Liner-Ersetzungen für Zwischenverbindungsöffnungen

Struktur (10), umfassend:eine Metallisierungsebene (12) mit einem ersten leitfähigen Merkmal (15);eine Dielektrikumsschicht (20) auf der Metallisierungsebene (12), wobei die Dielektrikumsschicht (20) eine Öffnung (22) umfasst, die sich vertikal durch die Dielektrikumsschicht (20) auf das erste leitfähige Merkmal (15) erstreckt, und die Öffnung (22) einen Boden (26) umfasst, der auf dem ersten leitfähigen Merkmal (15) einen Bereich freilegt;eine erste Schicht (28) auf dem freigelegten Bereich des ersten leitfähigen Merkmals (15); undein zweites leitfähiges Merkmal (36) in der Öffnung (22), das aus Wolfram gebildet ist,wobei die erste Schicht (28) aus einem Leiter gebildet ist, der Titan und Sauerstoff umfasst, und die erste Schicht (28) eine Dicke (t1) aufweist, die gleich einer Monoschicht oder einem Bruchteil einer Monoschicht ist, undwobei die erste Schicht (28) vertikal zwischen dem zweiten leitfähigen Merkmal (36) und dem ersten leitfähigen Merkmal (15) angeordnet ist. A structure (10) comprising: a metallization layer (12) having a first conductive feature (15); a dielectric layer (20) on the metallization layer (12), the dielectric layer (20) comprising an opening (22) that extends vertically through the dielectric layer (20) extends over the first conductive feature (15) and the opening (22) includes a bottom (26) exposing an area on the first conductive feature (15); a first layer (28) on the exposed one Area of the first conductive feature (15); and a second conductive feature (36) in the opening (22) formed of tungsten, the first layer (28) being formed of a conductor comprising titanium and oxygen and the first layer (28) having a thickness (t1 ), which is equal to a monolayer or a fraction of a monolayer, and wherein the first layer (28) is arranged vertically between the second conductive feature (36) and the first conductive feature (15).

Elastisch verformbare Moduleinbauanordnung

Moduleinbauanordnung, umfassend eine Basisstruktur mit einem Basisabschnitt, einem ersten Bügel und einem zweiten Bügel, wobei der Basisabschnitt in einer Basisebene angeordnet ist, der erste Bügel sich rechtwinklig von dem Basisabschnitt weg erstreckt, der zweite Bügel sich rechtwinklig von dem Basisabschnitt weg erstreckt, wobei der erste Bügel ein T-förmiges Bauteil ist, das einen Hauptabschnitt, ein Paar Flügelabschnitte und ein Paar Vertiefungen, welches durch das Paar Flügelabschnitte und ein Segment des Hauptabschnittes definiert ist, aufweist. Ebenfalls umfasst ist ein Modul, welches mit der Basisstruktur zusammengepasst werden soll, wobei das Modul ein erstes Modulende und ein zweites Modulende umfasst, wobei das erste Modulende ein erstes Paar Vorsprünge umfasst, das aus einem elastisch verformbaren Material gebildet und ausgestaltet ist, um in einen Übermaßzustand mit dem ersten Bügel gedreht zu werden.

Ausfahrbares Kamerasystem

Es wird ein ausfahrbares Rückschaukamerasystem für ein Fahrzeug bereitgestellt, welches eine beweglich an dem Fahrzeug angebrachte Kamera und einen Elektromagneten umfasst, der zwischen die Kamera und das Fahrzeug gekoppelt ist.

MEHRSTUFIGER, INEINANDERGREIFENDER ELEKTRO-STECKVERBINDER MIT EINRASTSICHERUNGSMECHANISMUS

Eine Elektro-Steckverbinderanordnung umfasst ein Steckverbinder-Primärgehäuse, ein Steckverbinder-Gegengehäuse, eine primäre Rastverbindung und eine sekundäre Rastverbindung. Die primäre Rastverbindung ist gleichermaßen durch das Steckverbinder-Primärgehäuse und das Steckverbinder-Gegengehäuse definiert. Die sekundäre Rastverbindung wird von dem Steckverbinder-Gegengehäuse getragen und ist derart angeordnet und ausgelegt, dass sie mit der primären Rastverbindung in Wechselwirkung tritt, um ein Ablösen der primären Rastverbindung zu verhindern, wenn diese in einer Einraststellung positioniert ist. Die primäre Rastverbindung umfasst einen Rastarm, der sich von dem Steckverbinder-Primärgehäuse erstreckt, und einen Rasthebel, der sich von dem Steckverbinder-Gegengehäuse erstreckt.

Oil Fire and Boil Over Attenuation Using Buoyant Glass Materials

A method is described for using cellular glass blocks, cellular glass nodules, hollow glass spheres, or other buoyant glass materials to attenuate oil fire, limit thermal radiation from an oil fire, and reduce the risk of boil-over phenomenon. Cellular glass blocks, cellular glass nodules, hollow glass spheres, or other buoyant glass products may be deployed passively, prior to an ignition event, or actively, as a response to an ignition event to provide control. Cellular glass or other buoyant glass materials may be in any physical shape such as block, sheet, aggregate, or nodule. 1. A method of attenuating an oil fire comprising adding cellular glass to said oil fire.2. The method of wherein said cellular glass comprises cellular glass blocks.3. The method of wherein said cellular glass comprises cellular glass nodules.4. The method of wherein said cellular glass comprises hollow glass spheres.5. The method of wherein said cellular glass blocks comprise a sheet.6. The method of wherein said cellular glass is situated on a roof of an oil-containing vessel prior to ignition of said oil fire.7. The method of further comprising placing said cellular glass in one or more containment bags.8. The method of wherein said cellular glass is coated with a surface coating.9. The method of wherein said cellular glass is added to a fire extinguishing foam.10. A method of attenuation of an oil fire comprising placing cellular glass material on a roof of an oil-containing vessel.11. The method of wherein said cellular glass comprises cellular glass blocks.12. The method of wherein said cellular glass comprises cellular glass nodules.13. The method of wherein said cellular glass comprises hollow glass spheres.14. The method of wherein said cellular glass blocks comprise a sheet.15. The method of further comprising placing said cellular glass in one or more containment bags.16. The method of wherein said cellular glass is coated with a surface coating.17. A method of attenuating ...

PLAQUE REMOVAL DEVICE WITH ROTATABLE CUTTING ELEMENT

An elongate tubular body with a rotatable cutting element is provided. An opening is provided near the distal end of the tubular body, and the cutting element may be partially exposed through the opening. The cutting element is configured to remove plaque from the wall of a body lumen. A distal segment may be coupled to the distal end of the tubular body and may have a distal port for slidably receiving a guidewire therethrough. 1. An intravascular medical device comprising:an elongate tubular body having a proximal end, a distal end, and an outer diameter;a housing coupled to the distal end of the elongate tubular body, the housing having distal and proximal sections, each section having distal and proximal ends, the proximal end of the proximal section connected to the tubular body, the proximal end of the distal section connected to the distal end of the proximal section, an inner surface of the distal section of the housing defining an interior space, the distal section of the housing including a distal segment shaped to extend radially inwardly with respect to a longitudinal axis of the housing to define an opening at the distal end of the distal section of the housing;a rotatable cutting element positioned within the interior space of the housing, the rotatable cutting element having distal and proximal ends and a lumen extending between the proximal and distal ends, the cutting element having a first outer dimension smaller than an inner dimension of the housing and larger than a dimension of the opening at the distal end of the distal section of the housing and larger than a dimension of an opening in the distal end of the proximal section of the housing;a flexible drive shaft connected to the rotatable cutting element extending through the elongate tubular body, the flexible drive shaft having a lumen aligned with the lumen of the cutting element, the lumens being sized and configured to accept a guidewire; anda control at the proximal end of the elongate ...

Body art transfer device

A body art transfer device has a base support with a substantially nonabsorbent surface, and a coating of a body art composition. The composition has an amorphous, non-crystalline structure, and the coating has an approximate thickness of 0.5 mils to 5 mils. This device has the details and coloration of a tattoo printed upon the base support and placed under a protective cover. The body art transfer device allows for easy application of the body art composition to skin. The person then moves the base support upon their skin to transfer composition as a tattoo in its respective colors, shapes, and design to the skin. This device avoids usage of water and produces a temporary tattoo removed readily by people using ordinary soap and without strong chemicals or coarse abrasives. 1. A body art transfer device comprising:a base support having a generally planar shape, a substantially nonabsorbent textured surface, and a surface area; and,a body art coating upon said nonabsorbent textured surface, said coating having a highly pigmented composition of oils and waxes having a thickness of between 0.5 mils and 5 mils of uniform homogeneous consistency and an amorphous noncrystalline structure;wherein said base support repels oils of said coating;wherein said body art coating transfers readily from said base support to the skin of a user.2. The body art transfer device of wherein said coating has a thickness between 1 mil and 3 mils.3. The body art transfer device of wherein said textured surface has an irregular texture for receiving said composition of said body art coating.4. The body art transfer device of wherein said textured surface has a plurality of raised projections which extend through said body art coating.5. The body art transfer device of wherein said raised projections occupy at least three percent of the surface area of the base support.6. The body art transfer device of wherein said body art coating is screen printed upon said base support.7. A body art ...

Virtual systems for spatial organization, navigation, and presentation of information

Organizing information around a specific spatial domain facilitates managing objects presented in visualization layers of the spatial domain. A first portion of a first program for organizing and mapping information around a specific spatial domain is executed by a first virtual system that is created in a program execution environment operable on a network server. In response to the first virtual system invoking a continuation, a second virtual system is created to execute a second portion of the first program. Invoking the continuation in the program execution environment facilitates each of the first and second virtual systems providing only the capabilities necessary to execute their respective portion of the first program. Optionally, executing the first program includes interpreting the first program with a second program.

INDOOR FARMING DEVICE AND METHOD

A shell with a controllable indoor climate. The shell may house plants, such as produce, for farming purposes. The shell may be made of scalable structurally insulated panels. Within the shell may be trays for facilitating the growth of the plants. Lighting, climate, and nutrients may be controlled for the proper growth of the plants. 1. A housing for the facilitation of plant growth comprising:a shell comprising a plurality of walls comprising a front, a back, a top, a bottom, a first side and a second side, wherein the plurality of walls comprises a plurality of structural insulated panels;at least one tray within the shell, wherein said tray is configured to contain plants;at least one lighting fixture within the shell oriented to project light onto a the at least one tray; andat least one door attached to at least one of the plurality of walls to facilitate entry to an inside of the shell.2. The housing of claim 1 , further comprising at least one cartridge within the shell claim 1 , wherein the cartridge is configured to support the at least one tray.3. The housing of claim 2 , wherein the at least one cartridge comprises a plurality of racks.4. The housing of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of racks is adjustable vertically within the cartridge.5. The housing of claim 3 , wherein the at least one lighting fixture comprises a plurality of lighting fixtures claim 3 , wherein the plurality of lighting fixtures are supported on a bottom of the plurality of racks and from the top of the shell.6. The housing of claim 2 , wherein the at least one cartridge comprises a track on a bottom of the at least one cartridge.7. The housing of claim 1 , wherein the at least one door comprises a plurality of doors.8. The housing of claim 7 , wherein the plurality of doors comprises a first door located on the first side and a second door located on the front.9. The housing of claim 8 , wherein the second door is a roll-up door.10. The housing of claim 1 , further comprising a ...

