СПОСОБ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ НАСОСНОЙ ШТАНГИ ДЛЯ ГЛУБИННОГО НАСОСА

Изобретение относится к машиностроению и может быть использовано при производстве длинномерных насосных штанг, которые являются составным элементом колонны штанг глубинного насоса, используемого при добыче нефти. Пруток подвергают механической обработке и правке-полировке. На концах прутка накатывают резьбу, а перед резьбой высаживают утолщение. На утолщение каждого конца прутка устанавливают упорное кольцо и закрепляют. На резьбу навинчивают с натягом резьбовые головки. На одной резьбовой головке выполняют внешнюю и внутреннюю резьбу. На другой резьбовой головке выполняют только внутреннюю резьбу. На боковых поверхностях резьбовых головок предусмотрены лыски. Используют упорное кольцо с коническим отверстием. Установку упорного кольца могут производить под прессом в нагретом или холодном состоянии. В результате обеспечивается повышение надежности насосной штанги и снижение трудоемкости ее изготовления. 5 з.п.ф-лы, 4 ил.

СПОСОБ СОЕДИНЕНИЯ С СИЛОВЫМ И/ИЛИ ГЕОМЕТРИЧЕСКИМ ЗАМЫКАНИЕМ ДЕТАЛЕЙ

Изобретение относится к машиностроению и может быть использовано при изготовлении конструктивных элементов, состоящих из первой детали, выполненной ротационно-симметричной, и по меньшей мере одной второй детали. Вторую деталь по меньшей мере частично запрессовывают в первую деталь в процессе прессования выдавливанием с заполнением формы второй детали материалом первой детали. Получают соединение деталей с силовым и/или геометрическим замыканием. При этом материал первой детали, вытесненный второй деталью, прессуют в конечную форму. В результате обеспечивается повышение качества полученных конструктивных элементов. 6 з.п. ф-лы, 6 ил.

ТРИМЕТАЛЛИЧЕСКАЯ МОНЕТА

Полезная модель относится к производству монет, а также может быть использована при изготовлении медалей и т.п. изделий, состоящих из трех элементов, выполненных из разных металлов и сплавов. В триметаллической монете, включающей диск, промежуточное кольцо и наружное кольцо, при этом диск укреплен внутри промежуточного кольца, а промежуточное кольцо укреплено внутри наружного кольца, на цилиндрической поверхности диска и наружной поверхности промежуточного кольца выполнены пазы, пазы выполнены в виде дугообразных углублений, расположенных симметрично по толщине монеты через интервалы, при этом отношение длины интервала к длине дугообразного углубления находится в пределах от 1/5 до 1/10. В результате повышается прочность изделия и его надежность при воздействии нагрузки, перпендикулярной плоскости диска.

СПОСОБ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ ИЗДЕЛИЙ С ВАЛОМ ТИКСОШТАМПОВКОЙ И СПОСОБ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ СБОРНОЙ ЗАГОТОВКИ

Изобретения относятся к области металлургии и могут быть использованы при изготовлении изделий с валом тиксоштамповкой сборных заготовок, выполненных преимущественно из алюминия. Изготавливают сборную заготовку с закрепленным по оси валом, концы которого выступают над торцами заготовки. Заготовку нагревают и переносят в зону предварительно нагретого штампа. Штамп содержит контейнер с матрицей, расположенный над матрицей пуансон и выталкиватель, имеющий осевое отверстие. Заготовку размещают на торце предварительно поднятого выталкивателя. При этом нижний конец вала фиксируют в осевом отверстии выталкивателя. Затем выталкиватель опускают, сборную заготовку устанавливают в матрицу и деформируют пуансоном. Вал перемещают в осевом направлении для размещения его в заданном положении по оси изделия. Для изготовления сборной заготовки вал вертикально монтируют в цилиндрическом стакане. Затем в стакан заливают глобулярную суспензию, которую охлаждают в условиях теплоизоляции торцев стакана под нагрузкой ...

Устройство для сборки буровых коронок

Вертикальный гидравлический пресс

Устройство для опрессовки сепараторов роликоподшипников

Способ соединения плоских деталей со стержнями ВТАВР

Устройство для сборки изделий типа фильтрующего элемента воздухоочистителя

VORRICHTUNG ZUR VORMONTAGE VON KEILRINGEN

Fitting end sleeve to optic fibre cable

To produce a metallic end sleeve, for a flexible optic fibre cable, the cable is inserted into the sleeve, which is pressed against the cable bundle by magnetic pulses to alter its shape. Before shaping the sleeve, the cable is wound with a layer of plastic or elastic plastics material as a strip or film containing fluor carbon polymers or of polyethylene. The interior of the sleeve can also be coated with a plastics material before shaping.

Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Gaszuführsystems für einen Gasbrenner und daraus erhaltenes Produkt

VERBINDEN VON METALLISCHEN TEILEN

Armature rod production for concrete reinforcing armature

Armature rod production comprises inserting the end part (1) of the rod (2) in a forging die (3) and fitting an anchor plate (5) with an appropriate boring (4) on the projecting sector of the end part. A foot is then forged on the end part, also deforming the anchor plate so that the anchor plate is bonded to the foot produced on the end part.

Stromschiene, deren Verwendung sowie Verfahren zu ihrer Herstellung

A METHOD OF MAKING AN ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

VORRICHTUNG ZUR HERSTELLUNG EINER UNLOESBAREN VERBINDUNG UND EINE MIT DIESER VORRICHTUNG HERGESTELLTE UNLOESBARE VERBINDUNG

METHOD OF COMBINING A PLURALITY OF PARTS AND STRUCTURE COMBINED BY SAID METHOD

SCHMIEDEVERFAHREN

Switch lock lever shaft fixing method uses pressure tool for deforming edge of lever bore after insertion of stepped diameter shaft

The lever shaft fixing method has the stepped diameter shaft (10) fitted into a bore (22) of the flat lever (20) until the stepped edge abuts the peripheral edge of the bore, before deformation of the lever in the vicinity of the bore, parallel to the shaft, using a tubular pressure tool (50). The latter is pressed against the edge of the bore, for deforming it inwards for clamping lesser diameter section (11) of the shaft. Also included are Independent claims for the following: (a) a lever for a switch lock; (b) an assembly tool for fitting a stepped (c) diameter shaft to a flat lever ...

Improvements in Tubular Bar and Method of Making the same.

... 108,637. Dehn, F. B., (Rome Merchant Iron Mill). Jan. 31, 1917. Pipes and tubes.-Stay bolts and other hollow bars are made by assembing wrought iron sections such as 15, Fig. 2, heating and welding by compression. preferably by drawing. The die for drawing may have a bell-shaped opening and be supported in the head of a draw-bench adjacent to the heating furnace. The faces of the sectors may meet at an angle as shown in Fig. 8, or may have engaging ribs and grooves 34, Fig. 13, and the number of sectors and their exterior form may vary.

Improvements in or relating to electric supply circuits

... 752,055. Automatic regulation. PHILIPS ELECTRICAL INDUSTRIES, Ltd. Sept. 29, 1954 [Oct. 2, 1953], No. 28090/54. Class 38 (4). The D.C. voltage supplied to a load 2 from a variable source 1 via the collector/emitter path of,a p.n.p. junction transistor 3 is stabilized by applying a constant bias 4 to the base of the transistor. In a modification, Fig. 3 (not shown), the bias battery is replaced by a condenser charged from the input voltage. The polarities of the voltage sources, and the conductivity type of the transistor may be reversed. Specification. 752,031 is referred to.

An improved method of securing door-handles to their spindles

... 252,551. May & Padmore, Ltd., and May, E. W. N. June 13, 1925. Handles. - Handles, knobs, &c. are secured upon shanks &c. by notching or otherwise roughening the end of the shank &c. and subjecting a metal blank to a hot-pressing operation whereby the metal is caused to flow around the shank-end so as to enter the recesses therein, the blank at the same time being pressed to the required shape of handle &c. A motor-ear doorhandle 1, Fig. 4, roughly cast, forged or cut from an extruded section-bar, has the shank part 2 drilled to receive a shank provided with a square end of which the corners are serrated. The assembled handle is then heated and pressed to shape between dies 6, 11, this operation also forcing the metal of the handle into the serrations in the shank. An adjustable stop 7 is provided to position the work in the dies. Recesses are formed in the meeting faces of the dies and the fin 18 formed on the work is removed subsequently.

ASSEMBLY OF RING & TUBE

Improvements in or relating to drill-bits or drill-steels having hard metal tips suitable for rock drilling

... 643,790. Making percussive rock drills. RIP-BITS, Ltd. Oct. 27, 1947, No. 28686. [Classes 83 (ii) and 83 (iv)] Forging-dies ; jointing by forging ; brazing; brazed joints.-Percussive rock drills are made by forging a drill head round hard metal inserts of tungsten carbide, nitrided ferrous or sintered materials. In one method a heated slug 17, Fig. 1, resting on one or more cold tapered inserts 12 having V-shaped cutting edges 13 lying against the base of a die 11 is acted upon by a top die 10 so that the metal flows round the faces of each insert embedding it in the resulting groove 19, Fig. 3, as the drill bit 18 is formed. A spigot 16 in the die 10 forms a socket in the shank of the bit. In a modification the heated end of a drill-steel is forced into the die and around the insert. Alternatively the insert 12, Fig. 4, may be placed in a groove 31 of a preformed drill bit 30 which is closed over the insert by coacting dies 32, 33. The insert may in all cases be roughened, fluted, &c.

SCAFFOLDING FITTINGS

... 1426041 Jointing by forging MILLS SCAFFOLD CO Ltd 12 Feb 1973 [12 Nov 1971] 52606/71 Heading B3H [Also in Divisions E1- E2] A metal bush 20 is fixed in an aperture 18 of a member 19 by deforming the projecting ends of the bush to form shoulders 25 which abut the surface of the member and hold the bush against axial movement. The deformation is produced by a pair of annular punches 21 which only engage the outer margins of the bush so as not to deform the bore of the bush. The bore may be smooth or threaded and the bush may be circular or polygonal. In the latter case the punches engage the bush at the corners to produce spaced shoulders. The aperture may have one or more notches 35, Fig. 5, into which the bush flows. The deformation may be performed in two stages, Fig. 6 (not shown), to form stepped shoulders. The bush could be a nut fixed in a sheet metal scaffolding clamp.

HARD SURFACE COMPOSITE PARTS.

Interference-fitting an inner member with an annular outer member

An apparatus and method for interference-fitting an inner member having a flange and an annular outer member. The apparatus includes a supporting member for floatingly supporting the inner member at its flange in the axial direction of the inner member. The floating support of the supporting member is changeable to a locked support such that the support member can support the inner member at its flange in the axial direction when it is locked. Before the interference-fitting is performed, the supporting member adjusts its support point and is locked. Because the inner member is supported at its flange in the axial direction during the interference-fitting, the inner member is not inclined even if it receives a circumferentially non-uniform force. As a result, a high quality fitting is obtained.

Method and apparatus for swaging a spherical bearing

A METHOD FOR PROVIDING A CONNECTION BETWEEN TWO CONSTRUCTION ELEMENTS AND CONSTRUCTION ELEMENT

Rivetted structural connection

A construction element in the form of an extruded profile 1 has one or more ribs 2, 3 running in the profile direction on a side which is to be connected in abutment with another construction element 19. The rib or ribs 2, 3 are partially removed adjacent to the future points of connection (Figures 1, 2) so that the remaining rib sections 15, 16, 17, 18 form attachment elements, which may be passed through holes 20, 21, 22, 23 in element 19 and may be fastened therein in the manner of rivets. ...

Crimping tool

A pressing tool for fastening a seal 6 in a groove 5 of a support body 4 has a rotatable holder 12 carrying ball rollers 22. A lip 4 forms a wall of the groove 5. The ball rollers are moved in a circular path along the lip 4 to press the lip 4 so as to grip the seal 6 in the groove 5. Other embodiments of tool are disclosed. ...

HYDRAULIC TOOL FOR MOUNTING A WIRE DRAWING ROLL ON A STUB SHAFT AND FREEING THE ROLL FROM THE SHAFT

... 1376970 Removing sleeves from shafts FRIED KRUPP GmbH 15 Sept 1972 [16 Sept 1971] 42988/72 Heading B4C [Also in Division B3] An hydraulic tool for forcing a tapered sleeve 4 into and withdrawing it from a gap between a grooved roll 3 of a wire drawing mill and a supporting shaft 6 comprises outer and inner sleeves 1, 2, defining an annular cylinder space in which is movable an annular piston 1.1 carried by one of the sleeves 1, 2, means 2.4 for coupling the tool to the shaft, when one end of the tool is presented to the shaft 6, for forcing the sleeve 4 into the gap, means 2.3 for coupling the tool to the sleeve 4, when the other end of the tool is presented to the shaft 6, for withdrawing the sleeve 4 and a valve 5.1 for applying hydraulic pressure to either end of the cylinder space. For mounting the roll 3 on the shaft 6 (lower half of the figure), the tool is assembled on the shaft 6 by engaging claws 8 on the end of the shaft 6 with claws 2.4 on the end of the inner sleeve 2, which ...

ROTATION DEVICE

Caulking structure and caulking jig

Stator core and method and apparatus for assembling same

Improved caulking joint

A caulking joint between a first 10 and a second 20 part. The joint is made with a caulking tool that cuts out a piece of material 21 from the second part and presses it upon a contact area of the first part. The contact area of the first part has a pattern of grooves, a and b, upon which said piece of material is pressed upon. The grooves may be circular and concentric (a, figure 5), linear and parallel, continuous or interrupted.

FORGED PISTON WITH REINFORCED RING GROOVE

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A LIGHTWEIGHT CONSTRUCTION OF FUNCTIONAL PART AND LIGHTWEIGHT CONSTRUCTION FUNCTIONAL PART

VERFAHREN ZUR HERSTELLUNG EINES LEICHTBAU-FUNKTIONSTEILS UND LEICHTBAU-FUNKTIONSTEIL

In a process the manufacturer a lightweight automotive metal load-bearing component, the component main part is a cast-metal e.g. magnesium or aluminium. The component is cast together with an aperture with a first parallel section and a second diverging conical section of roughly circular shape, forming a socket for the load-bearing component. The load-bearing component has a circular array of radial teeth that cut into the socket sidewalls on insertion. Also claimed is a commensurate component.

PROCEDURE FOR CONNECTING

ROHRFITTINGVERBINDUNG

Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Kühlkörpers und Kühlkörper für elektrische Bauteile

The invention relates to a method for producing a heat sink (1) from aluminium for cooling and fixing electronic and/or electrical components, comprising substantially a base plate (2) with projecting cooling parts (23) and, opposite the latter, at least one contact area (25) for thermally coupling parts to be cooled, and relates to said heat sink. In order to meet the technical requirement for heat sinks (1) with large contact areas (25) and with a high uniform cooling effect thereof, the invention provides for individual segment plates (21) of a base plate (1) to be produced from a starting material in a first step by means of pressure forming according to DIN 8583 while the cooling parts (23, 24) which project therefrom are being formed, whereupon at least two base plate individual segments (21) are clamped with the side surfaces (22) resting against one another and are metallically connected in a melt-free manner in a second step, whereupon the large-area heat sink (1) is finished in ...

FORGING PROCEDURE

ANCHOR NUT AND INSTALLATION METHOD

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A SPUTTERING TARGET AND SPUTTERING TARGET

BIMETAL MÜNZROHLING.

VERFAHREN ZUR HERSTELLUNG EINES ARMIERUNGSSTABES

CAM SHAFT ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE AND SO MANUFACTURED CAM SHAFT.

BIMETAL MÜNZROHLING AND PROCEDURES FOR ITS PRODUCTION

TOOL TO BOERDELN THE FLANK AT BALL-POINT PEN POINTS.

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF METALLIC MOLDED ARTICLES, IN PARTICULAR PROJECTILES, ALSO IN METALLIC BEDDING MASS STORAGE DISCRETE PARTICLES.

PROCEDURE FOR MANUFACTURING AN ELECTRICAL CONNECTION.

COOK EQUIPMENT WITH THAT THE COAT OF THE TANK BOTTOM AN ORNAMENT ELEMENT COVERS AND APPROPRIATE MANUFACTURING PROCESS

CONNECT FROM METALLIC PARTS

DEVICE AND PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF SPINDLES

THE SAME COMPOSITE STRUCTURES AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING

Method and apparatus for retaining a track chain joint

GROUND SPIKE

A ground spike is disclosed having a plurality of blades and a flat plate secured thereto. The blades each have a reinforcement deformation proximal to a longitudinal outer edge. The reinforcement deformation may be a reinforcement line stamped therein, may be a bent outer edge, or the like. Objects may be attached to the flat plate, thereby securing such objects to the ground when the ground spike is used. The ground spike may have a post receiving socket secured to the flat plate. Each component may comprise metals of varying thickness and rigidity or other suitable materials.

STEERING SHAFT AND FLANGE AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

PIERCE NUTS IN STRIP FORM

FORGING PROCESS

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR RETAINING A TRACK CHAIN JOINT

RAZOR BLADE ASSEMBLIES

ASSEMBLING A PUMP IMPELLER AND HUB

METHOD, SYSTEM AND APPARATUS FOR EXTRACTING HEAT ENERGY FROM GEOTHERMAL BRINY FLUID

The present disclosure relates to techniques for extracting heat energy from geothermal briny fluid. A briny fluid can be extracted from a geothermal production well and delivered to a heat exchanger. The heat exchanger can receive the briny fluid and transfer heat energy from the briny fluid to a molten salt. The molten salt can be pumped to a molten salt storage tank that can serve as energy storage. The briny fluid can be returned to a geothermal source via the production well. The briny fluid can remain in a closed-loop system, apart from the molten salt, from extraction through return to the geothermal production well.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A RIVETED CONNECTION BETWEEN A BALL JOINT PIN AND A COMPONENT IN THE FORM OF A METAL SHEET AND CORRESPONDING PREFABRICATED SUBASSEMBLY

The invention relates to a method for producing a riveted connection between a ball joint pin (1), having a pin longitudinal axis (BLA), and a component (2) in the form of a metal sheet with an abutting portion (2.2) surrounding a preliminary hole (2.1), in which the ball joint pin (1) has at least one ball head portion (1.1), an adjoining shank portion (1.2), a planar plate portion (1.3), having an upper side and an underside (1.31, 1.32), and a rivet flange portion (1.4), in which the ball joint pin (1) is connected to the component (2) by deforming the rivet flange portion (1.4). Advantageously, in a first step, the ball joint pin (1) is inserted into the preliminary hole (2.1) by means of an inserting tool (3) in such a way that the plate portion (1.3) is supported at least in certain portions by its underside (1.32) on the abutting portion (2.2) of the component (2) in the form of a metal sheet, preferably with surface-area contact. In a second step, the rivet flange portion (1.4), ...

SELF-ATTACHING FASTENER AND INSTALLATION DIE

A pierce nut having a central pilot, a cylindrical flange portion surrounding the pilot and a groove in the flange portion having at least one inclined side wall and a bottom wall having a convex annular protuberance preferably comprising spaced arcuate protuberances extending around the pilot which deforms panel metal beneath the inclined side wall and providing anti-rotation means when the nut is attached to a metal panel. The outer groove side wall includes radial notches or grooves which receive panel metal to provide anti-torque means. The improved die button includes an annular lip having an inside piercing edge spaced from the end to pierce a smaller slug and an annular convex fillet which deforms more panel metal into the nut groove to form a secure mechanical interlock between the nut and panel.

JOINING METAL COMPONENTS

This invention concerns a method of joining forged, machined, formed or cast components with metal tube. In another aspect it concerns a metal object constructed according to the method. The tube heated to expand its diameter, but not sufficiently to anneal it, or otherwise adversely affect its mechanical properties. Then, while the tube is still hot, it is pushed over part of the central component so that part of the tube overlies a circumferential groove in the central component. Then, while still hot, the circumferential part of the tube which overlies the groove, is rolled into the groove, so that when cooled the rolled part of the tube is clamped into the groove. The invention is particularly, but not exclusively, applicable to the construction of vehicle wheels having a forged, machined, formed or cast hub or centre and a metal rim.

MULTIPLE UNEVEN PLATE, MULTIPLE UNEVEN PLATE BENDING MOLD, MULTIPLE UNEVEN PLATE MANUFACTURING METHOD AND SEPARATOR USING MULTIPLE UNEVEN PLATE

A method of manufacturing a multiple uneven plate having multiple uneven portions, the multiple uneven portions having large protruding degree of each of the concave or convex portions, the concave or convex portions adjacent to one another includes the steps of forming a plurality of grooves, so that in the grooves the plate thickness is reduced and bending the plate to form a plurality of crest and trough lines crossing the grooves.

METALLIC SHAFT MATERIAL DIAMETER INCREASING DEVICE

A practical metallic shaft material diameter increasing device capable of increasing by forming the diameter of the intermediate part of a metallic shaft material by a simple operation, comprising a drivingly rotating part (5) which is provided with a holding part for engagedly holding the metallic shaft material as a work and drivingly rotated by a motor in the state that the metallic shaft material is close-fittedly held on the holding part, a driven rotating part (30) which is provided with a holding part installed so that it is opposed to the holding part of the drivingly rotating part and relatively movable in a direction toward or away from the drivingly rotating part, a feeding means (50) which moves the driven rotating part in a direction toward of away from the drivingly rotating part, an eccentric means (80) which tilts the holding part of the driven rotating part relative to the axis of the holding part of the drivingly rotating part, and a pressurizing means (70) which pressurizes ...

