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US09804428B2	Composite sheet, substrate for a display element including same, and display device including same The present invention relates to a composite sheet, to a substrate for a display element including same, and to a display device including same. More specifically, the composite sheet comprises: a reinforcement-impregnated matrix; a coating layer formed on at least one surface of the matrix; and a barrier layer formed on at least one surface of the coating layer, wherein, if an elastic modulus of the matrix is E2 at a temperature of 25° C. and an elastic modulus of the coating layer is E3 at a temperature of 25° C., the ratio of the elastic modulus, i.e. E3/E2, is approximately 5×104 or less.
US09804418B2	Methods and apparatus for functional insert with power layer This invention discloses a device comprising multiple functional layers formed on substrates, wherein at least one functional layer comprises an electrical energy source. In some embodiments, the present invention includes an insert for incorporation into ophthalmic lenses that has been formed by the stacking of multiple functionalized layers.
US09804412B2	Off-nose eyewear The eyewear comprises a frame, left and right lenses, a bridge member, and left and right arms comprising temporal extensions. A bridge spans between the left and right enclosures such that the two enclosures are joined together at a position, when worn, at the approximate longitudinal center of the wearer's face. The frame is hingedly coupled to the respective arms. At each end of each coupling member, there is a spring/tensioning element that biases each arm inward towards a closed position. Each arm comprises temporal extensions projecting inward from each arm such that when worn, the respective extensions are pressed against the wearer's temple regions of the head. When worn, the arms lightly press the temporal extensions against the wearer's temples and suspend the bridge member above the nose such that little or no pressure is placed upon the wearer's nose or any other part of the face.
US09804405B2	Display device and display device frame To provide a display device that gives a viewer a strong stereoscopic effect or sense of depth in a two-dimensional image and a display device that gives a viewer a natural stereoscopic effect or sense of depth in a two-dimensional image, a display device including a frame portion and a display portion which has a display surface on a frame portion side and is located so as to be apart from the frame portion with a distance therebetween, in which the display portion overlaps with an opening of the frame portion, and an end portion of the display portion overlaps with the frame portion, is provided. In addition, a structure in which a corner of an inner frame of the frame portion has curvature or a structure in which the size of the inner frame of the frame portion is variable is added to the display device.
US09804399B2	Display system and head mounted display using the same A display system includes an optical integrated rod, a solid-state light-emitting device disposed on an entrance of the optical integrated rod, a first TIR prism, a reflection mirror, a second TIR prism, a digital micromirror device and an eyepiece. The first TIR prism has a first surface disposed adjacent to an exit of the optical integrated rod, a second surface and a third surface. The second TIR prism has a fourth surface in contact with the third surface by an air gap, a fifth surface and a sixth surface. The reflection mirror is disposed on the second surface. The digital micromirror device is disposed adjacent to the fifth surface. The eyepiece is disposed adjacent to the sixth surface. Light is input to the digital micromirror device along an illumination optical path, and projected on a pupil surface along an imaging optical path. The volume of the display system is reduced.
US09804397B2	Using a freedom reflective and lens optical component for augmented or virtual reality display Configurations are disclosed for presenting virtual reality and augmented reality experiences to users. The system may comprise an image-generating source to provide one or more frames of image data in a time-sequential manner, a light modulator configured to transmit light associated with the one or more frames of image data, a substrate to direct image information to a user's eye, wherein the substrate houses a plurality of reflectors, a first reflector of the plurality of reflectors to reflect transmitted light associated with a first frame of image data at a first angle to the user's eye, and a second reflector to reflect transmitted light associated with a second frame of the image data at a second angle to the user's eye.
US09804396B2	Head-mounted display with an eyeball-tracker integrated system Head-mounted display with an eye-tracking system and including a light-transmitting substrate (20) having two major surfaces and edges, optical means for coupling light into said substrate (20) by total internal reflection, partially-reflecting surfaces (22a-22c) carried by the substrate (20) that are not parallel with the major surfaces of the substrate (20), a near-infrared light source (78) and a display source (92) projecting within the photopic spectrum, wherein light from the light source (78) and light from the display source (92) are coupled into the substrate (20) by total internal reflection.
US09804389B2	Apparatus for eye tracking An eye tracker having a waveguide for propagating illumination light towards an eye and propagating image light reflected from at least one surface of an eye, a light source optically coupled to the waveguide, and a detector optically coupled to the waveguide. Disposed in the waveguide is at least one grating lamina for deflecting the illumination light towards the eye along a first waveguide path and deflecting the image light towards the detector along a second waveguide path.
US09804383B2	Electrowetting device with multi layer support plate An electrowetting element comprising a first fluid and a second fluid immiscible with the first fluid. A support plate includes an electrode and, located between the electrode and the first fluid, a first layer and a second layer. The first layer comprises an inorganic material and the second layer comprises an organic material. The first layer is in contact with the second layer and between the second layer and the first fluid.
US09804376B2	Scanner with increased dynamic range An instrument and method for scanning all or part of a large specimen mounted on a specimen holder takes a plurality of measurements of each pixel in the whole or part of the specimen being scanned at a plurality of exposure values. A computer controls the movement of the specimen holder during scanning and again of the detector to produce a digitized image of all or part of the specimen with larger dynamic range than the dynamic range of the detection system. In a further embodiment, the instrument can scan two successive, identical strips at a different exposure values and combine the images from the two scans into one digitized image having a larger dynamic range than the dynamic range of the detection system.
US09804371B2	Zoom lens and image pickup apparatus including the same A zoom lens according to the present invention includes, in order from an object side to an image side: a first lens unit having a negative refractive power; a second lens unit having a positive refractive power; and a third lens unit having a positive refractive power, in which a distance between adjacent lens units varies during zooming, the configuration of the second lens unit, the curvature radius Rb2obj of a lens surface of a cemented lens GRb2 on the object side included in the second lens unit, the curvature radius Rb2img of a lens surface of the cemented lens GRb2 on the image side, the focal length f2bimg of the cemented lens GRb2, and the focal length f2 of the second lens unit are appropriately set.
US09804358B2	Bright large aperture imaging lens and imaging unit An imaging lens includes: a first lens having positive refractive power; a second lens having positive refractive power; a third lens having negative refractive power; a fourth lens having positive refractive power; a fifth lens having negative refractive power; and a sixth lens having positive or negative refractive power in vicinity of an optical axis, a peripheral portion of a surface on an image side of the sixth lens including one or more inflection points, the first to sixth lenses being provided in order from an object side.
US09804357B2	Phase detection autofocus using masked and unmasked photodiodes Certain aspects relate to systems and techniques for using imaging pixels (that is, non-phase detection pixels) in addition to phase detection pixels for calculating autofocus information. Imaging pixel values can be used to interpolate a value at a phase detection pixel location. The interpolated value and a value received from the phase difference detection pixel can be used to obtain a virtual phase detection pixel value. The interpolated value, value received from the phase difference detection pixel, and the virtual phase detection pixel value can be used to obtain a phase difference detection signal indicating a shift direction (defocus direction) and a shift amount (defocus amount) of image focus.
US09804353B2	Telecommunications connection cabinet A telecommunications cabinet includes a cabinet housing; a fiber optic splitter; a plurality of spools disposed on a cable management surface; a panel oriented at a fixed angle relative to the access opening so that the panel extends laterally and rearwardly between the access opening and the cable management surface; and a plurality of adapters disposed on the panel.
US09804349B2	Multi-lens optical components This disclosure generally relates to high-speed fiber optic networks that use light signals to transmit data over a network. The disclosed subject matter includes devices and methods relating to multi-lens optical components and/or optoelectronic subassemblies. In some aspects, devices and methods relate to an optical component including a housing defining a cavity and a lens array having a plurality of lenses on an optically transmissive portion of the housing. In some aspects, devices and methods relate to an optical component including a substrate; and a lens array on the substrate, the lens array having a plurality of discrete lenses.
US09804341B2	Optical receptacle An optical receptacle includes a fiber stub having an optical fiber with a core and cladding, a ferrule with a through-hole fixing the optical fiber, and a bonding agent fixing the optical fiber in the ferrule, and a holder holding the fiber stub. The optical fiber is disposed inside the through-hole over an entire region of the optical fiber, and includes a portion in which a core diameter and a fiber outer diameter decrease gradually toward an end surface of the ferrule on a side opposite to a side to be optically connected to a plug ferrule. The bonding agent is filled into a space between the optical fiber and an inner wall of the through-hole.
US09804337B2	Managed fiber connectivity systems A communications connection system includes a fiber optic adapter module configured to receive multiple fiber optic connectors. The fiber optic adapter module includes one or more media reading interfaces. Each media reading interface is configured to read physical layer information stored on one of the fiber optic connectors received at the adapter module. Certain types of media reading interfaces extend between an internal passage of the adapter module and an external surface of the adapter module.
US09804330B1	Semiconductor device According to the present invention, a semiconductor device includes a substrate comprising a front end face, a rear end face and side faces, a plurality of semiconductor lasers provided on the substrate, a forward optical multiplexer to multiplex forward output light of the plurality of semiconductor lasers and output the multiplexed light to the front end face, a backward optical multiplexer to multiplex backward output light of the plurality of semiconductor lasers and output the multiplexed light to the rear end face and a plurality of backward waveguides connected to an output section of the backward optical multiplexer, wherein the plurality of backward waveguides includes a main waveguide disposed at a center of the output section and a plurality of lateral waveguides disposed on both sides of the main waveguide to bend toward the side faces and output light from the side faces diagonally to the side faces.
US09804327B1	Phase error compensating apparatus Provided is a phase error compensating apparatus. The phase error compensating apparatus may include a waveguide array disposed between a first free propagation region and a second free propagation region and configured to allow a light signal passed through the first free propagation region to move toward the second free propagation region, in which a length of each of the waveguides included in the waveguide array may be adjusted to compensate for a phase error of light signals passed through the waveguides.
US09804322B1	Linear edgelit lighting system with heat sink base and clamp coupled together with a fastener A lighting fixture includes a housing channel and a heat sink assembly coupled to the housing channel. The heat sink assembly includes a heat sink base and a heat sink clamp that are coupled together via a fastener to retain a waveguide to the lighting fixture. In particular, the fastener is disposed at an acute angle relative to the respective waveguide. Further, the lighting fixture includes one or more light sources coupled to the heat sink base and oriented such that light emitted by the one or more light sources enters an edge of the waveguide. Furthermore, the lighting fixture includes an end cap that covers an open lateral end of the housing channel. Further, the end cap operates as an alignment bracket to couple the lighting fixture to a second lighting fixture adjacent the open lateral end of the housing channel of the lighting fixture.
US09804306B2	Color filter substrate and display panel including the same A color filter substrate comprises an insulating substrate and a color filter layer including a blue color filter and a green color filter spaced apart from each other on the insulating substrate, wherein the blue color filter includes first metal particles having a first mean diameter, and the green color filter includes second metal particles having a second mean diameter larger than the first mean diameter.
US09804302B2	Liquid crystal lens structure and driving method thereof A liquid crystal lens structure is disclosed, comprising a first substrate and a second substrate each having oppositely arranged sides, a first side and second side. A liquid crystal layer is disposed between the first substrate and the second substrate, in which first side of the first substrate and second side of the second substrate are proximate to the liquid crystal layer. A first transparent conductive layer is disposed between the first substrate and the liquid crystal layer. A second transparent conductive layer is disposed on the second side of the second substrate, in which the second transparent conductive layer comprises a circular opening and a circular electrode in the circular opening. Thus, the invention can provide better response time and improve efficiency of the liquid crystal lens structure.
US09804300B2	Anti-glare film, polarizer, liquid-crystal panel, and image display device An antiglare film, including: a light transmissive substrate; and an antiglare layer that is disposed on a light transmissive substrate and includes a concavo-convex surface, wherein a surface of the antiglare film is a concavo-convex surface; the antiglare film has a total haze value of 0% or more and 5% or less; the antiglare film has an internal haze value of 0% or more and 5% or less; and assuming that a transmission image sharpness of the antiglare film, measured using an optical comb with a width of 0.125 mm, is C (0.125), and that a transmission image sharpness of the antiglare film, measured using an optical comb with a width of 0.25 mm, is C (0.25), an expression (1) and an expression (2) described below are satisfied: C(0.25)−C(0.125)≧2% (1); and C(0.125)≧65% (2).
US09804298B2	Ophthalmic lens material An ophthalmic lens material includes dopamine methacrylamide, a hydrophilic monomer, a cross-linking agent, and a photoinitiator. The dopamine methacrylamide has a mass percentage of about 0.5% to about 10% of a total mass of the ophthalmic lens material. The hydrophilic monomer has a mass percentage of about 88.95% to about 99.494% of a total mass of the ophthalmic lens material. The cross-linking agent has a mass percentage of about 0.001% to about 1% of a total mass of the ophthalmic lens material. The photoinitiator has a mass percentage of about 0.005% to about 0.05% of a total mass of the ophthalmic lens material.
US09804297B2	Material for contact lenses, method for manufacturing contact lenses and contact lenses obtained thereby The invention provides a material for contact lenses, including a first siloxane macromer shown as formula (I): wherein R1, R2 and R3 are independently C1-C4 alkyl groups, R4 is C1-C6 alkyl group, R5 is C1-C3 alkylene group, R6 is —OR7O— or —NH—, R7 and R8 are independently C1-C2 alkylene groups and m is an integer of about 1-2, n is an integer of about 4-80; at least one hydrophilic monomer; a surfactant which is an urethane (meth)acrylate containing poloxamer and an initiator.
US09804288B2	Real-time, limited orientation sensor auto-calibration A system method and computer-readable medium for correcting measurements obtained by a down hole tool for residual measurement errors is disclosed. A down hole tool having at least two directional field sensors is disposed in a borehole. The at least two directional sensors are substantially orthogonal to each other and to a longitudinal axis of the down hole tool. Measurements are obtained from the at least two directional sensors during rotation of the tool by at least 360 degrees around the longitudinal axis of the tool. Residual measurement errors are determined for the obtained measurements, and a quality level of the determined residual measurement errors selected. The determined residual measurement errors are applied to the obtained measurements when the determined residual measurement errors are consistent with the selected quality level. In various embodiments, the residual measurement errors are reduced from a first value that does not match the selected quality level to a second value that are consistent with the selected quality level.
US09804277B2	Radiation detector In a radiation detector, a first segment positioned closest to the other side in a predetermined direction and a second segment positioned closest to the other side in the predetermined direction are optically connected to each other, and the first segments other than the first segment positioned closest to the other side in the predetermined direction and the second segments other than the second segment positioned closest to the other side in the predetermined direction are optically separated from each other.
US09804275B2	Method and system of random-event-based count-rate adaptive normalization for PET detector efficiency A method and apparatus for generating crystal efficiency correction factors by performing a normalization calibration based on delayed data. The method and apparatus obtain delayed data from a scan of a patient using a Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scanner, generate a sinogram from the obtained delayed data, determine, using a processing circuit, mean fan and block line of response sensitivities from the generated sinogram, determine, using the processing circuit, mean detector efficiency based on the determined mean fan and block line of response sensitivities, determine, using the processing circuit, an individual crystal efficiency based on the determined mean fan and block line of response sensitivities and the mean detector efficiency for each module, and calculate the crystal efficiency correction factors based on the determined individual crystal efficiency of each module.
US09804258B2	Surface non-uniformity determination with radio waves Various embodiments that pertain to surface non-uniformity detection through use of radio waves are described. A vehicle can transmit radio waves to an area the vehicle is traveling to, such as a road in front of an automobile. The automobile can receive and process returned radio waves to determine if the road has a non-uniformity, such as a significant pothole or speed bump. If the road has the non-uniformity, then a driver of the automobile can be alerted so the driver can decide if evasive action should be taken and take such action if appropriate.
US09804256B2	Apparatus and method for determining the location of a mobile device using multiple wireless access points A method and an apparatus are provided for determining the location of a mobile device using multiple wireless access points, each wireless access point comprising multiple antennas. The apparatus and method are particularly suited to location of a mobile device in an indoor environment, such as a building. The method includes receiving a communication signal from the mobile device at each of multiple antennas of said multiple wireless access points; for each wireless access point, determining angle-of-arrival information of the received communication signal at the wireless access point, based on a difference in phase of the received signal between different antennas; collecting, from each of the multiple wireless access points, the determined angle-of-arrival information for the received communication signal from the mobile device; and estimating the location of the mobile device from the collected angle-of-arrival information.
US09804252B2	System and method for measuring tracker system accuracy The present invention relates to a simple and effective system and method for measuring camera based tracker system accuracy, especially for a helmet-mounted tracker system, utilizing Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM). The method comprises the steps of; computing spatial relation between tracked object and calibration pattern using CMM; computing relation between reference camera and tracker camera; computing relation between reference camera and calibration pattern; computing ground truth relation between tracker camera and tracked object; obtaining actual tracker system results; comparing these results with the ground truth relations and finding accuracy of the tracker system; recording accuracy results; testing if the accuracy results is a new calculation required. The system comprises; a reference camera; a calibration pattern visible by reference camera; a camera spatial relation computation unit; a relative spatial relation computation unit a memory unit; a spatial relation comparison unit.
US09804248B2	Battery monitoring device Upon receiving a setting signal S1, each of a plurality of monitoring units transmits the first setting signal to the subsequent monitoring unit or a control unit, and in a case when it is not possible to receive the first setting signal, the monitoring unit transmits a second setting signal, which indicates an occurrence of a communication abnormality, to the subsequent monitoring unit or the control unit, and when receiving the second setting signal, it changes the received second setting signal so as to transmit the changed second setting signal to the subsequent monitoring unit or the control unit, while the control unit identifies the occurrence location of a communication abnormality in accordance with second setting signal transmitted from the last monitoring unit.
US09804245B2	Magnetic resonance imaging apparatus and magnetic resonance imaging method An IR pulse is applied to a tag region B that is disposed at the upstream side of the ascending aorta relative to a tag region A at a timing with a second predetermined delay time TD2 (for example, 600 ms) from the application time of an IR pulse to the tag region A to thereby perform tagging. By this tagging, it is possible to suppress the MR signals derived from the substantial portions and the blood within the tag region B. Subsequently, an imaging scan is performed after a predetermined time lapse TIA (for example, 1200 ms) from the application time of the IR pulse to the tag region A or after a predetermined time lapse TIB (for example, 600 ms) from the application time of the IR pulse to the tag region B.
US09804241B2	Method and apparatus for magnetic resonance imaging In a method and apparatus for magnetic resonance imaging, in order to enable improved saturation of magnetic resonance signals during an acquisition sequence, the acquisition sequence includes a readout block set with multiple readout blocks, a readout saturation pulse set with multiple readout saturation pulses, and an intermediate saturation pulse set with one or more intermediate saturation pulses, wherein the readout saturation pulse set is disjoint from the intermediate saturation pulse set, at least one readout block of the readout block set includes a readout saturation pulse of the readout saturation pulse set, and at least one intermediate saturation pulse of the intermediate saturation pulse set takes place between two successive readout blocks of the readout block set.
US09804240B2	Method and device for controlling a magnetic resonance imaging apparatus Starting with a magnetic resonance imaging system control sequence that has a radio-frequency (RF) pulse train to control the RF transmission system and a gradient pulse train, chronologically matching the RF pulse train, to control the gradient system, the gradient pulse train including a predetermined selection gradient pulse chronologically matched to a refocusing pulse of the RF pulse train, the execution capability of the control sequence is initially established using an execution capability criterion, in particular under consideration of a refocusing flip angle of the refocusing pulse. Modification of the refocusing pulse and/or of the selection gradient pulse takes place depending on the establishment of the execution capability of the control sequence.
US09804234B2	Magnetoresistance element with an improved seed layer to promote an improved response to magnetic fields A magnetoresistance element can have a substrate; a ferromagnetic seed layer consisting of a binary alloy of NiFe; and a first nonmagnetic spacer layer disposed under and directly adjacent to the ferromagnetic seed layer and proximate to the substrate, wherein the first nonmagnetic spacer layer is comprised of Ta or Ru. A method fabricating of fabricating a magnetoresistance element can include depositing a seed layer structure over a semiconductor substrate, wherein the depositing the seed layer structure includes depositing at least a ferromagnetic seed layer over the substrate. The method further can further include depositing a free layer structure over the seed layer structure, wherein the depositing the ferromagnetic seed layer comprises depositing the ferromagnetic seed layer in the presence of a motion along a predetermined direction and in the presence of a predetermined magnetic field having the same predetermined direction.
US09804232B2	Protective sleeve structure for proximity sensor A protective sleeve structure for a proximity sensor contains a body made of non-magnetic material, and the body includes a fitting portion arranged on a first end thereof to fit with a sensing end of the proximity sensor. An outer surface of the body is located at a non-sensing area of the proximity sensor. The body also includes a passageway defined on a second end thereof and located at a sensing area of the proximity sensor to pass an inducing element through the passageway, such that the inducing element triggers the proximity sensor. Accordingly, the protective sleeve structure stops metal substances attaching in the sensing area of the proximity sensor by using its body to avoid triggering the proximity sensor unintentionally. Preferably, the protective sleeve structure is simplified greatly and is manufactured easily.
US09804229B2	Voltage measuring apparatus A voltage measuring apparatus is configured to measure voltages of respective battery cells of a battery cell array including a plurality of battery cell groups each including a predetermined number of battery cells connected in series. The voltage measuring apparatus includes a plurality of measuring units each provided for each of the battery cell groups. The adjacent measuring units are connected through a communication channel so as to perform current communication therebetween. A bidirectional diode circuit element is connected to the communication channel extending between the adjacent measuring units.
US09804226B2	Device for actively improved impedance synthesis An impedance control device for tuning a device under test comprising: a first terminal port arranged for connecting a device under test, a second terminal port arranged for connecting a termination, a first signal path for a signal travelling between the first and the second terminal port, first coupling means arranged for picking up a part of the signal travelling in the first signal path, a second signal path arranged for receiving the part of the signal from the first coupling means, said second signal path comprising a correction circuit for adapting as a function of frequency the amplitude and phase of the received part of the signal, second coupling means arranged for coupling back into the first signal path an adapted signal outputted by the correction circuit, and an attenuator and phase shifter for applying attenuation and phase shifting on the signals travelling between the first and the second terminal port.
US09804222B2	Magnetic field sensor with shared path amplifier and analog-to-digital-converter Methods and apparatus for processing a signal comprise at least one circuit configured to generate a measured signal during a measured time period and a reference signal during a reference time period. Also included is at least one dual- or multi-path analog-to-digital converter comprising at least a first processing circuit configured to process the measured signal, at least a second processing circuit configured to process the reference signal, and a third processing circuit configured to process both the measured signal and the reference signal.
US09804221B2	Configurable vertical integration The Configurable Vertical Integration [CVI] invention pertains to methods and apparatus for the enhancement of yields of 3D or stacked integrated circuits and herein referred to as a CVI Integrated Circuit [CVI IC]. The CVI methods require no testing of circuit layer components prior to their fabrication as part of a 3D integrated circuit. The CVI invention uses active circuitry to configure the CVI IC as a means to isolate or prevent the use of defective circuitry. CVI circuit configuration method can be predominately described as a large grain method.
US09804219B2	Testing container A testing container includes a right-parallelepiped-like container, electrical components of a transformer test system which are arranged in the container and which represent a respective heat source during a testing operation, and a cooling system including at least one heat exchanger. In addition, the testing container includes a movement apparatus configured to move the at least one heat exchanger from a transport position within the container into a working position which is located at least partially outside the container. Thus, the at least one heat exchanger is movable by means of the movement apparatus from the transport position within the container into the working position which is located at least partially outside the container.
US09804215B2	Electromagnetic wave detection apparatus The purpose of the present invention is to provide a small electromagnetic wave detection apparatus. This electromagnetic wave detection apparatus has: a planar Luneburg lens, which is covered with metal plates facing each other, and which changes the output direction of electromagnetic waves corresponding to the input direction of the electromagnetic waves; and an electric field sensor electrically connected to the metal plates. The electric field sensor detects the electromagnetic waves outputted from the Luneburg lens, and outputs a detection signal having an intensity corresponding to the direction in which the electromagnetic waves have traveled thereto, and the level of the energy of the electromagnetic waves thus detected.
US09804214B2	Piezo key sensing circuit and method for testing the piezo key sensing circuit A method tests a piezo key sensing circuit having a piezo element and verifies that it is properly functioning. A capacitance of the piezo element is discharged. Then the capacitance of the piezo element is charged during a predetermined time period. An output signal of the piezo element is measured during the predetermined time period resulting in a measured output signal. An operating condition of the piezo key sensing circuit is determined based on the measured output signal.
US09804210B2	Authentication, authorization, and/or accounting of power-consuming devices Systems and methods for authenticating, authorizing, and/or accounting for a power-consuming device to access a power source are described. A power access controller may manage the power source and authenticate and/or authorize the power-consuming device to access the power source based on, for example, a power profile of the power-consuming device. The power profile may indicate categories of devices for the power-consuming device, the manufacturer of the power-consuming device, and/or the device's expected power consumption. Accounting of an amount of power consumed by the power-consuming device may also be performed.
US09804208B2	Power receiving device that determines chargeable power There is provided a power receiving device including a connecting unit that is connected to a power line through which power is transmitted, a determining unit that determines whether transmitted power is chargeable, based on power identification information indicating whether the transmitted power is chargeable power, and a notification control unit that performs notification based on a determination result.
US09804207B1	Internal voltage monitoring for integrated circuit devices An integrated circuit (IC) is located on an IC chip and includes an integrated voltage regulator circuit that provides an internal supply voltage to the IC. A test mode signal can be received from an external pin of the IC chip. In response to the test mode signal, the IC can enter a test mode where the internal supply voltage is provided to components of the IC. Also in the test mode, voltage characteristics of the internal supply voltage are measured to produce an analog held value. The measurements occur in an analog domain and over a plurality of sample-and-hold windows. Upon completion of a measurement window, the analog held is converted to a digital value. The digital value is then stored in a memory circuit. The digital value is provided from the memory circuit to a reader device external to the IC.
US09804204B2	Method of implementation of peak hold in a phasing voltmeter A high voltage phasing voltmeter comprises first and second probes. Each probe comprises an electrode for contacting a high voltage electrical conductor. The electrodes are connected in series with a resistor. A meter comprises a housing enclosing an electrical circuit for measuring true rms voltage. The electrical circuit comprises an input circuit for connection to the first and second probes and developing a scaled voltage representing measured voltage across the electrodes. A converter circuit converts the scaled voltage to a DC signal representing true rms value of the measured voltage. A peak hold circuit is connected to the converter circuit to hold a peak value of the true rms value. A display is connected to the peak hold circuit for displaying the peak value of the true rms value.
US09804203B2	Compensation current sensor arrangement The current sensor arrangement according to the compensation principle has a primary conductor, designed to generate a primary magnetic field dependent on a current to be measured flowing through it, a first secondary winding, designed to generate a first secondary magnetic field dependent on a first compensation current flowing through said winding, a second secondary winding designed to generate a second secondary magnetic field dependent on a second compensation current flowing through said winding, a magnetic field sensor designed to generate a measurement signal that represents a magnetic field detected by it; a magnetic core of soft magnetic material designed and arranged to magnetically interconnect a primary conductor, a first seconding winding, a second secondary winding, and a magnetic field sensor; a first evaluation circuit, downstream from the magnetic field sensor and upstream from the first secondary winding, and a second evaluation circuit, upstream from the second secondary winding.
US09804197B2	Evaluation apparatus and probe position inspection method A probe position inspection apparatus which incorporates a rotatable internal prism is attached to a supporting unit for supporting semiconductor device, thus making it possible to accurately inspect in-plane positions of tips of probes in a short time and also making it possible to adapt the probe position inspection apparatus to a double-sided prober.
US09804189B2	Upper body motion measurement system and upper body motion measurement method An upper body motion measurement system 1 has a plurality of inertia sensor units 2, each of which incorporating an angular velocity sensor 4 and an acceleration sensor 5. The plurality of the inertia sensor units 2 is attached to places that are different from each other on the upper body of a subject P. Based on the detection outputs of the angular velocity sensor 4 and the acceleration sensor 5, the attitude of each of the inertia sensor units 2 is estimated, and the acceleration thereof is further estimated. The angular acceleration of the upper body of the subject P is estimated based on the estimated accelerations of the plurality of the inertia sensor units 2.
US09804187B2	Aerodynamic measurement probe with evacuation of penetrated liquid by gravity An aerodynamic measurement probe intended to measure a local angle of attack of an airstream flowing along the fuselage of an aircraft, comprises a support and a shaft that is able to rotate about a longitudinal axis with respect to the support. The support and the shaft are configured to form between one another a plurality of successive chicanes about the longitudinal axis. Each chicane makes it possible to transport liquid that has penetrated into the chicane: along a first path, under the effect of gravity, towards an evacuation circuit associated with the chicane and formed in the support, and along a second path, and counter to the effect of gravity, towards a successive chicane or towards the shaft. The evacuation circuit of each of the chicanes makes it possible to evacuate liquid out of the support under the effect of gravity moving away from the shaft.
US09804185B2	Application method for automatic micro droplet array screening system with picoliter scale precision This invention is related to high-throughput screening field, in particular to an application method for automatic micro droplet array screening system of picoliter scale precision. According to this invention, the fluid driving system and the capillary are fully filled with fluid of low thermal expansion coefficient as the carrier fluid to thoroughly empty air bubbles in the capillary; after that, immersing the sampling end of capillary into the oil phase that is mutually immiscible with aqueous sample to aspirate a section of oil phase into the capillary for isolation of aqueous sample and carrier fluid; once completed, immersing the sampling end of capillary into the sample/reagent storage tube to aspirate a certain volume of aqueous sample into the capillary; finally, moving the sampling end of capillary to the oil phase above microwells on microwell array chip, and pushing the sample solution in the capillary into microwells to form sample droplet. Quantitative metering of fluid and droplet generation according to this invention are provided with volume precision in picoliter, which can effectively minimize the consumption of sample/reagent, and save the testing cost during high-throughput screening.
US09804184B2	Automated analyzer and method for lifting and lowering rod-like member in automated analyzer An automated analyzer includes a rod-like member 12a, a driving portion 12c, and a control mechanism 30. The driving portion 12c lifts and lowers the rod-like member 12a a direction of being inserted into and removed from the container 24. The control mechanism 30 controls the driving portion 12c so that the rod-like member 12a is lifted after being lowered so that a tip portion of the rod-like member 12a reaches a first position in the liquid L, and at a time when the rod-like member 12a reaches a second position where the tip portion is not separated from the liquid, an upward motion of the rod-like member 12a is stopped for a given period of time to reduce liquid film adhering to the rod-like member.
US09804153B2	Magnetic removal or identification of damaged or compromised cells or cellular structures A method for magnetic cellular manipulation may include contacting a composition with a biological sample to form a mixture. The composition may include a plurality of particles. Each particle in the plurality of particles may include a magnetic substrate. The magnetic substrate may be characterized by a magnetic susceptibility greater than zero. The composition may also include a chargeable silicon-containing compound. The chargeable silicon-containing compound may coat at least a portion of the magnetic substrate. The biological sample may include cells and/or cellular structures. The method may also include applying a magnetic field to the mixture to manipulate the composition.
US09804152B1	Human ex vivo skin model and its use in methods of identifying modulators of skin inflammation Provided are methods and systems for determining functional relationships between ex vivo skin models and an inflammatory skin condition. Also provided are methods and systems for identifying modulators of inflammation of skin, as well as the use of modulators identified by such methods or systems for the preparation of cosmetic compositions, personal care products, or both.
US09804151B2	Compositions comprising human embryonic stem cells and their derivatives, methods of use, and methods of preparation The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition comprising of preparations of human embryonic stem (hES) cells and their derivatives and methods for their transplantation into the human body, wherein transplantation results in the clinical reversal of symptoms, cure, stabilization or arrest of degeneration of a wide variety of presently incurable and terminal medical conditions, diseases and disorders. The invention further relates to novel processes of preparing novel stem cell lines which are free of animal products, feeder cells, growth factors, leukaemia inhibitory factor, supplementary mineral combinations, amino acid supplements, vitamin supplements, fibroblast growth factor, membrane associated steel factor, soluble steel factor and conditioned media. This invention further relates to the isolation, culture, maintenance, expansion, differentiation, storage, and preservation of such stem cells.
US09804147B2	Charging device for biological information measurement device and biological information measurement device charged using same Certain implementations have a main body case having a contact face of a biological information measurement device on its surface, and a first non-contact charging portion composed of a charging coil disposed opposite the contact face with the biological information measurement device inside the main body case. In addition, some may have a controller that is connected to the first non-contact charging portion, and a display section that is connected to the controller. Upon completion of the charging of the biological information measurement device via the first non-contact charging portion, the controller connected to the display section may display on the display section that the biological information measurement device will be incapable of measurement for a specific length of time.
US09804132B2	Linkage assembly for in-line inspection tool An in-line pipeline inspection tool includes a plurality of sensors assemblies distributed about a central body. Each sensor assembly includes a sensor body coupled at the ends thereof to the central body by first and second linkage assemblies. The linkage assemblies include first and second links, the first link coupled by a first pivot to the central body and by a second pivot to the second link. The second link is coupled to the sensor body by a third pivot. As the tool is moved in one direction, the sensor body is urged away from the first linkage assembly, which engages a block that prevents further rotation of about one of the pivots. As the tool is moved in another direction, the block disengages, thereby permitting rotation about all three pivots. The second linkage assembly functions in an identical fashion.
US09804129B2	Apparatus for inspecting a tube An apparatus for inspecting a tubular workpiece may include a probe assembly and a rotation mechanism. The probe assembly may include a transducer array positionable adjacent to an inner surface of the tubular workpiece. The probe assembly may generate transmitted sound waves and may receive reflected sound waves. The rotation mechanism may rotate the probe assembly relative to the tubular workpiece in a manner such that the transducer array passes over the inner surface in a circumferential direction during transmission of the transmitted sound waves.
