblies for containing the same

Active agent-containing articles, for example fibrous structures, that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties, such as flexibility, article dimensions, and/or dissolvability, and product-shipping assemblies for containing the same are provided.

Active substance-containing articles and product shipping arrangements for enclosing the same

Es werden Wirkstoff enthaltene Gegenstände, zum Beispiel Faserstrukturen, die für Verbraucher annehmbare Gegenstands-Gebrauchseigenschaften aufweisen, wie Flexibilität, Gegenstandsabmessungen und/oder Lösbarkeit, und Produktversandanordnungen zum Einschlieeßen derselben bereitgestellt. There are provided drug-containing articles, for example, fibrous structures having consumer-acceptable article handling properties, such as flexibility, article dimensions, and / or solvability, and product shipping arrangements for enclosing the same.

Active substance-containing articles which have acceptable consumer properties acceptable to the consumer

Wirkstoff enthaltende Gegenstände, zum Beispiel Faserstrukturen, die für den Verbraucher annehmbare gebräuchliche Gegenstandseigenschaften aufweisen, wie Gegenstandsschälfestigkeit, Flexibilität, Gegenstandsabmessungen und/oder Lösbarkeit, und Verfahren zum Herstellen dergleichen werden bereitgestellt. Active substance-containing articles, for example fibrous structures, which have consumer-acceptable physical properties such as article peel strength, flexibility, article dimensions and / or solubility, and methods of making the same are provided.

Active substance-containing articles which have acceptable consumer properties acceptable to the consumer

Wirkstoff enthaltene Gegenstände, zum Beispiel Faserstrukturen, die für Verbraucher annehmbare gebräuchliche Gegenstandseigenschaften aufweisen, wie Gegenstandsschälfestigkeit, Flexibilität und/oder Lösbarkeit, und Verfahren zum Herstellen dergleichen werden bereitgestellt. Active substance-containing articles, for example fibrous structures that have consumer acceptable properties such as article peel strength, flexibility and / or solubility, and methods of making the same are provided.

Active agent-containing articles that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties

Active agent-containing articles, for example fibrous structures, that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties, such as article peel strength, flexibility, article dimensions, and/or dissolvability, and methods for making same are provided.

Active agent-containing articles that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties

Active agent-containing articles, for example fibrous structures, that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties, such as article peel strength, flexibility, and/or dissolvability, and methods for making same are provided.

Compositions in the form of dissolvable solid structures

Described are effervescent dissolvable solid structures having fibers formed from a composition comprising surfactant and water soluble polymeric structurant, having a total dissolvable solid structure density of from about 0.100 g/cm3 to about 0.380 g/cm3, having a surfactant dose of from about 0.5 to about 2.0 g, and a surfactant density of from about 0.1 g/cm3 to about 0.3 g/cm3. Also described are processes for manufacturing the Dissolvable Solid Structure.

Foaming fibrous structures comprising particles and methods for making same

Foaming fibrous structures containing one or more particles, foaming fibrous structure products made therefrom, and methods for making same are provided.

Compositions in the form of dissolvable solid structures comprising effervescent agglomerated particles

Described are effervescent dissolvable solid structures comprising effervescent agglomerated particles which enhance the consumer experience and can improve dissolution of the structure. Also described are processes for the Dissolvable Solid Structure comprising effervescent agglomerated particles. Also described are methods for making the effervescent agglomerated particle.

Treatment of waste water and apparatus therefor

A water treatment apparatus for the treatment of waste water (2), including sewage material, is provided on a marine vessel for example a cruise ship. The apparatus comprises a filter (10) in the form of an submerged flat panel membrane bio-reactor unit or MBR (11) having an average effective pore size of less than 0.1 micron (100 nanometres) and an ionisation unit (12) including electrodes (48, 50), the unit (12) acting as a source of metal ions. The electrodes (48, 50) are formed from an alloy of silver, copper and zinc. In use, waste water (2) flows through the filter (10) and then the ionisation unit (12), so that the waste water is filtered and then infused with metal ions. The concentration of ions in the effluent water is at a concentration effective to disinfect the waste water (2) and provide a residual disinfecting action, the metal ions providing biocidal and/or fungicidal effects. The apparatus may be retro-fitted to a ship by means of a conversion kit.

