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| US11015817B2 |
Continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic molded oven door
An aircraft oven body is disclosed. In embodiments, the aircraft galley oven includes an oven body. The aircraft oven body also includes an oven door hingedly coupled to the oven body. In embodiments, the oven door includes a first continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) sheet defining at least a portion of an exterior surface of the oven door. A second CFRTP sheet may define at least a portion of an interior surface of the oven door. The oven door further includes one or more ribbed structures disposed on at least one of the first CFRTP sheet or the second CFRTP sheet. In embodiments, the oven door further includes an oven door latching mechanism disposed within one or more recesses within the one or more ribbed structures. The oven door also includes an insulating layer coupled to at least one of the one or more ribbed structures. |
| US11015816B2 |
Door handle
The present invention relates to a door handle that tilts upward when a door is open initially, and after the tilting has been completed, is slowly returned to an initial state thereof through the resistance of a damper, so that even if a user's fingers are caught in a space between the door handle and the door, the door handle can protect the user's fingers from safety accidents. According to the present invention, the door handle is located on an upper end of a front surface of a door for opening and closing a body so as to open and close a cooking compartment formed inside the body at the time when the door pulls and rotates around door hinges, and the door handle includes a first actuating rod disposed in a vertically erected state on each of both sides of the door and having an end connected to the corresponding door hinge in such a manner as to be movable upward and downward, a second actuating rod disposed above the first actuating rod and coupled to a front end of the first actuating rod by means of a pin, a rotating member having an end coupled to the door handle and a front end coupled to the second actuating rod by means of a pin, and a hinge pin having both ends coupled to a door bracket fixed to the door after passing through the front end of the rotating member, wherein the second actuating rod has an elongated hole formed on a lower end thereof so as to allow the pin for connecting the first actuating rod and the second actuating rod to be fitted thereto in such a manner as to be movable upward and downward. |
| US11015815B2 |
Cooking appliance
A cooking appliance includes a body having a cooking chamber, a door rotatably connected to the body, hinge mechanisms that rotatably connect the door to the body, a control device disposed at the door, and a wire connected to the control device. The door includes a front panel that seats the control device, an intermediate panel spaced apart from the front panel and disposed rearward of the front panel toward the cooking chamber, a rear panel spaced apart from the intermediate panel and disposed rearward of the intermediate panel toward the cooking chamber, a pair of side frames disposed at both lateral sides of the intermediate panel and disposed vertically below the control device, and a lower frame configured to support the intermediate panel and the rear panel. At least one of the side frames includes a wire guide configured to guide the wire to the control device. |
| US11015814B2 |
Cooking apparatus and method of controlling the same
A cooking device and a control method thereof is provided which heating a curved area to a higher temperature than a flat area of a cooking area where food is cooked. A cooking apparatus includes a cooking unit having one side in which a first cooking region and a second cooking region distinguished from the first cooking region are provided; a heating unit configured to heat the cooking unit; and a controller configured to control the heating unit to heat the first cooking region to a first temperature and to heat the second cooking region to a second temperature different from the first temperature. |
| US11015813B2 |
Cooktop appliance with a gas burner
A cooktop appliance includes a user interface, a gas burner, and a temperature sensor. A manually adjustable primary control valve is coupled to the gas burner. A secondary control valve is connected in series between the manually adjustable primary control valve and the gas burner. A controller is in communication with the secondary control valve. The controller is configured to adjust the secondary control valve in response to a user-determined set temperature, a temperature measurement from the temperature sensor, and a determined position of the manually adjustable primary control valve. |
| US11015812B2 |
Combustor bolted segmented architecture
A combustor liner assembly is provided including an inlet wall, an inner wall, an outer wall, and a plurality of fasteners. The inlet wall has an opening into a combustion chamber. The inner wall is coupled to the inlet wall at a first end of the combustor liner. The inner wall defines a radially inner end of the combustion chamber. The outer wall includes a plurality of segments. The plurality of segments define a radially outer end of the combustion chamber. A first portion of the plurality of fasteners couples each of the plurality of segments to another of the plurality of segments. A second portion of the plurality of fasteners couples at least one of the plurality of segments to the inlet wall at the first end of the combustor liner. |
| US11015807B2 |
Combustor heat shield cooling
A combustor heat shield comprises a panel body having a front surface and a back surface. The back surface has sealing rails extending therefrom and defining a serpentine cooling path on the back surface of the panel body. |
| US11015805B2 |
Flow through cylindrical bores
A flow directing apparatus for directing fluid flow includes a flow body defining a bore therethrough configured and adapted to direct fluid flowing therethrough. The bore includes an outlet and an opposed inlet with an enlargement, formed as a countersink and/or a chamfer using a suitable boring device. The enlargement is configured and adapted to reduce sensitivity to entrance-edge conditions for the bore. |
| US11015799B2 |
Textile or fabric with attached flexible and conformable light source apparatus
There is provided a device that requires the presence of a textile or fabric; and a flexible and conformable light source apparatus attached to the textile or fabric, where the light source apparatus requires: at least one light source; at least two conductive members having a first end and a second end, the first end is connected to the at least one light source and the second end is adapted to connect to a power source; and at least one transparent polymer layer that encapsulates the entirety of the at least one light source and at least part of the at least two conductive members. |
| US11015798B2 |
Water-resistant wired electro-magnetic component capture
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a water-resistant capture device for enclosing wired electro-magnetic components, the capture device having a base module and a connecting cap module, wherein when the base module and cap module enclose an electro-magnetic component and the base module is connected to the cap module, one or more electric wires are compressed within deformable wire apertures formed by the combined base module and cap module. In some embodiments, the base module is deformable and deforms when affixed to the cap module so as to form a compressive water-resistant seal to an interior of the capture device. In an exemplary embodiment, an LED may be captured within the capture device. The cap module may provide a compressing aperture to provide a water resistant seal around the lens of a LED projecting therethrough. |
| US11015785B1 |
Light fixture system with continuous fire barrier
Described is a light fixture system having a fixture housing with a base and sidewall that form a housing interior, and a continuous fire barrier element disposed within the housing interior. The continuous fire barrier element may include a central body and at least one flap extending from the central body. The at least one flap may be movable relative to the central body. |
| US11015784B2 |
Light emitting device
A light emitting device includes a base, light sources, wall portions, and a half mirror. The base has a light reflecting surface and has a first side on which the light reflecting surface is provided. The light sources are mounted on the first side of the base. Each of the wall portions surrounds each of the plurality of light sources. The half mirror is to reflect a part of incident light and to transmit another part of the incident light. The half mirror is disposed opposite to the base such that the light sources are provided between the half mirror and the base. |
| US11015783B2 |
Optical apparatus and illuminating module thereof
An illuminating module includes a light source assembly and a first lens unit. The light source assembly is configured to produce a light beam, wherein the light beam has a first central optical axis. The first lens unit has a first lens optical axis, the light beam passing through the first lens unit is formed to be an illuminating beam, the illuminating beam has a second central optical axis, and the second central optical axis intersects with the first lens optical axis. An optical apparatus is also provided, including the illuminating module, an optical modulation module and a light guiding module. The illuminating beam passes through the optical modulation module to be an image beam having an image. The image beam travels in the light guiding module, leaves the light guiding module and is received by user's eyes. |
| US11015781B2 |
Light source apparatus, light source unit, and image display apparatus
A light source apparatus according to an embodiment of the present technique includes a plurality of laser light sources, a holding section, one or more first lenses, and a lens section. The plurality of laser light sources include, with a predetermined number of laser light sources arranged along a first direction being a laser light source group, one or more laser light source groups. The holding section has heat conductivity and holds the plurality of laser light sources. The one or more first lenses are arranged in the holding section in correspondence with the one or more laser light source groups and control a spread angle of light emitted from the laser light sources of the laser light source groups, in a second direction orthogonal to the first direction. The lens section is formed as one member and controls a spread angle of light from the plurality of laser light sources emitted via the one or more first lenses, in the first direction. |
| US11015775B2 |
Configurable and adjustable luminaire via guide arms and guide slots
The invention provides a luminaire comprising an outer housing and an inner housing slidable within the outer housing. The inner housing carries a lighting unit. The inner housing slides within the outer housing between at least one latched positions at different recess depths and it is also removable from the outer housing to enable replacement of the lighting unit, all without needing tools. |
| US11015773B2 |
Stand light
A stand light includes a telescoping body having a main center shaft, an extension pole extendable out of the main center shaft, and a sleeve movably supported on the main center shaft. A head assembly is supported by the extension pole and includes a light source. A plurality of legs is pivotally coupled to the body and is movable with the sleeve from a collapsed position to an extended position, in which distal ends of the plurality of legs are moved away from the body. When the plurality of legs is in the collapsed position, side portions of the plurality of legs come together to form a handle configured to be grasped by a user. |
| US11015768B2 |
Method of manufacturing light source device
A method of manufacturing a light source device includes: providing a substrate having a plurality of light sources disposed thereon; causing the plurality of light sources to emit light; measuring a first light-intensity distribution of an entire surface that is in parallel to the substrate and located above the plurality of light sources; and based on a measured value of the first light-intensity distribution, forming a light-reflecting pattern above the plurality of light sources to obtain a second light-intensity distribution that is different from the first light-intensity distribution. |
| US11015765B2 |
Lighting device and a luminaire
A lighting device (100) for use in a luminaire (200) comprising: —a base (101) having a longitudinal axis (LA) and comprising an electrical connector (102) for connecting the lighting device (100) to a luminaire socket (201) of the luminaire (200), —at least one LED-filament (103) comprising a substrate (104) having an elongated body and a plurality of light sources (105) mechanically coupled to the substrate (104), the plurality of light sources (105) configured for emitting light (106) in a first spatial light distribution, —at least one light guide (107) having an elongated body, comprising at least one light in-coupling portion (108) at at least on the external periphery of the at least one light guide (107) for coupling light (106) into the at least one light guide (107), a plurality of light out-coupling portions (109) for coupling light (106) out of the at least one light guide (107) in a second spatial light distribution, —an at least in part light-transmissive envelope (110) at least partly encapsulating said at least one LED-filament (103) and said at least one light guide (107), —wherein the at least one light guide (107) is arranged for guiding the light (106) coupled into the at least one light guide (107) at the at least one light in-coupling portion (108) via total internal reflection (111) to the plurality of light out-coupling portions (109), —wherein the at least one LED-filament (103) is external to the at least one light guide (107). |
| US11015764B2 |
LED light bulb with flexible LED filament having perpendicular connecting wires
An LED light bulb, comprising: a bulb shell with inner surface and outer surface opposite to the inner surface of the bulb shell, the bulb shell includes a layer of luminescent material which is formed on the inner surface or the outer surface of the bulb shell or integrated in the material of the bulb shell; a bulb base connected to the bulb shell; a stem connected to the bulb base and located in the bulb shell, the stem comprises a stand extending to the center of the bulb shell; and a single LED filament, disposed in the bulb shell, the LED filament comprising: a plurality of LED chip units, each of the LED chip units comprises at least two LED chips; a plurality of conductors respectivity located on opposite sides of the LED chip units; wherein a Cartesian coordinate system having an x-axis, a y-axis is oriented for the LED filament where the x-axis is parallel to the length direction of the LED filament, the conductors are parallel to the x direction and at least one of the plurality of conductors is electrically connected with the LED chip units through a first wire perpendicular to the x direction. |
| US11015763B2 |
Expansion turbine and compressor-type high-pressure hydrogen filling system and control method for same
An expansion turbine/compressor type high-pressure hydrogen gas filling system is simple in configuration, low in site work cost, small in the burden of maintenance work, and capable of reducing the operating cost including cost of power consumption, and it is not necessary to separately provide a way to take out the energy produced in the expansion equipment and effectively use outside such as generator, and that can be applied for temperature lowering system technology such as pre-cooler function in the final filling portion of the hydrogen station, the expansion turbine portion has with a process to incorporate the expansion turbine/compressor in the expansion turbine portion in the filling system to do the enthalpy lowering of the hydrogen gas using the expansion turbine, when the hydrogen gas accumulated at high pressure is pressurized and filled into the tank. |
| US11015762B2 |
Composite pressure vessel with boss connector
A pressure vessel for storing a fluid at high pressure includes: a liner and a composite laminate shell coupled to an outer surface of the liner. The liner has an inner surface delineating an inner wall of a cavity and the cavity includes a dome-shaped region having a central opening. An access channel is traversing the composite laminate shell for providing an access to the cavity. The central opening is facing an entrance of the access channel. A boss connector, located or partly located within the access channel, includes an inner bore part configured for receiving a valve or a plug, and an outer neck part including a plurality of interspaced rib elements protruding into the composite laminate shell for optimizing a pressure distribution in the laminate shell. |
| US11015761B1 |
Composite pressure vessel for gas storage and method for its production
A pressure vessel includes a carbon fiber reinforced plastic with an integrated permeation barrier as its innermost layer. Alternating layers of permeation barrier and carbon fiber reinforced plastic may also be used. During manufacturing, the permeation barrier is sprayed on and integrated into the composite. The vessel, which is well-suited for high pressure gas storage is lighter weight than prior art vessels and has more usable volume than same-dimensioned prior art vessel. The permeation barrier encapsulates one or more ports or fittings of the vessel to reduce or eliminate the potential for gaps through which gas can escape. In one embodiment, a removable tooling process is employed in the manufacture of the vessel. In another embodiment, a permanent tooling process is employed and the tooling serves as a sorbent material for the vessel. |
| US11015753B2 |
System, method and apparatus for pull-actuated spline for coupling with a pipe
A pipe system includes a tubular body having an axis, a bore extending in an axial direction, a tubular body retainer groove formed in the bore, and a tubular body exterior. Retainers are configured to be mounted in the tubular body retainer groove only from the bore of the tubular body. In one version, the retainers cannot be installed in the tubular body retainer groove from the exterior of the tubular body. The retainers are configured to be circumferentially spaced apart from each other with respect to the axis. In addition, a pipe having a pipe exterior with a pipe retainer groove is configured to receive the retainers to form a pipe assembly. |
| US11015752B2 |
Tubing splicing device
A tubing splicing device for repairing tubing includes a pair of housings. Each housing comprises a barrel, which is open-ended. A pipe, which is externally threaded, is positioned in and rotationally coupled to the barrel. The pipe is configured to be threadedly inserted into a respective segment of a tubular substrate so that the tubular substrate is drawn into a first end of the housing to sealably couple the pipe to the tubular substrate. A first coupler is coupled to a second end of one of the housings. A second coupler is coupled to a second end of other of the housings. The second coupler, being complementary to the first coupler, is positioned to couple to the first coupler to couple the one of the housings to the other of the housings. Concurrently, the pipes are sealably coupled to sealably couple two segments of the tubular substrate. |
| US11015744B2 |
Composite tube
The invention relates to a composite tube, in particular a corrugated tube, comprising a first wall section produced from a first plastic material, a second wall section produced from a second plastic material different from the first plastic material, and a third wall section produced from a third plastic material different from the first plastic material and the second plastic material, the first wall section, the second wall section, and the third wall section being adjacently arranged in a peripheral direction of the composite tube, the third wall section being arranged between the first wall section and the second wall section and connecting the first wall section to the second wall section, and the first wall section, the second wall section, and the third wall section respectively extending in a radial direction of the composite tube over an entire wall thickness thereof. |
| US11015742B2 |
Cable fastening assembly and method for using same
The disclosed inventive concept provides a cable fastener assembly for securing a plurality of cables onto a stud. The cable fastener assembly includes a housing and a punch-nut for securing the housing onto the stud. The housing includes a base, a sidewall, and at least one attachment member extending from the sidewall. The base has an opening formed therein for receiving the stud and the sidewall includes at least one attachment member for securing a cable tie thereto. The punch-nut includes a base and an opening formed therein for receiving the stud. By providing interchangeable punch-nuts to be used with the housing, the disclosed inventive concept can accommodate studs having different shapes. Preferably, a pair of perpendicular passageways is formed within each attachment member. A cable tie may then be secured within each passageway for securing cables to the housing along different axes. |
| US11015736B1 |
Clamp utilizing a shape memory alloy actuator to shutoff, squeeze off, plastic pipe and tubing used in the pressurized transmission of gas or fluid
This present invention utilizes a shape memory alloy (SMA) to improve on prior art in the design of clamps used for shut off, squeeze off, of plastic pipe which transmits gas or fluid under pressure. More particularly, but not exclusively, the present invention incorporates SMAs as actuators to simplify and improve clamp design for squeeze off of plastic pipe that is used in the transmission of pressurized gas and fluid. This invention may be deployed and operated remotely by the user. This present invention relates specifically to the application of trained SMA tubes, rods, bars, and beams as actuators for clamping and squeeze off of plastic pipe and tubing used to transmit gas or fluid. |
| US11015727B2 |
Valves having flexible membranes
Fluid apparatus and related methods are disclosed. An example fluid apparatus includes a body defining a fluid flow path between an inlet and an outlet. A flow control member is positioned in the fluid flow path. The flow control member has a base pivotally coupled to an inner wall of the body defining the fluid flow path. The flow control member has an annular tip that is to flex between an open position to allow fluid flow through the fluid flow path and a closed position to prevent fluid flow through the fluid flow path. |
| US11015722B2 |
Safety valve
A safety valve for a cleaning device for a milking installation for milking milk-providing animals, including a first block valve with an input, a second block valve with an output, a bleed valve with a bleed output, a piston rod and a drive unit, wherein the safety valve is movable from a blocking position, in which the first block valve and the second block valve are closed in order to block the input and the output and in which the bleed valve is opened in order to connect the bleed output to a connection, into a pass-through position, in which the first block valve and the second block valve are opened in order to connect the input to the output via the connection and in which the bleed valve is closed in order to block the bleed output, and back. The first block valve, the second block valve and the bleed valve of the safety valve are designed as seat valves with a common piston plate. |
| US11015719B2 |
Electromagnetic valve manifold
An electromagnetic valve manifold includes a manifold base including passages, a pilot electromagnetic valve including a valve body mounted on a mounting surface of the manifold base, a gasket arranged between the mounting surface and the valve body, and a check valve. The valve body includes an electromagnetic valve-side pilot fluid discharge passage. The manifold base includes a base-side pilot fluid discharge passage that opens in the mounting surface and communicates with the electromagnetic valve-side pilot fluid discharge passage. The check valve is configured to prevent fluid from flowing from the base-side pilot fluid discharge passage to the electromagnetic valve-side pilot fluid discharge passage. The check valve is integrated with the gasket. |
| US11015717B2 |
Automatic back-pressure valve for use in supercritical fluid chromatographic system
An automatic back-pressure valve comprises a spring support (1), an ejector rod spring (2), an ejector rod (3), a piston rod (4), a guide band (5), a cylinder body (6), an O-ring seal ring A (7), an O-ring seal ring B (8), a piston rod spring (9), a cylinder cover (10), a guide sleeve (11), a conical ceramic element (12), a seal ring (13), a sealing base (14), a valve body (15), a screw (16) and a positioning sleeve (17). |
| US11015715B2 |
Ramped spacer ring seal
A ring seal assembly includes a first seal seat, a second seal seat axially abutting the first seal seat and two or more seal rings located axially between the first seal seat and the second seal seat. One or more pilot features are positioned at one or more of the first seal seat or the second seal seat to radially locate a ring seal of the two or more seal rings during assembly of the ring seal assembly. A method of installing a ring seal assembly includes securing a first seal seat at a rotating component, inserting a first seal ring onto the first seal seat, and installing a second seal ring and a second seal seat to the rotating component. The second seal ring is guided into a selected radial position via one or more pilot features located at the first seal seat and/or the second seal seat. |
| US11015714B2 |
Dry gas seal with electronically controlled carrier load