US09804111B2	Impedance-based measurement device with a two-dimensional array of coils The device for the impedance-based probing of materials described herein comprises a two-dimensional array of coils (1) and a measurement unit (4) adapted to determine, for each coil (1), a parameter indicative of its impedance. A pulse generator (3) is able to generate current pulses in each coil (1). The circuitry drives and senses the coil array through row and column lines (rp1 . . . rpN1, cp1 . . . cpN2, c21 . . . csN2) in order to minimize the number of required components. The device can, in particular, be used for probing concrete.
US09804100B2	Device for spraying a dye penetration inspection liquid into a workpiece A device for spraying a liquid for use in dye penetration inspection into an inner cavity of a workpiece for making a turbine engine part, the device including a workpiece support, a manifold for spraying the inspection liquid into the inner cavity, a manifold for sucking up and discharging the sprayed inspection liquid, and a mechanism for tilting at least a portion of the support from a substantially horizontal position to an inclined position in which the workpiece is inclined so that the inspection liquid sprayed into the cavity flows under gravity to a zone from which it is sucked up.
US09804099B2	Method and device for the detection in particular of refracting defects A method of inspecting containers (3) moving between a linear camera and a light source (7) presents continuous variation of light intensity with a periodic pattern (71) along at least one variation direction (D). According to the method, for each movement increment of the container, a sequence of N successive image lines of the container is acquired cyclically so that for each image line; the container (3) is illuminated by the light source (7); the image line of the container is acquired; and the periodic pattern (71) is shifted for the next line along the variation direction (D). For each increment of the container (3), at least one phase image line is calculated; and the phase image lines (LP(k)) are analyzed.
US09804095B2	Test set for a photometric measuring device, and photometric measuring method for a sample liquid The invention relates to a test set (1) for a photometric measuring device, comprising a mixing container (2) which has a filling opening (3) and comprising a metering container (8) which can be sealingly inserted into the filling opening (3) of the mixing container (2) and which contains a liquid reagent (13) in a closed cavity (9). The cavity (9) has a closure plunger (11), which can be moved axially in the cavity (9), at a first end of the metering container (8), said closure plunger generating a specifiable filling pressure in the reagent (13), and the metering container (8) has a closure membrane (10) at a second metering container and which can be inserted into the mixing container (2). According to the invention, the closure membrane (10) is equipped with a predetermined breaking point (20) which breaks open when the filling pressure is exceeded in a defined manner as a result of an axial movement of the closure plunger (11), said predetermined breaking point (20) of the closure membrane (10) being formed as a linearly extending material taper of the closure membrane (10), wherein the taper is arranged eccentrically in the region of an opening (24) in the base (23) of the substantially cylindrical metering container (8).
US09804093B2	Ultrasensitive SERS flow detector The invention provides an apparatus and methods for label-free, chemical specific detection in flow for high throughput characterization of analytes in applications such as flow injection analysis, electrophoresis, and chromatography. A surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) flow detector capable of ultrasensitive optical detection on the millisecond time scale has been developed. The device employs hydrodynamic focusing to improve SERS detection in a flow channel where a sheath flow confines analyte molecules eluted from a capillary over a planar SERS-active substrate. Increased analyte interactions with the SERS substrate significantly improve detection sensitivity. Raman experiments at different sheath flow rates showed increased sensitivity compared with the modeling predictions, indicating increased adsorption. At low analyte concentrations, rapid analyte desorption is observed, enabling repeated and high-throughput SERS detection. The flow detector offers substantial advantages over conventional SERS-based assays such as minimal sample volumes and high detection efficiency.
US09804092B2	Integrated spectral probe for raman, reflectance and fluorescence spectral measurements Examples of a spectroscopy probe for performing measurements of Raman spectra, reflectance spectra and fluorescence spectra are disclosed. The integrated spectral probe can comprise one or more light sources to provide a white light illumination to generate reflectance spectra, an excitation light to generate an UV/visible fluorescence spectra and a narrow band NIR excitation to induce Raman spectra. The multiple modalities of spectral measurements can be performed within 2 seconds or less. Examples of methods of operating the integrated spectroscopy probe disclosed.
US09804084B2	Optical gas sensor A system includes a sensor body that has a folded optical waveguide configured in a “U” shape, wherein the waveguide is configured to convey infrared energy from one end of the waveguide to the other end of the waveguide.
US09804082B2	Method for automatic performance diagnosis and calibration of a photometric particle analyzer A method is provided for diagnosing the operation of a photometric particle analyzer. The method may determine when the operation is degraded from normal operating conditions, automatically, and the result displayed locally as well as being transmitted to a remote observer. The present invention may be used by optical photometric particle analyzers, or by analyzers that measure other properties of particles collected on filters.
US09804079B2	Dual wavelength isoelectric focusing for determining drug load in antibody drug conjugates Provided herein are IEF focusing methods for determining the number of drug molecules present in at least one antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) species subpopulation. In one embodiment, the method comprises performing free solution isoelectric focusing on a sample comprising at least one ADC species, to obtain a focused sample. The absorbance of the sample at two different wavelengths is then measured, for example, over a range of pI values. Absorbance values at the two different wavelengths are compared at at least one corresponding pI value, where the at least one corresponding pI value is the pI of the ADC subpopulation. The number of drug molecules in the at least one ADC species subpopulation is then determined based on the comparison. The methods provided herein can also be used to determine the number of specific binding pair members bound to its target specific binding pair member.
US09804075B2	Particle sorting apparatus, particle sorting method, and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing program The present disclosure provides a particle sorting apparatus, a particle sorting method, and a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing program that enable sorting object particles to be sorted with high precision, even when the sorting object particles are large. In the particle sorting apparatus, a charging unit that applies charges to at least a part of liquid droplets ejected from an orifice to generate a fluid stream and a charging control unit that adjusts a charge application end time in the charging unit according to sizes of particles included in the liquid droplets are provided.
US09804074B2	Method and system for resistive-type particulate matter sensors Methods and systems are provided for reducing soot sensor electrode degradation in harsh chemical environment introduced as a result of desulfation of a lean NOx trap positioned upstream of the soot sensor. In one example, a method may include in response to the SOx load being higher than the threshold, prior to initiating desulfation of LNT, operating the soot sensor in a pre-desulfation mode where the negative electrode is connected to the positive electrode for a brief duration, while the positive electrode is disconnected from the positive electrode. However during desulfation, when H2S is released as a by-product, both the electrodes may be open, i.e. not connected to the positive electrode or ground, thereby reducing the possibility of sensor degradation.
US09804072B2	High temperature heating system A heating system for use in mechanical testing at scales of microns or less includes a stage heater. The stage heater having a stage plane, and a stage heating element distributed across the stage plane. Two or more support mounts are on opposed sides of the stage plane. A first bridge extends from the stage plane to a first mount of the two or more support mounts, and a second bridge extends from the stage plane to a second mount of the two or more support mounts. The first and second bridges provide a plurality of supports between the stage plane and two or more support mounts to accordingly support the stage plane. In another example, the heating system includes a probe heater configured to heat a probe as part of mechanical testing.
US09804069B2	Methods for degrading nucleic acid Methods for degrading contaminant nucleic acid. The methods use combinations of metal ions and peroxide ions to produce a variety of oxidative species that degrade nucleic acid. Methods of the invention are useful for decontaminating laboratory equipment or solutions. After the equipment or solutions have been decontaminated, the metal ion and peroxide ion solution can be deactivated by raising the temperature to dissociate the peroxide or by binding the metal ions, e.g., with a chelating agent.
US09804061B2	Method and device for testing water droplet shedding ability of aircraft wing A method for testing water droplet shedding ability of a surface of an aircraft wing includes: blowing air toward a surface of a cylindrical member in an airflow direction perpendicular to an axial direction of the cylindrical member, the cylindrical member simulating the wing and having water-related surface characteristics that differ across a predetermined boundary position in a circumferential direction; supplying a water droplet to a portion of the surface of the cylindrical member on a leading edge side with respect to a flow of the air; and capturing an image of the water droplet that moves on the surface of the cylindrical member across the boundary position due to the flow of the air.
US09804057B2	Sealed cable passage for an exhaust-gas sensor A cable passage for sealing and for electrically contacting an exhaust-gas sensor includes: a protective sleeve; and at least one connecting cable which is run out of the protective sleeve on at least one front side of the protective sleeve. At least one cross section of the space existing between the protective sleeve and the at least one connecting cable is filled with a thermoplastically workable fluoropolymer-containing material.
US09804055B2	Engine overspeed detection circuit and method An engine over speed detection circuit for determining an engine over speed condition is described. The circuit includes a detection unit configured to send a pulsed signal indicative of engine speed; a reactive impedance configured to discharge upon receipt of a pulse of the pulsed signal at a rate defined by the pulsed signal; a comparator unit to compare a voltage or current value of the reactive impedance with a threshold value and to output the result of the comparison at the rate of the pulsed signal.
US09804049B2	Pressure detection device and intake pressure measurement apparatus using the same In a pressure detection device which is provided in an intake pressure measurement apparatus, a detection space surrounded by an outer wall portion is formed in a housing, and an inner wall portion is formed integrally in the detection space such that both end portions are connected to the outer wall portion. The inner wall portion has a cylindrical shape, and a sensor storage portion is formed between the inner wall portion and the outer wall portion. In the sensor storage portion, a pressure sensor is disposed in a region with the least influence of thermal stress at a position closer to the inner wall portion than the outer wall portion.
US09804030B2	Method and device for contactlessly determining the temperature of a moving object having an unknown degree of emission A method for contactlessly determining the temperature of a moving object having an unknown degree of emission, especially a metal wire conveyed along its longitudinal axis, is described. The object is guided through at least one radiation source emitting thermal radiation, wherein the object is mostly or completely surrounded by the at least one radiation source. With at least one radiation detector, a spatially-resolved thermal radiation measurement is performed in a region through which the object passes when it is guided through the radiation source. The temperature of the moving object is determined on the basis of the spatially-resolved thermal radiation measurement. A corresponding device is also described.
US09804027B2	Heterogeneous spectroscopic transceiving photonic integrated circuit sensor Described herein are optical sensing devices for photonic integrated circuits (PICs). A PIC may comprise a plurality of waveguides formed in a silicon on insulator (SOI) substrate, and a plurality of heterogeneous lasers, each laser formed from a silicon material of the SOI substrate and to emit an output wavelength comprising an infrared wavelength. Each of these lasers may comprise a resonant cavity included in one of the plurality of waveguides, and a gain material comprising a non-silicon material and adiabatically coupled to the respective waveguide. A light directing element may direct outputs of the plurality of heterogeneous lasers from the PIC towards an object, and one or more detectors may detect light from the plurality of heterogeneous lasers reflected from or transmitted through the object.
US09804025B2	Spectrometry device and image forming apparatus A printer incorporating a spectrometry device includes a spectroscope that includes a light receiving optical system including a light receiver which receives reflected light from a range of measurement in a medium, a distance sensor that detects the distance between the medium and the spectroscope, and a reflecting mirror driver and an optical path adjuster that adjust the optical path of the reflected light which is incident on the light receiving optical system from the range of measurement according to the distance detected by the distance sensor.
US09804024B2	Light measurement and/or control translation for daylighting Systems and methods are disclosed to translate a desired light level at a particular task location to a light level measured by a light sensor at a non-task location such as a wall location or a light switch location. For example, the light measured on the wall may be used to accomplish daylighting energy savings while maintaining a relatively constant illuminance value at the task location. Alternatively or additionally, up/down button presses at the wall location may be used to provide constant or consistent illuminance changes at the task location.
US09804023B2	Glare measuring system A glare measuring system is configured to have an imaging camera which is supported to be rotatable within a horizontal plane, and a processing device which calculates equivalent veiling luminance on the basis of a pickup image of the imaging camera and calculates the value of a glare rating GR on the basis of the equivalent veiling luminance. The imaging camera has a super-wide-angle lens mounted thereon, and picks up an image in a position which is rotated within the horizontal plane by every angle corresponding to the angle of view α of the super-wide-angle. The processing device combines pickup images to generate a composite image in which a glare measurement direction is set to the center of the composite image, calculates equivalent veiling luminance on the basis of the composite image, and calculates the value of the glare rating in the glare measurement direction.
US09804017B2	Method for weighing a vehicle, and measuring system and measuring arrangement therefor A method for determining the weight G of a vehicle (1) while the vehicle is travelling on a section (3) of road (4) uses at least one weigh-in-motion (WIM) sensor (5) that is narrower than the length of the footprint of a wheel in the direction of vehicle travel. When the vehicle (1) travels along this section (3) of road (4) both the wheel loads Fi(t) of all the wheels (2) or twin wheels i, and the speed vi(t) of the vehicle (1) during the entire passing are acquired as time functions, and during evaluation of the data for determining the weight G the speeds vi(t) and their change over time are used as weighting of the simultaneously determined wheel loads Fi(t).
US09804015B2	Liquid level sensing device having a support tube housing a circuit board and a processor to be fillable with liquid The present disclosure relates to an apparatus and method for liquid level detection. The method may include providing a circuit board including a plurality of horizontally mounted emitter/receiver pairs arranged vertically along the circuit board within a liquid containment area. The method may further include determining, using one or more processors associated with the circuit board, if liquid is present between each of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs based upon, at least in part, data received from one or more of the plurality of emitter/receiver pairs.
US09804003B2	Electronic devices with environmental sensors An electronic device may be provided with environmental sensors. Environmental sensors may include one or more environmental sensor components and one or more acoustic components. Acoustic components may include a speaker or a microphone. Environmental sensor components may include a temperature sensor, a pressure sensor, a humidity sensor, a gas sensor, or other sensors or combinations of sensors for sensing attributes of the environment surrounding the device. The environmental sensor may have an enclosure with an opening. The enclosure may be formed from a rigid support structure and a portion of a printed circuit. The opening may be formed in the rigid support structure or the printed circuit. The opening in the enclosure for the environmental sensor may be aligned with an opening in an outer structural member for the device. The outer structural member may be a housing structure or a cover layer for a device display.
US09803988B2	Method and/or system for walking route recommendation Methods and/or systems are provided that may be utilized to recommend a contextual walking route for a number of venues, for example.
US09803986B2	Method and apparatus for determining premises semantics An approach is provided for generating trace data corresponding to one or more mobile devices detected within a premises, where the trace data specifies movement of the mobile device(s) within the premises. A map customizing platform utilizes the user traces to determine accessibility information about areas within the premises using connecting elements of the premises.
US09803982B2	Heading estimation for determining a user's location Technologies for determining a user's location by a mobile computing device include detecting, based on sensed inertial characteristics of the mobile computing device, that a user of the mobile computing device has taken a physical step in a direction. The mobile computing device determines a directional heading of the mobile computing device in the direction and a variation of an orientation of the mobile computing device relative to a previous orientation of the mobile computing device at a previous physical step of the user based on the sensed inertial characteristics. The mobile computing device further applies a Kalman filter to determine a heading of the user based on the determined directional heading of the mobile computing device and the variation of the orientation and determines an estimated location of the user based on the user's determined heading, an estimated step length of the user, and a previous location of the user at the previous physical step.
US09803977B2	Apparatus and method for bridge assembly Apparatus and methods are disclosed that may be integrated into a steel bridge fabrication shop to improve steel bridge fabrication. The apparatus and methods measures aspects of completely fabricated bridge girders and virtually assembles girders in order to design custom splice plates to fit girders together. The apparatus and method further comprises of a noncontact three-dimensional coordinate measurement apparatus and methods that measures aspects of a completely fabricated girder, stores measurements as a permanent record of the girder, and combines these measurements with measurements from other girders to create a virtual assembly for a steel bridge.
US09803972B2	Optical configuration for measurement device A scanning probe is provided for use with a coordinate measuring machine. The scanning probe includes a rotary position detection configuration which outputs X and Y position signals indicative of a rotation of a stylus coupling portion about a rotation center, and an axial position detection configuration which outputs a Z position signal indicative of the position of the stylus coupling portion along the axial direction. The Z position signal is substantially insensitive to motion of the axial detection deflector in at least one direction that is transverse to the axial direction. The X, Y and Z position signals may be processed to determine a 3D position of a contact portion of the stylus, which may include utilizing the Z position signal in combination with known trigonometry of the scanning probe to remove axial motion cross coupling components from the X and Y position signals.
US09803959B2	Reduced weight armor systems and methods of manufacturing the same An armor system configured to be coupled to a frame surrounding a window in a vehicle or other structure, such as a building. The armor system may be configured to provide any desired ballistics protection rating. The armor system includes a ballistics-grade armor panel and at least one insert embedded in the ballistics-grade armor panel. The insert extends around at least a portion of a periphery of the ballistics-grade armor panel. The one or more inserts may be configured to reduce the parasitic weight of the armor system.
US09803945B2	Trigger and hammer for automatic and semi-automatic rifles An automatic or semi-automatic firearm including a trigger having a frame, at least one trigger sear extending from the frame, and a hammer having a hammer pivot axis, a head and at least one hammer sear disposed on a lateral side of the hammer between the hammer pivot axis and the head, wherein the frame includes a pivot axis and the at least one trigger sear includes a trigger sear surface, the at least one trigger sear extending from the frame such that the at least one trigger sear engages a corresponding one of the at least one hammer sear.
US09803941B2	Adjustable gas system for cartridge gas actuated firearms A propellant gas energized firearm has a gas supply passage conducting propellant gas from a gas port of a firearm barrel to an actuating chamber of a bolt carrier and bolt group having an actuating chamber. A gas key member is mounted to the bolt carrier and defines a part of the gas supply passage and has an opening intersecting the gas supply passage. A gas adjustment member is selectively moveable within the gas adjustment opening and has a gas interruption member projecting into the gas supply passage. The gas adjustment member is rotatable within the gas adjustment opening for selectively positioning the gas interruption member within the gas supply passage to selectively control the characteristics of the propellant gas delivery to the actuating chamber of the bolt carrier and bolt group.
US09803939B2	Methods for the formation and shaping of cooling channels, and related articles of manufacture A method to modify the shape of a channel in a metallic substrate is described. The method includes the step of applying at least one metallic coating on selected portions of an interior surface of the channel, so as to alter the heat transfer characteristics of the channel during passage of a coolant fluid therethrough. Related articles that contain the modified channels are also described, such as gas turbine engine components.
US09803934B2	Refrigerant outlet device of a condenser A condenser equipped with a refrigerant outlet configured to receive and store liquid refrigerant during an off-cycle is described. The refrigerant outlet may include an outflow pipe surrounded by a weir. The weir may include a port, through which liquid refrigerant in the weir can be directed to, for example, moving parts of the chiller for lubrication. The outflow pipe may extend vertically relative to the bottom of the condenser. In some embodiments, a first opening of the outflow pipe may be positioned higher than the bottom of the condenser in the vertical direction, while the weir may be positioned lower than the bottom of the condenser. Liquid refrigerant in the condenser can flow to and stay in the weir in an off-cycle. During a subsequent start-up, the liquid refrigerant in the weir can be directly quickly to moving parts of the chiller.
US09803933B2	Cold storage medium container In order to provide a cold storage medium container that can be smoothly and reliably filled with a cold storage medium to thereby increase productivity. In a cold storage medium container 5, a body of the container 5 constituted of a pair of container members 10 and 12, and the body has an inner fin 11 therein and is filled with the cold storage medium through a cold storage medium filling opening 20 at an end of the body therein. Furthermore, in the cold storage medium container, an engagement portion 13 projects toward inside of the body to engage a part of a corrugated end surface at each end of the inner fin 11, to thereby position the inner fin 11 in the body, and a gap is disposed between the end surface at each end of the positioned inner fin 11 and an inner wall of the body.
US09803916B2	Refrigerator A refrigerator includes a rear shelf that is located in a case that defines a storage compartment with an open front. The refrigerator further includes a front shelf that is located closer to the open front of the storage compartment than the rear shelf. The refrigerator further includes a guard that is rotatably connected to the front shelf. The refrigerator further includes a front shelf lifting device that is configured to rotate the front shelf down about an axis at the rear shelf based on the guard moving up.
US09803915B2	Refrigerator A refrigerator includes a movable body that is located in a case that defines a storage compartment. The refrigerator further includes a shelf that is connected to the movable body via a connection member. The refrigerator further includes a guard that is configured to surround an edge of the shelf, that is larger than the shelf, and that includes a protrusion member that protrudes toward the movable body. The movable body includes a guide rail that is configured to guide the protrusion member during sliding.
US09803913B2	Tiered storage system for refrigerator door A tiered storage system for refrigerator door bins is established by providing an insert between opposing side walls of the bin, with the insert including a raised platform arranged spaced from a bottom wall of the bin. The insert is positioned such that the platform extends only part way from a rear wall to a front wall of the bin and maintained in this operational or in-use position by retainer structure acting between the bin and the insert. The insert also includes an upstanding front panel extending upward from a front end portion of the platform, with the upstanding panel extending between the opposing side walls of the bin, to prevent food containers stored on the platform from toppling upon movement of the refrigerator door.
US09803912B2	Condensate evaporator for refrigeration apparatus The condensate evaporator has a pan that is pivotally mounted on a fulcrum defined by two posts to depress the plunger of a switch as condensate collects in the pan. The switch and posts form a three point support for the pan on a flat surface. The switch is actuated by the pivoting of the pan to deliver power to a heater pad for heating the condensate.
US09803906B2	Snow ice maker The present invention relates to a snow ice maker, comprising a coupling shaft (40) assembly wherein refrigerant injection capillary tubes (20) and a refrigerant gas outlet tube (30) are arranged in a main passage (41), and the passage (41) is closed at a welding part (43) as a result of the capillary tubes (20) and a refrigerant gas inlet tube being simultaneously provided. The refrigerant injection capillary tubes (20) comprise ends (22) arranged in proximity to an injecting position inside a cooling drum, and the refrigerant injection capillary tubes (20) are arranged by collecting the refrigerant injection capillary tubes (20) in the passage (41) of the coupling shaft (40); extending the refrigerant injection capillary tubes (20) to the outside of the cooling drum; combining the refrigerant injection capillary tubes (20) at a multiple connection part (21); and directly connecting the refrigerant injection capillary tubes (20) to a refrigerant supply tube (52) of a refrigerant compressor. The refrigerant gas outlet tube (30) is connected to a multiple inlet tube (33) in an ice-making drum, and the refrigerant gas outlet tube (30) is arranged by directly connecting the refrigerant gas outlet tube (30) through the main passage in the coupling shaft (40), from a connection part (31) outside the cooling drum to a gas inlet tube (54) of a condenser. According to the present invention, clean snow ice can be used because supplied water for ice making is frozen in an ice-making drum, edible powder ice can be obtained by cutting the ice layers of the ice-making drum with a cutter, and water for ice making is sterilized by ultraviolet rays. In addition, the ice-making drum can be cleaned and sterilized by heated water and vapor so that ingredients including milk, sugar and juice can be ice-made and variously used in a summer environment of high temperature and humidity.
US09803903B2	Refrigerant recovery/loading manifold A refrigerant recovery/loading manifold for air-conditioning equipment has a manifold body and valves for opening and closing a passage inside the manifold body, the passages including a high-pressure-side passage, a low-pressure-side passage, a recovery-side passage, a vacuum-suction-side passage, a purging passage, and a common passage via which these passages communicate, at least a high-pressure-side valve being provided to the high-pressure-side valve being provided to the high-pressure-side passage, and at least a low-pressure-side valve being provided to the low-pressure-side passage; wherein a high-pressure connection means is provided to the low-pressure-side passage, the high-pressure connection means having a valve mechanism and being able to connect with a high-pressure-side quick joint.
US09803902B2	System for refrigerant charge verification using two condenser coil temperatures A charge-verification system for a circuit including a condenser having an inlet, an outlet, and a coil circuit tube extending between the inlet and the outlet is provided. The charge-verification system may include a first of coil temperature sensor located on the coil circuit tube a first distance from the inlet and a second of coil temperature sensor located on the coil circuit tube a second distance from the inlet. The charge-verification system may also include a controller receiving a first signal from the first temperature sensor indicative of a first temperature and a second signal from the second temperature sensor indicative of a second temperature. The controller may determine which of the first signal and the second signal is closer to an actual saturated condensing temperature of the condenser.
US09803901B2	Vaporizing refrigerant charging tool with visual inspection window Gas vaporizer for flashing liquid to vapor received from a source prior to introduction into a compressor or the like, such as in air conditioning or refrigeration systems. In certain embodiments the vaporize includes an adapter member for connection to a liquid source, a connector member having a plurality of flow passages for facilitating the transfer of heat to fluid present therein to vaporize the same, a body portion providing visual access such as via one or more sight glasses to an internal chamber therein for visual confirmation that liquid has been vaporized, and a hose connecting member for connection to a point of destination such as a compressor. In certain embodiments, the connector has an axial bore containing a high thermal conductive material.
US09803894B2	Dual-stage enthalpy-increasing air-conditioning system A dual-stage enthalpy-increasing air-conditioning system comprises a compressor (1), an outdoor heat exchanger (3), a first throttle component (8) and an indoor heat exchanger (11), wherein the components are connected via pipelines; the system also comprises a flash evaporator (6) and a second throttle component (7); a first connecting port of the flash evaporator (6) is connected with a first connecting port of the first throttle component (8); a second connecting port of the first throttle component (8) is connected with the indoor heat exchanger (11); a second connecting port of the flash evaporator (6) is connected with an air supplementing port of the compressor (1); a third connecting port of the flash evaporator (6) is connected with a first connecting port of the second throttle component (7); a second connecting port of the second throttle component (7) is connected with the outdoor heat exchanger (3).
US09803892B1	Easy-opening solar collector having temperature-responsive mount for polymer absorber A solar collector housing that is opened and closed without tools includes structure for accommodating temperature-related expansion and contraction of a polymer absorber housed within the collector. The housing includes a transparent cover, a frame for holding the transparent cover, and a base. The cover, frame and base collectively define a hollow interior within which the polymer absorber is positioned. A plurality of latches is secured to an exterior of the frame. The frame and base are pivotally connected to one another when the latches are open so that the collector housing can be opened. The housing cannot be opened when the latches are closed. A pair of variable gate closure components are positioned in slots formed in a second end of the collector and enable the polymer absorber to expand and contract without placing stress on the absorber tubes.
US09803891B2	Solar selective coating having high thermal stability and a process for the preparation thereof The present invention describes an improved multilayer solar selective coating useful for solar thermal power generation. Solar selective coating of present invention essentially consists of Ti/Chrome interlayer, two absorber layers (AlTiN and AlTiON) an anti-reflection layer (AlTiO). Coating deposition process uses Ti and Al as the source materials, which are abundantly available and easy to manufacture as sputtering targets for industrial applications. The present invention allows deposition of all the layers in a single sputtering chamber on flat and tubular substrates with high absorptance and low emittance, thus making the process simpler and cost effective. The process of the present invention can be up-scaled easily for deposition on longer tubes with good uniformity and reproducibility. The coating of the present invention also displays improved adhesion, UV stability, corrosion resistance and stability under extreme environments.
US09803890B2	Solar energy system A system comprising a structure (1) defining a volume for containing or receiving a body of water. The system further comprises a solar energy system for heating a body of water. The system comprises a solar radiation receiving unit (2) configured to receive solar radiation and configured to convert said solar radiation into heat energy. The system also comprises a barrier means (3) of varying solar radiation transmittance arranged over said solar radiation receiving unit (2). The barrier means (3) is configured to varyingly control the solar radiation receivable by said solar radiation receiving unit (2).
US09803889B2	Method of and system for flame sensing and diagnostic A method of determining presence of a flame in a furnace of a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. The method comprises determining, using a controller, whether a processor signal (G) is active, responsive to a determination that the processor signal (G) is active, determining, using the controller prior to assertion of a flame-test input control signal, an output state of a first comparator, responsive to a determination that the output state of the first comparator is high, determining, using the controller prior to assertion of the flame-test input control signal, an output state of a second comparator, and responsive to a determination that the output state of the second comparator is low, transmitting, using the controller, a notification that a flame is present.
US09803878B2	Portable air conditioner A portable air conditioner (10) that has a loading chamber (30) substantially separated from a heat-transfer chamber (32) within a housing (20). Heat-transfer cells (40) for holding a phase-changeable, frozen substance such as ice (3), have an open end that is accessible from the loading chamber (30) and have cell housings (42, 44) disposed within the heat-transfer chamber (32). An air-flow mechanism (62) causes air to be drawn in through at least one air-intake opening (60), circulated among the heat-transfer cells (40) and urged outwardly of the unit housing (20) through at least one air-outlet opening (70, 72).
US09803871B2	Heating power control device, heating power control method, and recording medium A terminal includes a storage in which control method information is stored, the control method information indicating a relationship between each of a plurality of heating methods of an ingredient and each of a plurality of corresponding control methods for reducing heating power of a cooking appliance; and a controller that, in a case where the absence of a user of the cooking appliance from a kitchen is detected for a predetermined period of time during execution of one of the plurality of heating methods, determines a first control method corresponding to the one of the plurality of heating methods based on the control method information stored in the storage and then causes the cooking appliance to execute the first control method. The first control method is a method for reducing the heating power used in the one of the plurality of heating methods.
US09803870B2	Method for burning a fuel in a wood stove, a wood stove with a controller; and an air regulator for a wood stove A method for burning a fuel in a wood stove having a door to a combustion chamber with a base, which combustion chamber is isolated from the air by an exhaust and an intake at which intake there is provided an air regulator having at least primary, secondary and tertiary air intake ducts. The stove is controlled by a burn controller configured to operate between the different operating, i.e. different combustion states.
US09803869B2	Gas turbine combustion chamber and method for manufacturing the same The present invention relates to a gas-turbine combustion chamber having a head plate as well as an outer and an inner combustion chamber wall, wherein the combustion chamber is formed by segments or partial segments manufactured in one piece by means of a DLD method and welded to one another.
US09803867B2	Premix pilot nozzle A premix pilot nozzle includes a tip portion having a downstream surface that extends between a downstream end of an inner wall of the tip portion and a downstream end of an outer wall of the tip portion. The downstream end of the inner wall terminates axially upstream from the downstream end of the outer wall. At least a portion of the downstream surface is curvilinear. The tip portion further comprises a plurality of axially extending premix tubes annularly arranged about the tip portion. Each premix tube defines a premix flow passage through the tip portion. Each premix tube also includes an outlet that is axially offset from the downstream surface.
US09803863B2	Controlled-leak combustor grommet A grommet for a combustor of a gas turbine engine is disclosed. The grommet includes a lower platform and a raised platform. The lower platform includes a plurality of top slots located in the top surface and a plurality of bottom slots located in the bottom surface. Each top slot and bottom slot may extend radially along the lower platform. The plurality of top slots may be spaced equidistantly from one another along the circumference of the lower platform. The plurality of bottom slots may be spaced equidistantly from one another along the circumference of the lower platform.
US09803861B2	Heating system and method of operating same A heating system can include a supply piping assembly configured to supply either a first fuel or a second fuel to at least one main burner, a first pilot burner and a second pilot burner. First and second electromagnetic valves can be operatively connected to an electrical power supply and at least one of the thermocouples. The first and second electromagnetic valves can be configured to permit and prevent the fuel from reaching at least one of the first pilot burner, the second pilot burner and the at least one main burner depending upon thermoelectric potential received from the at least one of the thermocouples.
US09803857B2	Apparatus and methods for reducing wood burning apparatus emissions An embodiment is an emissions reduction system for exhaust gases. The emissions reduction system includes a reaction chamber with one or more parallel flow tubes. Each parallel flow tube includes a heating element to heat exhaust gases to oxidize PICs and other pollutants contained in and/or carried by the exhaust gases. The reaction chamber may also include an adjustable bypass for the exhaust gases to variably bypass the parallel flow tubes. The reaction chamber may further include an oxidizing agent injector to improve the oxidation of the PICs and other pollutants in the reaction chamber. The emissions reduction system of an embodiment may further include a catalyst bed in fluid communication with the reaction chamber to further reduce emissions.
US09803852B1	Illuminated headset The illuminated headset is a headphone that is adapted for listening to audio sources, which provide electrical signals, which are converted to audible sound by the speakers in the headphone. The headphone is enhanced with an illumination system. The illumination system comprises a plurality of LEDs and a phosphorescent material. The plurality of LEDs is used to illuminate the cable, the left speaker, and the right speaker. The phosphorescent material is used to form the headband, the left speaker housing, and the right speaker housing. The illuminated headset comprises a headset, a master cable, a jack, a clasp, a left cable, and a right cable.
US09803838B1	Support brackets for lamp sockets A bracket for a luminaire is described. The bracket can include a first portion having at least one first lamp socket connection system coupling feature disposed within a first body of the first portion, where the at least one first lamp socket connection system coupling feature is non-planar with the first body. The bracket can also include a second portion coupled to a proximal end of the body of the first portion, where the second portion includes at least one first housing coupling feature disposed within a second body of the second portion. The at least one first lamp socket connection system coupling feature can be configured to couple to at least one first bracket coupling feature of a socket of the luminaire. The at least one first housing coupling feature can be configured to couple to at least one second bracket coupling feature of a housing of the luminaire.
US09803835B2	System and method of snow and ice removal A system for removing snow and ice is provided. The system has a light head mounted to rotate. A light source is mounted in the light head and radiates visible light. An optical train is mounted in the light head adjacent the light source to focus the visible light to a concentrated light beam line that is directionally focused. A controller is in communication with the light head and is programmed to rotate the light head thereby sweeping the concentrated light beam along a surface.
US09803830B1	Multi-directional lighting with single orientation light source The present disclosure provides a multi-directional light fixture having a single orientation light source. The multi-directional light fixture includes a light source orientated towards a semi-reflective lens. The semi-reflective lens allows a portion of the light it receives from the light source to be reflected upwards, providing uplight from the light fixture. The lens also allows a portion of the light it receives from the light source to be transmitted therethrough, providing downlight from the light fixture. Thus, the light fixture provides both uplight and downlight while the light source is oriented downwards.
US09803829B2	Light distribution lens A lens for light emitting lamps that use light emitting elements such as LEDs, etc., is provided. The lens has a specific surface shape for light-distribution control to achieve desired light distributions, as well as a light emitting device using said lens. On the lens surface of the light emitting side which has a double-peak shape to obtain a light distribution characteristic having long and short two axes, by possessing a straight-line part in the surface shape of the light emitting side viewed on the lens short-axis cross section, a desired smoothly-diffused light distribution having a longitudinal direction with a certain width is obtained. The lens may be designed to have a surface of the light emitting side comprising a collection of straight lines parallel to the lens short-axis cross section, or to have a continuous curved surface comprising a collection of straight lines parallel to the lens short axis.