VIRTUAL SYSTEMS FOR SPATIAL ORGANIZATION, NAVIGATION, AND PRESENTATION OF INFORMATION

Organizing information around a specific spatial domain facilitates managing objects presented in visualization layers of the spatial domain. A first portion of a first program for organizing and mapping information around a specific spatial domain is executed by a first virtual system that is created in a program execution environment operable on a network server. In response to the first virtual system invoking a continuation, a second virtual system is created to execute a second portion of the first program. Invoking the continuation in the program execution environment facilitates each of the first and second virtual systems providing only the capabilities necessary to execute their respective portion of the first program. Optionally, executing the first program includes interpreting the first program with a second program. 2. The system of claim 1 , wherein executing the first program includes interpreting the first program with a second program.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first virtual system terminates upon completion of invoking the continuation.4. The system of claim 1 , further including a datastore accessible by a plurality of networked servers for storing a plurality of data entries selected from a set consisting of: disease markers claim 1 , syndromes claim 1 , laboratory markers claim 1 , probes claim 1 , relationships of diseases with syndromes claim 1 , relationships of syndromes with probes claim 1 , and at least one visualization layer.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the first virtual system and the second virtual system communicate with the datastore.6. The system of claim 4 , wherein at least a portion of the plurality of entries in the datastore is immutable.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein executing the first program on the second virtual system comprises interpreting the first program.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least two instances of the dynamic tower of instances execute on different physical servers. This ...

Body art/eyebrow application device

A body art transfer device has a base support with a substantially nonabsorbent surface, and a coating of a body art composition. The composition has an amorphous, non-crystalline structure, and the coating has an approximate thickness of 0.5 mils to 5 mils. This device has the details and coloration of a tattoo or cosmetic design printed upon the base support and placed under a protective cover. The body art transfer device allows for easy application of the body art composition to skin. The person then moves the base support upon their skin to transfer composition as a tattoo or cosmetic design in its respective colors, shapes, and design to the skin. This device avoids usage of water and produces a temporary tattoo or cosmetic design removed readily by people using ordinary soap and without strong chemicals or coarse abrasives. 1. A body art transfer device in the form of a cosmetic comprising:a base support having a generally planar shape, a substantially nonabsorbent textured surface, and a surface area;a body art cosmetic coating upon said nonabsorbent textured surface, said coating having a highly pigmented composition of oils and waxes having a thickness of between about 0.5 mils and 5 mils of uniform homogeneous consistency and an amorphous noncrystalline structure;wherein said base support repels oils of said coating; andwherein said body art cosmetic coating transfers readily from said base support to the skin of a user.2. The body art transfer device of wherein said body art coating is screen printed as a cosmetic design upon said base support.3. The body art cosmetic transfer device of wherein said cosmetic design consist of eyebrows.4. The body art cosmetic transfer device of wherein said base support is transparent.5. A body art cosmetic transfer device for transferring a body art composition to human skin comprising:a base support having a substantially nonabsorbent surface;a coating having a body art cosmetic composition of a highly pigmented ...

CURRICULUM ASSESSMENT

One or more embodiments of techniques or systems for curriculum assessment are provided herein. One or more assessments can be generated. For example, an assessment can be generated based on one or more forms. In this way, assessments can be created in a structured manner and distributed accordingly. One or more of the assessments may be administered. After one or more students or test takers take the assessments, one or more of the assessments can be analyzed or aggregated. Analysis can include statistical analysis related to one or more similar, related, or associated assessments. In this manner, curriculum assessment can be provided, thereby enhancing teaching efficiency and productivity, etc. 1. A method for curriculum assessment , comprising:receiving one or more assessment parameters, one or more of the assessment parameters indicative of a textbook, a chapter, or a curriculum;selecting one or more formats for one or more questions of one or more assessments to be generated; andgenerating one or more assessments based on one or more of the assessment parameters and one or more of the formats, wherein the receiving, the selecting, or the generating is implemented via a processing unit.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the questions of one or more of the assessments comprises standardized content.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the questions of one or more the assessments are multiple choice claim 1 , short answer claim 1 , essay claim 1 , or true/false.4. The method of claim 1 , comprising storing one or more portions of one or more of the assessments.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the assessments comprise one or more registration marks.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the assessments comprise one or more identifiers.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein one or more of the identifiers is a quick response (QR) code or a bar code.8. The method of claim 6 , wherein one or more of the identifiers is ...

VANE PUMPS

A vane pump includes a liner defining a cammed inner surface, a rotor rotatably disposed within the liner that has a plurality of vane slots, and a plurality of vanes slidably disposed within vane slots of the rotor and configured to extend away from the rotor and contact the cammed inner surface of the liner. The plurality of vanes include at least one sentinel vane that is configured to allow detection of wear on the sentinel vane. 1. A vane pump , comprising:a liner defining a cammed inner surface;a rotor rotatably disposed within the liner and including a plurality of vane slots; anda plurality of vanes slidably disposed within vane slots of the rotor and configured to extend away from the rotor and contact the cammed inner surface of the liner, wherein the plurality of vanes include at least one sentinel vane that is configured to allow detection of wear on the sentinel vane.2. The vane pump of claim 1 , wherein the sentinel vane includes a base portion that is larger than the vane slot of the rotor such that after the sentinel vane wears a predetermined amount claim 1 , the base portion prevents the sentinel vane from extending further from the rotor such that a gap separates a sentinel vane tip and a portion of the cammed inner surface.3. The vane pump of claim 2 , wherein the portion of the cammed inner surface where the gap is created includes a constant radius section.4. The vane pump of claim 2 , wherein the at least one sentinel vane includes a plurality of symmetrically located sentinel vanes.5. The vane pump of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of symmetrically located sentinel vanes includes two sentinel vanes spaced 180 degrees circumferentially from each other.6. The vane pump of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of symmetrically located sentinel vanes are spaced circumferentially apart 360/N degrees claim 4 , wherein N is the total number of sentinel vanes.7. The vane pump of claim 2 , further comprising a vibration sensor operatively connected to the ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING PHARMACY CLAIM PAYMENT CAPABILITIES

The present invention provides improved systems and methods for enhancing pharmacy claim payment capabilities. In one example aspect the invention provides a method for determining whether to process a claim for a drug for a member, comprising the steps of receiving the claim for the drug subject to specific clinical edits, accessing criteria specific to the drug, evaluating the claim for the drug with regard to the criteria specific to the drug, and determining based on one or more of the criteria whether to process the claim. 1. A method implemented on a computer having a processor and a memory coupled to said processor for determining whether to process a claim for a drug for a member , comprising the steps of:receiving the claim for the drug subject to specific clinical edits;accessing criteria specific to the drug;evaluating the claim for the drug with regard to the criteria specific to the drug; anddetermining based on one or more of the criteria whether to process the claim,wherein at least one of the steps is performed using the processor, and wherein the criteria includes at least one of: a) sex of the member, b) age range of the member, c) a dosage range of the drug, d) existence of a prior claim within a predetermined time period with (i) one or more instances of another drug used in a given list, or (ii) one or more instances of a past diagnosis in a given list, or (iii) one or more instances of a past procedure in a given list, and e) existence of one or more lab results for a given condition.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said determining step makes a determination to reject the claim if insufficient information exists to pay the claim.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of creating criteria specific to each drug in a set of drugs.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising scanning or accessing medical data to construct a set of data for evaluating a claim based on the criteria specific to the drug.5. The method of claim 4 , ...

MULTIPLE-STAGE INTERLOCKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR WITH LOCKING ASSURANCE MECHANISM

An electrical connector assembly comprises a primary connector housing, a mating connector housing, a primary lock, and a secondary lock. The primary lock is defined by both the primary connector housing and the mating connector housing. The secondary lock is supported by the mating connector housing and is arranged and configured for interacting with the primary lock so as to prevent the primary lock, when positioned in a locked position, from disengaging. The primary lock comprises a lock arm extending from the primary connector housing and a lock lever extending from the mating connector housing. 1. An electrical connector assembly comprising:a primary connector housing;a mating connector housing;a primary lock defined by the primary connector housing and the mating connector housing;and a secondary lock supported by the mating connector housing, the secondary lock arranged and configured for interacting with the primary lock so as to prevent the primary lock, when positioned in a locked position, from disengaging;the primary lock comprising a lock arm extending from the primary connector housing and a lock lever extending from the mating connector housing.2. The electrical connector assembly of claim 1 , wherein the primary connector housing includes an outer wall providing a lock arm base claim 1 , from which the lock arm is cantilevered and wherein the outer wall defines a connector cavity claim 1 , in which one or more connector terminals are disposed.3. The electrical connector assembly of claim 2 , wherein the mating connector housing provides a lock lever base claim 2 , from which the lock lever is cantilevered.4. The electrical connector assembly of :wherein the lock arm extends along an engagement direction from the lock arm base; andwherein the lock lever extends along the engagement direction from the lock lever base.5. The electrical connector assembly of claim 1 , wherein the secondary lock is disposed in a guide channel defined by the mating ...

HEAT EXCHANGER ARRANGEMENTS AND RELATED METHODS

A heat exchanger arrangement includes a heat exchange body, a first fluid path extending through the heat exchange body, and a second fluid path extending through the heat exchange body in thermal communication with the first fluid path and fluidly isolated from the first fluid path. A bypass path is arranged externally of the heat exchange body and is fluidly connected in parallel with the first fluid path. A control module is operably connected to the bypass path to control temperature of fluids traversing the first fluid path and the second fluid path. 1. A heat exchanger arrangement , comprising:a heat exchange body;a first fluid path extending through the heat exchange body;a second fluid path extending through the heat exchange body in thermal communication with the first fluid path and fluidly isolated from the first fluid path;a bypass path external of the heat exchange body and fluidly connected in parallel with the first fluid path; anda control module operably connected to the bypass path and configured to control flow rate of fluids traversing the first fluid path and the second fluid path.2. The heat exchanger arrangement as recited in , further comprising a bypass valve disposed along the first bypass path. The heat exchanger arrangement as recited in , wherein the control module is operatively connected to the bypass valve ,4. The heat exchanger arrangement as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a temperature sensor in thermal communication with the first fluid path downstream of the heat exchange body.5. The heat exchanger arrangement as recited in claim 4 , wherein the control module is connected to the temperature sensor.6. The heat exchanger arrangement as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a bypass valve disposed along the second bypass path.7. The heat exchanger arrangement as recited in claim 6 , wherein the control module is operatively connected to the bypass valve.8. The heat exchanger arrangement as recited in claim 1 , further ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PASSIVELY COMPENSATING PRESSURE SENSORS

A temperature-compensated pressure sensor system includes a pressure sensing element, a temperature sensing device, and a temperature compensation network. The pressure sensing element provides a first voltage output representative of a sensed pressure value. The temperature sensing device provides a second voltage output representative of a sensed temperature value. The temperature compensation network is connected to receive the first voltage output provided by the pressure sensing element and the second voltage output provided by the temperature sensing device. The temperature compensation network provides a temperature compensated voltage representative of sensed pressure, wherein the second voltage output passively biases the temperature compensation network. 1. A temperature-compensated pressure sensor system that comprises:a pressure sensing element that provides a first voltage output representative of a sensed pressure value;a temperature sensing device located proximate the pressure sensing element that provides a resistance that varies with a sensed temperature; anda resistive temperature compensation network that compensates the first voltage output provided by the pressure sensing element, wherein the compensation provided by the resistive temperature network is biased by the varying resistance of the temperature sensing device.2. The temperature-compensated pressure sensor system of claim 1 , wherein the pressure sensing element is a solid-state silicon-on-insulator (SOI) pressure sensor.3. The temperature-compensated pressure sensor system of claim 1 , wherein the temperature sensing device is a resistive temperature device (RTD) claim 1 , a thermistor claim 1 , or other well-known temperature sensitive device whose resistance varies with changes in temperature.4. The temperature-compensated pressure sensor system of claim 1 , wherein the temperature compensation network includes a first resistor in series between the first voltage output of the ...