BULKHEAD BARRIER MEMBER

A bulkhead barrier member for separating a tubular member into chamber sections is described. The barrier member has a diameter between about 0.001 to 0.005 inches less than the diameter of the inner surface of the tubular member when positioned within the tubular housing. Upon compression of the barrier member, the barrier member is radially expandable to engage the inner surface of the tubular member to provide a sealed barrier between the chamber sections.

Vorrichtung zum Festspannen und Abdrücken von Aufspannstücken auf mit konischem Sitz versehenen Teilen.

Verfahren zum Befestigen eines zylindrischen Metallstiftes in einem Körper aus weicherem Metall und nach diesem Verfahren hergestelltes metallenes Glieder-Armband.

Verfahren zum Anbringen eines Bundes auf einer Achse für eine Fahrradfelgenbremse und nach diesem Verfahren hergestellte Achse mit Bund

Vorrichtung zum Festspannen und Abdrücken von Aufspannstücken auf mit konischem Sitz versehenen Teilen.

Automatische horizontale hydraulische Presse

Hydraulische Horizontalpresse

Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Verbindung eines Anschlussteiles mit einem Rohrende sowie Verbindung, hergestellt nach dem Verfahren

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zum festen Verbinden einer ersten und einer zweiten Metallplatte

Machine automatique pour l'assemblage d'au moins deux pièces par chassage

Verfahren zum Herstellen eines zylindrischen oder rohrförmigen, aus mehreren Materialien zusammengesetzten Profilstabes

Mit Aufreisslasche und Aufreisslinien versehene Dose

PROCEDIMENTO E RELATIVO UTENSILE PER COLLEGARE IN SALDA UNIONE PARTI METALLICHE TERMICAMENTE CONDUTTRICI SU SUPPORTI IN ACCIAIO INOSSIDABILE.

Procédé d'assemblage d'un arbre et d'un organe de transmission

Procédé pour assembler deux plaques, et outil pour la mise en oeuvre du procédé

DEVICE IN ORDER TO FLANGE THE TIPS FOR PENS TO SPHERE.

Method for joining of blades of turbine with cover band element, involves providing multiple blades arranged on blade carrier, which have rivet shanks at blade tips

The method involves providing multiple blades (11) arranged on a blade carrier, which have rivet shanks (13) at the blade tips. The rivet shanks extend in radial direction. A cover band element (14) is provided which has through holes adapted to the rivet shanks of the blades. The cover band element is placed on the blade tips of the multiple blades. The rivet shanks are hot press formed with a tool (16). The required heating of the rivet shanks is generated by friction between the rivet shanks and the tool for the hot press forming of the rivet shanks.

Patch assembly fragile material.

L’invention concerne un procédé de fabrication et d’assemblage d’un dispositif (1) comprenant une première pièce (2) et au moins une seconde pièce (3), ladite première pièce étant réalisée en un premier matériau et ladite au moins une seconde pièce étant réalisée en un second matériau, caractérisé en ce que ledit procédé comprend en outre les étapes suivantes: se munir de ladite au moins une seconde pièce (3) et la placer dans un négatif (5) ayant l’empreinte de la première pièce (2) et de la au moins une seconde pièce assemblées, ladite au moins une seconde pièce étant placé de sorte à occuper l’espace lui correspondant, se munir du premier matériau destiné à former la première pièce (2), le premier matériau étant un alliage métallique apte à devenir au moins partiellement amorphe; mettre en forme ledit premier matériau de sorte à réaliser ladite première pièce dans l’empreinte du négatif (5, 50) lui correspondant et de sorte que la première et la au moins une seconde pièce soient solidaires ...

Procedure for the production of a reinforcing staff.

Piston with piston rod.

СПОСОБ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ ЩЕТОЧНОГО УПЛОТНЕНИЯ

В способе изготовления щеточного уплотнения формируют щеточные элементы (ЩЭ), укладывают ЩЭ по кольцевой поверхности с заданным углом наклона, фиксируют ЩЭ, присоединяют корпусные детали уплотнения и сваривают с ЩЭ. Укладку ЩЭ осуществляют в кольцевом магазине, который имеет пазы, в которые укладывают ЩЭ, причем пазы расположены на его верхней поверхности под углом, соответствующим углу наклона ЩЭ щеточного уплотнения.

РОЛИК СТРІЧКОВОГО КОНВЕЄРА, СПОСІБ ВИРОБНИЦТВА РОЛИКА КОНВЕЄРА, ПРИСТРІЙ ДЛЯ ВИГОТОВЛЕННЯ РОЛИКА КОНВЕЄРА

Ролик стрічкового конвеєра включає корпус та стакани, які вміщують підшипникові вузли з підшипниками, посадженими на вісь ролика. Стакани виконані з окремих відрізків труби з кільцевими канавками на їх зовнішній поверхні, а трубчатий корпус виконаний зігнутим з обох кінців з умовою розміщення його торців в кільцевих канавках стаканів. В способі виробництва ролика стрічкового конвеєра шляхом деформації виготовляють з відрізків труб корпус ролика та стакани. Окремо виготовляють заготівки корпуса і стаканів і на зовнішній поверхні заготівок стаканів нарізають кільцеві канавки, фіксують стакани відносно корпусу, після цього кінці корпусу деформують без нагрівання до входження їх торців в кільцеві канавки стаканів. Пристрій для виготовлення ролика стрічкового конвеєра включає стенд з засобами для скріплення стаканів з корпусом та складання і змащування підшипникових вузлів. Засіб для скріплення стаканів з корпусом виконаний у вигляді штампа, оснащеного циліндричним утримувачем корпусу і двома ...

СПОСІБ РОЗСТАНОВКИ ЛОПАТОК РОТОРА ТУРБОМАШИНИ

Спосіб розстановки лопаток ротора турбомашини, згідно з яким спочатку вимірюють радіальний і тангенціальний статичні моменти множини лопаток, призначених для оснащення цього ротора, потім ці лопатки класифікують у пари за критерієм вибору, обумовленим в залежності від значень двох зазначених заздалегідь виміряних статичних моментів. Лопатки вибраних пар послідовно встановлюють на роторі з діаметрально протилежним розташуванням лопаток пари. Спосіб дозволяє отримати рівномірні динамічні навантаження на диск ротора від відцентрових сил при роботі турбомашини.

СПОСІБ ВИГОТОВЛЕННЯ РОЛИКА СТРІЧКОВОГО КОНВЕЄРА

Спосіб виготовлення ролика стрічкового конвеєра включає підготовку заготівок, виготовлення з трубчастих заготівок корпусу ролика, виготовлення з листових заготівок холодною деформацією корпусів підшипників, установлення підшипників з ущільненнями на вісь ролика з наступною холодною деформацією кінців корпусу ролика, яку виконують після запресовування в нього корпусів підшипників з розміщеними в них підшипниками й ущільненнями, насадженими на вісь. При цьому до кінців корпусу ролика через оправки подовжні осьові деформуючі зусилля прикладають в імпульсному режимі.

Профиль на основе клинч-соединения двух профилей

Полезная модель относится к технологии пуклевания и может быть использована при изготовлении профилей методом клинч-соединения. Профиль, образованный на основе клинч-соединения двух профилей, выполнен наложением парных П-образных профилей, соединенных основаниями друг с другом с образованием симметричного поперечного сечения и контактирующих друг с другом пуклевками. Каждый из соединенных профилей содержит однотипные маркировочные отверстия через заданный интервал. Профили совмещены друг с другом с совпадением их маркировочных отверстий и торцев. Пуклевка расположена между маркировочными отверстиями на одной с ними оси, которая расположена соосно продольной оси профилей. В результате обеспечивается повышение нагрузочной способности клинч-соединения профилей, отсутствие потребности в дополнительных крепежных элементах, возможность пуклевания профилей большой длины. 9 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 201 964 U1 (51) МПК E04C 3/32 (2006.01) B21D 39/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК E04C 3/32 (2019.08); B21D 39/00 (2019.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019134722, 30.10.2019 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Общество с ограниченной ответственностью «РКС-пласт» (RU) Дата регистрации: 25.01.2021 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 133161 U1, 10.10.2013. RU 2339772 C2, 27.11.2008. RU 2010112 C1, 30.03.1994. RU 174527 U1, 19.10.2017. US 4896818 A1, 30.01.1990. (45) Опубликовано: 25.01.2021 Бюл. № 3 2 0 1 9 6 4 R U (54) ПРОФИЛЬ НА ОСНОВЕ КЛИНЧ-СОЕДИНЕНИЯ ДВУХ ПРОФИЛЕЙ (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к технологии через заданный интервал. Профили совмещены пуклевания и может быть использована при друг с другом с совпадением их маркировочных изготовлении профилей методом клинчотверстий и торцев. Пуклевка расположена между соединения. Профиль, образованный на основе маркировочными отверстиями на одной с ними клинч-соединения двух ...

Head assembly attaching method, cylindrical jig, and caulking ball

A method of attaching a head assembly having an annular hollow boss to an arm having a through hole of a carriage is provided. The head assembly includes a load beam of a head suspension and a base plate fixed to a base part of the load beam. The boss is formed on the base plate. The method includes steps of, inserting the boss into the through hole, thereby setting the head assembly to the arm of the carriage, supplying lubricant along the cylindrical jig to the caulking ball and pushing the caulking ball with the cylindrical jig to pass the caulking ball through an inside of the boss and diametrally expand and plastically deform the boss, thereby fixedly fitting the boss of the head assembly to the through hole of the arm of the carriage. The method causes no deformation of a flange formed on the base plate during caulking and is achievable at low cost.

Press die of sliding cover fastener and punch structure thereof

A punch structure of a press die, which is used for manufacturing a sliding cover fastener, includes a first press component, a second press component, and a press pole, which are assembled together and act individually. Thus, the assembly of the sliding cover fastener can be accomplished with a single press die, so that the cost of the press die is lowered and manpower effectively reduced.

Pressing-shaping method for manufacturing circular cooling base for being embedded with fins and mold used in the method

A pressing-shaping method for manufacturing a circular cooling base for being embedded with fins and a mold used in the method are disclosed. The method includes providing a blank ingot that has a first surface, a second surface, and a lateral circular surface encircling the rims of the first and second surfaces. The method further includes using a mold to press the blank ingot to cause the first surface of the blank ingot to indent inward to form a groove, and to cause a plurality of clipping grooves to be formed on the lateral circular surface of the blank ingot through extrusion. As a result, the blank ingot is shaped into the circular cooling base for being embedded with fins.

Segmented sprocket assembly system

A sprocket assembly for a vehicle having a chassis and at least one endless track for engaging a ground surface. The track being movably coupled to the chassis and driven by the sprocket assembly. The sprocket assembly including at least one sprocket segment, a hub rotationally coupled to the chassis and a fastening system configured to displace some material portion of the sprocket segment when the sprocket segment is attached to the hub.

Pallet Support

When a pallet is in use, goods to be shipped are generally mounted on the top surface. A pallet support formed from a polymer, preferable a fiber reinforced biopolymer, fits on the open end of the pallet, and adds great strength thereto, while still permitting a loaded pallet to be used in a standard fashion. 1. A pallet support , the pallet support comprising:an exterior frame, the exterior frame having an open side and a closed side;the open side of the exterior frame having one or more slots;the closed side of the exterior frame having one or more tong openings; andwherein the open side of the pallet support receives a pallet.2. A pallet support , the pallet support comprising:an exterior frame, the exterior frame having an open side and a closed side;the open side of the exterior frame having at least two slots that correspond with at least two stringers of a pallet;the closed side of the exterior frame having one or more tong openings; andwherein the at least two slots receive at least two stringers of the a pallet; andwherein the closed side of the pallet encapsulates a side of the pallet when placed on the pallet.3. The pallet support shield of claim 2 , wherein the pallet is comprised of a composite material.4. The pallet support shield of claim 3 , wherein the composite material is a fiber reinforced polymer.5. The pallet support shield of claim 2 , wherein one or more gripping ribs are located within the at least two slots.6. The pallet support shield of claim 5 , wherein the one or more gripping ribs have a square shape.7. The pallet support shield of claim 5 , wherein the one or more gripping ribs have a hexagonal shape.8. The pallet support shield of claim 2 , wherein the pallet support shield is compression molded.9. A method for reinforcing a pallet with a pallet support claim 2 , the method comprising:providing a pallet;removing a top board and a bottom board from at least one end of the pallet, thereby exposing ends of at least two stringers of the ...

TACTILE WAFER LIFTER AND METHODS FOR OPERATING THE SAME

A tactile wafer lifting apparatus includes a pedestal and a vertical drive connected to the pedestal. The vertical drive is defined to provide controlled upward and downward movement of the pedestal. The tactile wafer lifting apparatus also includes a wafer support member disposed over the pedestal. A tactile switch is disposed between the wafer support member and the pedestal such that sufficient downward force on the wafer support member causes activation of the tactile switch. The tactile switch is connected to the vertical drive so as to interrupt upward movement of the pedestal and wafer support member disposed thereover upon activation of the tactile switch. 1. A method for operating a tactile wafer lifting apparatus , comprising:lifting a wafer support member of the tactile wafer lifting apparatus;activating a tactile switch in response to application of a sufficient downward force on the wafer support member; and automatically interrupting the lifting of the wafer support member, and', 'lowering the wafer support member to a bottom position., 'in response to activating the tactile switch,'}2. A method for operating a tactile wafer lifting apparatus as recited in claim 1 , further comprising:setting a sensitivity of the tactile wafer lifting apparatus such that the tactile switch activates prior to breakage of either the wafer support member or a structure contacted by the wafer support member.3. A method for operating a tactile wafer lifting apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein the sufficient downward force required to activate the tactile switch is within a range extending from about 0.5 pounds to about 2 pounds.4. A method for operating a tactile wafer lifting apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein the tactile switch is a normally closed switch claim 1 , and wherein application of the sufficient downward force on the wafer support member causes the tactile switch to be depressed to an activation point at which the tactile switch opens to break an ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTERFACING TO A GUIDE RAIL

Systems and methods are provided for interfacing to a guide rail. Provided is an improved rail interface wheel is provided including a continuous U-channel formed about a periphery of a puck shaped wheel body. The rail interface wheel is configured to spin about a spin axis. The U-channel includes a primary diameter measured parallel to the spin axis and a secondary diameter measured along a line that is coplanar with but not parallel to the spin axis. The secondary diameter is preferably at least as great as the primary diameter. The rail interface wheel may be used in combination with a movable structure, such as a library ladder. 1. A system comprising:a longitudinal support rail, said rail having a cross-section rail radius,a rail interface mechanism comprising a wheel rotatable about a wheel spin axis and configured to interface with said longitudinal support rail,said wheel comprising a body formed about said wheel spin axis, said wheel having an at least partially u-shaped channel formed radially into the body and forming a first flange defining a first flange diameter and a second flange defining a second flange diameter;wherein said channel is configured to receive said longitudinal support rail; andwherein said channel is formed about a channel axis, said channel having a channel radius measured from said channel axis.2. The system of wherein said support rail is substantially tubular.3. The system of wherein said support rail has a substantially circular cross section.4. The system of wherein said channel has a primary diameter claim 1 , wherein said primary diameter includes and is twice the channel radius claim 1 , wherein said primary diameter is measured parallel to the wheel spin axis claim 1 , and said channel has a secondary diameter measured along a straight line that is coplanar with claim 1 , but not parallel to claim 1 , the wheel spin axis claim 1 , between a point at a radially outermost point claim 1 , from said wheel spin axis claim 1 , of ...

BACK DRAFT DAMPER

A damper is provided. The damper includes a frame having a central opening through which air passes. A plurality of vanes are rotatably mounted within the frame. At least one of the vanes is oriented about a rotational axis that is offset at a non-orthogonal angle with respect to one of a horizontal and vertical axis. 1. A back draft damper assembly for use in an air handling system to condition air flowing through a room , the air handling system having a fan array having two or more fan units , each of the fan units including a corresponding motor and fan , the back draft damper assembly comprising:a plurality of back draft dampers arranged to align with corresponding fan units in the fan array, each of the dampers having a central opening that receives airflow, each of the dampers including a plurality of vanes rotatably mounted within the damper, the vanes having sides, the airflow being directed into separate channels between adjacent vanes, the channels having an associated local slipstream of the airflow;the vanes configured to independently rotate relative to one another based on the local slipstreams in the associated channels along both sides of each of the vanes, the vanes rotating to an open position in response to positive airflow in the local slipstream, the vanes rotating to a closed position in response to reverse airflow in the local slipstream.2. The back draft damper assembly of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when a first fan unit is operating claim 1 , the vanes of a first damper aligned therewith rotate to the open position and claim 1 , when a second fan unit is non-operating claim 1 , the vanes of a second damper aligned therewith rotate to the closed position claim 1 , the second damper rotating to the closed position based on the reverse airflow created by the operation of the first fan unit and experienced by the vanes of the second damper.3. The back draft damper assembly of claim 1 , wherein one portion of the vanes positioned proximate to a ...

Monitoring fastening loading

A retrofit system for providing a load indicator on a foundation bolt. The system includes a fastener having a fastener head, gauge length and central fastener bore in the gauge length and head. A datum rod is anchored in the central bore with a free datum rod being moveable longitudinally relative to the fastener head during elongation of the fastener gauge length. An internally threaded fastener portion below the central fastener bore is configured to thread over a foundation bolt. A compression sleeve positioned over the foundation bolt is configured to receive the load indicating fastener therein and to bear the compressive forces of the fastening. Elongation of the gauge length as the fastener is tightened onto the stud is manifest as displacement of the datum rod end, which displacement is measured to provide an indication of fastener loading.

MOWER DECK

A rotary mower deck assembly has a caster assembly mounted within a spindle hub. The spindle hub is rotated within a hub, which is permanently and rigidly mounted to the mower deck. When rotated, the spindle hub rotates cutting blades mounted within the mower deck. The spindle hub is disposed within the spindle hub to bear the weight of the mower deck assembly 1. A mower deck assembly , comprising:a deck;an exterior hub mounted to said deck such that said hub cannot move independently of said deck;a spindle hub rotatively disposable within said exterior hub;a plurality of first bearings disposed so as to allow rotation of said spindle hub independent of said exterior hub;a pulley rigidly attached to said spindle hub;a cutting blade assembly rotated by said spindle hub;a vertically adjustable caster assembly rotatively disposable within said spindle hub;at least one second bearing disposable so as to allow said spindle hub to rotate independently of said caster assembly; anda lubrication pathway extending from an exterior surface of said exterior hub, through said spindle hub to said caster assembly.2. The mower deck assembly of claim 1 , further comprising means for vertically adjusting said cutting blade assembly.3. The mower deck assembly of claim 2 , wherein said vertically adjusting means includesa plurality of connecting posts attached to said deck;a horizontal beam attached to said connecting posts;a height adjuster rigidly attached to said caster assembly and vertically adjustable through said horizontal beam.4. The mower deck assembly of claim 1 , wherein said spindle hub defines a slot to positionally fix said spindle hub relative to said pulley.5. The mower deck assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a thrust bearing attached to said caster assembly.6. The mower deck assembly of claim 5 , wherein said thrust bearing is vertically and adjustably attached to said caster assembly.7. The mower deck assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a zerk threadably ...

Flexible Pipe for Offshore and Other Applications

A flexible pipe for conducting fluid, such as offshore production fluids, has interior tubing, a series of rings and clamps, and exterior tubing. The interior tubing has an extruded tube and a surrounding layer. Outer rings dispose about the interior tubing and abut end-to-end. Inner rings dispose on the tubing and fit in between each of the outer rings. These inner rings have tapered surfaces that fit against beveled ends defined in each end of the outer ring's internal bore. The clamps affix the abutting ends of the outer rings together, and the exterior tubing disposes on the series of rings and clamps. This exterior tubing has an inner layer of wrapped tape surrounded by an extruded tube. A flange couples by an end clamp to the end ring of the pipe, and inner and outer supports on the flange support the interior and exterior tubing. 1. A flexible pipe , comprising:interior tubing having one or more first layers and defining a bore for conducting fluid;a plurality of first rings disposed about the interior tubing, each of the first rings abutting one another;a plurality of clamps coupling the abutting first rings together; andexterior tubing having one or more second layers and disposed about the first rings and the clamps.2. The pipe of claim 1 , wherein each of the first rings comprises a separate ring disposed independently on the interior tubing.3. The pipe of claim 1 , wherein each of the clamps comprises a separate clamp disposed independently on the first rings.4. The pipe of claim 1 , wherein the flexible pipe comprises a jumper claim 1 , a flow line claim 1 , a riser claim 1 , or conduit used in offshore production.5. The pipe of claim 1 , wherein the one or more first layers of the interior tubing comprise:an inner liner having the bore for conducing fluid; andat least one outer layer disposed about the inner liner.6. The pipe of claim 5 , wherein the at least one outer layer comprises an overwrapping layer of a composite laminate.7. The pipe of claim 1 ...