US09803827B2	Illumination unit, projection display unit, and direct-view display unit An illumination optical system including one or more light sources each including a solid-state light-emitting device and an optical member. The optical member includes an integrator including a first fly-eye lens on which light from the solid-state light-emitting device is incident and a second fly-eye lens on which light from the first fly-eye lens is incident, and uniformizing a luminance distribution of light in a predetermined illumination region illuminated with light incident from the solid-state light-emitting device. A major-axis direction of a luminance distribution shape of light incident on an incident plane of the first fly-eye lens is different from arrangement directions of the cells in the first fly-eye lens.
US09803825B2	Lighting device for a vehicle headlight The invention relates to a lighting device (1) for a vehicle headlight, wherein the lighting device comprises: at least one LED light source (2), at least one light-shaping optics body (3), which is paired with the at least one LED light source (2), and at least one LED light source carrier (4), on which the at least one LED light source (2) is fastened. In accordance with the invention, positioning means (3a, 3b, 3c) for positioning the at least one LED light source carrier (4) are provided on the optics body (3), positioning means (30; 3a) for the subsequent positioning of a heat sink (5) on the optics body (3) are also provided, wherein a fixing element (6) is also provided, which can be fastened to the optics body (3) in such a way that in the fastened state the fixing element (6) presses the heat sink (5) against the LED light source carrier (4), such that this is fixed in its position on the optics body (3).
US09803813B2	Low-profile light fixture integrated with an architectural panel A lighting unit includes an architectural panel having an overall thickness that is measured between a first surface that is configured to be exposed to light output by the lighting unit and a second surface that is opposite the first surface, and a light fixture embedded in the architectural panel. The light fixture includes a solid state light source, an optic, a power supply and a driver circuit that at least partially embedded in the recess of the panel. The light fixture is configured to output light in an output direction extending out away from the first surface of the panel. The light fixture extends from the first surface of the panel in a direction opposite the output direction by a distance that is less than the overall thickness of the architectural panel.
US09803809B2	Stabilized wavelength converting element A wavelength converting member is provided, comprising a wavelength converting layer comprising an organic wavelength converting compound distributed in a matrix comprising an amorphous or semi-crystalline aromatic polyester wherein the aromatic polyester molecules are predominantly in a randomly oriented state, said wavelength converting member further comprising at least one support element. By avoiding uniaxial or biaxial orientation of the polyester matrix, the organic wavelength converting compound (organic phosphor) is well protected against photo-chemical degradation. The support element ensures the dimensional stability of the polyester matrix at temperature above the glass transition temperature.
US09803806B2	Light tube and power supply circuit A replacement light tube for replacing a fluorescent light tube includes a bulb portion extending between a first end and a second end, the bulb portion comprising a support structure, a plurality of white light emitting diodes (LEDs) and an elongate light-transmissive cover. The support structure has a first surface extending between the first end and the second end. The plurality of LEDs are supported by the first surface and arranged between the first end and the second end. The elongate light-transmissive cover extends between the first end and the second end and over the first surface of the support structure. A first end cap and a second end cap are disposed on the first end and the second end, respectively, each configured to fit with a socket for a fluorescent light tube. A power supply circuit is configured to provide power to the plurality of LEDs. The plurality of LEDs are arranged to emit light through the elongate light-transmissive cover and at least a portion of the power supply circuit is packaged inside at least one of the end caps.
US09803796B2	Quartz clip device and manufacturing method thereof and OLED high-temperature oven having same The present invention provides a quartz clip device and a manufacturing method thereof and an OLED high-temperature oven having the quartz clip device. The quartz clip device includes: a base (20), a plurality of quartz posts (30) mounted on the base (20), a quartz bottom board (40) arranged above the base (20), and a plurality of quartz plates (50) arranged above the quartz bottom board (40) and secured to the quartz posts (30). The quartz bottom board (40) includes a plurality of circular holes (42) formed therein to respectively correspond to the quartz posts (30). The circular holes (42) have a diameter that is slightly greater than a diameter of the quartz posts (30). The quartz posts (30) are received through he circular holes (42) and fastening members (60) are provided under the circular holes (42) to have the quartz bottom board (40) supported on the quartz posts (30). Slightly enlarging the diameter of the circular holes of the quartz bottom board ensures slight tipping of the quartz posts does not result in contact with the quartz bottom board so as to prevent cracking of the quartz bottom board from being caused by the contacts and affecting the production.
US09803795B2	Telescoping rail mounting assembly and multiple display mount system A multiple display mount system that offers easy and efficient, independent lateral and vertical adjustment of each individual display. The system includes a base, a vertical member extending upwardly from the base, and a pair of arms extending laterally outward on opposing sides of the vertical member. A pair of display interfaces is operably coupled to a separate one of the arms. Each of the display interfaces can enable the electronic display received thereon to be tilted about a generally horizontal tilt axis extending through the electronic display, and/or enable the electronic display received thereon to be pivoted about a generally vertical axis extending through the electronic display. The arms may be pivotally connected to the vertical member to enable positioning of the displays, and the displays may be separately vertically positionable relative to the vertical member.
US09803792B2	System and method of sealing process leaks A system and method of sealing leaks in process piping and equipment without process shutdown by providing a clamp having a cavity surrounding a leaking structure, sealant equipment comprising an injection gun to inject a sealant into the clamp cavity, means for pressuring moldable sealant from the gun into the clamp cavity in a staged manner beginning at a point away from the leak site. The preferred sealant comprises a moldable nitrile rubber delayed curing (vulcanizing) formulation or composition molded into shapes for insertion into an injection gun.
US09803780B2	Sealing panel for cooling appliance coil cleaning A planar sealing panel member for cleaning the condenser coils of a cooling appliance. This member has at least one hole in its surface to accommodate a hose supplying compressed air. It also has affixation means on its surface so as to hold the sealing panel against the cooling appliance adjacent the opening(s) holding the condenser coils to form a substantially sealed enclosure along with the appliance structure within which the coils reside when cleaned using compressed air.
US09803775B2	Double action float valve The double action float valve is connected to a single pipe and a tank and controls both the filling and discharge of the tank. The double action float valve utilizes a valve body, an obturator positioned within the valve body, a unidirectional device, and a float connected to the obturator. When the inflow pressure from the pipe is greater than the outflow pressure of the tank, the tank is filled until the float reaches a predetermined level. When the outflow pressure of the tank is greater than the inflow pressure, the double action float valve is automatically reconfigured to discharge the fluid from the tank into the pipe.
US09803771B2	Latch device A latch device (12) for a hydraulic valve (10) is proposed. The latch device (12) comprises a housing (22) and a latch shaft (26), which is supported such that it can move in the housing (22). In order to create a latch device (12), independent of the hydraulic provisioning, the provision of at least one magnetizable ring beam arrangement (38), which is supported on the latch shaft (26), and an electric solenoid arrangement (40), located on the housing (22) around the ring beam arrangement (38) is also proposed, wherein by the supply of current to the solenoid arrangement (40), a positioning force can be produced on the ring beam arrangement (38). Furthermore, a hydraulic valve (10) with the corresponding latch device (12) and a hydraulic arrangement (92) for such a valve (10) are also proposed.
US09803768B2	Cryogenic valve A cryogenic valve includes a first port and a second port, a valve body, a valve stem, a sealing member, a valve element and a housing. The valve body includes a valve seat defining a fluid orifice in fluid communication with the first port. The valve stem is configured to engage with the valve body, wherein at least one of the valve stem and valve body form an inner valve cavity. The valve element is positioned within the inner valve cavity. The valve element is also configured to bias the sealing member against the orifice to substantially block flow through the orifice and the first port. The bias is controlled in response to control of the valve element by a valve actuator. A channel is configured to allow fluid flow through at least one of the valve stem and valve element along a longitudinal axis. A housing is configured to substantially seal and enclose at least a portion of the valve body and valve stem. The housing forms an inner housing cavity configured to thermally isolate the exterior of the valve body and valve stem from the housing.
US09803761B1	Flapper check valve bumper A check valve includes a housing, a flap, a hinge, at least one post, and at least one tubular bumper. The hinge allows the flap to rotate relative to the housing between a fully open position and a closed position. The at least one post is disposed at or near the periphery of the housing supporting the hinge and extending axially relative to the housing from the housing. The at least one tubular bumper is movable with the flap and configured to contact the at least one post when the flap pivots to the fully open position.
US09803759B2	Disc valve A disc valve, in particular a multi-way control valve, is provided which has a housing that has an inlet connection and an outlet connection as connections for a liquid and/or gaseous medium. The connections end in respectively different chambers of the housing, at least one valve disc, in particular a ceramic valve disc, which is provided with at least one first through-flow opening and is arranged rotatably mounted in the housing in order to fluidically connect and separate from each other the different chambers depending on its rotational position by means of the through-flow opening, and a control shaft, which is connected torque-proof to the valve disc in the housing. The disc valve is characterized in that the control shaft or the valve disc has a radial projection, and the housing has at least one rotation stop, which is located in the movement path of the radial projection.
US09803750B2	Electric bike powertrain with compound planetary A number of variations may include an electric cycle powertrain comprising: a motor comprising a rotor and a stator; a crankshaft operatively connected to a first and second pedal assembly; a stepped pinion planetary gear set comprising a sun gear, at least one stepped pinion gear having a first and second pinion operatively attached to each other, wherein the first pinion is operatively connected to the sun gear and rotates within a grounded first ring gear and the second pinion rotates within a second ring gear; wherein the sun gear is further operatively connected to the rotor; wherein the second ring gear is operatively connected to the crankshaft and the first and second pedal assembly; wherein the first and second pinions are operatively connected to a carrier; wherein the second ring gear is operatively connected to the chain; and a torque measuring device operatively connected to the crankshaft.
US09803740B2	Pump for a torque transfer mechanism A torque transfer mechanism for a vehicle, including a housing and a pump disposed therein. The housing includes an exterior surface, an interior surface, and an interior compartment. The interior surface of the housing includes at least one pocket formed therein with the at least one pocket having a plurality of pocket surfaces, which define an interior area. The pump includes a pump portion and a pump housing. The pump housing includes at least one projecting tab extending outwardly therefrom. The at least one projecting tab disposed within the at least one pocket to secure the pump within the transfer case housing. The at least one projecting tab has a pump crown disposed thereover, with the pump crown engaging each of the plurality of pocket surfaces and substantially filling out the interior area.
US09803738B2	Laminated sprocket assembly A laminated sprocket assembly is provided formed of a plurality of layers that are connected together. Each of the layers is a stamped sheet metal layer having a plurality of spaced apart teeth located around a periphery thereof. The teeth in the plurality of connected layers are aligned. At least one of voids, channels, openings, or recesses are located in or between at least some of the layers for receiving and holding lubricating oil. This reduces noise and wear.
US09803726B2	Quick release automatic tensioning motor base and wear indicator A quick-release automatic tensioning motor base for supporting a motor. The motor is operably coupled to a device to be driven via a drive belt. The motor base includes at least two base brackets and at least one guide rail fixedly coupled between the base brackets. A platform assembly, which supports the motor, is slidably coupled to the guide rail for movement there along. A spring assembly is selectively coupled between the base brackets and fixedly coupled to the platform assembly. The spring assembly applies a biasing force to the platform assembly to maintain a belt tension along the drive belt. A quick-release assembly selectively engages the spring assembly and the at least two base brackets to permit movement of the quick-release assembly between a first position to retain the spring assembly and a second position to release the spring assembly to permit movement of the platform assembly.
US09803725B2	Multi-speed transmission A multiple speed transmission includes an input member, an output member, a plurality of planetary gearsets, a plurality of interconnecting members and a plurality of torque-transmitting mechanisms. Each of the plurality of planetary gearsets includes a sun gear, a ring gear, and a carrier member with pinion gears. The input member is continuously interconnected with at least one member of one of the plurality of planetary gear sets, and the output member is continuously interconnected with another member of one of the plurality of planetary gear sets. At least eight forward speeds and one reverse speed are achieved by the selective engagement of the plurality of torque-transmitting mechanisms.
US09803715B1	Safety strap apparatus to protect a super single truck rim from damage during a tire blowout A safety strap apparatus for use with a vehicle's super single tire to protect a rim of the tire from damage during a tire blowout is provided. The super single tire and rim are coupled to an axle mechanically coupled to a frame of the vehicle by a shock absorber. The safety strap apparatus includes a strap assembly having a first elongated strap coupled to a second elongated strap, the strap assembly having a left end portion having an overlapped portion with end portions of the first and second elongated straps and a right end portion including another end portion of the first elongated strap, the left and right end portions being coupled together to create a loop. The loop is disposed around top and bottom portions of the shock absorber. Tension in the strap assembly supports the rim above the ground during the tire blowout.
US09803711B2	Disk brake and production method for a disk brake A method for manufacturing a disc brake, the disc brake having a brake caliper and a brake actuation mechanism being supported in it, in which the brake actuation mechanism includes an amplification mechanism for introducing a clamping force, an adjustment device for compensation of lining wear with a torque clutch, a thrust element for transmitting the clamping force onto a brake disc and a reset device, which components are arranged around a rod, in which the torque clutch is formed as a roller-ramp-mechanism. A spring force can act onto the torque clutch by means of the reset device thereby forming a torque limit.
US09803704B1	System and method for controlling vehicle components during a power downshift A transmission for a vehicle having a prime mover with an output shaft. The transmission includes an offgoing clutch that is selectively connected to the output shaft, and a controller in communication with the prime mover. The controller includes an offgoing clutch control module that determines an offgoing clutch torque profile at the start of a torque phase in a power downshift that does not exceed a predetermined offgoing clutch energy threshold and a torque request module that limits a rate of input torque into the transmission from the prime mover based upon the determined offgoing clutch torque profile.
US09803701B2	Drive assembly including a damper and clutch plate subassembly and method of forming drive assemblies A drive assembly for a motor vehicle clutch is provided. The drive assembly includes a damper including a plurality of springs, a first cover plate and second cover plate. The first and second cover plates support the springs therebetween and the second cover plate includes an outer portion extending radially outside of the first cover plate. The drive assembly further includes a subassembly including at least one clutch facing and at least one support segment supporting the at least one clutch facing. The at least one support segment includes an outer radial portion fixed to the at least one clutch facing and an inner radial portion connected to the outer portion of the second cover plate to connect the subassembly to the damper.
US09803692B2	Bearing for wind turbine A bearing has a circular element normally fixed with respect to ground. The circular element associated with the ground element is permitted to idle in rotation, so as to distribute wear around the circumference thereof. Various means of controlling and causing idle rotation are disclosed. Rolling elements are preferably provided between inner and outer races of a bearing assembly.
US09803691B2	Rotating electrical machine having improved bearing lubrication and associated methods A rotating electrical machine includes an outer housing; a drive shaft rotatably mounted within the outer housing; a bearing supporting the drive shaft relative to the outer housing, wherein the outer housing includes a support surface confronting the bearing and the bearing includes a bearing surface confronting the support surface, and further wherein a region defined between the support surface and the bearing surface has a lubrication layer; and a lubrication flow path configured to direct a lubricant to the bearing, wherein the lubrication flow path is in fluid communication with the region between the support surface and the bearing surface so as to replenish the lubrication layer. A method of lubricating a bearing for a rotating electrical machine is also disclosed. The rotating electrical machine may be a generator for a wind turbine.
US09803684B2	Split ball sleeve A rolling element shaft assembly includes a solid shaft having a first end and a second end, a tubular shaft configured to receive the shaft first end, and a bearing sleeve coupled to the solid shaft. The bearing sleeve includes a first portion defining a first edge, a second edge, and at least one first bearing aperture, and a second portion defining a third edge, a fourth edge, and at least one second bearing aperture. The first portion is configured to couple to the second portion about the solid shaft. The bearing sleeve further includes at least one first bearing disposed within the at least one first bearing aperture and at least one second bearing disposed within the at least one second bearing aperture.
US09803682B1	Suction cup device A suction cup device includes a suction cup having a plug hole, a plug member movably disposed in the plug hole, a positioning seat connected to the suction cup, a pressing member movably inserted into the positioning seat, an air storage space defined by the positioning seat, the pressing member and the suction cup, and an air vent channel communicating the air storage space with an ambient environment. A manual air vent valve is disposed on and is movable along with said pressing member to switch the air vent channel between closed and open states, where the air storage space is sealed and air in the air storage space is released to the ambient environment through the air vent channel, respectively.
US09803680B2	Releasable vacuum holding device The invention relates to a releasable holding device (1) for attaching objects to a contact surface (8), with a vacuum chamber (7), which is open towards the contact surface (8) and in which, after application to the contact surface (8) by means of a suction device (20) generating a vacuum, a vacuum can be generated, the vacuum drawing the holding device (1) onto the contact surface (8) with the use of an elastic seal (13) which is provided towards the contact surface (8) and, in the event of a vacuum, brings about the adhesive connection to the contact surface (8), wherein the elastic seal (13) consists of at least one encircling seal which is U-shaped in profile and the limbs (15) of which engage over an encircling press-on web (11) of the holding body (2) and the foot surface (14) of which is firmly pressed in order to form the vacuum chamber (7) and the seal between web front edge (11b) and contact surface (8). Suction device and holding device are of two-part design.
US09803673B2	Constructive disposal applied in mechanical expansion fixer for metal structures or the like “CONSTRUCTIVE DISPOSAL APPLIED IN MECHANICAL EXPANSION FIXER FOR METAL STRUCTURES OR THE LIKE”, which comprises a kit of pieces which form the mechanical expansion fixer (1), it has a hexagonal head (2) and a cylindrical body (3) endowed with full thread (4), has flat washer (5) and a jacket (6) in low-carbon steel; also on the head of the jacket (6) has a hexagonal (7) to ensure that the jacket does not rotate during mounting and tightening, which provides a wide contact area option to use the key that holds the fixer (A and B) in this way, it is not necessary to position it in the hole in a specific way, ensuring agility in the application; cone guided (8) is pre-assembled with the assembly being threaded in the thread base of the fixer (1), there is a unique locking system of guides (9), these guides fit into the openings or slots of jacket (10) and prevent the cone to rotate false in the jacket (6), as the head of the hexagon socket (7) when locked with a fixed key or star prevents this condition, this also applies in situations in which the level of friction between the fixer (1) and the base material is reduced, so there is a strong and rigid fixation between the metallic hollow profiles (11) and the fixer (1).
US09803668B2	Panel-insert assembly A panel-insert assembly including a panel and an insert, wherein the panel includes a core and a face sheet positioned over the core, wherein the face sheet defines an opening therein, and wherein the insert is positioned below the face sheet and includes a thread member engaged with the panel, the thread member extending in a first circumferential direction about the vertical axis.
US09803666B2	Piezoelectric actuators optimized for synthetic jet actuators A synthetic jet actuator and a method for optimizing a synthetic jet actuator to meet operating requirements and physical constraints may include estimating dimension and a resonance frequency of an air cavity of the synthetic jet actuator, and using the estimated resonance frequency to the estimate dimensions of a piezoelectric actuator of the synthetic jet actuator. Individual simulations of the air cavity and piezoelectric actuator, and a coupled simulation may be performed using the estimated dimensions, and the dimensions may be revised and simulations re-executed to match the resonance frequencies of the air chamber and the piezoelectric actuator. The method maybe yield a synthetic jet actuator having a resonance frequency of the piezoelectric actuator that is approximately equal to a quarter-wavelength resonance frequency of the air cavity.
US09803663B2	Telescoping fluid porting tube Provided is an electro-hydraulic control system (10) for controlling the movement of a third structure (18) of an engine using a power actuator (26) mountable to the third structure (18), a telescoping fluid porting tube (24) for porting a fluid to the power actuator (26) and a control valve (22) for controlling the flow of movement to effect the movement of the third structure (18). In this way, the third structure (18), such as a nozzle slat of an engine, may be moved via a compact and lightweight electro-hydraulic system.
US09803659B2	Clipping module drive device The present invention relates to a drive device and a method for reversibly linearly moving a clipping module of a clipping machine. The drive device comprises a piston/cylinder assembly including a first piston and a housing including a first cylinder portion in which the first piston is arranged, the housing is reversibly movable relative to the first piston, a second piston coaxially aligned to the first piston, and a third piston coaxially aligned to the first piston. The drive device further comprises four variable cylinder volumes, a first cylinder volume between the first piston and the first cylinder portion, a second cylinder volume, a third cylinder volume, and a fourth cylinder volume, wherein each cylinder volume is coupled to a pressure source for being varied in order to reversibly move the clipping module, between a release position and a discharge position of the clipping machine.
US09803646B2	Fan with limiting-position device A fan of the present disclosure includes a housing, an air guiding device, and a fan blade, where the an guiding device and the fan blade are arranged in the housing, and the an guiding device is used to guide air. The air guiding device includes a fixed ring. A limiting-position device is arranged in the fan, and is structured and arranged to limit and fix the air guiding device, which makes the air guiding device not shake and firmly fixes the air guiding device in the housing of the fan, further makes the air guiding device maintain a normal working state.
US09803639B2	Sectional sealing system for rotary screw compressor A sectional sealing system for water-spray type screw rotor compressor that is configured to prevent the intermixing of coolant and working fluid from a compression chamber with lubricant used to lubricate at least a bearing system of a rotor. The sealing system may include suction side and discharge side sealing portions that are positioned about first and second shafts, respectively, of the rotor. The suction side sealing portion may include a first seal, a first labyrinth seal, and a second labyrinth seal, the first seal being in proximity to a suction side of the compression chamber. The discharge side sealing portion may include a plurality of first seals, a second seal, a first labyrinth seal, and a second labyrinth seal, the plurality of first seals of the discharge side sealing portion being in proximity to a discharge side of the compression chamber.
US09803631B2	Box lubrication pump A box lubricator that includes a pump with a piston housing and piston. The piston housing extends from a first end to a second end, and includes a bore extending through the piston housing from the first end of the piston housing to the second end of the piston housing. The piston housing also includes a recess disposed at the second end of the piston housing, the recess being concentric with the bore and comprising a diameter larger than a diameter of the bore. The piston is disposed inside the bore of the piston housing. At least one elastomeric seal is disposed inside the recess of the piston housing and around the piston. In some embodiments, a ball and socket joint connects the piston to the rocker arm assembly. In some embodiments, a fluid passage and a check valve are disposed inside the piston.
US09803629B2	Variable displacement swash plate compressor A variable displacement swash compressor includes a housing, a drive shaft, a swash plate, a link mechanism, pistons, a conversion mechanism, an actuator, and a control mechanism. The housing includes a suction chamber, a discharge chamber, a swash plate chamber, and cylinder bores. The control mechanism controls the actuator. The actuator includes a partitioning body, a movable body, and a control pressure chamber. At least one of the suction chamber and the swash plate chamber is a low pressure chamber. The control mechanism includes a control passage, which connects the control pressure chamber, the low pressure chamber, and the discharge chamber, and a control valve, which adjusts the open degree of the control passage. The control passage is partially formed in the drive shaft. The movable body increases the inclination angle of the swash plate when the pressure of the control pressure chamber increases.
US09803626B1	Thermosiphoning supercritical CO2 in geothermal energy production Methods for thermalsiphoning supercritical CO2 within a geothermal formation includes providing a geothermal energy system that includes an underground hot rock reservoir, a production well, and an injection well that together form a fluid path suitable for circulating supercritical CO2. The supercritical CO2 flows by thermosiphoning. Thermosiphoning is maximized by maintaining a pressure between 1400-4000 psia, an injection temperature in a range from 50-200 C and a production temperature in a range from 150-600 where injection temperature and the production temperature differ by at least 50° C.
US09803615B2	System for collecting energy from a moving mass A system is provided comprising a tunnel for immersion in a moving mass. Energy from the mass passing through said tunnel converts to rotational force. An energy collector is provided having open and collapsed states, the open state resisting the mass. Bidirectional converter systems convert said rotational force to constant singular direction. A mechanical converter comprises an input shaft turned bidirectionally by said rotational force and two gears driven by the input shaft in opposite rotational directions, the gears separately attached to idler gears causing output gears attached to the idler gears to engage an output shaft in a same rotational direction. A hydraulic converter comprises a hydraulic pump turned bidirectionally by said rotational force. Check valves positioned between the pump and a hydraulic motor enable control of pressure and volume in one direction at the pump.
US09803613B2	Mounting in hub for blades of a hydro turbine A hydro turbine assembly includes a hub configured to rotate about a center axis and configured to be mounted in a water passage. The hub includes an upstream end, a downstream end and an outer surface between the upstream and downstream ends. The hub includes at least three mounting recesses arranged in the outer surface wherein each mounting recess includes a first hub mounting surface and a second hub mounting surface, and the second hub mounting surface is downstream and radially inward of the first hub mounting surface. The assembly includes at least three runner blades each including a base configured to seat in a respective one of the mounting recesses, wherein the base includes a first blade mounting surface arranged to abut the first hub mounting surface and a second blade mounting surface arranged to abut the second hub mounting surface.
US09803604B2	Mounting tool with plurality of ring band portions with concave portions and notches for clamping an injector In a mounting tool for mounting an injector on a cylinder head of an engine by being engaged with the injector connected to a fuel pipe, and urging the injector toward the cylinder head, a first band portion has a ring shape so as to surround an outer circumference of the injector, and is disconnected in a circumferential direction by a slit. A second band portion has a ring shape so as to surround the outer circumference of the injector, is disconnected in the circumferential direction by a slit, and is arranged adjacent to the first band portion in an axial direction. Plural elastic band portions connect the first band portion and the second band portion in the axial direction. The mounting tool is made of a single metallic plate.
US09803592B2	Fuel vapor blocking valve control Methods and systems for controlling and reducing current consumption of a vapor blocking valve are disclosed. In one example, current supplied to the vapor blocking valve is adjusted proportionately to fuel tank pressure to compensate for fuel tank pressure acting on the vapor blocking valve. Vapor blocking valve current is adjusted to reduce current consumption.
US09803588B2	Device for burning off propellants or explosive substances The invention relates to a device for burning off propellants or explosive substances, which has an activation temperature that lies below the spontaneous ignition temperature of the propellant or explosive substance. The device (1) comprises at least two substances (5, 6) reacting exothermically with one another, wherein at least one first substance (5) is present in a liquid aggregate state below the activation temperature of the device and is separated from at least one second substance (6) by at least one pressure-tight barrier (7).
US09803577B2	Method and apparatus for controlling internal combustion engine In automatic stopping of the internal combustion engine, an electronic control unit controls a heater so that an element temperature of the air-fuel ratio sensor becomes a first temperature. The first temperature is a temperature that is below an activation temperature range in which the air-fuel ratio sensor is activated, and is also below a desorption temperature range in which HC components adsorbed on the air-fuel ratio sensor desorb therefrom. In a case where, after the element temperature of the air-fuel ratio sensor becomes the first temperature, it is estimated that the amount of HC components adsorbed on the air-fuel ratio sensor increases to exceed a first predetermined amount, the electronic control unit controls the heater so that the element temperature of the air-fuel ratio sensor becomes a second temperature. The second temperature is a temperature included in the desorption temperature range.
US09803575B2	Method for operating an internal combustion engine A method for operating an internal combustion engine having a motor and an exhaust gas aftertreatment system having an exhaust gas aftertreatment component, wherein exhaust gas formed in the motor during combustion of fuel is guided via the exhaust gas aftertreatment system for cleaning, includes: determining an exhaust gas actual value that depends upon an actual value of a nitrogen dioxide fraction in the exhaust gas upstream of the exhaust gas aftertreatment component; and changing at least one operating parameter for the motor such that the actual value of the nitrogen dioxide fraction is brought closer to a corresponding reference value for the nitrogen dioxide fraction.
US09803556B2	Drive gearbox on a turbomachine, consisting of a drive train with gear lines extending into non-parallel planes A gearbox to be mounted on a turbomachine and driven by a radial drive shaft of the latter. The gearbox has a three-dimensional or sinuous shape, which can house a large quantity of equipment to be driven, without occupying a large amount of space in any dimension, since the gearbox remains close to the turbomachine and the equipment can be distributed over a large surface. The drive train of gears successively extends into several non-parallel planes and comprises an axial branch on the turbomachine and a branch forming an arc of circle around the turbomachine.
US09803555B2	Fuel delivery system with moveably attached fuel tube A fuel delivery system for a gas turbine combustor is provided. The fuel delivery system includes a fuel tube and an attachment assembly. The fuel tube extends from a downstream injector (e.g., a late lean injector) towards a mounting ring of the combustor and is moveably attached to the mounting ring using the attachment assembly. Accordingly, the exemplary fuel delivery system may provide fuel to a downstream injector while accommodating a thermal expansion or contraction of the fuel tube along an axial direction of the combustor.
US09803545B1	Engine coolant forward flushing apparatus and method An apparatus and method used to maintain an engine coolant system and related components, which may be easily and quickly connected to multiple configurations and sizes, whereby an engine forward flushing can be accomplished.
US09803541B2	Internal combustion engine An internal combustion engine includes a first low-pressure cylinder housing a first low-pressure piston, and a first high-pressure cylinder housing a first high-pressure piston, the first high-pressure cylinder being arranged in upstream fluid communication with the first low-pressure cylinder for providing exhaust gas into the first low-pressure cylinder. The internal combustion engine further includes a second low-pressure cylinder housing a second low-pressure piston, the second low-pressure cylinder being arranged in upstream fluid communication with the first high-pressure cylinder for providing compressed gas into the first high-pressure cylinder, and a second high-pressure cylinder housing a second high-pressure piston, the second high-pressure cylinder being arranged in downstream fluid communication with the first low-pressure cylinder for receiving compressed gas from the first low-pressure cylinder, and further arranged in upstream fluid communication with the second low-pressure cylinder for providing exhaust gas into the second low-pressure cylinder.
US09803539B2	Internal-combustion engine An internal-combustion engine includes a cylinder, a piston, a spark plug, and a fuel injection valve. The piston includes a top surface and a cavity provided in the top surface. The cavity includes a bottom surface, a vertical wall, a first sidewall, and a second sidewall. The fuel injection valve includes a plurality of injection ports from which a plurality of fuel mists are to be obliquely injected toward the top surface of the piston in respectively different directions at a predetermined crank angle in a compression stroke. The cavity extends from a position close to a center of the piston toward the fuel injection valve when viewed from above the top surface of the piston. The first and second sidewalls extend toward the fuel injection valve when viewed from above the top surface of the piston.
US09803537B2	Turbo vortex piston A piston for use in 4 Cycle reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines. The one embodiment includes a multifunctional Engraving or Imprint that is machined into the crown of the piston. This “Imprint” consists of concentric circles of metal removed in a machining process resulting in the compartments of the functional areas within the crown of the piston connected by either the height and or cross drillings within the Imprint. The functional result is to create low and high pressure zones within the crown of the piston as it proceeds upward on the compression stroke facilitating the creation of an active moving rotational swirl in the outer 25% on the top surface area of the piston circumference. The active swirl pattern results in ultimate homogenization of the air fuel mixture leaving no area of the combustion chamber with weak or separated air and fuel molecules resulting in enhanced power and complete combustion.
US09803527B2	Method for cold-start pre-warming of a pressure-charged internal combustion engine and/or of an exhaust gas aftertreatment device A method for cold start pre-warming of a pressure-charged internal combustion engine and/or of an exhaust gas aftertreatment device of a internal combustion engine, includes arranging a cold-starting aid in the intake duct for warming the charge air while the engine is stationary. The internal combustion engine has at least one working cylinder with at least one inlet valve and at least one outlet valve and further includes a device for setting a valve position. The internal combustion engine can be pressure-charged by a pressure-charging device operable by an electric motor. In the method, after detection of a cold start of the internal combustion engine: the cold-starting aid is activated while the engine is stationary; electric-motor operation of the pressure-charging device is activated; and a valve overlap between at least one inlet valve and at least one outlet valve is set.
US09803525B2	Exhaust purification device and method of calculating NOx mass adsorbed in lean NOx trap of exhaust purification device A method of calculating a nitrogen oxide (NOx) mass adsorbed in a lean NOx trap (LNT) of an exhaust purification device includes calculating a NOx mass flow stored in the LNT, calculating a NOx mass flow thermally released from the LNT, calculating a NOx mass flow released from the LNT at the rich air/fuel ratio, calculating a NOx mass flow chemically reacting with the reductant at the LNT, and integrating a value obtained by subtracting the NOx mass flow thermally released from the LNT, the NOx mass flow released from the LNT at the rich air/fuel ratio, and the NOx mass flow chemically reacting with the reductant at the LNT from the NOx mass flow stored in the LNT.
US09803524B2	Methods and systems for increasing particulate matter deposition in an exhaust particulate matter sensor Methods are described for increasing the sensitivity of particulate matter detection in an exhaust system of a vehicle. An example particulate matter sensor assembly comprises a pair of planar interdigitated electrode structures held at a voltage bias with respect to each other. An alternate embodiment may comprise a planar interdigitated electrode pair, and a conducting plate assembly again held at a voltage bias with respect to the planar interdigitated electrode pair. The bias may overlay an additional electric field drive, which improves the capture of soot particles on the sensor assembly surface thereby increasing sensitivity of particulate matter sensors.
US09803523B2	Process for axial skinning apparatus A process for operating an axial skinning apparatus for continuous manufacture of skinned ceramic honeycomb parts, including: determining the physical process parameters of the apparatus including: the rheology of the flowable skin cement; the geometry of the part to be skinned; and the geometry of the annulus gap of the skinning chamber; and calculating a plurality of dimensionless pressure gradient values (Lambda (Λ)) according to the formula (1): Λ = ( Δ ⁢ ⁢ P ) ⁢ R 2 ⁢ m ⁢ ⁢ L ⁢ ( R V ) n ( 1 ) where ΔP, P, R, V, L, and m and n are as defined herein; plotting a plurality of manifold pressures versus a plurality of part velocities; and selecting at least one operating window based on the skin quality of a plurality of preliminarily skinned parts.
