GALLEY PULLOUT

A cabinet assembly includes a cabinet case, a pullout enclosure, and a removable countertop piece. The pullout enclosure is slidable between retracted and extended positions. In the retracted position, a retractable section of the enclosure is received in a pocket of the cabinet case and an exposed section of the enclosure is not received in the pocket. In the extended position, neither the retractable section nor the exposed section are received in the pocket. The countertop piece is configured for insertion into the space between countertops of the cabinet case and the pullout enclosure when the pullout enclosure is in the extended position to thereby lock the pullout enclosure in the extended position. The countertop piece is also configured for removal from the space between the countertops to permit sliding of the pullout enclosure from the extended position into the retracted position. 1. A cabinet assembly operable to support items above a floor , said cabinet assembly comprising:a cabinet case operable to be mounted on the floor and at least partly defining a cabinet pocket;a pullout enclosure operable to receive one or more of the items and slidably attached to the cabinet case,said pullout enclosure being slidable relative to the cabinet case between a retracted position and an extended position,said pullout enclosure comprising an exposed section and a retractable section,said pullout enclosure being configured such that when said pullout enclosure is in the retracted position, the retractable section is received in the pocket and the exposed section is not received in the pocket,said pullout enclosure being configured such that when said pullout enclosure is in the extended position, neither the retractable section nor the exposed section are received in the pocket,said cabinet case and said pullout enclosure comprising respective countertops that are adjacent to one another when the pullout enclosure is in the retracted position and spaced from one ...

INTERACTIVE DISPLAY FOR USE IN OPERATING ROOMS

An interactive method of displaying information in an operating room can include receiving data via a reader from badges associated with persons to establish the presence of persons in the operating room or the like. The data can be processed and the identifying information can be displayed on a display device that is visually accessible within the operating room. The display device can also display other relevant information, including surgical pause checklists, retained object counts, and relevant medical data. 1. An interactive method of displaying information in an operating room in connection with a scheduled surgical procedure , the method comprising:receiving information about a plurality of categories of personnel that have been pre-selected as required for the scheduled surgical procedure and displaying the categories on a display screen;receiving data via a reader from one or more badges associated with one or more respective persons to establish the presence of the one or more persons in the operating room, the data containing identifying information relating to the one or more persons;processing the data received via the reader from the one or more badges of persons in the operating room, and displaying the identifying information from the data on the one or more badges on display device along with the pre-selected plurality of categories of personnel required for the surgical procedure; andassociating the identifying information and preselected categories together on the display screen to indicate whether all preselected categories of personnel are represented by one or more respective persons that have established their presence in the operating room,wherein the display device being visually accessible within the operating room, the identifying information including at least a name of the one or more persons and a role assigned to the one or more persons for the surgical procedure, the display device comprising a display screen that is sufficiently ...

Vertical subsea tree assembly control

The invention relates to a vertical subsea tree assembly control. A vertical subsea tree (21) is operated by a subsea control module (47) supplied with hydraulic and electric power from the surface via umbilical 45. Landing sub (27) connects to and is run into the vertical subsea tree (21) through riser (23). The landing sub (27) engages mating penetrations (41) on an upper portion of the master valve block (33) of the vertical subsea tree (21) to supply flow passages (37) extending from the penetrations (41) and through the master valve block (33)to the subsea control module (47) on the exterior of the tree. The subsea control module (47) is then operated through the landing sub umbilical (45) to control operation of the vertical subsea tree (21).

Sliding adjustable traction seat hooking assembly of vehicle and control system thereof

The present invention provides a sliding adjustable traction seat hooking assembly of a vehicle and a control system thereof, in order to resolve the problem that: a traction vehicle undergoes a severe fuel economic demand; in order to satisfy the demand, it is helpful to reduce the distance of the vehicle and the traction vehicle in a normal work condition, thereby reducing the resistance of wind force. A traction seat actuator enables the traction seat to automatically and longitudinally move according to some vehicle conditions determined by a control system thereby realizing the purpose, wherein the control system is connected with a plurality of vehicle parameter sensors, and the vehicle parameter sensors monitor vehicle speed, vehicle acceleration, vehicle deflection angle, steering angle, steering rate, hinging angle and hinging rate.

ADJUSTABLE SIGN HOLDER

A sign holder has a main portion, a sign or display holding member, a detachable portion, and a breakaway portion. The main portion has a first gripping member and at least first and second receiving members. The sign or display holding member is attached to the main portion and is arranged to releasably and frictionally hold a sign or display. The detachable portion includes a second gripping member and an engagement member. The breakaway portion detachably attaches the main portion and the detachable portion to one another. The engagement member is arranged to engage one of the first and second receiving members in a manner permitting the first and second gripping members to grip a fixture so as to hold the sign holder to the fixture. 1. A sign holder comprising:a first sign holder portion, wherein the first sign holder portion has a first gripping member and at least first and second receiving members;a second sign holder portion, wherein the second sign holder portion includes a second gripping member and an engagement member, and wherein the engagement member is arranged to engage one of the first and second receiving members in a manner permitting the first and second gripping members to grip fixtures of different sizes so as to hold the sign holder to the fixtures; and,a sign or display holding member attached to one of the first and second sign holder portions and arranged to hold a sign or display.2. The sign holder of wherein the first sign holder portion comprises a main portion claim 1 , and wherein the second sign holder portion comprises a detachable portion joined to the main portion by a breakaway portion detachably attaching the main portion and the detachable portion to one another claim 1 , whereby the detachable portion may be detached from the main portion and the engagement member may be engaged to one of the first and second receiving members in a manner permitting the first and second gripping members to grip fixtures of different sizes so as ...

Power Tool with Light Unit

A power tool including a motor, light unit, and switch unit for selectively connecting the motor and light unit to a power source. A control module includes a controller coupled to a first electronic switch to control power delivery to the motor based on a position of the switch unit, and to a second electronic switch to control power delivery to the light source based on a position of the switch unit. A timer is configured to keep the light unit illuminated for a predetermined amount of time after the switch unit has been activated or deactivated. The control module also includes a boot circuit with a semiconductor switch that continues to deliver power to the controller and to the light unit when the switch unit is deactivated subsequent to being activated, to enable the light unit to remain illuminated after the switch unit has been deactivated.

VERTICAL SUBSEA TREE ASSEMBLY CONTROL

A vertical subsea tree is operated by a subsea control module supplied with hydraulic and electric power from the surface through the vertical subsea tree. A landing sub is communicatively coupled to the surface with a landing sub umbilical and run to the vertical subsea tree. The landing sub engages mating penetrations on an upper portion of the master valve block of the vertical subsea tree to supply flow passages extending from the penetrations to the subsea control module through the master valve block. The subsea control module is then operated through the landing sub umbilical to control operation of the vertical subsea tree. 1. A method for controlling a subsea completion or workover assembly in a subsea well having a vertical subsea tree communicatively coupled with a subsea control module , the method comprising the steps of:(a) providing the vertical subsea tree with at least one master valve block passage leading from an inner portion of an upper mandrel of a master valve block to an exterior of the vertical subsea tree, wherein the at least one master valve block passage communicatively couples the vertical subsea tree with the subsea control module;(b) providing the master valve block of the vertical subsea tree with at least one penetration on the inner portion of the upper mandrel communicatively coupled to the at least one master valve block passage;(c) providing a landing sub having at least one landing sub passage extending from a landing sub penetration on a lower portion of the landing sub and connecting the at least one landing sub passage to an umbilical;(d) running the landing sub and the umbilical from a floating platform to land the landing sub on the master valve block and registering the landing sub penetration with the master valve block penetration;(e) supplying at least one of hydraulic fluid pressure and electric potential to the subsea control module through the umbilical, landing sub passage, and master valve block passage; and(f) ...

Narrow Profile Surgical Ligation Clip

A narrow profile surgical ligation clip has two legs with clamping surfaces joined by a hinge near the proximal ends, allowing the clip to reversibly open and close. A locking mechanism is proximal to the hinge to bias or lock the clip closed, including first and second jaw structures spaced on opposite sides of a longitudinal axis of the clip thereby defining a locking space therebetween. In one embodiment, a wedge or buttress body moves by application of an external force applied to a proximal end of the clip towards the hinge to move into the locking space such that one or more outer surfaces or projections of portions of the body fit into or abut against complementary surfaces or other parts of the locking mechanism or clip assembly to bias or lock the clip in a closed position and provide additional closing force to the inner clamping surfaces. 1. A surgical ligation clip , defining a longitudinal axis and comprising:first and second legs each extending along the longitudinal axis and having proximal and distal end portions with respect to said longitudinal axis,a clip hinge joining the first and second legs at a point on their respective proximal end portions, the first and second legs each having inner clamping surfaces between the clip hinge and the distal end portions of said first and second legs, the clamping surfaces being substantially apposed when the clip is in a fully closed position,a first jaw structure on the first leg extending proximal to the clip hinge, the first jaw structure having a first curved inner surface extending from the clip hinge and facing the longitudinal axis and being substantially concave viewed from said axis,a second jaw structure on the second leg extending proximal to the clip hinge and having a second curved inner surface extending from the clip hinge and facing the longitudinal axis and being substantially concave viewed from said axis, anda buttress body extending from and connected to at least one of the first or the ...

AUTOMATIC SURGICAL LIGATION CLIP APPLIER

An applier for ligation clip is provided. The applier includes: an outer tube having mounting bosses; a pair of jaws pivotally connected to the mounting bosses, the jaws having actuating projections; a feed tube located in the outer tube and configured to move axially within the outer tube, the feed tube having actuating slots in which the actuating projections are located; a clip lock arm located in the outer tube and configured to move axially within the outer tube; and a clip advance arm located in the outer tube and configured to move axially within the outer tube, the clip advance arm having flexible pinchers at one end of the clip advance arm. A method of applying a ligation clip is also disclosed. 1. An applier for ligation clip comprising:an outer tube having mounting bosses;a pair of jaws pivotally connected to the mounting bosses, the jaws having actuating projections;a feed tube located in the outer tube and configured to move axially within the outer tube, the feed tube having actuating slots in which the actuating projections are located;a clip lock arm located in the outer tube and configured to move axially within the outer tube; anda clip advance arm located in the outer tube and configured to move axially within the outer tube, the clip advance arm having flexible pinchers at one end of the clip advance arm.2. The applier of claim 1 , wherein the actuating slots are configured to cause the jaws to open when the feed tube is moved in a direction toward the jaws and close the jaws when the feed tube is moved in a direction away from the jaws.3. The applier of claim 1 , further comprising spring fingers on the feed tube configured to prevent a clip in the applier from moving away from the jaws when the clip advance arm is moving away from the jaws.4. The applier of claim 1 , further comprising a slot in the feed tube and a portion of the clip lock arm extends through the slot in the feed tube.5. The applier of claim 1 , wherein the flexible pinchers ...

MANUAL SURGICAL LIGATION CLIP APPLIER

A ligation clip applier is provided. The clip applier includes: a pair of jaws; a distal clevis tube to which the jaws are pivotally mounted; a proximal clevis tube located behind the distal clevis tube, wherein the distal clevis tube and the proximal clevis tubes move axially with respect to each other; a clip lock actuator fixed to one of the proximal and distal clevis tubes; and a distal pushrod extending through the distal and proximal clevis tubes and forming a camming connection with the jaws configured to close and move the jaws toward a proximal direction toward the clip lock actuator when the distal pushrod is moved in the proximal direction. A method for applying a clip on a vessel is disclosed. 1. A ligation clip applier comprising:a pair of jaws;a distal clevis tube to which the jaws are pivotally mounted;a proximal clevis tube located behind the distal clevis tube, wherein the distal clevis tube and the proximal clevis tubes move axially with respect to each other;a clip lock actuator fixed to one of the proximal and distal clevis tubes; anda distal pushrod extending through the distal and proximal clevis tubes and forming a camming connection with the jaws configured to close and move the jaws toward a proximal direction toward the clip lock actuator when the distal pushrod is moved in the proximal direction.2. The clip applier of claim 1 , further comprising a handle actuator operatively connected to the distal pushrod and configured to move the distal pushrod in a proximal direction when the actuator is actuated.3. The clip applier of claim 1 , further comprising a projection on the clip lock actuator configured to contact a buttress on a clip contained in the jaws and move the buttress to a locking position when the clip is moved against the clip lock actuator by the movement of the jaws toward the proximal direction when the distal pushrod is moved in the proximal direction.4. The clip applier of claim 1 , further comprising a spring biasing the ...

ELECTRONIC CLUTCH FOR POWER TOOL

A method is presented for controlling operation of a power tool having an electric motor drivably coupled to an output spindle. The method includes: receiving an input indicative of a clutch setting for an electronic clutch, where the clutch setting is selectable from a plurality of driver modes; setting the value of a maximum current threshold in accordance with the selected one of the plurality of driver modes; determining rotational speed of the electric motor; determining an amount of current being delivered to the electric motor; comparing the amount of current being delivered to the electric motor to the maximum current threshold; and interrupting transmission of torque to the output spindle when the amount of current being delivered to the electric motor exceeds the maximum current threshold and the rotational speed of the electric motor is decreasing. 1. A method of controlling operation of a power tool having an electric motor drivably coupled to an output spindle , comprising:receiving, by a controller residing in the power tool, an input indicative of a clutch setting for an electronic clutch, the clutch setting being selectable from a plurality of driver modes and each of the plurality of driver modes specifies a different value of torque at which to interrupt transmission of torque to the output spindle;setting, by the controller, the value of a maximum current threshold in accordance with the selected one of the plurality of driver modes;determining, by the controller, rotational speed of the electric motor;determining, by the controller, an amount of current being delivered to the electric motor;comparing, by the controller, the amount of current being delivered to the electric motor to the maximum current threshold; andinterrupting transmission of torque to the output spindle when the amount of current being delivered to the electric motor exceeds the maximum current threshold and the rotational speed of the electric motor is decreasing.2. The method ...

INTERACTIVE DISPLAY FOR USE IN OPERATING ROOMS

An interactive method of displaying information in an operating room can include receiving data via a reader from badges associated with persons to establish the presence of persons in the operating room or the like. The data can be processed and the identifying information can be displayed on a display device that is visually accessible within the operating room. The display device can also display other relevant information, including surgical pause checklists, retained object counts, and relevant medical data. 1. An interactive method of displaying information in an operating room in connection with a surgical procedure , the method comprising:receiving data via a reader from one or more badges associated with one or more respective persons to establish the presence of the one or more persons in the operating room, the data containing identifying information relating to the one or more persons; andprocessing the data and displaying the identifying information on a display device that is visually accessible within the operating room, the identifying information including at least a name of the one or more persons and a role assigned to the one or more persons for the surgical procedure.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:logging a time associated with the receipt of data by the reader from the one or more badges; anddisplaying the logged time along with the respective name and role of the one or more persons displayed on the display device.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:entering information on a touchscreen device relating to one or more additional persons to establish the presence of the one or more additional persons in the room, anddisplaying the name and the role of the one or more additional persons on the display device.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:retrieving one or more surgical pause checklists;selecting one of the one or more surgical pause checklists; anddisplaying the selected surgical pause checklist on the ...