EXPANDABLE MEDICAL IMPLANT

A method for crimping a medical implant includes at least one foldable and/or unfoldable structure on or around or over a portion or outer surface of a catheter or of a catheter tip. No pressure beyond a predetermined pressure is exerted on the structure during and/or after crimping of the implant. 1. A method for crimping a medical implant comprising at least one foldable and unfoldable structure on or around or over a portion or outer surface of a catheter or of a catheter tip or another delivery device or part thereof , wherein no pressure beyond a predetermined pressure is exerted on the structure during and/or after crimping of the implant.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the foldable and unfoldable structure is one or more heart valve leaflets or replacements or substitutes thereof or comprises those.3. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the implant comprises one or more interconnecting elements claim 1 , and wherein the pressure exerted on the structure is determined between the interconnecting elements and the outer surface or the portion of the catheter.4. A method according to claim 1 , where the predetermined pressure is 0 N per square millimetre (0 N/mm).5. A method according to claim 1 , where the predetermined pressure is 5 N per square millimetre (5 N/mm).6. An implant crimped according to a method according to .7. Delivery device comprising an implant according to .8. Crimping device for crimping of an implant comprising at least one foldable and/or unfoldable structure on or around or over a portion or outer surface of a catheter or of a catheter tip with a predetermined pressure exerted on the structure.9. Crimping device for crimping of an implant comprising at least one foldable and/or unfoldable structure on or around or over a portion or outer surface of a catheter or of a catheter tip claim 6 , the crimping device comprising a pressure limiting arrangement for limiting the pressure that is exerted or exertable on the implant or ...

Hex Swaged Fluid Coupling And Method Of Making Same

A fluid coupling including a cylindrical stem having a fluid conduit therethrough and a hollow shell provided over a first end of the stem. A tool engaging hexagonal shape on an outer surface of the shell is disposed radially outward from a swage joined portion of the shell to the stem. The tool engaging hexagonal shape includes six non-contiguous flats having rounded portions therebetween. The swage joined portion and the tool engaging hexagonal shape are located at the same axial location along a centerline of the hollow shell, and the swage joined portion has an axial length along the centerline corresponding to an axial length along the centerline corresponding to an axial length along the centerline of the tool engaging hexagonal shape. 1. A method of making a fluid coupling , comprising the steps of:positioning a hollow shell around a cylindrical stem;die swaging the hollow shell to the cylindrical stem to mechanically connect the hollow shell to the cylindrical stem; andthe die swaging step includes deforming an outer surface of the hollow shell into a wrenching surface that includes a plurality of flats.2. The method of wherein the die swaging step is accomplished with a die set consisting of six die segments.3. The method of wherein each of the die segments has a planar internal surface.4. The method of wherein the die swaging step includes closing the planar internal surfaces of the die segments radially inward around a centerline of the hollow shell.5. The method of wherein the plurality of flats are separated by undeformed surfaces.6. A method of making a hose assembly claim 4 , comprising the steps of: positioning a hollow shell around a cylindrical stem;', 'die swaging the hollow shell to the cylindrical stem to mechanically connect the hollow shell to the cylindrical stem; and', 'the die swaging step includes deforming an outer surface of the hollow shell into a wrenching surface that includes a plurality of flats, 'making a plurality of fluid ...

BI-DIRECTIONAL SEAMING MACHINE AND METHOD OF SEAMING

A seaming machine and method are provided for seaming segments of sheet material to one another to form larger sheets. The machine typically includes a frame with a pair of spaced seaming devices mounted thereon for respectively seaming opposed edges of the segments of sheet material to one another. The process allows for the seaming of multiple sheet segments while the sheet segments remain atop a work surface. Relative back and forth movement between various components and the work surface typically facilitate the process. 1. A method comprising the steps of:unwinding a first segment of sheet material from a first roll of sheet material mounted on a frame adjacent a first end of the frame to position the first segment in a generally horizontal orientation, wherein the first segment of sheet material has first and second opposed edges;unwinding a second segment of sheet material from a second roll of sheet material mounted on the frame adjacent a second opposed end of the frame to position the second segment over the first segment such that first and second opposed edges of the second segment are respectively adjacent the first and second edges of the first segment; andseaming the first and second sheet segments together along the first edges of the first and second segments to form a two-segment sheet.2. The method of wherein the step of seaming the first and second sheet segments occurs during the step of unwinding the second segment from the second roll.3. The method of wherein the step of unwinding the first segment comprises unwinding the first segment from the first roll so that the first segment extends away from the first roll in a first longitudinal direction; andthe step of unwinding the second segment comprises unwinding the second segment from the second roll so that the second segment extends away from the second roll in a second opposite longitudinal direction.4. The method of wherein the first and second rolls are longitudinally spaced from one ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR HANDLING WIND TURBINE TOWER SECTIONS

A system and method for handling a wind turbine tower section generally includes a fixture that supports an end of the tower section in a substantially horizontal orientation. The fixture includes a plurality of adaptor holes. A corresponding number of inserts are positioned within the adaptor holes. Each of the inserts include at least one bolt hole aligned with a bolt hole in a flange of the tower section when positioned in the corresponding adaptor hole. This allows the fixture to be secured to the tower section by bolting the inserts to the flange. The fixture can then be used as a storage foot, a lifting point, a lashing point to a truck, railcar, or vessel, or in other ways to handle the tower section. 1. A method for handling wind turbine towers , comprising:positioning a tower section in a horizontal orientation, the tower section having a first end with a flange extending along a radius of curvature and bolt holes through the flange;positioning a first fixture against the first end of the tower section, the first fixture having a base portion, an abutment portion extending upwardly from the base portion and facing the first end of the tower section when positioned, and a plurality of adaptor holes extending through the abutment portion;positioning and retaining inserts in the plurality of adaptor holes, the inserts each including one or more bolt holes arranged along a first radius of curvature when positioned in a corresponding adaptor hole, the first radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the bolt holts in the flange of the tower section; andsecuring the first fixture to the first end of the tower section by bolting the inserts to the flange.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the first fixture is positioned against the first end of the tower section after positioning the tower section in a horizontal orientation.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein inserts are positioned in the plurality of adaptor holes before ...

MODULAR, SELF-CONTAINED, MOBILE CLEAN ROOM

Biosafety units, methods of making and sealing the same are disclosed herein. The present invention includes a unitary structure able to be validated for pharmaceutical manufacturing comprising: at least one controlled air, sealable, sterilizable cleanroom; a mechanical system room adjacent to and separate from the cleanroom comprising: one or more air handling units that provide conditioned air to the cleanroom; and one or more power busses that provide power to electrical outlets in the cleanroom from two sources, wherein the at least two power supplies are connectable to one or more external electrical power sources; an integrated fire suppression system integral to the cleanroom; and one or more corridor connectors, wherein a corridor can be attached at the corridor connector. 1. A unitary structure able to be validated for pharmaceutical manufacturing comprising:at least one controlled air, sealable, sterilizable cleanroom;a mechanical system room adjacent to and separate from the cleanroom comprising:one or more air handling units that provide conditioned air to the cleanroom; andone or more power busses that provide power to electrical outlets in the cleanroom from two sources, wherein the at least two power supplies are connectable to one or more external electrical power sources;an integrated fire suppression system integral to the cleanroom; andone or more corridor connectors, wherein a corridor can be attached at the corridor connector.2. The structure of claim 1 , further comprising an unitary claim 1 , information technology system that connects to an intranet claim 1 , an extranet or both claim 1 , wherein the system connects to and controls one or more sensors in the at least one or more cleanrooms and if connected one or more corridors.3. The structure of claim 1 , further comprising one or more external controls connected to one or more sensors that monitor claim 1 , temperature claim 1 , humidity claim 1 , air pressure claim 1 , equipment status ...

SHIPPING PALLET POST REINFORCEMENT

A shipping pallet having a top deck, a bottom skid, and a plurality of posts disposed between and separating the top deck and the bottom skid such that at least one tow fork is able to be positioned between the top deck and the bottom skid. The shipping pallet also includes a plurality of collars formed as part of the top deck, and the posts are integrally formed as part of the bottom skid. Each of the plurality of posts is received into and connected to a respective one of the plurality of collars. There is also a plurality of reinforcements, and each of the reinforcements is disposed within and surrounded by a post. Each post and reinforcement is received into one of the collars, and the post is connected to the collar through a connection point, such as an adhesive joint or thermoplastic weld. 119-. (canceled)20. A method for reinforcing a post formed as part of a shipping pallet , comprising the steps of:providing a top deck;providing a bottom skid;providing at least one post;integrally forming at least one collar with one of said top deck or said bottom skid; andat least partially inserting said at least one post into said at least one collar such that said at least one post separates said top deck from said bottom skid;providing at least one reinforcement;inserting said at least one reinforcement into said at least one post to increase the strength of said at least one post;providing at least one void as part of said bottom skid;forming said at least one reinforcement in said at least one void during the molding of said bottom skid.2122-. (canceled)23. The method for reinforcing a post formed as part of a shipping pallet of claim 20 , further comprising the steps of:providing at least one collar to be further comprised of a plurality of collars integrally formed as part of said top deck;providing said at least one post to be further comprised of a plurality of posts integrally formed as part of said bottom skid;positioning at least part of each of said ...

ASSEMBLING APPARATUS AND METHOD, AND ASSEMBLING OPERATION PROGRAM

In an assembling apparatus according to the present invention, a control portion controls an operation of a working portion such that a first reference position, which corresponds to a first reference point of an assembling component defined in three-dimensional model data of the assembling component, and a second reference position, which corresponds to a second reference point of the assembling component defined in three-dimensional model data of an assembled component, are associated with each other. Therefore, it is possible to carry out an assembling operation properly and efficiently irrespective of a positional shift of the assembled component. 1. An assembling apparatus comprising:a working portion for assembling a first component serving as an assembling component into a second component serving as an assembled component;a recognizing portion for recognizing three-dimensional positions and postures of said first component and said second component; anda control portion for controlling an operation of said working portion based on the recognition of the three-dimensional positions and the postures in said recognizing portion, whereinsaid control portion controlling an operation of said working portion such that a first reference position and a second reference position are associated with each other, said first reference position being set to said first component in an actual space recognized by said recognizing portion as a corresponding position to a predetermined first reference point set to three-dimensional model data of said first component, said second reference position being set to said second component in the actual space recognized in said recognizing portion as a corresponding position to a predetermined second reference point set to three-dimensional model data of said second component, andsaid second reference point serves to designate a place related to an assembly of said first component over the three-dimensional model data of said second ...

SPLIT-RING GLAND PIPE COUPLING WITH CORRUGATED ARMOR

A pipe coupling for coupling adjacent ends of a pair of pipes includes a sleeve, a split-ring gland positioned around one of the ends of the sleeve, and at least one annular gasket positioned within the split-ring gland and configured to be compressed by the split-ring gland for sealing one pipe end to the sleeve. The split-ring gland includes two partially circular gland members with spaced ends defining a gap. The pipe coupling includes an armor positioned to span the gap between the spaced ends to provide a generally closed annular periphery about the gasket. The armor includes a corrugated portion having a plurality of corrugations engaging the split-ring gland and the gasket during compression of the gasket. The armor is cold formed to improve structural strength and durability. 1. A method of assembling a split-ring gland for a pipe coupling comprising:positioning first and second partially-circular gland members of the split-ring gland such that first ends thereof along one side are in confronting relationship with second ends along another side being spaced apart;placing the first ends into abutting relationship so as to define a nominal gap between the second ends and to define a partially-cylindrical annular wall of the gland members;inserting an armor having a portion containing a plurality of corrugations to span the gap across the second ends so as to form a generally closed annular periphery defined by the partially-cylindrical annular wall of the first and second gland members and the corrugated portion of the armor;combining at least one annular gasket with the gland members and the armor in the closed annular periphery such that the corrugated portion of the armor engages the at least one annular gasket;securely coupling the first ends in gap-free relationship with a first fastener; andcoupling the first and second gland members at the spaced ends with a second fastener configured to draw the spaced ends together and compress the gasket in the ...

Assembling method of vehicular air-conditioning apparatus

An assembling method of a vehicular air-conditioning apparatus including various equipment, which is required for air-conditioning a vehicle, mounted in a vehicular-air-conditioner frame on a production line includes modularization of, among the various equipment, at least a compressor, an indoor heat exchanger, and an outdoor heat exchanger off the production line, and, further, modularization of a refrigeration cycle by connecting the above modules with refrigerant pipes off the production line, as well as incorporating the modularized refrigerant cycle into assembly work on the production line as a refrigerant cycle module.

Component placement device comprising a machine frame and at least two component pickup units, as well as a method for driving such a component placement device

A component placement device comprises a machine frame and at least two component pickup units which are movable relative to at least one subframe supported by a machine frame. Each component pickup unit is movable at least in a direction of movement. The component placement device comprises means for determining the magnitude of a counterforce to be exerted on the subframe substantially in the direction of movement, as well as at least one drive unit for exerting the counterforce determined by said means substantially in the direction of movement on the subframe for the purpose of at least partially counteracting the reactive force exerted on the subframe by at least one component pickup unit during movement of the component pickup unit in the direction of movement relative to the subframe. 1. A component placement device comprising a machine frame and at least two component pickup units which are movable relative to at least one subframe supported by a machine frame , each component pickup unit being movable at least in a direction of movement , wherein the component placement device comprises means for determining the magnitude of a counterforce to be exerted on the subframe substantially in the direction of movement , as well as at least one drive unit for exerting the counterforce determined by said means substantially in the direction of movement on the subframe for the purpose of at least partially counteracting the reactive force exerted on the subframe by at least one component pickup unit during movement of the component pickup unit in the direction of movement relative to the subframe.2. A component placement device according to claim 1 , wherein the subframe is provided with a first part of the drive unit claim 1 , whilst a second part of the drive unit claim 1 , which cooperates with the first part of the drive unit claim 1 , is mounted on an auxiliary frame that is freestanding from the machine frame.3. A component placement device according to claim 2 ...

INFRARED SCANNING PORT

We disclose a method for securing an infrared transmissive polymer to integrated panels, deadfronts, or transition plates, thus providing a reinforced polymer window through which the thermographer can scan an energized unit without being directly exposed to contact with internal components or having to remove said panels, deadfronts, or transition plates. We also disclose a device for securing the polymer consisting of a retention frame with half shear retainers that keep the polymer locked in place. 1. A method for securing an infrared transmissive polymer to a panel of an electrical enclosure comprising:a. aligning half shear retainers on a retention frame with holes in said infrared transmissive polymer and holes in said panel, wherein said half shear retainers are comprised of raised protrusions on said retention frame;b. placing said infrared transmissive polymer against said retention frame; andc. coupling said retention frame to said panel.2. The method of further comprising securing said retention frame to said panel with hardware.3. The method of wherein said hardware are bolts.4. The method of wherein said half shear retainers protrude beyond the plane of said retention frame by a distance of half the width of said retention frame.5. The method of wherein the step of coupling said retention frame to said panel further comprisesa. aligning bolt holes of said infrared transmissive polymer with bolt holes of said panel and bolt holes of said retention frame; andb. passing a bolt through the aligned bolt holes of said retention frame, infrared transmissive polymer, and panel.6. A device for securing an infrared transmissive polymer to a panel comprising a retention frame claim 1 , said retention frame surrounding a frame opening and having protrusions on the side of said frame that faces said panel.7. The device of wherein said infrared transmissive polymer has holes for receiving each of said protrusions.8. The device of further comprising a cover configured ...

Method and Apparatus for Tensioning a Cable

A method for tensioning a cable uses a tensioning installation comprising a pulley over which the cable passes, a support trolley for the mobile pulley, on a guide rail and one or several linear actuators to move the trolley. The method allows coupling an actuator, in a first position between a first support point fixed relative to the rail and a second support point fixed relative to the trolley such that the trolley moves on a first segment of the rail and the actuator is controlled as a function of the set tension of the cable decoupling the actuator from its first position; and coupling an actuator, in a second position between a third support point fixed relative to the rail and a fourth support point fixed relative to the trolley, at least one of the third support point or the fourth support point being distinct from the first support point and the second support point such that the trolley moves on a second segment of the rail and the actuator is controlled as a function of the set tension of the cable. A cable tensioning installation and a cable transport installation are described. 110-. (canceled)11. A method for tensioning a cable using a tensioning installation comprising a mobile pulley over which said cable passes , a support trolley for said mobile pulley , on a guide rail running along a longitudinal axis between first and second end points so as to adjust the tension of the cable as a function of a set tension of the cable , and at least one linear actuator for moving the trolley along the longitudinal axis , said method comprising:coupling said at least one actuator in a first position between a first support point fixed relative to the rail and a second support point fixed relative to the trolley such that the trolley moves on a first segment of the rail extending between the first end point and an intermediate point and said at least one actuator is controlled as a function of the set tension of the cable;decoupling the at least one actuator from ...

NESTABLE BEVERAGE CONTAINERS AND METHODS THEREOF

Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to nested beverage containers and methods thereof. More specifically, embodiments of the present invention relate to improved beverage containers having interlocking features with adjacent containers, allowing for ease of transportation and lower cost of packaging. In one embodiment, a nestable beverage container comprises a top portion comprising an opening into a voluminous body, a sealing means, and a connection means positioned beneath the sealing means, a bottom portion comprising a receiving means shaped to conform to the connection means of an adjacently nested container, and the voluminous body being defined by the top portion, the bottom portion and a side wall, wherein the opening into the voluminous body is the only means for accessing contents of the nestable beverage container. 1. A system of nestable containers comprising: a substantially cylindrical voluminous body being defined by a top portion, a bottom portion and a sidewall;', 'the top portion comprising a single opening into a voluminous body, a sealing means for temporarily sealing the contents of the first beverage container, the sealing means consisting of a pull tab and semi-weakened surface covering the opening, and a connection means positioned beneath the sealing means;', 'the bottom portion comprising a receiving means; and', 'wherein the semi-weakened surface covering the opening remains attached to the top portion in an open position; and, 'a first beverage container comprising a voluminous body being defined by a top portion, a bottom portion and a sidewall;', 'the top portion comprising a single opening in to a voluminous body, a sealing means for temporarily sealing the contents of the second container, and a connection means positioned beneath the sealing means, the connection means shaped to be received by the receiving means of the first beverage container., 'a second container comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Manufacture Method for a Surface Mounted Power LED Support and its Product

A manufacture method for a surface mounted power LED support comprises providing a wiring board having both sided metal layers. In addition, the method comprises forming a hole. Further, the method comprises setting a metal layer in the surface of the hole. Still further, the method comprises thickening the metal layer of the wiring board. The method also comprises etching the metal layer of the wiring board. Moreover, the method comprises cutting the wiring board to form single support unit. A surface mounted power LED support comprises a both sided wiring board, a hole formed in the wiring board and wiring layers set on the surface of the wiring board. 1. A method for manufacturing a surface mounted power LED bracket , comprising steps of:1) preparing a double-sided metal layer coated circuit substrate comprising: providing an ordinary insulating board as a substrate for the circuit substrate, coating an upper surface of the substrate with a first metal layer and a lower surface of the substrate with a second metal layer, thereby forming the double-sided metal layer coated circuit substrate;2) forming a hole, comprising: forming at least one hole in the circuit substrate by a mechanical process, a laser process or an etching process;3) providing a hole-wall metal layer, comprising: providing a metal layer on an inner wall of the hole by a plating process, a deposition process or a screen printing process;4) increasing a thickness of a metal layer, comprising: increasing a thickness of the metal layer on the lower surface of the circuit substrate, by forming a third metal layer integrated with the second metal layer by a fusion process, a deposition process or a plating process, to form a thick metal layer, such that a metal layer at a bottom of the hole has a thickness that can carry an LED chip;5) etching the metal layers, comprising: processing the metal layers on the circuit substrate by an etching process, to form a first circuit layer on the upper surface of ...

DEVICE HAVING A SPHERICAL ELEMENT TO BE CRIMPED, CRIMPING METHOD AND CRIMPING SYSTEM

The crimping system for a device having a spherical element to be crimped comprising a stem mounted in a sleeve and ended at one end with the spherical element, comprises: 1. Crimping system for a device having a spherical element to be crimped comprising a stem mounted in a sleeve and ended at one end with the spherical element , said crimping system comprises:an anvil intended to bear on a bearing flange of the sleeve,means of traction comprising a system of jaws configured to enclose the spherical element.2. Crimping system according to claim 1 , wherein the system of jaws comprises two jaws.3. Crimping system according to claim 2 , wherein both jaws comprises an open cavity formed to follow claim 2 , at least partially claim 2 , the outlines of the stem and the spherical element at their junction claim 2 , the cavities enabling the hold of the device to be crimped in a closed position of the jaws.4. Crimping system according to claim 3 , wherein the two jaws are swivelingly mounted one above the other in order to define an open position enabling the insertion of the spherical element between the jaws and a closed position in which the spherical element moves in accordance with the movements of the means of traction claim 3 , and in that return means are arranged to continuously urge said jaws towards the open position.5. Crimping system according to claim 4 , wherein the means of traction are translatingly mounted in the body of the anvil.6. Crimping system according to claim 4 , wherein the body of the anvil comprises a fixed part and a movable part swivelingly mounted on the fixed part claim 4 , whose open and closed positions coincide respectively with the open and closed positions of the jaws.7. Crimping system according to claim 6 , wherein a locking element is translatingly mounted on the outside of the body of the anvil claim 6 , the locking element including a disengaged position in which the jaws and the fixed and movable parts of the anvil are in the ...