DEPLOYABLE CAMERA SYSTEM

A deployable camera system for a vehicle is provided and includes a camera movably mounted to the vehicle and a solenoid operably coupled between the camera and the vehicle. 1. A deployable camera system for a vehicle , comprising:a camera movably mounted to the vehicle; anda solenoid operably coupled between the camera and the vehicle.2. The deployable camera system according to claim 1 , wherein the solenoid is configured to move the camera between stowed and opened positions in less than 1 second.3. The deployable camera system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a housing disposed to occupy and move between stowed and deployed positions relative to a vehicle body, the camera being disposed in the housing and is at least partially exterior to the vehicle body when the housing occupies the deployed position; anda lever arm by which the housing is coupled to the solenoid.4. The deployable camera system according to claim 3 , wherein the housing is disposed to occupy and move between the stowed and deployed positions relative to a rear of the vehicle body.5. The deployable camera system according to claim 3 , wherein the housing pivots between the stowed and deployed positions.6. The deployable camera system according to claim 3 , wherein the housing translates between the stowed and deployed positions.7. A deployable rear-view camera system for a vehicle claim 3 , the system comprising:a housing disposed to occupy and move between stowed and deployed positions relative to a vehicle body;a camera disposed on the housing; anda solenoid coupled to the housing and configured to cause the housing to move between the stowed and deployed positions upon an activation thereof81. The system according to claim 7 , wherein the solenoid is configured to cause the housing to move into the deployed position in less than second following solenoid activation.9. The system according to claim 7 , further comprising a lever arm by which the housing is coupled to the solenoid.10. ...

SURFACE TREATMENT IN A DEP-ETCH-DEP PROCESS

Embodiments of present invention provide a method of forming semiconductor devices. The method includes creating an opening in a semiconductor structure; depositing a first layer of metal inside the opening with the first layer of metal partially filling up the opening; modifying a top surface of the first layer of metal in an etching process; passivating the modified top surface of the first layer of metal to form a passivation layer; and depositing a second layer of metal directly on top of the passivation layer. 1. A method comprising:creating a structural opening in a process of manufacturing a semiconductor device;depositing a first layer of metal inside said structural opening, said first layer of metal resulting in a narrowed opening, inside said structural opening, surrounded by said first layer of metal;etching said first layer of metal to create an etching-modified surface of said first layer of metal;passivating said etching-modified surface of said first layer of metal; anddepositing a second layer of metal inside said structural opening after said passivating, said second layer of metal substantially filling up said structural opening.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein both said first layer of metal and said second layer of metal are tungsten (W) metal.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein passivating said etching-modified surface of said first layer of metal comprises passivating nitride (N) element that are caused to remain at said etching-modified surface by etching said first layer of metal.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein passivating said etching-modified surface of said first layer of metal comprises exposing said etching-modified surface to a mixture of gases of BHand WFor a mixture of gases of silane and WF claim 2 , for a duration of 10 seconds or less claim 2 , in a chemical vapor deposition (CVD) process.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein passivating said etching-modified surface of said first layer of metal comprises exposing said etching- ...

ASSESSING AND REPORTING IN-STORE RECYCLING OF WIRELESS BEACON COMPONENTS USED WITH RETAIL DISPLAYS

Systems and methods for using wireless beacons in point of purchase (“POP”) displays to facilitate the delivery of consumer oriented content to mobile devices is disclosed. Wireless beacons may be used to broadcast wireless signals from POP displays, where the wireless signals include data packets with unique identifiers for the wireless beacons. The wireless signals may be received by mobile devices. A remote server may communicate with the mobile device and provide the mobile device with up-to-date content associated with the POP displays. A geographic location of the mobile device may be assessed and used to determine if the mobile device is at an acceptable location for displaying the up-to-date content. The wireless beacons may be enclosed in an enclosure that is attached to the POP displays. Sensors may determine when the enclosures are attached/removed from the POP displays. 180-. (canceled)81. An apparatus , comprising:a wireless beacon located on a circuit board, the circuit board comprising the wireless beacon and a processor, wherein the wireless beacon is configured to broadcast a wireless signal, the wireless signal including a data packet, and wherein the data packet comprises a unique identifier for the wireless beacon; andan enclosure substantially enclosing the circuit board, wherein the enclosure is configured to be attached to a point of purchase (POP) display comprising a consumer product display, the POP display being configured to be deployed at a retail location; anda sensor configured to assess a condition of attachment between the enclosure and the POP display, wherein the wireless beacon is configured to broadcast the wireless signal when the sensor assesses that the enclosure is attached to the POP display.82. The apparatus of claim 81 , wherein the sensor comprises:a conductive tape attached to the POP display and coupled to at least some electronics on the circuit board through an opening in the enclosure, wherein circuitry in the ...

IMAGE PROCESSING FOR RETAIL DISPLAYS WITH WIRELESS BEACONS

Systems and methods for using wireless beacons in point of purchase (“POP”) displays to facilitate the delivery of consumer oriented content to mobile devices is disclosed. Wireless beacons may be used to broadcast wireless signals from POP displays, where the wireless signals include data packets with unique identifiers for the wireless beacons. The wireless signals may be received by mobile devices. A remote server may communicate with the mobile device and provide the mobile device with up-to-date content associated with the POP displays. Additionally, one or more cameras associated with the POP displays may be used to assess information about the POP displays and/or the environment surrounding the POP displays. 120-. (canceled)21. An apparatus , comprising:a processor;a memory;a wireless beacon, wherein the wireless beacon is configured to broadcast a wireless signal, the wireless signal including a data packet, and wherein the data packet comprises a unique identifier for the wireless beacon; andone or more cameras, wherein at least one of the cameras is configured to capture at least one image of an area surrounding the apparatus;wherein the apparatus is configured to be coupled to a point of purchase (POP) display comprising a consumer product display, the POP display being configured to be deployed at a retail location; andwherein the apparatus is configured to provide the at least one image of the area surrounding the apparatus to a remote server, and wherein the remote server is configured to assess a location of the apparatus using the at least one image.22. The apparatus of claim 21 , wherein the at least one camera is configured to capture a plurality of images of customer activity in an area surrounding the apparatus.23. The apparatus of claim 21 , wherein the apparatus is configured to assess customer activity in the area surrounding the apparatus using the plurality of images captured by the at least one camera claim 21 , wherein assessing customer ...

Geofencing with wireless beacon based consumer product marketing

Systems and methods for using wireless beacons in point of purchase (“POP”) displays to facilitate the delivery of consumer oriented content to mobile devices is disclosed. Wireless beacons may be used to broadcast wireless signals from POP displays, where the wireless signals include data packets with unique identifiers for the wireless beacons. The wireless signals may be received by mobile devices. A remote server may communicate with the mobile device and provide the mobile device with up-to-date content associated with the POP displays. A geographic location of the mobile device may be assessed and used to determine if the mobile device is at an acceptable location for displaying the up-to-date content.

ASSESSING STATE INFORMATION FOR RETAIL DISPLAYS

Systems and methods for using wireless beacons in point of purchase (“POP”) displays to facilitate the delivery of consumer oriented content to mobile devices is disclosed. Wireless beacons may be used to broadcast wireless signals from POP displays, where the wireless signals include data packets with unique identifiers for the wireless beacons. The wireless signals may be received by mobile devices. A remote server may communicate with the mobile device and provide the mobile device with up-to-date content associated with the POP displays. Data packets broadcast by the wireless beacons may also include assessed state information for the POP displays. 160-. (canceled)61. An apparatus , comprising:a processor;a memory;a wireless beacon, wherein the wireless beacon is configured to broadcast a wireless signal, the wireless signal including a data packet, and wherein the data packet comprises a unique identifier for the wireless beacon; andwherein the apparatus is configured to be coupled to a point of purchase (POP) display comprising a consumer product display, the POP display being configured to be deployed at a retail location;wherein the apparatus is configured to assess a state of the POP display; andwherein the apparatus is configured to broadcast the assessed state of at least one component in the data packet.62. The apparatus of claim 61 , wherein the assessed state comprises an amount of battery power remaining in a battery coupled to the POP display.63. The apparatus of claim 61 , wherein the assessed state comprises a state of one or more components on the POP display.64. The apparatus of claim 61 , wherein the assessed state comprises one or more of: a state of the processor claim 61 , a state of the memory claim 61 , a state of an electronic display on the POP display claim 61 , a state of a clock on the POP display claim 61 , and a state of a sensor on the POP display.65. The apparatus of claim 61 , wherein the assessed state comprises a state of retail ...

ANALYZING MOVEMENT OF WIRELESS BEACONS ASSOCIATED WITH RETAIL DISPLAYS

Systems and methods for using wireless beacons in point of purchase (“POP”) displays to facilitate the delivery of consumer oriented content to mobile devices is disclosed. Wireless beacons may be used to broadcast wireless signals from POP displays, where the wireless signals include data packets with unique identifiers for the wireless beacons. The wireless signals may be received by mobile devices. A remote server may communicate with the mobile device and provide the mobile device with up-to-date content associated with the POP displays. An accelerometer may be attached to a POP display and used to assess movement of the POP display. Movement data for the POP display may be added to data packets broadcast by the wireless beacon. 1100-. (canceled)101. An apparatus comprising:a processor;a memory;a wireless beacon, wherein the wireless beacon is configured to broadcast a wireless signal, the wireless signal including a data packet, and wherein the data packet comprises a unique identifier for the wireless beacon; andan accelerometer configured to assess movement of the apparatus;wherein the apparatus is configured to be coupled to a point of purchase (POP) display comprising a consumer product display, the POP display being configured to be deployed at a retail location; andwherein the apparatus is configured to add at least one additional data packet to the wireless signal when movement of the apparatus is assessed by the accelerometer, and wherein the at least one additional data packet comprises movement data for the apparatus.102. The apparatus of claim 101 , wherein the apparatus is configured to store the movement data for the apparatus in the memory and broadcast the wireless signal with the at least one additional data packet during normal operation of the wireless beacon.103. The apparatus of claim 101 , wherein the apparatus is configured to broadcast the wireless signal with the at least one additional data packet in response to movement being detected ...