Protective athletic pads for joint surfaces

A protective pad for a joint surface of a wearer's limb during athletic activity such as skating and skateboarding has a cushioning element and a shielding element mounted thereto. The cushioning element has a body with a first surface to overlie the joint surface and an opposite second surface. The shielding element has a primary wall forming a domed central region surrounded by a peripheral flange engaged upon the second surface of the cushioning body. In the central region, the primary wall defines an outer, obstruction-engaging surface and an inner wall surface. The shielding element also has a plurality of interengaged support wall segments extending from the inner wall surface toward, but spaced from engagement with, the second surface of the cushioning body. The shielding and cushioning elements, in a central region of the cushioning body bounded by the peripheral flange and overlying the joint surface, together define, at rest, a cavity between the support wall segments and the second surface of the cushioning body. The shielding element is relatively more resistant to flexing than the cushioning element, and upon application of a force to the obstruction-engaging surface of the protective pad overlying the joint surface to be protected, the shielding element resists flexing as the cushioning element flexes to permit penetration of the joint surface into the cavity, thus to absorb force and protect the joint surface.

An embossed multi ply paper and process for producing the same

Carrying device for a cartable item providing single to dual-shoulder support transitioning

A carrying device (10) has a first shoulder engagement portion (14) coupled to a second shoulder engagement portion (26) and a handle (74) for transitioning the device from a single to dual shoulder carrying arrangement.

Improvements in or relating to radiation sensitive plates

A radiation sensitive plate comprises a substrate coated with a photopolymerisable composition. The composition comprises a polymerisable compound containing ethylenic unsaturation, a perester photoinitiator and optionally an optical sensitiser. The substrate may be a sheet of grained and anodised aluminium and the plate is useful in the production of lithographic printing plates.

Polyunsaturated diazonium compounds

ABSTRACT IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO POLYUNSATURATED DIAZONIUM COMPOUNDS Polyunsaturated diazonium compounds suitable for use in negative working radiation sensitive compositions are provided. They may be produced by reacting an aromatic diazonium compound of the formula (A-N2+)p - Ar - (R)q - (XH)r with a polyethlenically unsaturated monoisocyanate compound of the general formula where p and q are integers ranging from 1 to 5, r is an integer ranging from 1 to 10; Ar represents a substituted or unsubstituted divalent or polyvalent radical derived from an aromatic or heteroaromatic compound; X represents O, S or a secondary or tertiary amino group; R represents a single bond or a substituted or unsubstituted divalent or other polyvalent radical and may be the same or different when q is greater than 1; A- represents an anion; Z represents the residue of a polyisocyanate OCN-Z-(NCO)n where n is 1 or 2; and Y is the residue of a monohydroxy compound of the formula YOH where Y contains at least two ethylenically unsaturated double bonds.

Photoprecursors with photolabile 2-nitrobenzyl structure, which generate free amines on exposure to UV or visible radiation, & photosensitive imaging systems

Organic photoprecursors of amines are provided for use in photosensitive imaging systems, finding particular application in the preparation of lithographic printing plates. Said photoprecursors generate free amines on exposure to long wavelength UV or visible radiation, have high solubility in organic solvents, and include photolabile 2-nitrobenzyl functional groups. Methods for the synthesis of the photoprecursors are described, and the use of the said photoprecursors for the production of printing plates using both positive working and negative working techniques are discussed. Specially disclosed photoprecursors are of the following structure:- wherein R<SP>1</SP>, R<SP>2</SP> = H or optionally substituted alkyl, aryl or aralkyl; R<SP>4</SP> = H or lower alkyl; and the benzene ring is optionally substituted Two such structures may be linked together by a common R<SP>2</SP> substituent and polymers may be obtained from such linked structures by joining the benzene ring of one "dimer" with that of another, either via a direct bond or a linking group.

A CELLULOSE FIBROSA STRUCTURE OF MULTIPLE LAYERS RECORDED IN RELIEF AND PROCESS TO MANUFACTURE THE SAME

Un producto de papel de múltiples capas grabada en relieve que tiene una configuración de grabado en relieve de rejilla anidada que provee una apariencia acolchada similar a tela, y un proceso para grabar en relieve y unir tal producto de papel de múltiples capas. El producto de papel de múltiples capas comprende una rejilla de celdas compuestas de n filas de elementos de grabados en relieve anidados dentro de una rejilla de celdas en una relación cara a cara compuesta de n 1 filas de elementos de grabados en relieve. El papel tisú de múltiples capas que comprende: una primera capa que tiene n filas grabadas en relieve que forman una rejilla que define una pluralidad de celdas; una segunda capa que tiene n 1 filas grabadas en relieve que forman una rejilla que define una pluralidad de celdas; en donde la primera capa antes mencionada y la segunda capa antes mencionada están unidas en una relación cara a cara de modo que las n filas grabadas en relieve de la primera capa están anidadas dentro de las n 1 filas grabadas en relieve de la segunda capa. Un proceso para grabar en relieve y unir dos capas de papel tisú que comprende los pasos de: proveer un dispositivo de grabar en relieve la primera capa y un dispositivo de grabar en relieve la segunda capa, tanto el dispositivo de grabar en relieve la primera capa antes mencionada como dispositivo de grabar en relieve la segunda capa antes mencionada comprenden un cilindro de presión yuxtapuesto axialmente paralelo al cilindro de aplicar una configuración para formar un dispositivo de pellizco entre los mismos, cada uno de los cilindros antes mencionados tiene un eje con un centro adentro, los ejes antes mencionados de los cilindros antes mencionados definen un plano de carga que conecta los centros de los ejes antes mencionados; cada cilindro de aplicar una configuración antes mencionados comprende una pluralidad de nudillos de grabar en relieve orientados radialmente que sobresalen desde una periferia, en donde los ...