RING FOR MOUNTING A STRUCTURE TO A SHAFT

Mounting rings and methods for mounting structures to shafts are provided. The rings and methods may be used to mount other rings or housings to a shaft. The rings are characterized by having flexible inner diameters that can deflect under a radial load. The radial deflection of the inner diameter permits the rings to deflect and engage an outer diameter of a shaft. The engagement of the rings with a shaft provides at least some resistance to movement, for example, rotation and/or axial displacement, of the shaft relative to the ring and structure. In one aspect, the ring has a closed, hollow, construction, for example, a circular, oval, or polygonal closed, hollow construction. The ring may include a plurality of indentations, such as slots, on the inside diameter of the ring that may relieve at least some of the circumferential stress in the ring. Methods for using the rings to mount a structure to a shaft are also disclosed. 1. A method for mounting a structure to a shaft , the method comprising:mounting a first surface of a first section of a ring to a structure;a radially inner section of the ring comprising an inner surface having a plurality of flexible indentations flexibly engaging the shaft to substantially prevent the rotation of the shaft relative to the ring under a load and to rigidly mount the ring to the shaft such that the structure rotates with the shaft;two radially extending sections of the ring oriented substantially parallel to one another and substantially perpendicular to an axial direction through the ring prior to mounting; andthe radially extending sections located between the inner section and the first section, the radially extending sections, the inner section and the first section bounding an internal cavity, the cavity deforming in response a load from the shaft such that the inner section and the first section move closer to each other.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein mounting the structure to the first surface of the ring ...

Guide Pin for a Starting Element

A starting element has a housing () and a guide pin () for centering the starting element during assembly. The guide pin () is made of sheet metal and is connected to the housing () by means of a positive connection. A method of producing such housing of a starter element is also disclosed. 1. A starting element comprising:{'b': '4', 'a housing (); and'}{'b': 6', '6', '4', '18, 'a guide pin () for centering the starting element during assembly, said guide pin () being formed of sheet metal and connected to said housing () by means of a positive connection ().'}26. The starting element according to claim 1 , wherein said guide pin () has a maximum wall thickness of less than 3 mm.3641864. The starting element according to claim 1 , wherein said guide pin () is connected to said housing () by means of said individual positive connection () arranged in the center of an interface between said guide pin () and said housing ().464. The starting element according to claim 1 , wherein said guide pin () is connected to said housing () by means of a TOX connection.56204. The starting element according to claim 1 , wherein said guide pin () comprises an insertion bevel () at an end remote of said housing ().6262442624. The starting element according to claim 1 , additionally comprising connection elements () and at least one connection sheet metal () connected to said housing () to connect said starting element to a rotating drive unit via said connection elements () arranged at said connection sheet metal ().7. The starting element according to claim 1 , wherein the starting element comprises one of a hydro clutch and a hydrodynamic torque converter.8. A method of producing a housing of a starter element comprising the steps of:{'b': '6', 'providing a guide pin () made from sheet metal;'}{'b': 4', '2', '6', '4, 'providing a housing cover () of the housing (); and positively connecting the guide pin () to the housing cover ().'}966. The method according to claim 8 , ...

MOUNT MEMBER, STRUCTURAL OBJECT MOUNT, METHOD FOR INSTALLING THE MOUNT, AND SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM USING THE MOUNT

A mount member () includes a beam (), two arms () for connecting the beam () to a strut for supporting the beam () and a pair of arm coupling members (). The pair of arm coupling members () couples respective outer ends of the two arms () with the beam (). Each of the arm coupling members () is movable between a first state in which the beam () and the two arms () are overlapped and aligned in a longitudinal direction thereof with the two arms () being in line with each other, and a second state in which mutually facing ends of the two arms () are spaced apart from the beam () relative to the first state. 2. The mount member according to claim 1 , further comprising:an arm bracket coupling each of the mutually facing ends of the arms with the strut supporting the beam;wherein the arm bracket is rotatably provided at each of the mutually facing ends of the arms.3. The mount member according to claim 2 ,wherein the arm bracket is rotated toward the beam such that the beam can be fitted inside the arm bracket.5. The mount member according to claim 4 ,wherein the beam bracket is rotated so as to be housed inside the beam.8. The structural object mount according to claim 7 , wherein the structural object is a solar cell module.9. A mount member supporting a structural object claim 7 , comprising:a plurality of longitudinal beams arranged in parallel;two arms provided on each of the longitudinal beams, the two arms for connecting the longitudinal beam to a strut supporting the longitudinal beam;a pair of arm coupling members; anda plurality of latitudinal beams arranged in parallel on the longitudinal beams so as to be orthogonal to the longitudinal beams,wherein the pair of arm coupling members is provided on each of the longitudinal beams, andwherein the pair of arm coupling members couples respective outer ends of the two arms with the longitudinal beam such that the two arms are movable between a first state in which the longitudinal beam and the two arms are ...

ROTARY COMPRESSOR AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

A rotary compressor having a reduced vibration and noise thereof, and capable of minimizing the deformation of components to improve the performance and the reliability, thereby providing applications for various fields other than for an air conditioner 1. A rotary compressor , comprising:a case forming an external appearance of the rotary compressor;a driving portion provided at an inner side of the case, and having a stator fixed to the case, a rotator rotatively provided at an inside the stator, and a rotary shaft that is press-fitted to the rotator;a compression portion provided at an inner side of the case, and having an eccentric portion provided at a lower portion of the rotary shaft, a roller rotatively inserted into an outer side of the eccentric portion, a cylinder accommodating the roller and provided for a compression chamber to be formed therein, and a vane configured to divide the compression chamber;a fastening member configured to connect the driving portion to the compression portion; anda supporting member configured to connect the compression portion to the case to support the compression portion.2. The rotary compressor of claim 1 , wherein the supporting member comprises a first elastic member to support the compression portion claim 1 , and a second elastic member to connect the fastening member to the case.3. The rotary compressor of claim 1 , wherein the supporting member is a damper configured to couple the fastening member to the case and to absorb vibration.4. The rotary compressor of claim 1 , further comprising:an upper portion bearing coupled to an upper portion of the cylinder and configured to support the rotary shaft, and a lower portion bearing coupled to a lower portion of the cylinder and configured to support the rotary shaft, andone of both sides of the fastening member is coupled to the stator of the driving portion.5. The rotary compressor of claim 4 , wherein the other side of the fastening member is coupled to the upper ...

VEHICLE WHEEL BALANCE WEIGHTS

A vehicle wheel weight for attachment to a wheel rim comprises a mass portion formed of nonlead material and configured to be juxtaposed against a wheel rim when attached to a wheel. The mass portion defines a clip groove on an exterior side thereof, with the clip groove being defined by opposed first and second sidewalls. The wheel weight also includes a clip having an extended portion for engaging the wheel rim and an attachment portion seated in the clip groove. A self-locking arrangement is provided on the clip and the mass portion for interconnecting the attachment portion of the clip with the mass portion such that when the attachment portion is seated in the clip groove the self-locking arrangement secures the clip to the mass portion. 1. A vehicle wheel weight for attachment to a wheel rim , said wheel weight comprising:(a) a mass portion formed of nonlead material and configured to be juxtaposed against a wheel rim when attached to a wheel;(b) said mass portion defining a clip groove on an exterior side thereof, with the clip groove being defined by opposed first and second sidewalls;(c) a clip having an extended portion for engaging said wheel rim and an attachment portion seated in said clip groove; and(d) a self-locking arrangement on the clip and the mass portion for interconnecting said attachment portion of said clip with said mass portion such that when said attachment portion is seated in said clip groove said self-locking arrangement secures said clip to said mass portion.2. A vehicle wheel weight as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said self-locking arrangement comprises at least one flexible finger on said attachment portion of said clip engaging an adjacent portion of said mass portion.3. A vehicle wheel weight as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said attachment portion of said clip defines at least one securement opening through which a post located in said clip groove of said mass portion is received claim 1 , said securement opening and said post ...

METHOD FOR REMOVING A TWIST-MODULE SUB-ASSEMBLY IN A KNOTTER ASSEMBLY

The subject invention relates to a knotter assembly for use in a wire-tieing system. The knotter assembly includes a slidably removable twist module assembly, a ratcheted cover arm assembly, and a torque tube assembly having two operating arms that carry all of the operating components for actuating various elements of the knotter assembly. 1. A method for removing a twist-module sub-assembly in a knotter assembly on a material baling apparatus , the knotter assembly including a frame having a base plate and a pair of parallel opposed side walls , a knotter cover arm assembly including a pair of opposed knotter cover arms coupled , at a first end of each arm , to a knotter cover , and pivotably coupled , at a second end of each arm , to a shaft such that rotation of the arms about the shaft causes the knotter cover to at least partially extend from a first side of the knotter assembly , the method comprising:rotating the knotter cover arm assembly outwardly from the first side of the knotter assembly;securing the knotter cover arm assembly in a raised rotated position;accessing, through the first side of the knotter assembly, one or more coupling devices securing the first twist-module sub-assembly to the knotter assembly;removing the one or more coupling devices; andextracting the first twist-module sub-assembly as a unit from the knotter assembly substantially via the first side of the knotter assembly.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:inserting a second twist-module sub-assembly into the knotter assembly substantially via the first side of the knotter assembly;installing the one or more coupling devices;releasing the knotter cover arm assembly from the raised rotated position; androtating the knotter cover arm downwardly to a substantially vertical original position.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the second twist-module sub-assembly is configured for operation of the knotter assembly using a different gauge of wire than the first twist-module sub- ...

CLAD ALLOY SUBSTRATES AND METHOD FOR MAKING SAME

A method for producing a single-clad or multiple-clad product includes providing a welded assembly comprising a cladding material disposed on a substrate material. Both the substrate material and the cladding material are individually selected alloys. At least a first edge of the cladding material of the welded assembly does not extend to a first edge of the substrate material and thereby provides a margin between the first edges. A material that is an alloy having hot strength greater than the cladding material is within the margin and adjacent the first edge of the cladding material. The welded assembly is hot rolled to provide a hot rolled band, and the material within the margin inhibits the cladding material from spreading beyond the edge of the substrate material during the hot rolling. In certain embodiments of the methods, the substrate material is stainless steel and the cladding material is nickel or a nickel alloy. 1. A method for producing a clad product , the method comprising:providing a welded assembly comprising an alloy cladding material plate disposed on a steel plate, and an alloy material comprising a hot strength greater than the cladding material plate, wherein in the welded assembly at least a first edge of the cladding material plate does not extend to a first edge of the steel plate to define a margin therebetween, and wherein the alloy material is disposed in the margin and adjacent the first edge of the cladding material plate; andhot rolling the welded assembly to provide a hot rolled band, wherein the alloy material inhibits the cladding material plate from spreading beyond the edge of the steel plate during the hot rolling.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cladding material plate is disposed in a recess on a surface of the steel plate such that a projecting portion of the steel plate defines at least one wall of the recess and is within the margin and adjacent at least the first edge of the cladding material plate.3. The method of ...

WEAR PLATE FASTENING SYSTEM, ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD

A wear plate system comprises a wear plate for mounting to the inside of a grinding mill A fastening arrangement comprises an elongate coupling member having a first end arranged to secure to the wear plate such that when so secured the coupling member is arranged to pivot with respect to the wear plate. A second end of the elongate coupling member secures to the grinding mill 1. A wear plate system comprising:a wear plate for mounting to the inside of a grinding mill; anda fastening arrangement comprising an elongate coupling member, the elongate coupling member having a first end arranged to secure to the wear plate such that when so secured the coupling member is arranged to pivot with respect to the wear plate, and a second end arranged to secure to the grinding mill.2. A wear plate system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the elongate coupling member is arranged to pivot in two or more planes substantially orthogonal to a surface of the wear plate arranged to confront a wall of grinding mill.3. A wear plate system in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the elongate coupling member is arranged to pivot about a point at which the first end secures to the wear plate.4. A wear plate in accordance with claim 3 , wherein the elongate coupling member is arranged to pivot by at least +/−5 angle degrees.5. A wear plate in accordance with claim 4 , wherein the elongate coupling member is arranged to pivot by +/−10 angle degrees.6. A wear plate system in accordance with any one of the preceding claims claim 4 , wherein the fastening arrangement comprises a retaining member coupled to the wear plate claim 4 , the retaining member arranged to receivingly engage the first end of the elongate member and having an adjustable orientation which allows the elongate member to pivot with respect to the wear plate.7. A wear plate system in accordance with claim 6 , wherein the retaining member is a nut having an internal thread arranged to receive a correspondingly threaded portion ...

METHOD OF FABRICATION OF COLLAPSIBLE STORAGE TANK

In one embodiment, a collapsible, flexible storage tank is provided that is capable of holding a liquid material. The tank includes a sheet of flexible, moisture impervious side wall material; at least one opening for receiving a fitting to fill and drain the tank; joining seams wherein edges of the sheet are joined, the seams extending about the tank in a spiral orientation; and closing seams wherein the side ends of the pillow tank are sealed. In another aspect, a collapsible, flexible storage tank is capable of holding a liquid. The tank includes a sheet of flexible side wall material; at least one opening for receiving a fitting to fill and drain the tank; and butt seams wherein edges of the flexible sheet are joined together in the same plane in a butt joint configuration using an overlapping piece of flexible, moisture impervious sealed material over the top thereof. 1. A collapsible , flexible storage tank capable of holding a liquid material , including:a sheet of flexible, moisture impervious side wall material;at least one opening for receiving a fitting to fill and drain the tank;joining seams wherein edges of the sheet of material are joined, the seams extending about the tank in a spiral orientation; andclosing seams wherein the side ends of the pillow tank are sealed.2. The collapsible claim 1 , flexible storage tank as set forth in claim 1 , wherein only two or less joining seams encounter a closing seam at each end of the tank.3. The collapsible claim 1 , flexible storage tank as set forth in claim 1 , wherein at least some of the seams are characterized by a butt joint configuration and a length of flexible claim 1 , moisture impervious material overlapping the butt joint and sealed to the sheet of material.4. The collapsible claim 3 , flexible storage tank as set forth in claim 3 , wherein the length of flexible claim 3 , moisture impervious material is attached along an outside surface of the storage tank.5. The collapsible claim 4 , flexible ...

ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A RADIALLY INTERMEDIATE JOINT AND CORRESPONDING METHOD OF JOINING TWO COMPONENTS

An assembly comprising a first component joined to a second component by means of an intermediate joint is provided. The first component has a first joining surface arranged coaxially and spaced in a juxtaposition around a second joining surface of the second component, such that a groove is defined between the first and second joining surfaces. The groove comprises an arcuate section formed in that one of the first and second joining surfaces comprises a concave portion and the other of the first and second joining surfaces comprises a convex portion, radially opposite from the concave portion. The intermediate joint is formed by an insert ring, made of a high strength material, pressed into the groove and deformed such that material of the insert ring fills the concave portion and surrounds the convex portion. Consequently, the first and second components are locked relative to each other in both axial directions. 1. An assembly comprising a first component joined to a second component by means of an intermediate joint , the first component having a first joining surface arranged coaxially and spaced in a juxtaposition around a second joining surface of the second component , thereby defining a groove between the first and second joining surfaces , andone of the first and second joining surfaces comprises a concave portion and the other of the first and second joining surfaces comprises a convex portion, radially opposite from the concave portion, such that the groove comprises an arcuate section; and whereinthe intermediate joint is formed by an insert ring that is pressed into the groove and deformed so as to adopt the shape of the arcuate section.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the insert ring has a volume that is at least equal to a volume of the arcuate section of the groove.3. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the convex portion has an apex with a diameter that is equal to a maximum diameter of the joining surface having the concave ...

Golf Club Head With Grooves And Method Of Manufacture

Embodiments of golf clubs with grooves and methods of manufacture thereof are described herein. Other embodiments and related methods are also disclosed herein. 1. A method of manufacturing a golf club head , the method comprising:providing a body having a strike face with channels where at least one of the channels comprises a single groove and where the strike face comprises a first material;providing at least one preform comprising a second material different from the first material; andinserting the at least one preform into the at least one of the channels such that a radius of an exterior edge of the single groove is partially formed by the at least one preform and is also partially formed by the strike face, 'the at least one preform forms at least a portion of the single groove.', 'wherein2. The method of claim 1 , wherein: casting the body;', 'forging the body; or', 'machining the body., 'providing the body comprises at least one of3. The method of claim 1 , wherein: 'providing the at least one preform with a size larger than a size of the at least one of the channels.', 'providing the at least one preform comprises4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:heating the body before inserting the at least one preform into the at least one of the channels, inserting the at least one preform into the at least one of the channels comprises:', 'inserting the at least one preform into the at least one of the channels before the body cools to room temperature., 'wherein5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:cooling the at least one preform before inserting the at least one preform into the at least one of the channels, 'inserting the at least one preform into the at least one of the channels comprises inserting the at least one preform into the at least one of the channels before the at least one preform warms up to room temperature.', 'wherein6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:disposing an adhesive in the at least one of the channels before ...

METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING PANELS OF DISSIMILAR MATERIALS

A fastening system for attaching cladding panels to a carrier panel and allowing for differential thermal expansion. The system fastens the two panels together at points in the direction perpendicular to the panel planes. A combination of different carrier panel hole sizes and slots fix the panels together at one point and allow the panels to expand and contract relative to each other while maintaining rectangular alignment. Wall panels and buildings constructed using the fastener are disclosed. 1. A method for fastening two panels of dissimilar materials using a fastening system for panels of dissimilar materials , the fastening system comprising ,(a) a threaded fastener: (i) a main body with a first flat face;', '(ii) a shoulder protruding from the first flat face;', '(iii) a polygonal extension protruding from the shoulder;, '(b) a captive nut with a through hole comprising (i) a washer body; and', '(ii) a polygonal cutout sized to fit the said polygonal extension.; and the method comprising:', '(i) providing two or more through holes in a first panel to allow threaded fasteners to penetrate said first panel;', '(ii) inserting a threaded fastener in the through hole of the captive nut;', '(iii) inserting the threaded fastener and captive nut through a hole provided in the first panel;', '(iv) inserting the threaded fastener through a captive washer on the opposite side of the first panel from the captive nut;', '(v) mating the hex extension to the hex cutout;', '(vi) driving the threaded fastener into a second panel., '(c) a captive washer comprising;'}2. The method of wherein the main body of the captive nut is in the shape of a hexagon.3. The method of wherein a wrench is placed on the hexagon shaped main body of the captive nut to prevent the fastener from spinning while the threaded fastener is driven into the second panel. 1. Field of InventionThis invention relates to a fastening system for attaching panels of one material to a panel of a dissimilar ...

METHOD FOR OPTIMIZATION OF JOINT ARTHROPLASTY COMPONENT DESIGN

Methods and devices are disclosed for the optimization of shoulder arthroplasty component design through the use of computed tomography scan data from arthritic shoulders. 1. A method for manufacturing a prosthetic component for replacing a part of a bone of a joint in a subject , the method comprising:forming the prosthetic component to include a base surface and an opposed articular surface wherein a width of the base surface is a predetermined percentage of a length of a neutral face plate line, the length of the neutral face plate line having been determined by (i) obtaining an image of the bone of the joint, (ii) orienting on the image a reference angle from a body of the bone to create the neutral face plate line, wherein the neutral face plate line extends from a first border of the bone to an opposite second border of the bone, and (iii) measuring the length of the neutral face plate line.2. The method of wherein:the predetermined percentage is 100% or less.3. The method of wherein:the predetermined percentage is 90%-99%.4. The method of wherein:the predetermined percentage is 80%-99%.5. The method of wherein the joint is arthritic.6. The method of wherein:at least a section of the base surface of the prosthetic component is flat.7. The method of wherein:the neutral face plate line corresponds to a width of a flat neutral face plate formed by removing a portion of the bone during arthroplasty.8. The method of wherein:the bone is the scapula, andthe joint is the shoulder.9. The method of wherein:the prosthetic component is a glenoid component.10. The method of wherein:the image is a computed tomography scan slice.11. The method of wherein:the reference angle is 90 degrees.12. The method of wherein:the neutral face plate line is a straight line positioned completely within a perimeter of the image of the bone from the first border of the bone to the second border of the bone.13. The method of wherein:at least a section of the straight line is spaced from a ...

ASSEMBLING APPARATUS

An assembling apparatus () comprises a shaft member () having a linear assembling function and a rotational assembling function, a base () supporting the shaft member () to be movable in the axial direction and rotatable axially, and a drive unit moving in an axial direction and axially rotating the shaft member (). 1. An assembling apparatus comprising:a shaft member having a linear assembling function and a rotational assembling function; anda base supporting the shaft member which is movable in an axial direction and axially rotatable; anda drive unit which can move the axial direction and axially rotate the shaft member.2. The assembling apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the drive unit comprises a motor and a power conversion mechanism switchably converting output of the motor to axial movement and axial rotation of the shaft member.3. The assembling apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the power conversion mechanism comprises:a linear motion mechanism which is connected to the motor, the linear motion mechanism capable of moving the shaft member in the axial direction with respect to the base using the output of the motor,a rotation mechanism which axially rotates the shaft member with respect to the base, anda switching mechanism which connects and disconnects the motor and the rotation mechanism.4. The assembling apparatus of claim 3 , wherein:the linear motion mechanism comprises a first member in which the shaft member is inserted, the first member is attached to the base such that it is axially rotatable, a first engagement portion is formed on the first member, the first engagement portion slidably engages a male screw formed on the shaft member, the male screw extends in a spiral manner,the rotation mechanism comprises a second member in which the shaft member is inserted, the second member is attached to the base such that it is axially rotatable, a second engagement portion is formed at the second member, the second engagement portion slidably engages a spline ...