Local data acquisition for retail displays with wireless beacons

Systems and methods for using wireless beacons in point of purchase (“POP”) displays to facilitate the delivery of consumer oriented content to mobile devices is disclosed. Wireless beacons may be used to broadcast wireless signals from POP displays, where the wireless signals include data packets with unique identifiers for the wireless beacons. The wireless signals may be received by mobile devices. A remote server may communicate with the mobile device and provide the mobile device with up-to-date content associated with the POP displays. A wireless data collection device may be used to receive and collect data from the wireless beacons. The collected data may be used to assess one or more properties of the POP displays.

Analyzing movement of data collectors/gateways associated with retail displays

Systems and methods for using wireless beacons in point of purchase (“POP”) displays to facilitate the delivery of consumer oriented content to mobile devices is disclosed. Wireless beacons may be used to broadcast wireless signals from POP displays, where the wireless signals include data packets with unique identifiers for the wireless beacons. The wireless signals may be received by mobile devices. A remote server may communicate with the mobile device and provide the mobile device with up-to-date content associated with the POP displays. Wireless data collection devices (such as network gateways) may be used to receive data packets from the wireless beacons provide the data packets to the remote server. Accelerometers may be used on the wireless data collection devices to assess movement of the devices. Movement data for the devices may be used to determine reprogramming of the devices after the devices are moved.

Body art transfer device

A body art transfer device is disclosed which comprises a base support having a generally planar shape, a substantially nonabsorbent textured surface, and a surface area, a body art coating upon the nonabsorbent textured surface, the coating having a pigmented composition of oils and waxes having a thickness of uniform homogeneous consistency and an amorphous non-crystalline structure, and a cover for covering the body art coating and for forming stilting of the body art coating between the nonabsorbent textured surface of the base support and the cover, the stilting for preventing wicking of body art coating, and the body art coating for releasing from the base support when the cover is removed and the body art covering is placed against skin of a user. 1. A body art transfer device comprising:a base support having a generally planar shape, a substantially nonabsorbent textured surface, and a surface area;a body art coating positioned on the nonabsorbent textured surface, the coating having a pigmented composition of oils and waxes having a thickness of uniform homogeneous consistency and an amorphous non-crystalline structure; anda cover for covering the body art coating and for forming stilting of the body art coating between the nonabsorbent textured surface of the base support and the cover, the stilting for preventing wicking of the body art coating, and the body art coating for releasing from the base support when the cover is removed and the body art covering is placed against skin of a user.2. The body art transfer device of wherein the thickness of the body art coating is between 1 mil and 3 mils.3. The body art transfer device of wherein the nonabsorbent textured surface has an irregular texture for receiving the body art coating.4. The body art transfer device of wherein the textured surface has a plurality of raised projections which extend through the body art coating.5. The body art transfer device of wherein the raised projections occupy at least ...

Identifying Targeted Gaseous Chemical Compound

Systems and methods for verifying that light absorption is caused by a targeted gaseous chemical compound. A first transmittance of light, either generated at, or filtered to, a first wavelength range and a second transmittance of light, either generated at, or filtered to, a second wavelength range are measured by first and second photon detectors. A ratio of the first and second measured transmittance is determined and that ratio is compared to a transmittance ratio associated with a targeted gaseous chemical compound to verify that the light absorption is caused by the targeted gaseous chemical compound. 1. A method comprising: a first transmittance of first light at a first wavelength range through a gas; and', 'a second transmittance of second light at a second wavelength range through the gas;, 'receiving data indicatingdetermining a ratio of the first transmittance to the second transmittance;comparing the ratio to a reference ratio associated with a reference gas; andidentifying the gas as containing at least the reference gas based at least in part on the comparing.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the reference gas is methane.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining, based at least in part on at least one of the first transmittance or the second transmittance, a concentration of the gas; andwherein identifying the gas as containing at least the reference gas is based at least in part on the concentration.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the data comprises first data claim 1 , and the method further comprises:accessing at least a portion of second data indicating light transmittance through gaseous water at the first wavelength range and the second wavelength range; andmodifying the first data based at least in part on the second data.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising sending claim 1 , to a mobile device claim 1 , message data based at least in part on identifying the gas as containing at least the reference gas claim 1 , the ...

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING MAGNETIC FIELDS

Embodiments described herein provide devices, systems, and techniques for generating a magnetic field pattern that includes a plurality of magnetic poles. In specific embodiments, a magnetic device is disclosed which generates a magnetic field pattern including two magnetic poles of the same polarity on both ends, or sides of the magnetic device, and a third magnetic pole of a different polarity from the other two magnetic poles, wherein the third magnetic pole is located inside the magnetic device and between the other two magnetic poles. Moreover, the magnetic device is configured with two openings located at the two transition boundaries/interfaces of the three-pole magnetic field. As such, the two transition boundaries become accessible to objects. In particular, when another magnet is inserted at an interface between two magnetic poles, the magnet will “register” right at the interface and hover over or be suspended at the opening of the magnetic device. 1. A magnetic device , comprising:a first magnetic field generator configured to generate a first magnetic field pattern comprising a first magnetic field of a first polarity, and a second magnetic field and a third magnetic field both of a second polarity and located on either side of the first magnetic field; anda second magnetic field generator coupled in series with the first magnetic field generator and configured to generate a second magnetic field pattern which is substantially identical to the first magnetic field pattern,wherein the first and the second magnetic field patterns form a combined field pattern oriented in sequence second polarity-first polarity-second polarity-second polarity-first polarity-second polarity, andwherein at least one of the first and second magnetic field generators comprises:a base including an upper surface, a lower surface, and an inner wall and an outer wall that are sandwiched between the upper surface and the lower surface, wherein the upper surface includes a first ...

SHELF TO CONSUMER PLATFORM

The present disclosure provides a system, apparatus and means for addressing the limitations of existing technology and practices with respect to in-store advertising. The present disclosure enables marketers to direct commercial messages to consumers whilst enabling consumers to control or influence if and when messages are received, as well as the content of the messages. The disclosure can provide this functionality is through the use of broadcast beacons and demand beacons. The disclosure also provides a means for interacting with applications located on PEDs, including from a sleeping or non-active state and ensuring that the messages transmitted are secure. The disclosure also provides a means for marketers to design, track and alter in real-time a marketing strategy, including on a store-by-store basis. 1. A system for transmitting in-store advertisement comprising:a consumer associated personal electronic device (PED), said PED running an application associated with a store;a database located on a computer system, comprising a number of commercial messages; [ a broadcast beacon, wherein said beacon transmits to all associated applications located within a broadcast zone; and', "a demand bacon, wherein said beacon's transmission range is not greater than 6 inches;"], 'wherein said beacon is selected from the group comprising, "wherein said beacon's broadcast comprises a first protocol transmission for establishing a connection to said PED, and a second transmission for communicating said commercial messages;"], 'a beacon for connecting to said database and transmitting a portion of said number of commercial messages to said application located on said PED;'} outputting a tracked result of said commercial message; and', 'obtaining information from said second database information related to a consumer., 'a protocol for connecting said database to a second database, enabling a2. A system for broadcasting in-store advertisement comprising:a consumer associated ...

AIR IMPACT SCREW GUN SYSTEM AND METHOD

A light weight pneumatic screw gun. The screw gun may connect to an air compressor for installing metal roofing and wood screws in building structures. The screw gun may include a ¼″ drive and include means for up to 550 feet of torque. Further, the screw gun may provide a smoother impact with a double hammer and a different shape structure than conventional screw guns. The prior art devices appear to fail to singly provide your disclosed light weight pneumatic screw gun, ¼″ drive, 550 feet of torque, and double hammer in functional combination. 1. An air impact screw gun system , the system comprising: a housing;', 'a driving means;', a hammer;', 'a hammer pin;', 'a hammer cage; and, 'an impactor having;'}, 'a control switch;', 'wherein said driving means is substantially encased in said housing, said driving means configured to drive screw fasteners via a drive-shaft, said drive-shaft in communication with said driving means to transfer rotary motion and torque from said driving means to drive said screw fasteners; and', 'wherein said air impact screw gun provides up to 550 ft lbs of torque., 'an air impact screw gun having'}2. The air impact screw gun system of claim 1 , wherein said control switch is a trigger.3. The air impact screw gun system of claim 2 , further comprising a regulator dial.4. The air impact screw gun system of claim 3 , further comprising a bit retaining sleeve.5. The air impact screw gun system of claim 4 , further comprising at least one pin valve rod.6. The air impact screw gun system of claim 5 , further comprising a regulator valve.7. The air impact screw gun system of claim 6 , further comprising a reverse valve.8. The air impact screw gun system of claim 7 , further comprising a cone spring.9. The air impact screw gun system of claim 8 , further comprising a bit ring.10. The air impact screw gun system of claim 9 , further comprising a bit-washer.11. The air impact screw gun system of claim 10 , further comprising an air inlet.12. The ...

Elastically deformable module installation assembly

Module installation assembly including a base structure having a base portion, a first and second bracket, the base portion disposed in a base plane, the first bracket extending perpendicularly from the base portion, the second bracket extending perpendicularly from the base portion, wherein the first bracket is a T-shaped member having a main portion, a pair of wing portions and a pair of recesses defined by the pair of wing portions and a segment of the main portion. Also included is a module to be mated with the base structure, the module including a first module end and a second module end, wherein the first module end includes a first pair of protrusions formed of an elastically deformable material and configured to be rotated into an interference condition with the first bracket.

Oil Fire and Boil Over Attenuation Using Buoyant Glass Materials

A method is described for using cellular glass blocks, cellular glass nodules, hollow glass spheres, or other buoyant glass materials to attenuate oil fire, limit thermal radiation from an oil fire, and reduce the risk of boil-over phenomenon. Cellular glass blocks, cellular glass nodules, hollow glass spheres, or other buoyant glass products may be deployed passively, prior to an ignition event, or actively, as a response to an ignition event to provide control. Cellular glass or other buoyant glass materials may be in any physical shape such as block, sheet, aggregate, or nodule. 1. A storage vessel comprising:an oil contained in the storage vessel, the oil including an upper surface; anda floating roof that includes a cellular glass material situated above the upper surface of the oil;wherein the floating roof is capable of being lowered so that the cellular glass material meets the upper surface of the oil.2. The storage vessel of claim 1 , wherein the storage vessel is an oil tank.3. The storage vessel of claim 1 , wherein the floating roof further includes an upper side and the cellular glass material is located on the upper side of the floating roof.4. The storage vessel of claim 1 , wherein the floating roof further includes a lower side and the cellular glass material is located on the lower side of the floating roof.5. The storage vessel of claim 1 , wherein the cellular glass material is in block form.6. The storage vessel of claim 1 , wherein the cellular glass material is in sheet form.7. The storage vessel of claim 1 , wherein the cellular glass material is in aggregate form.8. The storage vessel of claim 1 , wherein the cellular glass material is in nodule form.9. The storage vessel of claim 1 , wherein the cellular glass material is in hollow sphere form.10. The storage vessel of claim 1 , wherein the floating roof includes two layers of the cellular glass material.11. The storage vessel of claim 1 , wherein the cellular glass material is contained ...