Device for sampling and testing of fluid samples

Perester compounds

IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO PERESTER COMPOUNDS ABSTRACT Perester compounds suitable for causing the polymerization of addition polymerisable compounds on exposure to radiation have the general formulae OR

Active agent-containing articles that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties

Active agent-containing articles, for example fibrous structures, that exhibit consumer acceptable article in-use properties, such as article peel strength, flexibility, and/or dissolvability, and methods for making same are provided.

Light redirecting film having surface nano-nodules

A light redirecting optical device comprises a polymeric film containing a light entry and a light exit surface and bearing on the light exit surface convex macrostructures that have a length, diameter, or other major dimension of at least 25 micrometers, wherein a major portion of the macrostructure surfaces is covered with nano-nodules having an average maximum cord length in a plane perpendicular to the direction of light travel of less than 1200 nm.

RADIATION SENSITIVE PLATE COATED WITH A PHOTOPOLYMERIZABLE COMPOUND, ISSUED FOR LITOGRAPHICAL USE

FOERBAETTRINGAR MED AVSEENDE PAO STRAOLNINGSKAENSLIGA BOTTEN.

Terminal with integral strain relief

A terminal and a method for making a terminal that includes a connector end and a terminal barrel, preferably formed from a sheet of metal. The terminal barrel includes a cylindrical wall having a first section corresponding to a first end and a second section corresponding to a second end. The thickness of the first section is reduced so that it is less than the thickness of the second section and the first section is flared to increase the diameter. The first end is flared after a nylon or plastic insulator is fitted over the terminal barrel. The first end is adapted for receiving an electrical conductor and the second end connects to the connector end.

Rapid-entry footwear with rebounding fit system

A rapid-entry and rebounding fit shoe having one or both of a rapid-entry heel element and a rapid-entry tongue element and both snap back for fit. The rapid-entry shoe directs a user's foot into or otherwise accommodates a user's foot with respect to, a shoe opening, and thereafter secures a rear portion of rapid-entry shoe about a user's heel as well as forefoot.

Load insulator for electrically isolating a lifting device from a load

A load insulator 2, for interposition between a lifting device and a load, comprises a plurality of links 4 connected together to form a chain, and an electrical insulator 8 arranged between a pair of adjacent interlocked links 10, 12 in the form of an insert of insulative material to electrically isolate the links 10, 12 of the pair from each other. Measuring means (24, Fig. 3) for measuring the resistance of the insulator 8 are provided to check the electrical condition of the load insulator, whilst further means allow for recording of electrical strikes and provide a lifetime expiry indicator. <IMAGE>

Memorializing wristband jewelry

A memorialization wristband jewelry includes an elongated semi-flexible metal plate strip having an top surface and a lower surface and a paint material applied in a generally even layer to the top surface of the metal plate strip. A memorialization image is formed in the paint material, the memorialization image being formed by removal of specific selected areas of the paint material from the top surface of the metal plate strip and the metal plate strip is then formed into a generally arcuate shape which approximates the outer circumferential shape of the human wrist whereby the memorialization wristband is wearable on the wrist of a person.

Fluid specimen collecting and testing apparatus

A device is provided for both collecting and testing a fluid specimen. The device includes a specimen container having a collection chamber, an isolation chamber and a test chamber. The collection chamber is in fluid communication with the isolation chamber and sealed from the test chamber. The isolation chamber is also sealed from the test chamber. The fluid specimen is collected in the collection chamber and an aliquot is isolated in the isolation chamber. A fluid releasing element is provided to release fluid from the isolation chamber and establish a flow path to the test chamber while sealing the isolation chamber from the collection chamber. In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, the specimen container may include a tamper evident lid which provides an identification of whether or not the container has been opened which may indicate that the contents of the container have been compromised.