SLEEVE FOR A PUNCH ASSEMBLY

A punch assembly includes a punch, a sleeve, a draw stud and a die. The sleeve adds rigidity to the draw stud, thereby reducing elastic deflection of the draw stud, reducing bending moment on the draw stud, reducing punching force, and extending the punch, draw stud and die fatigue life. The sleeve also aids in axial alignment of the punch, die and workpiece with a pilot hole drilled through a workpiece. 1. A punching assembly comprising:a punch having a punch body having a first end surface and a second end surface, a punch wall extending from said first end surface to a free end, said punch wall having a punch profile on said free end, and a threaded passageway extending through said punch body, said punch body having a thickness defined between said end surfaces; anda sleeve having a first threaded section having a diameter, a second section having a diameter and extending from said first threaded section, and a third unthreaded section having a diameter and extending from said second knurled section, said first threaded section and said third unthreaded section having the same outer diameter, and said second section having an outer diameter which is slightly smaller than the outer diameter of the first and third sections, said first threaded section having a length which corresponds to the thickness of said punch body, and an axial passageway extending through said sections, wherein at least a portion of said passageway of said sleeve is threaded,wherein said punch is threaded onto said first threaded section such that said second and third sections extend from said first end surface of said punch, and said third section extends past said punch profile on said punch wall.2. The punch assembly of claim 1 , wherein said threaded portion of said passageway of said sleeve is provided within said first threaded section and a portion of said second section.3. The punch assembly of claim 1 , wherein said second section is knurled.4. The punch assembly of claim 3 , ...

WORK HOLDER, WORK SETTING APPARATUS, AND WORK SETTING METHOD

A work holder has a cylindrical main body and an adhesive arranged at an opening of the main body to hold a work even in a vacuum atmosphere. 1. A work holder comprising:a cylindrical main body; andan adhesive arranged at an opening of the main body.2. The work holder of claim 1 , wherein the main body at least partly includes a cylindrical elastic member.3. The work holder of claim 2 , wherein:the main body includes the elastic member, a work-side member of high rigidity, and a connection-side member of high rigidity;the work-side member has a cylindrical shape provided with first and second ends and a through hole, the first end having a flat face, the through hole being formed through the center of the flat face of the first end in a normal direction to the flat face, the work-side member axially agreeing with the elastic member, the second end of the work-side member engaging with a first end of the elastic member;the connection-side member has a cylindrical shape having a central through hole, the connection-side member axially agreeing with the elastic member, a first end of the connection-side member engaging with a second end of the elastic member and being spaced away from the work-side member with the elastic member interposed between the connection-side member and the work-side member; andthe adhesive is formed as an annular film on the flat face of the first end of the work-side member.4. The work holder of claim 2 , wherein:the main body includes the elastic member and a connection-side member of high rigidity;the connection-side member has a cylindrical shape having a central through hole, the connection-side member axially agreeing with the elastic member, a first end of the connection-side member engaging with a second end of the elastic member; andthe adhesive is formed as an annular film on a first end of the elastic member.5. A work setting apparatus comprising:a first table on which a first work is set;a second table that is moved toward and away ...

TIMED LOCKING ANTI-SWEEP MECHANISM AND DISPLAY DEVICE

An anti-sweep device having a mechanism that allows a customer to take a pre-determined number of items from a peg or display hook, after which the hook is locked for a pre-determined period of time before allowing another predetermined number of items to be taken. 1. A method for preventing the sweeping of merchandise from a display at the point of product selection , the method comprising the steps of:a) providing a display bar with items of merchandise disposed thereon;b) presenting items of merchandise in a secured state behind a locking protrusion pivotable between a first pivot position and a second pivot position;c) allowing removal of a predetermined number of items of merchandise by a customer when the locking protrusion is moving from the first pivot position to the second pivot position;d) blocking additional items of merchandise from being removed from said display hook when said predetermined number of items of merchandise pivot the locking protrusion into the second pivot position when said items are moved over a vertex of said locking protrusion;e) locking the blocked additional items of merchandise onto the display hook for a predetermined amount of time when the locking protrusion contacts a circuitry activation switch at the second pivot position;f) returning the locking protrusion to the first pivot position after the expiration of a predetermined amount of time; andg) unblocking a predetermined number of items of merchandise from being removed from said display hook when said locking protrusion returns to the first pivot position.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of transmitting data representing merchandise removal events to an external system.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the method is carried out on an anti-sweep device for locking merchandise at the point of product selection claim 1 , the device comprising:a mounting mechanism for attaching the device to the display bar;a central body attached to said mounting ...

WORK SETTING APPARATUS AND METHOD THEREOF

A work setting apparatus includes a lower table on which a first work W is set, an upper table and a work holding unit having a plurality of work holders each having an adhesive to hold a second work W The work setting apparatus lowers the work holders until a predetermined short distance is established between the first and second works and drops the second work from the work holders onto the first work, thereby setting the second work onto the first work. 1. A work setting apparatus comprising:a lower table, a first work being placed and set thereon;an upper table vertically movable and positioned with respect to the lower table;a work holding unit having a plurality of work holders, each of the work holders having a cylindrical main body provided with an opening that faces a top face of the lower table, being vertically movable and positioned with respect to the lower table, and holding a second work; anda control unit of the lower table, the upper table, and work holding unit, whereinin a state that the upper table is separated away from the lower table, the work holders are positioned between the lower and upper tables, the first work is set on the lower table, and the second work is held by the work holders,the control unit is configured to move the work holders in a downward direction until a predetermined short distance is established between the first work set on the lower table and the second work held by the work holders, move the upper table in the downward direction so that the second work is dropped from the work holders, an uncured membranous material of the second work is brought into contact with the first work, and the second work is set onto the first work, further move the upper table in the downward direction so that the first and second works are pressed between the upper and lower tables, and continue the pressing of the first and second works for a predetermined time.2. The work setting apparatus of claim 1 , further comprisinga heater that ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INSTALLING SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS

A method of installing a solar energy system comprises laying an uninflated elongated tube of flexible material in a substantially flat configuration, winding the uninflated elongated tube on a spool, transporting the spool with the elongated tube, and filling the elongated tube with a gas and/or liquid such that the elongated tube inflates with the gas and/or liquid and unrolls from the spool. 1. A method of installing a solar energy system , comprising:laying an uninflated elongated tube of flexible material in a substantially flat configuration;winding the uninflated elongated tube on a spool;transporting the spool with the elongated tube; andfilling the elongated tube with a gas and/or liquid such that the elongated tube inflates with the gas and/or liquid and unrolls from the spool.2. The method of further comprising removing the spool from the elongated tube.3. The method of further comprising connecting the elongated tube to a support system. This application is a non-provisional of and claims priority to U.S. Application Ser. No. 61/576,513, filed Dec. 16, 2011, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.The present disclosure relates to installation methods for solar energy systems.There has been a long-standing need to provide energy generation from renewable sources. Various renewable energy sources have been pursued, such as solar energy, wind, geothermal, and biomass for biofuels as well as others. There also exists an ever-increasing need for cost effective, large scale installation techniques and technologies for renewable energy systems.Various approaches have been taken to achieve cost effective installation of solar energy generation systems. To that end, much focus has been directed to creating standardized parts and simplified designs that reduce the effort and expense of building a solar energy installation. One example of a simplified solar energy system is a Compact Linear Fresnel Reflector (CLFR) system.However, all such ...

T1 LEAD-BOARD FOR A SHIPPING PLATFORM

A system may include a bottom deck to a shipping platform, and a block joined to the bottom deck. The system may also include a top deck joined to the block. The system may further include a T1 lead-board structurally different from the top deck fastened to an edge of the top deck. 1. A system comprising:a bottom deck to a shipping platform;a block joined to the bottom deck;a top deck joined to the block; anda T1 lead-board structurally different from the top deck fastened to an edge of the top deck.2. The system of wherein the T1 lead-board comprises at least one of plastic claim 1 , plastic-metal composite claim 1 , metal claim 1 , and plywood.3. The system of wherein the T1 lead-board comprises at least one of lightening holes and lightening reliefs.4. The system of wherein the top deck comprises wood.5. The system of wherein the metal component of the plastic-metal composite provides structural support for the plastic T1 lead-board.6. The system of wherein the metal component comprises a round bar claim 5 , U-channel claim 5 , and L-channel.7. The system of further comprising an insert carried by the T1 lead-board to position fasteners used to connect the T1 lead-board to the top deck.8. The system of wherein the insert comprises metal inserts claim 1 , higher density plastic inserts claim 1 , and metal screen inserts.9. The system of wherein the T1 lead-board includes pins to provide a mechanical joint between the top deck and the T1 lead-board.10. A method comprising:providing a shipping platform; andjoining a T1 lead-board structurally different from the shipping platform's top deck to an edge of the top deck.11. The method of wherein the T1 lead-board comprises at least one of plastic claim 10 , plastic-metal composite claim 10 , metal claim 10 , and plywood claim 10 , and the shipping platform's top deck comprises wood.12. The method of further comprising adding at least one of lightening holes and lightening reliefs to the T1 lead-board.13. The method of ...

T3 for a shipping platform

A system may include a bottom deck to a shipping platform. The system may also include a block joined to the bottom deck, and a top deck joined to the block. The system may further include a T3 panel carried by the top deck that is structurally different from the top deck and does not extend to two ends of the top deck.

CONTROLLED CRIMPING METHOD AND SYSTEM

A system for crimping a first component onto a second component includes a first portion and a second portion facing the first portion. The system also includes at least one actuator configured to move the first portion relative to the second portion to compress a die disposed between the first portion and the second portion. The compression of the die causes the first and second components located in the die to be crimped together. The system also includes a controller connected to the at least one actuator. The controller is configured to determine a value associated with an amount of deflection of the first portion while crimping and determine whether to stop the movement of the first portion based on the determined value. 1. A system for crimping a first component onto a second component , the system comprising:a first portion;a second portion facing the first portion;at least one actuator configured to move the first portion relative to the second portion to compress a die disposed between the first portion and the second portion, the compression of the die causing the first and second components located in the die to be crimped together; and determine a value associated with an amount of deflection of the first portion while crimping, and', 'determine whether to stop the movement of the first portion based on the determined value., 'a controller connected to the at least one actuator and configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the amount of deflection is a distance between a first location on an inner surface of the first portion towards an edge of the first portion and a second location on the inner surface of the first portion towards a center of the first portion along a direction of movement of the first portion.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a measuring device configured to monitor a pressure or force associated with the at least one actuator;wherein the controller is communicatively connected to the measuring device and further ...

ADSORPTION HEAD FOR SURFACE MOUNTING DEVICE

An adsorption head for a surface mounting device, including: a main body; a shaft which moves in a direction of a longitudinal axis of the shaft and rotates around the longitudinal axis mounted on the main body, and the shaft includes a lower shaft and an upper shaft. The lower shaft is detachably attached to the upper shaft; and an adsorption nozzle which adsorbs electronic parts mounted on a lower end of the shaft, wherein an air passage connected to the adsorption nozzle is provided in the lower shaft. 1. An adsorption head for a surface mounting device , comprising:a main body;a shaft which moves in a direction of a longitudinal axis of the shaft and rotates around the longitudinal axis mounted on the main body,wherein the shaft comprises a lower shaft and an upper shaft, andwherein the lower shaft is detachably attached to the upper shaft; andan adsorption nozzle which adsorbs electronic parts mounted on a lower end of the shaft,wherein an air passage connected to the adsorption nozzle is provided in the lower shaft.2. The adsorption head of claim 1 , wherein if the lower shaft is detached from the upper shaft claim 1 , the lower shaft is detached from the main body.3. The adsorption head of claim 1 , wherein the lower shaft comprises joint pins disposed at an upper end of the lower shaft claim 1 , and the upper shaft comprises joint holes disposed at a lower end of the upper shaft claim 1 , andwherein the lower shaft is detachably attached to the upper shaft if the joint pins are inserted through the joint holes.4. The adsorption head of claim 2 , wherein the lower shaft comprises joint pins disposed at an upper end of the lower shaft claim 2 , and the upper shaft comprises joint holes disposed at a lower end of the upper shaft claim 2 , andwherein the lower shaft is detachably attached to the upper shaft if the joint pins are inserted through the joint holes.5. The adsorption head of claim 3 , wherein a motion for inserting the joint pins through the joint ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

An electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes a base, a battery module and an upper cover. The battery module is disposed in the base. The battery module includes a tray and at least one battery unit. The battery unit is disposed on the tray. The upper cover is connected to the base and covers the battery module. 1. An electronic device comprising:a base;a battery module disposed in the base, the battery module having a tray and at least one battery unit, wherein the battery unit is disposed on the tray; andan upper cover connected to the base and covering the battery module.2. The electronic device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the tray has a fixing portion claim 1 , and the battery unit is disposed in the fixing portion.3. The electronic device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the battery module has a plurality of battery units claim 1 , the tray comprises a first fixing portion and a second fixing portion disposed opposite to each other claim 1 , and the battery units are respectively disposed in the first fixing portion and the second fixing portion.4. The electronic device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the battery module has a first battery unit claim 1 , a second battery unit claim 1 , a third battery unit and a fourth battery unit claim 1 , the tray comprises a first fixing portion and a second fixing portion disposed opposite to each other claim 1 , the first battery unit and the second battery unit are disposed in the first fixing portion and a portion of the first battery unit is stacked under the second battery unit claim 1 , the third battery unit and the are fourth battery unit disposed in the second fixing portion claim 1 , and a portion of the third battery unit is stacked under the fourth battery unit.5. The electronic device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the tray has a crossover portion connected to the base.6. The electronic device as recited in further comprising:a connecting member connecting the tray and the base.7. The ...

X-RAY PROCESSING DEVICE AND X-RAY PROCESSING METHOD

The X-ray processing device comprises a work table on which a processing object is placed, X-ray processors irradiating the processing object placed in a given processing zone on the work table with an X-ray for processing, a pressing member, and X-ray shielding sheets. The pressing member presses and collapses any remaining raised edges at the sides of the processing object. The X-ray shielding sheets are provided on the side of the pressing member that is closest to the processing zone and shield the X-ray from the X-ray processors. 1. An X-ray processing device , comprising:a work table on which a processing object is placed;X-ray processors irradiating the processing object placed in a given processing zone on the work table with an X-ray for processing;a presser provided above a conveying path leading the processing object to the processing zone and pressing and collapsing any remaining raised edges at the sides of the processing object; andshields provided on the side of the presser that is closest to the processing zone and shielding the X-ray from the X-ray processors.2. The X-ray processing device according to claim 1 , wherein:the presser is made of a resin and has a curved surface at the part making contact with the raised edges; anda swing support in a way that the presser was allowed to swing freely is further provided.3. The X-ray processing device according to claim 1 , wherein:the shields consist of sheets made of an X-ray shielding material.4. The X-ray processing device according to claim 3 , wherein:the sheets are composed of multiple sheet members layered with spaces in-between.5. The X-ray processing device according to claim 3 , wherein:the sheets are cut into strips at least in the lower end part.6. The X-ray processing device according to claim 1 , further comprising a support supporting the presser and shields in a manner to enable crosswise movement as one piece with respect to the conveying path.7. The X-ray processing device according to ...

Mount for An Optical Structure and Method of Mounting an Optical Structure Using Such Mount

An improved mount for, and method of mounting an, optical structure is provided. The mount has a protruding member extending from a surface of the optical structure, a base element having a mounting structure for mounting the mount to another structure and an upper element extending from the base element having a first opening extending therethrough for receipt therein of at least a portion of the protruding member. The first opening defines first and second arms, each of the arms comprising a head portion and each of the head portions ending at an end. A second opening in the upper element extends through one of the head portions and the end thereof in a direction toward the other head portion, while a third opening exists in the upper element through the end of the other head portion in an orientation substantially opposite to and in communication with the second opening so that a tightening mechanism received through the second opening can be received into the third opening. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into the third opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the protruding member. 1. A method of mounting an optical structure , comprising the steps of:sliding a first opening extending through an upper element of a mount for mounting an optical structure over at least a portion of a protruding member, said optical structure comprising at least one mirror panel, said at least one mirror panel having at least one reflective surface and at least one back surface substantially opposite said reflective surface, and said protruding member being part of said mount for mounting said optical structure, wherein: said back surface has said protruding member extending therefrom, said protruding member comprises first and second surfaces and a third surface extending between said first and second surfaces thereof such that said first surface of said ...

CONNECTORS AND ROOF ANCHOR SYSTEMS COMPRISING A CONNECTOR

A connector (″) for connecting to an extending member includes an interface member (″). The interface member (″) includes an interface surface (″), a first extending abutment member (″) extending from a surface (″) opposed to the interface surface (″), a second extending abutment member (″) spaced from the first extending abutment member (″) and extending from the surface (″) opposed to the interface surface (″), and at least a first passage (″) passing therethrough from the interface surface (″) to the surface (″) opposing the interface surface (″) between the first extending abutment member (″) and the second extending abutment member (″). The connector (″) further includes an abutment member (″) including at least a first threaded passage (″) and at least a first threaded member (″) adapted to extend through the first passage (″) in the interface surface (″) to engage the first threaded passage (″) of the abutment member (″) on the side of the surface (″) opposed to the interface surface (″). The connector (″) further includes a first extending contact member (″) including a first cooperating section (″) and a first contact surface (″) on an end thereof. The first cooperating section (″) is movably positioned between and abutted by the abutment member (″) and the first extending abutment member (″) so that the first contact surface (″) of the first extending contact member (″) can be moved between an open position and a closed position as the distance between the surface (″) opposing the interface surface (″) and the abutment member (″) is adjusted via the first threaded member (″). The connector (″) also includes a second extending contact member (″) including a second cooperating section (″) and a second contact surface (″) on an end thereof. The second cooperating section (″) is movably positioned between and abutted by the abutment member (″) and the second extending abutment member (″) so that the second contact surface (″) of the second extending contact ...

METHOD OF MANUFACTURING A DEVICE COMPRISING AT LEAST TWO PARTS

A method of assembling a device including first and second parts, the method including: taking the first and second parts; assembling the first and second parts provided by their arrangement so a gap is present between the first and second parts; taking a metal alloy, chosen for its ability to become at least partially amorphous; shaping the metal alloy to fill the gap between the first and second parts to join them and thereby form the device, the metal alloy having been subject to a treatment allowing the alloy to become at least partially amorphous, at a latest at a time of the shaping. The metal alloy is subject to a temperature increase above the melting temperature thereof causing the alloy to lose any local crystalline structure, the increase followed by cooling to a lower temperature than vitreous transition temperature thereof allowing the material to become at least partially amorphous. 116-. (canceled)17. A method of assembling a device comprising a first part and at least one second part , said first part and said at least one second part being arranged to allow assembly to each other , wherein said method comprises:taking the first part and the at least one second part;assembling said at least one second part and said first part as provided by the arrangement thereof so that a gap is present between said at least one second part and said first part;taking a metal alloy, chosen for its ability to become at least partially amorphous;shaping said metal alloy so that it fills the gap between said at least one second part and said first part so as to join them and thereby form said device, said metal alloy having been subject to a treatment allowing said alloy to become at least partially amorphous, at the latest at the time of said shaping operation.18. The method according to claim 17 , wherein said metal alloy is subject to a temperature increase above the melting temperature thereof causing said alloy to lose any local crystalline structure claim 17 , ...

Thick Film Heaters

The invention relates to a combination of an electrical heating element and a heat dissipater to be heated thereby; the heating element comprises a substrate, an insulating layer located on the substrate and a thick film conductor located on the insulating layer, wherein the second side of the metallic substrate is in contact with the heat dissipater, comprising a layer of metallic material on its face towards the heater and wherein the substrate is brazed to the heat dissipater and the surface of the heating element over which the thick film conductor extends, is substantially equal to the surface of the heat dissipater. The brazing leads to a permanent contact between the heating element and the heat dissipater, so that the possible tendency for warping as caused by the heating and cooling cycles will be withstood. 1. A flow-through heater comprising a thick film electrical heating element having a metallic substrate , and a channel plate joined to the metallic substrate to form a channel therebetween , wherein adjacent portions of the channel are separated by substantially planar contact portions of the channel plate , which are secured to the substrate.2. The heater of claim 1 , wherein the face of the metallic substrate joined to the channel plate is substantially planar.3. The heater of claim 1 , wherein the channel plate is shaped so as to form the channel.4. The heater of claim 1 , wherein the metallic substrate and the channel plate are soldered or brazed together.5. The heater of claim 1 , wherein a central portion of the channel plate is welded to the substrate.6. The heater of claim 1 , wherein the channel plate comprises a second thick film heating element.7. The heater of claim 1 , including a sensor track arranged substantially beneath the substantially planar contact portions.8. A flow-through heater comprising:a thick film electrical heating element having a metallic substrate,a channel plate joined to a first side of the substrate to form a channel ...

GENERATOR ASSEMBLY APPARATUS

A generator assembly apparatus is provided for merging a first annular component and a second annular component of a generator. The generator assembly apparatus includes first and second component support frames, a moving device and an adjustment device. The first component support frame supports the first component securely mounted to the first component support frame. The second component support frame supports the second component securely mounted to the second component support frame. The moving device moves one component support frame relative to the other component support frame to merge the components by inserting one component at least partially into an interior region of the other component. The adjustment device adjusts a position of a support frame such that a pre-defined separation between the first component and the second component is maintained during merging. 1. A generator assembly apparatus for merging a first annular component and a second annular component of a generator , the generator assembly apparatus comprising:a first component support frame for supporting the first component securely mounted to the first component support frame;a second component support frame for supporting the second component securely mounted to the second component support frame;a moving device for moving one component support frame relative to the other component support frame to merge the components by inserting one component at least partially into an interior region of the other component; andan adjustment device for adjusting a position of a support frame such that a pre-defined separation between the first component and the second component is maintained during merging.2. The generator assembly apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a support frame is realised such that a rotation axis of the component carried on that support frame is essentially horizontal.3. The generator assembly apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a component support frame is realised ...