A mechanical seal assembly with an electronically controllable carrier load. The assembly includes a magnetic ring affixed to the carrier and driven by a solenoid. The solenoid can apply an axial force to the carrier. The carrier load can be controlled to prevent or reduce friction between the primary ring and mating ring in slow-roll running conditions by partially or completely compensating a spring force provided by a biasing mechanism. The carrier load can further be controlled to inhibit seal hang-up. In embodiments, desired the carrier load can be determined by rotational speed. In embodiments, carrier load can be determined based on sensor signals. |
| US11015712B2 |
Knitted wire carrier for weather seal insert support with lockstitched reinforcing wire
This invention provides a knitted wire carrier for use in constructing a (e.g.) automotive weather seal that incorporates a locking stitch formed from a relatively incompressible and expansion-resisting material that passes through at least one of the warp threads adjacent to the wire weft. In an embodiment, the locking stitch constructed from a steel (or another metal) wire that is solid or braided. In other embodiments, the locking stitch can be constructed from fiberglass, monofilament polymer or another similarly performing material. In an embodiment, the lockstitch wire is constructed from approximately 0.5-millimeter diameter steel and the wire carrier is constructed from approximately 0.5-0.91-millimeter diameter steel. The wire lockstitch can be woven through a center warp yarn that is surrounded by other knitted warp yarns along the overall weft of the wire carrier. The wire carrier is coated with an adhesive, e.g., latex to maintain the knit in place. |
| US11015710B2 |
Gasket with electrical isolating coatings
An electrically isolating gasket is disclosed wherein a coating layer is disposed on at least one conductive surface, and in some embodiments, on all surfaces or at least all of the conductive surfaces. The electrically isolating gasket includes a core gasket component, a ring seal component, and a non-conductive inner seal component. The coating layer can be, for example, polyimide, polyamide, ceramic, and aluminum oxide. |
| US11015705B2 |
Bicycle control system
A bicycle control system may be provided to control a first gear changer with a control unit and a second gear changer with the first gear changer. The control unit may control both first and second gear changers. The system includes a predetermined shift path and may transition in and out of the predetermined shift path responsive to various controls. Shifts out of the predetermined shift path may be recovery shifts where both first and second gear changers are controlled. |
| US11015704B2 |
Apparatus and method for controlling continuously variable transmission
A vehicle has an engine (1) as a driving source. Output rotation of the engine (1) is transmitted to driving wheels (7) through a torque converter (2) equipped with a lock-up clutch, a first gear train (3), a transmission (4) formed by combination of a variator (20) and an auxiliary transmission (30), a second gear train (5) and a final speed reduction device (6). The second gear train (5) is provided with a parking mechanism (8) that mechanically locks an output shaft of the transmission (4) so that the output shaft of the transmission (4) cannot rotate during parking of the vehicle. A shift speed when down-shift is performed by the variator (20) during a torque-down request to the engine (1) is set to be slower than a shift speed when down-shift is performed by the variator (20) during a non-torque-down request. |
| US11015699B2 |
Vehicle drivetrain component having an internal vent relocation tube for venting a housing of the vehicle drivetrain component
A driveline power transmitting component having a power transfer assembly disposed in a housing. The housing defines a vent aperture and a sump. A lubricating fluid is disposed in the sump and portions of the power transfer assembly travel through the lubricating fluid so that a lubrication surge zone and a splash lubrication zone are formed. The vent aperture is disposed in at least one of the surge zone, the splash lubrication zone and the sump when the driveline power transmitting component is disposed in at least one orientation in a predetermined range of operating positions in which the driveline power transmitting component can be operated. A breather relocation conduit is employed to permit air to be vented from the housing to the vent aperture without intaking lubricating fluid into the breather relocation conduit. |
| US11015698B2 |
Gearbox mounting link
A link for mounting a first component to a second component according to an example of the present disclosure includes a first piece connectable to the first component, a second piece connectable to the second component, the second piece includes a main body portion receivable in an opening in the first piece. A primary fastener is configured to retain the main body portion of the second piece in the opening. A secondary fastener is configured to retain the main body portion of the second piece in the opening, the secondary fastener capable of withstanding higher loads than the primary fastener. A gas turbine engine assembly and a method of constraining a gearbox with respect to an engine are also disclosed. |
| US11015697B2 |
Continuously variable transmission device with gear regulation device
A continuously variable transmission device (1) for a two-, three- or four-wheel motorcycle comprises a gear shift regulation device provided with a slide (40) axially slidable and suitable to engage special rollers (18) to hold them during the gear shift. A mobile bushing (9) is suitable to influence the slide (40) to cause its translation from a rearward position to a forward limit position to engage the special rollers (18). |
| US11015696B2 |
Damper pulley for crankshaft
A damper pulley for a crankshaft may include: a hub including a first cylindrical portion, a first closed end provided at one end of the first cylindrical portion, and a first open end provided at the other end of the first cylindrical portion; and a pulley including a second cylindrical portion having a plurality of grooves, a second closed end provided at one end of the second cylindrical portion, and a second open end provided at the other end of the second cylindrical portion. In particular, the first closed end of the hub and the second closed end of the pulley are combined into one unit. |
| US11015689B2 |
Multi-speed electric machine gearbox with low drive ratio
A gearbox includes an input gear supported for rotation about an input axis and includes first and second idler gears fixedly coupled to each other and supported for rotation about a transfer axis. The first idler gear is fixedly coupled to the input gear. A planetary gear set is supported for rotation about an output axis of the gearbox and has a first component fixedly coupled to the second idler gear. A differential is supported for rotation about the output axis, co-axial with the planetary gear set, and fixedly coupled to a second component of the planetary gear set. |
| US11015686B2 |
Electric linear actuator
The present disclosure discloses an electric linear actuator, comprising: an electric motor, a transmission assembly in transmission connection with the electric motor, and a sleeve assembly in transmission connection with the transmission assembly, wherein the sleeve assembly comprises a main shaft, and a clutch device for implementing power connection or disconnection between the main shaft and the transmission assembly is provided between the main shaft and the transmission assembly, the clutch device comprising a ball clutch. The present disclosure solves the problem of poor smoothness of the existing electric linear actuators upon power connection or disconnection; besides, the present disclosure has a higher transmission efficiency and a longer service life. |
| US11015684B2 |
Continuously variable transmission and vehicle provided with such a transmission
A continuously variable transmission including a first pulley means, a second pulley means and an elongate, flexible endless transmission element that is passed over both the first pulley means and the second pulley means, wherein the first pulley means include two sheaves which are adjustable in an axial direction of the first rotation axis line, and an adjusting means for moving the two adjustable sheaves toward and away from each other in the axial direction for setting an operative radius of the first pulley means at which the transmission element is passed over the first pulley means, wherein the first pulley means is provided with alignment means for causing the two movable sheaves to jointly move additionally in the axial direction of the first rotation axis under the influence of a force exerted in axial direction on the first pulley means by the transmission element while maintaining the operative radius. |
| US11015683B2 |
Vehicle driving device
A vehicle driving device including: a rotary electric machine that is a driving force source of a first wheel and a second wheel; a speed reduction device that reduces a speed of a rotation of the rotary electric machine; and a differential gear device that distributes to the first wheel and the second wheel, a driving force that is transmitted from the rotary electric machine via the speed reduction device. |
| US11015680B2 |
Wedge pin suspension system
The present disclosure relates to a means for vertically suspending a single lighting element or a plurality of lighting elements within a rail system using one or a plurality of wedge pin suspension systems that employ a wedge pin securing device and a receptive collar assembly to grip and secure in place one or a plurality of electrical cables having at least two insulated conductive electrical leads to provide both vertical support and electrical power to the suspended lighting elements. The present disclosure further relates to a manually adjustable and reservable wedge pin securing device configured for easy manipulation, yet providing a secure vertical suspension means using a lighting system's own electrical cable for support based on combined frictional and gravitational forces. |
| US11015676B2 |
Vehicle
To provide a vehicle that includes a balancer mechanism for reducing vibration of the engine and can leave a space margin for increasing the fuel tank in size and/or arranging equipment or components at the rear of the cylinder and above the crankcase. A vehicle includes: an engine mounted on a body frame. The engine comprises a crankcase with a ceiling wall, a crankshaft provided in the crankcase, and a balancer mechanism for reducing vibration of the engine by power transmitted from the crankshaft. The balancer mechanism comprises an idler gear disposed behind the crankshaft and rotated by power transmitted from the crankshaft, and a first balancer disposed behind the idler gear and rotated by power transmitted from the idler gear. The idler gear and the first balancer are disposed along the ceiling wall. |
| US11015674B2 |
Torque fluctuation inhibiting device, torque converter and power transmission device
The present device includes a mass body, a centrifugal element and a plurality of conversion mechanisms. The mass body is disposed to be rotatable with the rotor and be rotatable relative to the rotor. The centrifugal element is disposed to receive a centrifugal force to be generated by rotation of at least one of the rotor and the mass body. Each of the plurality of conversion mechanisms is configured to convert the centrifugal force into a circumferential force when a relative displacement is produced between the rotor and the mass body in a rotational direction. The circumferential force is directed to reduce the relative displacement. The respective plurality of conversion mechanisms are disposed at intervals in a circumferential direction. |
| US11015670B2 |
Vibration damper
A vibration damper may include a damper tube and a damper piston disposed in the damper tube so as to be reciprocatingly movable. The damper tube may be connected to a piston rod extending out of the damper tube, and the damper piston may movably separate a first oil-filled damper chamber on a piston rod side from a second oil-filled damper chamber remote from the piston rod. A bottom element at one end of the damper tube seals the end of the damper tube. The bottom element may protrude into the end of the damper tube and thereby reduce oil volume of the second damper chamber. |
| US11015669B2 |
Bi-directional non-linear spring
A linear spring member having an annular region with a first thickness connected in series by cylindrical regions having a second thickness, wherein the first thickness is less than the second thickness. Outer portions of adjacent annular regions are coupled together by a first cylindrical region and inner portions of adjacent annular regions are coupled together by a second cylindrical region such that the effective spring rate of the bi-directional spring device increases symmetrically as it is displaced in either compression or tension. |
| US11015668B2 |
Pad clip, assembly of pad clip and return spring, and floating type disc brake
A pad clip for a disc brake includes: a radial pressing portion which is disposed at inward than a clamping portion in a radial direction and presses outward in the radial direction an ear portion; a circumferential pressing portion which extends outward in the radial direction from a radially outer side portion of the clamping portion, an intermediate portion thereof being folded back inward in radial and circumferential directions of the rotor, and a tip end portion thereof pressing the pad inward in the circumferential direction; and a spring holding portion which protrudes outward in the circumferential direction from the radially outer side portion of the clamping portion than a base portion of the circumferential pressing portion, and holds a return spring which is made of wire material and presses the pad away from the rotor in an axial direction of the rotor. |
| US11015664B1 |
Rotation-actuated drum brake
The rotation-actuated drum brake uses both inner and outer sets of brake shoes, which are actuated in a radial manner, to contact the inner and outer surfaces of a cylindrical brake drum. The inner and outer sets of brake shoes are disposed within an annular brake housing and are constrained to move radially. An actuator selectively drives rotation of a rotating disc having a plurality of arcuate slots defined therein. This drives roller guides of the inner and outer sets of brake shoes to roll within respective ones of the arcuate slots. The driven rolling of the roller guides drives the radial motion of the inner and outer sets of brake shoes to simultaneously frictionally engage the inner and outer surfaces of the cylindrical brake drum. |
| US11015661B2 |
Rotatable electromagnetic clutch utilizing inductive coupling
An example electromagnetic clutch assembly includes a rotatable portion and a stationary portion. The rotatable portion includes a field winding and a clutch body, and the stationary portion includes an exciter winding that is inductively coupled to the rotatable portion and is operable to energize the field winding. The field winding is operable, when energized, to provide a magnetic field that causes engagement or disengagement between the clutch body and an armature body. A method of operating an electromagnetic clutch assembly is also disclosed. |
| US11015658B2 |
Drivetrain of an electrically driven vehicle and electrically driven vehicle
Electrically driven vehicle including a drivetrain with an electric motor which forms the drive of the vehicle, and a frictionally engaging clutch. The clutch is a normally closed clutch with conical friction elements, which rest against each other in pairs in a closed position and transmit torque. |
| US11015653B2 |
Slide bearing for a support mount, method for producing a slide body and method for producing a slide bearing
A slide bearing for a support mount of a motor vehicle includes a first housing part, a second housing part, and a slide bearing device arranged between the two housing parts. In embodiments, the slide bearing device includes at least a first slide body and at least a second slide body. With embodiments, at least a section of the first slide body is made of a hybrid material. A method of producing a slide body and a method of producing a slide bearing are also disclosed. |
| US11015651B2 |
Bearing device for vehicle wheel and method for manufacturing said device
A bearing device for a vehicle wheel includes an outer member which is a plastic work piece in which an open hole in an outer-side end part is pushed out from inner sides, and an outer periphery of the outer member has a bulged part that is enlarged radially outward. |
| US11015650B2 |
Manufacturing method of thin-wall bearing and method for machining thin-wall inner ring/outer ring of the thin-wall bearing as well as precise flexible bearing
The invention provides a manufacturing method for thin-wall bearing and a method for machining a thin-wall inner ring/outer ring as well as a precision flexible bearing. The method for machining the thin-wall inner ring/outer ring comprises the following steps of: S0, providing a thin-wall ring with machining allowance left; S1: reinforcing along the radial direction and/or axial direction of the thin-wall ring; S2: carrying out quenching-tempering heat treatment on the reinforcing ring obtained by reinforcement in the S1; S3: carrying out corresponding grinding, hard cutting and super finishing on the reinforcing ring after receiving heat treatment, which includes removal of the machining allowance and a reinforcing part obtained by reinforcement in the S1, thereby obtaining finished thin-wall ring product. The thin-wall ring reinforced machining method substantially reduces and even avoids deformation of the thin-wall ring in all manufacturing links, thereby obtaining very high machining precision. The precision thin-wall bearing and the precision flexible bearing can be manufactured by fitting of the precision thin-wall ring and a precision rolling body. |
| US11015649B2 |
Bearing assemblies including thick superhard tables and/or selected exposures, bearing apparatuses, and methods of use
Embodiments of the invention are directed to bearing assemblies configured to effectively provide heat dissipation for bearing elements, bearing apparatuses including such bearing assemblies, and methods of operating such bearing assemblies and apparatuses. In an embodiment, a bearing assembly includes a plurality of superhard bearing elements distributed about an axis. Each superhard bearing element of the plurality of superhard bearing elements has a superhard table including a superhard surface. The bearing assembly includes a support ring structure coupled to the plurality of superhard bearing elements. One or more of the superhard bearing elements includes a superhard table, which may improve heat transfer from such superhard bearing elements. |
| US11015648B2 |
Adjusting sleeve for a bearing device, bearing device having an adjusting sleeve, and method for mounting an adjusting sleeve
The approach which is proposed here relates to an adjusting sleeve (105) for a bearing device (100) having at least one housing (110) for receiving a bearing sleeve (115), the bearing sleeve (115) for receiving a shaft (120), and the shaft (120). The adjusting sleeve (105) is configured to be capable of being received between the bearing sleeve (115) and the housing (110) and to be thermally conductive. To this end, an outer wall (125) of the adjusting sleeve (105) has at least one outer depression (135) which is configured to produce an outer chamber (140) between the adjusting sleeve (105) and the housing (110) in a received state of the adjusting sleeve (105) in the bearing device (100), and/or an inner wall (130) of the adjusting sleeve (105) has at least one inner depression (145) which is configured to produce an inner chamber (150) between the adjusting sleeve (105) and the bearing sleeve (115) in the received state of the adjusting sleeve (105) in the bearing device (100). |
| US11015646B2 |
Bearing apparatus including tilting pads
Tilting pad bearing assemblies and apparatuses are disclosed herein. The disclosed tilting pad bearing assemblies and apparatuses may be employed in downhole motors of a subterranean drilling system or other mechanical systems. In an embodiment, a bearing assembly or apparatus includes a support ring and a plurality of tilting pads. Each tilting pad is tilted and/or tiltably secured relative to the support ring. In some embodiments, one or more of the tilting pads include a plurality of superhard bearing segments assembled to form a superhard bearing surface. One or more seams may be positioned between adjacent superhard bearing segments of the superhard bearing segments. In other embodiments, one or more of the tilting pads may include at least one or only one superhard bearing segment, such as a polycrystalline diamond bearing segment. |
| US11015645B2 |
Bearing, unit for converting a flat substrate, and methods for mounting and removing a rotary tool
A bearing for holding a rotary conversion tool (10, 11) that includes two end rolling bearing devices (26, 28), at least one intermediate rolling bearing device (27) interposed between the end rolling bearing devices (26, 28), the end and intermediate rolling bearing devices (26, 27, 28) being intended to engage with an end (10a, 10b, 11a, 11b) of the rotary tool (10, 11), and at least one mechanical actuator (32, 33) configured to exert a radial preload force (Fo, Fo′) at the intermediate rolling bearing device (27). |
| US11015644B2 |
Pinned cylindrical roller bearing
A pinned roller bearing assembly having a plurality of pinned rollers, wherein each of the pins has a first threaded end received in a threaded aperture of a first support ring, and a second unthreaded and shouldered end received in a countersunk and unthreaded aperture of a second support ring. Each end of each pin extends through its respective support ring and is rivetingly domed outside the support ring to secure its position and configuration. The pinned roller bearings and support rings are disposed within an outer and inner race. |
| US11015643B2 |
Roll device
A roll device as a spreader roll has a rotating hollow roll tube which at the ends thereof is rotatably mounted by means of bearing ends which are mounted in rotary bearings. The roll device has a tension element which runs so as to be eccentric to the central longitudinal axis of the roll tube through the roll tube and by internal tension toward the ends of the roll tube is impinged by a force with pressure. As a result, the roll tube is capable of being bent by way of an impingement of the tension element with a force, the deflection being transversely away from the longitudinal extent of said roll tube, if the tension element is tensioned in relation to the roll tube in an axial direction. |
| US11015641B2 |
Cushioned carabiner clip
The present invention relates to an improved carabiner system, including an impact-dampening cushion around the external surface of the frame for cushioning damage during a fall or collision and to reduce sound from loose or swinging carabiner collisions. Additional surface routing and through holes provide improved register between the carabiner frame and the over-molded cushion layer. |
| US11015640B2 |
Rotary joint assembly and combination clip-hook and jewelry piece employing the rotary joint assembly
This invention provides a combination clip and hook (clip) for use generally in suspending articles having shoulder or hand straps, or carrying other accessories, such as keys, which is rotatably movable about a rotary joint between a first position in which two opposing, rotatably joined portions of the overall clip structure are oriented together to form a continuous, enclosed shape that can be secured around another strap or loop on an item or piece of clothing, and a second position in which the two portions of the structure are rotated out of the enclosed shape, and into, for example, a substantially S-shaped hook in which one portion of the structure supports the strap of the item and the other portion can be applied to a clothing hook, chair back, table surface, door top, or other supporting member. |
| US11015637B2 |
Leveling bolt and related methods
An improved leveling bolt adapted to be received within an aperture defined by a panel is provided. The leveling bolt includes a threaded shaft, a base, and an obstruction. The base is joined to a first end of the threaded shaft. The obstruction is proximal to a second end of the threaded shaft and is adapted to engage the panel at the aperture during reversal of the threaded shaft from the aperture to prevent full withdrawal of the leveling bolt. |
| US11015635B2 |
Threaded truss foundations and related systems, methods, and machines
A machine for rotary driving screw anchors into underlying ground and related. The machine has a mast with a rotary driver and a mandrel driver oriented on a common axis. The mandrel driver passes a mandrel through the rotary driver and the screw anchor to allow the mandrel to be actuated ahead of the screw anchor while the rotary driver drives the screw anchor into the ground. Alternatively, the mandrel driver may also drive a hammering drill through the screw anchor to clear a path ahead of it through subsurface rocks. |
| US11015634B2 |
Plate member joining structure
A plate member joining structure includes a lower plate that is made of metal, a fitting base portion being formed at an upper surface of the lower plate; an upper plate that is made of metal, that is disposed on the upper surface of the lower plate, and that has a fitting insert portion that is fitted to the fitting base portion so as to form a first gap between a lower surface of the fitting insert portion and a surface of the fitting base portion facing the lower surface of the fitting insert portion; and a screw that, in a state in which the fitting insert portion is fitted to the fitting base portion, is screwed into the fitting insert portion and the fitting base portion, and joins the fitting insert portion and the fitting base portion together in a plate thickness direction. |
| US11015633B2 |
Snap fit fasteners
A snap fit fastener may include a head, a first group of wings, and a second group of wings. The first group of wings may be disposed axially around a center axis of the head, each of the first group of wings has a first length, and includes a first end connected to the head and a second end opposing the first end. The second group of wings may be disposed axially around the center axis of the head, each of the second group of wings has a second length, and includes a first end connected to the head and a second end opposing the first end. The first length may be different from the second length. A snap fit fastener with at least two groups of protrusions for fitting multiple heights is also disclosed. |