Vertical curve rail and method

A device and method for suspending or holding down an overhead contact wire used for supplying power to electrical railway vehicles and trolley buses at the crest or trough of a vertical curve where the contact wire has an abrupt change in line angle. The device smoothes out the abrupt angle into a curve, parabolic in form and of a radius that is smooth for trouble-free operation of current collectors while maintaining elastic suspension. Contact wire uplift continues while passing through the device so that there is an avoidance of hard spots which cause uneven and accelerated contact wire wear. The device can further be used at the crest or trough of a vertical curve to maintain contact wire alignment where a horizontal curve with curve pull is encountered concurrently. 1. A suspension apparatus attached to a support span member for overhead contact wires subjected to abrupt contact wire angle changes at the crest of a vertical curve for tangent suspension to a suspension wire , comprising:a curve rail bar made of spring material curvable to match the curve of said vertical curve;a plurality of clamps attaching said curve rail bar to said contact wire which curve rail bar is supported at said crest of said vertical curve;first and second eye nuts, each attached to a selected different one of said clamps;first and second hanger wires, each having first and second ends, said first ends attached to said first and second eye nut, respectively; andsaid suspension wire having first and second ends, said second end attached to the second ends of said hanger wires forming a V-shape of said hanger wires, said second end of said suspension wire attached to said support span member, said curve rail bar being formed in a curve of a varying radius smoothing out said abrupt angle change in said contact wire, said curve rail bar being flexible in nature to conform to curves of different degree, where said curve rail bar bends in a smooth curve from said eye nuts and supports ...

Neutron Detection

A neutron detector includes a microchannel plate having a structure that defines a plurality of microchannels, and layers of materials disposed on walls of the microchannels. The layers include a layer of neutron sensitive material, a layer of semiconducting material, and a layer of electron emissive material. For example, the layer of neutron sensitive material can include boron-10, lithium-6, or gadolinium. 1. An apparatus comprising:a microchannel plate comprising a structure that defines a plurality of microchannels; andlayers of materials disposed on walls of the microchannels, the layers including a layer of neutron sensitive material, a layer of semiconducting material, and a layer of electron emissive material.2. The apparatus of in which the layer of neutron sensitive material comprises at least 50 mol % of neutron sensitive material.3. The apparatus of in which the layer of neutron sensitive material comprises at least one of boron-10 claim 1 , lithium-6 claim 1 , or gadolinium.4. The apparatus of in which the layer of neutron sensitive material comprises a compound that comprises at least one of boron-10 claim 1 , lithium-6 claim 1 , or gadolinium claim 1 , and the compound comprises at least one of boron-10 oxide claim 1 , boron-10 nitride claim 1 , lithium-6 oxide claim 1 , or gadolinium oxide.5. The apparatus of in which the structure comprises glass.6. The apparatus of in which the semiconducting material comprises AlZnOalloy claim 1 , x and y being positive integers.7. The apparatus of in which the electron emissive material comprises at least one of aluminum oxide (AlO) or magnesium oxide (MgO).8. The apparatus of claim 1 , comprising a gamma ray detector to detect gamma rays claim 1 , and a coincidence unit to determine whether a signal output from the gamma ray detector indicating detection of a gamma ray occurs within a predetermined time period after a signal output from the microchannel plate indicating detection of at least one of a neutron or ...

CLIP APPLIER

A clip applier may be configured to apply a surgical clip and have a pair of jaw members. Each of the jaw members may have an inner surface and a stabilizing member extending from the inner surface. Each of the jaw members may be configured to engage a distal portion of a leg member of the surgical clip. The stabilizing members may be configured to be positioned on opposite lateral sides of a proximal portion of the surgical clip to reduce lateral movement of the surgical clip. An inner portion of each of the stabilizing members may be spaced apart from the opposing jaw member in an open configuration, and each of the jaw members may have a channel on the inner surface to receive the opposing stabilizing member in a closed configuration. 1. A clip applier configured to apply a surgical clip , the clip applier comprising:a first jaw member comprising a first inner surface and a first stabilizing member extending from the first inner surface, the first jaw member being configured to engage a distal portion of a first leg member of the surgical clip; anda second jaw member comprising a second inner surface and a second stabilizing member extending from the second inner surface, the second jaw member being configured to engage a distal portion of a second leg member of the surgical clip,wherein the first stabilizing member and the second stabilizing member are configured to be positioned on opposite lateral sides of a proximal portion of the surgical clip to reduce lateral movement of the surgical clip.2. The clip applier of claim 1 , wherein an inner portion of the first stabilizing member is spaced apart from the second jaw member in an open configuration claim 1 , and an inner portion of the second stabilizing member is spaced apart from the first jaw member in the open configuration.3. The clip applier of claim 1 ,wherein the first jaw member has a first channel in the first inner surface, and the second jaw member has a second channel in the second inner surface, ...

ENERGY PANEL ARRANGEMENT SHUTDOWN

One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for facilitating a shutdown of output power from an energy panel arrangement to an inverter. A shutdown implementation module is coupled between an energy panel arrangement and an inverter that converts DC power from the energy panel arrangement to AC power for an AC power grid. A communication connection is established, over a power-line communication line, between the shutdown implementation module and a shutdown controller associated with the inverter. Responsive to identifying a loss of the communication connection or receiving a shutdown instruction over the power-line communication line, the shutdown implementation module shuts down output power from the energy panel arrangement to the inverter. The shutdown implementation module may be located within a threshold distance from the energy panel arrangement (e.g., within about 10 feet) so that the output power may be shutoff within a threshold timespan (e.g., within about 10 seconds). 1. A system for facilitating a shutdown of output power from an energy panel arrangement to an inverter , comprising: establish a communication connection, over a power-line communication line between the energy panel arrangement and the inverter, with a shutdown controller associated with the inverter; and', 'responsive to identifying a loss of the communication connection, initiate a shutdown of output power from the energy panel arrangement to the inverter., 'a shutdown implementation module coupled between an energy panel arrangement and an inverter that is configured to convert DC power from the energy panel arrangement to AC power for an AC power grid, the shutdown implementation module configured to2. The system of claim 1 , the power-line communication line comprising a DC power line over which DC power is supplied from the energy panel arrangement to the inverter.3. The system of claim 1 , the shutdown implementation module configured to:responsive to receiving a shutdown ...

Apparatus and Method to Render Air Bag Inflators and Other Low Level Detonatable Devices Inert for Recycling

Detonable devices such as charged air bag inflators are fed to a shred tower at a controlled feed rate via a feed valve. Water spray and/or water baths in the shred tower prevent sparking and begin to solubilize chemicals while the inflators are fed to primary and optional secondary shredders respectively performing course and fine shreds. A sump receives the shredded material which continues to solubilize and separate chemicals from metal. A conveyor lifts solids from the sump. Dewatered solids are fed to a receiving box for metal scrap recycling. 1. An apparatus for rendering inert and separating components of detonable devices fabricated from metal and water soluble chemical explosive propellants , for recycling , the apparatus comprising:a feeder configured to receive material including a plurality of the detonable devices;a shred tower configured to convey the material in a downstream direction therethrough, the shred tower including a hopper, at least one shredder disposed within and/or downstream of the hopper, and a water sump disposed downstream of the at least one shredder;a first conveyor operatively engaged with the feeder and the shred tower, the first conveyor configured to feed the material from the feeder to an upstream portion of the hopper at a controlled feed rate;a feed valve disposed at the upstream portion of the hopper, the feed valve being selectively actuatable between open and closed positions to respectively permit and prevent the material from entering the upstream portion of the hopper;a irrigation means to substantially prevent sparking and to begin to solubilize and separate chemicals from the metal during operation of the at least one shredder;the water sump configured to receive the material from the at least one shredder to continue to solubilize and separate the chemicals from the metal;a second conveyor configured to lift solids including shreds of the metal from the sump, wherein residual water runs from the solids back to the ...

MANUAL SURGICAL LIGATION CLIP APPLIER

A ligation clip applier is provided. The clip applier includes: a pair of jaws; a distal clevis tube to which the jaws are pivotally mounted; a proximal clevis tube located behind the distal clevis tube, wherein the distal clevis tube and the proximal clevis tubes move axially with respect to each other; a clip lock actuator fixed to one of the proximal and distal clevis tubes; and a distal pushrod extending through the distal and proximal clevis tubes and forming a camming connection with the jaws configured to close and move the jaws toward a proximal direction toward the clip lock actuator when the distal pushrod is moved in the proximal direction. A method for applying a clip on a vessel is disclosed. 1. A method of applying a clip on a vessel comprising:retaining a clip in a pair of jaws by inclined surfaces on a distal portion on each leg of the clip with a corresponding inclined surfaces on the jaws;moving a distal pushrod in a proximal direction;sliding projections along a slot in at least one jaw to rotate the at least one jaw to a closed position; andmoving the legs of the clip by closing the jaws.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising moving the at least one jaw in a proximate direction with the projection urging against an end of the slot.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising pressing a proximal end of the clip against a clip lock actuator when the at least one jaw is moved in the proximate direction.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising moving a buttress on the clip to a locking position with the clip lock actuator when the at least on jaw continues to move in a proximate direction.5. The method of claim 3 , further comprising biasing the at least one jaw to a distal position with a spring.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising moving the distal pushrod by actuating a pivotal handle.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising limiting an amount of closing pressure that can be exerted by closing the jaws. This application ...

Transient Pressure Event Detection System and Method

A transient pressure event detection system and method for a pipeline network are disclosed. The system includes a data repository encoding route data on the pipeline network, a data receiver configured to receive timestamped pipeline sensor data from each of a plurality of sensors that are spaced apart in the pipeline network, use the sensor data received to identify a transient pressure event occurrence and the timestamp for the event occurrence's arrival time, determine routes in the pipeline network between the sensors, for each route determine a potential source location in the pipeline network for the transient pressure event, perform a simulated transient event for each potential source location and determine a modelled arrival time of a transient corresponding to the event, compare the timestamp of the event occurrence with the modelled arrival time and select the potential source location corresponding to the closest modelled arrival time. 1. A transient pressure event detection system for a pipeline network comprising:a data repository encoding route data on the pipeline network;a data receiver configured to receive pipeline sensor data from each of a plurality of sensors that are spaced apart in the pipeline network, the pipeline sensor data from each sensor being timestamped; i) receive the pipeline sensor data from the data receiver;', "ii) determine, from the sensor data received from each of at least two of the sensors, in respect of each of the at least two sensors, a transient pressure event occurrence and the timestamp for the event occurrence's arrival time;", 'iii) for all pairings of the sensors having a transient pressure event occurrence, determine, from the data repository, routes in the pipeline network between the sensors of the sensor pairing;', 'iv) determine, for each route and in dependence on difference in timestamps of the respective sensors, a potential source location in the pipeline network for the transient pressure event;', 'v) ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING JOBSITE PRODUCTS

An electronic device with a microphone, a speaker, a processor, and a power tool battery pack connectable to and powering the speaker and the processor. The electronic device has software that can cause the processor to perform operations which can cause the electronic device to operate in first and second modes. While the electronic device is operating in the first mode, the device can generate first audio data representing user speech captured by the microphone which can be analyzed by the electronic device or a remote server. The electronic device can switch from operating in the first mode to operating in a second mode, where the electronic device can receive, second audio data from another electronic device. The electronic device can then output, using the speaker, audible content represented by the second audio data. 1: A first electronic device , comprising:at least one microphone;at least one speaker;one or more processors;a power tool battery pack connectable to and powering the at least one speaker and the one or more processors; andone or more computer-readable media storing instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to perform operations comprising:causing the first electronic device to operate in a first mode;generating, while the first electronic device is operating in the first mode, first audio data representing user speech captured by the at least one microphone;causing the first audio data to be analyzed;determining that the first electronic device is communicatively coupled to a second electronic device;causing, based at least in part on determining that the first electronic device is communicatively coupled to the second electronic device, the first electronic device to switch from operating in the first mode to operating in a second mode;receiving, while the first electronic device is operating in the second mode, second audio data from the second electronic device; andoutputting, using the ...

ELECTRONIC CLUTCH FOR POWER TOOL

A method is presented for controlling operation of a power tool having an electric motor drivably coupled to an output spindle. The method includes: receiving an input indicative of a clutch setting for an electronic clutch, where the clutch setting is selectable from a plurality of driver modes; setting the value of a maximum current threshold in accordance with the selected one of the plurality of driver modes; determining rotational speed of the electric motor; determining an amount of current being delivered to the electric motor; comparing the amount of current being delivered to the electric motor to the maximum current threshold; and interrupting transmission of torque to the output spindle when the amount of current being delivered to the electric motor exceeds the maximum current threshold and the rotational speed of the electric motor is decreasing. 1. A power tool comprising:a housing;an output spindle;an electric motor disposed in the housing and configured to provide torque to the output spindle;an input switch for actuating the motor; a current sensing circuit that generates a sensed current signal that corresponds to an amount of current being delivered to the motor;', 'a rotation sensing circuit that generates a sensed rotation signal that corresponds to at least one of an angular position, a speed, and an acceleration of the motor output shaft; and', 'a controller coupled to the current sensing circuit and the rotation sensing circuit, wherein the controller, in a first mode of operation, initiates a first protective operation to interrupt transmission of torque to the output spindle when the sensed rotation signal indicates that the rotational speed of the motor is decreasing and the sensed current signal exceeds a first current threshold value., 'an electronic clutch configured to interrupt transmission of torque to the output spindle when a threshold torque value is exceeded, the electronic clutch including'}2. The power tool of wherein the ...

Methods and Apparatus for User Interactions with Autonomous Vehicles

According to one aspect, a method includes detecting at a vehicle which includes an ultra-wideband (UWB) communications system, a presence of a first device, and pairing the vehicle and the first device, wherein pairing the vehicle and the first device causes the vehicle and the first device to communicate using UWB communications. The method also includes exchanging information between the vehicle and the first device using the UWB communications after the vehicle and the first device are paired, and performing an action using the vehicle, wherein the action is based on the information. 1. A method comprising:detecting, at a vehicle which includes an ultra-wideband (UWB) communications system, a presence of a first device;pairing the vehicle and the first device, wherein pairing the vehicle and the first device causes the vehicle and the first device to communicate using UWB communications;exchanging information between the vehicle and the first device using the UWB communications after the vehicle and the first device are paired; andperforming an action using the vehicle, wherein the action is based on the information.2. The method of wherein the vehicle is an autonomous or semi-autonomous vehicle claim 1 , the method further including:determining, using the information, a trajectory associated with the first device; anddetermining a vehicle location for the vehicle based on the trajectory associated with the first device, wherein performing the action using the vehicle includes causing the vehicle to travel to the vehicle location.3. The method of wherein exchanging the information includes obtaining claim 2 , at the vehicle claim 2 , a first information from the first device at a first time which includes a first location and a first angle of arrival claim 2 , and obtaining claim 2 , at the vehicle claim 2 , a second information from the first device at a second time which includes a second location and a second angle of arrival claim 2 , and wherein determining ...