DISCONNECT DEVICE

A disconnect assembly includes a head coupler portion and a tool coupler portion. The head coupler portion includes: a threaded portion on a first part of an exterior surface to connect to a wedge frame, a longitudinal bore, a rod configured to slide longitudinally within the longitudinal bore, and a set of annular protrusions on a second part of the exterior surface. The tool coupler portion includes: a threaded bore configured to mechanically attach the tool coupler portion to the tool, and a channel to receive a head coupler portion. The channel includes a set of grooves corresponding to the set of annular protrusions on the head coupler portion. When the head coupler portion is connected to the tool coupler portion, a ram from the hydraulic tool engages the rod to apply force to an object in the wedge frame. 1. A disconnect assembly for a tool that drives a ram into a wedge frame , the disconnect assembly comprising: a threaded portion on a first part of an exterior surface to connect to the wedge frame,', 'a longitudinal bore,', 'a rod configured to slide longitudinally within the longitudinal bore, and', 'a set of annular protrusions on a second part of the exterior surface; and, 'a head coupler portion, including a threaded bore configured to mechanically attach the tool coupler portion to the tool, and', 'a channel to receive a head coupler portion, wherein the channel includes a set of grooves corresponding to the set of annular protrusions on the head coupler portion,', 'wherein, when the head coupler portion is connected to the tool coupler portion, the ram engages the rod to apply force to an object in the wedge frame., 'a tool coupler portion including2. The disconnect assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a retention system to retain the head coupler portion within the channel of the tool coupler portion.3. The disconnect assembly of claim 2 , wherein the retention system is automatically activated to retain the head coupler portion upon insertion ...

CLAMP

A clamp () for holding two members together. The first member includes a recess into which a fastener is located. A bore is provided to the recess to allow a tool to be used to operate the fastener. The second member is arranged to accept the fastener and so join the members. The recess and bore are sized to prevent release of the fastener through the bore. In this way, the fastener cannot easily be removed or lost when the clamp is in use and is tamperproof. Embodiments of a downhole tool are described where the clamp is used to hold portions of a sleeve around a body of the tool, and to hold scraper blades and/or brushes to the body. 19-. (canceled)10. An apparatus comprising: at least two part cylindrical portions; and', 'at least two fasteners operable by a tool to engage adjacent the at least two part cylindrical portions, each portion having an inner surface, an outer surface and first and second mating surfaces therebetween for engagement with opposite mating surfaces of adjacent portions;', 'a fastener retainer located at the first mating surface;', 'a recess at the inner surface proportioned to accept the fastener; and', 'a port at the outer surface proportioned to allow entry of the tool to operate the fastener,, 'a substantially cylindrical body upon which is located a sleeve, the sleeve comprisingwherein an aperture between the recess and the port is sized to prevent release of the fastener through the port.11. The apparatus as claimed in wherein the recess includes oppositely directed engaging lips at the mating surface.12. The apparatus as claimed in wherein the aperture comprises a portion of the port.13. (canceled)14. The apparatus as claimed in wherein the fastener is a threaded bolt claim 10 , operable to engage a threaded bore being the fastener retainer.15. The apparatus as claimed in wherein the fastener is operable by an Allen key.16. (canceled)17. An apparatus comprising: a cleaning member located on a base portion and at least two fasteners ...

CAMSHAFT ADJUSTER

A camshaft adjuster (), which has a cover element (), which has at least one deformation zone (), which, when the cover element () is assembled with the input element () or the output element (), is deformed in such a way that a preloading force acts, pressing the cover element () and the input element () or output element () against one another. 1. A camshaft adjuster comprising an input element and an output element , the input element and the output element are arranged to be rotatable relative to one another , and a cover element having a fastening point that is fastened at the fastening point to the input element or to the output element , using a fastener , the cover element has a deformation zone located outside the fastening point thereof , said deformation zone being deformed in so that an axial preloading force is developed between the cover element and the input element or output element fastened to the cover element.2. The camshaft adjuster as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the deformation zone is formed between a plurality of the fastening points of the cover element claim 1 , which is deformed in a spring-like manner and thus produces a preloading force.3. The camshaft adjuster as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the deformation zone of the cover element is present at several points and is distributed uniformly over a circumference of the cover element.4. The camshaft adjuster as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the deformation zone is arranged around the fastening point.5. The camshaft adjuster as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the input element or the output element has a non-planar contact surface with the cover element claim 1 , which deforms the cover element to generate the preloading force.6. The camshaft adjuster as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cover element is made of sheet metal.7. A method for assembling a camshaft adjuster as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the input element and the output element are arranged to be rotatable relative to one another ...

ASSEMBLING PALLET FOR SECONDARY BATTERY AND METHOD OF THE SECONDARY BATTERY

To provide a secondary-battery assembling pallet configured to support a plurality of types of secondary batteries, a secondary-battery assembling pallet () for a secondary battery including end plates () placed on both ends of battery cells () arranged side by side and a lower case () placed on a lower part includes a primary positioning pin () and a secondary positioning pin () for positioning the end plates (), a seat pin () for supporting a stack assembly () of the secondary battery, and a base (). The primary positioning pin () is fixed to the base () and the secondary positioning pin () is movably held on the base (). 1. An assembling pallet for a secondary battery including end plates placed on both sides of a plurality of battery cells arranged side by side and a lower case for mounting the battery cells on a vehicle body , whereinthe pallet includes a positioning pin for positioning the end plates, a support seat for supporting the end plates and a stack assembly of the secondary battery, and a base plate,the positioning pin includes a primary positioning pin and a secondary positioning pin, the primary positioning pin is fixed to the base plate, and the secondary positioning pin is held on the base plate and configured to be movable relative to the primary positioning pin.2. The assembling pallet for a secondary battery according to claim 1 , wherein the primary positioning pin and the secondary positioning pin are formed in a stepped shape claim 1 , each pin including a tip portion for positioning the end plates and a support part for supporting the lower case claim 1 ,the support part is formed with a height equal to the support seat, andthe primary positioning pin, the secondary positioning pin, and the support seat are inserted and placed in the base plate.3. A method of manufacturing a secondary battery by placing a lower case on an assembling pallet claim 1 , and placing a stack assembly on the lower case claim 1 , the stack assembly consisting of a ...

DRAPE AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

A drape is made from a series of strips of material arranged side by side and attached together in a manner so that each pair of adjacent lengthwise sides of each strip when joined together form a tab. Each strip has a sharp lengthwise pleat substantially parallel to and between the sides of the strip such that the drape has a series of sharp folds projecting outward on the front of the drape and a series of tabs projecting outward from the back of the drape. 1. A drape comprising a panel of material having a length , a width , a top edge , a front and a back , the panel comprised of having a series of strips of material each strip have a pair of lengthwise , substantially parallel sides , the strips arranged side by side , adjacent strips being attached together in a manner so that adjacent lengthwise sides form a tab , each strip having a sharp lengthwise pleat substantially parallel to and between the substantially parallel sides of the strip such that the panel has a series of sharp pleats projecting outward on the front of the panel and a series of tabs projecting outward from the back of the panel.2. The drape of wherein the tabs have a width of between 3/32 and ⅝ inch.3. The drape of also comprised of a plurality of headers attached to the top edge of the panel.4. The drape of wherein each header is comprised of:a center rib;two sides, each side having a front edge and a rear edge, the sides being connected together and to the center rib along their front edges; anda spacer comprised of two segments, each segment extending from the center rib to the rear edge of one of the sides, each segment having a fold such that the header can be collapsed from an open position to a closed position.5. The drape of also comprised of a plurality of headers attached to the top edge of the panel claim 1 , one header attached to each strip of material in the panel claim 1 , each header comprised of:two font sides, each front side having a front edge and a rear edge, the front ...

STRUCTURE FOR INSULATION OF STORAGE TANK AND ITS CONSTRUCTION METHOD

An insulation structure for a storage tank and a method of constructing the insulation structure. Angle plates to which expansion joints and wires are assembled are vertically disposed around the storage tank, tensions of the wires, which are horizontally disposed around the storage tank, are adjusted, and then insulation panels having insulating materials attached thereto are disposed to thermally insulate the storage tank in order to protect a kind of oil that is contained in the storage tank. 1. An insulation structure for a storage tank , comprising:angle plates vertically disposed around the storage tank;expansion joints disposed on the angle plates;wires fastened to the expansion joints and disposed in a lateral direction of the storage tank; andinsulation panels fastened to the wires via panel-fastening means, wherein the insulation panels are arranged and disposed outside the storage tank, and have insulating materials attached thereto, the insulating materials being disposed between the storage tank and the insulation panels.2. The insulation structure of claim 1 , wherein each of the expansion joints includes:a hollow body;a first nut disposed inside the body;a safety bolt fastened to the first nut and exposed to an outside of the body;a disc spring arranged in a front surface of the first nut;an end plate disposed on a front surface of the disc spring; anda hook arranged in front of the end plate and screw-fastened to the safety bolt.3. The insulation structure of claim 2 , wherein a mark indicating a level is made on a surface of the safety bolt claim 2 , the mark enabling a displacement of the disc spring to be measured.4. The insulation structure of claim 1 , further comprising connecting members disposed in the angle plates claim 1 , wherein a second nut is disposed inside each body of the expansion joints claim 1 , the second nut enabling each of the expansion joints to be fastened to a corresponding one of the connecting members.5. The insulation ...

Presser Assembly Having A Presser And An Improved Mounting Arrangement For Mounting A Pressing Member To The Presser

A presser assembly is provided in which a presser plate or presser board mounting adapter is clamped to a lower end of a presser stem. A rail having a lower channel and an upper channel is provided for clamping the presser plate or presser board mounting adapter to the stem, and more particularly, a presser foot coupled to the lower end of the stem. The present invention allows the presser plate or the presser board mounting adapter to be mounted to the stem without the use of tools or fasteners. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. A presser assembly for supporting blank carton scrap , comprising:a hollow housing forming a cavity therein, and having an open top and an open bottom;a longitudinally extending stem slidably received in the cavity for reciprocal movement therein and having an upper end passing through the open top and a lower end passing through the open bottom;a mounting member coupled to the lower end of the stem;a guide chamber surrounding the stem and received in the open bottom the housing in telescoping relation;one of a presser plate and a presser board mounting adapter; anda rail clamping the one of the presser plate and the presser board mounting adapter against the mounting member.12. The presser assembly of wherein the mounting member is slidably received in the rail such that an elongated opening is formed between the mounting member and the rail claim 11 , and wherein the one of the presser plate and the presser board mounting adapter is retained in the elongated opening.13. The presser assembly of wherein the rail has an upper channel that slidably receives the foot and a lower channel into which the one of the presser plate and the presser board mounting adapter fits.14. The presser assembly of the rail has a lower portion defined by a base and first and second upturned members extending from the base claim 13 , and an upper portion defined ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ASSISTING AN ENGINE OR A DRIVE WHEEL

An apparatus and method for increasing the fuel efficiency of an internal combustion engine including an electric motor and storage batteries to create a hybrid assist vehicle. The electric motor aids in the rotation of the components of the internal combustion engine including the engine crankshaft or drivetrain, and a control system aids in operation of the electric motor thereby reducing the consumption of fuel by the internal combustion engine. The apparatus and method may be used to provide electrical energy to a device separate from the components of the control system. 1. A method of increasing the fuel efficiency a vehicle having an internal combustion engine the method comprising:(a) receiving an indication to increase the fuel efficiency of the internal combustion engine from a controller;(b) supplying current from a current source to an electrical motor in response to the indication; and(c) rotating a crankshaft of the internal combustion engine with the output of the electrical motor.2. A hybrid vehicle comprising:(a) an automobile having an internal combustion engine having at least one piston associated with a combustion chamber;(b) a crankshaft rotatively and operatively mounted to the piston wherein the reciprocating movement of the piston results in the rotation of the crankshaft;(c) a drive train including a drive wheel operatively connected to the crankshaft for turning the drive wheel of the hybrid vehicle;(d) a throttle sensor;(e) an electric assist motor operatively connected to the crankshaft;(f) at least one storage battery for providing electrical current to the electric assist motor;(g) a controller having a processor and an internal memory and operatively connected to the storage battery;(h) a display for displaying information from the controller to a driver and querying driver;(i) an input device for responding to the query of the controller and for inputting driver selected modes of operation; and(j) an algorithm operable on the ...

DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS RELATING TO FALL PROTECTION ANCHORAGE FOR OVER HEAD AND ROOFING INSTALLATION

Fall protection anchor devices and systems suitable to attach to a retention element of a structure prior to compression rolling of the retention element during manufacture. The system can comprise: a) a fall protection anchor comprising at least two opposed elongate legs connected to each other and forming a self-attachment portion, a capture portion and a distal holding portion wherein the self-attachment portion is configured to attach the two elongate legs to each other and to accept a self-attachment element; the capture portion is configured to capture the retention element for the structure to retain the anchor to the structure; the distal holding portion is distal to the capture portion and is configured to hold a fall-arrest device connected to a worker; and b) at least one self-attachment element configured to attach the self-attachment portions of the two elongate legs to each other; wherein at least one of the elongate legs comprises at least one inward-bent shoulder that is bent toward the opposed elongate leg such that a width of the entire anchor system does not substantially exceed the width of the capture portion of the anchor. Methods of making and using such systems.

METHOD FOR DISASSEMBLING FLAT DISPLAY DEVICE

The present disclosure relates to a method for disassembling a flat display device including a panel that includes a pair of glass substrates each having display materials formed on a surface thereof, the glass substrates being arranged so as to face each other. In the disassembling method, rotation body () which has recesses and projections () inside thereof and rotates at a non-constant speed is used. The panel is disassembled so as to be separated into glass substrates () and () to thereby expose the display materials, glass substrates () and () each having the display materials formed on the surface thereof are then put into rotation body (), and rotation body () is then rotated to perform a process for removing the display materials from the surface of each of glass substrates () and (). 1. A method for disassembling a flat display device , the flat display device including a panel including a pair of glass substrates each having display materials formed on a surface thereof , the glass substrates being arranged so as to face each other ,the method comprising:preparing a rotation body having recesses and projections inside thereof and rotating at a non-constant speed,disassembling the panel so as to be separated into the glass substrates to expose the display materials;putting the glass substrates each having the display materials formed on the surface thereof into the rotation body; androtating the rotation body to perform a process for removing the display materials from the surface of each of the glass substrates.2. The method for disassembling the flat display device according to claim 1 , wherein the rotation body is configured to rotate at a non-constant speed by changing a rotational speed or a rotational direction thereof.3. The method for disassembling the flat display device according to claim 1 , wherein the rotation body is configured to rotate at a non-constant speed by forming the rotation body to have an elliptical cross-sectional shape. The ...

HEATABLE MEDIUM PIPE

For a heatable medium pipe having at least one pipe connector and heating element, wherein the heating element has a few wires, in particular one or two wires, wherein the wire(s) extend continuously along the medium pipe and along the at least one pipe connector. In a method for producing a heatable medium pipe, comprising the medium pipe, at least one pipe connector, a transition area between the medium pipe and the pipe connector, and at least one heating element, wherein the heating element has a few wires, in particular one or two wires, the medium pipe is pre-assembled with the at least one pipe connector, the wire or the few wires of the heating element are pre-assembled as a double-laid, one or two-part element or as an element connected to form a continuous part, the wire(s) are fastened on the outside of the pipe connector, transition area and medium pipe, and the ends of the wire(s) are guided into a feed-in connector for connecting to a current source or voltage source. 1. A heatable medium pipe , comprising: at least one pipe connector and a heating element , wherein the heating element has one or more wires or wire strands , wherein the one or more wires or wire strands extend continuously both along the medium pipe and along the at least one pipe connector.2. The heatable medium pipe according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more wires or wire strands extend without any joints in a transitions area between the medium pipe and the pipe connector and continuously along the pipe connector and the medium pipe on a respective outside thereof.3. The heatable medium pipe according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more wires or wire strands are one-piece parts or are connected via a device to form one continuous part.4. The heatable medium pipe according to claim 1 , wherein at least one branch-off or connection point is provided at ends of the one or more wires or wire strands for connecting a connector for connection to an energy supply.5. The heatable ...

FELT HEATER AND METHOD OF MAKING

A heater comprising: (a) a non-woven heating layer having: a forward surface, a rearward surface, and a plurality of edges around a periphery of the heating layer; (b) two or more connections to a power source; wherein the heating layer is made up of a plurality of individual fibers that are randomly oriented; and wherein substantially all of the non-woven heating layer produces heat when power is to the non-woven heating layer. 1. A heater comprising: a plurality of individual fibers that are randomly oriented;', 'a plurality of voids and/or pores interspersed between the plurality of individual fibers that are randomly oriented, and', 'a plurality of edges around a periphery of the heating layer;, 'a) a non-woven heating layer havingb) two or more power applications connecting the heater to a power source; andwherein substantially all of the non-woven heating layer produces heat when power is applied to the non-woven heating layer through the two or more power applications so that the heater has a substantially uniform heating density.2. The heater of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of individual fibers that are randomly oriented are a plurality of carbon fibers;wherein the plurality of individual fibers are connected by a binder and the binder is present in an amount from about 1 percent to about 20 percent; andwherein the carbon fibers are present in an amount from about 80 percent to about 99 percent.3. The heater of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of individual fibers that are randomly oriented are a plurality of polymeric fibers that are coated with a metal so that the plurality of metal coated polymeric fibers are conductive.4. The heater of claim 3 , wherein the metal is gold claim 3 , silver claim 3 , copper claim 3 , nickel claim 3 , or a combination thereof and the polymeric material is nylon claim 3 , polyester claim 3 , polyurethane claim 3 , an aramid claim 3 , a para-aramid claim 3 , a meta-aramid claim 3 , or a combination thereof.5. The heater of ...

SHIPPING CRATE JOINT AND METHOD OF FORMING A SHIPPING CRATE

A joint for use in making a shipping crate includes a base and a pair of orthogonal channels which extend upwardly from the base and are open from above. Each channel has an inner closed end and an outer open end, and has a width, along a length of the channel between the inner and outer ends, which is greater than the width at the inner and outer ends. The channel is preferably defined by an outer wall, an inner wall, and a pair of reinforcement members located at the inner and outer ends to define the region of smaller width at each end. The reinforcement members are preferably hollow vertical members which are rectangle or square in cross-section and which extend from the inner wall towards the outer wall. Preferably, at their inner ends, the channels share a reinforcement member. 1. A joint for use in manufacturing a shipping crate comprising:a base, at least a portion of which lies in a base plane; which is open from above and extends in a first axial direction which lies in a plane parallel to said base plane;', 'which has an inner, closed end and an outer, open end;', 'which has a width, perpendicular to said axial direction, along a length of said channel between said inner and outer ends which is greater than the width at said inner and outer ends; and', 'wherein said third width is greater than both said first and second widths; and, 'a first wall portion extending perpendicular to said base and defining a first channela second wall portion extending perpendicular to said base and defining a second channel which is substantially the same as said first channel;wherein said second channel extends in a second axial direction which lies in a plane parallel to said base plane, is perpendicular to said first axial direction, and intersects said first axially direction; andwherein said channels are oriented such that said open ends are located away from the point where the first and second axial directions intersect.2. The joint as claimed in claim 1 , wherein ...

BATTERY MODULE AND A METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING BATTERY MODULES

Provided are: a battery module which not only facilitates the work of serial and/or parallel coupling a plurality of stacked cell cartridges but also improves safety for workers during the coupling work; and a method for assembling battery modules. 1. A battery module comprising:a plurality of stacked cell cartridges to generate current;bus bars to electrically interconnect the stacked cell cartridges;a bus bar plate having bus bar receiving grooves, in which the bus bars are received; anda plate cover coupled to the bus bar plate to cover the bus bars received in the bus bar receiving grooves.2. The battery module according to claim 1 , whereineach of the cell cartridges has a positive electrode terminal and a negative electrode terminal, andafter the bus bars, the bus bar plate, and the plate cover are coupled to one another, the positive electrode terminals and the negative electrode terminals of the cell cartridges are inserted into the bus bar plate or the plate cover so that the positive electrode terminals and the negative electrode terminals are connected to the bus bars.3. The battery module according to claim 1 , wherein the bus bar plate and the plate cover are formed of insulators.4. The battery module according to claim 1 , wherein the bus bar receiving grooves are obliquely formed at the bus bar plate.5. The battery module according to claim 1 , wherein the bus bar receiving grooves are vertically formed at the bus bar plate.6. The battery module according to claim 1 , wherein the cell cartridges are stacked to have a plurality of rows claim 1 ,the battery module further comprises a jump bar to electrically interconnect the cell cartridges stacked in different rows, andthe bus bar plate is further provided with a jump bar receiving groove, in which the jump bar is received.7. The battery module according to claim 6 , wherein the jump bar received in the jump bar receiving groove is covered by the plate cover together with the bus bars.8. The battery ...