| US11015632B2 |
Fixing element for securing a retaining element on a support and system comprising a fixing element and a retaining element
Disclosed is a fastener for securing a retaining element on a support, wherein the fastener is formed like a retaining clip and has at least one leg and at least one engaging section, wherein the engaging section extends outwardly from the longitudinal axis of the fastener and is designed to engage with the retaining element. The leg has at least one latching section for retaining the retaining element on the support at an opening of the support, wherein the fastener has a channel for a section of the retaining element, wherein the fastener has at least one contact region for the retaining element that is positioned at least partially within the channel, and the contact region is functionally connected to the engaging section via a connecting section, wherein the contact region has an angle greater than 0° and less than 90° to the longitudinal axis of the channel. |
| US11015630B2 |
Method for attaching nut and collar to plate material and attachment structure of nut and collar to plate material
A nut is caulked and fixed to a plate material and a protrusion at an end of a collar is press-fitted into a recessed groove generated on the opposite surface of the plate material at the time of the caulking fixation, thereby fixing the nut and the collar to both surfaces of the plate material, respectively. The plate material is, for example, a metal panel, and the nut is, for example, a pierce nut. Since the collar is caulked and fixed, thermal strain is not generated. |
| US11015627B2 |
Panel clamping and mounting mechanism
The present invention relates to a panel clamp securable to a variety of mounting mechanisms. The clamp includes first and second members, each having an edge extending beyond at least a portion of its side surface to form an overhang, and each includes a plurality of holes passing therethrough. When the overhang of the first member is fitted over a top surface of a panel and the overhang of the second member is fitted over a bottom surface of the panel, such that the plurality of holes in the first member is substantially aligned with the plurality of holes in the second member, mechanical fasteners can be inserted through the plurality of holes to secure the first and second members to the panel. An additional mechanical fastener is inserted through the clamp to secure the clamp to a mounting mechanism. |
| US11015624B2 |
Methods and devices for conserving energy in fluid power production
A valve for controlling a flow of a fluid between a source, reservoir, a vent, and pressure-based device. The valve has multiple positions each having a source port fluidly coupleable to the source, reservoir port fluidly coupleable to the reservoir, device port fluidly coupleable to the pressure-based device, and venting port configured to vent the fluid. The multiple positions are separately selectable and include a fill position having a fill conduit fluidly coupling the source port and device port, a recycle position having a recycle conduit fluidly coupling the reservoir port and device port, and a vent position having a vent conduit fluidly coupling the vent port and device port. The fill conduit, recycle conduit, and vent conduit each communicate the fluid only when a corresponding one of the multiple positions is selected, and the multiple positions are configured to prevent selection of more than one at a time. |
| US11015622B2 |
Hydraulic intensifiers, boosters and/or controllers
A hydraulic intensifier and/or booster (HIB) for transforming an incoming hydraulic pressure at a relative low-pressure to an amplified outgoing hydraulic pressure at a relative high-pressure. The HIB comprising a hydraulic motor and an intensifying mechanism, possibly a hydraulic screw pump mechanism, wherein the hydraulic motor being arranged from the incoming hydraulic pressure to output power. The intensifying mechanism being arranged to receive the outputted power from the hydraulic motor and transform it to linear power of a piston and via the piston being arranged to build the amplified outgoing hydraulic pressure. |
| US11015621B2 |
Proportional control fluid actuator
A proportional control fluid actuator that is used as a positioning device in applications such as a hydraulic directional control valve. The activating device has a cylinder body attachable to a valve body and has a bore carrying a piston that is coaxially secured to an end of a valve spool. The device is provided with spaced openings in the cylinder body that communicate with the bore therein to introduce fluid to act on opposite sides of the piston. Factory pre-compressed spring means are provided for normally urging the piston and spool to a center position. Since the areas of the fluid pressure applied on both sides of the piston are different (due to a spool on one side of the piston), two pre-compressed springs are used to compensate the area difference to achieve a proportional movement of the spool. |
| US11015617B2 |
Rear guard of box fan and box fan
A rear guard of a box fan comprises: a body arranged vertically and a waterproof part arranged on the body. The waterproof part is arranged in a position corresponding to a motor in the box fan and the waterproof part comprises a plurality of recessed structures arranged on the body. a plurality of vent holes are arranged on the body for communicating an inner side of the body with an outer side of the body are arranged in the recessed structures. By arranging the vent holes in the recessed structures, the waterproof effect is realized on the premise of ensuring ventilation, the electric leakage and ignition of the motor can be effectively prevented, and the lifetime of the motor of the box fan is extended. |
| US11015616B2 |
Liquid heating pump for conveying and heating liquid in a water-bearing domestic appliance
A liquid heating pump includes an impeller chamber having an impeller, which can be rotatably driven, and a diffusor chamber and/or pressure chamber arranged axially downstream in the flow direction and having a stationary diffusor. A heating device is associated with the diffusor and/or pressure chamber. The diffusor has a main body, in particular in the shape of a circular cylinder. The main body has a front wall on which a guide blade portion is arranged which axially protrudes in a direction of the impeller into a liquid ejection region of the impeller arranged around an outer periphery of the impeller and which extends away from the liquid ejection region outwardly toward an axial outer casing of the main body, which axial outer casing is arranged radially further outwardly than the liquid ejection region of the impeller. |
| US11015613B2 |
Aero loading shroud sealing
A shroud assembly includes a shroud segment and a hanger. In one exemplary aspect, the shroud segment has a shroud body extending substantially along a circumferential direction between a first end and a second end. The shroud body defines a radial centerline along the circumferential direction. A flange is attached to or integral with the shroud body. The flange is pivotally coupled with the hanger at a location spaced from the radial centerline of the shroud body. |
| US11015612B2 |
Turbine housing
A turbine housing includes an inner pipe and an outer pipe, the inner pipe being configured to form an exhaust air flow path between an exhaust-air-inlet-side flange and an exhaust-air-outlet-side flange, and an outer pipe being configured to cover the inner pipe such that a predetermined spacing is formed between the inner pipe and the outer pipe. The inner pipe has: an inner pipe main body configured to form the exhaust air flow path having a spiral shape, the inner pipe main body being connected to the exhaust-air-inlet-side flange such that exhaust gas is allowed to enter between the inner pipe and the outer pipe; and an exhaust tube attached to an exhaust air outlet side of the inner pipe main body in a freely slidable manner with an intervening sealing member. |
| US11015607B2 |
Motor pump
A motor pump includes a shaft rotatable around an axis, a driving section including a rotor core integrally fixed to an outer circumference of the shaft and a stator surrounding an outer circumference of the rotor core, a compression section configured to compress a working fluid, a casing surrounding the shaft, the driving section, and the compression section, a partition radially partitioning an inside of the casing into a first space in which the stator is disposed and a second space in which the rotor core is disposed, a first connection path connecting the first space to a first portion of the compression section, and a second connection path connecting the second space to a second portion of the compression section in which a pressure of the working fluid is higher than that of the first portion. |
| US11015605B2 |
Alternating pump gaps
A blood pump system includes a pump housing and an impeller for rotating in a pump chamber within the housing. The impeller has a first side and a second side opposite the first side. The system includes a stator having drive coils for applying a torque to the impeller and at least one bearing mechanism for suspending the impeller within the pump chamber. The system includes a position control mechanism for moving the impeller in an axial direction within the pump chamber to adjust a size of a first gap and a size of a second gap, thereby controlling a washout rate at each of the first gap and the second gap. The first gap is defined by a distance between the first side and the housing and the second gap is defined by a distance between the second side and the pump housing. |
| US11015604B2 |
Method and apparatus for pressure equalization in rotary compressors
A high side compressor system includes a compressor housing, motor, and a compression chamber. The compression chamber is disposed within the compressor housing. An accumulator is fluidly coupled to the compressor housing via a pressure-equalization tube. A pressure-equalization valve is disposed in the pressure-equalization tube. The pressure-equalization valve closes access to the pressure-equalization tube responsive to an electrical current being applied to the pressure-equalization valve. The pressure-equalization valve is electrically coupled to a compression mechanism such that interruption of electrical current to the compression mechanism interrupts electrical current to the pressure-equalization valve thereby opening the pressure-equalization valve. |
| US11015598B2 |
Compressor having bushing
A compressor includes a non-orbiting scroll, an orbiting scroll, a driveshaft, a bearing housing and a bushing. The non-orbiting scroll includes a first spiral wrap. The orbiting scroll includes an end plate having a first side and a second side. The first side has a second spiral wrap that extends therefrom and meshingly engages with the first spiral wrap of the non-orbiting scroll. The second side has a hub extending therefrom. The driveshaft has a crankpin that is received in the hub and that drives the orbiting scroll. The bushing includes a first member and a second member. The first member is disposed within the hub of the orbiting scroll between the hub and the crankpin of the driveshaft. The second member extends radially from the first member and is disposed between the hub and the bearing housing. |
| US11015594B2 |
Systems and method for use of single mass flywheel alongside torsional vibration damper assembly for single acting reciprocating pump
A pump system may include a pump, a driveshaft, driving equipment, and a vibration dampening assembly configured to reduce pump-imposed high frequency/low amplitude and low frequency/high amplitude torsional vibrations. The pump may have an input shaft connected to the driveshaft. The driving equipment may include an output shaft having an output flange connected to the driveshaft. The driving equipment may be configured to rotate the driveshaft to rotate the input shaft of the pump therewith. The vibration dampening assembly may include one or more flywheels operably connected to the input shaft and configured to rotate therewith. |
| US11015592B1 |
Controlling a pump
An apparatus and associated method for operating a horizontal surface pump apparatus, including a motor operating a pump to pressurize a fluid inside the pump. A flow controller executes computer instructions stored in memory that define a selected flow rate of the fluid flowing out of the pump based on a flow profile trajectory stored in memory and related to an observed parameter of the fluid. A motor controller executes computer instructions stored in memory that map the selected flow rate and an observed head pressure of the fluid to a selected motor speed via a transformation function stored in memory, and that operate the motor at the selected motor speed. |
| US11015590B2 |
Downhole pump system
A downhole pump system for increasing production of a well includes a mechanical steam pump, a steam generator, a plurality of electrical pumps, and a cable. The mechanical steam pump is disposed within a horizontal section of the well. The electrical pumps are disposed in series within the vertical section of the well above the steam generator. The cable connects the mechanical steam pump, the steam generator, and the electrical pumps. |
| US11015588B2 |
Compact air compressor
A cylinder coupling structure of a compact air compressor includes a block provided with a suction valve and a discharge valve to be integrally formed with a suction muffler and a discharge muffler to block a front end of the cylinder, a tubular-shaped cylinder coupled to the block, a valve cover covering the valve assembly, at least one pressurized bolt coupling the valve cover and the block, a piston reciprocating inside the cylinder, a stator coupled to the block, a rotator located to rotate relatively with respect to the stator, a crank axis coupled to the rotator to rotate integrally with the rotator to be rotatable coaxially with the block, and a connecting rod, each of both ends thereof being connected to the crank axis and the piston, respectively. |
| US11015582B2 |
Wind turbine blade assembly
A wind turbine blade assembly is described. The wind turbine blade assembly comprises: first and second blade sections connected together, each blade section having a shell defining an aerodynamic profile and each section comprising lightning protection components; a substantially enclosed interior region defined in part by the shell of the first blade section and in part by the shell of the second blade section; a first connector located in the interior region, the first connector being attached to the first blade section and electrically connected to the lightning protection components of the first blade section, the first connector defining a contact surface; a second connector located in the interior region, the second connector being attached to the second blade section and electrically connected to the lightning protection components of the second blade section, the second connector defining a contact surface opposed to and in contact with the contact surface of the first connector. The wind turbine blade assembly further comprises a first fastener extending through the shell of the first blade section into the interior region, the first fastener having a threaded shank that extends at least partially through the first and second connectors, and the first fastener clamps the contact surfaces of the first and second connectors together to form a torqued connection between the first and second connectors. |
| US11015579B2 |
Transportation system and method for loading a wind turbine tower segment
A transportation system (300) for, and a method (1104, 1106, 1108) of loading for transportation of, a segment (330) of a wind turbine tower are disclosed. The system has a transportation platform (304), the transportation platform having a centreline (320), and a segment support (306, 310) mountable on the transportation platform. The segment support is configured to permit tilting of a supported segment with respect to a pivot point (308) of the support. The segment support is further configured to receive a segment such that the centre of gravity (342) of the segment is offset transversely from: the support pivot point; and from the transport platform centreline. The segment support is also configured to, having received the segment, permit tilting of the segment with respect to the support pivot point to a rest position, and in the rest position the centre of gravity of the segment is alignable vertically with the transport platform centreline. |
| US11015570B2 |
Wind turbine rotor blade root insert with integrated flange member
A rotor blade assembly for a wind turbine includes a pressure side and a suction side extending between a leading edge and a trailing edge. A generally cylindrical blade root section has a flush root end configured to attach the rotor blade assembly to a hub. A plurality of span-wise extending root inserts are disposed around and molded into the cylindrical blade root section, with each root insert having an end face and defining an internally threaded bore configured for receipt of a bolt member for attaching the rotor blade assembly to the hub. A metallic flange is disposed at an end of one of the root inserts. The metallic flange is flush with the end faces of adjacent root inserts such that the metallic flange and end faces of the root inserts lie in a common flush plane of the root end. |
| US11015568B2 |
Dynamic ignition energy control
A method for controlling the ignition energy of a sparkplug electrode of an ignition system comprises: providing a base current (Ibase) and a base duration (Dbase) which corresponds to the current and duration, respectively, of a physical model at a fixed engine operating point; multiplying the base current (Ibase) and the base duration (Dbase) with a sparkplug state indicator (SSI) based correction factor and with an engine operating state (EOS) based factor for achieving a final global current (Iglo) and a final global duration (Dglo), respectively; and communicating the final global current (Iglo) and the final global duration (Dglo) to a control unit for controlling the ignition energy and ignition duration of the sparkplug electrode. Further executing real-time energy control based on misfire flag status and, in the end, making sure that the optimum energy is into application by realizing optimum energy tests. |
| US11015565B2 |
Battery pack for powering and controlling outdoor power equipment
A battery pack for use in providing starting power for a starter motor of an internal combustion engine and to supply power to one or more auxiliary loads. The battery pack includes an outer housing that encloses a plurality of battery cells. The battery pack further includes a control module. The control module includes a processing circuit configured to control one or more functions associated with the internal combustion engine and an interface circuit configured to interface with the internal combustion engine. |
| US11015564B2 |
Starter for an internal combustion engine
A starter assembly includes a multi-phase brushless electric motor including a stator, a rotor disposed on a rotatable shaft, and a motor endcap disposed at a first end of the stator. An electronic commutator assembly includes a sensing circuit, a control electronics subassembly, a power electronics subassembly and a heat sink. The sensing circuit is disposed adjacent to the second end of the rotatable shaft. The control electronics subassembly, the power electronics subassembly and the heat sink are disposed on disk-shaped devices arranged in a stacked configuration orthogonal to the axis defined by the rotatable shaft. The control electronics subassembly is disposed adjacent to the sensing circuit, and the power electronics subassembly is disposed adjacent to the control electronics subassembly. The control electronics subassembly is interposed between the power electronics subassembly and the sensing circuit. The heat sink is disposed adjacent to the power electronics subassembly. |
| US11015556B2 |
Electronic filter detection feature for liquid filtration systems
A filter monitor system (“FMS”) module is installed on the engine/vehicle and is connected to the filter systems, sensors and devices to monitor various performance parameters. The module also connects to the engine control module (“ECM”) and draws parameters from the ECM. The FMS module is capable of interfacing with various output devices such as a smartphone application, a display monitor, an OEM telematics system or a service technician's tool on a computer. The FMS module consists of hardware and software algorithms which constantly monitor filter systems and provide information to the end-user. FMS module provides necessary inputs and outputs for electronic sensors and devices. |
| US11015552B2 |
Evaporated fuel processing apparatus
An evaporated fuel processing apparatus includes a canister to collect vapor generated in a fuel tank, a purge passage to purge vapor into an intake passage from the canister, a purge pump provided in the purge passage, a first trifurcated valve in the purge passage between an exhaust port of the purge pump and an outflow port of the purge passage, a second trifurcated valve provided in the purge passage between an inflow port of the purge passage and an intake port of the purge pump, a first bypass passage between the purge passage upstream of the second trifurcated valve and the first trifurcated valve, and a second bypass passage between the purge passage downstream of the first trifurcated valve and the second trifurcated valve. Passages for the vapor and others are switched by switching the first trifurcated valve and the second trifurcated valve during operation of the purge pump. |
| US11015550B2 |
Low pressure ratio fan engine having a dimensional relationship between inlet and fan size
According to an example embodiment, a gas turbine engine assembly includes, among other things, a fan section including a fan, the fan including a plurality of fan blades, a diameter of the fan having a dimension D that is based on a dimension of the fan blades, each fan blade having a leading edge, and a forward most portion on the leading edges of the fan blades in a first reference plane, a turbine section including a high pressure turbine and a low pressure turbine, the low pressure turbine driving the fan, a nacelle including an inlet portion forward of the fan, a forward edge on the inlet portion in a second reference plane, and a length of the inlet portion having a dimension L measured along an engine axis between the first reference plane and the second reference plane. A dimensional relationship of L/D is no more than 0.45. |
| US11015548B2 |
Systems and methods for reducing rail pressure in a common rail fuel system
Methods and systems, using a controller (20), for performing fuel pressure control operation of an engine (12) having at least one cylinder (16) is disclosed. The controller (20) includes a fuel system control unit (42) configured to control a fuel pressure applied to at least one injector (18) of the engine (12) during a motoring condition period (412) based on a commanded pulse train duration (410). During the motoring condition period (412), no combustion occurs in the at least one cylinder (16) of the engine (12). The commanded pulse train duration is a time period during which the at least one injector (18) of the engine (12) is activated for a drain operation. The fuel system control unit (42) is configured to command the at least one injector (18), for the commanded pulse train duration during the motoring condition period (412), to release fuel from the at least one injector (18) without injecting the fuel into the at least one cylinder (16) of the engine (12). |
| US11015545B2 |
Misfire detection apparatus, misfire detection system, and data analysis apparatus
A misfire detection apparatus includes storage devices that store first mapping data and second mapping data, and execution devices. The execution device executes a first acquisition process, a first calculation process, a second acquisition process, a second calculation process, a determination process of determining whether or not a calculation result of the second calculation process and a calculation result of the first calculation process match, a count process of counting the number of consecutive times when a determination is made in the determination process that there is mismatch, and a transmission process of transmitting, to an outside of the vehicle, data on the value of the second misfire variable corresponding to the maximum number of times among the numbers of consecutive times counted in the count process during a predetermined period and data on the second input data used for calculating the value of the second misfire variable. |
| US11015543B2 |
Method for dynamic gas partial pressure correction of an internal combustion engine with external mixture formation
A method for dynamic gas partial pressure correction of an internal combustion engine with external mixture formation. A mixture formation is carried out in an intake manifold upstream of the cylinder of the internal combustion engine, and in which in addition to the gas partial pressure of the fresh air flowing continuously into the intake manifold, the gas partial pressure of the fuel, fed discontinuously into the intake manifold, is also taken into account. The gas partial pressure of the fuel, fed into the intake manifold, said pressure which is assumed to be stationary as a function of determined parameters, is dynamically adjusted for each of the cylinder-individual, temporally successive injections, discharged into the intake manifold, by means of a correction factor and a fresh air correction filling value. |
| US11015541B2 |
Engine-driven working machine
An engine-driven working machine 1 is provided with: a diesel engine 10; a generator body 30 driven by the engine 10; an exhaust gas purification device 20 for purifying exhaust gas discharged from the engine 10; a VGT 13 for throttling intake air to the engine 10; and a reserve load 40 which can be connected between the generator body 30 and a load. The VGT 13 is throttled when removing deposition substances in the exhaust gas purification device 20, thereby increasing the temperature of exhaust gas from the engine 10, and the reserve load 40 is connected to the generator body 30 when throttling intake air in order to remove deposition substances in the exhaust gas purification device 20, thereby increasing the amount of intake air to the engine 10. |