CRDM WITH SEPARATE SCRAM LATCH ENGAGMENT AND LOCKING

A control rod drive mechanism (CRDM) configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including separate latch engagement and latch holding mechanisms. A CRDM configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including a four-bar linkage closing the latch, wherein the four-bar linkage biases the latch closed under force of gravity. 1. A control rod drive mechanism (CRDM) comprising:a lead screw;a lifting rod;latches secured to the lead screw and configured to latch an upper end of the lifting rod to the lead screw;a latch engagement mechanism configured to close the latches onto the upper end of the lifting rod; anda latch holding mechanism configured to hold the latches closed;wherein the latch holding mechanism is separate from the latch engagement mechanism.2. The CRDM of further comprising:a four-bar linkage including cam bars, the four-bar linkage configured to drive the cam bars inward to cam the latches closed responsive to operation of the latch engagement mechanism, the latch holding mechanism configured to hold the cam bars in the inward position to keep the latches closed.3. The CRDM of wherein the four-bar linkage is configured to bias the latches closed under force of gravity.4. The CRDM of wherein the latch engagement mechanism operates responsive to lowering the latches over the upper end of the lifting rod and is not effective to keep the latches closed when the latches are raised again after the latch engagement mechanism operates.5. The CRDM of wherein the latch holding mechanism is located at a top of the CRDM and is configured to engage the upper ends of the cam bars to hold the cam bars in the inward position.6. The CRDM of wherein the latch holding mechanism comprises a magnetic coupling including an electromagnet that when energized magnetically holds the cam bars in the inward position.7. The CRDM of wherein the latch holding mechanism comprises elements configured to move in a horizontal plane ...

Method For Constructing Size And Value Indices Of China's Stock Market

The present invention discloses a method for constructing size and value indices of the China's stock market. This invention categorizes A-share stocks into nine indices based on size and value, guiding different market participants who have different needs. Meanwhile, our methodology dynamically adjusts the sample used in the indices, deletes the stocks whose ranks drop below the cut-offs, and keeps the indices up-to-date.

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING MAGNETIC FIELDS

Embodiments described herein provide devices, systems, and techniques for generating a magnetic field pattern that includes a plurality of magnetic poles. In specific embodiments, a magnetic device is disclosed which generates a magnetic field pattern including two magnetic poles of the same polarity on both ends, or sides of the magnetic device, and a third magnetic pole of a different polarity from the other two magnetic poles, wherein the third magnetic pole is located inside the magnetic device and between the other two magnetic poles. Moreover, the magnetic device is configured with two openings located at the two transition boundaries/interfaces of the three-pole magnetic field. As such, the two transition boundaries become accessible to objects. In particular, when another magnet is inserted at an interface between two magnetic poles, the magnet will “register” right at the interface and hover over or be suspended at the opening of the magnetic device. 1. A magnetic device , comprising: wherein the upper surface includes a first opening defined by the upper edge of the inner wall, the lower surface includes a second opening defined by the lower edge of the inner wall; and', 'wherein the base further includes a set of magnet placement locations between the inner wall and the outer wall, and arranged around the base; and, 'a base that includes an upper surface, a lower surface, and an inner wall and an outer wall that are sandwiched between the upper surface and the lower surface,'}a set of magnets placed around the inner wall, such that each of the magnets is placed at a magnet placement location among the set of magnet placement locations, wherein each of the magnets is positioned such that an axis of the magnet connecting the north pole and the south pole of the magnet forms an angle with respect to the upper and lower surfaces,wherein the set of magnets generates three primary fields: a first field of a first polarity formed substantially between the upper ...

Body art transfer device

A body art transfer device is disclosed which comprises a base support having a generally planar shape, a substantially nonabsorbent textured surface, and a surface area, a body art coating upon the nonabsorbent textured surface, the coating having a pigmented composition of oils and waxes having a thickness of uniform homogeneous consistency and an amorphous non-crystalline structure, and a cover for covering the body art coating and for forming stilting of the body art coating between the nonabsorbent textured surface of the base support and the cover, the stilting for preventing wicking of body art coating, and the body art coating for releasing from the base support when the cover is removed and the body art covering is placed against skin of a user. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. (canceled)17. (canceled)18. (canceled)19. (canceled)20. (canceled)22. The body art transfer device of claim 21 , wherein said body art composition being mechanically blended below its melting temperature forming its uniform homogeneous consistency and amorphous structure.24. The body art transfer device of wherein the non absorbent textured surface has that irregular texture for receiving the body art composition.25. The body art transfer device of wherein the textured surface has a plurality of raised projections which extends through the body art composition. This continuation patent application claims priority as a continuation of patent application having Ser. No. 13/999,026, filed Jan. 3, 2014, which claims priority as a continuation to the non-provisional patent application having Ser. No. 13/135,038, filed Jun. 23, 2011, which claims priority to the provisional patent application having Ser. No. 61/399,153, filed Jul. 8, 2010, and this application claims priority as a continuation to the non-provisional ...

Cellular glass system for suppression of vaporization, fire and thermal radiation from liquid hydrocarbons

A passive fire suppression system including at least one tapered cellular glass block and having a cap with a tapered shape disposed on the top of the at least one cellular glass block. The passive fire suppression system allows drainage from the upper surface to the bottom of the system. The drainage is beneficial for both environmental conditions such as rain as well as for incidents where combustible liquids are spilled on the top surface of the system. Therefore, the system will not only shield any combustible materials that are under the system but will also quickly drain any combustible liquids that may spill onto the top of the system to the lower surface.

CRDM WITH SEPARATE SCRAM LATCH ENGAGMENT AND LOCKING

A control rod drive mechanism (CRDM) configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including separate latch engagement and latch holding mechanisms. A CRDM configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including a four-bar linkage closing the latch, wherein the four-bar linkage biases the latch closed under force of gravity. 1. A control rod drive mechanism (CRDM) comprising:a lead screw engaged by a CRDM motor;a lifting rod supporting at least one control rod;latches secured to the lead screw and configured to latch an upper end of the lifting rod to the lead screw;a latch engagement mechanism configured to close the latches onto the upper end of the lifting rod; anda latch holding mechanism configured to hold the latches closed;wherein the latch holding mechanism is separate from the latch engagement mechanism.2. The CRDM of further comprising:a bar linkage including cam bars, the bar linkage configured to drive the cam bars inward to cam the latches closed responsive to operation of the latch engagement mechanism, the latch holding mechanism configured to hold the cam bars in the inward position to keep the latches closed.3. The CRDM of wherein the bar linkage is configured to bias the latches closed under force of gravity.4. The CRDM of wherein the latch engagement mechanism operates responsive to lowering the latches over the upper end of the lifting rod and is not effective to keep the latches closed when the latches are raised again after the latch engagement mechanism operates.5. The CRDM of wherein the latch holding mechanism is located at a top of the CRDM and is configured to engage the upper ends of the cam bars to hold the cam bars in the inward position.6. The CRDM of wherein the latch holding mechanism comprises a magnetic coupling including an electromagnet that when energized magnetically holds the cam bars in the inward position.7. The CRDM of wherein the latch holding mechanism comprises elements ...

ASYMMETRIC LOAD COMPENSATION SYSTEM

This disclosure relates to a variable area nozzle of a gas turbine engine. The variable area nozzle includes, among other things, a control unit, a translatable structure, and a plurality of actuators configured to adjust the position of the translatable structure. The plurality of actuators are fluidly coupled to a common fluid source. The control unit is configured to provide instructions to at least one of the actuators to compensate for an asymmetric load from the translatable structure. 1. A variable area nozzle for a gas turbine engine , comprising:a control unit, wherein the control unit is a controller including memory, hardware, and software;a translatable structure; anda plurality of actuators configured to adjust the position of the translatable structure, the plurality of actuators fluidly coupled to a common fluid source, wherein the control unit is configured to provide instructions to at least one of the actuators to compensate for an asymmetric load from the translatable structure.2. The variable area nozzle as recited in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of actuators each include a piston moveable within a chamber.3. The variable area nozzle as recited in claim 2 , further comprising a valve assembly operable to direct relatively high pressure fluid to one of a first side of the chamber and a second side of the chamber to adjust the position of the piston.4. The variable area nozzle as recited in claim 3 , wherein at least one of the plurality of actuators includes an adjustable flow regulator operable to adjust the relative amount of fluid directed to the at least one actuator when the asymmetric load from the translatable structure is detected.5. The variable area nozzle as recited in claim 4 , further comprising at least one sensor configured to generate a signal indicative of the movement of the translatable structure.6. The variable area nozzle as recited in claim 5 , wherein the at least one sensor includes a position sensor.7. The variable area ...

Crdm designs with separate scram latch engagment and locking

A control rod drive mechanism (CRDM) includes a lifting rod supporting a control rod and a holding mechanism comprising an electromagnetic circuit with magnetic poles drawn together when the electromagnetic circuit is energized to hold the lifting rod. The hold is released upon de-energizing the electromagnetic circuit. A translation mechanism linearly translates the lifting rod held by the holding mechanism. The holding mechanism may include a non-magnetic spacer between the magnetic poles that defines a gap between the drawn together magnetic poles. The translation mechanism may include latches configured to engage an upper end of the lifting rod, and the holding mechanism draws the magnetic poles together to hold the latches engaged with the upper end of the lifting rod. A four-bar cam assembly may be used to cam the latches closed in response to a vertical actuation force applied to the cam bars.

CELLULAR GLASS SYSTEM FOR SUPPRESSION OF VAPORIZATION, FIRE AND THERMAL RADIATION FROM LIQUID HYDROCARBONS

A passive fire suppression system including at least one tapered cellular glass block and having a cap with a tapered shape disposed on the top of the at least one cellular glass block. The passive fire suppression system allows drainage from the upper surface to the bottom of the system. The drainage is beneficial for both environmental conditions such as rain as well as for incidents where combustible liquids are spilled on the top surface of the system. Therefore, the system will not only shield any combustible materials that are under the system but will also quickly drain any combustible liquids that may spill onto the top of the system to the lower surface. 1. A passive fire suppression system comprising:at least one tapered cellular glass block;cap having a tapered shape disposed on the top of the at least one cellular glass block.2. The passive fire suppression system of claim 1 , further comprising a base disposed on the bottom of each of the at least one cellular glass block.3. The passive fire suppression system of claim 2 , further comprising at least one connector strip connecting the cap and the base.4. The passive fire suppression system of claim 3 , wherein the cap claim 3 , base and at least one connector strip are metallic.5. The passive fire suppression system of claim 1 , wherein there is a cap on each of the of the at least one cellular glass blocks;further comprising a self-draining connector connecting adjacent caps.6. The passive fire suppression system of claim 5 , wherein each self-draining connector has a downwardly tapered shape with at least one drainage hole.7. The passive fire suppression system of claim 1 , where each tapered cap covers a plurality of cellular glass blocks.8. The passive fire suppression system of claim 7 , where each tapered cap has drainage holes. This application is a United States national stage of International Application No. PCT/US14/58801, filed Oct. 2, 2014, which published as International Publication No. WO ...