US09803521B2	Method for controlling a piston cooling circuit of an internal combustion engine of an industrial vehicle The present invention refers to a method for controlling a piston cooling circuit of an internal combustion engine wherein said circuit comprises at least a circulation pump and means for emitting cooling oil connected to the delivery of the pump. According to the method, said pistons are cooled by a jet generated by said emitting means only during the upward stroke of said pistons from the bottom dead center to the top dead center.
US09803520B2	Multi-mode variable cam timing phaser A variable camshaft timing device can operate using pressure generated by camshaft torque energy to transfer fluid from one working chamber to another work chamber or operate via an external fluid pressure source to fill one working chamber while simultaneously exhausting an opposing working chamber or operate using both modes simultaneously. The mode of the variable camshaft timing device is determined by the position of the control valve. The lock pin is controlled by fluid from one of the working chambers.
US09803507B2	Power generation using independent dual organic Rankine cycles from waste heat systems in diesel hydrotreating-hydrocracking and continuous-catalytic-cracking-aromatics facilities Optimizing power generation from waste heat in large industrial facilities such as petroleum refineries by utilizing a subset of all available hot source streams selected based, in part, on considerations for example, capital cost, ease of operation, economics of scale power generation, a number of organic Rankine cycle (ORC) machines to be operated, operating conditions of each ORC machine, combinations of them, or other considerations are described. Subsets of hot sources that are optimized to provide waste heat to one or more ORC machines for power generation are also described. Further, recognizing that the utilization of waste heat from all available hot sources in a mega-site such as a petroleum refinery and aromatics complex is not necessarily or not always the best option, hot source units in petroleum refineries from which waste heat can be consolidated to power the one or more ORC machines are identified.
US09803505B2	Power generation from waste heat in integrated aromatics and naphtha block facilities Optimizing power generation from waste heat in large industrial facilities such as petroleum refineries by utilizing a subset of all available hot source streams selected based, in part, on considerations for example, capital cost, ease of operation, economics of scale power generation, a number of ORC machines to be operated, operating conditions of each ORC machine, combinations of them, or other considerations are described. Recognizing that several subsets of hot sources can be identified from among the available hot sources in a large petroleum refinery, subsets of hot sources that are optimized to provide waste heat to one or more ORC machines for power generation are also described. Further, recognizing that the utilization of waste heat from all available hot sources in a mega-site such as a petroleum refinery and aromatics complex is not necessarily or not always the best option, hot source units in petroleum refineries from which waste heat can be consolidated to power the one or more ORC machines are identified.
US09803492B2	Optical measurement system for detecting turbine blade lockup An optical measurement system for detecting at least one locked blade assembly in a gas turbine. The system includes at least one light source for emitting light that impinges on a blade surface of each blade in a row of blade assemblies. The system also includes a video device for imaging the blades as the blades rotate about the center axis. Further, the system includes a controller for controlling operation of the light source and video device. The controller detects a pixel intensity associated with each blade and a spacing between each pixel intensity wherein a change in spacing between consecutive pixel intensities indicates that a distance between consecutive blades has changed relative to the first distance thereby indicating at least one locked blade assembly.
US09803489B2	Low loss baffled serpentine turns A vane includes a forward rib and an aft rib positioned axially aft of the forward rib. The vane also includes a middle rib positioned axially between the forward rib and the aft rib, such that the forward rib and the middle rib define a forward passage configured to receive a forward baffle and the middle rib and the aft rib define an aft passage configured to receive an aft baffle. The vane also includes an inner surface extending axially from the forward rib to the aft rib, being radially separated from the middle rib via a gap such that air can flow between the aft passage and the forward passage via the gap, and having a radially outward curve from the forward rib to the middle rib and having a radially inward curve from the middle rib to the aft rib.
US09803485B2	Turbine segmented cover plate retention method An improved gas turbine cover plate assembly is disclosed for use in connection with segmented cover plates in turbine configurations where it is not possible to stagger the blades to create assembly clearance. The improved turbine assembly also avoids cover plate loading slots in the disc which can cause high stress features. The improved system also includes a method to axially retain segmented cover plates in relation to a turbine disc using a segmented retainer ring.
US09803459B1	Temporary production system and separator with vapor recovery function A temporary hydrocarbon well production system receives flow from a hydrocarbon well through a production line connected to the well. The production line flows into a sand separator, which has a fluid outlet connected to a choke manifold and a solids outlet connected to a sand dump line. A transportable and vertical closed separator receives flow through two separate lines from the choke manifold and from the sand dump line, which respectively flow into independent diffusing structures in the closed separator. Gas, vapors, volatile organic compounds, etc. are captured within the closed vessel and are discharged through a vapor discharge line attached to a vapor recovery unit for either further processing or incineration through a flare. A liquid dump line discharges liquids from the closed separator to at least one closed tank.
US09803456B2	SAGDOX geometry for impaired bitumen reservoirs A process to utilize at least one water lean zone (WLZ) interspersed within a net pay zone in a reservoir and produce bitumen from the reservoir, includes using Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage with Oxygen (SAGDOX) to enhance oil recovery, locating a SAGDOX oxygen injector proximate the WLZ, and removing non-condensable gases.
US09803451B2	Methods of designing and forming earth boring tools using a plurality of depth of cut values Methods of designing an earth-boring tool are described, including calculating one or more performance parameters of the tool based on drilling conditions, a plurality of depth of cut values, and a set of values of other design variables. Methods of enhancing a performance parameter in the design of an earth-boring tool are also described, including calculating the performance parameter based at least partially on a plurality of depth of cut values and a first set of values of other design variables, calculating the performance parameter based at least partially on a second set of values of the other design variables different than the first set, and comparing the calculated performance parameters to determine which of the first and the second set is closer to a target range or value across a range of the plurality of depths of cut. Related methods of forming an earth-boring tool are also described.
US09803438B2	Expandable bullnose assembly for use with a wellbore deflector A method includes introducing a bullnose assembly into a main bore of a wellbore, the bullnose assembly including a body and a bullnose tip actuatable between a default configuration, where a collet body forming part of the bullnose tip exhibits a first diameter, and an actuated configuration, where the collet body exhibits a second diameter different than the first diameter. The bullnose assembly is then advanced to a deflector arranged within the main bore and defining a first channel that exhibits a predetermined diameter and communicates with a lower portion of the main bore, and a second channel that communicates with a lateral bore. The bullnose assembly is then directed into either the lower portion of the main bore or the lateral bore based on a diameter of the collet body as compared to the predetermined diameter.
US09803431B1	Copper covered vortex-induced vibration suppression devices A vortex-induced vibration (VIV) suppression apparatus including a body having a wall dimensioned to at least partly envelope a tubular member in an interior area of the body; at least one extension member extending from the body; and an anti-fouling member mechanically coupled to at least one of the body or the extension member. A method of manufacturing a vortex-induced vibration (VIV) suppression device including providing a VIV suppression device having a body dimensioned to at least partly envelope a tubular member in an interior area of the body and at least one extension member extending from the body. The method further including attaching an anti-fouling sheet to the VIV suppression device.
US09803427B1	Systems and methods for mounting a cutter in a drill bit Rotary drill bits may include on or more cutting element assemblies which include a cutter and a mounting system. In one embodiment, the mounting system includes a housing, a first bearing component disposed within the housing, and a second bearing component associated with the cutting element. In certain embodiments, the bearing components may comprise a table of superhard material bonded with a substrate. In one or more embodiments, the bearing components may include bearing surfaces that are arcuate. For example, the bearing surfaces may be substantially spherical (a portion of a sphere). The bearing components may be arranged to act as a radial bearing as well as a thrust bearing for the cutting element, enabling the cutting element to rotate about a longitudinal axis of the cutter, relative to the housing, while also enabling the longitudinal axis of the cutter to be displaced (change angles) relative to the housing.
US09803414B1	Window glazing system A window glazing system includes an elongate elastomeric element having a right triangular cross section defining two leg surfaces and a hypotenuse surface with chamfers on the legs at the hypotenuse. A window pane is placed in a window frame and the interior frame and the window pane are appropriately coated with construction adhesive. The legs of the elongate element are forced into the intersection of the pane and the interior frame to spread and to be retained by the adhesive. The adhesive is then additionally forced into the chamfers and the entire assembly cleaned with solvent.
US09803408B2	Adjustable hinge An adjustable hinge for a door or gate comprising a first hinge member and a second hinge member rotatable relative to each other each including a substantially flat hinge base having at least one mounting aperture formed therethrough and a pair of spaced apart collars extending outwardly from the outer surface thereof that cooperatively form a housing and a tension adjustment assembly to selectively adjust a bias disposed within the housing having a first adjustment assembly disposed at one end thereof and a second adjustment assembly disposed at the opposite end thereof to adjust the force of the adjustable hinge from either end thereof.
US09803405B2	Adjustable snap-acting hinge An adjustable snap-acting hinge is provided. The hinge includes a first articulated quadrilateral and a second articulated quadrilateral, which can move on a working plane and share a first lever and a second lever and are provided respectively with a plate for coupling to a first element and with a plate for fixing to a second element. A contrast element is associated with the coupling plate and can be arranged in at least one position for use, which lies between a first position in which the contrast element is arranged at a maximum distance from the point of the first lever, and a second position in which the contrast element is arranged at a minimum distance from the point of the first lever. The hinge also includes locking means for keeping the contrast element in the position for use.
US09803388B2	Pneumatic post driver A pneumatic post driving apparatus comprises an internal cylinder chamber within which a hammer piston is reciprocated. The hammer piston strikes against an anvil, which in use is abutted against the top of a post to be driven. Kinetic energy from the descending hammer piston is transferred through the anvil into driving energy for the post. An air control system alternately routes pressurized air between the top and bottom ends of the cylinder to move the hammer piston up and down. The air control system includes a spool-type control valve disposed for sliding movement within a control body. The anvil is resiliently suspended at the bottom of the cylinder chamber by an annular retention flange that has a conically tapered under surface. A lower elastomeric pad fits against the tapered under surface of the retention flange in direct surface-to-surface contact.
US09803387B2	Pneumatic tent, especially star-shaped canopy tent A pneumatic tent (1) with at least one pole (2) extending in final assembly position vertically from the mounting surface (8) and a dome-shaped tent cover (3) extending over the self-supporting pole (2) which is locked and tensioned with locking means (4) in relation to the mounting surface (8), wherein the pole (2) containing a pressurized filling gas is constructed as single or multiple layered and includes a controllable or adjustable illumination device (5) that is placed inside the pole (2).
US09803384B2	Safety barrier netting system A system for substantially enclosing the periphery of a building top with a netting system which is easily and efficiently movable or reconfigurable during the building construction process comprises a lightweight netting system for extending above a completed work area or floor, a strong lightweight structural support system for the netting, wherein the structural support system is vertically adjustable via slidable engagement with brackets attached to the floors which are already completed, provides enhanced safety for workers and for pedestrians below by preventing passage of workers or debris through the netting and enhances efficiency of construction by providing an easily reconfigurable, inexpensive and lightweight system for providing such enhanced safety.
US09803377B2	Height and slope adjustable pedestal An elevating leveling pedestal having a base rotatably attached to a first coupling end to collectively create a height adjustment mechanism, a second coupling end non-rotatably attached to a first end of a non-threaded midsection of predetermined length with a second end non-rotatably attached to a head assembly to support, secure, and level a surface installed over a non-sloping or sloping sub-surface. Another embodiment comprising a height and slope adjustable pedestal that has its tilting mechanism on the bottom of the pedestal allowing the pedestal column to remain vertical and not skewed made using a single length of unthreaded piping, the rotatable device base having minimal surface threading, and the device base able to be locked in a zero or non-zero slope for supporting a structure above a fixed surface, and the method of using such a device.
US09803369B2	Flexible cladding wrap, system and methods A flexible cladding wrap (10) for an exterior or interior wall of a building, a building wall panel, and/or a building surface is provided, the flexible cladding wrap (10) comprising a flexible facing layer (16) including a, preferably absorbent and more preferably porous, flexible facing substrate (22) and powdered aggregate (24) bonded to the facing substrate (22); and a flexible backing layer (12) including a flexible backing substrate (20) to which the facing layer is attached. A system utilizing said flexible cladding wrap (10) to create a continuous aesthetic impression of the building is also provided, in addition to methods of making and using said flexible cladding wrap (10).
US09803365B2	Lightweight semi-permanent truss system A truss support system is disclosed. The system is comprised of a plurality of tubular truss sections configured for attachment to each other. Each of the sections has a plurality of polygonal shaped access slots surrounded by a plurality of bolt holes along each of its peripheral sides and on end-plates at each end of the truss sections. The end-plates of the system have additional bolt holes around the access slot compared to the number of bolts surrounding the access slots on the peripheral sides to provide for increased hold between end-to-end connections of truss sections. The truss sections of the system may be hinged together to compensate for uneven ground or for increased load supported.
US09803358B2	Structural subfloor product and method of manufacturing same A flooring product includes a first oriented strand board layer, an acoustic barrier layer, and a second oriented strand board layer, where the acoustic barrier layer is secured between the first and second oriented strand board layers to form the flooring product. The plurality of flooring products can be positioned adjacently to comprise a complete flooring assembly. Such a flooring assembly can be facilitated by including features along edges of the flooring product for securing or engaging one flooring product to adjacent flooring products. For example, the flooring product can be arranged with one edge as a tongue and an opposing edge as a groove, where the tongue of one flooring product can be fitted into the groove of an adjacent flooring product to secure or engage the two flooring products together. In another example, edges of the flooring products can be arranged to form lap joints upon engagement.
US09803352B2	Trim connection systems and methods Implementations of the present invention provide systems, methods, and apparatus for securing trim to interior and/or exterior walls and wall portions. In particular, at least one implementation includes a system for connecting and securing trim elements without additional adjustments and/or fitting thereof. Moreover, the system for connecting and securing trim elements can improve accuracy and increase the speed of assembly, thereby reducing time and expense associated with installing trim to a building.
US09803334B2	Dredging cutting wheel Cutting wheel system (1) for a dredging device, comprising a cutting wheel (2) and a cutting wheel drive system (8), whereby the cutting wheel comprises at least two cutting element rings (3), which rings are positioned at a distance from each other in parallel planes whereby the cutting element rings have coaxial rotation axes (12,13), whereby a suction tube (7) can be positioned between the two cutting element rings (3), whereby the cutting wheel drive system is arranged to rotate the cutting wheel about the coaxial rotation axes, wherein the cutting wheel system further comprises connecting arms (9) for mounting the cutting wheel in a rotatable manner to the dredging device, wherein the connecting arms are moveable with respect to each other between a closed position wherein the connecting arms engage the cutting wheel from opposite sides of the cutting wheel, and an open position wherein the cutting wheel is released from the connecting arms.
US09803324B2	Ejector control for spreading material according to a profile In accordance with an example embodiment, a method of operating a work vehicle with an ejector body may include receiving a position signal indicative of a position of the work vehicle, receiving a target profile indicative of a target topography for an area, receiving an ejection command at a controller and entering the controller into an ejection mode based on the ejection command, and controlling, with the controller, in the ejection mode, at least one of a speed of the work vehicle and a speed of an ejector included in the ejector body based on the position signal and the target profile, to spread a load of material from the ejector body onto a ground surface.
US09803323B2	Track tamping machine having separately stimulated vibrating tamping picks A tamping unit of a machine for simultaneously tamping at least two sleepers of a track, positioned one following the other with regard to a longitudinal direction of the machine, includes inner tamping tines provided for simultaneous immersion into the same sleeper crib and, arranged at either end, a respective outer tamping tine. Each tamping lever mounted on an assembly frame for pivoting about a pivot axis is connected to a squeeze drive. Each squeeze drive is mounted on a common eccentric shaft having an eccentricity with respect to an axis of rotation. The eccentricity causing vibrations of the inner tamping tine is configured differently as compared to the eccentricity causing vibrations of the outer tamping tine.
US09803313B2	Clothes treating apparatus A clothes treating apparatus is provided that may include an accommodation chamber, in which an object may be accommodated; a first heat pump cycle having a first evaporator, a first compressor, a first condenser, and a first expansion valve; a second heat pump cycle having a second evaporator, a second compressor, a second condenser, and a second expansion valve, and arranged such that air introduced into the accommodation chamber passes through the first evaporator, the second evaporator, the second condenser and the first condenser, sequentially; and a controller configured to control an operation of the first and second heat pump cycles. At least one of the first compressor or the second compressor may be provided with an inverter that changes a drive speed of the compressor through a frequency conversion. The controller may drive the at least one of the first compressor or the second compressor within a predetermined drive range, by controlling the drive speed of the at least one of the first compressor or the second compressor using the inverter.
US09803309B2	Laundry treatment device having a control panel assembly A laundry treatment device (100) includes a casing (2) housing a laundry treatment chamber (12) and including a front wall (4) defining an outward-facing continuous-wall front surface (4a), the front wall (4) having a laundry opening (3a) to load and/or unload said laundry treatment chamber (12), a panel aperture (15) and a drawer aperture (60). The panel aperture (15) and the drawer aperture (60) are separated one from the other by a crosspiece (66). The crosspiece has an outward-facing crosspiece front surface (66a). A control panel assembly (1) is provided for controlling operation of the laundry treatment device (100). The control panel assembly (1) includes an outer dashboard (11) which is structured to be coupled to the front wall (4) at the panel aperture (15) and to be operated by a user. A drawer (63) is provided as well as a drawer seat (61) to house the drawer (63). The drawer seat is fixed or fixable to the front wall (4) at the drawer aperture (60) so that the drawer (63) is coupled in a retractable manner to the front wall (4). Outer dashboard (11) and/or the drawer seat (61) includes a cover surface (101a) located externally to the casing (2) in front of the crosspiece front surface (66a), so as to cover the latter when the laundry treatment device (100) is in an assembled configuration.
US09803308B2	Balancer and washing machine having the same A balancer includes a balancer housing having an annular channel defined therein, at least one mass movably disposed in the channel, and at least one magnet coupled to one side of the balancer housing to restrain movement of the mass along the channel when rotational speed of a drum of the washing machine is within a predetermined range. The magnet includes a plurality of unit magnets arranged in a circumferential direction of the balancer housing.
US09803307B2	Cleaning method The invention provides a method for the cleaning of a soiled substrate, the method comprising treating the substrate with a non-polymeric solid particulate cleaning material and wash water, the treatment being carried out in an apparatus comprising a drum comprising perforated side walls and having a capacity of between 5 and 50 liters for each kg of fabric in the washload, wherein the solid particulate cleaning material comprises a multiplicity of non-polymeric particles at a particle to fabric addition level of 0.1:1-10:1 by mass, each of the particles being substantially cylindrical or spherical in shape, and wherein the drum comprising perforated side walls is rotated at a speed which generates G forces in the range of from 0.05 to 900 G. The non-polymeric particles may comprise particles of glass, silica, stone, wood, or any of a variety of metals or ceramic materials. Preferably the solid particulate cleaning material additionally comprises a multiplicity of polymeric particles each of which is substantially cylindrical or spherical in shape. Preferably, at least one detergent is employed in the cleaning process. The invention provides optimum cleaning performance as a result of improved mechanical interaction between substrate and cleaning media and is preferably used for the cleaning of textile fabrics. The method allows for significant reductions in the consumption of detergents, water and energy when compared with the conventional wet cleaning of textile fabrics, and also facilitates reduced washing-related textile fabric damage. The invention also envisages a cleaning composition comprising a solid particulate cleaning composition and at least one additional cleaning agent.
US09803301B1	Hydroformed composite material and method for making same A hydroformed composite material includes an expanded spun bonded nonwoven layer having a loft of at least about 1.3 times greater than an original loft of an original unexpanded spun bonded nonwoven web from which the expanded spun bonded nonwoven layer was created, and an air permeability of at least about 1.2 times greater than an original air permeability of the original unexpanded spun bonded nonwoven web. The hydroformed composite material includes a formed film layer that includes a plurality of extended cells containing continuous fibers and/or fibrils of the expanded spun bonded nonwoven layer.
US09803294B1	Device and method for electrospinning multiple layered and three dimensional nanofibrous composite materials for tissue engineering The present invention relates to a device for preparing three dimensional (3D) nanofibers (blended or coaxial) materials by electrospinning. An automatic nanofiber collector device is used to control the porosity, pore size, crystallinity, geometry, the layer number and thickness of formed nanofibers. The automatic nanofiber collector device includes: (1) a collector platform; (2) a non-conductive device used to fix the collector device; (3) a plurality of electro-conductive wires or needles being pierced through the collector platform with various heights, and (4) the ends of the needles (at bottom) are wired and controlled by a microcontroller, providing forward, stand and backward movements for attached needles. The desired 3D nanofiber scaffold structures can be tailored by the micro-stepping programmable motor controller by changing the pattern and velocity of needle movement, generalized or selective needles movements, as well as intermittent versus continuous movement.
US09803291B2	Crucible for growing sapphire single crystal, and method for producing crucible for growing sapphire single crystal An object of this invention is to provide a crucible for growing a sapphire single crystal, which is optimized for providing a sapphire single crystal and is reusable. A crucible for growing a sapphire single crystal of this invention includes: a base material (3) containing molybdenum as a main component and having a crucible shape; and a coating layer (5) with which only an inner periphery of the base material (3) is coated and which is formed of tungsten and inevitable impurities, in which the coating layer (5) has a surface roughness Ra of 5 μm or more and 20 μm or less.
US09803290B2	High temperature steam electrolysis facility (HTSE) with allothermal hydrogen production A high temperature steam electrolysis or fuel cell electric power generating facility, including at least two electrochemical reactors fluidly connected in series to each other by their cathode compartment(s). At least one heat exchanger is arranged between two reactors in series, a primary circuit of the heat exchanger being connected to an external heat source configured to provide heat to fluid(s) at an outlet of an upstream reactor prior to be introduced at an inlet of a downstream reactor.
US09803288B2	Arrangement of flow structures for use in high differential pressure electrochemical cells The present disclosure is directed towards flow structures in electrochemical cells for use in high differential pressure operations. The flow structure on the low pressure-side of the cell has a larger surface area than the flow structure on the high-pressure side of the cell at the flow structure—MEA interface. The boundary of the high pressure flow structure is entirely within the boundary of the low pressure flow structure. A seal around the high pressure flow structure is also contained within the boundary of the low pressure flow structure. In such an arrangement, high fluid pressures acting on the electrolyte membrane from the high-pressure side of the cell is fully and continuously balanced by the flow structure on the low pressure-side of the membrane. Use of the low pressure flow structure as a membrane support prevents the rupture or deformation of the membrane under high stresses.
US09803280B2	Method and apparatus for depositing atomic layers on a substrate Method of depositing an atomic layer on a substrate. The method comprises supplying a precursor gas from a precursor-gas supply of a deposition head that may be part of a rotatable drum. The precursor gas is provided from the precursor-gas supply towards the substrate. The method further comprises moving the precursor-gas supply by rotating the deposition head along the substrate which in its turn is moved along the rotating drum.
US09803278B2	Vapor phase growth method A vapor phase growth method is disclosed. The method includes a step of preparing a substrate in a chamber, a first step of absorbing only a first element to the substrate by supplying a first source material into the chamber, a second step of suspending supply of the first source material into the chamber, a third step of absorbing a second element to the substrate by supplying a second source material into the chamber, wherein the supply of the second source material is started while the first source material remains in an atmosphere of the chamber, a fourth step of suspending supply of the second source material into the chamber, and a fifth step of repeating from the first step to the fourth step.
US09803276B2	Method and apparatus for producing low-particle layers on substrates The invention relates to methods and devices for producing one or more low-particle layers on substrates in a vacuum. The layers are deposited onto the substrate from a cylindrical source material, optionally together with a reactive gas component, by means of magnetron sputtering. The layer is deposited against the force of gravity in a sputter-up method. During the method or within the device, the structure or stochiometric atomic composition of the layers can optionally be modified using a plasma source. Multiple sputtering sources with different source materials can be provided in the device such that multiple layers of different compositions can be applied on the substrate at a high speed in one process.
US09803269B2	α+β type titanium alloy and production method therefor The present invention provides an α+β type titanium alloy and a production method therefor, which has an ultrafine structure causing superplasticity under low temperatures and has a high deformation ratio compared to conventional α+β type Ti alloys. The alloy has an ultrafine structure made of equiaxial crystals in which an area ratio of crystals having a grain diameter of 1 μm or less is 60% or more, and maximum frequency grain diameter is 0.5 μm or less, wherein a portion in which the integration degree of plane orientation of the hexagonal close-packed crystal is 1.00 or more exists within a range of 0 to 60 degrees with respect to a normal line of a processed surface of the alloy.
US09803262B2	Gallium extraction agent and gallium extraction method Provided are an extraction agent and extraction method that selectively extract and, at a low cost, recover gallium from an acidic solution containing gallium and zinc. The gallium extraction agent comprises an amide derivative represented by general formula (I). In the formula, R1 and R2 each indicate the same or different alkyl group, R3 indicates a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group, and R4 indicates a hydrogen atom or any given group, other than an amino group, bonded to the α-carbon as an amino acid. The general formula preferably has a glycine unit, a histidine unit, a lysine unit, an aspartic acid unit, or an N-methylglycine unit. By extracting gallium from an acidic solution containing gallium and zinc by means of solvent extraction using the extraction agent, it is possible to selectively extract gallium.
US09803261B2	Method for improving quality of titanium-containing feedstock A technique is provided, in which impure metal is efficiently separated and removed from titanium-containing raw material such as titanium slag or ilmenite and high titanium-containing raw material is produced. The method for improving quality of titanium-containing raw material containing slag, including steps of: oxidizing the titanium-containing raw material, selectively chlorinating impurities in the titanium-containing raw material, and separating and removing the impure chlorides to obtain high titanium-containing raw material. Alternatively, in this method, the oxidizing treatment and the selective chlorinating treatment are performed simultaneously.
US09803259B2	Solvent extraction settler arrangement A solvent extraction settler arrangement comprising a mixing unit for preparing a dispersion from mutually immiscible solutions and a settler having a feed end and a discharge end. The settler is arranged to separate solution phases from a dispersion fed from the feed end while the dispersion flows towards the discharge end. The arrangement further comprises a feeding device located at the feed end for feeding the dispersion prepared by the mixing unit to the settler. The feeding device comprises an elongated feed launder having a first end for receiving the dispersion from the mixing unit, and a second end. The feed launder extends alongside the feed end of the settler. The feed launder has a form of a conical tube with a cross-section converging towards the second end and an inclined bottom ascending towards the second end. A plurality of feed pipes are arranged along the length of the feed launder at a distance from each other, each feed pipe having a third end opening to the inner space of the feed launder at the bottom to receive the dispersion from the feed launder and a fourth end opening to the settler to conduct the dispersion to the settler.
US09803251B2	Methods of detecting influenza virus Disclosed herein are methods of detecting influenza virus in a sample from a subject. In some embodiments, the disclosed methods include contacting a sample with at least one primer 10-40 nucleotides in length wherein the at least one primer is capable of hybridizing to an influenza virus polymerase basic protein 1 (PB1) nucleic acid at least 70% identical to the nucleic acid sequence set forth as any one of SEQ ID NOs: 1-3, amplifying the PB1 nucleic acid or a portion thereof to produce an amplified PB1 nucleic acid, and detecting the amplified PB1 nucleic acid, wherein presence of the amplified PB1 nucleic acid indicates presence of influenza virus in the sample from the subject. In some examples, the primers comprise or consist of the nucleic acid sequence set forth as one of SEQ ID NO: 4, SEQ ID NO: 5, SEQ ID NO: 9, or SEQ ID NO: 10.
US09803247B2	MicroRNAs expression signature for determination of tumors origin The present invention provides a process for classification of specific cancers and tumors origin through the analysis of the expression patterns of specific microRNAs and nucleic acid molecules relating thereto. Classification according to a microRNA expression framework allows optimization of treatment, and determination of specific therapy.
US09803242B2	miRNA-based universal screening test (UST) Described are methods for early noninvasive or minimally invasive detection of pathological changes in organ systems/organs/tissues/cells by quantifying organ system-/organ-/tissue-/cells type-enriched miRNA in bodily fluids.
US09803238B1	Method and apparatus for purifying nucleic acids and performing polymerase chain reaction assays using an immiscible fluid Embodiments of the present invention are directed toward devices, systems, and methods for purifying nucleic acids to conduct polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays. In one example, a method includes generating complexes of silica beads and nucleic acids in a lysis buffer, transporting the complexes through an immiscible fluid to remove interfering compounds from the complexes, further transporting the complexes into a density medium containing components required for PCR where the nucleic acids disassociate from the silica beads, and thermocycling the contents of the density medium to achieve PCR. Signal may be detected from labeling agents in the components required for PCR.
US09803236B2	Microarray-based assay integrated with particles for analyzing molecular interactions A microarray-based assay is provided, which is used for analyzing molecular interactions, including polynucleotides, polypeptides, antibodies, small molecule compounds, peptides and carbohydrates. Such method comprises coupling a target molecule to a particle and then binding to a probe molecule on microarray. In particular, multiplexed genetic analysis of nucleic acid fragments can be implemented. Specific genes, single nucleotide polymorphisms or gene mutations, such as deletions, insertions, and indels, can be identified. Coupled with microarray, the particles, themselves or further modified, facilitate the detection of results with non-expensive devices or even naked eyes. This technology enables the detection and interpretation of molecular interactions in an efficient and cost effective way.
US09803232B2	Primers and probes for detecting human papillomavirus and human beta globin sequences in test samples The present invention relates to primers, probes, primer sets, primer and probe sets, methods and kits for detecting human papillomaviruses, human beta globin sequences and human papillomaviruses and human beta globin sequences in a test sample.
US09803231B2	Macromolecule delivery to nanowells Provided herein is technology relating to depositing and/or placing a macromolecule at a desired site for an assay and particularly, but not exclusively, to methods and systems for transporting a macromolecule such as a protein, a nucleic acid, or a protein:nucleic acid complex to an assay site, such as the bottom of a nanopore, a nanowell, or a zero mode waveguide.
US09803228B2	Electrochemical sensor strip A method of making an electrochemical sensor strip that includes: depositing a first electrode on a base; depositing a second electrode on the base; applying a first layer onto the first electrode; and applying a second layer onto the second electrode. The first layer includes an oxidoreductase and a mediator. The second layer includes a soluble redox species.
US09803225B2	Means and methods for the enzymatic production of L-methionine from O-phospho-L-homoserine and methanethiol Provided is a method for producing L-methionine in which O-phospho-L-homoserine and methanethiol are enzymatically converted into L-methionine and H3PO4. Such a conversion is achieved by an enzyme called O-phospho-L-homoserine (OHPS) dependent methionine synthase. Also described are O-phospho-L-homoserine (OHPS) dependent methionine synthases, i.e. proteins which are able to enzymatically convert O-phospho-L-homoserine and methanethiol into L-methionine and H3PO4 as well as microorganisms which have been genetically modified so as to be able to produce L-methionine from O-phospho-L-homoserine and methanethiol. Furthermore described are methods to screen for enzymes that catalyze the conversion of O-phospho-L-homoserine and methanethiol into L-methionine and H3PO4.
US09803223B2	Coryneform bacterium transformant with improved aniline productivity and process for producing aniline using the same An objective of the present invention is to provide a microorganism capable of efficiently producing aniline from aminobenzoic acid, and a process for efficiently producing aniline from aminobenzoic acid. To achieve the objective, provided is an aniline-producing transformant constructed by introducing a gene which encodes an enzyme having aminobenzoate decarboxylase activity into a coryneform bacterium as a host, characterized in that the enzyme having aminobenzoate decarboxylase activity is composed of an amino acid sequence which is the same as that represented by SEQ ID NO: 2 except for having a mutation of at least proline (P) at position 309 from the N terminus.
US09803209B2	Bacterial mutants with improved transformation efficiency Provided herein are Lactobacillus mutants having improved transformation efficiency, comprising a disruption to an endogenous gene encoding a restriction modification system protein. Also described are methods for producing the mutants, methods for generating transformants using the mutants, and methods for producing a polypeptide or fermentation product using the mutants.
US09803206B2	Therapeutic agent for treating Trypanosoma-associated disease, method for killing Trypanosoma parasites, and use thereof A therapeutic agent for treating a Trypanosoma-associated disease; a method of preventing infection by Trypanosoma parasites, or killing Trypanosoma parasites; and use thereof, the therapeutic agent and the method each using a mechanism different from a mechanism used in conventional technology. The therapeutic agent of the present invention for treating a Trypanosoma-associated disease includes, as a medicinal component, an antisense oligonucleotide suppressing the expression of an inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate receptor protein of Trypanosoma parasites.
US09803204B2	Nucleic acid molecules that target the vacuolar atpase C subunit and confer resistance to coleopteran pests This disclosure concerns nucleic acid molecules and methods of use thereof for control of coleopteran pests through RNA interference-mediated inhibition of target coding and transcribed non-coding sequences in coleopteran pests. The disclosure also concerns methods for making transgenic plants that express nucleic acid molecules useful for the control of coleopteran pests, and the plant cells and plants obtained thereby.
US09803198B2	Lipohillic oligonucleotide analogs Lipophilic oligonucleotide comprising a phosphate glycerol unit containing at least one aliphatic unsaturated carbon bond according to formula (I), with Oligonucleotide an unmodified or modified nucleic acid of 2-1000 nucleotides in length R=a bond or a linker unit Y=OH, SH or NHR3 X and Z=independently O, S or NR3 R3=hydrogen or branched or unbranched and/or substituted or unsubstituted alkyl, aryl and/or alkyl aryl residue with 10 to 30 carbon atoms R1. R2 branched or unbranched and/or substituted or unsubstituted alkyl, aryl and/or alkylaryl residue with 10 to 30 carbon atoms, with the provisio that at least one of the residues R1 or R2 comprises at least one aliphatic carbon-carbon double bond Use of lipophilic oligonucleotide according to Formula I for drug discovery or for transfection of cells.