| US11015539B2 |
Systems and methods for reducing exhaust valve degradation
Methods and systems are provided for identifying when an exhaust valve of an engine cylinder is not functioning as desired while the engine is being operated to raise a temperature of an exhaust system emissions control device, and in turn taking mitigating action. Thus, in one example a method comprises adjusting an amount of fuel that is provided to each of a plurality of cylinders of an engine during an exhaust stroke of the engine in response to an indication of degraded combustion stemming from a cylinder of the engine. In this way, the engine may continue to be operated to raise the temperature of the exhaust system emissions control device, while mitigating the issue of the degraded combustion. |
| US11015538B2 |
Method for controlling a supercharging system
A method for controlling a supercharging system for an internal combustion engine, the supercharging stage including a compressor and a turbine, and the turbine being settable with the aid of a VTG driving circuit. The method including: detecting an operating state setpoint variable, setting a maximum VTG control criterion for implementing the torque increase by an increase in a boost pressure. The setting of the maximum VTG control criterion comprising: ascertaining a setpoint boost pressure; ascertaining a VTG setpoint position as a function of the setpoint boost pressure; ascertaining an actual exhaust gas back pressure; ascertaining an actual exhaust gas pressure downstream from the turbine; ascertaining a maximum exhaust gas back pressure, taking into account the actual exhaust gas pressure downstream from the turbine; determining the VTG control criterion, based on the difference between the actual exhaust gas back pressure and the maximum exhaust gas back pressure. |
| US11015536B2 |
Methods and systems for supplying fuel to gas turbine engines
Methods and systems for supply of fuel for a turbine-driven fracturing pump system used in hydraulic fracturing may be configured to identify when the supply pressure of primary fuel to a plurality of gas turbine engines of a plurality of hydraulic fracturing units falls below a set point, identify a gas turbine engine of the fleet of hydraulic fracturing units operating on primary fuel with highest amount of secondary fuel available, and to selectively transfer the gas turbine engine operating on primary fuel with the highest amount of secondary fuel from primary fuel operation to secondary fuel operation. Some methods and systems may be configured to transfer all gas turbine engines to secondary fuel operation and individually and/or sequentially restore operation to primary fuel operation and/or to manage primary fuel operation and/or secondary fuel operation for portions of the plurality of gas turbine engines. |
| US11015534B2 |
Thermal management system
A thermal management system includes a first heat source assembly including a first heat source exchanger, a first thermal fluid inlet line extending to the first heat source exchanger, and a first thermal fluid outlet line extending from the first heat source exchanger; a second heat source assembly including a second heat source exchanger, a second thermal fluid inlet line extending to the second heat source exchanger, and second a thermal fluid outlet line extending from the second heat source exchanger; a shared assembly including a thermal fluid line and a heat sink exchanger, the shared assembly defining an upstream junction in fluid communication with the first thermal fluid outlet line and second thermal fluid outlet line and a downstream junction in fluid communication with the first thermal fluid inlet line and second thermal fluid inlet line; and a controller configured to selectively fluidly connect the first heat source assembly or the second heat source assembly to the shared assembly. |
| US11015530B2 |
Combustor and gas turbine including the same
A combustor includes a fuel injector to inject fuel; a cooling passage configured to pass compressed air for cooling an outer surface of a liner forming a combustion chamber for containing combustion gas; and a nozzle part that is coupled to the liner and has a rear surface facing the combustion chamber, the nozzle part configured to mix the compressed air with the fuel from the fuel injector and to discharge some of the compressed air in the cooling passage to the rear surface in order to block an introduction of the combustion gas into the nozzle part. Before the compressed air introduced through air introduction holes formed in a nozzle casing is discharged through through-holes formed in a nozzle cap, some of the compressed air may be introduced through bypass holes formed in a bypass tube and then discharged to the combustion chamber through the gap. |
| US11015527B2 |
Engine bearing offset and load
Aspects of the disclosure are directed to a rotatable shaft, and a plurality of bearings coupled to the rotatable shaft, where the plurality of bearings include a first bearing, a second bearing, and a third bearing, where the first bearing defines an axial first bearing centerline, where the second bearing defines an axial second bearing centerline, where the third bearing defines an axial third bearing centerline, and where the axial second bearing centerline is radially offset from the axial first bearing centerline and the axial third bearing centerline. |
| US11015522B2 |
Gearbox for gas turbine engine
A gearbox for an aircraft engine including first and second gears in driving engagement through planet gears supported by a carrier. Selective application of a brake and a blocking member permit operation in a speed change configuration and a direct drive configuration. |
| US11015521B2 |
Aircraft propulsion assembly equipped with a main fan and with at least one offset fan
An aircraft propulsion assembly comprising at least a main turbine mounted along a longitudinal axis, at least one main fan arranged upstream of the main turbine along the longitudinal axis and driven in rotation by the said main turbine, the said main fan being ducted by a main fan casing, an auxiliary turbine mounted along the longitudinal axis, the auxiliary turbine being independent of the main turbine, an auxiliary fan of axis offset with respect to the longitudinal axis and driven by the auxiliary turbine, the auxiliary fan being ducted by an auxiliary fan casing, the main casing being separate and distinct from the auxiliary casing so as respectively to generate a main secondary flow and an auxiliary secondary flow which remain independent of one another until they are discharged into the atmosphere. |
| US11015520B2 |
Ship drive system and retrofitting method for a ship drive system
A ship propulsion system comprises at least one internal combustion engine with a combustion chamber for burning a fuel and a turbocharger with a compressor in an intake tract of the internal combustion engine. The ship propulsion system further comprises an electrolysis device, which produces hydrogen and oxygen gas, which are added on a pressure side of the compressor and conducted to the internal combustion engine. Moreover, a water tank and an alcohol tank are connected to a pressure side of the compressor in order to add water and alcohol to the charge air. |
| US11015518B2 |
Variable nozzle device and variable-geometry type exhaust turbocharger
A variable nozzle device includes: a first plate-shaped member having a first plate portion having an annular shape and being fixed to a bearing housing; a second plate-shaped member having a second plate portion which has an annular shape and which defines a nozzle flow passage between the first plate portion and the second plate portion, the second plate portion having a surface disposed so as to face the first plate portion and another surface disposed so as to face at least partially a scroll flow passage formed inside a turbine housing; at least one nozzle support having, with respect to an axial direction of the nozzle support, an end coupled to the first plate portion and another end coupled to the second plate portion; at least one nozzle vane rotatably supported between the first plate portion and the second plate portion; and a variable nozzle mechanism configured to change a vane angle of the at least one nozzle vane. The second plate portion is formed to have a larger thickness than the first plate portion. |
| US11015517B2 |
Rotary axial valve
A turbocharger system includes a valve assembly with an inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet. The inlet is configured for receiving flow of an exhaust gas from an engine. The valve assembly includes a valve structure disposed within a housing. The valve structure is configured to rotate about an axis of rotation between a first position and a second position. The valve structure defines a nonlinear flow passage with an axial upstream end and radial downstream end. The valve structure, in a first position, directs exhaust gas from the inlet to the first outlet and closes off the second outlet. The valve structure, in the second position, directs exhaust gas from the inlet to the second outlet and closes off the first outlet. |
| US11015513B1 |
Cooling device
A cooling device uses siphon circulation whose heat source is an object-to-be-cooled installed in a vehicle to circulate refrigerant to the object-to-be-cooled, the cooling device including: a tank that is disposed above the object-to-be-cooled and stores the refrigerant; an outflow path that opens to the inside of the tank and through which the refrigerant flows out; a passage member that extends from the inside to the outside of the tank, with an open end of an inside section of the passage member positioned inside the tank being positioned above an opening of the outflow path; and identifying means that is provided at an outside section of the passage member positioned outside the tank and by which the position of the open end inside the tank can be identified. |
| US11015512B2 |
Line element for compensating for expansions and/or relative movements
A line element for compensating for expansions and/or relative movements within a line through which fluid can flow, comprising a ring-corrugation or helical-corrugation bellows 1 and a hose 3, which is arranged coaxially in the interior of the bellows 1 and is made of a dimensionally stable material, for flow-guidance purposes. The hose 3 has a number of individual, essentially dimensionally stable ring-form hose elements 4 which are plugged axially one inside the other so as to be retained such that they can be moved axially and/or angularly in relation to one another between a compressed position and an extended position. A method for producing such a line element is also provided. |
| US11015509B2 |
Systems and apparatus to generate electrical power from aircraft engine heat
Systems and apparatus to generate electrical power from aircraft engine heat are described herein. An example aircraft engine described herein includes a gas turbine engine having an engine housing. The engine housing defines a flow path through a combustion chamber and a core exhaust cavity. The example aircraft engine also includes an energy-generating cell coupled to a portion of the engine housing defining the core exhaust cavity. The energy-generating cell is to generate electrical energy from high temperature fluid in the core exhaust cavity. |
| US11015505B2 |
Methods and systems for cooling an aftertreatment device
Methods and systems are provided for cooling an aftertreatment device with exhaust gas. In one example, an exhaust system comprises a recirculation passage branching from an EGR passage from downstream of an EGR cooler to a portion of an exhaust passage between the EGR passage and an aftertreatment device. In one example, the aftertreatment device is an SCR device. |
| US11015502B2 |
Thermal management lightoff assist systems and methods for regenerating oxidation catalyst in exhaust system
A compression ignition internal combustion engine system includes an engine and an exhaust system with an upstream exhaust conduit, and an oxidation catalyst device (DOC). Systems and methods of desulfating the oxidation catalyst by the injection of a lightoff fluid to promote ignition of uncombusted fuel in the exhaust stream are disclosed. |
| US11015497B2 |
Continuous reservoir level monitoring
The lubricant level within a reservoir is difficult to monitor, leading to the reservoir being refilled more often than necessary to ensure that the reservoir always contains lubricant. A lubricant level sensing system is connected to and monitors various aspects of the pump assembly that draws lubricant from the reservoir. The pump assembly displaces a known volume of lubricant with each pump stroke. A lubricant-level estimator calculates an estimated lubricant level remaining in the reservoir based on a stroke-count value as sensed from the pump assembly and on a reference value stored in a memory. The estimated lubricant level provides the lubricant remaining and the rate of usage such that maintenance can be scheduled ahead of time to prevent the reservoir running dry. |
| US11015495B2 |
Drain plug for oil pan
A drain plug for an oil pan coupled to a plug mounting hole formed at one side of a lower portion of the oil pan, the drain plug may include a head portion configured to be formed at one end portion of the drain plug, and a screw portion configured to extend from the head portion and be screw-coupled to the plug mounting hole of the oil pan. |
| US11015494B2 |
Engine oil pump cover with seal
An internal combustion engine assembly includes a crankcase and a cam housing. The crankcase includes a crankcase cavity configured to receive a counterweight. The cam housing includes a cam housing cavity configured to receive a camshaft. A pump is positioned within the cam housing. The pump is configured to draw oil from an oil reservoir defined by the cam housing cavity. A crankshaft supports the counterweight for rotation therewith. The crankshaft is rotatably supported within the cam housing and is coupled to drive the pump. A bearing supports the crankshaft between the crankcase cavity and the cam housing cavity. The bearing includes an outer race. A seal is positioned between the pump and the bearing. The seal is positioned against the outer race to block the transmission of pressure fluctuations between the crankcase cavity and the oil reservoir. |
| US11015492B2 |
Lower travel deactivating lash adjuster when combined with two-step variable valve lift rocker arm
A method of operating a rocker arm assembly in a cylinder deactivation mode according to one example of the present disclosure includes providing a two-step variable valve lift rocker arm assembly and a deactivating lash adjuster. Operation of the rocker arm assembly in cylinder deactivation mode is selected. The rocker arm assembly is operated in low-lift mode based on the selection of the cylinder deactivation mode. Subsequent to or concurrently with operating the rocker arm assembly in the low-lit mode, the deactivating lash adjuster is operated in the unlatched mode. A first amount of the total lost motion required for cylinder deactivation mode is accounted for by lost motion of the rocker arm assembly operating in the low-lift mode and a remainder amount of the total lost motion is accounted for by lost motion of the deactivating lash adjuster operating in the unlatched mode. |
| US11015484B2 |
Assembly for a spreader connection between a turbine casing and a turbine engine ring element
An assembly comprising ring sectors made of a first material, the sectors being placed circumferentially end to end and suspended from an outer casing, and radial positioning means comprising at least one annular tongue made of a different material, for fastening the ring sectors to the outer casing, by an annular support. The radial positioning means further comprise an eccentric spreader engaged on one side with said at least one annular tongue and, on the other side, with the sectorized annular element, and acting to enable the distance between the annular tongue and the sectorized annular element to be adjusted radially. |
| US11015479B2 |
Systems and methods for predicting an anomaly in a combustor
A method for predicting an anomaly in a combustor (16) is presented. The method includes receiving signals representative of parameters in one or more combustion cans (22, 24) of the combustor, generating a plurality of patterns based on a permutation entropy window and the signals, identifying a plurality of pattern categories in the plurality of patterns, determining a permutation entropy based on the plurality of patterns and the plurality of pattern categories, and predicting an anomaly in the combustor based on the permutation entropy. The method further includes comparing the plurality of pattern categories to determined permutations of pattern categories if the anomaly is present in the combustor, and predicting a category of the anomaly based on the comparison of the plurality of pattern categories to the determined permutations of pattern categories. |
| US11015477B2 |
Assembly for controlling variable pitch blades
An assembly for the control of variable pitch blades. The assembly includes a movable part movable parallel to an axis is in engagement with pivot connections which rotate about at least one radial axis fixed with respect to the casing, and which act on a radial shaft, which passes through a clevis fixed with a control ring to rotate with it about said axis. The radial shaft is mounted radially rotating with respect to the control ring and the casing. |
| US11015470B2 |
Diffuser flex seal assembly
A flex seal assembly includes a plurality of duct segments configured to be disposed about a joint between a turbine of a turbine system and a diffuser of the turbine system. The plurality of duct segments includes a groove configured to extend circumferentially around the joint. Additionally, the plurality of duct segments includes a first duct segment of the plurality of duct segments and a second duct segment of the plurality of duct segments. The second duct segment includes a drain. Furthermore, the plurality of duct segments include insulation disposed within the groove of the plurality of duct segments. |
| US11015464B2 |
Conformal seal and vane bow wave cooling
A gas turbine engine includes a combustor. A turbine section is in fluid communication with the combustor. The turbine section includes a first vane stage aft of the combustor. A seal assembly is disposed between the combustor and the first vane stage. The seal assembly includes a first plurality of openings and the first vane stage includes a second plurality of openings communicating cooling airflow into a gap between an aft end of the combustor and the first vane stage. A first vane stage assembly and a method are also disclosed. |
| US11015459B2 |
Additive manufacturing optimized first stage vane
An airfoil and turbine vanes and vane assemblies incorporating the same. The airfoil has an uncoated profile substantially in accordance with Cartesian coordinate values of X, Y, and Z as set forth in Table 1, carried to four decimal places. The Z values refer to a percentage of the radial span of the airfoil measured radially from a radially outwardly facing surface of the inner platform. The turbine vane includes an inner platform, an outer platform, and an airfoil such as the one discussed above extending radially outward from the inner platform toward the outer platform. And the vane assembly includes an inner platform, an outer platform, and two or more first stage vanes extending from the inner platform to the outer platform. Each of the two or more first stage vanes include an airfoil as discussed above. |
| US11015457B2 |
Multi-walled airfoil core
A method of forming an airfoil, includes forming a hybrid skin core, a tip flag core, and a trailing edge core. The hybrid skin core, tip flag core, and trailing edge core are connected to form a first core portion. A leading edge core and a serpentine core are formed. The first core portion, the leading edge core, and the serpentine core are assembled together to form an airfoil core. An airfoil is formed around the airfoil core. |
| US11015452B2 |
Gas turbine blade
A gas turbine blade has a trench part of a film cooling unit for cooling a blade part that is formed at a tip of a film cooling hole part. As a result, cooling efficiency of the blade can be improved since the blade part is sufficiently cooled even during introduction of a large amount of cooling air, durability of the blade can be increased by inhibiting the blade from being damaged due to hot gas since the trench part is formed to have a minimum width, and efficiency of a gas turbine can be increased by an improvement in film efficiency. |
| US11015450B2 |
High pressure turbine blade airfoil profile
A two-stage high pressure turbine includes a second stage blade having an airfoil with a profile substantially in accordance with at least an intermediate portion of the Cartesian coordinate values of X, Y and Z set forth in Table 2. The X and Y values are distances, which when smoothly connected by an appropriate continuing curve, define airfoil profile sections at each distance Z. The profile sections at each distance Z are joined smoothly to one another to form a complete airfoil shape. |
| US11015448B2 |
Gas turbine engine
A gas turbine engine comprising a fan, an intermediate pressure compressor, a high pressure compressor, a high pressure turbine, a low pressure turbine and a gearbox. The low pressure turbine is arranged to drive the intermediate pressure compressor via a shaft and an intermediate pressure compressor drive shaft and the fan via the shaft, a gearbox input shaft, the gearbox and a gearbox output shaft. The intermediate pressure compressor drive shaft has a V-shaped cross-section comprising a base, a first limb and a second limb extending from the base. An end of the first limb of the intermediate pressure compressor drive shaft is removably connected to the intermediate pressure compressor. An end of the second limb of the intermediate pressure compressor drive shaft is removably connected to the gearbox input shaft and the base of the intermediate pressure compressor drive shaft is removably connected to the shaft. |
| US11015442B2 |
System and method for transmitting information in a borehole
Systems and methods for producing controlled vibrations within a borehole. In one example, the system includes a movement mechanism and a controller. The movement mechanism is configured to enable translational movement of a first surface relative to a second surface to allow the first surface to impact the second surface to produce a plurality of beats. The frequency and amplitude of the beats may be selectively controlled by suppressing or dampening the beats. The controller is configured to selectively control an amplitude or frequency of the beats to encode information therein, where the amplitude of a beat may be selectively controlled by dampening or suppressing the impact of the first surface and the second surface. |
| US11015433B2 |
Bore trajectory system
A method includes acquiring trajectory information; based at least in part on a portion of the trajectory information, generating a set of candidate trajectories with associated performance indicator values; rendering a graphical user interface to a display; via the graphical user interface, receiving input that adjusts one of the performance indicator values; and, responsive to the adjustment of the one of the performance indicator values, selecting one of the set of candidate trajectories. |
| US11015429B2 |
Passive ranging using acoustic energy originating from a target wellbore
In one or more embodiments, a system comprises a first (target) wellbore disposed in a formation, the first wellbore having a pressure imbalance therein causing an influx of formation fluids, a second (relief) wellbore disposed in the formation, a drill string disposed in the second wellbore, the drill string comprising a drill bit and a logging tool, and a wellbore ranging module comprising a processor and memory, the wellbore ranging module coupled to the drill string. The logging tool is configured to detect acoustic energy originating from the influx in the first wellbore and generate one or more signals associated with the detected acoustic energy. The wellbore ranging module is configured to receive, from the logging tool, the one or more signals associated with the detected acoustic energy and determine, using the received signals, a direction from the drill bit to the influx of the first wellbore. |
| US11015425B2 |
Mitigating vibrations in a drilling system
A method includes generating a torsional wave that propagates in a drill string having a drill bit coupled at a first end of the drill string and a top drive coupled at a second end of the drill string, and determining first and second components of the torsional wave. The first component propagates from the drill bit to the top drive and the second component propagates from the top drive to the drill bit. The method further includes calculating a first control signal to mitigate the first component, calculating a second control signal to regulate the second component, and generating a torque command based on the first and second control signals to control the top drive to dampen the torsional wave. |
| US11015423B1 |
Systems and methods for exchanging fracturing components of a hydraulic fracturing unit
Systems and methods for exchanging fracturing components of a hydraulic fracturing unit and may include an exchangeable fracturing component section to facilitate quickly exchanging a fracturing component of a hydraulic fracturing unit. The fracturing component section may include a section frame including a base, and a fracturing component connected to the base. The fracturing component section also may include a component electrical assembly and a component fluid assembly connected to the section frame. The fracturing component section further may include a coupling plate connected to the section frame. The fracturing component section also may include one or more of a plurality of quick-connect electrical couplers or a plurality of quick-connect fluid couplers connected to a coupling plate. The quick-connect electrical and fluid couplers may be positioned to receive respective electrical and fluid connections of the component electrical and fluid assemblies and connect to other portions of the hydraulic fracturing unit. |