PHOTOVOLTAIC STRING COMBINER WITH MODULAR PLATFORM ARCHITECTURE

One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for managing a photovoltaic arrangement. A photovoltaic string combiner may be configured to combine a set of photovoltaic strings of the photovoltaic arrangement. The photovoltaic string combiner comprises a modular platform architecture configured to host one or monitoring modules in a plug and play manner based upon a drop in topology where a user may easily install or remove monitoring modules from the modular platform architecture. A monitoring module may automatically self-detect, such as during boot up, positional data (e.g., an indication that the monitoring module is to monitor a first set of 8 photovoltaic strings) and/or configuration data (e.g., calibration data, a grounded configuration, a floating configuration, etc.). The monitoring modules may provide positional data, configuration data, and/or measurement data (e.g., a current measurement from a photovoltaic string) to a main controller module that manages the photovoltaic arrangement. 1. A system for managing a photovoltaic arrangement , comprising: [ self-detect at least one of first positional data of the first monitoring module within the modular platform architecture or first configuration data of the first monitoring module; and', 'obtain first measurement data from a first photovoltaic string connected to the first monitoring module; and, 'a modular platform architecture configured to host one or more monitoring modules interconnected by a communication channel, the one or more monitoring modules comprising a first monitoring module comprising a first local processor configured to, 'a main controller module, connected to the modular platform architecture by the communication channel, configured to determine a state of the photovoltaic arrangement based upon at least one of positional data, configuration data, or measurement data received from the one or more monitoring modules., 'a photovoltaic string combiner configured to combine a set of ...

METHODS FOR INHIBITING CORROSION

The present disclosure is directed to the methods for identifying a combined corrosion inhibitor formulation comprising at least a first and second corrosion inhibitor formulation for inhibiting corrosion in various substrates, for example in metal substrates. The present disclosure is also directed to compositions for inhibiting corrosion comprising a combined corrosion inhibitor formulation each independently selected from organic heterocyclic compounds and metal salts, metal anions, metal complexes, or any combinations thereof selected from rare earth, alkali earth and transition metals. 2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the combined corrosion inhibitor formulation is according to (i) claim 1 , and the at least two metal cations are selected from the group consisting of Pr claim 1 , Gd claim 1 , Tb claim 1 , Ce claim 1 , Dy claim 1 , Sm claim 1 , Er claim 1 , Lu claim 1 , Tm claim 1 , Zn claim 1 , Co claim 1 , Cu claim 1 , and the at least one organic heterocyclic compound of Formula 1 is selected from the group consisting of 3-amino-1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,4-triazole claim 1 , benzimidazole claim 1 , 1H-benzotriazole claim 1 , 5-amino-2-mercapto-1 claim 1 ,3 claim 1 ,4-thiadiazole claim 1 , 9H-purine-8-thiol claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,4-triazole claim 1 , 1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,4-triazole-3-thiol claim 1 , and 5-methyl-2-mercapto-1 claim 1 ,3 claim 1 ,4-thiadiazole.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the combined corrosion inhibitor formulation is according to (ii) claim 1 , and the at least one metal cation is selected from the group consisting of Pr claim 1 , Gd claim 1 , Tb claim 1 , Ce claim 1 , Dy claim 1 , Sm claim 1 , Er claim 1 , Lu claim 1 , Tm claim 1 , Zn claim 1 , Co claim 1 , Cu claim 1 , the at least one metal anion is selected from the group consisting of MoO claim 1 , VO claim 1 , ZrO claim 1 , WO claim 1 , and the at least one organic heterocyclic compound of Formula 1 is selected from the group consisting of 3-amino-1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,4- ...

PHOTOVOLTAIC STRING REVERSE POLARITY DETECTION

One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for detecting reverse polarity of a photovoltaic system. A fuse holder may comprise a fuse holder body configured to receive a fuse used to protect against excessive current from a photovoltaic string of the photovoltaic system, such as current from a short circuit due to the photovoltaic string being installed backwards and having a reverse polarity. Because installation of the fuse while the photovoltaic string has reverse polarity may result in substantial damage and harm, a reverse polarity detection component may be configured to identify the reverse polarity and provide a warning of the reverse polarity before the fuse is installed (e.g., an audible alert, a blinking light, a locking of the fuse holder to prohibit installation of the fuse, etc.). 1. A system for detecting reverse polarity of a photovoltaic system , comprising: a fuse holder body configured to receive a fuse; and', identify a polarity of a photovoltaic string of a photovoltaic arrangement; and', 'responsive to the polarity being indicative of a reverse polarity, provide a reverse polarity indication of the reverse polarity., 'a reverse polarity detection component configured to], 'a fuse holder comprising2. The system of claim 1 , the fuse holder body comprising:a locking mechanism configured to lock the fuse holder body to prohibit installation of the fuse based upon the photovoltaic string having the reverse polarity.3. The system of claim 2 , the locking mechanism comprising a solenoid.4. The system of claim 1 , the fuse holder comprising a first indicator light and a second indicator light claim 1 , and the reverse polarity detection component configured to:responsive to the polarity being indicative of the reverse polarity, provide the reverse polarity indication through the first indicator light; andresponsive to the polarity being indicative of a normal polarity, provide a normal polarity indication through the second indicator light.5. ...

Holographic Light Detection and Ranging

A light detection and ranging system arranged to scan a scene is provided. A light source outputs light having a first characteristic. A spatial light modulator receives output light from the light source and outputs spatially-modulated light in accordance with computer-generated holograms represented thereon. A light detector receives light having the first characteristic from the scene and outputs a light response signal. A holographic controller is arranged to output a plurality of computer-generated holograms to the spatial light modulator. Each computer-generated hologram is arranged to form structured light having a corresponding pattern within the scene. The holographic controller is further arranged to change the pattern of the structured light formed by at least one of the plurality of computer-generated holograms. 1. A light detection and ranging , “LIDAR” , system arranged to survey a scene , the system comprising:a light source arranged to output light having a first characteristic;a spatial light modulator, “SLM”, arranged to receive the light from the light source and output spatially-modulated light in accordance with computer-generated holograms displayed on the spatial light modulator;a holographic controller arranged to output a plurality of computer-generated holograms to the spatial light modulator, wherein each computer-generated hologram is arranged to form structured light having a corresponding pattern in a replay field within the scene, and the holographic controller is further arranged to change the pattern of the structured light formed in the replay field by at least one of the plurality of computer-generated holograms;a light detector arranged to receive light having the first characteristic from the scene and output a light response signal, wherein the light detector comprises an array of light detecting elements, andan optical system associated with the array of light detecting elements, the optical system arranged such that each light ...

Integrated system for localization of resources

A method for localizing a software resource in a second language is disclosed. The method may include receiving a software resource in a first language, receiving data relating to a state of translations performed for the software application by a localization service, determining based on the software resource in the first language and the data whether an up-to-date software resource in a second language exists in a data store where the software resource in the second language corresponds to the software resource in the first language. Upon determining that the up-to-date software resource in the second language exists, utilizing the up-to-date software resource in the build process, and upon determining that the up-to-date software resource does not exist in the data store, sending a request to the localization service to create the up-to-date software resource in the second language, and upon creation of the up-to-date software resource receiving a link to a location of the software resource in the data store.

Methods and Apparatus for Providing State Estimation in Autonomous Vehicles

According to one aspect, a method includes obtaining, at a first unit, a first signal, and storing an indication of an arrival time of the first signal in a register of the first unit. The method also includes obtaining a digital signal to be provided to a controller area network (CAN) circuit system, the CAN circuit system being included in the first unit, adding the indication to the digital signal, wherein adding the indication to the digital signal creates an updated digital signal, and providing the updated digital signal to the CAN circuit system. 1. A method comprising:obtaining, at a first unit, a first signal;storing an indication of an arrival time of the first signal in a register of the first unit;obtaining a digital signal to be provided to a controller area network (CAN) circuit system, the CAN circuit system being included in the first unit;adding the indication to the digital signal, wherein adding the indication to the digital signal creates an updated digital signal; andproviding the updated digital signal to the CAN circuit system.2. The method of wherein the first unit is a traction motor controller claim 1 , the traction motor controller further including a hardware circuit system and a digital signal processor claim 1 , and wherein the arrival time is a timestamp.3. The method of wherein the first signal is a timing synchronization signal.4. The method of further including:obtaining, at the digital signal processor, an analog signal, the analog signal being obtained from a rotary position sensor;converting, using the digital signal processor, the analog signal into the digital signal.5. The method of wherein the first signal is obtained from a second unit claim 4 , and wherein the updated digital signal is provided by the CAN circuit signal to the second unit.6. The method of wherein the first unit and the second unit are included in a control system of an autonomous vehicle.7. The method of wherein the digital signal processor captures the ...

CONTINUOUS INSTALLATION OF MULTIPLE SUBSEA FUNCTION LINES WITH IN-LINE TEES

The invention relates to subsea installations for offshore production of oil and gas, and more particularly to seabed assemblies, systems and methods for continuous installation of multiple subsea functional lines with connected in-line modules /assemblies. 116070110111220212216040307050515230. A subsea arrangement () adapted for continuous installation of multiple subsea functional lines with connected in-line modules ( , ) , the subsea arrangement () comprising a production line () having a production inflow side () and a production outflow side () , and an umbilical line () having a production inflow side () and a production outflow side () , wherein the subsea arrangement () further comprises a common host structure arranged for hosting a combination of an in-line Tee module () connected via a well jumper () to a single X-mas tree () and an in-line SDU module () connected via hydraulic/electrical/optical jumpers ( , , ) to the X-mas tree ().2180. The subsea arrangement () according to claim 1 , wherein the common host structure is a common mudmat ().31. The subsea arrangement () according to claim 1 , wherein the common host structure is a seabed itself.4110. The subsea arrangement () according to claim 1 , wherein the common host structure is the production line () itself.51646010. The subsea arrangement () according to claim 4 , wherein a bracket arrangement () for pipeline support is used in order to hold the in-line Tee module () on the production line ().61747010. The subsea arrangement () according to claim 4 , wherein a bracket arrangement () for pipeline support is used in order to hold the in-line SDU module () on the production line ().7160676010. The subsea arrangement () according to claim 4 , wherein the in-line Tee module () further comprises a rotation adjustment mechanism () adapted for correction of the position of the in-line Tee module () with respect to the pipeline ().8170777010. The subsea arrangement () according to claim 4 , wherein the ...

Nanopore arrays for sequencing nucleic acids

To form a layer separating two volumes of aqueous solution, there is used an apparatus comprising elements defining a chamber, the elements including a body of non-conductive material having formed therein at least one recess opening into the chamber, the recess containing an electrode. A pre-treatment coating of a hydrophobic fluid is applied to the body across the recess. Aqueous solution, having amphiphilic molecules added thereto, is flowed across the body to cover the recess so that aqueous solution is introduced into the recess from the chamber and a layer of the amphiphilic molecules forms across the recess separating a volume of aqueous solution introduced into the recess from the remaining volume of aqueous solution.

Armored Cable With Integral Support

A system for providing cable support may be provided. The system may comprise a conductor core, a filler that may provide integral core support, and armor. The conductor core may comprise at least one conductor. The filler may be applied around at least a portion of the conductor core. The armor may be applied around at least a portion of the filler. The applied armor may be configured to cause the filler to apply a strong enough force on an exterior of the conductor core configured to keep the conductor core from slipping down an interior of the filler due to a gravitational force. In addition, the applied armor may be configured to cause the filler to apply a strong enough force on an interior of the armor configured to keep a combination of the conductor core and the filler from slipping down the interior of the armor due to the gravitational force. 136-. (canceled)37. A cable comprising:a conductor core comprising at least three conductors and at least one ground wire; 'the filler comprising micro-spheres and a polyvinyl chloride; and', 'a filler around the conductor core,'} 'the armor comprising a concave side facing the filler, wherein portions of the filler fill concavities created by the concave side.', 'an electrically conductive armor around the filler,'}38. The cable of claim 37 , wherein at least one of the at least three conductors is an insulated conductor.39. The cable of claim 37 , wherein the at least three conductors are insulated conductors.40. The cable of claim 39 , wherein the amount of micro-spheres is between 0.1% and 5% based on the total weight of the filler.41. The cable of claim 37 , wherein the armor is free of a jacket on an exterior of the armor.42. The cable of claim 37 , wherein the armor comprises a continuous strip applied helically around the filler.43. The cable of claim 37 , wherein the armor comprises interlocked strips applied around the filler.44. The cable of claim 37 , wherein at least one ground wire is adjacent at least ...

COMPOSITIONS FOR INHIBITING CORROSION

The present disclosure relates to agents, compositions, and methods for inhibiting corrosion in various substrates, for example in metal substrates. The present disclosure also relates to compositions for inhibiting corrosion comprising at least one organic heterocyclic compound and at least one metal salt or mixed metal salt selected from rare earth, alkali earth and transition metals. 2. The method of claim 1 , wherein each of the metal salt or mixed metal salt and the corrosion inhibiting agent are provided as individual components in the composition and not a preformed metal-organic complex.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein a ratio of metal salt:corrosion inhibiting agent in the corrosion inhibitor composition is provided with an excess of the metal salt in comparison to the corrosion inhibiting agent.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein Yis SH.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein Xis N.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein Xis NH.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the metal is selected from at least one of La claim 1 , Pr claim 1 , Ce claim 1 , Co claim 1 , and Y.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the metal is selected from at least one of Zn claim 1 , Pr and Ce.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the substrate is a copper-containing metal substrate.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein A is fused with one or more aryl or heteroaryl rings to form a ring that is a purine.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein A is fused with one or more aryl or heteroaryl rings to form a ring that is a benzimidazole.13. The composition of claim 12 , wherein each of the metal salt or mixed metal salt and the corrosion inhibiting agent are provided as individual components in the composition and not a preformed metal-organic complex.14. The composition of claim 12 , wherein a ratio of metal salt:corrosion inhibiting agent in the corrosion inhibitor composition is provided with an excess of the metal salt in comparison to the corrosion inhibiting agent.15. The composition of claim 12 , wherein ...

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING AN AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE USING A REMOTE CONTROL DEVICE

According to one aspect, a method comprising includes identifying a remote control as attempting to pair with a first vehicle, and determining whether the remote control is authorized to pair with the first vehicle, wherein determining whether the remote control is authorized to pair with the first vehicle includes determining whether credentials associated with the remote control indicate that the remote control is authorized to pair with the first vehicle. The method also includes causing the remote control to pair with the first vehicle when it is determined that the remote control is authorized to pair with the first vehicle, wherein causing the remote control to pair with the first vehicle enables the remote control to remotely control the first vehicle. 1. A method comprising:identifying a remote control as attempting to pair with a first vehicle;determining whether the remote control is authorized to pair with the first vehicle, wherein determining whether the remote control is authorized to pair with the first vehicle includes determining whether credentials associated with the remote control indicate that the remote control is authorized to pair with the first vehicle; andcausing the remote control to pair with the first vehicle when it is determined that the remote control is authorized to pair with the first vehicle, wherein causing the remote control to pair with the first vehicle enables the remote control to remotely control the first vehicle.2. The method of wherein determining whether the credentials associated with the remote control indicate that the remote control is authorized to pair with the first vehicle includes determining whether the credentials are current claim 1 , wherein when the credentials are current claim 1 , it is determined that the remote control is authorized to pair with the first vehicle.3. The method of wherein the first vehicle is of a first type claim 1 , determining whether the credentials associated with the remote ...