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING MAGNETIC FIELDS

Embodiments described herein provide devices, systems, and techniques for generating a magnetic field pattern that includes a plurality of magnetic poles. In specific embodiments, a magnetic device is disclosed which generates a magnetic field pattern including two magnetic poles of the same polarity on both ends, or sides of the magnetic device, and a third magnetic pole of a different polarity from the other two magnetic poles, wherein the third magnetic pole is located inside the magnetic device and between the other two magnetic poles. Moreover, the magnetic device is configured with two openings located at the two transition boundaries/interfaces of the three-pole magnetic field. As such, the two transition boundaries become accessible to objects. In particular, when another magnet is inserted at an interface between two magnetic poles, the magnet will “register” right at the interface and hover over or be suspended at the opening of the magnetic device. 1. A magnetic device , comprising: wherein the upper surface includes a first opening defined by the upper edge of the inner wall, the lower surface includes a second opening defined by the lower edge of the inner wall; and', 'wherein the base further includes a set of magnet placement locations between the inner wall and the outer wall, and arranged around the base; and, 'a base that includes an upper surface, a lower surface, and an inner wall and an outer wall that are sandwiched between the upper surface and the lower surface,'}a set of magnets placed around the inner wall, such that each of the magnets is placed at a magnet placement location among the set of magnet placement locations, wherein each of the magnets is positioned such that an axis of the magnet connecting the north pole and the south pole of the magnet forms an angle with respect to the upper and lower surfaces,wherein the set of magnets generates three primary fields: a first field of a first polarity formed substantially between the upper ...

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR A MAGNETIC PROPULSION SYSTEM

A propulsion system, comprising: a fan blade housing; a plurality of fan blades within the fan blade housing; one or more rows of permanent magnets, affixed to the outside of the fan blade housing; one or more fan blade bearings; one or more magnetic field generators affixed to the one or more fan blade bearings and corresponding to the one or more rows of permanent magnets, the magnetic field generators configured to cause the permanent magnets to be propelled forward in the same direction, thereby causing the fan blade housing to which they are attached, and the fan blades within, to spin. 1. A propulsion system , comprising:a fan blade housing;a plurality of fan blades within the fan blade housing;one or more rows of permanent magnets, affixed to the outside of the fan blade housing;one or more fan blade bearings;one or more magnetic field generators affixed to the one or more fan blade bearings and corresponding to the one or more rows of permanent magnets, the magnetic field generators configured to cause the permanent magnets to be propelled forward in the same direction, thereby causing the fan blade housing to which they are attached, and the fan blades within, to spin.2. The propulsion system of claim 1 , wherein each of the one or more magnetic field generators comprises:a base including an upper surface, a lower surface, and an inner wall and an outer wall that are sandwiched between the upper surface and the lower surface, wherein the upper surface includes a first opening defined by the upper edge of the inner wall, the lower surface includes a second opening defined by the lower edge of the inner wall; anda set of magnets placed to cover a portion of the inner wall, wherein each of the magnets is positioned such that an axis of the magnet connecting the north pole and the south pole of the magnet forms an angle with respect to the upper and lower surfaces.3. The propulsion system of claim 2 , wherein the set of magnets are placed inside a set of ...

ASYMMETRIC LOAD COMPENSATION SYSTEM

This disclosure relates to a variable area nozzle of a gas turbine engine. The variable area nozzle includes, among other things, a control unit, a translatable structure, and a plurality of actuators configured to adjust the position of the translatable structure. The plurality of actuators are fluidly coupled to a common fluid source. The control unit is configured to provide instructions to at least one of the actuators to compensate for an asymmetric load from the translatable structure. 1. A variable area nozzle for a gas turbine engine , comprising:a control unit;a translatable structure; anda plurality of actuators configured to adjust the position of the translatable structure, the plurality of actuators fluidly coupled to a common fluid source, wherein the control unit is configured to provide instructions to at least one of the actuators to compensate for an asymmetric load from the translatable structure.2. The variable area nozzle as recited in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of actuators each include a piston moveable within a chamber.3. The variable area nozzle as recited in claim 2 , further comprising a valve assembly operable to direct relatively high pressure fluid to one of a first side of the chamber and a second side of the chamber to adjust the position of the piston.4. The variable area nozzle as recited in claim 3 , wherein the at least one actuator includes an adjustable flow regulator operable to adjust the relative amount of fluid directed to the at least one actuator when an asymmetric load from the translatable structure is detected.5. The variable area nozzle as recited in claim 4 , further comprising at least one sensor configured to generate a signal indicative of the movement of the translatable structure.6. The variable area nozzle as recited in claim 5 , wherein the at least one sensor includes a position sensor.7. The variable area nozzle as recited in claim 6 , wherein the control unit is configured to provide instructions to the ...

Method of scheduling pressure in variable pressure actuation systems

In one aspect, a variable pressure actuation system is provided. The variable pressure actuation system includes an actuator configured to control a variable geometry device, and a fluid line fluidly coupled to the actuator. The fluid line is configured to supply a pressurized fluid to the actuator to facilitate controlling the variable geometry device. The system further includes a load feedback device coupled to the actuator, the load feedback device configured to measure a load placed on the actuator by the variable geometry device.

ON-LINE FLUID SENSOR

A touch sensor is associated with a housing that is adapted for attachment to the outer perimeter of a fluid conduit. The housing can be attached to the fluid conduit such that the touch sensor can detect the presence of fluid within the fluid conduit. The output of the touch sensor can be used by an indicator or processor. 1. A fluid sensor for detecting the presence or absence of a fluid within a fluid conduit , said fluid sensor comprising:a housing configured for installation to an outer surface of said fluid conduit; anda touch sensor associated with said housing;wherein said housing is adapted for attachment to said fluid conduit without breaching a pressure barrier of said fluid conduit;wherein said housing is configured to conform to said fluid conduit such that substantially no air gap exists between said housing proximate said touch sensor and said fluid conduit;wherein said touch sensor detects the presence or absence of a fluid within said fluid conduit proximate said sensor; andwherein said touch sensor outputs a signal indicative of the presence or absence of said fluid within said fluid conduit proximate said sensor.2. The fluid sensor of wherein said fluid conduit is substantially tubular and said housing is adapted for engagement about the circumference of said fluid conduit.3. The fluid sensor of wherein said housing comprises a first portion claim 2 , a second portion claim 2 , and means for coupling said first portion and said second portion.4. The fluid sensor of wherein said housing comprises a first housing portion claim 2 , a second housing portion claim 2 , and a hinge mechanism coupling said first portion and said second portion.5. The fluid sensor of claim 4 , said first housing portion comprising a first flange and said second housing portion comprising a second flange.6. The fluid sensor of further comprising a fastener joining said first flange and said second flange.7. The fluid sensor of claim 6 , said fastener comprising a screw.8. ...

CURRICULUM ASSESSMENT

One or more embodiments of techniques or systems for curriculum assessment are provided herein. One or more assessments can be generated. For example, an assessment can be generated based on one or more forms. In this way, assessments can be created in a structured manner and distributed accordingly. One or more of the assessments may be administered. After one or more students or test takers take the assessments, one or more of the assessments can be analyzed or aggregated. Analysis can include statistical analysis related to one or more similar, related, or associated assessments. In this manner, curriculum assessment can be provided, thereby enhancing teaching efficiency and productivity, etc. 1. A method for curriculum assessment , comprising:determining one or more assessment parameters;selecting questions based on one or more assessment parameters;selecting formats for the questions of an assessment to be generated;selecting formats for the questions for dual administration, via electronically along with an associated paper component;generating the assessment based on the assessment parameters and the format, and the selected questions;printing, by a printing device, on at least one sheet of paper, at least a subset of the selected questions in the selected formats wherein the printed paper;scanning, by a scanning device, a the portion the response found on the sheet of paper, andcapturing via other electronic means the electronically administered portion of the assessment, wherein means of capture include but are not limited to audio or video recording and word processing;grading the scanned assessee paper response, taking into account the steps in solving the selected questions in order to provide insight for possible commensurate credit;grading the electronically administered portion of the assessment;identifying and evaluating assessee response(s) based on the scanned assessee response(s) and electronic responses and scoring appropriately, the identifying ...

Oil Fire and Boil Over Attenuation Using Buoyant Glass Materials

A method is described for using cellular glass blocks, cellular glass nodules, hollow glass spheres, or other buoyant glass materials to attenuate oil fire, limit thermal radiation from an oil fire, and reduce the risk of boil-over phenomenon. Cellular glass blocks, cellular glass nodules, hollow glass spheres, or other buoyant glass products may be deployed passively, prior to an ignition event, or actively, as a response to an ignition event to provide control. Cellular glass or other buoyant glass materials may be in any physical shape such as block, sheet, aggregate, or nodule. 1. A method of controlling the risk of boil over from an oil fire in an oil-containing vessel containing oil having a surface , the method comprising:placing cellular glass beneath a floating roof inside the oil-containing vessel prior to an ignition event causing the oil fire;floating the cellular glass material on the surface of the oil contained in the oil-containing vessel in order to control the oil fire and reduce the risk of boil over.2. The method of wherein said cellular glass comprises a fire resistant claim 1 , floating support beneath said floating roof.3. The method of wherein said cellular glass comprises at least a portion of said floating roof.4. A method of controlling the risk of boil over from an oil fire in an oil-containing vessel containing oil having a surface claim 1 , the method comprising:placing cellular glass material on top of a floating roof of the oil-containing vessel prior to an ignition event causing the oil fire;retaining the cellular glass material on top of the floating roof of the oil-containing vessel until such time as the oil fire collapses the roof of the oil-containing vessel;sinking the floating roof of the oil-containing vessel in the oil; andfloating the cellular glass on the surface of the oil contained in the oil-containing vessel in order to control the oil fire and reduce the risk of boil over.5. The method of wherein said cellular glass ...

Tear resistant multilayer films and articles incorporating such films

A tear resistant film comprises more than five layers situated one on the other in a parallel array. The layers are individually selected from a stiff polyester or copolyester, a ductile polymeric material, and optionally, an intermediate material. The stiff polyester or copolyester is oriented in at least one direction. Tear resistance may be measured in a Graves area test and reflects the ability of the film to absorb energy. The films of the invention are useful in many articles including security control laminates for glazing members.

Severable multilayer thermoplastic film

A dispensable multilayer film having alternating layers of a ductile material, a brittle material, and optionally an intermediate layer. The film has excellent strength in its longitudinal and transverse directions but can be transversely cut by forces of less than 9 Newtons on the cutters of commercially available table top tape dispensers. At least one surface of the sheet material can be coated with a functional material.

Solventless dimeric cyclic ester distillation process

A dimeric cyclic ester of an alpha-hydroxycarboxylic acid (lactide) is separated and recovered from a vapor product stream containing the cyclic ester, the corresponding lower-boiling hydroxycarboxylic acid (lactic), higher-boiling oligomeric hydroxycarboxylic acid and water without the use of solvents. More specifically, the vapor stream is condensed to obtain a condensate containing substantially all the cyclic ester, and the condensate is refined by distillation means alone to recover the cyclic ester substantially free of water, the alpha-hydroxycarboxylic acid and the higher-boiling oligomers.