| US11015421B2 |
Modular side pocket ICD
A retrievable in-flow control device (ICD) including a device body having a first end, a second end, an outer surface extending between the first end and the second end, and an internal flow path. A wireline connector is arranged at the first end. A latch mechanism is provided on one of the wireline connector and the device body. A flow control port extends through the outer surface to the internal flow path. An equalizer member including a first flow path for passing a first fluid and a second flow path for resisting flow of a second fluid. The retrievable ICD also includes a flow control device establishes a selected pressure drop of the first fluid through the retrievable ICD. |
| US11015415B2 |
Filament-reinforced composite material with load-aligned filament windings
A filament-reinforced composite material having with load-aligned filament windings enables improvement of mechanical properties for specific loading of parts made from the material. The orientation of the winding within the part may be changed depending on an orientation of an external load to the part. In one example, the part may be a slip in a frac plug or a bridge plug in a downhole application. |
| US11015414B1 |
Shearable tool activation device
An exemplary activation device for a downhole tool includes an outer shell configured to sealingly engage a seat and configured to be sheared by the seat whereby the activation device can pass through the seat. |
| US11015409B2 |
System for degrading structure using mechanical impact and method
A system for degrading a structure includes the structure formed of a degradable-on-demand material, an ignitor arranged to transfer heat to the structure; and, a mechanical impactor movable with respect to the structure, wherein the ignitor increases in temperature upon impact of the mechanical impactor into the ignitor, and heat from the ignitor initiates degradation of the structure. |
| US11015403B2 |
Sensor for a fingerboard latch assembly
A sensor unit for a fingerboard latch assembly comprising a latch bracket and a latch rotatably mounted on the latch bracket comprises a sensor arranged to sense the orientation of the latch and a wireless, optical or other communication unit arranged to communicate the orientation of the latch sensed by the sensor. The sensor unit may be mountable on the latch and comprise an orientation sensor arranged to take measurements that are dependent on the orientation of the sensor unit, and a processor arranged to derive an orientation signal representing the orientation of the latch from the measurements, the communication unit being arranged to communicate the orientation signal. A monitoring system receives the sensed orientations from plural sensor units. |
| US11015401B2 |
Downhole friction reduction tools
The downhole friction reducing tool of the present invention includes an integral friction coefficient reducer and is configured to reduce friction in all planes, reduce torque and/or drag continually and reduce frictional wear and damage that can result in loss of integrity to surface areas where it travels. The friction coefficient reducer involves a ball transfer unit having a plurality of roller ball units. The roller ball units include a large-diameter load-bearing roller ball unit and a plurality of smaller-diameter supporting roller ball units. |
| US11015399B2 |
Coupling assembly for elongate elements
A coupling assembly for elongate elements (1, 2) comprises a pin member (5) and a box member (6), said pin and box members having complementary and respective frusto-conical pin and box mating surfaces (12, 13). A bore (9; 9′) has as a first opening a port (9a) configured for connection to an injection fluid reservoir (10) and a second opening (9b) penetrating the pin mating surface (12) or the box mating surface (13). The surfaces (12, 13) may be plain surfaces without helical threads or other pronounced protrusions configured for mating engagement, but comprise a textured finish in order to augment static friction between the surfaces (12, 13) when the surfaces are connected. The pin surface may comprise a plurality of pin protruding portions (181-n) separated by pin recessed portions (191-n), and the box surface (13) comprise a plurality of box protruding portions (201-n) separated by box recessed portions (211-n). The pin protruding portions (18n) are shaped and dimensioned to fit into a designated box recessed portion (21n), and the box protruding portions (20n) are shaped and dimensioned to fit into a designated pin recessed portion (19n). |
| US11015398B2 |
Marine installation
A marine installation system for installing an item on a riser includes a cable extending between two supporting points, the cable being inclined relative to the horizontal; a first ROV arranged to mount the item on the cable at a first position; and a second ROV arranged to remove the item from the cable at a second position, and to install the item on the riser. |
| US11015397B2 |
Cutting elements and drill bits incorporating the same
An ultra-hard cutting element for use in a drill bit, such as a percussion drill bit, a rotary cone drill bit, a drag bit, or a reamer. The ultra-hard cutting element includes a base portion, an extension portion on an end of the base portion, and a lip on an outer surface of the extension portion. At least a portion of the outer surface of the extension portion includes an ultra-hard abrasive material. The ultra-hard abrasive material may be polycrystalline diamond or polycrystalline cubic boron nitride. |
| US11015396B2 |
Rolling element with half lock-wedge lock
A drill bit includes a bit body having one or more blades extending therefrom, a plurality of cutters secured to the one or more blades, and a rolling element assembly positioned within a cavity defined on the bit body. The rolling element assembly includes a rolling element rotatable within the cavity about a rotational axis, and a retainer extendable within a retainer slot defined in the cavity to secure the rolling element within the cavity. The retainer and the cavity cooperatively encircle more than 180° but less than 360° of a circumference of the rolling element while leaving a full axial width of the rolling element exposed. The retainer includes a protruding portion thereon extendable into an offset region of the retainer slot when the first retainer piece is inserted into the retainer slot in a first direction and shifted within the retainer slot in a second direction. |
| US11015394B2 |
Downhole tool with fixed cutters for removing rock
A drag bit includes a blade extending from the bit body and supporting inner cutters proximate the longitudinal axis and outer cutters spaced from the longitudinal axis. The inner cutters are rotationally offset from the outer cutters. During operation the inner cutters deposit cut material in a channel that is contiguous with a channel that receives material cut by the outer cutters. The cutters and the contiguous channels flush agglomerating material from the slots. |
| US11015393B2 |
Valve mechanism for rotary steerable tool and methods of use
The present disclosure includes systems and methods for steering a rotary drilling tool used in subterranean drilling operations. The methods of the present disclosure may be suitable for steering a drilling tool comprising rotating a drill string coupled to a drill bit about its axis to form a wellbore; controlling a rotary motor disposed within the drill string to selectively open and close one or more of a plurality of gate valves to hydraulically actuate a corresponding one or more plurality of steering pads by, in an open position, allowing pressurized fluid to contact corresponding interior surfaces of the corresponding one or more plurality of steering pads to push the one or more plurality of steering pads into contact with a portion of the wellbore to deflect the drill bit away from the portion of the wellbore. The movable steering pads may be selectively extended so as to contact the portion of the wellbore at the same relative rotational position as the tool rotates. |
| US11015389B2 |
Interlocking pivotable fascia for motorized window treatment
A battery-powered, motorized window treatment may include a fascia that pivots between a conceal position wherein the fascia covers a window treatment assembly and a battery compartment, and an expose position wherein the fascia does not cover the battery compartment. The fascia may be a two part fascia that includes an arm and a cover that pivots relative to the arm when the battery compartment is operated between respective opened and closed positions. The arm may be attached to the battery compartment such that the arm remains in a fixed orientation relative to the battery compartment. The arm and the cover may define complementary pivotally interlocking connectors that define a pivot axis about which the cover may pivot relative to the arm. The fascia may be configured to generate a perceptible indication when the fascia pivots into the conceal position, and/or when the fascia pivots into the expose position. |
| US11015385B2 |
Motorized shutter assembly
In one aspect, a shutter assembly includes a shutter frame and a plurality of louvers supported by the frame. The shutter assembly also includes a louver drive assembly and a motor positioned within the frame. The motor is configured to rotationally drive a drive shaft extending within the frame. Additionally, the shutter assembly includes a clutch assembly rotationally coupled between the drive shaft and the louver drive assembly. The clutch assembly is configured to disengage or decouple the drive shaft from the louver drive assembly when a torque transmitted through the clutch assembly exceeds a given torque threshold. |
| US11015381B2 |
Bi-fold door assembly with folding truss
A bi-fold door assembly has an upper door section and a lower door section connected by a hinge such that the upper and lower door sections are movable between a closed position spanning the door opening and an open position in which the upper door section is oriented transversely to the door opening and the lower door section is folded upwardly towards an inner side of the upper door section. A truss supported along the inner side of one of the upper and lower door sections is movable relative to the door sections between a first position in which the truss stiffens the door assembly against bending corresponding to the closed position of the door sections and a second position in which the truss member is reduced in overall width relative to said one of the upper and lower door sections in a normal direction to the door sections. |
| US11015379B2 |
Apparatus, management system, and non-transitory computer readable medium for entrance control
An apparatus includes a controller. The controller performs control so as to set an entrance in a state in which the entrance is open if the number of people detected in a space is greater than the number of people reserving the space. |
| US11015378B2 |
Spindle drive
The disclosure relates to a spindle drive for a tailgate of a vehicle which can be adjusted between two drive end positions, in particular between a retracted position and an extended position, two drive connections being provided for diverting drive movements and a drive train between the drive connections, the drive train comprising a motor unit and a drive worm gear downstream of the motor unit in drive terms, the drive worm gear having a spindle with an external spindle drive and a spindle nut with an internal spindle nut thread which is in screw engagement with the external spindle thread, a brake assembly being provided for braking at least a part of the drive train of the spindle drive. The brake assembly can be adjustable in relation to its braking action and that the brake assembly is coupled for adjustment thereof with a component of the drive train. |
| US11015375B2 |
Locking device for a vehicle door, and method
A locking device for a vehicle door, in particular for a motor-vehicle bonnet, comprising a first inhibiting pawl prestressed into an inhibiting position, wherein a rotary latch can be arrested in a locking position by the first inhibiting pawl located in its inhibiting position, and a second inhibiting pawl prestressed into an inhibiting position, wherein the rotary latch can be arrested in a safety-catch position by the second inhibiting pawl located in its inhibiting position. The first and second inhibiting pawls can be transferred from their respective inhibiting position into a release position by a common actuating means. |
| US11015371B2 |
Method for actuating a door lock, and door lock
In order to lock the door proceeding from the open position, a locking bar is brought into the locked position under tension of a spring element, in which locked position a closing force acting on the locking bar is determined by the spring element, and, in order to unlock the door, the locking bar is brought out of the locked position into an unlocked position with the aid of an actuating force that is not applied by the spring element, and, after the striker has moved out of the locked position, the locking bar moves into the open position by the force of the spring element. |
| US11015368B2 |
Integrated fenestration status monitoring system and methods for the same
A fenestration assembly includes a fenestration frame and at least one panel movable between open and closed positions. A locking mechanism is coupled with the at least one panel and includes at least one latch and at least one latch fastener. The panel includes a secure configuration with the panel in the closed position and the latch coupled with the latch fastener. In the unsecure configuration one or more of the panel is in the open position or the latch is decoupled from the latch fastener. A status monitoring assembly monitors the secure and unsecure configurations and includes a sensor operator coupled with the latch, and a sensor coupled with one of the fenestration frame or the panel. In the secure configuration, the status monitoring assembly detects the sensor operator with the sensor if the panel is in the closed position and the latch is coupled with the latch fastener. |
| US11015364B2 |
Locking tent stake and method of use
A locking tent stake comprises an elongate sleeve defining a hollow interior, an opening at a rearward end of the sleeve, and a slot extending along an axial dimension of a forward portion of the sleeve, the slot providing external access to a forward end of the interior of the sleeve. A pin is receivable within the rearward opening along a length of the interior of the sleeve. The pin comprises an elongate shaft having a retractable barb rotatably secured to a forward end thereof, the barb being rotatable between a first position, in which the barb is received within a recess along the length of the shaft, and a second position, in which the barb is extended forward of the forward end of the shaft. |
| US11015357B2 |
Construction anchor apparatus
A construction anchor apparatus includes a main module having first and second wall segments and defining a central longitudinal axis, a first movable support operatively coupled to the first wall segment of the main module and having a first tube segment defining an opening therethrough and a second movable support operatively coupled to the second wall segment of the main module and defining an opening configured for reception of the first tube segment of the first movable support to couple the first and second movable supports. Each of the first and second movable supports configured for longitudinal movement relative to respective first and second wall segments of the main module. |
| US11015355B2 |
Mud patch working trowel
A tool is shaped for working a mud patch in a shower enclosure. The tool has front and rear edges with sections angled relative to each other to allow easily contacting angled edges of the walls of the shower enclosure. |
| US11015353B1 |
Molding with slot
A molding includes a molded member including a horizontal channel on a front facing portion of the molding, an upper vertical slot in the horizontal channel and a lower vertical slot in the horizontal channel. In some arrangements, the upper vertical slot and the lower vertical slot are formed and adapted to receive a laminar insert or a light diffusing cover. |
| US11015351B2 |
Floor panel for forming a floor covering
A floor panel arranged to be installed according to the fold-down principle, with a first pair and a second pair of edges. The second pair of edges coupling parts are arranged to be coupled to each other by a downward movement with two contact zones at opposite sides of a male part which fits into a female part. The ratio between the horizontal distance between the middle of the first contact zone and the middle of the second contact zone, and the vertical distance between the middle of the first contact zone and the middle of the second contact zone is more than 5, and/or wherein well-defined support points are applied. |
| US11015350B2 |
Self-engaging mounting method for wall panels
A wall panel installation method, assembly, system and kit are provided. The wall panel is installed and held to an existing building structure with the combination of a support plate secured to the building wall, fastening elements adhered to the wall panel and corresponding fastening elements adhered to respective support plates. When the wall panel is in position, the fastening elements are brought into contact to engage each other and hold the wall panel in position relative to the building structure/wall. |
| US11015347B2 |
Arbitrarily curved support structure
A method for producing a support structure having a three-dimensional geometry curved in any manner, includes making at least one first and one second flat material piece. The geometry has curves in three directions that are orthogonal to one another, and the method includes the following steps: A. preparing the desired geometry, B. approximating the desired geometry, C. subdividing the geometry, D. defining at least one clearance region, E. defining a plurality of connection points arranged on the at least one first and one second part, F. defining chamfered edges extending between the polygonal cross-sections, G. developing the at least one first and one second part, H. cutting to length at least one first and one second flat material piece, I. chamfering, and J. connecting the at least one chamfered first material piece and the at least one chamfered second material piece. |
| US11015346B2 |
Prefabricated tiling system and method
A prefabricated tiling system includes a tiled panel assembly and a mounting adhesive configured to affix the tiled panel assembly on a planar surface. The tiled panel assembly further includes a tiling material configured to couple with a mounting substrate through the use of a tiling adhesive. The prefabricated tiling system is useful for providing a lightweight and waterproof system for applying a plurality of tiles to a planar surface with minimal equipment and technical knowledge required. |
| US11015343B1 |
Laminated plate-type sandwich insulation shear wall with tie bolts and installation method thereof
A laminated plate-type sandwich insulation shear wall with tie bolts, including a prefabricated external wall, a sandwich insulation layer, a cast-in-place concrete layer, a prefabricated internal laminated wall board, and an external wall connector. Several bolts disposed between the external wall and the internal laminated wall board. Each tie bolt consists of cylinder head screw, gland, sleeve, and tie screw casing. During installation, the sandwich insulation wall with the bolts are installed in place in a suspended manner and is temporarily fixed, the tying and connection of reinforcing steel bars is completed, a formwork is supported, concrete is poured, the cylinder head screw is removed after the cast-in-place concrete solidifies and the strength of the cast-in-place concrete increases, and the bolt hole is filled with foamed polyurethane. The sandwich insulation wall solves the problem of mutual destruction of the external and internal walls due to the indoor and outdoor temperatures. |
| US11015339B2 |
Fire resistant construction block
A fire resistant construction block that comprises a core comprising a polygonal shape including a front face, a rear face, a right face, a left face, a bottom face, and a top face. The fire resistant construction block further comprises a fire resistant coating surrounding at least a portion of the core and an optional intermediate layer disposed between the core and the fire resistant coating. The fire resistant construction block can comprise a plurality of channels, and the top face of the fire resistant construction block comprises a sloped surface. The fire resistant construction block can be configured to be disposed above a window of a building and the placement of the fire resistant construction block can enable an exterior wall of a building to comply with a National Fire Protection Agency Code 285 standard fire test method and/or other fire test standards. |
| US11015338B2 |
Roofing shingles and methods for installing and making them
One aspect of the disclosure is a shingle including a first bituminous sheet at the bottom surface of the shingle, the first bituminous sheet having a lower edge disposed at the lower end of the shingle, the first bituminous sheet having one or more slits extending from the lower edge of the first bituminous sheet toward the upper end of the shingle; and a second bituminous sheet at least partially laminated to a top surface of the first bituminous sheet, the second bituminous sheet having a lower edge disposed adjacent the lower end of the shingle, the second bituminous sheet having one or more tabs being defined by one or more notches formed in the second bituminous sheet, each notch extending away from the lower edge of the second bituminous sheet. |
| US11015335B2 |
Lifting anchor for concrete components
A lifting system for a concrete component comprises a void former incorporated into the component during casting and which provides within the component a void which receives a locking pin of a lifting anchor assembly which is locked within the void by rotation of a locking pin. The lifting anchor assembly has a visual indicator to indicate when the pin is in its locked condition within the void, and a pivotal lifting shackle of the assembly is prevented from movement into a position in which lifting can take place until the pin is in its locked condition. Preferably a base of the void former is configured to retain components of a jacking system by which a concrete slab used for road repair can be jacked into a level configuration with the remainder of the roadway when it has been positioned by use of the lifting system. |
| US11015331B1 |
Drainage grating structure
A drainage grating includes a grating disposed on a drain, a moving panel disposed at an upper portion of the grating and configured to discharge water to the drain based on moving up and down according to a hydraulic pressure of water. The moving panel is configured to block introduction of foreign substances into the drain and facilitate cleaning or management of the drainage grating. The drainage grating is configured to be at least partially removed from a support installed at the drain to provide a sufficient drainage space in a rainy season or in heavy rain. |
| US11015330B2 |
Toilet with overflow protection
A toilet includes a base and a basin. The base supports the toilet on a surface. The basin is supported by the base. The base defines a primary toilet outlet and a secondary toilet outlet spaced apart and independent from the primary toilet outlet. The basin is supported by the base. The basin defines a primary basin outlet and a secondary basin outlet. The primary basin outlet is in fluid communication with the primary toilet outlet by way of a primary drain path. The secondary basin outlet is in fluid communication with the secondary toilet outlet by way of a secondary drain path independent from the primary drain path. |
| US11015328B2 |
Sensor installation assembly, faucet and sensor installation method
Provided is a sensor installation assembly relating to the faucet field and comprising a fixing base, a sensor and a fixing bolt, wherein the fixing base is in a shape matched with an installation object and is at least provided with installation guide grooves in sliding fit with a sensor and insert grooves allowing the fixing bolt to be inserted therein in a matched manner so as to limit the sensor in the installation guide grooves; the sensor is in sliding fit with the installation guide grooves; and the fixing bolt is inserted into the insert grooves of the fixing bolt in the matched manner. Also provided is a faucet at least comprising a water outlet base provided with the sensor installation assembly, and a sensor installation method. The sensor installation improvement technique is more adaptable and applicable to various faucet structures, and assembly is very convenient. |
| US11015323B2 |
System and method for determining usage of work implement
A system for tracking usage of a work implement includes a movement characteristic sensor, a wireless transmitter, and a controller. The controller is configured to determine whether movement of the work implement exceeds a movement characteristic threshold based upon the movement characteristic signals, increase a work implement usage time by a cycle time interval if the movement of the work implement exceeds the movement characteristic threshold, and transmit with a wireless transmitter on the work implement the work implement usage time and the unique identification number to a system remote from the work implement. Further, the controller is configured to sequentially operate in a standard power mode and in a low power mode, and while in the low power mode, power to at least one of the movement characteristic sensor and the wireless transmitter is terminated. |
| US11015322B2 |
Control device for hydraulic machine