fast entry shoes with return adjustment system

a presente invenção refere-se a um sapato de entrada rápida e ajuste de retorno que possui um ou ambos de um elemento de calcanhar de entrada rápida e um elemento de lingueta de entrada rápida e ambos retrocedem para ajuste. o sapato de entrada rápida direciona o pé de um usuário para, ou de outro modo acomoda o pé de um usuário com relação a, uma abertura do sapato, e em seguida prende uma porção do traseiro do sapato de entrada rápida no calcanhar do usuário bem como o antepé. The present invention relates to a quick entry and return adjustment shoe having one or both of a quick entry heel member and a quick entry lug member and both recede for adjustment. the quick entry shoe directs a user's foot to, or otherwise accommodates a user's foot with respect to, a shoe opening, and then secures a portion of the rear of the quick entry shoe to the user's heel. like the forefoot.

Rapid-entry shoe

A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe. The moveable elements may include flexible elements, elements having constructed to have a memory of a native position, magnetic elements, and/or elastic elements

Phytase formulation

A liquid enzyme formulation, an enzyme granule formulation, methods for manufacturing enzyme granules using a fluid bed dryer, wherein the enzyme granules are thermostable without the need for a thermostable coating is provided. The enzyme granules are phytase granules used in the manufacturing of an animal feed, wherein the phytase granule is thermostable without the need for a thermostable coating and the phytase retains about 63% to about 134% of its activity after pelleting at 80°C.

An embossed multi ply paper and process for producing the same

An embossed multiple ply paper product having a nested latticework embossment pattern providing a cloth-like, quilted appearance and a process for embossing and bonding such multiple ply paper product. The multiple ply paper product comprises a latticework of cells composed of n rows of embossment elements nested within an interfacing latticework of cells composed of n+1 rows of embossment elements.

Process for autogeneously bonding laminae of a multi-lamina cellulosic substrate

A process for autogeneously bonding two cellulosic laminae to form a multi-lamina substrate by high pressure lam-ination. The attachment occurs at selective bond sites wetted with a functional fluid such as water prior to bonding. The process is applicable to multi-lamina substrates formed from laminae treated with chemical softening agents.

Process for autogeneously bonding laminae of a mult-lamina cellulosic substrate

A process for autogeneously bonding two cellulosic laminae to form a multi-lamina substrate by high pressure lamination. The attachment occurs at selective bond sites wetted with a functional fluid such as water prior to bonding. The process is applicable to multi-lamina substrates formed from laminae treated with chemical softening agents.

Rapid-entry footwear with rebounding fit system

A rapid-entry and rebounding fit shoe having one or both of a rapid-entry heel element and a rapid-entry tongue element and both snap back for fit. The rapid-entry shoe directs a user's foot into or otherwise accommodates a user's foot with respect to, a shoe opening, and thereafter secures a rear portion of rapid-entry shoe about a user's heel as well as forefoot.

Shaving aid for razor cartridges comprising a nano-filament comprisng a core and sheath

A shaving aid for razor cartridges comprising water soluble filaments having nano-sized diameters and exhibiting lubricating properties and with improved visual and tactile aesthetics, wherein said nano-filament has a core and a sheath.

An embossed multi ply paper and process for producing the same

An embossed multiple ply paper product having a nested latticework embossment pattern providing a cloth-like, quilted appearance and a process for embossing and bonding such multiple ply paper product. The multiple ply paper product comprises a latticework of cells composed of n rows of embossment elements nested within an interfacing latticework of cells composed of n+1 rows of embossment elements.

Load measuring device

Lithographic printing plates

ABSTRACT Improvements In or Relating to Lithographic Printing Plates A radiation-sensitive plate comprises a substrate coated with a radiation-sensitive composition including a component having groups imparting solubility in aqueous solutions and a component having functional groups capable of reacting with a silane compound. The surface of the composition is modified by reaction with a silane compound. The plate gives rise to images of improved ink receptivity and can be developed in aqueous developer liquids after image-wise exposure.

Carrying device for a cartable item providing single to dual-shoulder support transitioning

A carrying device (10) has a first shoulder engagement portion (14) coupled to a second shoulder engagement portion (26) and a handle (74) for transitioning the device from a single to dual shoulder carrying arrangement.

Phytase formulation

A liquid enzyme fommlation, an enzyme granule fommlation, methods for manufacturing enzyme granules using a fluid bed dryer, wherein the enzyme granules are thermostable without the need for a thermostable coating is provided. The enzyme granules are phytase granules used in the manufacturing of an animal feed, wherein the phytase granule is themiostable without the need for a themiostable coating and the phytase retains about 63% to about 134% of its activity after pelleting at 80 C.