US09803197B2	Particle-nucleic acid conjugates and therapeutic uses related thereto This disclosure relates to particles conjugated to therapeutic nucleic acids. In certain embodiments, the nucleic acid comprises a sequence that catalytically cleaves RNA, e.g., DNAzyme or RNAzyme. In certain embodiments, the particles contain nucleic acids with both DNAzyme and/or RNAzyme and siRNA sequences. The cleaving nucleic acids optionally comprise a sequence functioning to hybridize to a target of interest and/or the particles are further conjugated to a targeting moiety. In certain embodiments, conjugated particles are used in the treatment or prevention of cancer or viral infections or bacterial infections. In certain embodiments, conjugated particles are used in detecting metal ions and other small molecule analytes.
US09803196B2	Compositions and methods for treating, diagnosing and monitoring disease Compositions and methods which inhibit the expression of the TMEM92 gene or which inhibits the function of die TMEM92 protein can be used for treating, diagnosing and monitoring disease, for example cancer.
US09803194B2	Compositions and methods of nucleic acid-targeting nucleic acids This disclosure provides for compositions and methods for the use of nucleic acid-targeting nucleic acids and complexes thereof.
US09803191B2	Expression and secretion system The invention provides an expression and secretion system, and methods of using the same, for the expression and secretion of one fusion protein in prokaryotic cells and a second fusion protein in eukaryotic cells. Also provided herein are nucleic acid molecules, vectors and host cells comprising such vectors and nucleic acid molecules.
US09803187B2	Baulamycins, compositions and methods of use thereof Provided herein are compositions of compounds of formula (I), methods of inhibiting a bacterial infection by contacting a cell with a composition comprising a compound of formula (I), and methods of isolating compounds of formula (I) from an extract of Streptomyces tempisquensis.
US09803182B2	Ionic liquid-tolerant cellulase enzymes The present invention provides ionic liquid-tolerant cellulases and method of producing and using such cellulases. The cellulases of the invention are useful in saccharification reactions using ionic liquid treated biomass.
US09803180B2	S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) synthase variants for the synthesis of artificial cofactors The present invention relates to isolated polypeptides that are derived from wildtype Bacillus subtilis S-Adenosylmethionine (SAM) synthase or from a biologically active fragment thereof, wherein said isolated polypeptides comprise an amino acid sequence that, in relation to the amino acid sequence of said wildtype Bacillus subtilis SAM synthase or of the biologically active fragment thereof, comprises at least one amino acid substitution, selected from the group consisting of amino acid substitutions at positions I317 and I105. The present invention further relates to respective isolated nucleic acids, vectors, host cells, uses and methods for the production of SAM derivatives.
US09803176B2	Methods and compositions for the clinical derivation of an allogenic cell and therapeutic uses Various cells, stem cells, and stem cell components, including associated methods of generating and using such cells are provided. In one aspect, for example, an isolated cell that is capable of self-renewal and culture expansion and is obtained from a subepithelial layer of a mammalian umbilical cord tissue. Such an isolated cell expresses at least three cell markers selected from CD29, CD73, CD90, CD166, SSEA4, CD9, CD44, CD146, or CD105, and does not express at least three cell markers selected from CD45, CD34, CD14, CD79, CD106, CD86, CD80, CD19, CD117, Stro-1, or HLA-DR.
US09803172B2	Method for inducing bacteria to enter into viable but nonculturable state A method induces bacteria to enter into viable, but nonculturable state. The method includes subjecting a target bacterium to high pressure carbon dioxide treatment so as to make it enter into the viable, but nonculturable state, which can be demonstrated experimentally. The viable but nonculturable state can be entered quickly, such as within one hour.
US09803166B2	Pre-programmed non-feedback controlled continuous feeding of cell cultures A pre-programmed non-feedback continuous feeding method based on mass balance of the substrate in the bioreactor for use in culture growth and maintenance is provided. The disclosed method does not rely on instrument, probe or operator feedback. The method provides an efficient and effective alternative to bolus feeding.
US09803159B2	Method of making oil-and-fat A method of making an oil-and-fat capable of being used as a non-tempering hard butter of a non-lauric acid type, having a sharp melting property (meltability in the mouth), a good compatibility with a cacao butter and a low trans-fatty acid content, includes fractionating an oil-and-fat A comprising a first non-laurin-based oil-and-fat containing 50 to 100 mass % of SUS type triglyceride and a non-laurin-based transesterification oil containing 12 to 38 mass % of SSU type triglyceride or an oil-and-fat B obtained by partially hydrogenating the oil-and-fat A so as to obtain a soft portion.
US09803156B2	Aqueous cutting fluid composition A water-based cutting fluid that comprises water and a water-soluble polyalkylene glycol (PAG) having cloud point from 30° C. to 80° C. The cutting fluid is water-based, i.e., it comprises at least 50 percent by weight (wt %) water. The cutting fluids are well suited for use with diamond wiresaws for the cutting of silicon ingots. The fluids exhibit one or more of low hydrogen generation, no wafer cleaning issues, good lubricity, good cooling efficiency, good swarf suspension and dispersion, low foaming, are generally non-sensitive to metal ions, and are nonflammable.
US09803154B2	Process for preparing a para-branched alkyl-substituted hydroxyaromatic compound Disclosed herein is a process for preparing an isomeric mixture comprising a major amount of a para-branched mono-alkyl-substituted hydroxyaromatic compound. The process involves the steps of: (a) providing an isomeric mixture comprising a major amount of a para-di(alkyl-substituted)aromatic compound; wherein a first alkyl substituent is a C3 to C8 alkyl moiety and a second alkyl substituent is a C4+n to C8+n branched alkyl moiety, wherein n is 0 to 42 and further wherein the second alkyl substituent is at least one carbon atom greater than the first alkyl substituent; (b) subjecting the isomeric mixture comprising a major amount of a para-di(alkyl-substituted)aromatic compound to oxidation conditions in the presence of an oxygen-containing source, thereby converting the first alkyl substituent which is a C3 to C8 alkyl moiety to a hydroperoxide-containing substituted moiety to produce an isomeric mixture comprising a major amount of a para-branched alkyl-substituted, hydroperoxide-containing substituted aromatic compound; and (c) converting the hydroperoxide-containing substituted moiety to a hydroxyl moiety thereby providing an isomeric mixture comprising a major amount of a para-branched mono-alkyl-substituted hydroxyaromatic compound.
US09803142B1	Catalysts and methods for converting carbonaceous materials to fuels Catalysts and processes designed to convert DME and/or methanol and hydrogen (H2) to desirable liquid fuels are described. These catalysts produce the fuels efficiently and with a high selectivity and yield, and reduce the formation of aromatic hydrocarbons by incorporating H2 into the products. Also described are process methods to further upgrade these fuels to higher molecular weight liquid fuel mixtures, which have physical properties comparable with current commercially used liquid fuels.
US09803138B2	Fluorescent substance and production method thereof A fluorescent substance, represented by the following general formula (1): Ca1-x(SeyS1-y):Eux (1) where y is a value in the range of 0.5 to 1, wherein an absolute value of a difference between an optimal value (nm) of an emission peak wavelength corresponding to the value of y, and a measured value (nm) of the emission peak wavelength is 5 nm or less, and wherein an absolute value of a difference between an optimal value (nm) of a full width at half maximum of emission corresponding to the value of y, and a measured value (nm) of the full width at half maximum of emission is 6 nm or less.
US09803134B2	Acidic aqueous solution containing a chelating agent and the use thereof An acidic aqueous solution containing a chelating agent and an acid, wherein the chelating agent is glutamic acid N,N-diacetic acid (GLDA) or a salt thereof, and wherein the amount of GLDA or the salt thereof is at least 10 wt %, based on the weight of the aqueous solution, and to the use thereof as an oilfield chemical, in descaling processes, or in processes in which highly concentrated aqueous acids are used, such as cleaning processes or plating processes.
US09803119B2	Abrasive article including shaped abrasive particles A shaped abrasive particle including a body having a first major surface, a second major surface, and a side surface extending between the first major surface and the second major surface, wherein the body includes a sharpness-shape-strength factor (3SF) within a range between about 0.7 and about 1.7 and a Shape Index within a range between at least about 0.51 and not greater than about 0.99.
US09803111B2	Adhesive for semiconductor, fluxing agent, manufacturing method for semiconductor device, and semiconductor device An adhesive for a semiconductor, comprising an epoxy resin, a curing agent, and a compound having a group represented by the following formula (1): wherein R1 represents an electron-donating group.
US09803106B2	Methods for fabricating a chemical-mechanical polishing composition Methods for fabricating a chemical-mechanical polishing composition include growing colloidal silica abrasive particles in a liquid including an aminosilane compound such that the aminosilane compound becomes incorporated in the abrasive particles. A dispersion including such colloidal silica abrasive particles may be further processed to obtain a chemical-mechanical polishing composition including colloidal silica particles having the aminosilane compound incorporated therein.
US09803105B2	Protective coating compositions for photocatalytic layers on substrates A coated substrate including a substrate including a treated layer, a photocatalytic layer, and a protective layer for impeding photocatalyst derived degradation of the treated layer, the protective layer being provided between the photocatalytic layer and the treated layer, the protective layer comprising colloidal particles distributed in a matrix comprised at least partly of an organosilicon phase which is oxidizable by the reactive oxygen species to form a non-volatile inorganic phase, wherein the organosilicon phase includes a surfactant incorporating an organosilicon component.
US09803104B2	Stereoscopic fabrics with special patterns and tactile texture produced by an eco-friendly non-dye formulation The invention is related to a processing formulation and method for producing fabrics which are eco-friendly and easy to implement. The invention provides stereoscopic fabrics with special patterns and tactile texture produced by an eco-friendly non-dye formulation and process.
US09803100B2	Non-fluorinated water-based superhydrophobic surfaces A superhydrophobic surface includes a substrate treated with a non-fluorinated composition, the composition including a hydrophobic component free of fluorine; a filler particle; and water, wherein the composition is at a pH greater than 7, and wherein the hydrophobic component is in an aqueous dispersion. The superhydrophobic surface alternatively includes a substrate treated with a non-fluorinated composition, the composition including a hydrophobic polymer free of fluorine; an exfoliated graphite filler particle including acid functional groups; water; and a stabilizing compound, wherein the composition is at a pH greater than 7, and wherein the hydrophobic polymer is in an aqueous dispersion.
US09803088B2	Enhanced performance of mineral based aqueous barrier coatings A method for preparing an aqueous based coating system, and coating systems made thereby, for coating onto paper and/or paperboard for providing barrier to liquid, moisture vapor, oil and grease including a pigment and a polymer emulsion system or natural based binding system. One alternative of the method includes surface treating a pigment to form a pigment system and mixing a polymer emulsion system or natural based binding system with the pigment system. Another alternative of the method includes mixing a pigment and polymer emulsion system or natural based binding system and hydrophobizing the polymer emulsion system or natural based binding system by adding silanes, siloxanes, siloxane/silicone resin blends, or their carbon based analogs.
US09803086B2	Reinforcement for a material made from a moldable composition Reinforcement for a material may be provided that includes a moldable composition, particularly for a building material, in which barley awns and seed parachutes, such as from bulrush seeds, are present as components in the reinforcement. The seed parachutes may comprise stem fibers and lateral fibers branching off therefrom, where the lateral fibers of the seed parachutes are connected to one another by the barley awns. The barley awns may have a weight proportion of approximately 0.1 to approximately 2 times, such as approximately 0.5 to approximately 1 time, higher than the weight proportion of the seed parachutes. A building material may be provided that includes the described reinforcement. A method for producing the building material may also be provided.
US09803085B2	System and method for high throughput preparation of rubber-modified asphalt cement This invention encompasses rubber modified asphalt cement compositions, as well as systems, apparatuses, methods for preparing, as well as methods for using rubber-modified asphalt cement compositions.
US09803078B2	Optical resin composition and film Disclosed herein are an optical resin composition whose orientation birefringence and photoelastic birefringence are both very low and which has high transparency and which provides a film having few surface defects, high heat stability, high solvent resistance, and excellent surface appearance, and a film comprising the optical resin composition.The optical resin composition comprises: a resin (A) having a maleimide unit represented by the formula (5) and a (meth)acrylic ester unit; and a glutarimide acrylic resin (B). The resin composition may further comprise multi-layered particles.
US09803071B2	Thermoplastic resin composition for interior material of automobiles, and molded product for interior material of automobiles Provided is a thermoplastic resin composition for an interior material of automobiles, comprising a biomass-derived resin. The thermoplastic resin composition for an interior material of automobiles uses a biomass-derived resin, which replaces a petroleum-based thermoplastic resin, so as to reduce the generation of CO2, thereby providing an environmentally friendly effect.
US09803068B2	Modeling compounds and methods of making and using the same Modeling compounds and methods for making the same are described. The modeling compounds, in some embodiments, comprise about 20% to about 40% by weight starch-based binder, and about 0.15% to about 1.2% by weight microspheres dispersed throughout the compounds. In some embodiments, the modeling compound further comprises vinylpyrrolidone polymers.
US09803066B2	Chopped carbon fiber bundles and method for producing chopped carbon fiber bundles Provided are: chopped carbon fiber bundles which have high fluidity without decreasing the dispersibility of carbon fibers and the physical properties of a molded product; and a method for producing chopped carbon fiber bundles with high productivity. Chopped carbon fiber bundles, each of which contain a carbon fiber bundle having a total fineness of from 25,000 dtex to 45,000 dtex (inclusive) and a sizing agent in an amount of from 1% by mass to 5% by mass (inclusive) relative to the total mass of the chopped carbon fiber bundle. The length (L) of each chopped carbon fiber bundle along the fiber direction of the carbon fiber bundle is from 1 mm to 50 mm (inclusive); the ratio of the longest diameter (Dmax) to the shortest diameter (Dmin) of a cross section perpendicular to the fiber direction of each chopped carbon fiber bundle, namely Dmax/Dmin is from 6.0 to 18.0 (inclusive); and the orientation parameter of the single fibers present in the surface of each chopped carbon fiber bundle is 4.0 or less.
US09803061B2	Carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastic resin composition, and pellets and molded article thereof A carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastic resin composition includes a thermoplastic resin (A), a carbon fiber (B), and a titanium compound (C), an amount of the thermoplastic resin (A) being 10 to 65% by weight, an amount of the carbon fiber (B) being 35 to 90% by weight, based on 100% by weight of the total amount of the thermoplastic resin (A) and the carbon fiber (B), and an amount of the titanium compound (C) being 0.01 to 5 parts by weight, based on 100 parts by weight of the total amount of the thermoplastic resin (A) and the carbon fiber (B).
US09803057B2	Method for preparing microporous polyolefin film by thermally-induced phase separation method The present invention discloses a method for preparing a microporous polyolefin film comprising: a step of injecting a composition comprising polyolefin 30 to 60 wt % and a diluent mixture comprising a diluent, which can make liquid-liquid phase separation with the polyolefin thermodynamically 40 to 70 wt %, into an extruding machine, and melting and kneading thereof to prepare a single phase melt; and a step of extruding the melt while conducting liquid-liquid phase separation by passing through a section having the temperature below the liquid-liquid phase separation temperature and forming thereof in the form of a sheet, and a microporous polyolefin film prepared according to the method.
US09803052B2	Polymer having terminal structure including plurality of reactive silicon groups, method for manufacturing same, and use for same A polymer (A) having, at one terminal moiety thereof, a terminal structure having two or more carbon-carbon unsaturated bonds. A reactive-silicon-group-containing polymer (B) having, at one terminal moiety thereof, a terminal structure having two or more reactive silicon groups.
US09803051B2	Acrylic polyol resins compositions The invention relates to compositions of hydroxyl functional acrylic resins (acrylic polyols) comprising a mixture of α,α-branched alkane carboxylic glycidyl esters derived from butene oligomers characterized in that the sum of the concentration of the blocked and of the highly branched isomers is at least 50%, preferably above 60% and most preferably above 75% on total composition.
US09803046B2	In-mold coating of ROMP polymers The present invention relates to in-mold coating of a cyclic olefin polymer. More particularly, the present invention relates to methods and compositions for in-mold coating cyclic olefin polymers prepared by ring opening metathesis polymerization (ROMP) reactions and the manufacture of polymer articles via ROMP. Polymer products produced via the metathesis reactions of the invention may be utilized for a wide range of materials and composite applications. The invention has utility in the fields of polymer and material chemistry and manufacture.
US09803042B2	Additive comprising low surface energy group and hydroxyl groups and coating compositions Additives comprising a low surface energy group and one or more hydroxyl groups are described.
US09803018B2	Amino acid sequences directed against cellular receptors for viruses and bacteria The present invention relates to amino acid sequences that are directed against (as defined herein) human cellular receptors for viruses and/or bacteria such as e.g. Nanobodies specifically recognizing hCD4, hCXCR4, hCCR5, hTLR4, human alphaV integrin, human beta3 integrin, human beta1 integrin, human alpha2 integrin, hCD81, hSR-BI, hClaudin-1, hClaudin-6 and hClaudin-9, as well as to compounds or constructs, and in particular proteins and polypeptides, that comprise or essentially consist of one or more such amino acid sequences. Amino acid sequences of the present invention may be used to prevent human cell entry of HIV, HCV, adenoviruses, hantavirus, herpesvirus, echo-virus 1 and others.
US09803015B2	Costimulatory B7-H1 in renal cell carcinoma patients: indicator of tumor aggressiveness and potential therapeutic target The invention features methods of diagnosis by assessing B7-H1 expression in a tissue from a subject that has, or is suspected of having, cancer, methods of treatment with agents that interfere with B7-H1-receptor interaction, methods of selecting candidate subjects likely to benefit from cancer immunotherapy, and methods of inhibiting expression of B7-H1.
US09802992B2	Cell into which protein, which can serve as polymerization nucleus of protein polymer, or polymer thereof is introduced, and method for production of the cell The present invention has the object of providing a cell into which a protein, which can serve as a polymerization nucleus of a protein polymer, or polymer thereof is introduced, and a method for producing the cell. The invention relates to a cell into which a protein, which can serve as a polymerization nucleus of a protein polymer, or a polymer thereof is introduced, a method for producing the cell, and a method of screening for a compound inhibiting an intracellular accumulation of a protein containing fibril structures, wherein the method comprises bringing a candidate substance into contact with the cell.
US09802990B2	Functional peptides for obesity disorders The present invention concerns certain peptides obtainable by hydrolysis from soy glycinin by the action of supernatant cultures of strains belonging to the genera Lactobacillus or Streptococcus. These peptides, extracts containing them and food products containing them are useful for the treatment and/or prevention of obesity and oxidative stress.
US09802989B2	Oil globule protein and uses thereof An isolated novel oil globule protein encoded by a polynucleotide sequence is provided together with a composition which includes the isolated protein. A transgenic organism transformed by a polynucleotide encoding a protein which at least partially comprises the amino acid sequence of the novel oil globule protein is also provided. The invention also provides a method for producing or enhancing the production of a carotenoid such as astaxanthin, which is an oil globule constituent.
US09802984B2	Biomimetic peptide and biodegradable delivery platform for the treatment of angiogenesis- and lymphangiogenesis-dependent diseases Mimetic peptides having anti-angiogenic and anti-tumorigenic properties and methods of their use for treating cancer, ocular diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration, and other-angiogenesis-dependent diseases are disclosed. More particularly, an isolated peptide comprising the amino acid sequence LRRFSTAPFAFIDINDVINF, which exhibits anti-angiogenic activity in endothelial cell proliferation, migration, adhesion, and tube formation assays, anti-migratory activity in human breast cancer cells in vitro, anti-angiogenic and anti-tumorigenic activity in vivo in breast cancer xenograft models, and age-related macular degeneration models is disclosed. The isolate peptide also exhibits anti-lymphangiogenic and directly anti-tumorigenic properties.
US09802977B2	Method of synthesizing 25-hydroxy cholesterol The present invention discloses a method for synthesizing 25-hydroxy cholesterol. The method is as below: subjecting 24-dehydrocholesterol derivative as a raw material, which undergoes an addition reaction with a hydroxyl containing reagent in an organic solvent under catalysis, and then hydrolyzing the reaction product and separating to obtain 25-hydroxy cholesterol. The present invention adopts hydroxyl containing reagents such as water, formic acid, acetic acid, propionic acid, butyric acid, benzoic acid, p-methyl benzoic acid to replace the commonly used extremely toxic reagents such as Cr reagent, Hg reagent and polyfluorinated acetone in the prior art. The raw materials of the present invention are easily available, and have low effect on environment. The operation and post treatment are convenient. Moreover, the method has the advantages of mild reaction conditions, simple operation, good selectivity, high efficiency, high yield, simple post treatment, easy product separation, less three wastes and easy industrialization.
US09802976B2	Method for preparing substituted 3,7-dihydroxy steroids The invention relates to processes for preparing 17-alkynyl-7-hydroxy-steroids, such as 17-Ethynyl-10R,13S-dimethyl 2,3,4,7,8R,9S,10,11,12,13,14S,15,16,17-hexadecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthrene-3R,7R,17S-triol (also referred to as 17α-ethynyl-androst-5-ene-3β,7β,17β-triol), that are essentially free of process impurities having binding activity at nuclear estrogen receptors.
US09802973B2	Crystalline forms of ferric maltol There is provided polymorphs of ferric maltol. Such forms may be useful in the treatment of iron deficiency with or without anaemia, such as iron deficiency anaemia.
US09802972B2	Ruthenium- or osmium-based complex catalysts The present invention provides novel ruthenium or osmium based complex structures with a unique combination of ligands comprising a Schiff-base type ligand, a N-heterocyclic carbene ligand and a CO ligand which can be prepared according to two different routes involving easily accessible starting materials and which represent excellent catalysts for hydrogenating unsaturated compounds, oligomers and polymers, in particular at unforeseeably low temperatures.
US09802969B2	Molecule for functionalizing a support, attachment of a radionuclide to the support and radionuclide generator for preparing the radionuclide, and preparation process Molecule for attaching a radioactive parent nuclide to a support, comprising at least one functional group for attaching the radioactive parent nuclide; and a molecular moiety suitable for establishing a nonpolar bond to the support.
US09802968B2	Branched siloxanes and methods for synthesis The present invention describes branched and functionalized siloxanes and methods for making such compounds. The compounds have a variety of uses. One preferred application is as novel planarizing material for lithogaphy, in which case functionalized branched siloxane, such as an epoxy-modified branched siloxane is particularly useful.
US09802966B2	Beta-lactamase inhibitors Described herein are compounds and compositions that modulate the activity of beta-lactamases. In some embodiments, the compounds described herein inhibit beta-lactamase. In certain embodiments, the compounds described herein are useful in the treatment of bacterial infections.
US09802959B2	Method of producing (4R,12aS)-7,9-dihalo-4-methyl-3,4,12,12a-tetrahydro-2H-pyrido[1′,2′:4,5]pyrazino[2,1-b][1,3]oxazine-6,8-diones A process for preparing a compound shown by formula (W5): wherein each Hal is independently chloro or bromo, using a novel process for preparing a pyridine derivative represented by formula (W2), wherein R6d is as defined herein.
US09802958B2	Tetrahydro[1,8]naphthyridine sulfonamide and related compounds for use as agonists of RORy and the treatment of disease The invention provides tetrahydro[1,8]naphthyridine and related compounds, pharmaceutical compositions, methods of promoting RORγ activity, increasing the amount of IL-17 in a subject, and treating cancer using such tetrahydro[1,8]naphthyridine and related compounds.
US09802957B2	Processes of preparing a JAK1 inhibitor and new forms thereto This invention relates to processes for preparing a JAK1 inhibitor having Formula Ia: as well as new forms of the inhibitor.
US09802955B2	Tricyclic compounds having antimitotic and/or antitumor activity and methods of use thereof The present invention provides tricyclic compounds, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, prodrugs, solvates, or hydrates thereof, having antimitotic activity, anti-multidrug resistance activity, for example P-glycoprotein inhibition, and antitumor activity, and which inhibit paclitaxel sensitive and resistant tumor cells. Also provided are methods of utilizing these compounds for treating tumor cells and inhibiting mitosis of cancerous cells.
US09802948B2	Inhibitors of late SV40 factor (LSF) as cancer chemotherapeutics The present invention is directed to methods, compositions and kits for treatment of cancer, e.g. heptacellular carcinoma. In some embodiments, the present invention discloses the use of a small-molecule compound of formula (I)-(XXVI) and (III′) as disclosed herein to inhibit transcription factor Late SV40 Factor (LSF) for treatment of cancer, e.g., HCC.
US09802942B2	Substituted 4-methyl-pyrrolo[1,2-A]pyrimidine-8-carboxamide compounds and uses thereof for modulating glucocerebrosidase activity Disclosed are new small molecules having a 4-methylpyrrrolo[1,2-a]pyrimidine-8-carboxamide core structure and the uses thereof for modulating glucocerebrosidase activity. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the small molecules which may be administered in methods of treating diseases or disorders associated with glucocerebrosidase activity, including neurological diseases and disorders such as Gaucher's disease and Parkinson's disease. The small molecules may contain a fluorophore or may be conjugated to a fluorophore in order to prepare a fluorescent probe for use in high throughput screening methods to identify new modulators of glucocerebrosidase activity via fluorescence polarization.
US09802935B2	CGRP receptor antagonists The disclosures herein relate to novel compounds of formula wherein R1, R2 and R3 are as defined herein, and their use in treating, preventing, ameliorating, controlling or reducing cerebrovascular or vascular disorders associated with CGRP receptor function.
US09802922B2	Urea derivatives and uses thereof The present invention provides novel compounds of any one of Formulae (I)-(III), and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Also provided are particles (e.g., nanoparticles) comprising compounds of Formula (I)-(III) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that are mucus penetrating. The invention also provides methods and kits for using the inventive compounds, and pharmaceutical compositions thereof, for treating and/or preventing diseases associated with abnormal or pathological angiogenesis and/or aberrant signaling of a growth factor (e.g., vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF)), such as proliferative diseases (e.g., cancers, benign neoplasms, inflammatory diseases, autoimmune diseases) and ocular diseases (e.g., macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, retinoblastoma, edema, uveitis, dry eye, blepharitis, and post-surgical inflammation) in a subject in need thereof.
US09802921B2	Fluoromethyl-substituted pyrrole carboxamides iv The invention relates to pyrrole carboxamides bearing a fluoromethyl-moiety as voltage gated calcium channel blockers, to pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds and also to these compounds for use in the treatment and/or prophylaxis of pain and further diseases and/or disorders.
US09802919B1	Compounds Compounds of formula (I) defined herein exhibit human neutrophil elastase inhibitory properties and are useful for the treatment of disease or conditions in which HNE is implicated.
US09802917B2	Particles of N-(5-cyano-4-((2-methoxyethyl)amino)pyridin-2-yl)-7-formyl-6-((4-methyl-2-oxopiperazin-1-yl)methyl)-3,4-dihydro-1,8-naphthyridine-1(2H)-carboxamide The present invention relates to particles of N-(5-cyano-4-((2-methoxyethyl)amino)pyridin-2-yl)-7-formyl-6-((4-methyl-2-oxopiperazin-1-yl)methyl)-3,4-dihydro-1,8-naphthyridine-1(2H)-carboxamide, to a process of making said particles, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising said particles and to method of treating cancers using said pharmaceutical compositions.
US09802913B2	Compound useful for manufacturing salacinol, method for manufacturing the compound, method for manufacturing salacinol, methods for protecting and deprotecting diol group, and protective agent for diol group An object of the present invention is to provide a novel compound useful for manufacturing salacinol, a method for manufacturing the compound, a method for manufacturing salacinol, methods for protecting and deprotecting a diol group, and a protective agent for a diol group. A compound represented by Formula (1) is a compound useful for manufacturing salacinol. (In the formula, each of R1a and R1b is a hydrogen atom or a hydroxy protective group; R2 is a hydroxy group or the like; and R3 is a hydroxy group or the like.)
US09802903B2	Process for preparing antiviral compound This invention is directed to: (a) processes for preparing a compound and salts thereof that, inter alia, are useful for inhibiting hepatitis C virus (HCV); (b) intermediates useful for the preparation of the compound and salts; (c) pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compound or salts; and (d) methods of use of such compositions.
US09802901B2	Antibacterial 2H-indazole derivatives The invention relates to antibacterial compounds of formula I wherein R1 is H or halogen; R2 is alkynyloxy or the group M; R3 is H or halogen; M is one of the groups wherein A is a bond, CH2CH2, CH═CH or C≡C and R1A, R2A, R3A, R1B and R1C are as defined in claim 1; and salts thereof.
US09802896B2	Process for large scale production of N-[4-(1-cyclobutyl piperidin-4-yloxy) phenyl]-2-(morpholin-4-yl) acetamide dihydrochloride The present, invention relates to a process for large scale production of N-[4-(1-Cyclobutyl piperidin-4-yloxy) phenyl]-2-(morpholin-4-yl) acetamide dihydrochloride of formula (I).
US09802893B2	Methods of producing molindone and its salts The present invention is directed towards novel methods of synthesis of molindone, synthesis of the intermediates of molindone, and high-purity compositions of molindone. In particular, the invention relates to the methods of synthesis of molindone through the Mannich reaction.
US09802886B2	Process for making lysine-glutamic acid dipeptide derivatives The invention relates to compounds of the formula and to a process for making same and to the use of the products in the solid phase peptide synthesis. The compounds of formula I are versatile peptide intermediates for the solid phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) of peptide drugs which comprise a Glu-fatty alkyl side chain building block attached to a Lys-part of the peptide chain.
US09802884B2	Mixtures of MGDA enantiomers, and process for making such mixtures Mixture of L- and D-enantiomers of methyl glycine diacetic acid (MGDA) or its respective mono-, di or trialkali metal or mono-, di- or triammonium salts, said mixture containing predominantly the respective L-isomer with an enantiomeric excess (ee) in the range of from 10 to 75%.
US09802878B2	Method for producing trifluoroethylene A method to stably produce trifluoroethylene with a high selectivity by reacting 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane with a solid reactant and suppressing the formation of by-products such as polymer carbon is provided. In the method, a material gas containing 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane passes through a layer consisting of a particulate solid reactant having an average particle size of from 1 μm to 5,000 μm to bring the solid reactant and 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane into contact with each other in a state where the layer consisting of the solid reactant is fluidized.
US09802861B2	Process for the preparation of cement, mortars, concrete compositions containing a calcium carbonate-based filler treated with an ultrafine filler and a superplastifier, compositions and cement products obtained and their applications Process for the preparation of cement/mortar/concrete compositions or systems, (for simplicity hereafter “cement” compositions or systems or even “cements”), of a generally known type containing low or medium (standard) “filler(s)”, and/or optionally HP filler(s), as carbonate-based filler(s), namely coarse low or medium calcium carbonate(s), namely coarse marble(s); Product comprising, or consisting of, the pre-blend (A) of coarse, low or medium (or optionally HP) “calcium carbonate-based filler” pre-blended with at least an UF; Aqueous compositions (B) obtained by mixing the above pre-blend (A) of coarse filler(s) with UF(s) with an aqueous system such as mix water, aqueous mix fluid; Product (C) consisting of, or comprising, the pre-blend (A) or the compositions (B), treated or pretreated with at least one superplastifier or aqueous system containing superplastifier(s); Cement and Use of cement.
US09802850B2	Energy efficient high-temperature refining An energy-efficient device for refining a glass melt to produce a glass and/or a glass ceramic is provided. The device includes a refining crucible defined at least by lateral walls with a metallic lining as a melt contact surface, so that a melt refining volume is defined by a base surface, a top surface and a circumferential surface; at least one heating device that conductively heats the lining by an electric current in the lining, so that the melt is heated through the lining, the heating device and the lining are connected to one another by a feeding device. The feeding device establishes contact with the lining so that an electric current runs from the top surface to the base surface or from the base surface to the top surface, at least in sections of the lining.
US09802846B2	Treating and recylcing oilfield waste water A process for treating oilfield waste water includes combining oilfield waste water and a biocide comprising hydrogen peroxide, the biocide being present in an amount effective to decrease a number density of bacteria in the oilfield waste water. The treated water can be reused in a subterranean environment.
US09802845B2	Industrial water purification and desalination This invention relates to the field of water purification and desalination. In particular, embodiments of the invention relate to systems and methods of removing essentially all of a broad spectrum of impurities from water in an automated industrial process that requires minimal cleaning or maintenance during the course of several months to several years, with relatively high yields of product water per unit of input water, flexibility with respect to energy sources, compact design with a low industrial foot-print, the ability to recover valuable by-products, and ultra-low energy requirements.
US09802844B2	Portable pathogen deactivation method and apparatus A portable, non-filtering, microorganism deactivation device for treating water contaminated with harmful bacteria such as E. coli and fecal coliform, includes a housing, said housing containing a high porosity media saturated with an ionically charged material such as colloidal silver.
US09802839B2	Method of producing polyaniline zirconia nanocomposite and uses thereof Disclosed herein is a method of producing a polyaniline zirconia nanocomposite, and the uses of the thus produced polyaniline zirconia nanocomposite for the treatment of wastewater. The polyaniline zirconia nanocomposite is characterized in having a particle size of about 0.3 to 50 μm in diameter, an isoelectric point at about pH 6.2, and is capable of reducing at least 99% of the pathological microorganism and at least 60% of the phosphate in the wastewater after coming into contact with wastewater for 24 hrs and 12 hrs, respectively.
US09802837B2	Apparatus and process for treating liquids containing chlorosilanes Chlorosilane-containing process streams are treated by vaporizing the process stream, contacting the vaporized process stream with an alkaline medium in a scrubber, the scrubbing liquid being maintained at a pH of 9-13 by introduction of alkaline medium, and feeding the scrubbing medium to a waste treatment plant containing at least one mixing tank in which the pH is adjusted to the range of 7-9 by addition of mineral acid, separating solids by means of a centrifuge, and isolating separated solids.
US09802828B2	Precursors suitable for high temperature atomic layer deposition of silicon-containing films Provided are methods of depositing silicon-containing films utilizing certain precursors at temperatures of 400° C. or higher. Certain methods comprise exposing a substrate surface to a silicon precursor and another precursor to achieve various films. Examples of silicon-containing films which can be deposited include SiN, SiC, SiO2, SiCN, etc.