A control device for a hydraulic machine such as a revolving excavator work machine having a structure that can cope with such an engine output decreasing environment as a work under a low atmospheric pressure at a high altitude without generating noise caused by engine rotation number increase. The control device corrects a control output value to be applied to an electromagnetic proportional valve for load-sensing valve control in a load-sensing type pump control system, based on a detected state quantity related to the engine output decreasing environment. When an engine speed-sensitive pump control system is adopted, a control output value generated based on a detected decrease in the actual engine rotation number is combined with a control output value generated by the load-sensing type pump control system. |
| US11015315B2 |
Pile set measurement apparatus
An apparatus (100) to trace pile set during pile driving comprises a panel (110) for attachment to a pile (150); a holding mechanism (120) to hold a writing instrument (160) against the panel (110) to trace the pile set for series of blows during the pile driving; a sliding mechanism (130) to provide lateral movement across the panel (110) for the holding mechanism (120) after each blow during the pile driving; and a platform (140) to allow the sliding mechanism (130) to slide freely in horizontal direction. |
| US11015313B2 |
Snow thrower
A snow thrower includes a motor, an auger driven by the motor to rotate, a handle device for a user to operate, an auger housing for containing the auger and a frame for connecting the handle device and the auger housing. The auger housing is made of at least two different materials. |
| US11015312B2 |
Method and apparatus for safely and quickly removing snow from narrow pedestrian and vehicular paths
A method and system which provides for a zero turn stand-on snow blower with only two powered wheels and two free-wheeling casters and which provides for the ability to blow snow from narrow paths, turn around without leaving the sidewalk, automatically turn off the auger and present a shovel for performing quick detailed shoveling tasks when stepping off the snow blower. |
| US11015311B2 |
System for detecting an impact of a vehicle against a road safety device
A road safety device has a frame firmly connected to and arranged on a road surface and an irreversibly deformable part connected to the frame for absorbing at least part of the kinetic energy of a vehicle impacting against the road safety device. An associated monitoring system includes a control unit, an image acquiring device connected to the control unit for acquiring at least one image of a vehicle registration number that is nearing the road safety device, a memory for acquiring the image, and a vibration and/or deformation sensor connectable to the frame for detecting a reversible deformation thereof. The sensor is connected to the control unit. The control unit is predisposed to identify an impact of a vehicle against the road safety device on the basis of data received from the sensor. |
| US11015309B2 |
Flexible barrier and designing method thereof
A flexible barrier includes: posts, retaining ropes and a metal net; wherein each of the posts comprises a post body and a post foundation hinged; the retaining ropes includes longitudinal retaining ropes, top retaining ropes, intermediate retaining ropes, and diagonal retaining ropes connected between the posts and the metal net; wherein a lower portion of the metal net is obliquely arranged towards a downstream of a slope; the metal net is loose when no impact is applied and a bottom of the metal net is fixed with short anchors; the bottom of the metal net has a redundancy and is folded towards a upstream of the slope or buried in the slope. |
| US11015308B2 |
Roadway marker control system
A GPS-based control system for positioning a nozzle projection onto a predetermined roadway mark path includes a vehicle having an attached paint carriage which is laterally movable with respect to the vehicle, a first GPS antenna, a first GPS receiver responsive to the first GPS antenna, a first signal processor for determining the geographical location of the first GPS antenna, a linear motion and position sensor, a GPS location processor for determining the absolute GPS location of the paint carriage, a coordinate transform processor for transforming the absolute GPS location of the paint carriage into a location in a coordinate system other than GPS, a comparator for comparing the location of the paint carriage in the other coordinate system to a desired roadway mark path according to the other coordinate system, and a control system for positioning the nozzle projection onto the roadway mark path. |
| US11015307B1 |
Road penetration and excavation system
A street and road surface penetration removal system for utility repairs and replacement. The penetration and removal system utilizes a circular disk pavement cutter and remover with a retainment box placement for vacuum excavation using high pressure water excavation and vacuum removal by a self-contained excavation vacuum to gain clear access to a utility for repair or replacement. |
| US11015306B2 |
Automotive milling machine, as well as method for discharging milled material
In an automotive milling machine, comprising a machine frame, comprising a controller for the travelling and milling operation, comprising a working drum, comprising a transport conveyor, where the transport conveyor is slewable, relative to the machine frame, about a first axis extending essentially horizontally under an elevation angle, and sideways about a second axis extending orthogonally to the first axis under a slewing angle, where the transport conveyor discharges the milled material onto a loading surface of a transport vehicle at a specified conveying speed, and where the controller continuously controls positioning of the milled material automatically via, as a minimum, the slewing angle of the transport conveyor, it is provided for the following features to be achieved: the controller specifies and monitors limit values for a maximum permissible slewing angle range for slewing the transport conveyor variable in accordance with the current operating situation. |
| US11015302B2 |
Method, apparatus and system for producing a polyurethane sports flooring
A method for producing polyurethane flooring includes providing polyurethane reactive components including a isocyanate component and a polyol component, determining environmental data, determining process parameters for mixing the polyurethane reactive components, wherein the process parameters depend on the environmental data, mixing the foam for the polyurethane flooring by mixing the isocyanate component and the polyol component using a froth foam process with the process parameters, applying a first lane of the liquid foam to a ground, applying a second lane of the liquid foam to the ground, wherein a side edge of the second lane gets in contact with a side edge of the first lane, wherein the process parameter are determined so that the foam of the first lane is not cured before applying the foam of the second lane. Furthermore, the invention relates to an apparatus and a system for producing a polyurethane flooring. |
| US11015296B2 |
Fibrous structure containing articles
Articles, such as sanitary tissue products, including fibrous structures, and more particularly articles including fibrous structures having a plurality of fibrous elements wherein the article exhibits differential cellulose content throughout the thickness of the article and methods for making same are provided. |
| US11015295B1 |
Papermaking system and method
A method of making paper is described. The method includes providing a cellulosic fibrous material, the cellulosic fibrous material comprising a plurality of elongated fibers having a fiber wall surrounding a hollow interior, the fibrous material having moisture content. The method also includes adding calcium bicarbonate solution to the cellulosic fibrous material to form a pulp mixture, the calcium bicarbonate solution containing up to the saturation level of about 16% solids of calcium bicarbonate, the resulting pulp mixture having between 0.1% to 65% total solids by weight. Further, the method includes refining the pulp mixture such that at least some of the calcium ions become associated with the reactive sites in the fiber walls. Further still, the method includes forming a web from the pulp mixture and wet pressing the web. |
| US11015292B2 |
Process and apparatus for wetlaying nonwovens
A process and an apparatus for producing nonwoven materials are disclosed. The process comprises the following steps: a) providing a three-phase (gas-liquid-solid) suspension containing air, water, fibrous material and a surfactant, b) depositing the suspension onto a moving carrier sieve to produce a fibrous web on the carrier, c) removing aqueous residue of the suspension through the carrier sieve, d) conveying the aqueous residue through one or more phase separation tanks in an essentially horizontal direction while providing a depressurised headspace above the aqueous residue, e) recycling the aqueous residue conveyed in step d) to step a), f) preferably pre-integrating the fibrous web. |
| US11015291B2 |
Fine cellulose fiber and production method for same
Provided is a method of producing fine cellulose fibers that are nanosized, that have a high crystallinity degree, and that are less vulnerable to fiber shape damage, the method including impregnating cellulose with a fibrillation solution to fibrillate the cellulose without mechanical crushing, and modifying the cellulose. The method of producing cellulose microfibrils of the present invention includes impregnating cellulose with a fibrillation solution containing a carboxylic acid vinyl ester or an aldehyde and an aprotic solvent having a donor number of 26 or more to fibrillate the cellulose. The aldehyde is at least one kind of aldehyde selected from the group consisting of an aldehyde represented by the following formula (1), paraformaldehyde, cinnamaldehyde, perillaldehyde, vanillin, and glyoxal: R1—CHO (1) where R1 represents a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group having 1 to 16 carbon atoms, an alkenyl group, a cycloalkyl group, or an aryl group. |
| US11015288B2 |
Grained artificial leather
Disclosed is a grain-finished artificial leather including: an artificial leather base material; and a resin layer stacked on at least one surface of the artificial leather base material, wherein the artificial leather base material contains: a fiber-entangled body of ultrafine fibers; 3 to 50 mass % of a first elastic polymer; 2.5 to 6 mass %, in terms of phosphorus atoms, of first phosphorous-based flame retardant particles having an average particle size of 1 to 10 μm; and 1 to 6 mass % of a plasticizer, and the resin layer contains: a second elastic polymer; and a total content, in terms of phosphorus atoms or in terms of hydroxyl groups, of 0 to 8 mass % of flame retardant particles having an average particle size of 1 to 10 μm and being at least one selected from the group consisting of second phosphorous-based flame retardant particles and first metal hydroxide particles. |
| US11015283B2 |
Clothes manager and control method thereof
A clothes manager is provided. The clothes manager includes a cabinet including an accommodation space in which clothes are accommodated, a door provided to open and close an opening of the cabinet, a clothes treating device provided to treat the clothes accommodated in the accommodation space of the cabinet, a sensing device configured to detect that a human or an animal enters the cabinet, and a processor configured to output an abnormal detection signal based on a human or animal detection signal transmitted by the sensing device. |
| US11015282B2 |
Clothes dryer, method and device for calculating humidity value of clothes in clothes dryer
A clothes dryer (100), a method and device (200) for calculating a humidity value of clothes in the clothes dryer. The method for calculating the humidity value includes: acquiring sampling points of a humidity sensor during a first time period; extracting a maximum value from the sampling points, and generating a maximum-value accumulated value; acquiring maximum-value accumulated values during a second time period, and generating an average value; acquiring a current maximum value during a current first time period; and generating a current humidity value. |
| US11015278B2 |
Washing machine
Provided is a washing machine, including an inner drum and an outer drum. A bottom or a side wall of the inner drum is provided with an inner drum drainage hole. The inner drum drainage hole is provided with a drainage valve. The outer drum is provided with a power device configured to push a spool of the drainage valve, and an outer drum drainage hole. One end of the drainage valve facing toward the outer drum is provided with a drainage switch. An extending shaft of the power device is configured to extend and touch the drainage switch to open or close the drainage valve. |
| US11015277B2 |
Washing machine and method for controlling the same
The disclosure provides a washing machine and method for controlling the same. An embodiment of the washing machine includes an auxiliary washing unit placed below a door arranged on top of a main body; an input unit for receiving instructions to start and stop auxiliary washing; and a water supply unit for supplying water to the auxiliary washing unit if the instruction to start water supply is input, and stopping supplying water to the auxiliary washing unit if the instruction to stop water supply is input. |
| US11015276B2 |
Multi-sensor sewing machine with automatic needle speed adjustment
Multi-sensor sewing machine with automatic needle speed adjustment. In some embodiments, a sewing machine may include a frame, a needle bar, a motor, a first sensor configured to emit first electromagnetic radiation at a first frequency in order to sense relative movement of the fabric and the frame, a second sensor configured to emit second electromagnetic radiation at a second frequency, that is different from the first frequency, in order to sense relative movement of the fabric and the frame, and a processor. The processor may be configured to control a speed of the motor, determine a translational relative movement of the fabric and the frame based on the sensed relative movement of the first sensor and/or based on the sensed relative movement of the second sensor, and, in response to the determined translational relative movement, alter the speed of the motor. |
| US11015273B2 |
Web forming device and sheet manufacturing apparatus
A housing portion includes first and second inclined surfaces facing each other and inclined such that a distance between the first and second inclined surfaces decreases downward in a vertical direction. A third inclined surface located between the first and second inclined surfaces, facing the first inclined surface, inclined such that a distance between the third and first inclined surfaces decreases downward in the vertical direction, and having a first gap with respect to the first inclined surface is provided. A fourth inclined surface located between the first and second inclined surfaces, facing the second inclined surface, inclined such that a distance between the fourth and second inclined surfaces decreases downward in the vertical direction, and having a second gap with respect to the second inclined surface is provided. A suction blower causes a mixture to pass through the first and second gaps, and collects the mixture. |
| US11015272B2 |
Laminated nonwoven fabric
There is provided a laminated nonwoven fabric having excellent sound absorbing performance in a low frequency range, the laminated nonwoven fabric having a skin layer and a base material layer, the skin layer having a nonwoven fabric A, the nonwoven fabric A having a density of 100 to 500 kg/m3, a thickness of 0.5 to 2.5 mm, and an air permeability of 4 to 40 cm3/cm2/s; and the base material layer having a nonwoven fabric B, the nonwoven fabric B having a basis weight of 200 to 500 g/m2 and a thickness of 5 to 40 mm. |
| US11015270B2 |
Turning device for knitted tubular articles, particularly for turning inside-out tubular articles with pockets that protrude from the lateral surface thereof
A turning device for knitted tubular articles, particularly for turning inside-out tubular articles with pockets that protrude from the lateral surface thereof. The turning device in question comprises a main supporting structure which supports a tubular body arranged with its axis substantially vertical. The tubular body has its upper axial end beveled along a plane that is inclined with respect to its axis. The turning device comprises first actuation means which can be activated to perform a translation of the tubular body along its axis with respect to the main supporting structure. The tubular body is insertable, with its upper axial end, through an axial end of a tubular article in order to turn it inside out. The turning device comprises second actuation means which can be activated to rotate the tubular body about its own axis, through an angle of preset breadth, with respect to the main supporting structure. |
| US11015269B2 |
Velour fabric and method of manufacturing a velour fabric
The invention provides a velvet fabric and a method of making the fabric. The fabric includes a support formed by weft yarns and warp yarns, such that the weft yarns are inserted and interwoven with the warp yarns, and at least one filling yarn is anchored in the form of loops or bristles in the support. The support has two surfaces and the filling yarn emerges from at least one surface of the support. The warp yarns and/or the weft yarns of the support are at least partially formed of polyester at a low melting temperature. |
| US11015263B2 |
Defect reduction in seeded aluminum nitride crystal growth
Bulk single crystal of aluminum nitride (AlN) having an areal planar defect density≤100 cm−2. Methods for growing single crystal aluminum nitride include melting an aluminum foil to uniformly wet a foundation with a layer of aluminum, the foundation forming a portion of an AlN seed holder, for an AlN seed to be used for the AlN growth. The holder may consist essentially of a substantially impervious backing plate. |
| US11015262B2 |
Apparatus and method for molecular beam epitaxy
An apparatus and method for molecular beam epitaxy are described herein. The apparatus comprises an enclosure defining a vacuum chamber. A substrate holder is mounted within the vacuum chamber. At least one molecular beam source is in fluid communication with the vacuum chamber. A cooling shroud having at least one surface is mounted within the vacuum chamber spaced from the substrate holder. A cryocooler having at least a portion extending into the vacuum chamber is operatively coupled to the cooling shroud for extracting heat therefrom, and cooling the at least one surface of the cooling shroud to cryogenic temperatures. |
| US11015259B2 |
Plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) coated peelable shims
A method for producing a laminated shim includes subjecting a shim stock to a plasma electrolytic oxidization (PEO) process to create a PEO shim, applying an adhesive layer of an adhesive to a surface of the PEO shim, stacking at least one other PEO shim onto the adhesive layer of the PEO shim to create a stack of PEO shims, and pressing the stack of PEO shims together to create a PEO coated peelable laminate. |
| US11015257B2 |
Method and apparatus for electroplating a metal onto a substrate
Method for electroplating a metal onto a flat substrate P. Surfaces are electrically polarized for metal deposition by feeding thereto at least one first and second forward-reverse pulse current sequences. The first forward-reverse pulse current sequence includes a first forward pulse generating a first cathodic current during a first forward pulse duration tf1 and having a first forward pulse peak current if1, and a first reverse pulse generating a first anodic current during a first reverse pulse duration tr1 and having a first reverse pulse peak current ir1, the second forward-reverse pulse current sequence including a second forward pulse generating a second cathodic current during a second forward pulse duration tf2 and having a second forward pulse peak current if2, and a second reverse pulse generating a second anodic current during a second reverse pulse duration tr2, the second reverse pulse having a second reverse pulse peak current ir2. |
| US11015253B2 |
Surface treatment process for implants made of titanium alloy
A titanium 6 Al/4V alloy is provided with a surface topography that is similar to the Osseotite® surface produced on commercially pure titanium. Native oxide is removed from the Ti 6Al/4V alloy, followed by contacting the metal at ambient temperature with an aqueous hydrochloric acid solution containing a relatively small amount of hydrofluoric acid. |
| US11015252B2 |
Protection of components from corrosion
Using the systems and methods discussed herein, CMAS corrosion is inhibited via CMAS interception in an engine environment and/or is prevented or reduced by the formation of a metal oxide protective coating on a hot engine section component. The CMAS interception can occur while the engine is in operation in flight or in a testing or quality control environment. The metal oxide protective coating can be applied over other coatings, including Gd-zirconates (GZO) or yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ). The metal oxide protective coating is applied at original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and can also be applied in-situ using a gas injection system during engine use in-flight or during maintenance or quality testing. The metal oxide protective coating contains a rare earth element, aluminum, zirconium, chromium, or combinations thereof, and is from 1 nm to 3 microns in thickness. |
| US11015248B2 |
Substrate processing apparatus and method of manufacturing semiconductor device
Described herein is a technique capable of suppressing a deviation in a thickness of a film formed on a substrate. According to one aspect of the technique of the present disclosure, a substrate processing apparatus includes a substrate retainer capable of supporting substrates; a cylindrical process chamber including a discharge part and supply holes; partition parts arranged in the circumferential direction to partition supply chambers communicating with the process chamber through the supply holes; nozzles provided with an ejection hole; and gas supply pipes. The supply chambers includes a first nozzle chamber and a second nozzle chamber, the process gas includes a source gas and an assist gas, the nozzles includes a first nozzle for the assist gas flows and a second nozzle disposed in the second nozzle chamber and through which the source gas flows, and the first nozzle is disposed adjacent to the second nozzle. |
| US11015247B2 |
Integrated showerhead with improved hole pattern for delivering radical and precursor gas to a downstream chamber to enable remote plasma film deposition
A showerhead for a substrate processing system includes a lower surface, a plasma-facing upper surface, a gas plenum defined between the lower surface and the upper surface, and a plurality of injectors distributed on the lower surface, wherein the plurality of injectors are in fluid communication with the gas plenum. A plurality of through holes extends from the upper surface to the lower surface. Selected ones of the plurality of through holes have a diameter that is different from a diameter of remaining ones of the plurality of through holes. The diameter of the selected ones of the plurality of through holes is predetermined in accordance with a desired ratio of respective gases provided via the selected ones of the plurality of through holes and the remaining ones of the plurality of through holes. |
| US11015246B2 |
Apparatus and methods for depositing ALD films with enhanced chemical exchange
Gas injector units for processing chambers having one or more of scavenging ports, differential pressure ports and variable surfaces for variable injector to substrate gap distances are described. Gas distribution assemblies and processing chambers incorporating the gas injector units are also described. |
| US11015245B2 |
Gas-phase reactor and system having exhaust plenum and components thereof
An improved exhaust system for a gas-phase reactor and a reactor and system including the exhaust system are disclosed. The exhaust system includes a channel fluidly coupled to an exhaust plenum. The improved exhaust system allows operation of a gas-phase reactor with desired flow characteristics while taking up relatively little space within a reaction chamber. |
| US11015244B2 |
Radiation shielding for a CVD reactor
A reaction chamber includes an enclosure having an interior coated with a metal nitride compound providing an average reflectivity to internal infra-red radiation of greater than 90%. The metal nitride compound can be titanium nitride, zirconium nitride, hafnium nitride, or a nitride of another metal, and can be between 0.1 and 10 microns thick, preferably between 4 and 5 microns thick. The layer does not tarnish, and can withstand reaction chamber temperatures up to at least 250° C., preferably up to 300° C. It is applied by a deposition process, such as PVD, CVD, thermal spray, or cathodic arc, wherein the enclosure itself is the metal nitride deposition enclosure. Uniformity of deposition can be improved by rotating the deposition source through T degrees and back through T±d, with a total of 360/d repetitions. The reactor can be a CVD reactor that deposits polysilicon onto a heated filament. |
| US11015243B2 |
Method and apparatus for forming layer, metal oxide transistor and fabrication method thereof
A layer forming method according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a source gas dosing/pressurizing step of dosing a source gas into a chamber having a substrate loaded therein in a state in which the outlet of the chamber is closed, thereby increasing the pressure in the chamber and adsorbing the source gas onto the substrate; a first main purging step of purging the chamber, after the source gas dosing/pressurizing step; a reactive gas dosing step of dosing a reactive gas into the chamber, after the first main purging step; and a second main purging step of purging the chamber, after the reactive gas dosing step. |
| US11015239B2 |
Coated cutting tool