FOERBAETTRINGAR MED AVSEENDE PAO PERESTERFOERENINGAR.

Perester compounds suitable for causing the polymerisation of addition polymerisable compounds on exposure to radiation have the general formulaeor

Protective athletic pads for joint surfaces

A protective pad for a joint surface of a wearer's limb during athletic activity such as skating and skateboarding has a cushioning element and a shielding element mounted thereto. The cushioning element has a body with a first surface to overlie the joint surface and an opposite second surface. The shielding element has a primary wall forming a domed central region surrounded by a peripheral flange engaged upon the second surface of the cushioning body. In the central region, the primary wall defines an outer, obstruction-engaging surface and an inner wall surface. The shielding element also has a plurality of inter-engaged support wall segments extending from the inner wall surface toward, but spaced from engagement with, the second surface of the cushioning body. The shielding and cushioning elements, in a central region of the cushioning body bounded by the peripheral flange and overlying the joint surface, together define, at rest, a cavity between the support wall segments and the second surface of the cushioning body. The shielding element is relatively more resistant to flexing than the cushioning element, and upon application of a force to the obstruction-engaging surface of the protective pad overlying the joint surface to be protected, the shielding element resists flexing as the cushioning element flexes to permit penetration of the joint surface into the cavity, thus to absorb force and protect the joint surface.

PERFORATED FIBROUS STRUCTURES AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME

La présente invention concerne des structures fibreuses à ouvertures et, plus particulièrement, des structures fibreuses à ouvertures comprenant un ou plusieurs éléments fibreux, par exemple des filaments, contenant un ou plusieurs matériaux formant élément fibreux et un ou plusieurs agents actifs, qui peuvent être libérés de l'élément fibreux lorsqu'il est exposé aux conditions d'utilisation prévue, ainsi que procédés de fabrication associés. The present invention relates to open-ended fibrous structures and, more particularly, open-ended fibrous structures comprising one or more fibrous elements, for example filaments, containing one or more fibrous element-forming materials and one or more active agents, which can be released. the fibrous element when exposed to the intended use conditions, as well as associated manufacturing methods.

Load insulator

A load insulator having an elongated, load bearing, electrically insulating body extending between and coupled to opposite metal lugs, for coupling the load insulator in a loaded line, has an electrically insulating cover formed on the outside of the body and extending over and completely covering each of the pair of metal lugs at the opposite ends of the body. The insulating cover, which is of integral, one-piece construction, and may be made of polyurethane, is formed within a mold during construction of the load insulator by leaving a void within the mold around the opposite metal lugs and the body before introducing plastic into the mold, to form the insulating cover. Covering each of the opposite metal lugs as well as the body with the insulating cover forces high voltage-produced currents through the inside of the load insulator by preventing current creep around and flashing over the outside of the insulator body. The integral, one-piece construction of the insulating cover prevents rain water and other moisture from seeping into the inside of the load insulator. The outer surface the body is provided with plural ribs or sheds, at least some of which are substantially larger than and protrude further out than intervening ribs of smaller size to prevent rain water and dirt from forming a continuous current path over the outer surface of the body.

Improvements in or relating to radiation sensitive food erial

Apertured fibrous structures and methods for making same

Apertured fibrous structures and more particularly apertured fibrous structures containing one or more fibrous elements, for example filaments, containing one or more fibrous element-forming materials and one or more active agents that are releasable from the fibrous element when exposed to conditions of intended use, and methods for making same.

Ergonomic golf bag top and club separator

The present invention features a ergonomically designed and structured golf bag top and club separator. The golf bag top and club separator comprises a perimeter support member having integrally formed tiered sections both along its longitudinal and lateral axes, a wood complex, an iron complex located opposite from and offset below the wood complex, and a plurality of strategically placed dividers therein to provide vertical disposition and segregation of wood-type golf clubs. Through its unique design, the present invention provides vertical segregation of the wood complex, thus providing optimal positioning, travel, access, and retrieval of golf clubs inserted and housed therein, as well as providing added protection of the clubs from one another. The wood complex is vertically segregated and positioned proximate or distal the body of the user.

Terminal with integral strain relief

A terminal and a method for making a terminal that includes a connector end and a terminal barrel, preferably formed from a sheet of metal. The terminal barrel includes a cylindrical wall having a first section corresponding to a first end and a second section corresponding to a second end. The thickness of the first section is reduced so that it is less than the thickness of the second section and the first section is flared to increase the diameter. The first end is flared after a nylon or plastic insulator is fitted over the terminal barrel. The first end is adapted for receiving an electrical conductor and the second end connects to the connector end.