US09802823B2	Carbon nanotube fiber and method for producing same A carbon nanotube fiber is provided that that has excellent properties such as electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, and mechanical characteristics. The carbon nanotube fiber includes an assembly of a plurality of carbon nanotubes. The plurality of carbon nanotubes includes one or more carbon nanotubes having at least partially collapsed structures. Furthermore, a method for producing a carbon nanotube fiber is provided that includes spinning a carbon nanotube dispersion liquid containing a plurality of carbon nanotubes including one or more carbon nanotubes having at least partially collapsed structures, a dispersant, and a solvent by extruding the carbon nanotube dispersion liquid into a coagulant liquid.
US09802821B2	Method for preparing transition metal phosphide There is provided a method of preparing transition metal phosphide comprising the step of mixing a solution of a transition metal precursor and a phosphorous precursor under conditions to form the transition metal phosphide. There is also provided a transition metal phosphide particle made according to the method as defined herein. There is additionally provided a method of preparing a transition metal phosphide-based electrode used for producing hydrogen in the electrolysis of water.
US09802819B2	Conducting network composite comprising polyaniline and polypyrrole, and method for preparing the same Disclosed herein are a conducting network for storing gas such as hydrogen, carbon dioxide, or the like, and a method for preparing the same, and particularly, a conducting network composite including: dopant-doped polyaniline nanofiber supporter; and a polypyrrole layer laminated on the supporter, and a method for preparing the same. According to the present invention, a novel conducting network composite suitable for being used as an energy storage material for various purposes may be provided by a simple and economical method, and since a polyaniline nanofiber having the entangled structure may function as an excellent supporter for forming a network composite material and a thickness of the polypyrrole layer may be easily adjusted, the nanocomposite for being used in various fields may be simply and economically prepared.
US09802799B2	Chain block Provided is a chain block with which wheel cover strength can be improved while inhibiting an increase in cost, without the need for separate reinforcement members. A chain block is provided with a wheel cover which is attached to a frame member, and which covers a hand-chain wheel having a hand chain looped thereover. A plurality of fixation holes for having fixation members inserted therethrough during attachment to the frame member are provided in peripheral edge sections of end-surface sides of the wheel cover, said end-surface sides being disposed facing the frame member. Wrap-around portions are provided to wheel-cover side surfaces which intersect the end surfaces, said wrap-around portions being formed so as to surround, at an angle exceeding 90, the fixation holes in the peripheral direction of the fixation holes.
US09802797B2	System and method for thermal protection of an electric winch Monitoring the temperature of the brush of the motor on an electric winch during operation and restricting the operation of the motor within a cooling range in order to minimize downtime and maximize runtime.
US09802790B2	Drive device of an elevator with safety system A drive device of an elevator includes a DC bus, a motor bridge connected to the DC bus for the electricity supply of the elevator motor, a control circuit with which control circuit the operation of the motor bridge is controlled by producing control pulses in control poles of high-side and low-side switches of the motor bridge, a brake controller, which comprises a switch for supplying electric power to an electromagnetic brake, a brake control circuit, with which the operation of the brake controller is controlled, an input circuit for the safety signal to be disconnected/connected from outside the drive device, drive prevention logic and brake drop-out logic connected to the input circuit and configured to prevent the passage of control pulses to the control poles of the high-side and/or low-side switches when the safety signal is disconnected.
US09802784B2	Devices for guiding and conveying wire-shaped or strand-shaped products Devices for guiding and conveying wire- or strand-shaped products, for example a cable (K) in a cable processing system, such as a cable stripping system. Provided here is at least one pair of transport devices (1a, 1b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b). At least one of the small secondary rollers (4a, 4b, 36) may be adjusted between at least one position in the conveying direction before the point of contact of the respective accompanying primary roller (1a, 1b, 30) with the product (K) and at least one second position in the conveying direction behind the point of contact of the primary roller (1a, 1b, 30) with the product (K).
US09802782B2	Sheet processing apparatus According to an embodiment, a sheet processing apparatus includes a transport unit and a holding unit. The transport unit transports a first sheet to a first position. The transport unit transports a second sheet, which is transported after the first sheet, to a second position displaced to the upstream side of a sheet transport direction relative to the first position. The transport unit transports a third sheet, which is transported after the second sheet, to a third position displaced to the downstream side of the sheet transport direction relative to the second position. In the case where the second sheet is transported to the second position, the holding unit holds the first sheet at the first position. In the case where the third sheet is transported to the third position, the holding unit holds the second sheet at the second position.
US09802776B2	Sheet conveyance apparatus and image forming apparatus A sheet conveyance apparatus including a transmission unit that transmits an ultrasonic wave toward a sheet and a reception unit that receives the ultrasonic wave includes a change unit that changes a distance of a conveyance path of the sheet according to sheet information about the sheet to be conveyed.
US09802774B2	Image forming apparatus An image forming apparatus includes a developing device, a plurality of feeding and delivering paths through which a printing medium is delivered to the developing device, a feeding roller unit which forms a developing and delivering path in which the plurality of feeding and delivering paths are joined and delivers the printing medium to the developing device, and a guide unit which guides the printing medium passing through the plurality of feeding and delivering paths to the feeding roller unit and is rotatably provided to expose the plurality of feeding and delivering paths to the outside. In the above configuration, the printing medium jam problems inside the image forming apparatus are easily cleared.
US09802750B2	Attachment mechanism for a container An adapter for a container includes a bracket having an annular sidewall and at least one projection extending interiorly from an external surface of the sidewall, wherein the at least one projection includes a sloped surface.
US09802735B2	Lid having circumferential rim with plurality of ribs A lid for securing to the brim of a container, the lid including a container closure having a disk shaped member with a periphery for mating with the brim of the container. The periphery includes annular inner and outer side walls with at least one annular rib disposed on each of the inner and outer side walls. The ribs of the annular walls form a gripping area to secure the lid to the container for preventing leaks and accidental spillage. A top wall interconnects the inner and outer side walls and includes visual cues for viewing the brim of the container when the lid is affixed to the brim. The lid additionally includes a pronounced wedge shaped sipping spout projecting upwards from the container closure. The container closure includes a circular indented channel for stacking one lid covered cup over another with additional stability provided by the sipping spout.
US09802726B2	Bottle decontamination system A system for sterilizing bottles with a gaseous sterilant. The system includes moving means for continuously moving bottles one after another along a path. An assembly is provided for distributing a predetermined amount of the gaseous sterilant from a source of gaseous sterilant to each of the bottles. The assembly includes a plurality of injectors that are movable with the bottles. One of the plurality of injectors is associated with each of the bottles. The injector is fluidly connected to the source of gaseous sterilant when the bottle associated with the injector is disposed along a first portion of the path. The injector is disposed above the bottle when the injector is in a first position. The injector is disposed within an interior of the bottle when the injector is in a second position such that the predetermined amount of the gaseous sterilant is conveyed into the interior of the bottle.
US09802716B2	Aircraft landing gear drive wheel identification system An identification system and method are provided for aircraft equipped with electric taxi systems for autonomous ground movement that enables airport ground personnel and others outside the aircraft to safely and easily identify the aircraft moving on ground surfaces at an airport as equipped with a pilot-controlled electric taxi system and to distinguish these aircraft from aircraft not moved by electric taxi systems. The identification system may be mounted with nose or main landing gear drive wheels supporting the electric taxi system. The identification system includes an identifying lighting system with lighting elements of a selected number, shape, color, or arrangement positioned on at least a visible face of one or more landing gear wheels. Automatic or manual controls may actuate the identification system to identify electric taxi system-equipped aircraft when the aircraft are moved with the electric taxi system or are stopped.
US09802705B2	Aircraft passenger seat fixing systems and arrangements An aircraft passenger seating system comprises an array of floor panels (4) fixed within an aircraft cabin deck section (1), the floor panels (4) providing an array of discrete fixing means for removable attachment of a plurality of passenger seating units. The seating units may be of mutually different configurations each having a common footprint, such that the different configurations are interchangeable without having to re-arrange other seating units. The common footprint may be provided by a common size and shape of floor panel (4) or the floor panels (4) may provide a regular array of discrete fixing means such that the configurations may be positioned regardless of the position of the floor panels (4).
US09802703B2	Galley compartment for a galley system of an aircraft A galley system includes a galley compartment defining a cavity. The galley compartment has a door that allows access to the cavity and at least a first opening and a second opening. A galley cart is positionable in the cavity of the galley compartment that has a first opening and a second opening. An air supply duct is configured to be coupled in flow communication with the first opening of the galley cart and the first opening of the galley compartment. A space is defined about the galley cart when the galley cart is positioned in the cavity. The space provides flow communication between the second opening of the galley cart and the second opening of the galley compartment.
US09802699B2	Adaptively-twistable blade, and an aircraft including such a blade A blade (1) having an outer covering (2) defining a cavity (8). A carriage (20) is arranged in said cavity (8), the carriage (20) being provided with a torsion bar (21) and at least two arms (22) secured to the torsion bar (21). The blade has one connection per arm provided both with an upstream guide gallery and with a downstream guide gallery, each arm extending transversely from an upstream end that slides in an upstream guide gallery to a downstream end that slides in a downstream guide gallery. At least one connection is a helical connection (40) obtained with the help of an upstream guide gallery (33) and the downstream guide gallery (34) of the segment (101) presenting distinct orientations, giving rise to movement in rotation (ROT1) of the segment (101) under the effect of the carriage (20) moving in translation.
US09802692B2	Methods for insulating frame members A method of insulating a structural frame member of a transport vehicle is provided. The method includes coupling a first end of at least one flexible insulation member to one of at least two self-retaining foam insulation members using a coupling element. The method includes wrapping the at least one flexible insulation member over a first free end of the structural frame member of the transport vehicle and over at least portions of two sides of the structural frame member. The method further includes positioning one of the self-retaining foam insulation members on each side of the wrapped structural frame member and in compression fit between each side of the wrapped structural frame member and adjacent structural frame members, such that the self-retaining foam insulation members impart one or more compression forces on the flexible insulation member to secure the flexible insulation member in place without use of any fastener device.
US09802686B2	Sailboat accessory paddle head The present application relates to an accessory paddle head for use with a spinnaker pole. The accessory paddle head is adapted to releasably connect to a spinnaker pole to provide a paddle system. The accessory paddle head surface optionally includes gripping members disposed on its surface for engaging with and detachably securing the spinnaker pole. The accessory paddle head is optionally formed of molded material.
US09802684B2	Wake-modifying device for a boat A recreational sport boat includes a hull having starboard and port sides and a transom, a generally horizontal platform, and a pair of wake-modifying devices positioned aft of the transom. The generally horizontal platform extends aft of the transom and is configured to support a human weighing at least 100 lbs. on an upper surface thereof. The pair of wake-modifying devices are attached to the platform. One of the wake-modifying devices is positioned on a port side of the platform's centerline, and another of the wake-modifying devices is positioned on a starboard side of the platform's centerline. Each wake-modifying device is moveable between a non-deployed position and a deployed position in which the wake-modifying device is angled downwardly at an angle relative to the top surface of the generally horizontal platform.
US09802682B2	Butt joint octagonal frustum type floating production storage and offloading system A butt joint octagonal frustum type floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) system, wherein a floating body is provided with an upper structural body in an octagonal frustum shape and a lower structural body in a regular octagonal frustum shape; in a combined state, a smaller bottom surface of the upper structural body is fixedly connected with a smaller bottom surface of the lower structural body, to form a junction surface; the axis of the upper structural body and the axis of the lower structural body are positioned on the same straight line; the larger bottom of the upper structural body acts as an upper deck of the floating structure and the larger bottom of the lower structural body acts as a lower plate underwater of the floating structure; the junction surface is a full-load waterplane of the floating structure.
US09802679B2	Hybrid winch with controlled release and torque impulse generation control for anchor handling offshore A hybrid winch system is disclosed, including but not limited to an electric winch; an electric generator for providing generator power to the electric winch; a battery for providing stored power to the electric winch; an anchor cable wound around a roller drum for the electric winch; an anchor attached to a distal end of the anchor cable; and a controller for applying the generator power and the stored power to the electric winch. A method for controlling the hybrid winch is also disclosed.
US09802678B2	Anchor systems and methods An anchor apparatus including a base comprising a first portion that is positioned at a first level and a second portion that is positioned at a second level that is elevated from the first level, wherein the base includes a back plate that covers a portion between the first level and the second level.
US09802673B2	Electric bike powertrain with dual planetary gear sets and ring gear pedal reaction torque measurement A number of variations may include an electric cycle powertrain having a first planetary gear set and a second planetary gear set, wherein the second planetary gear set is constructed and arranged to selectively overdrive a pedal cadence and wherein the first planetary gear set is constructed and arranged to selectively provide additional gear ratio for a motor.
US09802672B1	Bicycle pedal adjustably configured for use with multiple shoe cleats A bicycle pedal adapted for use with a plurality of different shoe cleats each having a respective cleat configuration. The bicycle pedal includes a front hook adapted to be engageable with a first portion of a shoe cleat, a cleat contact surface coupled to the front hook and adapted to be engageable with a second portion of the shoe cleat, and a rear hook coupled to the cleat contact surface and adapted to be engageable with a third portion of the shoe cleat. The front hook, cleat contact surface, and rear hook define an engagement configuration complimentary to the cleat configuration and are configured such that the engagement configuration is selectively adjustable to conform to the cleat configuration.
US09802667B2	Vehicle body frame structure for saddle-type vehicle A vehicle includes left and right main frames that may have their front ends connected to a head pipe, and may be disposed such that the distance between the left and right main frames is progressively greater in a rearward direction. The left and right main frames may be connected to each other by an upper plate-like member, and the upper plate-like member may have a front edge spaced rearwardly from the head pipe and have left and right ends welded respectively to the left and right main frames.
US09802663B1	Tab-and-slot frame members with a stringer A frame may comprise a plurality of interlocking tab-and-slot frame members forming a three-dimensional structure. A removable stringer may be designed into one or more of the interlocking tab-and-slot frame members. The stringers may be removed after positioning and welding of tab-and slot frame members together. Notches may also be designed into and formed as additional features of a tab-and-slot frame member. Notches may serve as a guide for bending tab-and-slot frame members and in the creation of tabs and/or slots of the tab-and-slot frame members.
US09802652B1	Removable mud flap A mud flap assembly is suitable for use with a vehicle. The mud flap assembly includes a rod assembly that is configured to be mounted to the vehicle. The rod assembly has an elongate housing and a stop extending from the housing. The mud flap assembly further includes a mud flap. A keyway extends through a portion of the mud flap. A first part of the keyway is sized and configured to rotatably engage the elongate housing. A second part of the keyway engages the stop to limit rotation of the mud flap between a first position and a second position. The mud flap also includes biasing element that biases the mud flap toward the first position when the mud flap is in the second position.
US09802651B2	Vehicle body structure A vehicle body structure includes an outer body panel and a reinforcement panel. The outer body panel at least partially defines a pillar portion that has a front edge that at least partially defines a door opening, and a rear edge that at least partially defines a rear window opening. The reinforcement panel is rigidly fixed to the outer body panel and includes an upper attachment section, a lower attachment section and a main section that extends between the upper attachment section and the lower attachment section. The upper attachment section is attached to the outer body panel. The lower attachment section extends downward from the main section to proximate a lower edge of the rear window opening. The main section includes a first contoured area defining a first seatbelt anchor support and a second area spaced apart from the first contoured area that defines a second seatbelt anchor support.
US09802647B2	Device for controlling steering wheel and method for controlling steering wheel using same A device for controlling a steering wheel and a method for controlling a steering wheel using the same that includes: a detecting bar which is rotated in conjunction with a steering shaft of an industrial vehicle's steering wheel; a sensor at one side of the detecting bar so as to detect a steering angle of the steering wheel by means of the detecting bar; and a controller which controls the steering wheel based on a sensing signal of the sensor so as to position the steering wheel in a neutral position during a time when electric power is applied to the industrial vehicle and the industrial vehicle is initialized. When an operator turns on a power source of the electric forklift, the steering wheel is positioned in the neutral position to enable an operator to immediately drive the electric forklift without confirming a position of the steering wheel.
US09802641B2	Steering system A rack housing includes first and second rack housing members aligned in the axial direction of the rack shaft and coupled to each other in the vicinity of a speed reducer. A speed reducer casing is provided in its outer wall with a through hole. A belt tension adjusting mechanism includes: an adjusting shaft rotatably attached to the speed reducer casing; an eccentric shaft attached to the outer periphery of the adjusting shaft so as to be rotatable together with the adjusting shaft; two bearings disposed on the outer periphery of the eccentric shaft and axially away from each other; and a tension pulley rotatably attached to the outer periphery of the eccentric shaft via the bearings. A first end of the adjusting shaft is exposed to the outside of the speed reducer casing through the through hole.
US09802630B2	Vehicle safety railroad crossing system A vehicle safety railroad crossing system comprising a system for preventing collisions between trains and motor vehicles at railroad crossings. The vehicle safety railroad crossing system functions to alert the train's engineer and brakeman of the vehicle ahead obstructing the tracks, and automatically apply the train's brakes to prevent a collision.
US09802628B2	Anti-climbing protection apparatus for a rail vehicle An anti-climbing protection apparatus for a rail vehicle includes at least one buffer supported by an energy absorption element connected to a rail vehicle frame. In order to permit such a protection apparatus to be produced economically, to reliably prevent overriding and to be comparatively easy to retrofit, a bearing element is fastened to an end of the energy absorption element facing away from the vehicle frame. The bearing element supports an anti-climbing protection device at an end thereof protruding in a vertical direction from the buffer. In the event of a crash, a horizontally oriented stop, in cooperation with the front of the rail vehicle, permits an anti-climbing protection element of the anti-climbing protection device to be brought from the stop into an anti-climbing protection position extending outward over the buffer.
US09802625B2	Method and system for drive for setback platform system Systems and methods for a shuttle platform that is configured to allow a path for one or more passengers to load or unload from a light rail transit vehicle that runs on a shared track. The shuttle platform can move in a linear plane and may be operationally engaged with a drive system comprising, a drive component and a combination position lock and drive mechanism disconnect. The drive component may comprise a transfer component. The combination position lock and drive mechanism disconnect may comprise: a drive disengage latch; a secondary lock latch selectably alternatively engagable between strikers; a manual drive receiver simultaneously operationally engagable with both the drive disengage latch and the secondary lock latch, and comprising a manual drive work output operationally engagable with the manual drive work input; and an automatic release.
US09802615B2	Vehicle and control method for vehicle Each of a first clutch and a second clutch is, for example, an electromagnetic clutch that is operated by an electromagnetic actuator, and is supplied with electric power from the same in-vehicle battery as a starter motor of an engine. An electronic control unit is configured to not change a drive mode during a stop of the engine, and, after a predetermined period has elapsed from a start of operation of the starter motor at a startup of the engine (for example, the startup has completed) and a battery voltage has been recovered, change the drive mode to any one of a two-wheel drive mode and a four-wheel drive mode with the first clutch and the second clutch.
US09802614B1	Apparatus and method for controlling lane change considering priority There are provided an apparatus and a method for controlling a lane change considering priority. The apparatus for controlling a lane change includes: a collision judger checking whether or not there is an object vehicle having collision possibility that attempts to change a lane from a region of interest road corresponding to an ego-road on which an ego-vehicle is being driven to a target road to which the ego-vehicle changes the lane, before or during the lane change of the ego-vehicle; and a priority determiner determining a priority vehicle that first performs the lane change among the ego-vehicle and the object vehicle considering at least one of accessibility to the target road of the ego-vehicle and the object vehicle when there is the object vehicle, and accessibility to a join point when the object vehicle or the ego-vehicle is positioned on a road to be joined.
US09802607B2	Method and device for synchronising an idler pinion of a gearbox with the shaft thereof The invention relates to a method for synchronising the common speed (ω p) of two concentric primary shafts (1, 6) of a hybrid transmission in a hybrid operating mode wherein said two shafts are rotatably connected by a first coupling means (5), with the speed (ω s) of a secondary transmission shaft (10) comprising at least one idler pinion for allowing the coupling of one of said pinions (11, 12) to the shaft (10) thereof by closing a second coupling means (13) that does not have mechanical synchronisation bodies, the torque (Te) of the electric machine being temporarily reduced during the synchronisation phase in order to meet the conditions of a perfect coupling when the value thereof caps at an upper limit value (Temax) or a lower limit value (Temin).
US09802605B2	Electric vehicle and on-board battery charging apparatus therefor An electric vehicle and a range extender engine are shown including the controls to operate the same.
US09802602B2	Methods and system for mitigating engine and motor torque disturbances of a hybrid vehicle Systems and methods for operating a transmission of a hybrid powertrain that includes a motor/generator are described. The systems and methods may improve engine starting during engine starts where little or larger driver demand torques are requested. In one example, engine torque may be commanded to a torque based on a filtered driver demand torque, the filtered driver demand torque filtered based on a position of an accelerator pedal.
US09802600B2	Power control device and hybrid construction machine provided with same In a power control device, when the necessary power is greater than an upper limit value and either the integral power value or the duration time of an assist provided by an electric storage device during a continuous assist by the electric storage device exceeds a predetermined first threshold value, a controller performs a first control of reducing an assist power by the electric storage device to a value smaller than an assist power for the regular control and greater than zero. Further, when the necessary power is greater than the upper limit value and either the integral power value or the duration time exceeds a predetermined second threshold value greater than the first threshold value, the controller performs a second control of setting the assist power to zero.
US09802599B2	Vehicle lane placement A system of one or more computers can be configured to perform particular operations or actions by virtue of having software, firmware, hardware, or a combination of them installed on the system that in operation causes or cause the system to perform the actions. One or more computer programs can be configured to perform particular operations or actions by virtue of including instructions that, when executed by data processing apparatus, cause the apparatus to perform the actions. One general aspect includes sends video data and light detecting and ranging (LIDAR) data to a recurrent neural network (rnn) that includes feedback elements to identify a roadway feature. The system also sends the data to a dynamic convolutional neural network (dcnn) to identify the feature. Output values are sent to a softmax decision network to aggregate the rnn and the dcnn output values and determine a vehicle positional location on the roadway.
US09802598B2	System and method for controlling hybrid electric vehicle using driving tendency of driver A system and method for controlling a hybrid electric vehicle using a driving tendency are provided. The method includes determining a driving tendency level based on data to determine a driving tendency of a driver and determining a target engine torque using an engine torque map based on a vehicle speed and a required torque. Whether the driving tendency level corresponds to a predetermined level is determined as well as whether the required torque is equal to or greater than a torque that corresponds to an optimal operating point of an engine when the driving tendency level corresponds to the predetermined level. The target engine torque is then adjusted when the required torque is equal to or greater than the torque that corresponds to the optimal operating point of the engine.
US09802582B2	Rotary brush, for motor vehicle washing systems A rotary washing brush assembly for motor vehicle washing systems comprises a plurality of cleaning elements, each of which comprises a plate body applied to a washing brush central shaft; the plate body having a substantially elongated configuration, extending according to a longitudinal axis thereof, and including a plurality of cut-outs defining a plurality of tapering strips having corner portions including either bevelled or non-bevelled corner portions.
US09802579B2	Vehicle wash system A vehicle wash system includes a track system positioned above a wash area and a movable body coupled to the track system. The movable body is movable along at least two axes and includes a gripping mechanism to selectively hold and release one or more wash tools.
US09802577B2	Wiper blade for cleaning panes in particular of motor vehicles The invention relates to a production method and to a wiper blade for wiping panes, in particular motor vehicle panes, comprising a retaining element (12) for receiving a wiper strip (14), said retaining element having two spring rails (28, 30) which are separated from each other by a gap (32) and to which a connecting device (20) is fixed. The connecting device has a wiper blade-side part (15) with claw-like receiving portions (34, 36) that engage around the retaining element (12) at least in some regions. Each of the receiving portions (34, 36) has an internal width (42) that expands in the direction of the gap (32).
US09802576B2	End fitting having a coupling device for a wiper blade The invention relates to an end piece (11) of a windshield wiper comprising at least one wiper blade (1). Said end piece (11) has a first part (12) and a second part (13) which are connected to each other by a removable attachment means, and a blocking means (28) for preventing the wiper blade (1) from moving relative to the end piece (11), said blocking means (28) comprising a securing device (33) and an actuating element (51). The securing device (33) is designed to pinch the wiper blade (1) and is subject to a force exerted by the actuating element (51). The end piece is for use in motor vehicles.
US09802573B2	Smart key system A smart key system includes a control unit mounted on a vehicle and configured to cause vehicle-mounted equipment to perform a predetermined operation when a first receiving unit has shifted from a state where a response signal is receivable to a state where the response signal is unreceivable in a case where a predetermined manipulation has been performed in the vehicle or a portable device; and a communicable distance extending unit configured such that at least one of a transmission intensity with which a first transmitting unit transmits a request signal and a reception sensitivity with which a second receiving unit receives the request signal is made higher than a predetermined normal value until a predetermined timing when the predetermined manipulation has been performed in the vehicle or the portable device.
US09802572B2	Driver circuit for an inductor coil, method for operating an inductor coil and active transmission system with a driver circuit In some embodiments of the present disclosure, a method for operating an inductor coil may include: charging a capacitor by means of a charging current at a reference voltage; and discharging the charged capacitor in an oscillating manner via the inductor coil. The discharging is ended when a current passing through the inductor coil has passed through an entire oscillation period or a multiple thereof.
US09802567B2	Curtain airbag for vehicle A curtain airbag for a vehicle is provided. The curtain airbag includes a rear panel positioned toward a window of a vehicle, a front panel that longitudinally extends to have a length greater than a length of the rear panel, and the front panel is configured to interiorly fold and protrude a length the front panel exceeds the rear panel. An outer sewing line couples a boundary of the front panel and a boundary of the rear panel together while a protruded portion of the front panel folds in a backward orientation.
US09802566B2	Adaptive suppression of vehicle restraint system A vehicle has a restraint system with at least two restraint devices. A sensor detects a potential collision object and outputs a signal representing a relative position of the potential collision object to the vehicle. A processing device suppresses deployment of at least one of the restraint devices based at least in part on the signal output by the at least one sensor.
US09802564B2	Method and system for alleviating the consequences of a collision A method for alleviating the consequences of a collision of a vehicle, having a front axle and/or a rear axle with at least one roll stabilization device with which torques can be applied in the region of the front axle and/or the rear axle for the purpose of roll stabilization. In order to alleviate the consequences of collisions of vehicles, in the event of a collision protective torques are generated using the roll stabilization devices.
US09802555B2	Vehicle body seal with trim strip An arrangement having a sealing profile of a vehicle body seal and a trim strip connectable to the sealing profile with the trim strip being pressed against the sealing profile perpendicularly to the longitudinal direction of the profile. Two connecting projections running parallel to and at a distance from each other in the longitudinal direction of the strip protrude from the trim strip. The sealing profile has groove recesses running in the longitudinal direction of the profile for receiving one connecting projection each. The connecting projections are undercut, as seen counter to the press-on direction, and the groove recesses are undercut in the press-on direction. The undercuts of the groove recesses are formed by rib projections for engagement in one undercut each of the connecting projections. The rib projections are tongues which are elastically bendable by the connecting projections when the trim strip is pressed onto the sealing profile.
US09802554B1	Exterior trim for a motor vehicle An exterior trim for a motor vehicle has a body that forms a surface of the exterior trim. The body has an exterior surface and an interior surface, and defines a recess or cut-out. The body has a single undulating wall formed on the interior surface of the body substantially perpendicular to a plane defined by the body, and the single undulating wall at least partially surrounds the recess or cut-out. The exterior trim also includes a human-machine interface (HMI) device disposed at least partially within the recess or cut-out of the body. The HMI device may be used to externally control certain features of the motor vehicle.
US09802550B2	On-vehicle camera mounting structure An on-vehicle camera mounting structure includes a bracket arranged on a window, and a spring part that is arranged in the bracket and applies force in a direction towards the window onto the on-vehicle camera.
US09802545B1	Motor vehicle ice sensor assembly and method of operation A frozen accumulation detection assembly and method of operation for a motor vehicle is provided. The assembly includes a light source for emitting light on a surface of the motor vehicle, such as running board, and a sensor for measuring a reflectance level of the light off of the surface of the motor vehicle. The assembly further includes a heating element coupled to the surface of the motor vehicle. The reflectance level may be used as an indicator of frozen accumulation on the surface of the motor vehicle, and may help determine if the heating element should be energized.
US09802542B2	Trailer angle detection system calibration A dynamic calibration method for calibrating a trailer angle detection system of a vehicle towing a trailer includes providing cameras configured to be disposed at the vehicle so as to have respective fields of view. Image data captured by at least some of the cameras is processed as the vehicle is driven forwardly and towing the trailer. A location of a portion of the trailer is determined via processing of captured image data. Responsive at least in part to processing of captured image data, a plurality of trailer parameters and vehicle-trailer interface parameters are determined. The plurality of trailer parameters and vehicle-trailer interface parameters are determined while the vehicle is driven forwardly and towing the trailer. The trailer angle detection system of the vehicle is calibrated responsive to determination that the trailer portion is not where the system expects it to be when the vehicle is traveling straight forward.
US09802540B2	Process for representing vehicle surroundings information of a motor vehicle The invention relates to a process for representing vehicle surroundings information of a motor vehicle, wherein the process comprises the following steps: recording a front surrounding environment of a vehicle by at least two cameras provided on a vehicle front end of the motor vehicle; detecting objects within the recorded front surrounding environment; if at least one object is detected within the front surrounding environment, determining a field of view of a driver of the motor vehicle and making a comparison to determine whether the object detrimentally affects the field of view of the driver of the motor vehicle; if the field of view of the driver is detrimentally affected by the detected object, acquiring information from the recorded front surrounding environment that is not within the field of view of the driver of the motor vehicle; and providing a perspective representation of the acquired information in the determined field of view of the driver.
US09802535B2	Seat having ambient lighting A vehicle seating assembly includes a seatback. A support frame is partially enclosed by a seatback panel assembly. A seatback cushion assembly is supported on a seatback carrier and is proximate the seatback panel assembly. An external peripheral gap is defined between the seatback panel assembly and the seatback cushion assembly. A light source is defined in the seatback carrier and is configured to emit light into the external peripheral gap. A seat includes a support frame partially enclosed by a panel assembly. A seat cushion assembly is proximate the panel assembly. An external peripheral gap is defined between the panel assembly and the seat cushion assembly. A light source is defined in a seat carrier and is configured to emit light into the external peripheral gap.
US09802532B2	System for detecting surrounding conditions of moving body This system for detecting the surrounding: conditions of a moving body forcibly changes the state of at least one of a plurality of lighting devices (change from an unlit stats to a lighting state or a blinking state, change in the emission color, or change in the luminance) installed inside the moving body if an object to which attention must be paid during traveling of the moving body is detected in the surroundings of the moving body.
US09802531B2	Vehicle rear illumination A vehicle is presented that includes a lift gate operably connected to a body and operable between open and closed positions. A taillight is positioned at a rear end of the body. A cargo lamp is positioned on an inboard surface of the taillight such that the cargo lamp is concealed when the lift gate is in the closed position.
US09802522B2	Vehicle beverage holder A holder for a vehicle that temporarily holds and continuously adjusts the orientation of a beverage container filled with a liquid that prevents spills as the vehicle is moving. The holder includes a base with an upper hole with a smooth perimeter edge and a suspended beverage container vessel that fits into the upper hole and rests against the perimeter edge. The container vessel includes a downward extending, half-spherical upper member and a lower neck. Formed inside the container vessel is a center bore that receives a complimentary shaped beverage container. The upper member and the perimeter edge on the base are configured to form a gripping space between the beverage container and the upper member. When the lower neck is placed inside the upper hole, the base's perimeter edge supports the upper member and allows the vessel to swivel freely when a beverage container is placed in the vessel.
US09802519B2	Connectors for speakers disposed in headrests The technology can be embodied in a headrest that includes an enclosure that includes one or more acoustic transducers. The headrest includes a bar for mounting on a backrest of the seat, such that the mounted headrest is movable with respect to the backrest to different positions over an adjustable range. The bar includes one or more wires each of which is coupled to an electrical contact at one end, and an acoustic transducer at an opposite end, the one or more wires disposed within a hollow interior portion of the bar. The bar also includes an opening for permitting an electrical connection to be established between an electrical connector coupled to an external source, and the electrical contact coupled to the one or more wires. The connection is maintained over the adjustable range of the headrest by a mechanical bias on either the electrical connector or the electrical contact.
US09802518B2	Pneumatic adjustment arrangement for a vehicle seat A pneumatic adjustment arrangement for a vehicle seat. The pneumatic adjustment arrangement has at least one chamber or bladder, which can be filled with a pressure medium, as an adjustment element. Furthermore, the pneumatic adjustment arrangement has a fluid line for the filling and/or evacuation of the chamber. Additionally, the pneumatic adjustment arrangement has a valve device which is provided in the fluid line for volume flow regulation. Finally, the pneumatic adjustment arrangement has a noise absorber which is likewise arranged in the fluid line in order to absorb noise generated in the fluid line. In this way, it is possible to create a pneumatic adjustment arrangement for a vehicle seat, in particular for comfort functions, such that objectionable noises during the execution of the comfort fiction are reduced.
US09802517B1	Aligning tower structure for locating a side shield on a base of a vehicle seat A vehicle seat includes a seat base, a side shield coupled to the seat base and defining inward and outward surfaces and an attachment tower extending from a central portion of the inward surface to an attachment flange of the seat base. The side shield conceals the attachment tower and the attachment flange, and the attachment tower defines a guide for connecting the attachment tower and flange.
US09802515B2	Vehicle seat strap retaining assembly A vehicle seat strap retaining assembly having a seat cushion section, a seatback section and a strap attachment structure. The seatback section is attached to the seat cushion. The seatback section has a passenger's back supporting surface and an upper end surface that includes a central indentation area configured to receive a child seat retaining strap. The strap attachment structure is rigidly fixed to one of the seat cushion section and the seatback section beneath the central indentation area. The central indentation area and the strap attachment structure are positioned and configured such that with a child seat positioned on the seat cushion section, a securing strap of the child seat extending over the upper end surface of the seatback section overlays the central indentation area and attaches to the child seat supporting strap attachment structure.