COMPOSITION FOR INHIBITING CORROSION

The present disclosure is directed to the agents, compositions, and methods for inhibiting corrosion in various substrates, for example in metal substrates. The compositions for inhibiting corrosion comprise at least one organic heterocyclic compound and at least one metal salt or mixed metal salt selected from rare earth, alkali earth and transition metals. 2. The method of claim 1 , wherein ring A is selected from an optionally substituted monocyclic 5 or 6 membered heteroaryl or heterocyclic ring or an optionally substituted bicyclic heteroaryl or heterocyclic ring claim 1 , wherein the bicyclic ring has two rings independently selected from 5 and 6 membered rings.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein Yis SH.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein Xis selected from N claim 1 , NH claim 1 , and S.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein Xis selected from N claim 1 , NH claim 1 , and S.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the metal is selected from at least one of La claim 1 , Pr claim 1 , Ce claim 1 , Co claim 1 , and Y.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the metal is selected from at least one of Zn claim 1 , Pr and Ce.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the substrate is a copper-containing metal substrate.10. The composition of claim 9 , wherein the concentration range of the corrosion inhibiting agent is from about 10M to about 5×10M.11. The composition of claim 9 , wherein the concentration range of the metal is from about 10M to about 5×10M.12. The composition of claim 9 , wherein the composition is a coating composition comprising a film-forming organic polymer.13. The composition of claim 12 , wherein the film-forming organic polymer comprises one or more epoxy based resins.14. The composition of claim 9 , wherein the composition is a powder coating composition comprising one or more additives suitable for use in powder coatings.15. The composition of claim 9 , further comprising one or more additives comprising one or more pigments claim 9 , fillers claim 9 , and extenders. ...

CONTROLLED GUEST ACCESS TO WI-FI NETWORKS

A Wi-Fi network includes one or more access point devices configured to connect to one or more devices; wherein the Wi-Fi network is designated by a Service Set Identifier (SSID); wherein each Wi-Fi client device accesses the Wi-Fi network using the SSID and a key of a plurality of keys each being a password or certificate for the Wi-Fi network; and wherein each of the plurality of keys designates an access zone of a plurality of access zones each defining rules for network and/or device access such that the one or more access point devices provide selective access based on which of the plurality of keys is used for each of the one or more devices. 1. A Wi-Fi network , comprising:one or more access point devices configured to connect to one or more devices;wherein the Wi-Fi network is designated by a Service Set Identifier (SSID);wherein each Wi-Fi client device accesses the Wi-Fi network using the SSID and a key of a plurality of keys each being a password or certificate for the Wi-Fi network; andwherein each of the plurality of keys designates an access zone of a plurality of access zones each defining rules for network and/or device access.2. The Wi-Fi network of claim 1 , wherein the SSID is for both guest users and home users with the guest users having a different password or certificate from the home users.3. The Wi-Fi network of claim 1 , wherein the access zones comprise a first access zone with unlimited access and a second access zone for guests claim 1 , and wherein the second access zone comprises one or more devices on the Wi-Fi network selectively disallowed for the guests.4. The Wi-Fi network of claim 1 , wherein the access zone comprises one or more limitations related to traffic amount claim 1 , access time claim 1 , traffic prioritization claim 1 , and time limit for access.5. The Wi-Fi network of claim 1 , wherein the access zone comprise limitations related to physical location in a distributed Wi-Fi system.6. The Wi-Fi network of claim 1 , ...

Neutron Detection

A neutron detector includes a microchannel plate having a structure that defines a plurality of microchannels, and layers of materials disposed on walls of the microchannels. The layers include a layer of neutron sensitive material, a layer of semiconducting material, and a layer of electron emissive material. For example, the layer of neutron sensitive material can include at least one of hafnium (Hf), samarium (Sm), erbium (Er), neodymium (Nd), tantalum (Ta), lutetium (Lu), europium (Eu), dysposium (Dy), or thulium (Tm). 1. An apparatus comprising:a microchannel plate comprising a structure that defines a plurality of microchannels; andlayers of materials disposed on walls of the microchannels, the layers including a layer of neutron sensitive material, a layer of semiconducting material, and a layer of electron emissive material, in which the layer of neutron sensitive material comprises at least one of hafnium (Hf), samarium (Sm), erbium (Er), neodymium (Nd), tantalum (Ta), lutetium (Lu), europium (Eu), dysposium (Dy), or thulium (Tm).2. The apparatus of in which the layer of neutron sensitive material comprises at least 50 mol % of neutron sensitive material.3. The apparatus of in which the layer of neutron sensitive material comprises at least 30 mol % of neutron sensitive material.4. The apparatus of in which the layer of neutron sensitive material comprises at least one of boron-10 claim 1 , lithium-6 claim 1 , or gadolinium.5. The apparatus of in which the layer of neutron sensitive material comprises a compound that comprises at least one of boron-10 claim 1 , lithium-6 claim 1 , or gadolinium claim 1 , and the compound comprises at least one of boron-10 oxide claim 1 , boron-10 nitride claim 1 , lithium-6 oxide claim 1 , or gadolinium oxide.6. The apparatus of in which the structure comprises at least one of glass claim 1 , polymer claim 1 , or plastic.7. The apparatus of in which the semiconducting material comprises AlZnOalloy claim 1 , x and y being ...

Seal Assembly Having An Anti-Friction Ring And Method Of Assembly

A seal system may include: an annular shaped resilient seal, the resilient seal having an outer portion, an inner portion, a distal end, and a proximal end; a conical portion located in the inner portion of the resilient seal, the conical portion converging toward the distal end, the conical portion defining a hole at the distal end; an anti-friction ring; flexible fingers defining at least part of the anti-friction ring; and an end feature located at a distal part of the flexible fingers, the end feature having at least a partial spherical cross-sectional shape, wherein the anti-friction ring is dimensioned to fit, at least partially, in the conical portion of the inner portion of the resilient seal. A method of making a seal system may also be provided. 1. A seal system comprising:an annular shaped resilient seal, the resilient seal having an outer portion, an inner portion, a distal end, and a proximal end;a conical portion located in the inner portion of the resilient seal, the conical portion converging toward the distal end, the conical portion defining a hole at the distal end;an anti-friction ring;flexible fingers defining at least part of the anti-friction ring; andan end feature located at a distal part of the flexible fingers, the end feature having at least a partial spherical cross-sectional shape,wherein the anti-friction ring is dimensioned to fit, at least partially, in the conical portion of the inner portion of the resilient seal.2. The seal system of claim 1 , further comprising a rib located about a circumference on the outer portion of the seal.3. The seal system of claim 2 , further comprising a second rib located about the circumference on the outer portion of the seal.4. The seal system of claim 1 , wherein the flexible fingers are configured in a generally conical configuration.5. The seal system of claim 4 , wherein the flexible fingers are attached to the rest of the anti-friction ring by a hinge portion having about the same width as a ...

Methods and Apparatus for Activating and Monitoring Functions of an Autonomous Vehicle

According to one aspect, mechanisms already in vehicles may be substantially repurposed or reconfigured to facilitate autonomous driving. Cruise control controls, e.g, a cruise control stem or stick, in a vehicle may be configured for use to activate and to deactivate an autonomous mode in the vehicle. By repurposing cruise control controls to activate and to deactivate an autonomous mode, drivers may efficiently activate and deactivate the autonomous mode while a vehicle operates, a vehicle includes an autonomy system, an activator mechanism, and a cruise control system. The autonomy system is configured to enable the vehicle to operate in an autonomous mode when the autonomy system is in an active state. The activator mechanism including a toggle having a first toggle state and a second toggle state. The toggle is in communication with the autonomy system to activate the active state when the toggle is in the first toggle state and to deactivate the active state when the toggle is in the second toggle state The cruise control system is arranged to be engaged to cause a speed of the vehicle to be automatically controlled, wherein the cruise control system is physically decoupled from the activator mechanism. 1. A vehicle comprising:an autonomy system, the autonomy system configured to enable the vehicle to operate in an autonomous mode when the autonomy system is in an active state;an activator mechanism, the activator mechanism including a toggle, the toggle having a first toggle state and a second toggle state, the toggle being in communication with the autonomy system to activate the active state when the toggle is in the first toggle state and to deactivate the active state when the toggle is in the second toggle state; anda cruise control system, the cruise control system arranged to be engaged to cause a speed of the vehicle to be automatically controlled, wherein the cruise control system is physically decoupled from the activator mechanism.2. The vehicle of ...

Apparel with Article Holding Loop

Devices are disclosed relating to two separate embodiments. The first device is an apparel with article holding loop attached to a shirt and the second device is an apparel with article holding loop attached to a pocket that is attached to a shirt. A user inserts a left or right temple piece of eyewear through the holding loop. When a user bends over into a horizontal position, the eyewear pivots on the holding loop to enable the eyewear to remain vertical and not fall off. 110. An apparel with article holding loop () which comprises:{'b': 12', '12', '12', '12', '12', '16', '12', '16', '12', '12', '16', '12', '12', '12', '12', '12', '12', '16', '12', '12', '16', '12, 'a holder () having a holder first end (A), holder second end (B), holder top (T), holder lower (L), and a shirt (); wherein the holder first end (A) is securely fastened to the shirt () by a holder first end attachment (AA) and the holder second end (B) is securely fastened to the shirt () by a holder second end attachment (BA) forming a holder hoop (C) there between; the holder hoop (C) comprising a holder hoop first end (CA) and a holder hoop second end (CB); the holder hoop first end (CA) is securely fastened to the shirt () by a holder hoop first end attachment (CAA) and the holder hoop second end (CB) is securely fastened to the shirt () by a holder hoop second end attachment (CBA).'}210121612. The apparel with article holding loop () as described in claim 1 , wherein the holder top (T) is securely fastened to the shirt () by a holder top attachment (TA).310121612. The apparel with article holding loop () as described in claim 1 , wherein the holder lower (L) is securely fastened to the shirt () by a holder lower attachment (LA).41012181818. The apparel with article holding loop () as described in claim 1 , wherein the holder hoop (C) forms an opening through which an eyewear left temple piece (L) or an eyewear right temple piece (R) of an eyewear () is inserted there through.51012. The apparel ...

AUTOMATIC SURGICAL LIGATION CLIP APPLIER

An applier for ligation clip is provided. The applier includes: an outer tube having mounting bosses; a pair of jaws pivotally connected to the mounting bosses, the jaws having actuating projections; a feed tube located in the outer tube and configured to move axially within the outer tube, the feed tube having actuating slots in which the actuating projections are located; a clip lock arm located in the outer tube and configured to move axially within the outer tube; and a clip advance arm located in the outer tube and configured to move axially within the outer tube, the clip advance arm having flexible pinchers at one end of the clip advance arm. A method of applying a ligation clip is also disclosed. 1. A method of applying a ligation clip comprising:sliding a feed tube forward thereby camming a projection on a jaw to move the jaw to an open position;sliding a clip arm forward thereby pushing a clip into the jaws;sliding the feed tube rearward thereby camming the projection on the jaw to move the jaw to a closed position; andadvancing a clip arm to a forward position to push a buttress on the clip into a buttress locking void thereby locking the clip and a closed position.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising storing a stack of clips in the feed tube wherein the clips are in a semi-closed state.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising actuating the feed tube with a lever and once the feed tube has moved rearward to close the jaws claim 1 , diverting any additional force applied on a lever to a spring thereby limiting the closing force of the jaws.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising opening the clip as it enters the jaws.5. The method of further comprising claim 1 , advancing a clip stack pusher into the jaws once there are no more clips in the feed tube.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the method is accomplished by using an applier for a ligation clip comprising:an outer tube having mounting bosses, the mounting bosses defining holes;a ...

METHOD FOR PRODUCING RETINAL PIGMENT EPITHELIAL CELLS

The invention relates to a method for producing retinal pigment epithelial cells. 1. A method for producing retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cells comprising the steps of:(a) culturing pluripotent cells in the presence of a first SMAD inhibitor and a second SMAD inhibitor;(b) culturing the cells of step (a) in the presence of a BMP pathway activator and in the absence of the first and second SMAD inhibitors; and,(c) replating the cells of step (b).2. The method according to wherein claim 1 , in step (a) claim 1 , the cells are cultured as a monolayer.3. The method according to or wherein claim 1 , in step (b) claim 1 , the cells are cultured as a monolayer.4. The method according to wherein claim 1 , in step (a) claim 1 , the cells are cultured in a suspension culture.5. The method according to any one of claim 1 , or wherein claim 1 , in step (b) claim 1 , the cells are cultured in a suspension culture.6. The method according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the pluripotent cells are selected from embryonic stem cells or induced pluripotent stem cells.7. The method according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the pluripotent cells are human cells.8. The method according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the pluripotent cells are human embryonic stem cells.9. The method according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the pluripotent cells are human induced pluripotent stem cells.10. The method according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the pluripotent cells are obtained by means which do not require the destruction of a human embryo.11. The method according to any one of to wherein the first SMAD inhibitor is an inhibitor of BMP type 1 receptor ALK2.12. The method according to any one of to wherein the first SMAD inhibitor is an inhibitor of BMP type 1 receptors ALK2 and ALK3.13. The method according to any one of to wherein the first SMAD inhibitor prevents Smad1 claim 1 , Smad5 and/or Smad8 phosphorylation.14. The method according to any one of to wherein the ...

CONNECTION SYSTEM FOR SUBSEA FLOW INTERFACE EQUIPMENT

A system for connecting flow interface equipment to a subsea tree or manifold is disclosed. The system relates to an apparatus adapted to inject fluids into a well having a flow bore. The system includes a connection apparatus adapted to land a conduit on a subsea tree or manifold and to connect the conduit of the connection apparatus to an access port or choke body of the tree or manifold. 1. A subsea assembly for control of fluid flow from and to a subsea manifold , the assembly comprising:a lateral branch extending from the subsea manifold, the lateral branch including a lateral branch inlet and a lateral branch outlet;an access port extending through the lateral branch, the access port including a secondary conduit fluidly connected to the lateral branch outlet;a flow interface device including a first flexible conduit and a second flexible conduit; anda piping interface including an inner member, the piping interface configured to fluidly connect to the first flexible conduit and the second flexible conduit;wherein the piping interface is connectable to the access port such that the inner member and the secondary conduit form a first flowpath that fluidly connects the first flexible conduit of the flow interface device to the lateral branch outlet and a second flowpath separate from the first flowpath that fluidly connects the second flexible conduit of the flow interface device to the lateral branch inlet.2. The subsea assembly of further comprising:a first port in a housing of the piping interface, the first port connected to the second flexible conduit and configured to fluidly connect an outlet of the flow interface device to an annulus between the housing and the inner member; anda second port in the housing of the piping interface, the second port connected to the first flexible conduit and configured to fluidly connect an inlet of the flow interface device to the inner member.3. The subsea assembly of further comprising:a choke body disposed in the ...