A coated cutting tool comprising a substrate and a coating layer formed on the substrate, wherein: the coating layer includes a first composite nitride layer containing a compound having a composition represented by (AlxCr1-x)N, and a second composite nitride layer containing a compound having a composition represented by (AlyCr1-y)N; an average particle size of particles which constitute of the first composite nitride layer is less than 100 nm; the second composite nitride layer comprises a cubic crystal system, and a ratio I(111)/I(200) of a peak intensity I(111) for a (111) plane to a peak intensity I(200) for a (200) plane in the second composite nitride layer is 1.0 or more; an average particle size of particles which constitute of the second composite nitride layer is 100 nm or more; and a residual stress of the second composite nitride layer is from −10.0 GPa or higher to −2.0 GPa or lower. |
| US11015238B2 |
Process for manufacturing high-nitrogen stainless steel pipe with high strength, high ductility, and excellent corrosion and heat resistance
A process for manufacturing a high nitrogen stainless steel pipe material includes keeping an outside surface and/or an inside surface of an austenite stainless steel pipe material in contact with a substance that becomes a nitrogen (N) source, heating the steel pipe together with the nitrogen source substance at a temperature of 800° C. to 1100° C. in a range of temperatures not higher than the critical temperature for crystal grain enlargement of the steel pipe material to cause nitrogen to be absorbed into the surface of the pipe and diffused into the steel solid phase, and applying to the heat-treated pipe material annealing treatment in the range of temperatures in vacuum, inert gas including argon gas or an atmosphere of a gas with a reducing substance including H2 gas added thereto, to result in a decrease of nitrogen concentration gradient. |
| US11015232B2 |
Seamless steel tube with high strength and toughness and manufacturing method therefor
A seamless steel tube with high strength and toughness, comprising the following chemical elements by mass: 0.1-0.25% of C, 0.1-0.5% of Si, 0.01-0.1% of Al, 0.6-2% of Mn, the balance of Fe and other unavoidable impurities, wherein C+Mn/6≥0.35. Also provided is a method for preparing a seamless steel tube. |
| US11015230B2 |
Water-soluble quenching oil composition
A water-soluble quenching fluid composition prepared by blending: water, at least one kind selected from a polyoxyalkylene glycol and a derivative thereof (A), and at least one kind selected from an alkylene glycol ether (B) and a monocarboxylic acid (C), the polyoxyalkylene glycol or a derivative thereof (A) having a mass average molecular weight of 10,000 or more and 100,000 or less, the alkylene glycol ether (B) having a boiling point of 200° C. or more and a molecular weight per 1 mol of 1,000 g/mol or less. |
| US11015227B2 |
Methods and compositions to generate unique sequence DNA probes, labeling of DNA probes and the use of these probes
The invention relates generally to the field of the identification of DNA sequences, genes or chromosomes. Methods and composition to obtain Unique Sequence DNA probes are provided. Compositions comprised of and double stranded DNA containing Unique Sequences from which the repetitive sequences are eliminated according to the method described in this invention. The invention also relates to the preservation of cells that have been identified after immunomagnetic selection and fluorescent labeling in order to further interrogate the cells of interest. Furthermore the invention relates to genetic analysis of cells that have been identified after immunomagnetic selection and fluorescent labeling. |
| US11015226B2 |
Targeting the histone pathway to detect and overcome anthracyclin resistance
There is provided herein a method for determining a likelihood of resistance to anthracyclin, or poor survival, in a patient with cancer by identifying upregulation of at least one histone gene in the patient. |
| US11015220B2 |
Conjugates of biomolecules to nanoparticles
Disclosed herein are conjugates comprising a biomolecule linked to a label that have biological activity and are useful in a wide variety of biological applications. For example, provided herein are polymerase-nanoparticle conjugates including a polymerase linked to a nanoparticle, wherein the conjugate has polymerase activity. Such conjugates can exhibit reduced aggregation and improved stochiometries wherein the average biomolecule:nanoparticle ratio approaches or equals 1:1. Also disclosed herein are improved methods for preparing such conjugates, and methods and systems for using such conjugates in biological applications such as nucleotide incorporation, primer extension and single molecule sequencing. |
| US11015219B2 |
Systems and methods for detection and analysis of biological species
Provided herein are systems and methods for sequencing, amplifying, detecting, analyzing, and/or performing sample preparation procedures for nucleic acids and other biomolecules. |
| US11015216B2 |
Substituted imidazo[1,2-a]pyrazines as luciferase substrates
Described are substituted imidazo[1,2-a]pyrazine compounds, which are coelenterazine analogues, kits comprising the compounds, and methods of using the compounds for the detection of luminescence in luciferase-based assays. Also described are methods of making the compounds, such as a method using aminopyrazine acetophosphonates as synthesis intermediates. The substituted imidazo[1,2-a]pyrazine compounds include compounds of formula (I): |
| US11015215B2 |
Use of high flux SCFA-derivatized monosaccharides in recombinant glycoprotein production
Methods of glycoprotein production employing monosaccharides capable of producing a global increase in flux through the sialic acid pathway are provided. |
| US11015211B2 |
Cardiac cell reprogramming with myocardin and ASCL1
The present disclosure provides methods for generating induced cardiomyocytes and/or inducing a cardiomyocyte phenotype in cells in vivo or in vitro, such as by expression of ASCL1 or MYF6 and MYOCD. The present disclosure further provides gene-delivery vectors comprising one or more polynucleotides selected from ASCL1, MYF6, MYOCD, MEF2C, and TBX5. It further provides compositions comprising induced cardiomyocytes and provides methods of treating a heart condition, such as myocardial infarction. The disclosure also provides engineered myocardin proteins with an internal deletion, vectors encoding such engineered mycocardins, and methods of use thereof. |
| US11015210B2 |
Constructs and methods for delivering molecules via viral vectors with blunted innate immune responses
A CpG-modified recombinant adeno-associated viral (AAV) vector is described. The vector carries a nucleic acid molecule comprising AAV inverted terminal repeat (ITR) sequences and an exogenous gene sequence under the control of regulatory sequences which control expression of the gene product, in which the nucleic acid sequences carried by the vector are modified to significantly reduce CpG di-nucleotides such that an immune response to the vector is reduced as compared to the unmodified AAV vector. Also provided are methods and regimens for delivering transgenes using these AAV viral vectors, in which the innate immune response to the vector and/or transgene is significantly modulated. |
| US11015209B2 |
Wheat MS1 polynucleotides, polypeptides, and methods of use
Compositions and methods are capable of modulating male fertility in a plant. Compositions comprise polynucleotides and polypeptides, and fragments and variants thereof, which modulate male fertility. Expression cassettes comprise a male-fertility polynucleotide, or fragment or variant thereof, operably linked to a promoter, wherein expression of the polynucleotide modulates the male fertility of a plant. The level and/or activity of a polynucleotide that influences male fertility is modulated in a plant or plant part. Regulatory sequences drive expression in a male-tissue-preferred manner and may be targets to downregulate an operably linked gene. Methods to track mutations that induce nuclear recessive male sterility in subsequent selfing and crossing of wheat lines containing the mutations are also provided. Male-sterile plants may be maintained by pollinating with a maintainer plant. |
| US11015206B2 |
Compositions and methods comprising sequences having hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase (HPPD) activity
Compositions and methods comprising polynucleotides and polypeptides having 4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase (HPPD) activity and having insensitivity to an HPPD inhibitor are provided. Further provided are nucleic acid constructs, plants, plant cells, explants, seeds and grain having the HPPD sequences. Various methods of employing the HPPD sequences are provided. Such methods include, for example, methods for producing an HPPD inhibitor tolerant plant, plant cell, explant or seed and methods of controlling weeds in a field containing a crop employing the plants and/or seeds disclosed herein. Methods are also provided to identify additional HPPD variants. Further provided are various methods and compositions that allow the various HPPD polypeptides and variant and fragments thereof to be expressed in a chloroplast or transported to a chloroplast. |
| US11015203B2 |
Plant regulatory elements and uses thereof
The disclosure provides DNA molecules and constructs, as well as their nucleotide sequences, useful for modulating gene expression in plants. The disclosure also provides nucleic acid sequences from Arabidopsis thaliana comprising novel regulatory elements identified from the AtHB17 gene. The disclosure also provides transgenic plants, plant cells, plant parts, and seeds comprising the DNA molecules operably linked to heterologous transcribable polynucleotides are also provided, as are methods of their use. |
| US11015202B2 |
Complex containing oligonucleotide having immunopotentiating activity and use thereof
The present invention provides an oligodeoxynucleotide containing humanized K type CpG oligodeoxynucleotide and poly deoxyadenylate, wherein the poly deoxyadenylate is placed on the 3′-side of the humanized K type CpG oligodeoxynucleotide. In addition, the present invention provides a complex containing the aforementioned oligodeoxynucleotide and β-1,3-glucan. |
| US11015199B2 |
Cancer therapy
The invention relates to a genetically transformed or transfected bacterial cell chromosome wherein said cell is made to express interfering RNA (siRNA) active against at least one gene encoding a cancer promoting or sustaining protein such as an oncogene, a chemo-resistant gene or a metabolic gene; siRNA cassette encoding at least one siRNA active against said gene; a bacterial cell with said siRNA cassette integrated within the bacterial chromosome; a method of treating cancer, particularly but not exclusively prostate, breast or colorectal cancer, employing the use of said bacterial cell with a chromosomally integrated siRNA cassette; and use of said bacterial cell with a chromosomally integrated siRNA cassette to treat said cancer. |
| US11015198B2 |
Products and compositions
The present invention relates to products and compositions and their uses. In particular the invention relates to nucleic acid products that interfere with gene expression or inhibits its expression and therapeutic uses such as for the treatment of disease and disorders. |
| US11015196B2 |
Using microRNAs to control activation status of hepatic stellate cells and to prevent fibrosis in progressive liver diseases
Provided herein are methods and compositions for treatment and/or prevention of liver disease. Aspects of the present disclosure relate to the engineering of a quiescent Hepatic Stellate Cell, and use of the engineered quiescent Hepatic Stellate Cell, or population thereof in the treatment and/or prevention of liver disease. |
| US11015193B2 |
sgRNA and method for specifically activating human RSPO2 gene with CRISPR-Cas9 and application thereof
A method of constructing a specific CRISPR-Cas9 (Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats associated) to activate a RSPO2 (R-spondin 2) gene is disclosed in the present invention. The method comprises the following steps: designing a sgRNA (single guide RNA) of a specifically targeted human RSPO2 gene; constructing a CRISPR-Cas9 recombinant lentivirus vector of a specifically activated RSPO2 gene; and lentiviral packaging a CRISPR-Cas9 system of the specifically activated RSPO2 gene. The CRISPR-Cas9 system designed by the present invention activates the RSPO2 target gene expression and promotes the activation of the hepatic stellate cell. |
| US11015190B2 |
Method of treating a patient having renal cancer
A method of making a prognosis as to whether a patient having renal cancer is likely to survive in a tumour tissue sample obtained from the patient is provided. The method comprising determining the level of expression for each marker of a panel of markers comprising at least one housekeeping gene selected from the group consisting of ACTB, RPL13A, RPL9, and RPS29 and any combinations thereof and at least one prognostic gene selected from the group consisting of CXCL5, EFNA5, EMCN, G6PC, GFPT2, HIST2H3C, IGFBP1, LAMB3, MMP9, MOCOS, PLG, PRAME, RARRES1, SDPR, SLC6A19, TK1, KDELR3 and TSPAN7 and any combinations thereof, comparing the level of expression of each marker with a predetermined reference level associated with each marker, and determining the differential expression of each marker in the tumour tissue sample based on the expression parameter for each marker to provide a prognosis for renal cancer. |
| US11015187B2 |
Purification of nucleic acids using copper-titanium oxides
The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for purifying nucleic acid. In particular, the present disclosure relates to systems and methods for purifying nucleic acids using metal or metal oxide compositions. |
| US11015183B2 |
Subtilase variants with enhanced storage stability
The present invention relates to novel subtilase variants exhibiting increased stability and preferably on par or improved wash performance. The variants of the invention are suitable for use in e.g. cleaning or detergent compositions, such as laundry detergent compositions and dish wash compositions, including automatic dish wash compositions. The present invention also relates to isolated DNA sequences encoding the variants, expression vectors, host cells, and methods for producing and using the variants of the invention. |
| US11015182B2 |
Chimeric bacteriophage lysin with activity against staphylococci bacteria
The present disclosure relates to chimeric bacteriophage lysins useful for the identification and/or reduction of staphylococcal populations. For example, a chimeric bacteriophage lysin was engineered and shown to effectively kill all strains of staphylococci tested including antibiotic resistant methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) and vancomycin intermediate S. aureus (VISA). |
| US11015174B2 |
Scalable purification method for AAV8
A two-step chromatography purification scheme is described which selectively captures and isolates the genome-containing rAAV vector particles from the clarified, concentrated supernatant of a rAAV production cell culture. The process utilizes an affinity capture method performed at a high salt concentration followed by an anion exchange resin method performed at high pH to provide rAAV vector particles which are substantially free of rAAV intermediates. |
| US11015169B2 |
Culture medium for pluripotent stem cells
An object of the present invention is to provide a medium that comprises fewer protein components and enables the maintenance of pluripotent stem cells in an undifferentiated state. The culture medium for pluripotent stem cells comprises a GSK3β inhibitor (A) and a DYRK inhibitor (B). |
| US11015166B2 |
Frustules extracted from benthic pennate diatoms harvested from an industrial biofilm process
A method of extracting frustules from benthic pennate diatoms is disclosed. The method includes culturing benthic pennate diatoms in an industrial biofilm process, wherein in the industrial biofilm process the benthic pennate diatoms are growing on at least one surface in a water-containing compartment and wherein the benthic pennate diatoms forms a biofilm on the at least one surface; harvesting the benthic pennate diatoms from the at least one surface; and extracting the frustules by separating the frustules from organic biomass contained in the benthic pennate diatoms. |
| US11015165B2 |
Systems and methods for particle analysis
The present disclosure provides systems and methods for sorting a cell. The system may comprise a flow channel configured to transport a cell through the channel. The system may comprise an imaging device configured to capture an image of the cell from a plurality of different angles as the cell is transported through the flow channel. The system may comprise a processor configured to analyze the image using a deep learning algorithm to enable sorting of the cell. |
| US11015164B2 |
Cell printing apparatus for heat-sensitive cell printing composition
A cell printing apparatus of the present disclosure comprises a nozzle configured to discharge a heat-sensitive cell printing composition; and a heating unit for transferring heat to the upper side of the heat-sensitive cell printing composition which is discharged from the nozzle to be laminated. A predetermined space is formed between the heating unit and the nozzle so that the heating unit does not contact with the nozzle. |
| US11015163B2 |
Cell printing apparatus
A cell printing apparatus according to the present disclosure comprises: a nozzle through which a liquid cell substance is discharged; a container in which the liquid cell substance discharged through the nozzle is laminated into a three-dimensional structure; and a supply unit for supplying the liquid heated to a predetermined temperature to the container. |
| US11015160B2 |
Filter holding device
A filter holding device (1; 41; 75; 81) arranged for providing at least one filter (7; 43a, 43b; 85) inside a flexible bag (3; 71), said filter holding device comprising attaching means (19a-d, 21a-d; 79; 83) for attaching the filter holding device to an inner surface of the flexible bag such that the at least one filter held by the filter holding device is provided at a distance from the inner surface of the flexible bag. |
| US11015156B1 |
Protein concentration methods
Aspects of the present disclosure include methods for fractionating whole stillage using one or more hydrocyclones and optional screening device. Aspects of the present disclosure include a stillage fractionation and/or clarification system for carrying out the methods described herein. |
| US11015155B2 |
Fermenter
A fermenter may include a fermentation container having a fermentation space in which a beverage is fermented and a first gas passage communicating with the fermentation space, and a fermentation lid opening and closing the fermentation container and having a second gas passage. When the fermentation lid closes the fermentation container, a gas chamber communicating with each of the first gas passage and the second gas passage is provided between the fermentation container and the fermentation lid. |
| US11015149B2 |
Methods of facilitating removal of a fingerprint
Bioactive coatings that include a base and a protein associated with the base for actively promoting the removal of organic stains are provided. In aspects, bioactive coatings that are stabilized against inactivation by weathering are provided including a base associated with a chemically modified enzyme, and, optionally a first polyoxyethylene present in the base and independent of the enzyme. The coatings are optionally overlayered onto a substrate to form an active coating facilitating the removal of organic stains or organic material from food, insects, or the environment. |
| US11015140B2 |
Catalytically active lubricants
Provided herein are lubricant compositions and methods of using the same. These lubricant compositions are useful for providing improved anti-friction and anti-wear properties. |
| US11015137B2 |
Composition, method and use
A quaternary ammonium salt of formula (I): wherein X is a linking group; Y is O, NH or NR1 wherein R1 is H or an optionally substituted hydrocarbyl group; Q+ is a moiety that includes a quaternary ammonium cation; A− is an anion; R2 is an optionally substituted alkylene group; R3 is hydrogen or an optionally substituted hydrocarbyl group; and n is 0 or a positive integer; provided that n is not 0 when R3 is hydrogen. |
| US11015135B2 |
Reduced fouling of hydrocarbon oil
Antifoulant compositions and methods are used for inhibiting fouling on structural parts of a system exposed to a fluid hydrocarbon or petrochemical stream. Polyamine antifoulants are added to such systems. The polyamine antifoulants may be conjointly used with dispersants and/or fatty acids. The fatty acids have been found to reduce thermal degradation of the polyamine antifoulants. |
| US11015131B2 |
Manufacturing hydrocarbons
A system and methods for manufacturing a base oil stock from a light hydrocarbon stream are provided. An example method includes cracking a light hydrocarbon stream to form an impure olefinic stream, separating water from the impure olefinic stream, and oligomerizing the impure olefinic stream to form a raw oligomer stream. A light olefinic stream from the raw oligomer stream and linear alpha olefins are recovered from the light olefinic stream. A heavy olefinic stream is distilled from the raw oligomer stream and hydro-processed to form a hydro-processed stream. They hydro-processed stream is distilled to form the base oil stock. |
| US11015130B2 |
Fluid catalytic cracking process and apparatus for maximizing light olefin yield and other applications
Apparatus and processes herein provide for converting hydrocarbon feeds to light olefins and other hydrocarbons. The processes and apparatus include, in some embodiments, feeding a hydrocarbon, a first catalyst and a second catalyst to a reactor, wherein the first catalyst has a smaller average particle size and is less dense than the second catalyst. A first portion of the second catalyst may be recovered as a bottoms product from the reactor, and a cracked hydrocarbon effluent, a second portion of the second catalyst, and the first catalyst may be recovered as an overhead product from the reactor. The second portion of the second catalyst may be separated from the overhead product, providing a first stream comprising the first catalyst and the hydrocarbon effluent and a second stream comprising the separated second catalyst, allowing return of the separated second catalyst in the second stream to the reactor. |
| US11015127B2 |
Continuous reflux reactor under pressure and controlled condenser system for thermochemical treatment of plastic and/or elastomeric waste
A continuous reflux reactor and controlled condenser system for thermochemical treatment of plastic and/or elastomeric waste has five zones with different complements. The zones comprises the bottom zone, pyrolysis zone, meeting zone, reflux zone and extraction zone. The reactor uses a reflux zone to increase the production of a light oil in the process. The reflux zone is equipped with some studded tubes that enhances the contact area. Cold molten salt is used as the cooling element of this step. The pyrolysis zone, where the material will be pyrolyzed, has the differential of being equipped with molten salt coils using hot molten salt as the heating element. After the material passes to all zones, the material goes to a cyclone that will condense heavier hydrocarbons present in this step and send the light hydrocarbons to the condensers. |
| US11015119B2 |
Ultraviolet light-emitting phosphor, light-emitting element, and light-emitting device
An ultraviolet light-emitting phosphor having excellent degradation resistance and emission intensity is provided. The ultraviolet light-emitting phosphor is a phosphor comprising yttrium element, scandium element, aluminum element and oxygen element, which is excited by irradiation of vacuum ultraviolet rays or electron beams to emit ultraviolet rays. |
| US11015115B2 |
Curable quantum dot compositions and articles
Article comprising composite particles in an organic polymer matrix comprising a cured thiol-alkene resin having a Tg>20° C., the composite particles comprising a hydrophobic nonmetallic inorganic matrix, ligands, and quantum dots, wherein the hydrophobic nonmetallic inorganic matrix is present in the composite particles in an amount of up to 40 volume percent. Exemplary articles described herein can be made for use for display applications such as films, LED caps, LED coatings, LED lenses, and light guides. Exemplary articles described herein can be made for use for non-display applications such as security applications where quantum dot phosphors are used to provide fluorescence at selected or tailored wavelengths. In such uses, the organic polymer matrix could be a label or a coating on a label, or other articles such as a card or tag. |
| US11015112B2 |
Methods and systems for infusing porous ceramic proppant with a chemical treatment agent
Methods and systems for infusing ceramic proppant and infused ceramic proppant obtained therefrom are provided. The method can include introducing ceramic proppant and a chemical treatment agent to a mixing vessel, mixing the ceramic proppant and the chemical treatment agent in the mixing vessel to provide a mixture, introducing microwave energy to the mixing vessel to heat the mixture to a temperature sufficient to produce infused ceramic proppant containing at least a portion of the chemical treatment agent, and withdrawing the infused ceramic proppant from the mixing vessel. |
| US11015111B2 |
Mitigation of condensate banking using surface modification
Presented herein are methods and systems for mitigating condensate banking for example, by altering the wettability of a rock formation in the vicinity of a wellbore for a gas condensate reservoir. |
| US11015107B2 |
Methods of cleaning invert emulsion drilling fluids
Various embodiments disclosed relate to methods of cleaning invert emulsion drilling fluids. In various embodiments, the present invention provides a method of cleaning a drilling fluid. The method includes cleaning a used invert emulsion drilling fluid that includes drilled cuttings to form a cleaned invert emulsion drilling fluid. The cleaning includes processing the used invert emulsion drilling fluid in a separator to remove at least some of the drilled cuttings therefrom. |
| US11015102B2 |
Loss circulation material composition having alkaline nanoparticle based dispersion, water insoluble hydrolysable polyester, and formaldehyde resin