Display Kit and Method of Constructing Same

A kit useful by hobbyist and students in constructing displays and dioramas. The kit comprises a base formed from integral sidewalls and a top which presents a planar surface. A channel is formed around the periphery of the planar surface. The kit further includes a backboard which is foldable into a generally planar configuration and has a width greater than the width of the channel. The backboard is wedged into the channel and will remain in place without the use of external fasteners. The backboard is received in the channel on at least three sides of the base. The backboard is formed from a material so that it can be cut to present a desired configuration. A method of constructing a display kit comprises placing the base on a flat surface, at least partially unfolding the backboard to conform on the configuration of the base on at least three sides and then securing the backboard to the base without the use of external fasteners. 1. A method of constructing a display from a base and a backboard that is initially folded in a flat configuration , said method comprising:placing the base on a flat surface;at least partially unfolding the backboard to conform to the configuration of the base on at least three sides; andsecuring the backboard to the base without the use of external fasteners.2. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said unfolding step comprises unfolding said backboard onto a flat surface and cutting said backboard to a desired configuration with a knife.3. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said base presents a channel which is narrower than the width of said backboard and said securing step comprises wedging said backboard into said channel.4. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said base presents a planar surface having a rough texture and wherein is included the step of adhesively securing an object to be displayed to said surface.5. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said backboard presents a form for a diorama ...

ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM

Battery assemblies are disclosed which may include a plurality of battery cells removably coupled to a support. The support may include trays which are stacked. The battery cells of each tray may be electrically connected together. The battery trays may include a battery support which extends under and supports a middle portion of the battery cells of the respective battery tray. The battery support may be a thermal sink for the battery cells. The plurality of cells may be coupled to a support with a compression member including a plurality of heat transfer members. 1. A battery system , comprising:a plurality of prismatic battery cells including a first cell having a first terminal extending from the first cell and a second cell having a second terminal extending from the second cell;a support locating the plurality of prismatic cells such that the first terminal of the first cell overlaps the second terminal of the second cell; anda compression member removably coupled to the support, the compression member holding the first terminal of the first cell in contact with the second terminal of the second cell, the compression member including a plurality of heat sink features.2. The battery assembly of claim 1 , wherein the compression member includes a plurality of heat transfer fins along an upper side.3. The battery system of claim 1 , wherein the compression member includes a base portion which holds the first terminal of the first cell in contact with the second terminal of the second cell and the plurality of heat sink features include a plurality of fins extending from the base portion on a side opposite of the first cell and the second cell.4. The battery system of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of fins define a conduit therebetween that receives a flow of air to cool the first and second cells.5. The battery system of claim 4 , wherein the conduit has a longitudinal axis which is parallel to a top face of the first cell and a top face of the second cell.6. ...

Embolic filter frame having looped support strut elements

An improved embolic filter frame is provided. The filter frame provides enhanced longitudinal compliance, improved sealing, low profile delivery, and short deployed length. The looped support struts have high “radial” stiffness with low “longitudinal” stiffness. When deployed, the frame exerts a relatively high stress onto a vessel wall to maintain an effective seal, yet remains longitudinally compliant. Minor displacements of the support wire or catheter are therefore not translated to the filter. The looped support struts elongate when tensioned and assume a compressed and essentially linear form. When the delivery catheter constraint is removed, the struts “snap open” and assume a looped configuration, exerting a high degree of force onto the vessel wall, creating an enhanced filter to vessel wall seal.

METHOD OF INSTALLING A QUICK CHANGE LOAD WHEEL ASSEMBLY

A load wheel assembly for a materials handling vehicle includes first and second spaced side members, at least one rotatable roller extending between the first and second side members. An interface structure provides a substantially rigid connection between the load wheel assembly and a mounting structure on the materials handling vehicle. The mounting structure includes a transverse bar and the interface structure includes a portion that engages and mates with the transverse bar to form a rigid connection between the interface structure and the transverse bar. 1. A method of installing a load wheel assembly on an outrigger for a materials handling vehicle , the outrigger comprising an outrigger box comprising a pair of laterally spaced bearing plates defining a load wheel opening for receiving a load wheel assembly , and a transverse bar extending laterally across said load wheel opening , and said load wheel assembly comprising at least one roller supported on an axle between a pair of side support members and an interface structure extending between said pair of side support members , the method comprising:positioning said load wheel assembly in said load wheel opening with said interface structure located above said transverse bar;engaging at least one threaded fastener between said interface structure and said transverse bar; androtating said fastener to draw said transverse bar toward engagement with said interface structure.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said rotating said fastener effects a vertical movement of said outrigger from a support surface wherein said at least one roller supports said outrigger in spaced relation to said support surface during said vertical movement of said outrigger.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein two fasteners are located in laterally spaced relation to each other and engaged between said interface structure and said transverse bar claim 2 , and said rotating said fastener comprises alternately rotating each of said ...

METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING MICRO GAS TURBINE

The invention relates to a method for manufacturing an inexpensive micro gas turbine According to this method, an existing compressor-turbine unit is divided into two separate parts being a compressor and a turbine The compressor and turbine shafts are joined. Two existing bearing units ( and ) are taken, wherein one of them may belong to the existing compressor-turbine unit. 1. Method for manufacturing a micro gas turbine , which comprises a compressor , a turbine and a generator driven by the turbine for generating electrical power , characterized by:(a) dividing an existing compressor-turbine unit into two separate parts being a compressor and a turbine;(b) joining the compressor and turbine shafts together;(c) taking two existing bearing units and connecting one of them to the compressor and the other to the turbine;(d) manufacturing a generator housing with interfaces for connection with the bearing units or other stationary parts;(e) mounting the stator of an existing generator into the generator housing;(f) mounting the rotor of the existing generator on the joined shaft; and(g) connecting the generator housing with the bearing units or other stationary parts.2. Method according to claim 1 , characterized in that at least one of the two existing bearing units is of the existing compressor-turbine unit.3. Method according to or claim 1 , characterized in that the bearing units are identical.4. Method according to claim 1 , or claim 1 , characterized in that the shaft of at least one of the parts is extended.5. Method according to claim 1 , characterized in that yet another compressor-turbine unit claim 1 , in addition to the exiting compressor-turbine unit in step (a) claim 1 , is taken and that a compressor claim 1 , bearing unit and shaft are taken from one compressor-turbine unit and a turbine claim 1 , bearing unit and shaft are taken from the other compressor-turbine unit.6. Method according to any of the preceding claims claim 1 , characterized in using ...

HYBRID LOCOMOTIVE

A power conversion unit is unitized by accommodating an inverter, converter, and control equipment etc in a box-shaped enclosure having six faces. A storage battery unit is unitized by accommodating a storage battery and storage battery control equipment etc in a box-shaped enclosure having six faces. The driving control equipment of a driver's cab is accommodated in a box-shaped enclosure having six faces. A power generation unit is unitized by accommodating an engine, main generator and radiator etc in a box-shaped enclosure having six faces. The power conversion unit, storage battery unit, driver's cab and power generation unit are mounted on a car body under-frame. 1. A hybrid locomotive comprising:a driver's cab from which the hybrid locomotive is controlled;a traction converter unit wherein power conversion device is accommodated in an enclosure;a power generation unit wherein power generation device and cooling equipment that cools said power generation device are accommodated in an enclosure;a storage battery unit wherein storage battery device is accommodated in an enclosure; anda car body under-frame that carries said driver's cab, said power conversion device, said power generation unit and said storage battery unit;wherein said car body under-frame has:a car body under-frame-side fixing unit whereby said driver's cab, said power conversion device, said power generation unit and said storage battery unit are connected and fixed; anda car body-side fixing unit whereby said driver's cab, said power conversion device, said power generation unit and said storage battery unit are connected and fixed with said car body under-frame.2. The hybrid locomotive according to claim 1 ,wherein said car body under-frame-side fixing unit comprises:a driver's cab fixing frame whereby said driver's cab is fixed on said car body under-frame;a power conversion unit fixing frame whereby said power conversion unit is fixed on said car body under-frame;a storage battery unit ...

SMART INSTALLATION/PROCESSING SYSTEMS, COMPONENTS, AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME

A processing system employs a processing tool to process workpieces, for example cold working holes and/or installing expandable members into holes. Sensors sense various aspects of the processing. Information regarding performance of the process and/or materials may be stored, for example a hole-by-hole or a workpiece-by-workpiece basis, allowing validation of processing. Information also allows dynamic operation of the processing tool. Analysis of response relationships (e.g., pressure or force versus position or distance) may provide insights into the process and materials, and/or facilitate the real-time feedback including control, alerts, ordering replacement for consumable components. 1. A method of operating a processing tool to process a workpiece having at least a first hole , the method comprising:expanding at least a portion of an expansion assembly by the processing tool;sensing by at least one sensor at least one of a pressure, a position of a drive member, a distance of travel of the drive member, or a reaction force resulting from an applied force applied directly or indirectly by the expanding of the segments to an interior surface of the first hole;determining by at least one processor at least one value indicative of a response of at least a portion of at least the workpiece to the applied force applied directly or indirectly by the expanding of the at least a portion of the expansion assembly; andcontrolling the expanding of the at least a portion of the expansion assembly by the at least one processor based at least in part on the determined at least one value.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:periodically sampling the at least one sensor over an operational cycle during which the processing tool performs a plurality of operations on the first hole.3. The method of wherein periodically sampling the at least one sensor includes sampling an output of the at least one sensor at a frequency of at least 1 KHz.4. The method of wherein the ...

METHODS FOR INSTALLING AN ANCHOR BOLT

A tool assembly for a rotary hammer is provided. The tool assembly includes an adapter and a drive socket removably mounted on the adapter. The adapter has a first end portion configured to be held by a chuck of the rotary hammer and a second end portion that includes a socket square drive fitting on which the drive socket is removably mounted. The socket drive fitting can have any suitable size. For example, the socket drive fitting can be a 1/4 inch, a 3/8 inch, a 1/2 inch, or a 3/4 inch square drive fitting. 1. A method for installing an anchor bolt , the method comprising:mounting an adapter fitting having a socket square drive fitting to a chuck of a rotary hammer;mounting a drive socket to the socket square drive fitting;engaging the anchor bolt with the drive socket;driving the anchor bolt into a mounting hole by driving the adapter fitting and the drive socket with the rotary hammer operating in an axial hammering mode; androtating the adapter fitting and the drive socket with the rotary hammer operating in a rotation mode so as to secure the anchor bolt within the mounting hole.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising constraining the adapter during the driving of the anchor bolt into the mounting hole by a person holding the adapter. This application is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/894,005, entitled “TOOL ASSEMBLY AND RELATED METHODS,” filed Sep. 29, 2010 (Attorney Docket No. 028436-000100US), the entire disclosure of which is hereby incorporated herein by reference.The present disclosure provides a tool assembly for use with a rotary hammer and related methods, and methods for removing frozen bolts and/or nuts. The disclosed tool assembly and related methods may be particularly useful for installing an anchor bolt into a hole in a concrete member (e.g., a wall, a floor, a ceiling). And methods disclosed herein may be particularly useful in removing a bolt and/or nut that is frozen in place due to, for example, corrosion. ...

SOUND-MAKING PET TOY

A sound-making pet toy includes a shell having an opening and an inner space accessible through the opening and a sound-making body having a reduced state and an expanded state larger than the reduced state. When the sound-making body is disposed in the opening, it has the reduced state and when it is disposed in the inner space, it has the expanded state. The sound-making body has a resilient air-holding body and a sound making device that is responsive to air from the air holding body passing through the sound-making body. When the sound-making body is in the expanded state, it is lodged against the inner surface of the shell. When the sound-making body is in the expanded state, it expels air from the resilient air holding body when a force impacts the shell. In the expanded state, it is larger than the opening. 1. A sound-making pet toy , the pet toy comprising: the opening connecting the outer surface to the inner surface,', 'the inner surface defining an inner space; and, 'a shell comprising an outer surface, an inner surface, and an opening,'} [ a reduced size for passing through the opening to insert the sound-making body into the inner space and', 'an operative size preventing unintended removal of the sound-making body from the inner space,, 'the sound-making body comprising'}, the air holding body for holding a quantity of air in the operative size,', 'the sound-making body for making a sound responsive to air from the air holding body passing through the sound-making body., 'the sound-making body comprising a resilient air-holding body and a sound making device,'}], 'a sound-making body disposed in the inner space,'}2. The sound-making pet toy of claim 1 , wherein the sound-making body when in the operative size is lodged against the inner surface of the shell.3. The sound-making pet toy of claim 2 , wherein the sound-making body in the operative size expels air from the resilient air holding body when a force impacts the shell.4. The sound-making pet toy ...

DEVICE PROVIDING ASSISTANCE IN THE WORKING OF MECHANICAL PARTS, INCLUDING A GUIDE TRACK COMPRISING MULTIPLE COMPONENTS

A device providing assistance in working of mechanical components, such as pipes, including a flange including parts assembled together such that they can pivot to occupy a closed position in which they are joined to one another. A clamping device can be actuated when the flange is closed. The flange also includes supporting elements used to connect rails to the parts with limited relative movement therebetween. Adjacent end faces of the rails include corresponding surfaces that are shaped to co-operate and establish a connection as the flange moves into the closed position. Each connection: guides the end faces in relation to one another and into a working position in which the rails form a guide track for the tools, and assists in maintaining the position when the clamping device is actuated. 113-. (canceled)14. A device for assisting with working of mechanical parts , comprising:a flange including at least two parts joined together with an ability to move relative to one another in a common plane, up to a closed position of the flange in which the parts are joined together;a locking device that can be actuated in the closed position of the flange to bring the parts into mutual abutment;at least two rails;a set of resilient supports by which each rail is connected to at least one respective part of the flange with limited scope for relative movement;wherein adjacent end faces of the two rails includes mating surfaces forming a connection by positive locking, the connection being active in a vicinity of the closed position; andeach connection is configured to guide the adjacent end faces relative to one another in a movement relative to the parts, to a working position in which the rails form a guide path for one or more tools, to help keep these rails in mutual abutment, in the working position, when the locking device is actuated.15. A device according to claim 14 , wherein the mating surfaces comprise two complementary surfaces coming into mutual abutment in the ...

METHODS OF MANUFACTURING ILLUMINATION SYSTEMS

Methods of manufacturing light panels having at least one re-entrant turning feature. In one embodiment, a method of manufacturing a light panel includes providing a base layer, providing a cover layer, and coupling the cover layer to the base layer to form at least one re-entrant turning feature between the base layer and the cover layer. In another embodiment, a method of manufacturing a light panel includes providing a base layer, forming at least one receiving space in the base layer, providing at least one prismatic block, and coupling at least a portion of the prismatic block into the receiving space such that re-entrant turning features are formed between the prismatic block and the base layer. 1. A method of manufacturing a light panel , the method comprising:providing a base layer having an upper surface, a lower surface opposite the upper surface;forming at least one receiving space in the upper surface, the at least one receiving space extending from the upper surface toward the lower surface, wherein the at least one receiving space has a first sidewall and a second sidewall, wherein the first sidewall forms a first angle with the lower surface, and wherein the second sidewall forms a second angle with the lower surface;providing at least one prismatic block, wherein the at least one prismatic block has a third sidewall, a fourth sidewall, and a first planar surface disposed therebetween, wherein the third sidewall forms a third angle with the first planar surface, and wherein the fourth sidewall forms a fourth angle with the first planar surface; andcoupling at least a portion of the at least one prismatic block into the at least one receiving space such that at least a portion of the third sidewall is disposed adjacent to at least a portion of the first sidewall and such that at least a portion of the second sidewall is disposed adjacent to at least a portion of the fourth sidewall such that the first and third sidewalls form a first re-entrant turning ...

SETTING OF WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY HAVING A SPACER THEREIN

A method for setting a wheel hub assembly having a spacer therein, mounted on an axle, shaft or spindle or includes a cap a shaft is disclosed. The method is used on a wheel hub assembly having a spacer and bearings therein mounted on the axle, shaft or spindle. A retaining nut on the wheel hub assembly is tightened to the manufacture's specified torque for a particular wheel hub assembly for securing said assembly together. The wheel hub of the hub assembly is rotated when the nut is torqued to set the bearings. The retaining nut is loosened after rotating and the endplay within the wheel hub assembly is measured using an endplay measuring tool. The torque on the retaining nut is then adjusted to obtain a desired endplay measurement for the wheel hub assembly. The resultant torque on the nut at the desired endplay measurement is different from the manufacturer specified torque for the wheel hub assembly. 1. A method of setting a wheel hub assembly having a spacer therein on a shaft , axle or spindle comprising:accessing a wheel hub assembly having a spacer and at least one bearing therein mounted on a shaft, axle or spindle;torquing a retaining nut on the wheel hub assembly to a specified torque for said wheel hub assembly, said retaining nut securing said assembly together, wherein a compressive load is applied to said spacer and said last one bearing;rotating a wheel hub of said wheel hub assembly to set said at least one bearing;reducing the torque on said retaining nut after said rotating step;measuring endplay within said wheel hub assembly using an endplay measuring tool; andadjusting the torque on said retaining nut to obtain a desired endplay measurement of said wheel hub assembly, wherein the resultant torque on said retaining nut at said desired endplay measurement is different from said specified torque for said wheel hub assembly.2. The method of wherein said desired endplay measurement is less than 0.005 inches.3. The method of wherein said desired ...

STEP-TO-STEP WEDGE THREAD CONNECTIONS AND RELATED METHODS

A threaded connection includes a pin member comprising a first pin step and a second pin step, and pin wedge threads disposed on each of the first and second pin steps and a box member comprising a first box step and a second box step, and box wedge threads disposed on each of the first and second box steps, wherein an axial separation of the first and second pin steps differs from an axial separation of the first and second box steps. 125-. (canceled)26. A method of making up a threaded connection , the method comprising:rotationally engaging a pin member having pin wedge threads with a box member having corresponding box wedge threads, wherein the pin and box wedge threads are formed on corresponding first and second pin and box steps of the pin and box members; andengaging opposing pin and box stab and load flanks at different times during makeup of the threaded connection.27. The method of claim 26 , further comprising:engaging corresponding load flanks before stab flanks on the corresponding first pin and box steps;engaging corresponding stab flanks before load flanks on the corresponding second pin and box steps.28. The method of claim 26 , further comprising:engaging corresponding stab flanks before load flanks on the corresponding first pin and box steps;engaging corresponding load flanks before stab flanks on the corresponding second pin and box steps.29. The method of claim 26 , further comprising engaging corresponding metal sealing surfaces disposed between first and second pin and box steps. The present application is a divisional application and claims benefit under 35 U.S.C. §120 to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/310,241, filed Dec. 2, 2011, which is a continuation application, and thus claims benefit pursuant to 35 U.S.C. §120, of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/890,290 filed Sep. 24, 2010. The contents of those applications are incorporated herein by reference in their entireties.1. Field of the DisclosureEmbodiments disclosed herein relate ...

PISTOL COCKING ASSISTIVE DEVICE

At least one cam lock and an opposing structure form a compression channel for receiving and engaging a pistol slide. When the pistol is moved in a certain direction through the compression channel, the one or more cam locks and opposing structure engage the pistol's slide and translate some of the forward motion force into a compressive force on the sides of the slide. At a point where the compressive force overcomes the force of the main spring of the pistol, the pistol frame driven by the user moves forward relative to the slide, thereby racking the slide of the pistol. 1. An assistive device for operating a slide portion of a pistol comprising:a first cam lock for receiving and frictionally engaging a first side of a slide portion of a pistol;a counter structure juxtaposed to the first cam lock forming a compression channel, wherein the compression channel ranges in a width from a minimum channel width to a maximum channel width during the frictional engagement, and wherein a height of the first cam lock is equal to or less than one half of the minimum channel width; anda cam lock position biasing device which holds the first cam lock in a first position producing the minimum channel width, wherein a slide portion of a pistol may be received in a first direction within the compression channel to engage a first side of the slide portion by the first cam lock and a second side of the slide portion by the counter structure thereby moving the first cam lock into a position producing a channel width greater than the minimum channel width and equal to or less than the maximum channel width thus engaging the first and second sides of the slide portion, and wherein a compressive force is applied between the first cam lock and the counter structure responsive to passing the slide portion in a direction opposite of the first direction through the compression channel.2. The assistive device as set forth in wherein the minimum channel width is about 0.70 inches.3. The ...

BAG SUPPORT AND HOLDING DEVICE

A hoop for holding a bag comprises a hoop strip having a first end, a second end and a central portion between the first and second ends. The hoop strip being comprises a resilient material. A first loop member attaches to the first end of the hoop strip, defining a channel which receives slidably therein the central portion of the hoop strip. A second loop member attaches to the second end of the hoop strip, defining a channel which receives slidably therein the central portion of the loop strip. The first and second loop members keep the hoop strip generally circular, but it can be adjusted so as to have a plurality of circumferences by sliding the central portion of the hoop strip within the first and second loop members. The hoop may also comprise a handle for holding the hoop, and a base. 1. A hoop for holding a bag , the hoop comprising:a hoop strip having a first end, a second end and a central portion between the first end and the second end, the hoop strip being comprised of a resilient material and having an inside surface, an outside surface, an upper edge and a lower edge;a first loop member attached to the first end of the hoop strip, the first loop member defining a channel which receives slidably therein the central portion of the hoop strip;a second loop member attached to the second end of the hoop strip, the second loop member defining a channel which receives slidably therein the central portion of the loop strip, the first and second loop members maintaining the hoop strip in a generally circular rest configuration; andwherein the generally circular configuration of the hoop strip can be adjusted so as to have a plurality of circumferences by sliding the central portion of the hoop strip within the first loop member and second loop member.2. A hoop as claimed in wherein the upper edge of the hoop strip has a zigzag configuration.3. A hoop as claimed in wherein the lower edge of the hoop strip has a zigzag configuration.4. A hoop as claimed in ...