SELF-DESICCATING, DIMENSIONALLY-STABLE HYDRAULIC CEMENT COMPOSITIONS WITH ENHANCED WORKABILITY

Cementitious binder compositions for cementitious products including a hydraulic cement-based reactive powder blend, an inorganic flow control agent, and a metal-based dimensional movement stabilizing agent including at least one member of the group of lithium salt and lithium base, and methods for making the cementitious binder compositions. 1. A cementitious composition comprising a reaction product of a mixture of: an aluminate cement selected from at least one member of the group consisting of calcium aluminate cement and calcium sulfoaluminate cement in an amount of 25-80 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the hydraulic cement-based reactive powder,', 'Portland cement in an amount of 2.5-45 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the hydraulic cement-based reactive powder, and', 'a calcium sulfate selected from the group consisting of calcium sulfate dihydrate, calcium sulfate hemihydrate, anhydrous calcium sulfate and mixtures thereof, the calcium sulfate in an amount of 15-45 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the hydraulic cement-based reactive powder;, 'a hydraulic cement-based reactive powder comprisingan inorganic flow control agent in a weight ratio of inorganic flow control agent to hydraulic cement-based reactive powder of 0.25:1 to 3.0:1, wherein the inorganic flow control comprises at least one member selected from the group consisting of fly ash and calcium carbonate and wherein average particle size of the calcium carbonate ranges from about 10 to 150 microns;a metal-based dimensional movement stabilizing agent in an amount equal to 0 to 5.0 weight percent of the hydraulic cement-based reactive powder, wherein the metal-based dimensional movement stabilizing agent comprises a lithium compound selected from at least one member of the group of lithium salt and lithium base, wherein the lithium salt is at least one member of the group of lithium carbonate, lithium sulfate, lithium nitrate, lithium nitrite, and lithium silicate, ...

LIGATION CLIP WITH FLEXIBLE CLAMPING FEATURE

A polymeric surgical ligating clip is provided having curved leg members joined by a resilient hinge. A leg member includes a flexible rib protruding from a vessel clamping inner surface and extends longitudinally between the proximal and distal end portions of the leg member. The flexible rib defines a channel extending transversely through the rib along a majority of said length. The flexible rib can collapse and provides better retention of the clip on a vessel. The clip can contain a flexible rib on both legs in an interlocking fashion. Or a plurality of teeth can protrude from a second vessel clamping inner surface of a second leg member. The plurality of teeth can include first and second rows of teeth extending longitudinally on the second leg member, transversely separated from each other on opposite sides of a centerline of the clip. 1. A clip comprising:first and second curved leg members having respective proximal and distal end portions and curved vessel clamping inner surfaces, the proximal end portions being joined by a hinge, andfirst and second rows of teeth extending from the second curved leg member transversely separated from each other on opposite sides of a centerline of the curved vessel clamping inner surface of the second curved leg member,wherein a portion of the first curved leg member is received between the first and second rows of teeth in a closed configuration.2. The clip of claim 1 , wherein the the first and second rows of teeth are staggered along the second curved leg member.3. The clip of claim 1 , wherein the teeth of the first row of teeth are longitudinally separated from each other along the second curved leg member claim 1 , and the teeth of the second row of teeth are longitudinally separated from each other along the second curved leg member.4. The clip of claim 1 , wherein the curved vessel clamping inner surface of the second curved leg member has a convex radius of curvature facing the first curved leg member claim 1 , ...

DYNAMIC BYTE ORDER DETERMINATION FOR ROBOTIC COMPONENT

A management system (or controller) is configured to send commands to robotic components of different types (e.g., different command types, byte order types, etc.). Once configured, a translation component may be deployed to translate some commands to some robotic components that use a different command type than a native command type used by the management system. The management system uses a native byte order type to create commands, which may be big endian or little endian. While some of the robotic components (e.g., first robotic components) may also use the native byte order type, other robotic components (e.g., second robotic components) may use a non-native byte order type (in relation to the management system). For example, the native byte order type may be big endian while the non-native byte order type may be little endian, or vice versa. 1. A system comprising:a robotic component having a byte order type; generate controls, in the native byte order type, for the robotic component;', 'send a first control to the robotic component; and', 'determine if a response to the first control is received from the robotic component within a threshold amount of time; and, 'a controller that operates in a native byte order type, the controller to store a designation for the robotic component based at least in part on whether the response was received from the robotic component within the threshold amount of time, the designation being a byte order type of little endian or big endian;', 'receive a second control, in the native byte order type, for the robotic component;', 'access the designation for the robotic component to determine the byte order type for the robotic component as little endian or big endian;', 'translate the second control responsive to the native byte order type being different from the byte order type of the robotic component; and', 'send the second control to the robotic component., 'a translation component to2. The system as recited in claim 1 , ...

Apparatus for treatment of body cavities

An apparatus for treatment of an anatomical region comprises a primary tube, which is connectable to a fluid control system. At least one branch extends from the primary tube and is in fluid communication with the primary tube. The apparatus is insertable into a body cavity and, when inserted, at least one branch extends into an anatomical region. In use, a fluid control system is connected to the apparatus and the primary tube and at least one branch facilitate the supply of fluid to an anatomical region. The apparatus therefore can be inserted into a body cavity of a patient to allow treatment of an anatomical region, e.g. by irrigation.

Suspension Apparatus and method for contact wire at the trough and crest of a track vertical curve

A device and method for suspending or holding down an overhead contact wire used for supplying power to electrical railway vehicles and trolley buses at the crest or trough of a vertical curve where the contact wire has an abrupt change in line angle. The device smoothes out the abrupt angle into a curve; parabolic in form and of a radius that is smooth for trouble-free operation of current collectors while maintaining elastic suspension. Contact wire uplift continues while passing through the device so that there is an avoidance of hard spots which cause uneven and accelerated contact wire wear. The device can further be used at the crest and/or trough of a vertical curve to maintain contact wire alignment where a horizontal curve with curve pull is encountered concurrently. 1. A suspension apparatus attached to a support surface for overhead contact wires subjected to abrupt contact wire angle changes at the trough and crest of a vertical curve for tangent suspension to a suspension wire , comprising:a curve rail bar made of spring material curvable to match the curve of said vertical curve;a plurality of clamp ears attaching said curve rail bar to said contact wire which curve rail bar is supported at said trough and crest of said vertical curve;first and second attachment members, each attached to a selected different one of said clamp ears; andfirst and second elastic arms, each having first and second ends, said first ends attached to said first and second attachment members, respectively, said second ends of said elastic arms attached to said support surface, said curve rail bar being formed in a curve of a varying radius smoothing out said abrupt angle change in said contact wire, said curve rail bar being flexible in nature to conform to curves of different degree, where said curve rail bar bends in a smooth curve from said attachment members and supports said contact wire in said same smooth curve.2. The suspension apparatus of wherein said curve rail bar ...

SUSPENSION APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTACT WIRE AT CREST OF A TRACK VERTICAL CURVE

A device and method for suspending or holding down an overhead contact wire used for supplying power to electrical railway vehicles and trolley buses at the crest of a vertical curve where the contact wire has an abrupt change in line angle. The device smoothes out the abrupt angle into a curve, parabolic in form and of a radius that is smooth for trouble-free operation of current collectors while maintaining elastic suspension. Contact wire uplift continues while passing through the device so that there is an avoidance of hard spots which cause uneven and accelerated contact wire wear. The device can further be used at the crest of a vertical curve to maintain contact wire alignment where a horizontal curve with curve pull is encountered concurrently. 1. A suspension apparatus attached to a support span member for overhead contact wires subjected to abrupt contact wire angle changes at the crest of a vertical curve and also where a horizontal curve in the contact wire also occurs simultaneously , said apparatus comprising:a curve rail bar of spring material curvable to match the curve of said vertical and horizontal curves;a plurality of bar clamps each having a top and a bottom, said bar clamps supporting said contact wire at said crest of said vertical curve and with a horizontal curve for eliminating the abrupt angle of said contact wire;a support wire having first and second ends, said first end attached to said support span member;first and second upper eye nuts and a plurality of lower eye nuts, each attached to said curve rail bar;first and second hanger wires, each having first and second ends, said first ends attached to said second end of said support wire and said second ends attached, respectively, to said first upper eye nut and said second upper eye nut;said hanger wires forming a V-shape, said curve rail bar being formed in a curve of a varying radius smoothing out said abrupt angle change in said contact wire, said curve rail bar being flexible in ...

TETHERING SYSTEM FOR POWER TOOL AND BATTERY PACK

A tethering system for a power tool and battery pack includes a first tethering attachment assembly configured to be attachable to a power tool, and a second tethering attachment assembly configured to be attachable to a battery pack, which is detachably couplable to a battery pack receptacle on the power tool. A first flexible connector has a first end configured to be attachable to the first tethering attachment assembly and a second end configured to be attachable to a stationary object. A second elongated flexible connector has a first end configured to be attachable to the second tethering attachment assembly and a second end configured to be attachable to the first tethering attachment assembly. If the power tool falls and the battery pack becomes detached from the power tool, the first tethering attachment assembly and first flexible connector prevent the power tool from falling more than a first distance from the stationary object, and the second tethering attachment assembly and the second flexible connector prevent the battery pack from falling more than a second distance from the power tool. 1. A tethering system for a cordless power tool comprising:a first tethering attachment assembly configured to be attachable to at least one attachment point on a power tool;a second tethering attachment assembly configured to be attachable to at least one attachment point on a battery pack, the battery pack being detachably couplable to a battery pack receptacle on the power tool;a first flexible connector having a first end configured to be attachable to the first tethering attachment assembly and a second end configured to be attachable to a stationary object;a second flexible connector having a first end configured to be attachable to the second tethering attachment assembly and a second end configured to be attachable to the first tethering attachment assembly,wherein, if the power tool falls and the battery pack becomes detached from the power tool, the first ...

Neutron Detection and Collimation

A device includes a neutron-sensitive composition. The composition includes, in weight percent, a non-zero amount of aluminum oxide (e.g., approximately 1% to approximately 3.5% aluminum oxide), greater than 12% (e.g., approximately 12% to approximately 17%) boron oxide, greater than approximately 60% silicon oxide (e.g., approximately 62% to approximately 68% silicon oxide), and a non-zero amount of sodium oxide (e.g., approximately 10% to approximately 14% sodium oxide). The device is capable of interacting with neutrons to form an electron cascade. 1. A device , comprising: a non-zero amount of aluminum oxide,', 'approximately 12% to approximately 17% boron oxide,', 'greater than approximately 60% silicon oxide, and', 'a non-zero amount of sodium oxide,, 'a neutron-sensitive composition comprising, in weight percent,'}wherein the device is capable of interacting with neutrons to form an electron cascade.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the boron oxide comprises substantially boron-10 enriched boron oxide.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises a non-zero amount of calcium oxide less than approximately 4 weight percent.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises a non-zero amount of magnesium oxide less than approximately 3 weight percent.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises a non-zero amount of arsenic oxide or antimony oxide less than approximately 0.5 weight percent.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises a non-zero amount of lithium oxide less than approximately 2 weight percent.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the composition is substantially free of lead.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the composition consists essentially of claim 1 , in weight percent claim 1 , approximately 1% to approximately 3.5% aluminum oxide claim 1 , approximately 12% to approximately 17% boron oxide claim 1 , approximately 62% to approximately 68% silicon oxide ...

CONNECTION SYSTEM FOR SUBSEA FLOW INTERFACE EQUIPMENT

A system for connecting flow interface equipment to a subsea tree or manifold is disclosed. The system relates to an apparatus adapted to inject fluids into a well having a flow bore. The system includes a connection apparatus adapted to land a conduit on a subsea tree or manifold and to connect the conduit of the connection apparatus to an access port or choke body of the tree or manifold. 1. A subsea assembly for control of fluid flow from and to a subsea manifold having an outlet and an inlet , the assembly comprising:a frame configured to support a flow interface device;the flow interface device supported by the frame;a first conduit flexibly connected to the outlet; anda second conduit flexibly connected to the inlet;wherein the flow interface device is connectable to the first and second conduits via first and second hubs to allow fluid to flow between the outlet, the first conduit, the first hub, the flow interface device, the second hub, the second conduit, and the inlet.2. The subsea assembly of wherein the flow interface device comprises a processing apparatus selected from the group consisting of at least one of a pump claim 1 , process fluid turbine claim 1 , injection apparatus claim 1 , chemical injection apparatus claim 1 , fluid riser claim 1 , measurement apparatus claim 1 , temperature measurement apparatus claim 1 , flow rate measurement apparatus claim 1 , constitution measurement apparatus claim 1 , consistency measurement apparatus claim 1 , gas separation apparatus claim 1 , water separation apparatus claim 1 , solids separation apparatus claim 1 , water electrolysis apparatus claim 1 , and hydrocarbon separation apparatus.3. The subsea assembly of wherein the flow interface device is a compressor.4. The subsea assembly of wherein the flow interface device is a flow meter.5. A method for controlling fluids from and to a subsea manifold claim 1 , the method comprising:supporting a flow interface device with a frame;flexibly connecting a first ...

Apparatus and Method to Render Air Bag Inflators and Other Low Level Detonatable Devices Inert for Recycling

Detonable devices such as charged air bag inflators are fed to a shred tower at a controlled feed rate via a feed valve. Water spray and/or water baths in the shred tower prevent sparking and begin to solubilize chemicals while the inflators are fed to primary and optional secondary shredders respectively performing course and fine shreds. A sump receives the shredded material which continues solubilize and separate chemicals from metal. A conveyor lifts solids from the sump. Dewatered solids are fed to a receiving box for metal scrap recycling. 1. An apparatus for rendering inert and separating components of detonable devices fabricated from metal and water soluble chemical explosive propellants , for recycling , the apparatus comprising:a feeder configured to receive material including a plurality of the detonable devices;a shred tower configured to convey the material in a downstream direction therethrough, the shred tower including a hopper, at least one shredder disposed within and/or downstream of the hopper;a first conveyor operatively engaged with the feeder and the shred tower, the first conveyor configured to feed the material from the feeder to an upstream portion of the hopper at a controlled feed rate;a feed valve disposed at the upstream portion of the hopper, the feed valve being selectively actuatable between open and closed positions to respectively permit and prevent the material from entering the upstream portion of the hopper; andan irrigation means to substantially prevent sparking and to begin to solubilize and separate the chemicals from the metal during operation of the at least one shredder.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a vent at an upstream portion of the shred tower claim 1 , a fan configured to withdraw gases in the upstream direction out of the vent claim 1 , and an emissions control device configured to receive the withdrawn gases.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one shredder comprises a primary ...