US09802499B2	High-voltage charging device A charging device for electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids has a housing. At least one printed circuit board with fuses thereon is arranged on the printed circuit board. The printed circuit board, together with the fuses, is arranged in the interior of the housing and is connected to the housing in a force-fitting and/or interlocking manner by at least one fastening element (2). A covering element (1) covers the printed circuit board and the fastening element (2) at least in sections, and insertion or removal of the fuses onto or from the printed circuit board can be carried out only by removing the printed circuit board from the interior of the housing. The covering element (1) has to be damaged at least in sections to remove the printed circuit board.
US09802498B2	Subframe for a motor vehicle A subframe of a front or rear region of a motor vehicle, includes two longitudinal members which are spaced apart from each other in a transverse direction of the motor vehicle and are connected with each other via at least one cross member; a stiffening structure for increasing a torsion stiffness of the subframe; and a charging module for contactless energy transfer, wherein the charging module is integrated in the stiffening structure, and is connected with the stiffening structure exclusively via decoupling bearings.
US09802488B2	Board and vehicle having the same A board for a vehicle includes: a base, a plurality of operation units that are provided in the base, perform predetermined functions, and generate signals when they are pressed, a guard unit that is provided in the base and has a plurality of guards that are provided at outer peripheries of the plurality of operation units and formed to be vertically movable, and a movement unit that vertically moves the plurality of guards, is normally used as a general board, and is used as a board having a storage space when there is an object required to be stored, and therefore it is possible to improve user convenience and prevent failure of the object.
US09802484B2	Method and display device for transitioning display information A method for displaying information, in which at least one first graphical object is graphically displayed on a display area, and, in the case of a change to a second graphical object, a control device generates graphic data that control the display area in a manner that causes the first object to disappear and the second object to be faded in. In the case of a change to the second object, the control device generates graphic data that control the display area such that, in the perspective representation on the display area, the first graphical object is swiveled out about a first axis disposed outside of the display area; and, in the perspective representation on the display area, the second graphical object is swiveled in about a second axis disposed outside of the display area, until it is fully displayed.
US09802480B2	High-pressure tank Provided is a high-pressure tank that includes a tank main body including a mouthpiece, a valve fitted to the mouthpiece, and a pipe extending from the valve in an axially inward direction of the tank main body and for ejecting a gas into the tank main body. The pipe includes an ejection nozzle provided at an end of the pipe and for ejecting the gas, a first bent portion located between the ejection nozzle and the valve and extending in a direction inclined relative to an axial direction of the tank main body, and a second bent portion having the ejection nozzle and extending in a direction inclined relative to the axial direction. One of an inclination angle of the first bent portion relative to the axial direction and an inclination angle of the second bent portion relative to the axial direction is larger than 0° and not larger than 90°, and the other is not smaller than −0° and smaller than 0°, when the pipe is viewed in a direction perpendicular to the axial direction.
US09802477B2	Non-metallic fuel tank A non-metallic fuel tank includes a non-metallic tank body, at least one coupling device or mounting system for coupling the non-metallic tank body to a bed of a truck or to a trolley, and a fuel fill opening. A grounding wire may be coupled to the non-metallic tank as well as a fuel line connector which is also coupled to the existing fuel system of a truck. A mounting system for a non-metallic fuel tank includes two rear toe clamps and two front mounting assemblies which include a front mount base and an angle iron coupled together. A portable fuel tank includes a non-metallic tank body and a trolley coupled to the tank body. The trolley includes a base, a mounting system for coupling the non-metallic tank body and the base, at least one handle and at least one wheel.
US09802474B2	Electric vehicle An electric vehicle capable of efficiently and reliably cooling a power converter disposed inside an exterior. The electric vehicle includes a frame extending in a longitudinal direction of the electric vehicle, a power converter being long in the longitudinal direction of the electric vehicle along the frame, and an exterior extending in the longitudinal direction to cover the frame and the power converter, the exterior defining a cooling air path between the power converter to allow cooling air to flow the cooling air path. The power converter includes a plurality of heat radiation fins extending in the longitudinal direction of the electric vehicle in the cooling air path, the heat radiation fins protruding toward an inner surface of the exterior. Some of the heat radiation fins are closer to the inner surface of the exterior than the other heat radiation fins.
US09802471B2	Transmission, hybrid drive train, and drive train for an electric vehicle A transmission includes a main gear set, an auxiliary gear set and an electric motor with a rotor and a stator. A third shaft of the main gear set is connected to a transmission output shaft. A first shaft of the auxiliary gear set is constantly connected to the rotor. A second shaft of the auxiliary gear set is connectable through a first auxiliary shift element to a first shaft of the main gear set or a second shaft of the main gear set and through a second auxiliary shift element to a fourth shaft of the main gear set. A third shaft of the auxiliary gear set is constantly connected to the third shaft of the main gear set.
US09802460B2	Electric vehicle thermal management system with series and parallel structure Electric vehicle thermal management systems and electric vehicles using the thermal management system, are disclosed. A passenger cabin is heated by the heat dissipated from a battery and/or a motor. A cooling circuit in the management system fluidly connects the battery, the motor and a first radiator in series. The first radiator provides a heat source to the passenger cabin by means of the heat dissipated from the battery and/or the electric motor. Under certain conditions, the electric motor is selectively separated from the cooling circuit, so that when the passenger cabin needs to be heated, the thermal management system can provide heat to the passenger cabin without affecting the heat dissipation of the battery.
US09802459B2	Self-contained flameless fluid heating system A heating system is connected to a source of supply fluid to be heated, and has an internal combustion engine provided with engine coolant and gases that flow to and from the engine, and are heated thereby. A heat generator is provided in fluid communication with a supply of heat transfer fluid for circulating the heat transfer fluid in the heat generator causing fluid friction to create heat directly in the heat transfer fluid, and provide heated transfer fluid that is not in fluid communication with the engine. A fluid heat exchanger arrangement is provided in fluid communication with the supply fluid, the engine coolant, the gases of the engine and the heated transfer fluid for transferring heat from the heated engine coolant, the heated engine gases, and the heated transfer fluid to heat the supply fluid.
US09802447B2	Tire pressure monitoring system A tire pressure monitoring system includes a tire valve stem mounted tire pressure gauge and an externally powerable remote display unit. The pressure gauge includes a pressure sensor, a wake circuit, a processor, and a first radio frequency (RF) module. The remote display unit includes a second RF module and a display. The wake circuit is adapted to activate the processor periodically at a predetermined interval of time and causes the processor to receive an output signal from the pressure sensor. The output of the pressure sensor is indicative of a tire pressure detected by the pressure sensor. The remote display unit is adapted to display the measured tire pressure value without any user input.
US09802431B2	Impact damping device for print-head assembly and printing apparatus incorporating same A print-head assembly for a printing apparatus includes: a carriage with a frame configured to be supported on a gantry for movement in a travel direction over a print surface; a print-head unit having one or more print heads mounted on the carriage; and an impact damping device mounted on an end region of the carriage in the travel direction, wherein an impact member of the damping device presents a contact surface in the travel direction. The impact member is mounted to the carriage frame for resilient movement over a buffer distance substantially parallel to the travel direction between a first extended position and a second retracted position for absorbing or damping an impact during movement of the carriage in the travel direction.
US09802430B2	Ink discharge unit and unit assembling method The ink discharge unit includes a biasing member. The biasing member is fixed to a fixing member immovably fitted to a carriage body that moves relative to a recording medium. The biasing member, while being thus fixed, biases an inkjet head in a direction illustrated with an arrow and in a direction illustrated with another arrow for position alignment of the inkjet head relative to the fixing member. The inkjet head, while being biased by the biasing member, is fixed to the fixing member. The fixing member has curved portions that regulate movements of the inkjet head in the directions illustrated with the arrows by way of contacts with the inkjet head.
US09802427B1	Printers and methods for detecting print media thickness therein Printer is provided having support base on which print media travels. Printer includes thickness detection module and processor. Thickness detection module includes pinch arm assembly with pinch arm having first and second ends, encoder, and proximate dual channel encoder sensor. First end is biased toward support base. Encoder with number of circumferentially spaced line pairs is disposed at second end. Pinch arm and encoder configured to rotate in response to engagement of pinch arm with at least print media portion. Dual channel encoder sensor configured to detect rotation direction and encoder count and output signal representing encoder count. Encoder count is number of circumferentially spaced line pairs that pass by dual channel encoder sensor as pinch arm and encoder rotate. Processor is communicatively coupled to dual channel encoder sensor and configured to receive signal and calculate print media thickness of portion from encoder count using conversion factor.
US09802417B2	Liquid container and liquid ejection system Leakage of liquid from a liquid container is reduced. A liquid container capable of containing liquid has: a liquid containing portion capable of containing the liquid; a liquid inlet port receiving injection of the liquid into the liquid containing portion; an atmosphere opening port communicating with the liquid containing portion and introducing atmosphere into the liquid containing portion; an atmosphere communicating portion leading to the liquid containing portion from the atmosphere opening port; a first face oriented outward; and a second face oriented outward in a direction that is different from a direction of the first face. The atmosphere communicating portion includes a plurality of atmosphere chambers, and the plurality of atmosphere chambers include a first atmosphere chamber provided in the first face, and a second atmosphere chamber provided in the second face.
US09802414B2	Array-type ink cartridge The present invention relates to an array-type ink cartridge. The present array-type ink cartridge comprises: a plurality of ink cartridge modules which each have a pair of heads arranged so as to cross each other in the longitudinal direction so that the print width expands; and a fixing plate for fixing the plurality of ink cartridge modules and aligning the fixing position so that the plurality of ink cartridge modules are in an array configuration in the longitudinal direction of the ink cartridge modules or the width direction of the ink cartridges. The array-type ink cartridge according to embodiments of the present invention can embody various colors and print widths of various sizes by using a plurality of ink cartridge modules, and can optionally expand the number of ink cartridge modules used according to the characteristics of a printing device.
US09802406B2	Liquid jet head and liquid jet device The present invention relates to a liquid jet device comprising an actuator plate on which injection channels and non-injection channels are arranged side by side, a cover plate laminated on a surface of the actuator plate and including slits communicating into the injection channels, common electrodes and individual electrodes formed on inner surfaces of the injection channels and the non-injection channels, and common wires and individual wires formed on surfaces of bank portions of the actuator plate, and common pad portions and individual pad portions connected to the common wires and the individual wires, and connected to flexible boards in protruding end portions are formed in a portion of a back surface of the cover plate outside the slits.
US09802398B2	Transfer lamination In a method of laminating a transfer layer to a substrate, a transfer layer is provided on a carrier layer. Portions of the transfer layer are selectively removed from the carrier layer using an adhesive panel by heating portions of the adhesive panel corresponding to the portions of the transfer layer, and transferring the portions of the transfer layer from the carrier layer to the adhesive panel. A transfer section of the transfer layer is then transferred from the carrier layer to a surface of the substrate by fracturing the transfer layer along an edge of the transfer section.
US09802395B2	Synthetic resin laminate The present invention provides a synthetic resin laminate, which is excellent in terms of shape stability in a high-temperature or high-humidity environment, surface hardness, heat resistance, coating adhesion and the like. The synthetic resin laminate is formed by laminating a resin layer (A) including 5% to 55% by mass of a (meth)acrylate copolymer (C) and 95% to 45% by mass of a polycarbonate (D) on one surface or both surfaces of a base material layer (B) comprising polycarbonate, wherein the synthetic resin laminate is characterized: in that the (meth)acrylate copolymer (C) includes an aromatic (meth)acrylate unit (c1) and a methyl methacrylate unit (c2) at a mass ratio (c1/c2) of 5 to 80/20 to 95; in that the mass average molecular weight of the (meth)acrylate copolymer (C) is 5,000 to 30,000; and in that the viscosity average molecular weight of the polycarbonate (D) is 21,000 to 40,000.
US09802392B2	Microtextured multilayered elastic laminates with enhanced strength and elasticity and methods of making thereof Stronger elastic laminates having an improved microtextured appearance, as well as methods of preparing the laminates, are disclosed herein. Particularly, the present disclosure is directed to multilayered elastic laminates including at least one thermoplastic elastomeric film layer and at least one plastic layer coextruded together, stretched and then relaxed. The prepared laminates have enhanced overall strength and elasticity.
US09802389B2	Pure wooden laminated board and an aluminium-wood composite laminated board device with application of the pure wooden laminated board A pure wooden laminated board and an aluminum-wood composite laminated board device with application of the pure wooden laminated board, having a plurality of pure wooden boards, a first pure wooden side board, a second pure wooden side board, and a plurality of screws and nuts. Each of the pure wooden boards has a laminating side. The laminating sides are each provided with an expansion joint and a plurality of screw holes, and adhesive is applied to the laminating sides; each of the pure wooden boards is aligned and laminated to form into an integrated pure wooden laminated board assembly. The screws are engaged with the respective screw holes of each of the pure wooden boards, and the screws are fastened by the nuts; each of the pure wooden side boards is provided on the respective laminating sides at two sides of the pure wooden laminated board assembly.
US09802375B2	Counter stretch connecting rod and positive fill level control rod A mold device and a method related thereto for forming a plastic container from a preform. The mold device comprises a mold defining a mold cavity, an optional stretch initiation rod system for engaging an interior portion of the preform to define a stretch initiation area, and a centrally disposed pressure source positionable within the preform for introducing a pressurized fluid.
US09802369B2	Epoxy core with expandable microspheres A method of fabricating a formed structure with expandable polymeric shell microspheres. A first plurality of polymeric shell microspheres are heated from an unexpanded state to an expanded state to form a plurality of expanded microspheres. The plurality of expanded microspheres are mixed with an epoxy resin and a second plurality of unexpanded polymeric shell microspheres. The mixture is formed in a shape to create a preform. The preform is wrapped with fiber tape to create a wrapped preform. The wrapped preform is placed in a mold. The mold is heated and the second plurality of unexpanded microspheres expand from an unexpanded state to an expanded state. The mold is cooled and the formed structure is removed from the mold.
US09802350B2	Opening/closing apparatus and molding apparatus The present invention aims to stably maintain the posture of a crosshead by means of guide bars without an increase in the size of a link housing or tie bars. An opening/closing apparatus according to the present invention includes: a pressure-receiving plate (14); a fixed platen (12) to which a fixed mold (18) is to be mounted; a frame (11) on which the pressure-receiving plate (14) and the fixed platen (12) are installed; and a movable platen (16) which is movable on the frame (11) and to which a movable mold (19) is to be mounted. The opening/closing apparatus also includes: a crosshead movement mechanism including guide members (50) extending from the pressure-receiving plate (14), and a crosshead (25) whose movement is guided by the guide members (50); an opening/closing mechanism for opening/closing a mold, including a toggle link mechanism (22) connecting the pressure-receiving plate (14), the crosshead (25) and the movable platen (16), and a drive mechanism for driving the toggle link mechanism (22); and a guide member support mechanism for supporting the guide members (50). The guide member support mechanism has support portions (56) which are slidable on the upper surface of the frame (11).
US09802342B2	Method and device for application of structural materials There is disclosed a method of applying activatable material to a member of an article of manufacture such as an automotive vehicle. According to the method, the activatable material is provided to an applicator followed by applying the activatable material to the member wherein the activatable material is attached by way of a mechanical interlock via one or more through-holes.
US09802337B2	Abrasive regeneration method Technique to provide an abrasive regeneration method which, from a used abrasive, can recover an abrasive by an efficient method and can thereafter obtain a high-purity regenerated abrasive by a simple method. This abrasive regeneration method uses an abrasive comprising at least one type of abrasive selected from diamond, boron nitride, silicon carbide, alumina, alumina zirconia, zirconium oxide and cerium oxide. The abrasive regeneration involves a slurry recovery step (A) for recovering an abrasive slurry discharged from a polishing machine, a separation and concentration step (B) for adding an alkaline earth metal salt as an inorganic salt to the recovered abrasive slurry to aggregate the abrasive, and separating and concentrating the abrasive from a mother liquor, an abrasive recovery step (C) for recovering the separated and concentrated abrasive, and a second concentration step (D) for filter-treating the concentrated abrasive.
US09802328B2	Razor cartridge guard structure A novel guard structure of a razor is shown including rows of elongated hard plastic protrusions having rounded (e.g., not sharp or pointed) tips arranged on a tip curved profile. The rounded valleys between the protrusions are also arranged on a curved profile which may be different than that of the tip curved profile. The valleys encompass an inner protrusion volume which increases going back to front end of the guard structure. Preferably, the front end volumes are larger than the back end inner protrusion volumes to assist in trapping and distributing shaving aid. In one embodiment having six protrusions, the inner protrusion volume between a second and third protrusion is the largest, while a volume between first and second protrusion is the second largest volume. The guard structure is disposed in front of the blades formed within the housing and may extend past the front end of the housing.
US09802322B2	Mobile robot providing environmental mapping for household environmental control A mobile robot includes a processor connected to a memory and a wireless network circuit, for executing routines stored in the memory and commands generated by the routines and received via the wireless network circuit. The processor drives the mobile robot to a multiplicity of accessible two dimensional locations within a household, and commands an end effector, including at least one motorized actuator, to perform mechanical work in the household. A plurality of routines include a first routine which monitors a wireless local network and detects a presence of a network entity on the wireless local network, a second routine which receives a signal from a sensor detecting an action state of one of the network entities, the action state changeable between waiting and active, and a third routine which commands the end effector to change state of performing mechanical work based on the presence and on the action state.
US09802317B1	Methods and systems for remote perception assistance to facilitate robotic object manipulation Methods and systems for remote perception assistance to facilitate robotic object manipulation are provided herein. From a model of objects in an environment of a robotic manipulator, a virtual boundary line separating two adjacent identified virtual objects may be identified. The robotic manipulator may be configured to perform a task involving a manipulation of at least one object in the environment represented by the identified virtual objects. Based on the identifying, a request for remote assistance with verifying the virtual boundary line may be sent to a remote assistor device. A response to the request, including a modification to the virtual boundary line, may then be received from the remote assistor device. The robotic manipulator may then be caused to perform the task based on the modification to the virtual boundary line.
US09802313B2	Industrial-use robot and control system and control method for controlling operation of peripheral device A total time necessary for work is shortened by reducing program correcting. A control device has a teaching program storage storing a teaching program, a command interpreter transmitting a movement-related command to a movement-related command separator, determining whether the command is a synchronous interval command or an asynchronous interval command and separating the movement-related command into command of each device according to a determination result, and executing a non-movement-related command, a movement-related command buffer selecting one of the transmission of the movement-related command to the sub-locus calculator and accumulating movement-related command therein based on a device movement state, a main locus calculator calculating movement information on the device on which synchronous control is performed from the movement-related command, a sub-locus calculator calculating movement information on the device that is not a synchronous control target based on the movement-related command, and a motor driver performing operations of the devices.
US09802310B2	Mobile robot estimating own position using a class-based own-position estimation unit A robot is provided. A measurement unit measures an object in a space. An own-position estimation unit calculates an own position of a mobile unit moving through the space by matching measurement data acquired by the measurement unit with map data representing information about the object in the space. A classification unit acquires class-based measurement data obtained by classifying the measurement data into at least two predetermined classes. A class-based own-position estimation unit estimates an own position of the mobile unit for each of the at least two predetermined classes by matching a class-based map having a position of the objects recorded therein for each class with the class-based measurement data. An integration unit configured to integrate the own positions estimated for the respective at least two predetermined classes. A control unit controls the mobile unit based on information from the integration unit.
US09802303B2	Interface for fuel delivery system for combustion fastener driver A fuel delivery system for use with a combustion fastener driver including a cylinder head frame, the system includes a fuel cell with an outer shell having a closed lower end and an open upper end, a closure crimped over the upper end and defining an opening for accommodating a reciprocating valve stem, a fuel cell adapter frictionally engaging the closure and including a flange configured for suspending the fuel cell in a tool fuel cell chamber. The adapter includes a collar configured for receiving the valve stem and being suspended for restricted vertical movement relative to the flange. A stem receiver block is connectable to the cylinder head frame and includes a stem engagement portion configured for directly and sealingly engaging an end of the valve stem, the stem engagement portion being in fluid communication with an internal receiver passage constructed and arranged for delivering fuel to a combustion chamber.
US09802302B1	Universal rotating scroll puller The Universal Rotating Scroll Puller is a new and improved tool for application with automotive, commercial, marine, and industrial remanufacturing. This puller has several advantages. It is fast and easy to use, has good gripping force, is self-centering, adjustable to many different sizes, and can pull a wide variety of mounted objects. Some applications include bearings, V-groove and serpentine pulleys, and alternator frames of various shapes, sizes and locations. Varieties of finger sets are available for multiple applications and extractions. The number of fingers sets can vary from as few as two fingers to as many as six, but most commonly, this puller uses six fingers that can move radially inward or outward by means of a flat scroll plate that is turned about a central axis in order to maneuver the self-centering fingers.
US09802296B2	Screwing device with rotatable tools The invention relates to a screwing device (1) with two tools (2, 3) for producing or releasing a screw connection between two fastening elements (10, 11). For a simple and compact structure of the screwing device (1), the invention provides that the tools (2, 3) are during the operation of the screwing device (1) connected to one another for rotation about common rotation axes (D1, D2).
US09802295B2	Clamping device A clamping device includes two mounting members facing each other, a driver coupled to the two mounting members and at least one clamping module. Thee driver is configured to alternately drive the two mounting members toward and away from each other. The clamping module includes two clamping members mounted on the two mounting members. Each clamping member includes a guide rod, a clamping block, and an elastic member. One end of the guide rod movably passes through a corresponding mounting member. The clamping block is fixed at one end of the guide rod distal from the mounting member. The elastic member is sleeved on the guide rod and positioned between the mounting member and the clamping block.
US09802291B2	Belt-finishing device and method for operating a belt-finishing device A belt-finishing device including a frame. A pressing arm is configured to pivotally mount on the frame. A pressing element, which is used to press a finishing belt against a workpiece surface to be treated, is arranged on the pressing arm. The device is provided with a position detection system for detecting a pressing-arm actual position that deviates from a desired position of the pressing arm. A malfunction or defect of the pressing element is detected by means of the pressing arm actual position that deviates from the desired position of the pressing arm.
US09802288B2	Machining system having a tool for finishing airfoils An abrasive profiling tool that may be part of a robotic machining system for machining a trailing edge of an airfoil, includes a shank extending along a rotational axis, a bearing guide rotationally secured to a distal end of the shank for riding upon the airfoil; and an abrasive profiler projecting radially and rigidly outward from the shank for grinding at least the trailing edge as the shank rotates. The profiler may include a round-over portion for grinding the trailing edge and a chamfered blending portion for grinding adjacent surfaces of the airfoil to produce a smooth transition from the adjacent surfaces and to the trailing edge.
US09802286B2	Robot control system provided in machining system including robot and machine tool A robot control system provided in a machining system including a robot and a machine tool. The robot control system includes a robot controller controlling the robot, a portable teach pendant connected to the robot controller, and a communication network adapted to connect the robot controller to a machine tool controller controlling the machine tool. The teach pendant includes a display section configured to display information relating to the robot and the machine tool. The robot controller includes a processing section configured to obtain information relating to the machine tool from the machine tool controller through the communication network, make the display section of the teach pendant display a machine tool-related screen in accordance with a given screen program, and make the machine tool-related screen of the display section of the teach pendant display the information, as obtained, relating to the machine tool.
US09802272B2	Laser welding apparatus and laser welding method A laser welding apparatus for joining a first member and a second member together by laser welding includes: a first laser beam applying device that applies a laser beam to a border area between the first member and the second member; and a second laser beam applying device that applies a laser beam to a laser beam application spot of each of the first member and the second member, the laser beam application spot being located ahead of a laser beam application spot to which the laser beam is applied by the first laser beam applying device, in a laser welding forward direction.
US09802269B2	Pressure welding machine and pressure welding method A pressure welding method is provided and a pressure welding machine (1) is provided with a frame (10), two welding heads (13, 14), mobile along a feed axis (41), and two adjusting units (17, 18). The adjusting units (17, 18) include feed drives (23) for the welding heads (13, 14). The two adjusting units (17, 18) are mounted so as to be axially movable (41) on the frame (10) and are interlinked with an adjusting drive (25) by means of a common adjusting element (26) and supported in a closed system of forces while receiving the pressure welding forces, thereby relieving the frame (10). The common adjusting element (26) is configured as a continuous spindle (27) having two self-locking threads (28, 29) that run in opposite directions.
US09802266B2	Welding torch system for use in welding or cutting operations, welding torch for use in such a welding torch system and method for welding using such a welding torch system or such a welding torch Welding torch system for use in welding or cutting operations during which fume is created. The welding torch system has a welding torch comprising a contact tip holder and a coaxial nozzle comprising an inner shield gas conduit having a shield gas outlet for supplying a shield gas. The inner shield gas conduit surrounds the contact tip holder. An outer shell at least partly surrounds said inner shield gas conduit. The welding torch system further comprises a shield gas generator and supply unit for supplying shield gas through the shield gas outlet and a fume extracting assembly for extracting fume and ambient air. The welding torch system is arranged for—during operation—supplying shield gas through the shield gas outlet at a velocity between about 1.5 m/s and 10 m/s. By operating the fume extracting assembly to generate a flow of between 10 and 100 m3/h, preferably a flow of about 55 m3/h a reduction in the area of 90%-95% of hazardous fumes can then be realized. A welding torch for use in such a system has an inner shield gas conduit having an end portion with an inner surface of which the diameter decreases towards the shield gas outlet. In a method for welding the shield gas is supplied through the shield gas outlet at a velocity between about 1.5 m/s and 10 m/s.
US09802251B2	Ni ball, Ni core ball, solder joint, solder paste, and solder foam Provided are a Ni ball, a Ni core ball, a solder joint, solder paste and foamed solder which are superior in the impact resistance to dropping and can inhibit any occurrence of a poor joints. An electronic component 60 is constructed by joining a solder bump 30 of a semiconductor chip 10 to an electrode 41 of a printed circuit board 40 with solder paste 12, 42. The solder bump 30 is formed by joining an electrode 11 of the semiconductor chip 10 to the Ni ball 20. The Ni ball 20 according to the present invention contains purity which is equal to or higher than 99.9% and equal to or lower than 99.995%, sphericity which is equal to or higher than 0.90, and Vickers hardness which is equal to or higher than 20HV and equal to or less than 90HV.
US09802226B2	Tool and method for cleaning a drilled hole A tool (10) for cleaning a drilled hole (12), including a tool shank (14) that, relative to the shank axis (A), has an axial attachment end (16) and an opposite axial cleaning end (18), as well as at least one conveying element (20) for removing drilling dust (22) from the drilled hole (12). The conveying element (20) is attached to the tool shank (14) and arranged in the axial direction like a helix around the tool shank (14). The conveying element (20) is configured as a channel (24) that is open in the direction of the attachment end (16). A method for cleaning a drilled hole by such a tool (10) is also disclosed.
US09802225B2	Differential haptic guidance for personal navigation One aspect of the technology involves a system for measuring the rotational position of a rotating shaft, including a field source configured to generate a measurable field, a sensor configured to measure the generated field, and a target that is configured to modify the generated field as measured by the sensor to have a shape with (a) at least one measurable feature for a zero reference point, and (b) a shape that varies throughout one or more angles such that a rotational position of the shaft is determined with a selected angular accuracy. There is also a device that receives a query for the rotational position of the shaft a device that responds to the query. Another aspect involves generating multi-frequency vibrations with a single linear resonant actuator (LRA). This LRA can exhibit a beat pattern in response to being driven by the sum of two different sinusoidal functions.
US09802222B2	Method for treating a panel of wood-based material and building panel with a core of wood-based material A method for treating a panel of wood-based material to achieve an adhesive-free surface after a decoration (2) has been printed onto at least an upper side of the panel of wood-based material, is distinguished by the fact that a cellulose-free top layer (3) of melamine resin with mixed-in glass beads (5) is applied to the decoration (2), and this top layer (8) is dried before a wear-resistant layer (6) is applied to the top layer (8).
US09802218B2	Coating apparatus and method A component such as a door is coated by immersion in a fluidized bed. The component is supported by a hook assembly that moves the component within the fluidized bed during coating. The movement is cyclical and inhibits bridging of the coating material when applied to intricate articles.
US09802212B2	Plasma spraying apparatus A plasma spraying apparatus includes a main torch and an auxiliary torch. The main torch includes a first electrode including a spraying material discharge hole, a first mantle, and a first insulator including a first plasma gas introducing port. The auxiliary torch includes a second electrode, a second mantle, and a second insulator including a second plasma gas introducing port. A spraying material supplied from the spraying material discharge hole is melted at the axial center of plasma that is formed on the central axis of the first electrode by the first electrode and the second electrode, and a gas introducing part that introduces gas is provided on an inlet side of an opening part and/or in a tapered part provided between the opening part and the first insulator in the first mantle.
US09802211B2	Spray head assemblies for liquid spray guns Spray head assemblies, including an air-handling saddle that is attachable to a liquid spray gun platform, a liquid-handling core that is slidably engagable into the air-handling saddle, and an air cap; spray guns using such assemblies; and, methods of using such assemblies.
US09802207B2	Air conditioning apparatus Provided is an air conditioning apparatus. The air conditioning apparatus includes a main body having a suction part through which air is suctioned and a discharge part through which the air suctioned through the suction part is discharged, a fan disposed within the main body to allow the air to flow, a filter device disposed between the suction part and the discharge part within the main body, the filter device including a filter including a plurality of arrays that are spaced apart from each other, and a power supply part to supply a voltage to each of the arrays. Each of the arrays includes a conductive member, the conductive member contacts a dielectric containing a dielectric material.
US09802198B2	Valve device A recess 22 provided in a passage block 20; a diaphragm covering the recess 22 to form a valve chest 21 in which a fluid flows; an inflow port 23 opened at the recess 22 and allowing the fluid to flow into the valve chest 21; an NC outflow port 24 and an NO outflow port 25 opened at the recess 22 and allowing the fluid to flow out from the valve chest 21; by oscillating the diaphragm, the diaphragm is closely fitted to any one of a first valve seat 24b formed by an opening 24a of the NC outflow port 24 and a second valve seat 25b formed by an opening 25a of the second outflow port 25, to allow the fluid in the valve chest 21 to flow out from the other outflow port. The recess 22 has a first inclined portion 81 and a second inclined portion 82 having a depth gradually increasing from the first valve seat 24b and the second valve seat 25b toward the inflow opening 23.
US09802197B2	Fluid reservoir Provided herein are fluid reservoirs or hoppers for controlled delivery of liquid biological sample to a microfluidic device.
US09802196B2	Ergonomic numbered connector to hold tubes with improved cap A lab consumable having a surface to display identifiers connected by a bridge encloses a tube. A specific sealer made up of hard and soft material is used close the tube. The connector for the sealer is made up of flexible, hard and various other material combinations. The surface where the identification is displayed has different surfaces and identifier. The identifier comprise of a number, alpha numerical, alphabets, symbol, barcode, customized sign, markings, hand written markings and a combination thereof.
US09802188B2	Methods, systems, and computer program products for detecting a droplet This invention relates to methods, systems, and computer program products for detecting a droplet.
US09802180B2	Catalyst for synergistic control of oxynitride and mercury and method for preparing the same Disclosed are a catalyst for synergistic control of oxynitride and mercury and a method for preparing the same. The catalyst includes the following components by mass percentage: a carrier: TiO2 72%-98.6%, active components: V2O5 0.1%-5%, WO3 1%-10%, Cr2O3 0.1%-5% and Nb2O5 0.1%-5%, and a co-catalyst of 0.1%-3%. The present invention can be used for reducing the oxynitrides in a flue gas, meanwhile oxidizing zero-valent mercury into bivalent mercury and then controlling the reactions, has relatively high denitration performance and also has high mercury oxidation performance; compared with current commercial SCR catalysts, the mercury oxidation rate of the catalyst is improved to a great extent, which can adapt to the requirements for mercury removal in China's coal-fired power plants, the conversion rate of SO2/SO3 is relatively low, and the catalyst has a better anti-poisoning ability, and is a new catalyst with a low cost and high performance.
US09802178B2	Carrier for blood component adsorption and blood component adsorption column A carrier for blood component adsorption includes a water-insoluble carrier composed of a fiber or particle, the water-insoluble carrier having a surface to which a functional group(s) is/are introduced, the functional group(s) containing an acidic functional group selected from the group consisting of the sulfate group, sulfite group and sulfonate group; and containing an amino group; the fiber having a fiber diameter of, or the particle having a particle diameter of, 0.5 to 20 μm.
US09802169B2	Method and apparatus for mixing An apparatus and method for mixing a liquid having particulate includes a vessel for containing me liquid an axial impeller rotating about a substantially vertical axis. The impeller is adapted for submerging below the liquid surface by a distance approximately one-quarter to one-half of the height of the liquid. The impeller is oriented upwardly to produce (a) an inner, upward flow region located along the vertical axis of the vessel, (b) a transition flow region above the impeller in which liquid moves radially outwardly toward the vessel sidewall, and (c) an outer, downward flow region located along the sidewall. The impeller spins at a variable speed, such that the flow is capable of entraining solid particles having a settling velocity of up to approximately 1 foot per minute in the liquid, and the speed of the impeller is chosen to enable particles having a desired settling velocity to settle to the vessel bottom.
US09802168B2	Jar with integrated stirring device A jar or other storage container with an integrated stirring device, where the contents of the jar or storage container can be stirred and mixed together without having to completely open the jar or storage container. The core components in one embodiment are a top portion that contains external threads, a lid portion which contains internal threads, a spindle with an etched self-reversing screw pattern, a hub, one or more stirring blades, and a nut. The stirring blades have one end attached at a hub that is free to rotate on the spindle, the other end is attached to a nut that can travel up and down the self-reversing screw pattern, and the spindle is fixed to the lid portion. The surface area of the stirring blade(s) can be changed to accommodate different thicknesses and viscosities of different fluids and semi-fluids placed in the storage container.
US09802167B2	Turbo jet mixer A tank cleaning machine comprising a housing having an inlet and a stationary guide diverter disposed within the housing. A gearing mechanism is attached to the stationery flow diverter. A nozzle extends from the housing wherein the nozzle is in fluid communication with the inlet and the nozzle includes an inclined portion extending from a horizontal portion of the nozzle. A drag limiter extends into a hydraulic fluid reservoir to limit the rotation speed of the gear.