GOALIE TOE HOOK

The disclosure provides a method and apparatus for a quick and simple method of securing the bottom of a goalie leg pad to their skate toe area. The apparatus includes a toe hook including a flat portion and a hook portion which is attached to the goalie pad. The apparatus also include an extension which has loop portions at each end which is attached at one end to the goalie skate and then has its other loop portion connected to the hook portion of the toe hook to attach the goalie leg pad to the goalie skate. 1. Apparatus for connecting a goalie pad to a hockey skate comprising:a toe hook including a flat portion and a hook portion, the toe hook for integration with the goalie pad; andan elastic extension having a first end connected to the hockey skate and a second end for connection with the hook portion.2. The system of wherein the first end is connected to the hockey skate via a connector.3. The system of wherein the connector is a cable tie.4. The system of wherein the toe hook further comprises a set of holes in the flat portion.5. The system of further comprising a set of fasteners for securing the toe hook with the goalie pad.6. The system of wherein the set of fasteners comprises:a set of screws; anda set of screw inserts.7. A method of securing a hockey skate to a goalie pad comprising:attaching a toe hook to the goalie pad;connecting a first end of an elastic extension to the hockey skate; andconnecting a second end of the elastic extension to the toe hook.8. The method of wherein connecting a first end comprises:looping a cable tie through a hole in the hockey skate;looping the cable tie through the second end of the elastic extension; andclosing the cable tie.9. The method of wherein connecting the first end further comprises cutting off an excess portion of the cable tie after closing the cable tie. This application claims the benefit of priority of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/607,742 filed Mar. 7, 2012, which is incorporated herein by ...

DIE CASE EXTRACTOR AND METHOD

A die case extractor and method for extracting a die case from a die bed. The die case extractor is engaged with the die case which is disposed in the die bed. The die case extractor is engaged by a pulling device, such as a ram. When the pulling device is retracted from the die bed, the die case extractor pulls on the die case, thereby extracting the die case from the die bed. Preferably, the die case extractor includes a bracing piece that is engaged with the die case. The die case extractor also preferably includes a member, such as a screw, which is engaged with the bracing piece. A holder is retained on the member and is engaged by the ram. The ram is then retracted generally away from the die bed, thereby pulling on the die case and extracting the die case from the die bed. Preferably, multiple die case extractors can be used simultaneously to extract a plurality of die cases in a single pulling action of the ram. 1. A die case extractor which is configured to be used by a pulling device to extract a die case from a die bed , said die case extractor being configured to be retained by the pulling device , wherein the die case extractor is configured to engage the die case and pull on the die case when the pulling device is retracted from the die bed , thereby extracting the die case from the die bed.2. A die case extractor as recited in claim 1 , wherein the die case extractor comprises a holder.3. A die case extractor as recited in claim 2 , wherein the holder comprises a cylindrical claim 2 , hollow sleeve.4. A die case extractor as recited in claim 2 , wherein the holder has an exterior surface claim 2 , wherein a notch is on the exterior surface claim 2 , wherein the notch is configured to be engaged by a fastener which is on a ram of the pulling device.5. A die case extractor as recited in claim 2 , further comprising a washer claim 2 , a compression spring claim 2 , and a threaded member claim 2 , wherein the holder retains the washer and the compression ...

MANUFACTURED ARTICLE AND A METHOD OF OBTAINING THEREOF

The present invention relates to a manufactured article comprising a support component () delimiting therein at least one receiving seat (), at least one inserted component () designed to be seated in a respective receiving seat () in the support component (), and binding means for binding the inserted component () to a respective receiving seat (). The at least one inserted component () is mounted for rotation in the at least one receiving seat (). 1. A manufactured article comprising at least one support component delimiting therein at least one receiving seat , at least one inserted component designed to be seated in a respective receiving seat in the support component , and binding means for binding said at least one inserted component to a respective receiving seat , wherein said at least one receiving seat has at least one recess , or inwardly extending lug portion , and wherein said binding means has a protruding portion designed to engage with a respective recess , or a notch designed to engage with a respective inwardly extending lug , respectively , and wherein said at least one inserted component is mounted for rotation in said at least one receiving seat.2. A manufactured article as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said inwardly extending lug or said protruding portion has a longitudinal axis claim 1 , and in that said at least one inserted component is mounted for rotation about said longitudinal axis claim 1 , whereby portions of said at least one inserted component can be displaced between a position outside or in sight from said at least one receiving seat and a position at least partly housed in said at least one receiving seat.3. A manufactured article as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said at least one inserted component is anchored to said support component at at least two inwardly extending lugs or protruding portions claim 1 , and is mounted for rotation about an axis passing through said at least two inwardly extending lugs or protruding portions.4. ...

METAL FOIL FOR BASE MATERIAL AND PRODUCING METHOD THEREOF

A metal foil including: a steel layer whose thickness is 10 to 200 μm; an Al-containing metal layer arranged on the steel layer; and plural granular alloys which exist in an interface between the steel layer and the Al-containing metal layer, wherein, when a cutting-plane line of a surface of the Al-containing metal layer is defined as a contour curve and an approximation straight line of the contour curve is defined as a contour average straight line, a maximum point, whose distance from the contour average straight line is more than 10 μm, is absent on the contour curve, and wherein, when an equivalent sphere diameter of the granular alloys is x in units of μm and a thickness of the Al-containing metal layer is T in units of μm, the granular alloys satisfy x≦0.5T. 1. A metal foil for a base material of a solar cell and an organic electroluminescence , the metal foil comprising:a steel layer whose thickness is 10 to 200 μm;an Al-containing metal layer arranged on the steel layer; andplural granular alloys which exist in an interface between the steel layer and the Al-containing metal layer,wherein, when a cutting-plane line of a surface of the Al-containing metal layer, which appears on a cross-section of the metal foil that is planarly cut along a normal direction so that an observed section is a transverse direction perpendicular to a rolling direction, is defined as a contour curve and an approximation straight line of the contour curve, which appears on the cross-section, is defined as a contour average straight line,a maximum point, which is convex toward the surface of the Al-containing metal layer and whose distance from the contour average straight line is more than 10 μm, is absent on the contour curve, andwherein, when each equivalent sphere diameter of the plural granular alloys is x in units of μm and a thickness of the Al-containing metal layer is T in units of μm, {'br': None, 'i': x≦', 'T, '0.5\u2003\u2003(Formula 1)'}, 'the plural granular alloys of ...

EXPANDABLE FASTENER ASSEMBLY WITH DEFORMED COLLAR

At least one embodiment generally relates to an installation assembly for an opening in a workpiece that includes a swaged collar, an inner member, and an outer member. The swaged collar has a first end, a second end, and a main body extending between the first end and the second end. The main body includes an inner surface defining a passageway through the collar. The inner member has a mandrel section for expanding the outer member. The inner member is used to expand the outer member and to keep the outer member in an expanded state. 1. A fastener assembly installable in an opening of a workpiece , comprising:a collar;an outer member configured to be positioned in the opening, the outer member including a longitudinally-extending passageway, a coupling section, a head, and an expandable section between the coupling section and the head, the coupling section adapted to protrude from the workpiece and to be coupled to the collar; andan inner member including a narrow section, a propping stem, and a mandrel section between the narrow section and the propping stem, the propping stem dimensioned and configured to prop the expandable section of the outer member after the mandrel section radially expands the expandable section in the opening of the workpiece to produce an interference fit between the outer member and the workpiece.2. The fastener assembly of claim 1 , wherein the expandable section has an inner surface defining at least a portion of the longitudinally-extending passageway and an inner circumference claim 1 , the inner circumference is less than an outer circumference of the propping stem.3. The fastener assembly of claim 1 , wherein the inner member further includes a detachable shank and a decoupling feature between the detachable shank and the narrow section claim 1 , the detachable shank separable from the narrow section at least proximate the decoupling feature when an axial load is applied to the detachable shank.4. The fastener assembly of claim 1 ...

TOLERANCE RING AND ASSEMBLY WITH DEFORMABLE PROJECTIONS

A method of assembling a tolerance ring between opposing surfaces of an inner and outer component arranged to mate with one another to provide an interference fit therebetween includes mounting the tolerance ring on one of the inner and outer components whereby the projections are received in a recessed portion on that component, partially mating the inner and outer components, and completing mating by causing relative movement between the tolerance ring and the recessed portion to move the projections from the recessed portion and to be compressed between the mated inner and outer components. The tolerance ring includes an annular band of resilient material for engaging an opposing surface of one of the inner and outer components. The annular band has a plurality of deformable projections extending radially therefrom to engage the opposing surface of the other one of the inner and outer components. 1. A method of assembling a tolerance ring between opposing surfaces of an inner component and an outer component to provide an interference fit therebetween , the inner and outer components being arranged to mate with one another , and the tolerance ring comprising an annular band of resilient material for engaging an opposing surface of one of the inner and outer components , the annular band having a plurality of deformable projections extending radially therefrom to engage the opposing surface of the other one of the inner and outer components , wherein the method comprises:mounting the tolerance ring on one of the inner and outer components whereby the projections are received in a recessed portion on that component;partially mating the inner and outer components; andcompleting mating by causing relative movement between the tolerance ring and the recessed portion to cause the projections to leave the recessed portion and to be compressed between the mated inner and outer components.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein partially mating the inner and outer components ...

COMPONENT MOUNTING METHOD AND COMPONENT MOUNTING APPARATUS

In a component mounting method and apparatus capable of mounting components on a board having a non-planar component mounting surface, a board holding table in a board holding device is turned based on board holding device information and board information to direct a normal line to a mounting portion on the non-planar component mounting surface in the vertical direction. Thus, after being picked up and moved by a component loading device onto the normal line to the mounting portion, a component can be mounted through a movement of the component loading device in the vertical direction only. Further, compensation amounts for the position of the mounting portion are calculated based on a turn amount, the board holding device information and the board information, and a compensated mounting position is calculated from the compensation amounts and the board information accurately in the horizontal and vertical directions. 18.-. (canceled)9. A component mounting method in a component mounting apparatus comprising:a board holding device having a holding member that, in order to mount a component on a board having a non-planar component mounting surface, holds the board at a holding position on a board holding surface and turns the board;a board transfer device that loads and unloads the board with respect to the board holding surface of the holding member;a component supply device that supplies the component to be mounted on the board; anda component loading device that picks up the component from the component supply device and moves the component in two orthogonal directions within a horizontal plane and in a vertical direction to mount the component at a mounting portion on the board held at the holding position on the board holding surface;the component mounting method comprising:a board information inputting step of inputting board information relating to the position of a positioned portion for positioning the board on the board holding surface and the position of ...

REINFORCED FOOT FOR AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY BIN

Disclosed are structures for protecting the lower corners of containers used for storing and shipping agricultural commodities, and related methods of use. More particularly, removable reinforced feet or toes for protecting the lower corners of agricultural commodity bins are disclosed. The reinforced feet or toes are resistant to damage and may be easily removed, repaired and replaced. In embodiments of the invention, the feet or toes are provided with one or more removable reinforcement structures that may be removed and replaced by new structures when worn or damaged, without requiring removal of the feet or toes themselves. 1. A resilient foot for an agricultural storage bin comprising:a. a removable foot for attachment underneath a corner of said bin, said foot having a bottom and adjacent sides forming a lower corner; andb. at least one removable reinforcing structure attached near an outer edge of the bottom of said foot.2. The foot of wherein said at least one reinforcing structure is located adjacent to said lower corner.3. The foot of wherein said at least one reinforcing structure is a bolt.4. The foot of wherein said bolt includes a head claim 3 , and said foot has a recessed area in the bottom thereof corresponding to said head for receiving it.5. The foot of wherein said bolt has a head and is provided with at least one washer claim 3 , and said foot has a recessed area in the bottom thereof corresponding to said head and washer for receiving them.6. The foot of wherein said reinforcing structure is a metallic piece attached at least partially underneath said foot.7. The foot of wherein said metallic piece forms the lower corner of the foot.8. The foot of wherein said metallic piece forms a portion of the lower corner of the foot.9. The foot of wherein said metallic piece is provided along an outside edge of the foot.10. The foot of wherein a plurality of reinforcing structures are provided in the form of bolts underneath said foot claim 1 , each such ...

COMPONENTS OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHODS FOR THEIR ASSEMBLY

Various components of an electronic device housing and methods for their assembly are disclosed. The housing can be formed by assembling and connecting two or more different sections together. The sections of the housing may be coupled together using one or more coupling members. The coupling members may be formed using a two-shot molding process in which the first shot forms a structural portion of the coupling members, and the second shot forms cosmetic portions of the coupling members. 1. A method for forming the housing of an electronic device , the method comprising:extruding at least one part of an electronic device housing;forming sections of the electronic device housing by machining each extruded part to the desired dimensions;orienting the sections such that the longitudinal extrusion axis of at least one of the sections is perpendicular to the longitudinal extrusion axis of at least one other section; andcoupling together the sections using one or more coupling members to create the housing of the electronic device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein extruding the at least one part comprises extruding a top part claim 1 , a center part claim 1 , and a bottom part.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein extruding the at least one part further comprises extruding the top part claim 2 , the center part claim 2 , and the bottom part together as one extruded part claim 2 , and wherein forming sections of the electronic device housing comprises cutting the one extruded part into the top part claim 2 , the center part claim 2 , and the bottom part parts.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein extruding the at least one part further comprises extruding the top part claim 2 , the center part claim 2 , and the bottom part separately.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein extruding the at least one part further comprises extruding the top part and the bottom part together as a first extruded part and extruding the center part separately claim 2 , and wherein forming sections of ...

PICKUP TRUCK BED TONNEAU COVER SUPPORT STRUCTURE AND METHOD

An outer frame corresponds to a perimeter of a pickup truck bed. An plurality of upwardly bowed intermediate rail span between, and are coupled to, opposing sides of the outer frame. Each bowed intermediate rail is paired with a wire tension member that spans between, and is coupled to, each end of its paired intermediate rail member. A flexible textile member covers and is supported by the intermediate rail member and is coupled to the outer frame. The wire tension members operate to help reduce lateral deflection of the bowed intermediate rail members when a meaningful downward force is applied to the bowed intermediate rails. A method of assembling a tonneau cover is also disclosed. 1. A pickup truck bed tonneau cover comprising:an outer frame comprising a front frame member, a rear frame member, a side frame member and an opposing side frame member, the outer frame being configured to substantially correspond to a perimeter of the pickup truck bed;a pair of intermediate rail brackets coupled to opposing sides of the outer frame so that a first of the pair of intermediate rail brackets is coupled to one side frame member and a second of the pair of intermediate rail brackets is coupled to an opposing side frame member;an intermediate rail member spanning between, and coupled to, the pair of intermediate rail brackets so that each end of the intermediate rail member is coupled to one of the pair of intermediate rail brackets, the intermediate rail member being bowed upwardly along an elongated length of the intermediate rail member;a wire tension member spanning between each end of the intermediate rail member, the wire tension member being coupled to each end of the intermediate rail member;a flexible textile member covering and supported by the intermediate rail member, the flexible textile member being coupled to the outer frame.2. The pickup truck tonneau cover according to claim 1 , wherein the wire tension member is configured to restrict the lateral ...

ONE-PIECE HANDLE ASSEMBLY

A one-piece handle assembly and a method of assembling the one-piece handle assembly. The one-piece handle assembly includes an outer tube connected to a fixed jaw and an inner tube connected to a moveable jaw. The inner tube is installed within the outer tube. The surgical instrument assembly further includes a handle body overmolded onto the outer tube and a handle grip connected to the handle body. The handle grip controls movement of the moveable jaw along an axis about defiend through the outer tube. The one-piece handle assembly further includes a knife plunger for controlling activation of a knife rod assembly. The one-piece handle assembly is void of any welds, adhesives, or fasteners to complete the final assembly of the one-piece handle assembly. 1. A method for assembling a surgical instrument , comprising:attaching a fixed jaw to an outer tube;overmolding a handle body to the outer tube;inserting a grip pivot pin to connect a handle grip to the handle body, wherein the grip pivot pin includes a cam surface; andconnecting a moving jaw to the fixed jaw while engaging an inner tube to control the moving jaw.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the fixed jaw is connected to the moving jaw using an end effector pivot pin at pivot point between the fixed jaw and the moving jaw.3. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:overmolding a bushing to the inner tube;sliding a jaw spring over the inner tube, wherein a proximal end of the jaw spring contacts the bushing;sliding the inner tube through a spring cartridge bore in a spring cartridge; andsliding the inner tube into the outer tube.4. The method according to claim 3 , further comprising:sliding a knife plunger through a handle body bore in the handle body;aligning a cross bore on the knife plunger with an assembly bore in the handle body;aligning a relief slot on the handle grip with the assembly bore;inserting an assembly pin into the assembly bore to engage the knife plunger and the ...

LOW VOID FRACTION THERMAL STORAGE ARTICLES AND METHODS

Low void fraction thermal energy storage articles, systems, and methods for making and using such thermal energy storage articles and systems. Thermal energy storage units include a thermal energy storage body having a particular void volume and a mixing cavity-creating element. Thermal energy storage modules include two or more thermal energy storage bodies arranged adjacently with an intervening cavity defined by a cavity-creating element. The total void volume of a thermal energy storage module (i.e., the sum of the void volume of the passages of the thermal energy storage bodies and the cavity) is between about 10% and about 40%. 1. A thermal energy storage unit , comprising:a thermal energy storage body having a top surface, a bottom surface, a plurality of perforations that form passages extending through the thermal energy storage body from the top surface to the bottom surface, a void volume in a range of about 10% to about 35%; anda mixing cavity-creating element.2. The thermal energy storage unit of claim 1 , wherein the thermal energy storage body has a ratio (D/Thk) ranging from about 0.5 to about 3.0 claim 1 ,{'sub': Havg', 'avg, 'wherein Dis the average hydraulic diameter of the perforations and Thkis the average narrowest wall thickness between adjacent perforations.'}3. The thermal energy storage unit of claim 1 , wherein the top surface of the thermal energy storage body has a total open face area in a range of about 10% to about 35%.4. The thermal energy storage unit of claim 1 , wherein the perforations and passages of the thermal energy storage body have a uniform cross-sectional shape.5. The thermal energy storage unit of claim 1 , wherein the perforations have a hydraulic diameter in the range of about 0.2 inch (5.08 mm) to about 1.2 inch (30.48 mm).6. The thermal energy storage unit of claim 1 , wherein the perforations have a circular shape.7. The thermal energy storage unit of claim 1 , wherein the perforations are arranged in a pattern ...

RADIATION DETECTION DEVICE AND RADIATION TOMOGRAPHIC APPARATUS, AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING RADIATION DETECTION DEVICE

A radiation detection device is provided. The radiation detection device includes a pair of rails spaced in a slice direction and extending parallel to a channel direction, and a plurality of collimator modules arranged along the channel direction on a radiation exit side of the pair of rails, wherein at least one of the pair of rails extending along the channel direction includes a plate member with a plurality of notches formed along the radiation exit side, and wherein the collimator modules each include a first pin protruding on a radiation incidence side and attached to the pair of rails with the first pin fitted in one of the notches of the plate member. 1. A radiation detection device comprising:a pair of rails spaced in a slice direction and extending parallel to a channel direction; anda plurality of collimator modules arranged along the channel direction on a radiation exit side of the pair of rails, wherein at least one of the pair of rails extending along the channel direction comprises a plate member with a plurality of notches formed along the radiation exit side, and wherein the collimator modules each comprise a first pin protruding on a radiation incidence side and attached to the pair of rails with the first pin fitted in one of the notches of the plate member.2. The radiation detection device according to claim 1 , wherein each of the pair of rails comprise the plate member claim 1 , and wherein the collimator modules each comprise the first pins at both ends in the slice direction.3. The radiation detection device according to claim 1 , wherein the notches are formed at each of a plurality of reference positions for arrangement of the collimator modules.4. The radiation detection device according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the pair of rails comprises the plate member and a flat surface formed at a reference position for the collimator modules in the slice direction claim 1 , and wherein a lateral side of the first pin abuts on the flat ...

POSITION ADJUSTABLE GRAPPLE ATTACHMENT

An attachment that is configured for attachment to an arm of a piece of construction equipment. The attachment includes a pair of grapple mechanisms mounted on a main beam. Each grapple mechanism includes opposing grab arms mounted to a grab arm housing. The grab arm housings of the grapple mechanisms are each individually adjustable separate from one another relative to the main beam in one or more directions generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the main beam. The attachment can fine adjust the positions of the pipe ends relative to one another until the ends align with each other, at which point the pipe ends can be welded or otherwise secured to each other while being held in position by the grapple mechanisms. 119-. (canceled)20. A method of performing a processing operation on one or more ends of first and second pipes to be joined together , comprising:a) positioning the ends of the first and second pipes adjacent to one another;b) using at least one position sensor to determine the position of at least one of the pipe ends relative to the other pipe end;c) using the determined position to adjust at least one of the first pipe and the second pipe using a grapple attachment attached to a piece of construction equipment;d) repeating steps b) and c) if necessary until the end of the first pipe is aligned with the end of the second pipe; ande) once the ends are aligned, using a pipe processing tool to perform the processing operation on at least one of the ends of the first and second pipes.21. The method of claim 20 , wherein the position sensor comprises a laser.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein step b) comprises using a plurality of lasers.23. The method of claim 20 , wherein the at least one position sensor captures a curvature profile of at least one of the pipe ends.24. The method of claim 20 , wherein the pipe processing tool is configured to perform welding claim 20 , and the processing operation comprises welding the end of the first ...