CONNECTION SYSTEM FOR SUBSEA FLOW INTERFACE EQUIPMENT

A system for connecting flow interface equipment to a subsea manifold is disclosed. The system relates particularly to an apparatus adapted to inject fluids into a well having a flow bore. The system includes a connection apparatus adapted to land a conduit means on a subsea manifold and to connect a conduit means of the connection apparatus to a choke body of the manifold. 151-. (canceled)52. An assembly for injecting chemicals into a well having a flow bore extending through a tree and into the well , the tree including a lateral branch extending from the tree and having a branch bore communicating with the flow bore , the assembly comprising:a chemical injection apparatus communicating via a releasable conduit with the branch bore; anda single path injection flowpath extending from the chemical injection apparatus through the releasable conduit and into the branch bore and well flow bore to inject chemicals into the well flow bore.53. An assembly for injection of fluids into a well having a flow bore extending through a tree and into the well , comprising:a branch on the tree, the branch communicating with the flow bore and having an outlet and the branch including a port through a wall thereof;a conduit communicating with the port to form a single path injection flowpath extending from an apparatus and through the wall of the branch and into the flow bore to inject into the flow bore; anda closure member for opening and closing the outlet of the branch.54. An assembly for injection into a well having a tree flow bore extending through a tree and into the well , comprising:a branch on the tree having a branch bore, the branch bore communicating with the flow bore and having an outlet and the branch including a choke body having at least one port through a wall thereof; anda conduit communicating with the at least one port to form a single path injection flowpath extending from an injection apparatus and through the wall of the choke body and into the branch bore ...

Clutch and hammer assemblies for power tool

A power tool includes a tool housing, an output spindle, a motor received in the tool housing, a transmission coupled to the motor and configured to transmit torque from the motor to the output spindle, a clutch assembly, and a hammer assembly. The clutch assembly includes a clutch mechanism configured to interrupt torque transmission from the transmission to the output spindle when an output torque exceeds a threshold, and a clutch housing composed of a non-metallic material and supporting at least a portion of the clutch mechanism. The hammer assembly includes a hammer mechanism configured to apply axial impacts to the output spindle when the hammer mechanism is engaged, and a hammer housing composed of a heat conductive material and supporting at least a portion of the hammer mechanism. The hammer housing is at least partially disposed inside of a portion of the clutch housing

Neutron Detection

A neutron detector includes a microchannel plate having a structure that defines a plurality of microchannels, and layers of materials disposed on walls of the microchannels. The layers include a layer of neutron sensitive material, a layer of semiconducting material, and a layer of electron emissive material. For example, the layer of neutron sensitive material can include boron-10, lithium-6, or gadolinium. 1. An apparatus comprising: a plurality of microfibers that define interstices between the microfibers;', 'layers of materials disposed on surfaces of the microfibers, the layers including a layer of neutron sensitive material, a layer of semiconducting material, and a layer of electron emissive material;', 'an input electrode; and', 'an output electrode, in which the microfibers are disposed between the input and output electrodes., 'a microfiber plate comprising2. The apparatus of in which the layer of neutron sensitive material comprises at least 50 mol % of neutron sensitive material.3. The apparatus of in which the layer of neutron sensitive material comprises at least one of boron-10 claim 1 , lithium-6 claim 1 , or gadolinium.4. The apparatus of in which the layer of neutron sensitive material comprises a compound that comprises at least one of boron-10 claim 1 , lithium-6 claim 1 , or gadolinium claim 1 , and the compound comprises at least one of boron-10 oxide claim 1 , boron-10 nitride claim 1 , lithium-6 oxide claim 1 , or gadolinium oxide.5. The apparatus of in which the layer of neutron sensitive material has a thickness in a range from 0.5 to 5 microns.6. The apparatus of in which the layer of semiconducting material has a thickness in a range from 50 to 1000 nm.7. The apparatus of in which the semiconducting material comprises AlZnOalloy claim 1 , x and y being positive integers.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , comprising a data processor to determine whether a neutron has been detected based on information derived from a charge induced on the ...

SOLUBLE CORROSION RESISTANT SOL-GEL

Aspects described herein generally relate to a sol-gel that is the reaction product of an organosilane, a metal alkoxide, an acid, and a thio-lanthanide salt having a solubility of about 1 gram or greater per gram of sol-gel at 23° C. The thio-lanthanide salt includes a cation and a thio-ligand. The cation can be lanthanum, cerium, praseodymium, neodymium, promethium, samarium, europium, gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium, holmium, erbium, thulium, ytterbium, lutetium, scandium, yttrium, cobalt, calcium, strontium, barium, and zirconium. In another aspect, a component, such as a vehicle component, includes a metal substrate and a sol-gel disposed on the metal substrate. Methods can include forming a sol-gel by mixing a metal alkoxide and an acid to form a first mixture; mixing with the first mixture an organosilane to form a second mixture; and mixing with the second mixture a lanthanide salt to form a third mixture. 1. A sol-gel comprising:an organosilanea metal alkoxide;an acid;a thio-lanthanide salt having a solubility of about 1 gram or greater per gram of sol-gel at 23° C.; andwater.3. The sol-gel of claim 2 , wherein the lanthanide salt comprises a cation selected from lanthanum claim 2 , cerium claim 2 , praseodymium claim 2 , neodymium claim 2 , promethium claim 2 , samarium claim 2 , europium claim 2 , gadolinium claim 2 , terbium claim 2 , dysprosium claim 2 , holmium claim 2 , erbium claim 2 , thulium claim 2 , ytterbium claim 2 , lutetium claim 2 , scandium claim 2 , yttrium claim 2 , cobalt claim 2 , calcium claim 2 , strontium claim 2 , barium claim 2 , and zirconium.4. The sol-gel of claim 3 , wherein the lanthanide salt comprises a cation selected from cerium claim 3 , praseodymium claim 3 , or yttrium.5. The sol-gel of claim 4 , wherein a weight fraction of the lanthanide salt in the sol-gel is from about 0.2 wt % to about 50 wt %.6. The sol-gel of claim 4 , wherein a ratio of lanthanide salt to the sum of metal alkoxide claim 4 , organosilane claim 4 ...

MULTIFUNCTIONAL SHELL-OPENING UTENSIL

A utensil to open a shell of a shellfish, including a first end comprising a shell breaking tool, the shell breaking tool including a first member extending longitudinally away from the handle such that a portion of an end of the first member is inclined into a wedge, a second member disposed adjacent to the first member and extending longitudinally away from the handle, such that a gap is defined between at least a portion of the first member and the second member, and such that the first member is longer than the second member, a second end opposite the first end, and a handle to connect the first end to the second end. 1. A utensil to open a shell of a shellfish , comprising: first member extending longitudinally away from the handle such that a portion of an end of the first member is inclined into a wedge,', 'a second member disposed adjacent to the first member and extending longitudinally away from the handle, such that a gap is defined between at least a portion of the first member and the second member, and such that the first member is longer than the second member;, 'a first end comprising a shell breaking tool, the shell breaking tool comprisinga second end opposite the first end; anda handle to connect the first end to the second end.2. The utensil of claim 1 , wherein the second end comprises a fork. This application is a continuation, i.e., a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/455,152, filed Mar. 10, 2017, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.The present general inventive concept relates to a shell-opening utensil for facilitating the opening and removal of meat from crab bodies, crab legs, and other types of shellfish, and particularly to a shell-opening utensil to sever a shell of a shellfish, extract meat out of an opened shellfish if the meat has not been fully exposed by the severing operation, and to break open areas of the shell which are normally difficult to crack and open, in order to expose the meat for ...

NON-VIRAL GENE DELIVERY AGENT COMPRISING LIPOPEPTIDE (LP) COMPOUNDS

Non-viral nucleic acid delivery agents and methods for the delivery or transfer of nucleic acid molecules to target cells are disclosed. The agents comprise a complex of a nucleic acid cargo for delivery, one or more lipopeptide compound, and one or more polymeric charge-neutralising agent, and the complex is in the form of a particle with substantially neutral or negative surface charge. The agents and methods may be useful in a variety of applications such as therapies (including gene therapies and nucleic acid vaccinations) for diseases and medical disorders. 123.-. (canceled)24. A non-viral nucleic acid delivery agent comprising a complex of:(i) a nucleic acid cargo for delivery to a cell;(ii) one or more cationic lipopeptide compound; and(iii) one or more polymeric charge-neutralising agent selected from the group consisting of poly-amino acid polymers, copolymers of polyethylene glycol (PEG) and a poly-amino acid polymer, and copolymers of poly(acrylic acid);wherein said complex is in the form of a particle with substantially neutral or negative surface charge, and the formation of said complex is conducted in the aqueous phase.25. The delivery agent of claim 24 , wherein the nucleic acid cargo is a DNA molecule which encodes a protein(s) claim 24 , oligopeptide(s) or peptide(s).26. The delivery agent of claim 24 , wherein the nucleic acid cargo is an mRNA molecule which encodes a protein(s) claim 24 , oligopeptide(s) or peptide(s).27. The delivery agent of claim 24 , wherein the nucleic acid cargo is a modRNA.28. The delivery agent of claim 24 , wherein the lipopeptide compound is of the general formula I:{'br': None, 'R-L-peptide\u2003\u2003(I)'}wherein R is a linear or branched alkyl;L is a linker group; andthe peptide is of any amino acid sequence comprising 2-15 amino acids, but with the proviso that at least two of the amino acids are independently selected from those with strongly basic/positively charged properties.29. The delivery agent of claim 24 , ...

RECIPROCATING SAW

The present disclosure is directed to a cordless reciprocating saw including a mechanical interface for attaching a removable battery pack. The mechanical interface includes a strike plate to reduce the effects of vibrational forces on the battery pack. 1. A reciprocating saw , comprising:a mechanical interface for receiving a battery pack including a latch having a forward facing surface, the mechanical interface including a catch for receiving the latch, the catch including a recess having a rearward facing surface; anda strike plate separate and discrete from the catch, the strike plate including an engagement arm, the engagement arm of the separate and discrete strike plate attached to the rearward facing surface of the recess to engage the forward facing surface of the latch, the engagement arm configured at an angle to the latch forward facing surface when the battery pack is fully seated in the mechanical interface.2. The reciprocating saw claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein the angle to the latch forward facing surface is approximately 13 degrees to approximately 17 degrees.3. The reciprocating saw claim 2 , as recited in claim 2 , wherein the angle to the latch forward facing surface is approximately 15 degrees.4. A reciprocating saw claim 2 , comprising:a mechanical interface for receiving a battery pack including a latch having a forward facing surface, the mechanical interface including a catch for receiving the latch, the catch including a recess having a rearward facing surface; anda strike plate separate and discrete from the catch, the strike plate including an engagement arm, a connecting arm and a catch arm, the connecting arm connects the engagement arm and the catch arm, the engagement arm configured at an angle to the connecting arm, the engagement arm of the separate and discrete strike plate positioned in the cavity of the catch and abuts a forward facing surface of the catch.5. The reciprocating saw claim 4 , as recited in claim 4 , ...

Armored Cable With Integral Support

A system for providing cable support may be provided. The system may comprise a conductor core, a filler that may provide integral core support, and armor. The conductor core may comprise at least one conductor. The filler may be applied around at least a portion of the conductor core. The armor may be applied around at least a portion of the filler. The applied armor may be configured to cause the filler to apply a strong enough force on an exterior of the conductor core configured to keep the conductor core from slipping down an interior of the filler due to a gravitational force. In addition, the applied armor may be configured to cause the filler to apply a strong enough force on an interior of the armor configured to keep a combination of the conductor core and the filler from slipping down the interior of the armor due to the gravitational force. 136-. (canceled)37. A method of supplying power in a multistory building , the method comprising installing an armored cable in a vertical orientation , wherein the armored cable comprises:(a) a conductor core;(b) an integral support, wherein the integral support does not contain a tensile member; and(c) an armor layer.38. The method of claim 37 , wherein the armored cable is installed in the vertical orientation without the use of a horizontal offset.39. The method of claim 37 , wherein the conductor core comprises at least three conductors.40. The method of claim 39 , wherein the conductor core further comprises a ground wire.41. The method of claim 37 , wherein the armored cable further comprises a tape separator around the conductor core.42. The method of claim 37 , wherein the integral support comprises polyethylene claim 37 , polyvinyl chloride (PVC) claim 37 , or nylon between the conductor core and the armor layer.43. The method of claim 42 , wherein the integral support further comprises microspheres dispersed throughout the integral support.44. The method of claim 42 , wherein the integral support comprises ...

LAYER TWO NETWORK TUNNELS FOR WI-FI CLIENT BRIDGING IN A DISTRIBUTED WI-FI NETWORK

A Wi-Fi network configured for Wi-Fi client bridging using Layer 2 (L2) tunnels includes a plurality of access points each being one or more of a parent node, a child node, and a gateway node in the Wi-Fi network; wherein the plurality of access points are interconnected in a tree via a plurality of backhaul links and wherein each of the plurality of access points are configured to communicate with Wi-Fi client devices via a plurality of client links; and wherein each of the plurality of backhaul links is formed via a Layer 2 (L2) tunnel over a backhaul Wi-Fi interface between each parent node and each child node.

CLOUD-BASED CONTROL OF A WI-FI NETWORK

Systems and methods implemented by a cloud-based controller to control a Wi-Fi network with a plurality of access points include obtaining measurements from the Wi-Fi network; determining a configuration of the Wi-Fi network based on the measurements, wherein the configuration comprises a topology of the Wi-Fi network and the topology comprises the plurality of access points selectively interconnected to one another via backhaul links; and providing the configuration to the Wi-Fi network for implementation thereof.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CHANGING TOPOLOGY AND FIRMWARE IN DISTRIBUTED WI-FI NETWORKS

Systems and methods include a cloud controller communicatively coupled to one or more distributed Wi-Fi networks and configured to manage the one or more distributed Wi-Fi networks. The cloud controller includes a network interface communicatively coupled to the distributed Wi-Fi networks; one or more processors communicatively coupled to the network interface; and memory storing instructions that, when executed, cause the one or more processors to: determine a new topology state for a topology of Wi-Fi network from a current topology state based on management of the Wi-Fi network; cause one or more nodes to change to new associated parent nodes based on the new topology state; cause an update to a configuration of the one or more nodes based on the new topology state; and continue to change additional nodes to new associated parent nodes based on the new topology state until the new topology state is obtained.

DISTRIBUTED WI-FI SETUP SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Systems and methods for setting up an access point in a Wi-Fi system, subsequent to booting up, determining whether the access point is a gateway node with a connection to a modem/router or a Wi-Fi node without a connection to the modem/router; connecting to a cloud configuration service when the access point is a gateway node for obtaining configuration parameters of the Wi-Fi system; and connecting to a predefined Service Set Identifier (SSID) when the access point is a Wi-Fi node for obtaining the configuration parameters from the gateway node.

SYSTEM FOR HYDROCARBON RECOVERY

Embodiments of the present disclosure include a system for directing the flow of fluids via a production tree. The production tree extends upwardly from a lower surface to an upper surface and at least partially enclosing an upper section of a production bore and an upper section of an annulus bore, wherein one of a lower section and the upper section of the production bore includes a first production valve, the upper section of the production bore includes a second production valve, and the upper section of the annulus bore includes a second annulus valve. 1. A system for recovering hydrocarbons from a wellbore , comprising:a first annulus valve formed in a wellbore component, the first annulus valve being fluidly coupled to an annulus of the wellbore; a production bore fluidly coupled to the production tubing via the wellbore component, the production bore extending through a body of the production tree toward a tree cap and directing the downhole fluids out of the production tree;', 'a first production valve arranged in the production bore, the first production valve being moveable between an open position and a closed position to regulate the flow of the downhole fluids through the production bore and positioned in a downstream direction from the wellbore component;', 'a second production valve arranged in the production bore, the second production valve being movable between an open position and a closed position to regulate the flow of the downhole fluids through the production bore, the second production valve positioned downstream of the first production valve and in series with the first production valve such that downhole fluids that flow through the first production valve are directed toward the second production valve, the second production valve being upstream relative to the tree cap;', 'an annulus bore fluidly coupled to the annulus of the wellbore, the annulus bore being coupled to the production bore downstream of the tree cap at a coupling; and', ' ...