Thin film depolymerization to dimeric cyclic esters

A process and an apparatus for depolymerizing a thin film to form a dimeric cyclic ester. The process and apparatus afford rapid and substantially complete conversion to a dimeric cyclic ester, little or no decomposition by-products, and high yields of a quality product.

Microprocessor with integrated CPU, RAM, timer, bus arbiter data for communication system

A microprocessor device used as an adapter for a communications loop of the closed-ring, token-passing, local area network type. Each station on the ring has a host processor with a host CPU, a main memory, and a system bus. The microprocessor device, operating relatively independent of the host CPU, is coupled to the main memory by the system bus and includes a local CPU, a local read/write memory, an on-chip timer, a local bus and a bus arbiter. A transmit/receive controller is connected between the ring and the microprocessor device. This controller is coupled to the local bus to directly access the local read/write memory, also under control of the bus arbiter. The local CPU executes instructions fetched from a ROM accessed by the local bus, so the local CPU instruction fetch, the direct memory access from the transmit/receive controller for transmitting or receiving data frames, and the access from the host CPU for copying transmitted or received message frames, all contend for the local bus. Bus arbitration with appropriate priorities is used to control access to the local bus. The on-chip timer accessed by the local bus provides the time period used to monitor and control the communications protocol.

Fat removal and nerve protection device and method

A fat removal device includes a screen which includes passages through which fat can be extruded, to be cut or melted away from the surface of an internal organ. The device includes a blade to cut the fat or radiofrequency monopolar or bipolar electrodes to melt the fat, aspiration to remove the fat away from the screen and blade, irrigation to irrigate the screen and blade, and an electrocautery member to cauterize the capillary bed of the fat. Methods of using removing the fat layer from the surface of an internal body organ are also described.

A catheter for causing thermal trauma to a patent foramen ovale and method of using the catheter

A catheter device for abrading a patent foramen ovale and method of using the device

A device and method for closing a patent foramen ovale comprising a catheter sheath (21) with proximal and distal ends. An abrasive surface (28) on a member is deployably retained within the distal end of the catheter sheath (21). Once the catheter sheath (21) is placed by a treating health care professional across a patent foramen ovale, the abrasive member (28) is deployed outside of the distal end of the catheter sheath (21). When the abrasive member (28) has been deployed, the treating health care professional abrades the inner surfaces of the patent foramen ovale to thereby cause an area of thrombogenesis. The abrasive member (28) is then repositioned into the distal end of the catheter sheath (21), and is then removed from the patient. The thrombogenic area created along the inner surfaces of the patent foramen ovale then creates a thrombus which over time turns into a scar, and the foramen ovale is obliterated.

A balloon catheter for abrading a patent foramen ovale and method of using the balloon catheter

A balloon catheter for causing thermal trauma to a patent foramen ovale and method of using the balloon catheter

Balloon catheter for abrading a patent foramen ovale and method of using the balloon catheter

The present invention provides a device and method for closing a patent foramen ovale. The present invention comprises a catheter sheath with proximal and distal ends. A balloon catheter with a plurality of abrasive members is deployably retained within the catheter sheath. Once the catheter sheath is placed by a treating health care professional across a patent foramen ovale, the balloon catheter is advanced such that the balloon and the abrasive members are deployed outside of the distal end of the catheter sheath. The catheter sheath is then removed from the foramen ovale and the balloon is inflated. The treating healthcare professional then abrades the inner surfaces of the patent foramen ovale to thereby cause an area of thrombogenesis. The balloon catheter is then deflated and the abrasive members are then repositioned into the distal end of the catheter sheath and then removed from the patient. The thrombogenic area created along the inner surfaces of the patent foramen ovale then creates of thrombus which over time turns into a scar and the foramen ovale is obliterated.

Treating solid fuel

A method of treating fine particles of solid carbonaceous fuel of the coal or coke type that comprises mixing the fuel particles with a liquid aqueous solution comprising essentially (a) sodium, potassium, or lithium hydroxide together with (b) calcium, magnesium, or barium hydroxide or carbonate, or a plurality thereof, with a ratio of (a) to the fuel of about 0.04 to 0.70 (typically 0.10 to 0.35) by weight, a ratio of (b) to the fuel of about 0.02 to 0.30 (typically 0.08 to 0.20) by weight, and a ratio of water to the fuel of about 1 to 10 (typically 2 to 5) by weight; heating the resulting mixture, at an elevated pressure, to a temperature of about 150° to 375° C (typically 175° to 300° C) in such a manner as to improve the usefulness of the fuel particles; and cooling to below about 100° C. The cooled mixture either is dried or filtered to separate the fuel particles from the solution, the particles then being washed and dried. The filtered solution is regenerated so that it can be again mixed with unreacted fuel particles. The solution typically comprises essentially sodium hydroxide and calcium hydroxide or carbonate, and may comprise also magnesium hydroxide or carbonate.

Geofencing with wireless beacon based consumer product marketing

Systems and methods for using wireless beacons in point of purchase (“POP”) displays to facilitate the delivery of consumer oriented content to mobile devices is disclosed. Wireless beacons may be used to broadcast wireless signals from POP displays, where the wireless signals include data packets with unique identifiers for the wireless beacons. The wireless signals may be received by mobile devices. A remote server may communicate with the mobile device and provide the mobile device with up-to-date content associated with the POP displays. A geographic location of the mobile device may be assessed and used to determine if the mobile device is at an acceptable location for displaying the up-to-date content.

Neuro thrombectomy catheter

An elongate tubular body extends between a rotatable cutter and a control. The cutter is connected to the control with a rotatable element. A vacuum is applied through an annular passage defined between the tubular body and the rotatable element. The tubular body has a sufficiently small outside diameter and sufficient kink resistance and pushability to navigate through the internal carotid artery and at least into the M 3 segment of the middle cerebral artery.

Hydrothermal method for producing stabilized zirconia

The invention is characterized by two main methods of producing stabilized or partially stabilized zirconia powders with controlled particle size by use of complexing agents and hydrothermal treatment. A further embodiment of the invention is characterized by a combination of the first two methods to produce powders containing more than one major particle size. The invention also allows use of low cost readily available starting material, controlled doping level and incorporation of dual constituents such as MgO, CaO; Y 2 O 3 , MgO; or Y 2 O 3 , CaO in the structure for production of stabilized zirconia. Triply stabilized zirconia containing Y 2 O 3 , MgO and CaO may also be produced. A final embodiment of the invention allows the production of dually and triply stabilized zirconia by hydrothermal treatment without the use of complexing agents.

Coal and coke treatment with aq (bi)carbonate - which removes sulphur and toxi ash components

Fine particles of solid carbonaceous fuels (e.g. coal or coke) are treated by (a) mixing the particles with an aq. soln. contg. (per pt.wt. of fuel) 0.05-4 pts. wt. of one or more carbonates or bicarbonates of Na, K, Li, Mg, Ca or Ba and 1-15 pts. wt. of H2O, and (b) heating the mixt. to a temp. of 150-375 degrees C (pref. 275-350 degrees C) at elevated pressure. The products can be used as fuels or for the prodn. of liq. or gaseous fuels. The treatment extract a large proportion of the sulphur and toxic ash components (Be, B and Pb) from the fuel, thus making it less polluting, and increases its reactivity during gasification.

Crdm with separate scram latch engagement and locking

A control rod drive mechanism (CRDM) configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including separate latch engagement and latch holding mechanisms. A CRDM configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including a four-bar linkage closing the latch, wherein the four-bar linkage biases the latch closed under force of gravity.

Synthetic fuels from coal or coke - preimpregnated with catalyst by hydrothermal treatment

Solid carbonaceous fuels (coal or coke) are converted into synthetic fuels by (a) mixing particles of the solid fuel with an aq. soln. contg. at least one catalytically active cation; (b) heating the mixt. under high pressure at 125-375 degrees C for a time sufficient to modify the structure of the particles and impregnate them with the cation(s); and (c) reacting the particles with one or more of H2, H2O, steam, O2, air, CO, CO2 and organic solvents at a manometric pressure of >10.5 kg/mc2 and a temp. at least equal to the impregnation temp. The process esp. applies to the prodn. of synthesis gas or synthetic natural gas (SNG). The hydrothermal treatment step (b) activates the coal or coke to a greater extent than simple impregnation or mechanical mixing with the catalyst, and (when one of the cations is Ca2+ or Mg2+) reduces the S content of the end product; it also renders caking coals non-caking.

Restaurant table turn system network

A restaurant table turn control and display system for providing real-time communication to staff personnel throughout key areas of a restaurant, comprising two or more monitoring consoles, each having a restaurant layout display having indicia representative of tables available for seating in the restaurant and for communicating to the staff other requirements or needs; a touch screen for activating desired status changes on the system; LED bulbs arranged in an underlying relationship to the indicia on the restaurant layout or software driven images depicted on the display screen, which can be a combination monitor and touch screen; and a controller circuit with programmable circuitry for operating and controlling the system, including providing status changes and communicating such status changes simultaneously to other monitoring consoles electrically operatively connected to said monitoring console.

PROCESS FOR TREATING TITANIFEROUS MATERIALS

Virtual systems for spatial organization, navigation, and presentation of information

Organizing information around a specific spatial domain facilitates managing objects presented in visualization layers of the spatial domain. A first portion of a first program for organizing and mapping information around a specific spatial domain is executed by a first virtual system that is created in a program execution environment operable on a network server. In response to the first virtual system invoking a continuation, a second virtual system is created to execute a second portion of the first program. Invoking the continuation in the program execution environment facilitates each of the first and second virtual systems providing only the capabilities necessary to execute their respective portion of the first program. Optionally, executing the first program includes interpreting the first program with a second program.

Neuro thrombectomy catheter

An elongate tubular body extends between a rotatable cutter and a control. The cutter is connected to the control with a rotatable element. A vacuum is applied through an annular passage defined between the tubular body and the rotatable element. The tubular body has a sufficiently small outside diameter and sufficient kink resistance and pushability to navigate through arteries such as the internal carotid artery.

On-line fluid sensor.

Un sensor de tacto está asociado con un alojamiento que está adaptado para su fijación al perímetro exterior de un conducto de fluido. El alojamiento puede ser fijado al conducto de fluido de tal manera que el sensor de tacto pueda detectar la presencia de fluido dentro del conducto de fluido. La salida del sensor de tacto puede usarse por un circuito remoto, radicador o prcesador.

Severable multilayer thermoplastic film

Crdm with separate scram latch engagement and locking

A control rod drive mechanism (CRDM) configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including separate latch engagement and latch holding mechanisms. A CRDM configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including a four-bar linkage closing the latch, wherein the four-bar linkage biases the latch closed under force of gravity.

Integrated touch sensor electrode and backlight mask

A user interface includes a user interface substrate and an associated integrated sensing electrode and backlight mask in the form of an opaque material having an aperture or otherwise light-transmissive portion therein. The integrated sensing electrode and backlight mask is positioned between the user interface substrate and a light source, such that indicia in the form of the aperture is visible at a surface of the user interface substrate when the light source is illuminated.