US09802159B2	Air separation module canister An air separation module includes a housing, an air separation element, and an insulating element. The housing has an inlet and two outlets. The air separation element is enclosed within the housing and extends along a length of the housing. The insulating element is positioned inward of an outer perimeter of the housing and substantially surrounds an outer perimeter of the air separation element along a length of the air separation element.
US09802153B2	Sulphur-assisted carbon capture and utilization (CCU) methods and systems Disclosed herein is a system and method for sulphur-assisted carbon capture and utilization. The system includes a sulphur depolarized electrolyser (SDE) for receiving electricity, H2O and SO2 and for electrolysing the H2O and SO2 to produce hydrogen and sulphuric acid (H2SO4), a decomposition reactor for receiving and decomposing the H2SO4 into SO3 and H2O, wherein the H2O is recycled to the SDE, a sulphur submerged combustor for converting the SO3 to SO2 and producing Sn vapor, a sulphur power plant for combusting Sn vapor to produce SO2, electricity and heat and for supplying the SO2 and the electricity to the SDE and for supplying the heat to the decomposition reactor. The hydrogen is delivered to a carbon capture and utilization facility. An optional Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) regenerable system removes SO2 from flue gas, a CO2 converter generates COS, and a separator separates the COS from the flue gas.
US09802152B2	System and methods for CO2 separation Systems and methods for separating carbon dioxide (CO2) from a gas stream are provided. The system includes a reaction chamber 20, a pressurization unit 30, and a desorption unit 40. The reaction chamber 20 is configured to receive a liquid sorbent stream 14 and the gas stream 12, to react at least a portion of CO2 in the gas stream 12 with the liquid sorbent and form an adduct stream 22. The pressurization unit 30 is configured to contact the adduct stream 22 with a pressurized CO2 stream 24 and form a pressurized adduct stream 32 that includes a liquid CO2 adduct. The desorption unit 40 is in fluid communication with the pressurization unit 30, and is configured to decompose at least a portion of the liquid CO2 adduct to form a CO2 stream 42 and a regenerated liquid sorbent stream 44.
US09802146B2	Rotating separator with housing preventing separated liquid carryover A rotating separator has a housing preventing separated liquid carryover. A plenum between the annular rotating separating filter element and the housing sidewall has one or more flow path separating guides minimizing the flow of separated liquid to the outlet. The flow path guides may include one or more fins and/or swirl flow dampers and/or a configured surface.
US09802143B2	Ceramic filter A ceramic filter is provided with a porous substrate 3 “made of ceramic and having partition walls 1 separating and forming a plurality of cells 2 extending from one end face 11 to the other end face 12”, a separation membrane 21 “made of ceramic and disposed on wall surfaces of the cells 2”, and glass seals 31 disposed on the one end face 11 and on the other end face 12 “so as not to cover openings of the cells 2”. Ceramic particles having a thermal expansion coefficient of 90 to 110% of that of glass contained in the glass seals 31 are dispersed in the glass seals 31. There is provided a ceramic filter usable for a long period of time in high temperature conditions.
US09802137B2	Flying toy A flying toy includes a left sector gear, a left wing connector extending radially from the left sector gear, a right sector gear, a right wing connector extending radially from the right sector gear, a drive shaft, a crank piece mounted on the drive shaft to rotate therewith, a crank arm coupled between the crank piece and one of the left and right sector gears, two wing members connected respectively to the left and right wing connectors, and a drive unit configured to drive the drive shaft. The right sector gear is configured to mesh with the left sector gear so as to synchronize up-and-down movement of the left and right wing connectors to thereby result in a flapping motion of the two wing members.
US09802133B2	Floating sheet wave water attraction A sheet wave water attraction includes a buoyant structure adapted for floating on a naturally occurring body of water, a sheet wave generator mounted to the structure, and a wave-forming ramp on the structure cooperating with the wave generator for the formation of waves on the ramp. The wave generator has a water intake below a waterline on the structure. The intake is configured to draw water from the body of water adjacent the structure. The buoyant structure has a shallow draft, including the draft of a water intake for the wave generator whereby near-coastal off-shore positioning may be achieved for operationally positioning the water attraction close to shore.
US09802132B2	Spinner swing A spinner swing includes a suspension frame, including a pair of front supports and a pair of rear supports. The pair of front supports and the pair of rear supports holds a horizontal beam. The pair of front supports includes a first front support and a second front support. The pair of rear supports includes a first rear support and a second rear support. A suspension line system is connected to the horizontal beam. A swing frame is suspended from the suspension line system. The suspension line system allows rotation of the swing frame. The swing frame has an outer seat frame that is a rounded circular or oval shape. A fabric panel is mounted across the outer seat frame. A first seat is mounted in the swing frame.
US09802129B2	Internet sports computer cellular device A system that wirelessly integrates actual sports equipment with a computer and the internet to allow players remotely located from one another to play a competitive simulated sports game. An individual player may opt to play solo or practice to improve basic techniques. The system includes motion sensors connected to the player and a motion sensing device, all containing circuits and contact or motion sensors coupled with signal processing and radio frequency transmitter circuitry, thereby wirelessly communicate game performance information to a remote receiver-computer. The computer displays player information and visually simulates and controls a game between two players via the internet, having similar equipment and remotely located from each other. Standard sports equipment may be retrofitted with the sensors and associated circuitry to convert such equipment into “smart equipment” for use with the system. The system employs specially developed computer software to process player performance data, control game play, communicate game information between players, generate and control visual simulations and display player performance information.
US09802125B1	On demand guided virtual companion A first user of a first device may interact with a character presented on the first device where the character presented on the first device is guided by a second user of a second device. To begin a communications session, the first user may request to communicate with the character. A server may process the request to speak with the character and identify the second user from a plurality of guiding users, where the second user is identified by comparing profile information of the first user with profile information of the second user. The server may then send a request to the second device of the second user to guide the character presented by the first device. The first user may then communicate with the character with the guidance of the second user.
US09802113B2	Portable shuffling device A shuffling device (1) includes cards (2) containing information for determination of proper/improper, card set trays (3) for placing the cards (2), and a common card stocker (4) for stocking cards drawn out from the card set trays (3). Drawing rollers (5,6) are provided below the card set trays (3) to draw out the cards (2) from the card set trays (3) to the card stocker (4). A control device (8) includes number-of-cards determining means for determining a number of cards to be drawn out by randomly changing, each time, the number of cards to be drawn out at one time within a range of a predetermined value, and controlling the drawing means, where the cards (2) are drawn out from only one of the card set trays (3) such that the cards (2) are not simultaneously drawn out from more than one of the card set trays (3).
US09802101B1	Apparatus and method for counting attempts in a sporting game An apparatus for counting attempts in a sporting game includes a housing with a display for displaying at least a running count of attempts; wrist band means having opposing first and second sides, being connected at the first side with the housing, and being sized and configured to encircle a person's wrist proximal the person's palm; an input contact member mounted at the second side of the wristband means for movement upon contact with the person's palm; an attempt input assembly operably connected with the input contact member to transmit an electrical signal upon detecting movement of the input contact member by the palm; and electronic processing and power elements for receiving input from the attempt input assembly and causing the display to display information related to the movement registered by the input contact member.
US09802099B2	Bicycle trainer with variable magnetic resistance to pedaling A bicycle trainer provides variable resistance to pedaling and allows for a rider to simulate a real-world bicycle course. The trainer engages both the front tire and the back tire of the bicycle and adjusts each according to the rider's preferences during a training session. The front tire lifts up and down as the bicycle moves forward and backward on the trainer. The back tire is adjusted by incorporating magnets thereon in the form of magnetic elements on a sleeve or a clip that engages the back tire and/or the back tire rim. The magnets on the back tire may also be attached to the spokes. The trainer includes magnets as well, usually of opposite polarity, and adds resistance to pedaling when the magnetic fields of the magnets interact to resist back tire revolution.
US09802097B2	Swing training system and method A swing training system includes a base unit having a grapple that is movable between open and closed positions. A free end of an elongated swing device, such as a golf club or a hockey stick, is secured within the grapple. The swing device is manipulated to exert a force on the grapple and a load cell, away from the base unit, for a predetermined value, such as force and/or time. Relative movement between the grapple and the base is substantially limited while the swing device is manipulated. Once the predetermined value is attained, the grapple releases the free end of the swing device.
US09802086B2	Golf club head Provided is a golf club head in which the lateral moment of inertia can be increased through thickness adjustment of the sole portion. The golf club head according to the present invention includes a crown portion, a sole portion and a face portion. The sole portion includes a first thin-walled portion and a first thick-walled portion that extends from the toe side of the first thin-walled portion to the heel side of the first thin-walled portion via the back side, so as to surround the first thin-walled portion, and is thicker than the first thin-walled portion.
US09802083B2	Discus launched flying football A throwing and/or catching toy includes a generally elongated spheroidal body defining a longitudinal axis. A length of the body is longer than an equatorial diameter. A lift-generating wing is non-movably attached to the body near and/or at a center of the wing. At least one finger hold extension extends from a distal end of either a left or right wing portion. The finger hold extension is configured to allow a user to throw the toy in a discus-launched manner and the body is configured to be caught by the user. The lift-generating wing may be made as an injection molded, polymer wing. A manual adjuster may be associated with and controlling the shape of a horizontal stabilizer. A front end of the elongated body may be a resilient foam having a Shore A durometer hardness equal to or less than 25.
US09802082B1	Textured sports ball The sports ball (410) has an inner layer (416) and an outer panel (414). The inner layer (416) is secured to the outer panel (414) and several inner layers (416) and outer panels (414) are sewn together to form the sports ball (410). A strip (440) is positioned between the inner layer (416) and outer panel (414) under a white stripe (448) to raise the white stripe (448) on the sports ball (410) above the surrounding outer surface of the sports ball (410) to enhance grip. The sports ball (410) can be a football (412). A line of thread (424) can be stitched between the inner layer (416) and outer panel (414) on either side of the stripe (448) to enhance the shape retention of the sports ball (410), enhance grip and help keep the strip (440) in place. In a modification, a strip (480) is positioned between the inner layer (416) and outer panel (414) except under the white stripe (448) to form a void under the stripe (448) and enhance grip.
US09802061B2	Apparatus for particle therapy verification comprising a collimator with multiple openings The disclosure is related to an apparatus and method for charged hadron therapy verification. The apparatus comprises a collimator comprising a plurality of collimator slabs of a given thickness, spaced apart so as to form an array of mutually slit-shaped openings, configured to be placed at a right angle to the beam line, so as to allow the passage of prompt gammas from the target, the collimator being defined at least by three geometrical parameters being the width and depth of the slit-shaped openings and a fill factor. The disclosure is also related to a method for charged hadron therapy verification with a multi-slit camera.
US09802058B2	Central base coils for deep transcranial magnetic stimulation A transcranial magnetic stimulation coil which is location-specific for medial brain regions or lateral brain regions is designed with multiple spaced apart stimulating elements having current flow in a first direction, and multiple return elements having current flow in a second direction which is opposite the first direction. The multiple stimulating elements are distributed around a central axis of the coil.
US09802054B2	Biostimulator circuit with flying cell A leadless cardiac pacemaker is provided which can include any number of features. In one embodiment, the pacemaker can include a tip electrode, pacing electronics disposed on a p-type substrate in an electronics housing, the pacing electronics being electrically connected to the tip electrode, an energy source disposed in a cell housing, the energy source comprising a negative terminal electrically connected to the cell housing and a positive terminal electrically connected to the pacing electronics, wherein the pacing electronics are configured to drive the tip electrode negative with respect to the cell housing during a stimulation pulse. The pacemaker advantageously allows p-type pacing electronics to drive a tip electrode negative with respect to the can electrode when the can electrode is directly connected to a negative terminal of the cell. Methods of use are also provided.
US09802052B2	Method and apparatus for programming complex neurostimulation patterns An example of a neurostimulation system may include a storage device, a programming control circuit, and a graphical user interface (GUI). The storage device may be configured to store a stimulation waveform representing a pattern of neurostimulation pulses. The programming control circuit may be configured to generate stimulation parameters controlling delivery of the neurostimulation pulses according to the stimulation waveform. The GUI may be configured to define the stimulation waveform as a function of one or more adjustable parameter curves each being a function of time. The one or more adjustable parameter curves each represent a user-programmable parameter. The GUI includes a waveform definition module that may be configured to present the stimulation waveform, present each parameter curve of the one or more adjustable parameter curves, allow for adjustment of the each parameter curve, and update the stimulation waveform in response to the adjustment of the each parameter curve.
US09802046B2	Non-regular electrical stimulation patterns for improved efficiency in treating Parkinson's Disease Systems and methods for stimulation of neurological tissue generate stimulation trains with temporal patterns of stimulation, in which the interval between electrical pulses (the inter-pulse intervals) changes or varies over time. Compared to conventional continuous, high rate pulse trains having regular (i.e., constant) inter-pulse intervals, the non-regular (i.e., not constant) pulse patterns or trains that embody features of the invention provide a lower average frequency. The systems and methods for stimulation of neurological tissue may be used to increase the efficacy of treatment in patients with Parkinson's Disease.
US09802042B2	Method and system for providing electrical stimulation to a user A method for providing electrical stimulation to a user as a user performs a set of tasks during a time window, the method comprising: providing an electrical stimulation treatment, characterized by a stimulation parameter and a set of portions, to a brain region of the user in association with the time window; for each task of the set of tasks: receiving a signal stream characterizing a neurological state of the user; from the signal stream, identifying a neurological signature characterizing the neurological state associated with the task; and modulating the electrical stimulation treatment provided to the brain region of the user based upon the neurological signature, wherein modulating comprises delivering a portion of the set of portions of the electrical stimulation treatment to the brain region of the user, while maintaining an aggregate amount of the stimulation parameter of the treatment provided during the time window below a maximum limit.
US09802032B2	Connecting module and syringe having such a connecting module A connecting module is provided with a first connecting component, which has a first fluid channel and a first contact surface, a second connecting component, which has a second fluid channel and a second contact surface. One of the two contact surfaces is formed as an inner surface and the other of the two contact surfaces is formed as an outer surface which is complementary to the inner surface. The connecting module further includes a receiving sleeve with a first threaded section and a first connecting device for the first connecting component. The first connecting component has a second connecting device, which interacts with the first connecting device in such a way that the first connecting component is detachably connected to the receiving sleeve. The second connecting component has a second threaded section which is complementary to the first threaded section.
US09802028B2	Neurosurgical apparatus A cerebral catheter device for draining fluid from the brain of a patient is described. The device may be used as part of a ventricular shunt system. The device includes an elongate tube for insertion into the brain of a patient to a vicinity of a desired target. A head is attached to the elongate tube that has a passageway in fluid communication with a lumen of the elongate tube. Formations are provided on the external surface of the head for securing the head in a hole formed in the skull of a patient. The head further includes a first fluid connector portion that is attachable to an associated drainage catheter device. This allows fluid communication to be established between the lumen of the elongate tube and a drainage catheter device via the passageway of the head.
US09802022B2	Humidification of respiratory gases A humidifier for a respiratory apparatus for delivering a humidified flow of breathable gas to a patient includes a humidifier chamber configured to store a supply of water to humidify the flow of breathable gas, the humidifier chamber comprising a first heating element configured to heat the supply of water; a relative humidity sensor to detect a relative humidity of ambient air and generate signals indicative of the ambient relative humidity; a first temperature sensor to detect a temperature of ambient air and generate signals indicative of the ambient temperature; and a controller configured to determine an absolute humidity of the ambient air from the signals generated by the relative humidity sensor and the first temperature sensor and to control the first heating element to provide a predetermined relative humidity to the flow of breathable gas. A method of humidifying a flow of breathable gas to be provided to a patient includes determining an absolute humidity of ambient air used to form the flow of breathable gas; and controlling a temperature of a supply of water that humidifies the flow of breathable gas to provide a predetermined absolute humidity corresponding to a predetermined temperature and a predetermined relative humidity of the flow to be delivered to the patient.
US09802021B2	Mouthpiece A mouthpiece having a vestibular shield overlapping a user's teeth and gums, a gases passageway extending through the vestibular shield allowing for the passage of the gases through the mouthpiece and an extra oral sealing member is associated with the gases passageway. The passageway in use causes gases to be diffused when exiting from the gases passageway. The mouthpiece may have a noseflap to seal the user's nose or provide a passageway for the user's nasal passages. The mouthpiece may have an adjustment arrangement to alter a distance between the vestibular shield and the extra-oral sealing member.
US09802020B2	Expiratory limb for a breathing circuit A breathing circuit component includes an inlet, an outlet and an enclosing wall. The enclosing wall defines a gases passageway between the inlet and the outlet. At least a region of the enclosing wall is formed from a breathable material that allows the passage of water vapor without allowing the passage of liquid water or respiratory gases. The breathing circuit component is the expiratory limb of a breathing circuit.
US09802019B2	Storage device for a ventilation mask A ventilation mask storage device (300, 400, 500) includes a body member (710) having a first side (712) and a second side (714). The body member first side has a recess that is shaped to receive and hold a ventilation mask (10). The body member also includes a connector (720) disposed on the second side of the body member that is configured to attach the device to one of a ventilator and a ventilator cart (75).
US09802018B2	Ergonomic and adjustable respiratory mask assembly with frame A respiratory mask assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having a front surface and a rear surface, opposite the front surface, and adapted in use to face the patient. The frame defines an inner wall and an outer wall extending from the rear surface, the inner and outer walls being spaced to define a channel therebetween. A cushion is removably attachable to the frame such that the cushion and frame are repeatably engagable with and disengagable from one another. The cushion includes a side wall to be inserted into the channel of the frame, the side wall having a first interlocking surface that engages a second interlocking surface provided in the channel when the cushion and frame are engaged with one another. The first and second interlocking surfaces interlock with one another to removably attach the cushion to the frame.
US09802015B2	CPAP systems A CPAP system includes a flow generator (10), a patient interface (50), an air delivery conduit (20) that interconnects the flow generator and the patient interface, wherein the air delivery conduit has an internal diameter of less than 19 mm. Preferably the air delivery conduit has an internal diameter of between about 10 mm and about 18 mm. The CPAP system may also include a controller for compensating for pressure swings and/or increased impedance within the system. Preferably the blower includes a low inertia blower.
US09802014B2	Apparatus and method for improved assisted ventilation Devices and methods for allowing for improved assisted ventilation of a patient by allowing blind insertion of a device that can allow ventilation regardless of whether the device is positioned within a trachea or an esophagus and allow for timed delivery of ventilations based on a condition of a thoracic cavity to increase the amount and efficiency of blood flow during a resuscitation procedure.
US09802006B2	Medical needle removal and storage method An apparatus for removing a needle from a needle holder, including a grasping unit for selectively grasping the needle; a receiving unit for receiving the needle holder, displaceably disposed relative to the grasping unit; a biasing member biasing the receiving unit in a first direction; and separating means for separating the entire needle from the needle holder. Preferably, the needle is heated to melt, soften, or otherwise weaken a material and/or adhesive connecting the needle with the needle holder. Preferably the heating is electrical heating, including completing an electrical circuit through the needle and passing current through the needle, and/or passing current through a heating element.
US09802005B2	Medicament delivery device An injection device with distal and proximal ends includes a housing, a needle-protecting sleeve that is longitudinally movable relative to the housing, a container holder that is longitudinally movable relative to the housing toward the proximal end from a non-delivery position to a delivery position, and a needle-protecting sleeve spring that is operatively coupled between the needle-protecting sleeve and the container holder such that the sleeve is longitudinally movable toward the distal end from an initial position to an activating position and toward the proximal end from the activating position to an end position. The sleeve spring is strained by a first amount when the sleeve moves from its initial position to its activating position, and by a second amount when the container holder moves from its non-delivery position to its delivery position.
US09802004B2	Drive mechanism for a medication delivery device and medication delivery device A piston rod is arranged in a body and provided with a helical element and an axial element. A guide element, which is arranged in the body and fixed relatively to the body, is coupled to the helical element to guide a helical movement of the piston rod and coupled to the axial element to guide an axial movement of the piston rod. The axial movement allows a priming of the device preceding the helical movement of the piston rod.
US09802002B2	Training cartridge for a drug delivery device The present invention provides test or training a cartridge for a drug delivery device as well as a method for resetting of such cartridge, wherein the cartridge comprises: a body of substantially cylindrical shape, a piston slidably disposed in the body in an axial direction, a closure means disposed at an axial end portion of the body, wherein the body, the piston and the closure means confine an interior volume coupled to the exterior via at least one fluid escape channel.
US09801997B2	Infusion pump systems and methods Some embodiments of an infusion pump system can include a controller in which one or more features sets to be provided by the controller are enabled or disabled based upon the particular pump device that is connected to the controller. For example, in some embodiments, one or more advanced features of the controller are available to the user only when a first type of pump device (e.g., having predefined settings stored therein) is connected to the controller, and those advanced features of the controller are disabled when a second type of pump device is connected to the controller.
US09801995B2	Cover for housing a syringe, assembly comprising such cover, pen-injector comprising such assembly and method for forming a pen-injector The invention relates to a cover for housing a syringe, an assembly comprising such cover, a pen-injector comprising such assembly and a method for forming a pen-injector.
US09801992B2	Portable hemodialysis machine and disposable cartridge A portable hemodialysis system is provided including a disposable cartridge and a reused dialysis machine. The disposable cartridge includes a dialysate flow path and a blood flow path which flow in opposite directions through a dialyzer. The disposable cartridge further includes a filter for removing waste products from the dialysate as well as one or more flow sensors for measuring the flow of dialysate in the dialysate flow path. The preferred flow sensor includes a rotatable spoked wheel in the dialysate flow path which is rotated by the flow of dialysate. The spoked wheel includes one or more magnets which are rotated with the rotation of the spoked wheel. The flow sensor further includes a magnetic field sensor in the reused dialysis machine which is connected to a processor for monitoring the rotation of the spoked wheel to determine flow of fluid in the dialysate flow path.
US09801978B2	Medical constructs including tubes and collagen fibers Medical constructs with collagen fibers and gelatin and related collagen fibers. The collagen fibers can be derived from extruded soluble dermal collagen and can include a gelatin film attached to the at least one collagen fiber. The gelatin film can include one or more minerals and has a gelatin concentration of between about 0.1% to about 40% weight per volume.
US09801975B2	Flowable matrix compositions and methods Flowable matrix compositions and methods of their use and manufacture are provided. Exemplary compositions may include a flowable, syringeable, putty-like form of acellular human dermal matrix. In some cases, compositions may include a moldable acellular collagen extracellular matrix. In use, the matrix compositions can be used to fill or treat skin voids, channel wounds, and other soft tissue deficiencies.
US09801971B2	Transdermal therapeutic patches containing 4-N-butylresorcinol Transdermal therapeutic systems that contain 4-n-butylresorcinol as an active ingredient.
US09801970B2	Decorative fragrance dispensing system A fragrance dispensing apparatus includes a housing. The housing includes a platform configured to receive an ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) bead packet. The EVA bead packet remains substantially unheated by the fragrance dispensing apparatus during operation of the fragrance dispensing apparatus. The fragrance dispensing apparatus further includes a lower module. The lower module includes a fan configured to selectively actuate airflow through the EVA bead packet.
US09801959B2	Phospholipid composition and microbubbles and emulsions formed using same A composition for stabilizing a fluorocarbon emulsion. That composition includes phosphatidylcholine, phosphatidylethanolamine-PEG, and a cone-shaped lipid.
US09801955B2	Methods and compositions for detecting drusen and predicting age-related macular degeneration Labels and methods are provided for detecting deposits, including drusen, sub-retinal deposits, basal laminar and linear deposits, and the like. The labels can detect the presence, progression, or regression of hydroxyapatite, which can be indicative of the presence or the potential to develop such deposits. The labels can include a conjugate comprising a hydroxyapatite binding moiety and a label moiety, which can provide a detectable signal upon binding of the conjugate to hydroxyapatite. The labels and methods can be utilized to detect deposits in eye tissue, such as the retina, brain tissue, or the like. Methods are also provided for utilizing the present labels to predict or diagnose a neurodegenerative disease, including age-related macular degeneration. Accordingly, some methods can predict or diagnose age-related macular degeneration, including early signs or advanced forms thereof, based on the presence of hydroxyapatite in a tissue sample obtained from a subject.
US09801942B2	Etanercept formulations stabilized with metal ions The invention provides stabilized aqueous pharmaceutical etanercept compositions suitable for long-term storage of etanercept, methods of manufacture of these compositions, methods of administration, and kits containing same.
US09801936B2	Method of attenuating porcine pseudorabies virus, attenuated strains of porcine pseudorabies virus, vaccine composition and use thereof This invention provides a method of attenuating porcine pseudorabies virus, which can effectively and reproducibly attenuate porcine pseudorabies virus. The attenuated strain of porcine pseudorabies virus by use of said method can provide effective immunization for pigs.
US09801931B2	Methods and compositions based on Shiga toxin type 2 protein The invention is based on the discovery of the epitope in the Stx2 protein for the 11 E1O antibody. The invention features compositions containing non-full length Stx2 polypeptides that include the 11 E1O monoclonal antibody epitope. The invention also features methods of producing anti-Stx2 antibodies specific for the 11 E1O epitope of the Stx2 protein. Additionally, the invention features methods for treating a subject having, or at risk of developing, a Shiga toxin associated disease (e.g., hemolytic uremia syndrome and diseases associated with E. coli and S. dysenteriae infection) with a polypeptide that includes the 11 E1O epitope or with an anti-Stx2 antibody developed using the methods of the invention. Furthermore, the invention features the detection of Stx2 in a sample using the antibodies developed using the methods of the invention.
US09801927B2	Pharmaceutical compositions comprising a polypeptide comprising at least one CXXC motif and heterologous antigens and uses thereof The invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions using a polypeptide comprising at least one CXXC motif, such as Giardia parasite's variable surface proteins (VSP) or a fragment thereof to raise by oral or mucosal vaccination an immune response against a heterologous selected antigen, such as tumor antigen, microbial antigen or other antigen.
US09801926B2	Method and composition for topical pain relief A method, product by process, and composition for aiding in pain relief. The user adds hot water to methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), then stirs the resulting mixture until the MSM is dissolved. The user then adds room temperature water, bromelain, aloe vera juice, and papain to the batch, and continues to stir. Coconut oil and palm kernel oil are stirred in, along with a sweet oil mixture. The sweet oil mixture is a mixture of natural, unconcentrated, oils such as lemon oil, sweet orange oil, arnica, sweet almond oil, peppermint oil, grape seed oil, comfrey oil, eucalyptus oil, grapefruit seed extract, and fragrance oils such as mango and kiwi. Finally, xanthan gum is stirred into the mixture, resulting in a batch of desired composition, which can be used topically for pain relief.
US09801918B2	Methods of treatment using extracts of Anisomeles heyneana The present invention describes the use of pharmaceutical compositions including compounds of formula 2 (below) for treatment of infections related to M. tuberculosis and for anti-proliferative activity. Also, the present invention discloses a process of extraction of compounds of formula 2 from the extract of aerial parts of Anisomeles heyneana:
US09801915B2	Probiotic and polyphenol against neurodegeneration The present invention relates to a composition comprising the probiotic strain Lactobacillus johnsonii CNCM I-1225 in combination with a polyphenol for use in the treatment or prevention of a cognitive and/or neurodegenerative disorder, in particular Alzheimer's disease.
US09801907B2	Film-coated and/or granulated calcium-containing compounds and use therof in pharmaceutical compositions Calcium-containing compounds have been at least partly film-coated and/or granulated with a water-soluble substance and a water-soluble polymeric substance and use of such coated compounds in pharmaceutical compositions. The at least partly film-coated and/or granulated calcium-containing compounds have proved suitable for the preparation of tablets having a very high load of elemental calcium and a conveniently small size. A drug load of about 96% or more is obtained in tablets of the invention that have sufficient mechanical and organoleptic properties.
US09801905B2	Use of organic sulphur, antioxidants, and amino acids in conjunction with exercise and electromagnetic stimulation to treat osteoporosis Through the use of a combination of naturally occurring substances, application of mechanical energy by way of exercise, and application of a pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF), new bone formation at lines of stress can be promoted. This bone forming activity is useful in the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis. The naturally occurring substances consist of organic sulphur, antioxidants, and amino acids. These substances are preferably administered orally. In preferred embodiments, the antioxidant is alpha-lipoic acid, and the amino acid is selected from the group consisting of lysine, glutamine, and mixtures thereof.
US09801900B2	Compositions for sensitive skin Disclosed are compositions and methods for their use that include a combination of hydrolyzed algin, escin, Ruscus aculeatus root extract, ammonium glycyrrhizate, Centella asiatica extract, hydrolyzed yeast protein, and Calendula officinalis flower extract.
US09801899B2	Artificial tear emulsion The present invention relates to an oil-in-water emulsion comprising at least one mucomimetic polymer, at least one lipid of phospholipid type, at least one lipid other than the phospholipid, at least one stabilizing polymer, and a hydrophilic liquid, to an emulsion comprising an aqueous phase that contains at least one stabilizing polymer and at least one mucomimetic polymer, and an oily phase that contains at least one lipid of phospholipid type and a lipid other than the phospholipid, to a medicament comprising one of these emulsions, and to the use of one of these emulsions as an agent for restoring and/or replacing the lachrimal film or as a carrier for an active compound.
US09801895B1	Cream formulation with amphotericin B and oil in water useful for topical application to mucous tissue and skin against diseases produced by leishmaniasis The cream formulation of the present invention is a topical cream made with antimycotic (amphotericin B) and a mixture of excipients where the water present in the formulation smoothes inflamed tissue. The cream has a particular application for the treatment of cutaneous leishmaniasis and mucosal leishmaniasis in humans and animals. The topical application avoids the risks of toxicity and the gastrointestinal hassles of pills treatments. It has greater acceptability from patient and does not require of valuations before, during or after treatment to check toxicity levels of the liver, kidney and heart.
US09801891B2	Compositions and methods for lowering intraocular pressure Disclosed herein are compositions for lowering intraocular pressure (IOP) of an eye comprising a combination IOP-lowering agents bimatoprost, brimonidine, and timolol. Further disclosed are methods for reducing IOP in the eye of a subject.
US09801880B2	Use of kinase inhibitors The invention provides a compound for use for treating, preventing or managing a condition associated with the activation, mutation and/or over-expression of one or more kinases, wherein if the condition is associated with Axl over-expression, it is also associated with the activation, mutation and/or over-expression of one or more other kinases, and wherein the compound has a structure according to formula (I) : wherein the symbols used in formula (I) are as defined herein.
US09801877B2	AZA spiro alkane derivatives as inhibitors of metalloproteases The present invention provides a compound of Formula I or Formula II: enantiomer, diastereomer, prodrug, solvate, metabolite, or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein constituent variables are provided herein. The compounds of Formula I and II are modulators of metalloproteases and are useful in treating diseases associated with metalloprotease activity such as arthritis, cancer, cardiovascular disorders, skin disorders, inflammation and allergic conditions.
US09801874B2	Method for the preparation of liposome encapsulated vincristine for therapeutic use Improved methods for efficiently constituting liposome encapsulated vincristine for intravenous injection (VSLI) with reduced risk of operational errors and contamination are disclosed.
US09801873B2	Methods for treating humans having brain cancer Among other things, a method of treating a human having brain cancer is, the method comprising administering via a non-continuous dosing regimen to the human having brain cancer, a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising a prodrug or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein the non-continuous dosing regimen comprises administering the pharmaceutical composition no more frequently than once every seven days for at least two dosings.
US09801863B2	Inhibitors of short-chain dehydrogenase activity for modulating hematopoietic stem cells and hematopoiesis A method of modulating hematopoietic stem cells and hematopoiesis includes administering to a subject in need thereof a 15-PGDH inhibitor.
US09801857B2	Stabilized oxymetazoline formulations and their uses The present invention provides stabilized cream formulations of oxymetazoline and uses thereof. The present invention also provides a method of treating facial erythema associated with rosacea in a patient in need of such treatment, comprising topically administering once or twice daily to the site of erythema on the face of the patient a pharmaceutical composition comprising 0.5%, 1.0% or 1.5% oxymetazoline or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as the sole active ingredient.
US09801850B2	Antibacterial agent The present invention provides an epigallocatechin gallate derivative (EGCG derivative) that has excellent safety and antibacterial properties. An epigallocatechin gallate derivative represented by the following chemical formula (1), an isomer thereof, or a salt thereof is used as an antibacterial agent. In the formula, R1 to R6 are each a hydrogen atom, halogen, sodium, potassium, or a straight-chain or branched, saturated or unsaturated acyl group and may be identical to or different from one another. The acyl group may be substituted further with one or more substituents. At least one of the R1 to R6 is the acyl group. R7 to R16 are each a hydrogen atom, halogen, sodium, or potassium and may be identical to or different from one another.
US09801844B2	Methods and compositions for the treatment of cancer The invention provides compositions with low toxicity and high bioavailability for treating cancer or for inhibiting the development of cancer.
US09801843B2	Self-emulsifying composition of ω3 fatty acid A self-emulsifying composition contains: 70 to 90% by weight in total of one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of ω3 polyunsaturated fatty acids and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts and esters; 1 to 29% by weight of an emulsifying agent selected from among a polyoxyethylene sorbitan fatty acid ester, a sorbitan fatty acid ester, a glycerin fatty acid ester and a polyoxyl castor oil; and 0.5 to 6% by weight of water when the composition is defined to be 100% by weight as a whole. The self-emulsifying composition is excellent in self-emulsifying property, composition dispersibility, emulsion stability, and absorbability, is free from ethanol and polyhydric alcohols or only has such an alcohol added thereto at a reduced concentration, and is useful for foods and pharmaceuticals.
US09801838B2	Processes for the preparation of 2,5-dihydroxybenzenesulfonic acid salts Processes for the preparation of 2,5-dihydroxybenzenesulfonic acid salts of formula (I) and a crystalline form of potassium 2,5 2,5-dihydroxybenzenesulfonic acid are provided.

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