SONAR WITH ENHANCED NON-TARGET SCATTER SUPPRESSION

Disclosed is a SONAR system operable to transmit a pair of pulses including an up-chirp signal and a down-chirp signal wherein the down-chirp signal is a time-reversed version of the up-chirp signal. Also disclosed is a related method of operation.

Formation of layers of amphiphilic molecules

To form a layer separating two volumes of aqueous solution, there is used an apparatus comprising elements defining a chamber, the elements including a body of non-conductive material having formed therein at least one recess opening into the chamber, the recess containing an electrode. A pre-treatment coating of a hydrophobic fluid is applied to the body across the recess. Aqueous solution, having amphiphilic molecules added thereto, is flowed across the body to cover the recess so that aqueous solution is introduced into the recess from the chamber and a layer of the amphiphilic molecules forms across the recess separating a volume of aqueous solution introduced into the recess from the remaining volume of aqueous solution.

ELECTRICAL POWER ASSISTED MANUALLY OPERATED DOOR

A power assisted automotive door system has a power drive module which includes an electric motor and integrated gearbox drive unit that provides a driving torque around the door's pivot axis. A controller is in communication with the electric motor, a torque sensor, a velocity sensor, and an accelerometer and processes measured and provided data and to predict a door torque using a real-time simulation. The controller commands the power drive module to produce a compensating torque that achieves a predetermined desired resistive door torque that corresponds to a desired door velocity in response to an operator's manual operation. The operator can move the door at any desired velocity only having to overcome the predetermined desired resistive door torque allowing the door to feel as if the vehicle is on flat and level ground. 1. A power assisted automotive door system comprising:a power drive module including an electric motor and integrated gearbox drive unit configured to provide a driving torque around the door's pivot axis;a torque sensor configured to measure torque imparted on the door;a velocity sensor configured to measure the speed of the door;a vehicle attitude sensor configured to provide vehicle attitude;an accelerometer configured to provide feedback of a system dynamic state; anda controller in communication with the electric motor, the torque sensor, the velocity sensor, and the accelerometer, the controller configured to process measured and provided data and to predict a door torque using a real-time simulation, the controller configured to command the power drive module to produce a compensating torque to achieve a predetermined desired resistive door torque corresponding to a desired door velocity in response to an operator's manual operation such that the operator can move the door at any desired velocity only having to overcome the predetermined desired resistive door torque, allowing the door to feel as if the vehicle is on flat and level ...

A FLOW BASE SYSTEM FOR SUBSEA WELLS

A flow base system () for subsea wells is disclosed, the flow base system comprising a header pipe () for production fluid extended through the flow base system, wherein from opposite sides of the header pipe () a set of flow base modules (), respectively, is connected for supply of production fluid to the header pipe () via individual branch pipes () connecting the header pipe () with a Christmas tree (XT) interface () arranged for vertical connection to an XT respectively. The flow base system () is installed in a well template structure (), wherein a flow base module () respectively is inserted into each well slot (S-S) formed in the well template structure (). 111832. A flow base system () for subsea wells comprising a template structure () with a header pipe () and a number of flow base structures () ,{'b': '11', 'each flow base structure comprising a XT interface () connectable to a XT and wellhead,'}{'b': '2', 'a set of flow base structures () being arranged on each side of the header pipe,'}{'b': '3', 'each flow base structure being connected to the header pipe () via individual branch pipes,'}{'b': 2', '18, 'the flow base structures () being fixed to the well template structure ().'}2118. The flow base system of claim 1 , wherein the piping of the flow base system () is fixed to the template structure ().32. The flow base system of claim 1 , wherein the piping of the flow base system is partly fixed to the flow base structures ().4. The flow base system of claim 1 , wherein the valves of the system are removable.5. The flow base system of claim 1 , comprising two or more header pipes.623. The flow base system of claim 1 , wherein the flow base modules () are essentially identical and the flow base modules on one side of the at least one header pipe () are turned 180° in relation to the orientation of the flow base modules on the other side of the at least one header pipe.721415. The flow base system of claim 1 , wherein each flow base module () comprises a ...

Cloud-based control of a Wi-Fi network

Systems and methods include obtaining measurements from a Wi-Fi network that includes one or more access points; determining a configuration of the Wi-Fi network based on the measurements, wherein the configuration includes one or more of i) steering a client device to associate with a specific access point of the one or more access points and ii) steering the client device to connect to a specific frequency band of the one or more access points; and providing the configuration to the Wi-Fi network for implementation thereof. 1. A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium having computer readable code stored thereon for programming a device to perform steps of:obtaining measurements from a Wi-Fi network that includes one or more access points;determining a configuration of the Wi-Fi network based on the measurements, wherein the configuration includes one or more of i) steering a client device to associate with a specific access point of the one or more access points and ii) steering the client device to connect to a specific frequency band of the one or more access points; andproviding the configuration to the Wi-Fi network for implementation thereof.2. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium of claim 1 , wherein the Wi-Fi network includes a plurality of access points claim 1 , and the configuration includes which access point a client device associates with.3. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium of claim 1 , wherein the Wi-Fi network includes a single access point claim 1 , and the configuration includes whether a client device connects to a 2.4 GHz band or a 5 GHz band.4. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium of claim 1 , wherein the determining is based on an optimization performed for the Wi-Fi network.5. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium of claim 1 , wherein the determining is based on load balancing for the Wi-Fi network.6. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium of claim 1 , ...

LIGATION CLIP WITH FLEXIBLE CLAMPING FEATURE

A polymeric surgical ligating clip is provided having curved leg members joined by a resilient hinge. A leg member includes a flexible rib protruding from a vessel clamping inner surface and extends longitudinally between the proximal and distal end portions of the leg member. The flexible rib defines a channel extending transversely through the rib along a majority of said length. The flexible rib can collapse and provides better retention of the clip on a vessel. The clip can contain a flexible rib on both legs in an interlocking fashion. Or a plurality of teeth can protrude from a second vessel clamping inner surface of a second leg member. The plurality of teeth can include first and second rows of teeth extending longitudinally on the second leg member, transversely separated from each other on opposite sides of a centerline of the clip. 1. A ligating clip , comprising ,first and second curved leg members having respective proximal and distal end portions, the proximal end portions being joined by a resilient hinge,a flexible rib extending longitudinally along a length from the proximal end portion to the distal end portion of the first curved member, the flexible rib being attached spaced from the first curved leg member via at least two attachment portions to define a channel extending transversely between the flexible rib and the first curved leg member, anda first pair of bosses extending transversely from opposite sides of the distal end portion of the first curved leg member, and a second pair of bosses extending transversely from opposite sides of the distal end portion of the second curved leg member.2. The ligating clip of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of teeth protruding on a vessel clamping inner surface on the second curved leg member.3. The ligating clip of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of teeth include first and second rows of teeth extending longitudinally between the proximal and distal end portions of the second curved leg member ...

HEALTH METER FOR FLUIDS

A health meter has a decontamination device for dirty fluid with a metal casing with metal lid, inlet port and outlet port, an open bucket having a docking lid and a plurality of openings, a hollow tube with an opening, a central hollow rod with rod opening connected to an outlet port, a convex reinforcing spacer in the open bucket, a compressible decontamination media and a reinforcing seat in the open bucket. Dirty fluid flows into the metal casing between the open bucket and metal casing through openings in the docking lid into the compressible decontamination media sequentially into the hollow tube and then into the central hollow rod and out the outlet port while an outlet sensor and an inlet sensor communicate with a controller in communication with a network and a plurality of client devices for automatic remote monitoring. 1. A health meter for dirty fluid comprising; i. a metal lid;', (i) a first inlet port for receiving a dirty fluid;', '(ii) an outlet port for emitting a decontaminated fluid;, 'ii a metal casing engaging the metal lid in a leak-proof engagement, the metal casing comprising;'}], 'a decontamination device comprising i. a docking lid comprising a plurality of vents;', 'ii. a hollow tube with a plurality of openings;, 'b. an open bucket with a open bucket outlet removably contained within the metal casing and the docking lid, the open bucket comprising;'}c. a central hollow rod with a rod opening contained within the hollow tube, the central hollow rod in fluid communication with the outlet port;d. a convex reinforcing spacer disposed around the hollow tube in the open bucket opposite the docking lid;e. compressible decontamination media contained between the docking lid and the convex reinforcing spacer;f. reinforcing seat receiving the convex reinforcing spacer while supporting the compressible decontamination media in the open bucket, and wherein dirty fluid flows into the decontamination device between the open bucket with the attached ...

HEALTH METER FOR FLUIDS

A health meter has a decontamination device for dirty fluid with a metal casing with metal lid, inlet port and outlet port, an open bucket having a docking lid and a plurality of openings, a hollow tube with an opening, a central hollow rod with rod opening connected to an outlet port, a convex reinforcing spacer in the open bucket, a compressible decontamination media and a reinforcing seat in the open bucket. Dirty fluid flows into the metal casing between the open bucket and metal casing through openings in the docking lid into the compressible decontamination media sequentially into the hollow tube and then into the central hollow rod and out the outlet port while an outlet sensor and an inlet sensor communicate with a controller in communication with a network and a plurality of client devices for automatic remote monitoring. 1. A health meter for dirty fluid comprising: a metal lid;', a first inlet port for receiving a dirty fluid;', 'an outlet port for emitting a decontaminated fluid;, 'a metal casing engaging the metal lid in a leak-proof engagement, the metal casing comprising;'}], 'a decontamination device comprising a docking lid comprising a plurality of vents;', 'a hollow tube with a plurality of openings;', 'a central hollow rod with a rod opening contained within the hollow tube, the central hollow rod in fluid communication with the outlet port;, 'an open bucket with a open bucket outlet removably contained within the metal casing and the docking lid, the open bucket comprising;'}a convex reinforcing spacer disposed around the hollow tube in the open bucket opposite the docking lid;a compressible decontamination media contained between the docking lid and the convex reinforcing spacer;a reinforcing seat receiving the convex reinforcing spacer while supporting the compressible decontamination media in the open bucket, and wherein dirty fluid flows into the decontamination device between the open bucket with the attached docking lid and the metal ...

Polymeric agents and compositions for inhibiting corrosion

The present disclosure is directed to processes, compositions and agents for inhibiting corrosion in various substrates, for example metal substrates. The present disclosure is also directed to corrosion inhibitors comprising organometallic polymers such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), including compositions and processes comprising MOFs for inhibiting corrosion in metal substrates.

Dynamic frequency selection in distributed Wi-Fi networks

A Wi-Fi system includes a plurality of access points each configured to operate on a plurality of channels including Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) frequency channels and non-DFS frequency channels; and at least one access point of the plurality of access points is connected to a controller, wherein the controller is configured to coordinate usage of the plurality of channels between the plurality of access points including usage of the DFS frequency channels pursuant to predetermined DFS rules. One or more access points of the plurality of access points are configured to perform DFS measurements for a Channel Availability Check (CAC) and the DFS measurements are provided to the controller. 1. A Wi-Fi system comprising:a plurality of access points each configured to operate on a plurality of channels including Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) frequency channels and non-DFS frequency channels; andat least one access point of the plurality of access points is connected to a controller, wherein the controller is configured to coordinate usage of the plurality of channels between the plurality of access points including usage of the DFS frequency channels pursuant to predetermined DFS rules.2. The Wi-Fi system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of access points are in a distributed Wi-Fi system utilizing the plurality of channels for backhaul links between the plurality of access points and client links between each access point and corresponding client devices.3. The Wi-Fi system of claim 1 , wherein one or more access points of the plurality of access points are configured to perform DFS measurements for a Channel Availability Check (CAC) and the DFS measurements are provided to the controller.4. The Wi-Fi system of claim 1 , wherein one or more access points of the plurality of access points are configured to perform DFS in-service monitoring and the results of the DFS monitoring are provided to the controller.5. The Wi-Fi system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

RECIPROCATING SAW

The present disclosure is directed to a cordless reciprocating saw including a mechanical interface for attaching a removable battery pack. The mechanical interface includes a strike plate to reduce the effects of vibrational forces on the battery pack. 1a mechanical interface for receiving a battery pack including a latch having a forward facing surface, the mechanical interface including a catch for receiving the latch, the catch including a recess having a rearward facing surface; anda strike plate including an engagement arm attached to the rearward facing surface of the recess, the engagement arm configured at an angle of 15 degrees to the latch forward facing surface when the battery pack is fully seated in the mechanical interface.. A reciprocating saw, comprising: This application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §119(e) to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/352,237, filed Jun. 20, 2016, titled “Reciprocating Saw” which is incorporated by reference in its entirety.This application relates to a cordless reciprocating saw. In one implementation, the reciprocating saw is configured to address the effects of vibrational forces on an attached battery pack.As is well known, reciprocating saws produce significant vibration during operation. Certain cordless reciprocating saws rely on a removable battery pack to provide power to the motor. And certain of these cordless reciprocating saws produce significant vibrational forces in the same direction or in a direction very close to the direction that the battery pack is inserted to mate with the reciprocating saw. In these reciprocating saw/battery pack combinations sustained vibrational forces may overcome the attachment feature holding the battery pack on the reciprocating saw (typically a latch and a catch combination) and cause the battery pack to be ejected from the reciprocating saw.An aspect of the present invention includes a reciprocating saw including mechanical interface for coupling a removable ...

INTEGRAL FILTER RETAINING RACK

The invention pertains to a filter retaining assembly which is rigid and self-supportive without requiring any additional structural reinforcement. The design maximizes the filter surface to be used for air filtration and increases the filtration efficiency. The invention is also designed to minimize the filter assembly size to fit into the valuable space when the air handling unit physical dimension is constrained. The invention uses integral construction methods to save assembly time and labor by eliminating the need of using alignment holes and fastening each individual frame to construct a conventional filter retaining assembly. The proposed method maintains flexibility of scaling to any filter size and quantity. 1. An integral filter retaining rack consisting of two (2) side bars and two (2) end bars to form an outer assembly frame , and one (1) or multiple hem slot bars and one (1) or multiple brake slot bars interlocked together to define filter compartments.2. The integral filter retaining rack of claim 1 , further comprising filter retention methods selected from clips claim 1 , tabs claim 1 , latches and other means typical in the industry.3. The integral filter retaining rack of claim 1 , wherein the hem slot bar is formed from one (1) single sheet of material consists of a double-panel flat body with two (2) flanges distal to a bend end of the flat body claim 1 , and one (1) or multiple slots cut through both flange(s) into the flat body.4. The integral filter retaining rack of claim 1 , wherein the brake slot bar is formed from one (1) single sheet of material and consists of a double-panel flat body with two (2) flanges distal to a bend end of the flat body claim 1 , and wherein one (1) or multiple slots are cut through the bend end into the flat body claim 1 , and end slot(s) cut through both ends of the flat body at the flanges claim 1 , and further comprising two (2) end flanges.5. The integral filter retaining rack of claim 1 , wherein the hem slot ...