Identity security architecture systems and methods

Embodiments of various systems and methods described herein provide an identity security database analytics system which is configured to provide security alerts to a user. The security alerts can include for personalized metrics related to potential identity theft incidents. The personalized metrics can include user specific information on security breaches of the user's personal information as well as depersonalized statistics generated based on information of other users having one or more similar characteristics of the user.

THERMOPLASTIC FILM WITH MULTIPLE LAYERS, SEPARABLE.

UNA PELICULA (10) MULTICAPA DESECHABLE, QUE TIENE CAPAS ALTERNADAS DE MATERIAL DUCTIL (11), MATERIAL FRAGIL (13), Y OPCIONALMENTE UNA CAPA INTERMEDIA (12). LA PELICULA TIENE UNA RESISTENSIA EXCELENTE EN SUS DIRECCIONES LONGITUDINAL Y TRANSVERSAL, PERO PUEDE CORTARSE TRANSVERSALMENTE POR FUERZAS MENORES DE 9 NEWTONS EN LAS CORTADORAS DE SOBREMESA DISPONIBLES COMERCIALMENTE. AL MENOS UNA SUPERFICIE DEL MATERIAL DE LA LAMINA SE PUEDE RECUBRIR CON UN MATERIAL FUNCIONAL. A DISPOSABLE MULTILAYER FILM (10), WHICH HAS ALTERNATED LAYERS OF DUCTILE MATERIAL (11), FRAGILE MATERIAL (13), AND OPTIONALLY AN INTERMEDIATE LAYER (12). THE FILM HAS EXCELLENT STRENGTH IN ITS LONGITUDINAL AND CROSS-CUTTING DIRECTIONS, BUT MAY BE CUTTING CUTTINGLY BY FORCES LESS THAN 9 NEWTONS ON COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE TABLE CUTTERS. AT LEAST ONE SURFACE OF THE SHEET MATERIAL CAN BE COATED WITH A FUNCTIONAL MATERIAL.

Process for processing titaniferrous materials

CRDM with separate scram latch engagement and locking

A control rod drive mechanism (CRDM) configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including separate latch engagement and latch holding mechanisms. A CRDM configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including a four-bar linkage closing the latch, wherein the four-bar linkage biases the latch closed under force of gravity.

Solventless dimeric cyclic ester distillation process

A dimeric cyclic ester of an alpha-hydroxycarboxylic acid (lactide) is separated and recovered from a vapor product stream containing the cyclic ester, the corresponding lower-boiling hydroxycarboxylic acid (lactic), higher-boiling oligomeric hydroxycarboxylic acid and water without the use of solvents. More specifically, the vapor stream is condensed to obtain a condensate containing substantially all the cyclic ester, and the condensate is refined by distillation means alone to recover the cyclic ester substantially free of water, the alpha-hydroxycarboxylic acid and the higher-boiling oligomers.

Integrated touch sensor electrode and backlight mask

A user interface includes a user interface substrate and an associated integrated sensing electrode and backlight mask in the form of an opaque material having an aperture or otherwise light-transmissive portion therein. The integrated sensing electrode and backlight mask is positioned between the user interface substrate and a light source, such that indicia in the form of the aperture is visible at a surface of the user interface substrate when the light source is illuminated.

Crdm with separate scram latch engagement and locking

A control rod drive mechanism (CRDM) configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including separate latch engagement and latch holding mechanisms. A CRDM configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including a four-bar linkage closing the latch, wherein the four-bar linkage biases the latch closed under force of gravity.

FOERFARANDE FOER ANRIKNING AV TITANHALTIGT MATERIAL

User interface with means for light bleed mitigation

A light-transmissive substrate includes an arrangement of penetrations extending from one surface of the substrate toward another surface of the substrate. The penetrations are configured to attenuate or inhibit transmission of light through the substrate from one side of the arrangement of penetrations to the other side of the arrangement of penetrations.

Reinforced carbonaceous pipe and method of making same

FOERFARANDE FOER FOERBRAENNINGSVERKNINGSGRADEN

Severable multilayer thermoplastic film

Abstract A dispensable multilayer film having alternating layers of a ductile material, a brittle material, and optionally an intermediate layer. The film has excellent strength in its longitudinal and transverse directions but can be transversely cut by forces of less than 9 Newtons on the cutters of commercially available table top tape dispensers. At least one surface of the sheet material can be coated with a functional material.

Systems and method for secure wireless payment transactions

When purchasing an item or service, a user enters a PIN enter their mobile communication device and send the PIN, e.g., via text message to a payment authority. The payment authority authenticates the user using at least the PIN and the mobile communication device identifier associated with the user's mobile communication device. If the user is authenticated, then the payment authority will send a transaction code back to the user, which will be displayed on the user's mobile communication device. The user can then provide the transaction code to the merchant. The merchant can enter the transaction code into the Merchant's point of sale system and complete the transaction.

Plaque removal device with rotatable cutting element

An elongate tubular body with a rotatable cutting element is provided. An opening is provided near the distal end of the tubular body, and the cutting element may be partially exposed through the opening. The cutting element is configured to remove plaque from the wall of a body lumen. A distal segment may coupled to the distal end of the tubular body and may have a distal port for slidably receiving a guidewire therethrough.

Flexible adapter for conveying material from extruder to die

A flexible conduit secured to the outlet of an extruder, the opposite end of said conduit being fastened to a die. Heating means encompass the conduit to maintain the material therein in a flowable condition. The flexible conduit allows relative movement between the die and the extruder.

Adjustable air intake assembly and method

An air intake assembly for a vehicle comprises a first housing rotatably mounted on the vehicle and a stationary second housing mounted within the first housing. A plurality of first inlets are formed through the first housing and are adapted to align with a plurality of second inlets formed through the second housing to normally permit the passage of air therethrough for engine consumption purposes. Upon further relative rotation of the housings, the inlets become misaligned to prevent the passage of air therethrough. In the preferred embodiment, inlets are formed through both side and bottom walls of the housings and disposed thereon whereby upon alignment of the inlets formed through the side walls of the housing to permit the passage of air therethrough the inlets formed through the bottom walls of the housings will be closed and vice versa.

Bait harnesses

Improvements to breech-loading guns using recoil for loading

Severable multilayer thermoplastic film

A dispensable multilayer film (10) having alternating layers of a ductile material (11), a brittle material (13), and optionally an intermediate layer (12). The film has excellent strength in its longitudinal and transverse directions but can be transversely cut by forces of less than 9 Newtons on the cutters of commercially available table top tape dispensers. At least one surface of the sheet material can be coated with a functional material.

Browser event tracking for distributed web-based processing, spatial organization and display of information

A Zeetix technology may effectively present resources of any networked environment, such as the internet as a virtual computing platform. An interactive visual presentation, such as on a computing facility human interface, may provide tracking of user gestures in an intuitive, responsive, web-based direct-manipulation user interface to this virtual platform.

Tire removal means with safety lock

SPLIT RIM TYPE WHEEL ASSEMBLY HAVING TIRE REMOVAL MEANS WITH SAFETY LOCK A B S T R A C T A vehicle wheel, on which a tire is mounted, comprised of two rim portions fixed together by fastening bolts is provided with means to prevent disassembly of the rim portions while the tire mounted thereon remains inflated. In the preferred embodiment, a cover plate affixed to one of the rim members by a hinge is positionable over the heads of the fastening bolts and retained thereon by an elongated pin having an enlarged head, the pin extending through an aperture in the rim. The locking pin is urged to this locking position while the tire is inflated by pressure in the tire.

Tear resistant multilayer films and articles incorporating such films

A tear resistant film (10) comprises more than five layers situated one on the other in a parallel array. The layers are individually selected from a stiff polyester or copolyester (13), a ductile polymeric material (11), and optionally, an intermediate material (12). The stiff polyester or copolyester is oriented in at least one direction. Tear resistance may be measured in a Graves area test and reflects the ability of the film to absorb energy. The films of the invention are useful in many articles including security control laminates for glazing members.

Solid fuel preparation method

A process for treating solid particles (66) of a raw carbonaceous fuel (62) such as coal having an original sulfur content comprises producing (at 68) a slurry (74) of a quantity of the raw fuel particles and a liquid medium (70) comprising water, at least one alkali metal compound including a substantial amount of sodium or potassium sulfide or polysulfide or a combination thereof, and a catalytic agent (72) comprising calcium or magnesium oxide or carbonate, or dolomite. The slurry is subjected (in 78) for an effective period of time to elevated temperature and pressure effective with the alkali metal compounds and water to cause the medium to penetrate the microscopic structure of the particles and to chemically and physically incorporate a substantial amount of the catalytic agent into the structure. The readily separable medium is separated (at 84) from the fuel particles and the particles are washed (at 84,106) to produce a particulate fuel product (88,110) containing the incorporated catalytic agent. A substantial portion (90,94) of the separated medium is added (at 70) to the slurry produced as above. A sufficient quantity of the catalytic agent is added (at 72) to the medium or the slurry to replace the catalytic agent removed from the slurry with the particulate fuel product. More raw fuel particles (66) are added to the medium or the slurry. The foregoing steps are carried out continually with a multiplicity of new additions of the raw fuel particles and with a multiplicity of reuses of the separated medium to produce fuel product particles (88,110) containing a quantity of sulfur that is not less than the original sulfur content, in addition to the catalytic agent.

Crdm with separate scram latch engagement and locking

A control rod drive mechanism (CRDM) configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including separate latch engagement and latch holding mechanisms. A CRDM configured to latch onto the lifting rod of a control rod assembly and including a four-bar linkage closing the latch, wherein the four-bar linkage biases the latch closed under force of gravity.

Graft copolymers

Frequency divide by N circuit

A frequency divide by n circuit, where n is an odd number, which includes means for splitting an incoming clock signal of frequency "f" into two non-overlapping complementary clock signals of frequency "f" and a shift register circuit. The shift register circuit is coupled to the signal splitting means and generates an output clock signal of frequency f/n in response to the two complementary clock signals. The output clock signal has a duty cycle equal to ((n-1)/2+D in )/n where D in is the duty cycle of the incoming clock signal. The output duty cycle is substantially independent of processing and operating conditions.

Ribbed or corrugated sheet metal members

Process for beneficiating titaniferous materials

An improved process for beneficiating titaniferous material whereby formation of fines during leaching of the titaniferous material is minimized. The titaniferous material and mineral acid reactants each are heated to an elevated temperature prior to admixing in the leaching operation. The heated reactants then are admixed in a leaching zone and further heated to a leaching temperature of from about 110° C. to about 150° C. The preheating causes at least a portion of the acid-soluble titanium values in the titaniferous material to be hydrolyzed upon dissolution and to form an acid-insoluble precipitate. At least a portion of the precipitate is caused to deposit upon the titaniferous material such that fines or slime formation in the leach liquor is minimized. The leaching is continued for a sufficient time to dissolve most of the acid-soluble impurities contained in the titaniferous material. The solid residue remaining in the leaching zone is recovered as the beneficiated product.