SELF-DESICCATING, DIMENSIONALLY-STABLE HYDRAULIC CEMENT COMPOSITIONS WITH ENHANCED WORKABILITY

Cementitious binder compositions for cementitious products including a hydraulic cement-based reactive powder blend, an inorganic flow control agent, and a metal-based dimensional movement stabilizing agent including at least one member of the group of lithium salt and lithium base, and methods for making the cementitious binder compositions. 1. A cementitious composition comprising a reaction product of a mixture of: an aluminate cement selected from at least one member of the group consisting of calcium aluminate cement and calcium sulfoaluminate cement in an amount of 30-75 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the hydraulic cement-based reactive powder,', 'Portland cement in an amount of 5-35 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the hydraulic cement-based reactive powder, and', 'a calcium sulfate selected from the group consisting of calcium sulfate dihydrate, calcium sulfate hemihydrate, anhydrous calcium sulfate and mixtures thereof, the calcium sulfate in an amount of 20-40 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the hydraulic cement-based reactive powder;, 'a hydraulic cement-based reactive powder comprisingan inorganic flow control agent in a weight ratio of inorganic flow control agent to hydraulic cement-based reactive powder of 0.5:1 to 2.0:1, wherein the inorganic flow control comprises at least one member selected from the group consisting of fly ash and calcium carbonate and wherein average particle size of the calcium carbonate ranges from about 10 to 150 microns;a metal-based dimensional movement stabilizing agent in an amount equal to 1.0 to 4.0 weight percent of the hydraulic cement-based reactive powder, wherein the metal-based dimensional movement stabilizing agent comprises a lithium compound selected from at least one member of the group of lithium salt and lithium base, wherein the lithium salt is at least one member of the group of lithium carbonate, lithium sulfate, lithium nitrate, lithium nitrite, and lithium silicate, ...

POWER TOOL WITH LIGHT UNIT

A power tool includes a housing coupled to an electrical power source, a motor contained in the housing, and a motor control circuit that controls output speed of the motor. A light nut is coupled to the housing to illuminate a work surface. A light unit control circuit controls illumination of the light, unit. A switch unit is coupled to the housing and selectively operable to control the operation of the motor control circuit and the light unit control circuit. The light unit control circuit includes a timer configured to cause the light unit to illuminate a first brightness level when the switch unit is actuated, and to remain illuminated at the first brightness level for a predetermined time period after the trigger is actuated. The predetermined time period restarts if the switch unit is not deactivated before the end of the predetermined time period. 120-. (canceled)21. A power tool comprising:a housing;a motor contained in the housing and connectable to an electrical power supply;a motor control circuit configured to control operation of the motor;a light unit coupled to the housing and configured to illuminate a work area, the light unit connectable to the electrical power supply;a light unit control circuit configured to control illumination of the light unit; anda switch unit coupled to the housing and selectively operable by the user to control operation of the motor control circuit and the light unit control circuit;wherein the motor control circuit is configured to initiate operation of the motor the switch unit is actuated to an ON state, to maintain operation of the motor when the switch unit is maintained in the ON state, and to cease operation of the motor when the switch unit is deactivated to an OFF state; andwherein the light unit control circuit is configured to cause the light unit to begin illuminating when the switch unit is actuated to the ON state, to cause the light unit to remain illuminated for a first predetermined time period that ...

ENERGY PANEL ARRANGEMENT POWER DISSIPATION

One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for facilitating shutdown of output power from an energy panel arrangement to a power converter. A shutdown implementation module is coupled between an energy panel arrangement and a power converter that converts DC power from the energy panel arrangement to AC power for an AC power grid. Responsive to identifying a power shutdown condition, the shutdown implementation module shuts down output power from the energy panel arrangement to the power converter. A power dissipating device is invoked to dissipate power associated with the shutdown of the output power (e.g., residual power within energy storage devices, such as capacitors, associated with the power converter). The shutdown implementation module may be located within a threshold distance from the energy panel arrangement (e.g., within about 10 feet) so that the output power may be shut off within a threshold timespan (e.g., within about 10 seconds). 1. A system for facilitating a shutdown of output power from an energy panel arrangement to a power converter , comprising: a switching arrangement configured to direct power, associated with shutting down output power from the energy panel arrangement to the power converter, through a power dissipating device; and', 'the power dissipating device configured to dissipate the power associated with shutting down the output power from the energy panel arrangement to the power converter., 'a shutdown discharge circuit coupled between an energy panel arrangement and a power converter that is configured to convert DC power from the energy panel arrangement to AC power for an AC power grid, the shutdown discharge circuit comprising2. The system of claim 1 , the power dissipating device comprising at least one of a resistor or a positive temperature coefficient (PTC) device.3. The system of claim 1 , the switching arrangement comprising:a first switch configured to direct output power between the energy panel arrangement ...

Method for producing retinal pigment epithelial cells

The invention relates to a method for producing retinal pigment epithelial cells.

Mid-handle drill construction and assembly process

A power tool can include a gear case, a motor having first and second sets of lead wires, a housing assembly, and a field case. The field case may include a front portion configured for engaging the gear case and a rear portion. The housing assembly may include first and second generally symmetrical housing segments configured for engaging the field case and forming a mid-handle grip. The first set of lead wires may be routed through the front portion of the field case directly to a trigger switch assembly. A method for assembling a mid-handle power tool is also provided and may include routing lead wires through a ventilation path between the field case and trigger assembly.

Energy panel arrangement power dissipation

One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for facilitating shutdown of output power from an energy panel arrangement to a power converter. A shutdown implementation module is coupled between an energy panel arrangement and a power converter that converts DC power from the energy panel arrangement to AC power for an AC power grid. Responsive to identifying a power shutdown condition, the shutdown implementation module shuts down output power from the energy panel arrangement to the power converter. A power dissipating device is invoked to dissipate power associated with the shutdown of the output power (e.g., residual power within energy storage devices, such as capacitors, associated with the power converter). The shutdown implementation module may be located within a threshold distance from the energy panel arrangement (e.g., within about 10 feet) so that the output power may be shut off within a threshold timespan (e.g., within about 10 seconds).

Energy panel arrangement shutdown

One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for facilitating a shutdown of output power from an energy panel arrangement to an inverter. A shutdown implementation module is coupled between an energy panel arrangement and an inverter that converts DC power from the energy panel arrangement to AC power for an AC power grid. A communication connection is established, over a power-line communication line, between the shutdown implementation module and a shutdown controller associated with the inverter. Responsive to identifying a loss of the communication connection or receiving a shutdown instruction over the power-line communication line, the shutdown implementation module shuts down output power from the energy panel arrangement to the inverter. The shutdown implementation module may be located within a threshold distance from the energy panel arrangement (e.g., within about 10 feet) so that the output power may be shutoff within a threshold timespan (e.g., within about 10 seconds).

Photovoltaic string reverse polarity detection

One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for detecting reverse polarity of a photovoltaic system. A fuse holder may comprise a fuse holder body configured to receive a fuse used to protect against excessive current from a photovoltaic string of the photovoltaic system, such as current from a short circuit due to the photovoltaic string being installed backwards and having a reverse polarity. Because installation of the fuse while the photovoltaic string has reverse polarity may result in substantial damage and harm, a reverse polarity detection component may be configured to identify the reverse polarity and provide a warning of the reverse polarity before the fuse is installed (e.g., an audible alert, a blinking light, a locking of the fuse holder to prohibit installation of the fuse, etc.).

Slidably adjustable fifth wheel hitch assembly for a vehicle and control system for the same

An automatically adjustable fifth wheel assembly for a vehicle and trailer combination that adjusts the position of the trailer relative to the vehicle is provided.

Armored Cable with Integral Support

A system for providing cable support may be provided. The system may comprise a conductor core, a filler that may provide integral core support, and armor. The conductor core may comprise at least one conductor. The filler may be applied around at least a portion of the conductor core. The armor may be applied around at least a portion of the filler. The applied armor may be configured to cause the filler to apply a strong enough force on an exterior of the conductor core configured to keep the conductor core from slipping down an interior of the filler due to a gravitational force. In addition, the applied armor may be configured to cause the filler to apply a strong enough force on an interior of the armor configured to keep a combination of the conductor core and the filler from slipping down the interior of the armor due to the gravitational force.

Energy panel arrangement shutdown

One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for facilitating a shutdown of output power from an energy panel arrangement to an inverter. A shutdown implementation module is coupled between an energy panel arrangement and an inverter that converts DC power from the energy panel arrangement to AC power for an AC power grid. A communication connection is established, over a power-line communication line, between the shutdown implementation module and a shutdown controller associated with the inverter. Responsive to identifying a loss of the communication connection or receiving a shutdown instruction over the power- line communication line, the shutdown implementation module shuts down output power from the energy panel arrangement to the inverter. The shutdown implementation module may be located within a threshold distance from the energy panel arrangement (e.g., within about 10 feet) so that the output power may be shutoff within a threshold timespan (e.g., within about 10 seconds).

Process for removal of sulfur from petroleum materials

Differential length metering apparatus and method for the cabling of insulated conductors with fillers using the double twist process

Apparatus and method for manufacturing helically wound insulated conductors with filament fillers includes first and second payoff stations for paying off a plurality of insulated conductors and elongate filaments of filler materials. These cable components are guided from the payoff stations to a closing die, and are arranged in positions suitable for twisting into a cable by a double twist machine to form a cable of twisted insulated components forming radially outwardly facing helical interstices each of which is substantially filled with another one of the filaments of filler material. Differential or incremental lengths of filler material are metered upstream of the double twist machine to compensate for the differences in the radial distances of the insulated conductors and filaments of filler material on the center or cable of the axis. In this way, the helical interstices are more fully filled and the resulting cable has an exterior surface with minimal voids so that covering of the resulting cable with an outer elastomeric jacket or coating results in a substantially smoother and aesthetically pleasing cable with minimal surface irregularities.

Wet and/or dry vacuum with floor collector

A vacuum can include a housing having an inlet adapted to receive debris being vacuumed. A mounting bar can be fixedly coupled to the housing. A floor collector assembly can be rotatably disposed about a first axis defined by the mounting bar. The floor collector assembly can include a first debris-passing member coupled to the mounting bar, a second debris-passing member rotatably coupled to the first debris-passing member and a third debris-passing member removably coupled to the second debris-passing member. The first debris-passing member can define an opening. The floor collector assembly can be operable in a plurality of modes. In a first mode, the opening can be substantially perpendicular relative to a vacuumed surface. In a second mode, the second debris-passing member can be rotated relative to the first debris-passing member about a second axis such that the opening is at an acute angle relative to the vacuumed surface.

Armored cable with integral support

A system for providing cable support may be provided. The system may comp rise a conductor core, a filler that may provide integral core support, and armor. The conductor core may comprise at least one conductor. The filler ma y be applied around at least a portion of the conductor core. The armor may be applied around at least a portion of the filler. The applied armor may be configured to cause the filler to apply a strong enough force on an exterio r of the conductor core configured to keep the conductor core from slipping down an interior of the filler due to a gravitational force. In addition, th e applied armor may be configured to cause the filler to apply a strong enou gh force on an interior of the armor configured to keep a combination of the conductor core and the filler from slipping down the interior of the armor due to the gravitational force.

Cable clipping unit

A cable clip unit 1 includes a cable clip 3 with an integral wall plug 2. A nail 4 or screw (5, see figure 2) may be driven through the cable clipping unit to fix the wall plug 2 in a pre-drilled hole in a wall.

Improvements in and relating to sonar

Disclosed is a SONAR system operable to transmit a pair of pulses including an up-chirp signal and a down-chirp signal wherein the down-chirp signal is a time-reversed version of the up-chirp signal. Also disclosed is a related method of operation.

Magnetic switch

Human gamma 3 gaba-a receptor subunit and stably co-transfected cell lines

The present invention relates to the cloning of a novel cDNA sequence encoding the .gamma.3 receptor subunit of the human GABAA receptor; to stably cotransfected eukaryotic cell lines capable of expressing a human GABAA receptor, which receptor comprises at least one .alpha. receptor subunit, at least one .beta. receptor subunit and the .gamma.3 receptor subunit; and to the use of such cell lines in screening for and designing medicaments which act upon the human GABAA receptor.

Armored cable with integral support

A system for providing cable support may be provided. The system may comprise a conductor core, a filler that may provide integral core support, and armor. The conductor core may comprise at least one conductor. The filler may be applied around at least a portion of the conductor core. The armor may be applied around at least a portion of the filler. The applied armor may be configured to cause the filler to apply a strong enough force on an exterior of the conductor core configured to keep the conductor core from slipping down an interior of the filler due to a gravitational force. In addition, the applied armor may be configured to cause the filler to apply a strong enough force on an interior of the armor configured to keep a combination of the conductor core and the filler from slipping down the interior of the armor due to the gravitational force.

Operating mechanism for closure fastening elements

An operating mechanism for an espagnolette fastening arrangement, particularly for a window frame of extruded sections, comprises a casing (21) within which are disposed two sliders (22, 23) and a toothed drive belt (24) entrained around rollers (25), opposite runs of the belt between the rollers engaging rack formations (27, 28) on the sliders. The sliders are connected to espagnolette bars (34, 39) and one of the sliders (23) is moveable by a cranked rod (18) operable by a handle (12). The use of the toothed belt as a means of driving the sliders in opposite directions simultaneously enables the mechanism to be of compact dimensions.

Interactive display for use in operating rooms

An interactive method of displaying information in an operating room can include receiving data via a reader from badges associated with persons to establish the presence of persons in the operating room or the like. The data can be processed and the identifying information can be displayed on a display device that is visually accessible within the operating room. The display device can also display other relevant information, including surgical pause checklists, retained object counts, and relevant medical data.

Wet And/Or Dry Vacuum With Floor Collector

A vacuum can include a housing having an inlet adapted to receive debris being vacuumed. A mounting bar can be fixedly coupled to the housing. A floor collector assembly can be rotatably disposed about a first axis defined by the mounting bar. The floor collector assembly can include a first debris-passing member coupled to the mounting bar, a second debris-passing member rotatably coupled to the first debris-passing member and a third debris-passing member removably coupled to the second debris-passing member. The first debris-passing member can define an opening. The floor collector assembly can be operable in a plurality of modes. In a first mode, the opening can be substantially perpendicular relative to a vacuumed surface. In a second mode, the second debris-passing member can be rotated relative to the first debris-passing member about a second axis such that the opening is at an acute angle relative to the vacuumed surface.

Latch mechanism for a sliding door

Packet network

A method of reserving resources in an internet is disclosed. The method provides an improved process for use in relation to large scale shared-tree multicast environments since its use results in a reduction in path state in the routers (A-E, R1-R6) in the internet. The method involves the sending of path characteristics upstream from receivers (H1-H7) to senders (H1-H7), the routers in between combining path characteristics from different sources downstream of them. Reservations are subsequently made on the basis of the combined path characteristic data, the nature of the sender's traffic and the end-to-end quality of service required by the sender.