A lost circulation material (LCM) is provided having an alkaline nanosilica dispersion, a polyester activator, and a formaldehyde resin. The alkaline nanosilica dispersion and the polyester activator may form a gelled solid after interaction over a contact period, such that the gelled solid incorporates the formaldehyde resin. Methods of lost circulation control using the LCM are also provided. |
| US11015091B2 |
Use of a single-component laminating adhesive for composite film lamination
A description is given of the use of a one-component laminating adhesive for composite film lamination, and also of a method for composite film lamination. The laminating adhesive comprises an aqueous polymer dispersion preparable by radical emulsion polymerization of monomers comprising (a) at least 60 wt %, based on the total amount of monomers, of at least one monomer selected from the group consisting of C1 to C20 alkyl acrylates, C1 to C20 alkyl methacrylates, vinyl esters of carboxylic acids comprising up to 20 carbon atoms, vinylaromatics having up to 20 carbon atoms, vinyl halides, vinyl ethers of alcohols comprising 1 to 10 carbon atoms, aliphatic hydrocarbons having 2 to 8 carbon atoms and one or two double bonds, and mixtures of these monomers, and (b) at least 0.1 wt %, based on the total amount of monomers, of at least one monomer having at least one acid group, and (c) 0.1 to 5 wt %, based on the total amount of monomers, of at least one ethylenically unsaturated compound having at least one functional group selected from keto groups and aldehyde groups; where the aqueous polymer dispersion comprises at least one compound A which has at least two functional groups that are able to enter into a crosslinking reaction with keto groups or with aldehyde groups; where the molar ratio of the groups of the compound A that are reactive with keto groups or with aldehyde groups to the keto and aldehyde groups of the monomer (b) is from 1:10 to 2:1; and where, in the composite film lamination, at least two films are bonded to one another with the laminating adhesive so firmly that the peel strength is 2.5 N/15 mm or more or that the films bonded to one another are partable only with destruction of at least one of the films. The composite films can be used for the packing of foods. |
| US11015090B2 |
Butene-1 polymer composition having a high melt flow rate
A butene-1 polymer composition having MFR values of from 400 to 2000 g/10 min, measured according to ISO 1133 at 190° C. with a load of 2.16 kg, made from or containing A) a butene-1 homopolymer or a copolymer of butene-1 with a comonomer selected from the group consisting of ethylene and higher alpha-olefins, having a copolymerized comonomer content of up to 5% by mole; B) a copolymer of butene-1 with a comonomer selected from the group consisting of ethylene and higher alpha-olefins, having a copolymerized comonomer content of from 6% to 25% by mole; wherein the composition having a total copolymerized comonomer content from 5% to 18% by mole, referred to the sum of A) and B), and a content of fraction soluble in xylene at 0° C. of 65% by weight or more, determined on the total weight of A) and B). |
| US11015088B2 |
Cyanoacrylate compositions
Cyanoacrylate compositions that include a cyanoacrylate component, a rubber toughening component, a component containing at least two (meth)acrylate functional groups and an anhydride component are provided. |
| US11015087B2 |
Polishing composition, method for producing polishing composition, polishing method, and method for producing semiconductor substrate
A polishing composition according to the present invention includes: silica; an anionic water-soluble polymer; at least one compound selected from the group consisting of a phosphonate group-containing compound, a phosphate group-containing compound, and an amino group-containing compound; and a dispersing medium. |
| US11015086B2 |
Polishing slurry and polishing material
A polishing slurry according to the present invention contains: abrasive grains made of a metal oxide; a permanganate; and an inorganic compound other than the permanganate. The inorganic compound is such that a solution that is obtained by adding the inorganic compound to a 1.0 mass % aqueous solution of the permanganate so that the inorganic compound accounts for 1.0 mass % of the resultant aqueous solution has an oxidation-reduction potential higher than that of the 1.0 mass % aqueous solution of the permanganate. It is preferable that the inorganic compound be contained in an amount of 0.7 parts by mass or more and 150 parts by mass or less relative to 100 parts by mass of the permanganate. It is also preferable that the abrasive grains made of a metal oxide be manganese oxide particles. |
| US11015084B2 |
Coating compositions and elastic barrier coatings formed therefrom
An elastic barrier coating composition includes an aqueous dispersion of core-shell particles and an elastomeric polymer that is different from the aqueous dispersed core-shell particles. The aqueous dispersion of core-shell particles include an aqueous medium and core-shell particles dispersed in the aqueous medium. The core-shell particles have a polymeric core at least partially encapsulated by a polymeric shell in which the polymeric shell includes: (i) a barrier segment comprising aromatic groups and urethane linkages, urea linkages, or a combination thereof; and (ii) an elastomeric segment that is different from (i). The barrier segment includes at least 30 weight % of the polymeric shell based on the total solids weight of the polymeric shell. Further, the polymeric shell is covalently bonded to at least a portion of the polymeric core. |
| US11015082B2 |
Crack-resistant polysiloxane dielectric planarizing compositions, methods and films
A composition for planarizing a semiconductor device surface includes a catalyst, at least one solvent, and at least one polysiloxane resin including polysilsesquioxane blocks and polydisiloxane blocks. The polydisiloxane blocks are according to the general formula: wherein R1, R2 are each independently selected from the group consisting of: an aryl group or an alkyl group, with substituted or unsubstituted carbons. |
| US11015080B2 |
Powder coating compositions and coatings formed therefrom
A powder coating composition can include: a polyester polymer comprising carboxylic acid functional groups; a crosslinker reactive with the carboxylic acid functional groups of the polyester polymer; and a thermoplastic fluoropolymer unreactive with the polyester polymer and crosslinker. The powder coating composition is substantially free of an isocyanate functional crosslinker. |
| US11015079B2 |
Condensation reaction and/or addition reaction curable coating composition
Provided herein is a coating composition curable by condensation and/or addition reactions and including (A) at least one polymer as binder, (B) at least one crosslinking agent that can be reacted by condensation and/or addition reaction with component (A), and (C) at least one specific complex as catalyst. Also provided herein is a use of the complex for catalyzing the curing of coating compositions curable by condensation and/or addition reaction. |
| US11015078B2 |
Surface treatment agent, surface treatment method, surface treatment base material, and surface treatment base material production method
[Problem] To provide a surface treatment polymer.[Solution] A compound represented by formula (1), and a surface treatment agent including the compound. |
| US11015077B2 |
Pigment dispersion liquid, curable composition, film, near infrared cut filter, solid-state imaging element, image display device, and infrared sensor
Provided is a pigment dispersion liquid used in a curable composition capable of manufacturing a film having fewer foreign matters. Provided are a curable composition capable of manufacturing a film having fewer foreign matters, a film, a near infrared cut filter, a solid-state imaging element, an image display device, and an infrared sensor. The pigment dispersion liquid includes a near infrared absorbing organic pigment having an maximum absorption wavelength in a wavelength range of 600 to 1,200 nm; two or more kinds of pigment derivatives having different structures; and a solvent. |
| US11015073B2 |
Ink jet ink composition
An ink jet ink composition contains a disperse dye, and a compound represented by the following formula (1): In the formula, Ar1 and Ar2 each independently represent an aryl group; R1 and R2 each independently represent a chemical species selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, alkyl groups having a carbon number of 1 to 3, a sulfo group, —O—SO3H, a carboxy group, and a hydroxy group; and n's each independently represent an integer of 0 to 5. The content of the compound represented by formula (1) is 0.1% by mass to 20% by mass relative to the total mass of the ink jet ink composition. |
| US11015067B2 |
Slurry for flexible electrodes, and flexible electrode using same
According to one of various aspects of the present invention, a slurry for a flexible electrode contains a component (a) dispersed in an aqueous emulsion. The emulsion includes one or more polymer components selected from the group consisting of acrylic polymers, urethane polymers, fluorine polymers, urea polymers, chloroprene polymers, and butadiene polymers. The emulsion has a pH of 6.5 to 8.0. In the slurry, the total of the polymer component(s) and the component (a) is 20 to 30% by mass. Of the total of the polymer component(s) and the component (a) in the slurry, the polymer component(s) is 60 to 85% by mass, and the component (a) is 15 to 40% by mass. Component (a) is carbon black having a DBP absorption amount under uncompressed conditions of 150 to 300 mL/100 g and a BET specific surface area of 35 to 140 m2/g. |
| US11015063B2 |
Anti-icing coatings
An anti-icing coating can include an amphiphilic copolymer on a surface of an article. |
| US11015060B2 |
Polymer, molded body, foam, resin composition, and production method for polymer
Provided is a polymer having a sharp melting peak and allowing easy adjustment of the melting peak temperature. Specifically provided is a polymer having two or more kinds of constitutional units containing an alkyl group having 14 or more and 30 or less carbon atoms, wherein the proportions of the number of the two or more kinds of constitutional units containing an alkyl group having 14 or more and 30 or less carbon atoms are each 20% or more, with respect to 100% of the total number of all constitutional units containing an alkyl group having 14 or more and 30 or less carbon atoms. An enthalpy of fusion of the polymer observed within a temperature range of 10° C. or higher and lower than 60° C. in differential scanning calorimetry is 30 J/g or more. |
| US11015056B2 |
Polyarylene sulfide resin composition, molded article, and production methods
Provided are a polyarylene sulfide resin composition containing a polyarylene sulfide resin (A), an olefin wax (B) having one or more substituents selected from the group consisting of a carboxy group, a carboxylic anhydride group, and a hydroxy group in the range of 0.01 to 5 parts by mass relative to 100 parts by mass of the polyarylene sulfide resin (A), and one or more fatty acid metal salts (C) selected from the group consisting of fatty acid alkali metal salts and fatty acid alkali earth metal salts in the range of 0.01 to 5 parts by mass relative to 100 parts by mass of the polyarylene sulfide resin (A) as essential components, a molded article, a composite molded article with an epoxy resin cured product, and methods for producing the polyarylene sulfide resin composition, the molded article, and the composite molded article. |
| US11015055B2 |
Resin composition
A resin composition comprises (A) 100 parts by mass of a resin selected from the group consisting of polyamides, polylactic acids, and polyphenylene sulfides each having a melting point of 170° C. to 370° C., (B) 0.05 to 5.0 parts by mass of a triazine compound represented by the disclosed general formula (1), preferred examples of which are compounds of the formula: wherein RA, RB, RC, and RD, which may be the same or different, each represent a hydrogen atom or a C1-C4 alkyl group, (C) 0 to 3.0 parts by mass of at least one compound selected from the group consisting of 2,2′-methylenebis[6-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol], 2-[3-hydroxy-4-(4,6-diphenyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)phenoxy]ethyl 2-ethylhexanoate, and 2,4,6-tris(2-hydroxy-4-hexyloxy-3-methylphenyl)-1,3,5-triazine, and (D) 0 to 1.0 part by mass of a light stabilizer being particulate at room temperature (25° C.). The resin composition is useful for making molded articles having improved heat resistance and weatherability. |
| US11015054B2 |
Flame retardant polyamide composition
Flame retardant polyamide compositions comprise (A) a semi-crystalline semi-aromatic polyamide having a melting temperature (TmA) and having a number average molecular weight in the range between 7,500 and 30,000 g/mol; (B) a semi-crystalline aliphatic polyamide having a melting temperature (TmB); and having a number average molecular weight in the range between 7,500 and 50,000 g/mol; and (C) a halogen free flame retardant system comprising a metal salt of a phosphinic acid and/or a diphosphinic acid, wherein TmA is higher than TmB and weight ratio of (A):(B) is in the range between 50:50 and 75:25. Process for moulding the flame retardant polyamide composition, and moulded parts made of the flame retardant polyamide composition are also provided. |
| US11015053B2 |
Flame-retardant thermoplastic polyurethane
The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least one thermoplastic polyurethane TPU-1 based on an aliphatic diisocyanate, a thermoplastic polyurethane TPU-2 based on an aromatic diisocyanate, a melamine cyanurate, a first phosphorus-containing flame retardant (F1) selected from the group consisting of derivatives of phosphoric acid and derivatives of phosphonic acid and a further phosphorus-containing flame retardant (F2) selected from the group consisting of derivatives of phosphinic acid. The present invention further relates to the use of such compositions for production of cable sheaths. |
| US11015049B2 |
Vinyl chloride resin composition, vinyl chloride resin molded product, and laminate
A vinyl chloride resin composition with which the surface stickiness of a vinyl chloride resin molded product can be suppressed is provided. A vinyl chloride resin composition comprises: (a) a vinyl chloride resin; (b) a plasticizer; and (c) a modified silicone oil, wherein (c) the modified silicone oil is a modified silicone oil that is at least one of: hydrogen-modified; phenyl-modified; alkyl/aralkyl-modified; and fatty acid amide-modified. |
| US11015045B2 |
Resin composition, product comprising the same, and multilayer structure
A resin composition can be formed into a product excellent in coloration resistance even if being subjected to a melt-forming process and the like a plurality of times and hence frequently subjected to thermal history. A product formed from the resin composition, and a multilayer structure are also provided. The resin composition contains: (A) a saponified ethylene-vinyl ester copolymer; and (B) a sorbic acid ester; wherein the sorbic acid ester (B) is present in a proportion of 0.001 to 10 ppm based on the total weight of the saponified ethylene-vinyl ester copolymer (A) and the sorbic acid ester (B). |
| US11015043B2 |
Conductor jacket and process for producing same
The present disclosure provides a process. In an embodiment, the process includes blending a broad molecular weight distribution (MWD) ethylene-based polymer having an 121/12 ratio from 55 to 85 with a narrow MWD ethylene-based polymer having an 121/12 ratio from 20 to 50. The process includes forming a blend component comprising from 20 wt % to 45 wt % of the broad MWD ethylene-based polymer, from 80 wt % to 55 wt % of the narrow MWD ethylene-based polymer, and optional carbon black. The blend component has a density from 0.925 g/cc to 0.955 g/cc and an 121/12 ratio from 30 to 55. The process includes extruding the blend component over a conductor at a rate greater than 1.02 m/s, and forming a conductor jacket having a surface smoothness from 30 μ-inch to 80 μ-inch. |
| US11015041B2 |
Rubber blend, sulfur-crosslinkable rubber mixture, and vehicle tire
The invention relates to a sulfur-crosslinkable rubber mixture comprising a rubber blend composed of at least one solution-polymerized diene polymer A of high molecular weight and at least one solution-polymerized polymer B of low molecular weight, wherein at least one of polymers A and B has been functionalized at the chain end and/or along the polymer chain and/or at a coupling site with at least one group selected from epoxy groups, hydroxyl groups, carboxyl groups, silane sulfide groups, amino groups, siloxane groups, organosilicon groups, phthalocyanine groups and amino group-containing alkoxysilyl groups, and as filler at least one silica and/or at least one carbon black in an amount of 25 to 300 phr, wherein the ratio of carbon black to silica in the mixture is 100:0 to 3:97. |
| US11015037B2 |
Graphene manufacture
A method of manufacturing a graphene sheet comprising the steps of: providing a container containing liquid and a volume above the liquid; supplying carbon atoms to the volume; and allowing carbon atoms to settle on the surface of the liquid and to coalesce to form the graphene sheet. |
| US11015032B2 |
Photoactive polymer coatings
Photoactive polymer coatings and methods of making the same are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a polymer coating comprises a polymer matrix having a porous structure extending throughout the polymer matrix, wherein the porous structure is present at an exposed surface of the polymer coating creating a roughened surface, and a modified support particle disposed within the polymer matrix, wherein the modified support particle includes a substituted phthalocyanine and a support particle. In some embodiments, the substituted phthalocyanine is a halogenated phthalocyanine. |
| US11015029B2 |
Ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer composition pellets, and production method for ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer composition pellets
Ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer composition pellets comprise: an ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer, a conjugated polyene, and a predetermined amount of at least one fisheye-suppressing component; wherein pellet surface portions of the ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer composition pellets have a conjugated polyene content of not lower than 30 ppb based on the weight of the pellets. Such ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer composition pellets are capable of reliably suppressing occurrence of minute fisheyes having a diameter of 200 μm or smaller. |
| US11015021B2 |
Method for preparation of a polyester
Disclosed in the present invention is a preparation method for a polyester, relating to the technical field of organic catalysis and polymeric materials. The preparation method in the present invention comprises: (1) using pyridine and saccharin in a ratio of 1:1 to prepare pyridine saccharin salt in tetrahydrofuran at 60° C. and separating the pyridine saccharin salt out in methanol and hexane. (2) Freeing out a small amount of pyridine from the pyridine saccharin salt in a heating state, catalyzing by the pyridine saccharin salt and pyridine a cyclic lactone or a carbonate to be ring-opened and polymerized to form the polyester; and the system has no other compound residues. (3) In the presence of an alcohol initiator, catalyzing by the pyridine saccharin salt the cyclic lactone to be ring-opened and polymerized to obtain the polyester. The catalytic system can efficiently synthesize a specific polylactone. Compared with a method for synthesizing a polyester by the use of a metal-containing catalyst in the prior art, the system has wide application. Moreover, the system is advantageous of no metal residue, narrow molecular weight distribution and no chain transesterification, and therefore has great commercial application potential in bio-pharmaceutical field and microelectronic field. |
| US11015020B2 |
Epoxy resin, epoxy resin composition, epoxy resin cured product and composite material
An epoxy resin, comprising an epoxy compound, the epoxy compound comprising two or more structures represented by the following Formula (I) and at least one divalent biphenyl group: wherein, in Formula (I), each of R1 to R4 independently represents a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group having from 1 to 3 carbon atoms. |
| US11015018B2 |
Resin composition and method for manufacturing thermally conductive material
A method for manufacturing a thermally conductive material is provided, which includes mixing 1 part by mole of (a) aromatic epoxy resin monomer, 0.25 to 1 part by mole of (b) cycloaliphatic epoxy resin monomer, and 1 to 9 parts by mole of (c) aliphatic epoxy resin monomer to form a resin composition. The method also includes heating and curing the resin composition to form a thermally conductive material. |
| US11015017B2 |
Resin composition for encapsulating semiconductor, semiconductor device, and method for producing resin composition for encapsulating semiconductor
The resin composition for encapsulating semiconductor of the present invention is a resin composition for encapsulating semiconductor including an epoxy resin, a curing agent, an inorganic filler, and carbon black fine particles, in which when the resin composition for encapsulating semiconductor is injection-molded to have a length of 80 mm, a width of 10 mm and a thickness of 4 mm under conditions of a mold temperature of 175° C., an injection pressure of 10 MPa, and a curing time of 120 seconds, and then heated at 175° C. for 4 hours to obtain a cured product, and then a surface of the obtained cured product is observed with a fluorescence microscope, a maximum particle diameter of aggregates of the carbon black fine particles is 50 μm or less. |
| US11015016B2 |
Polymeric adhesive for anchoring compliant materials to another surface
Methods, compositions, and kits for adhering polymers and other materials to another material, and in particular to bone or bone-like structures or surfaces. A composition of matter includes a urethane dimethacrylate-methyl methacrylate copolymer with a plurality of first polymer regions based on urethane dimethacrylate and a plurality of second polymer regions based on methyl methacrylate. The method includes placing an orthopedic joint implant having an attachment surface in a joint space, applying a first non-urethane-containing precursor, a second urethane-containing precursor, and a initiator to the attachment surface; contacting the first and second precursors and the initiator with the joint surface; and copolymerizing the first and second precursors and forming an adhesive copolymer and attaching the implant to the joint. |
| US11015014B2 |
Automated contactless access device location system and method
A method is disclosed. The method includes receiving transaction data in an authorization request message from an access device, where the transaction data is associated with a merchant and a transaction location. The method also includes analyzing the transaction data to determine if a location database comprises location data corresponding to the merchant associated with the transaction data, and adding the transaction location and information regarding the access device to the location database. |
| US11015011B2 |
Method for producing maleimide block copolymer
An object of the present invention is to provide a method for producing a maleimide block copolymer having an acrylic monomer-derived structural unit. Provided is a method for producing a block copolymer having a polymer block (A) containing an acrylate-derived structural unit and a polymer block (B) containing an N-substituted maleimide ring structure and a methacrylate-derived structural unit, the method comprising a polymerization step in which a nitroxide polymer (A1) having a polymer block (A) and an organophosphorus unit-containing nitroxide structure at an end of the polymer block (A) and a monomer (B1) containing a methacrylate and an N-substituted maleimide are polymerized in the presence of a thiol compound (C1). |
| US11015005B2 |
Fluorocopolymers for coating applications
Disclosed are copolymers formed by copolymerization of: (1) one or more hydrofluoroolefin monomer(s) selected from the group consisting of hydrofluoroethylenes, hydrofluoropropenes, hydrofluorobutenes, hydrofluoropentenes and combinations of these, and preferably selected from 2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene, 1,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene, with said 1,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene preferably comprising, consisting essentially of or consisting of trans-1,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene, and combinations of these, and (2) one or more chlorofluoroethylene monomers, preferably chlorotrifluoroethylene (“CTFE”) monomers, wherein the mole ratio of monomer (1) to monomer (2) is preferably from about 30:1 to about 1:30. |
| US11015003B2 |
Jacket with improved properties
The present invention relates to a multimodal ethylene copolymer composition having a density of 920 to 949 kg/m3 and a flexural modulus, wherein said flexural modulus is following the equation: Flexural modulus [MPa]<21.35·density [kg/m3]−19585 [1]. The multimodal ethylene copolymer composition according to the invention can be used in a highly flexible cable jacket, preferably a power cable jacket. |
| US11014999B2 |
Systems and methods for processing fluoropolymer materials and related workpieces
A method for removing perfluorinated compounds from a fluoropolymer material is provided. The method includes the steps of: (a) providing the fluoropolymer material in a chamber; (b) providing an anaerobic environment in the chamber; and (c) providing a fluorination gas in the chamber, thereby exposing the fluoropolymer material to the fluorination gas. The method results in the removal the perfluorinated compounds from the fluoropolymer material. |
| US11014992B2 |
Chimeric small molecules for the recruitment of antibodies to cancer cells
The present invention relates to chimeric chemical compounds which are used to recruit antibodies to cancer cells, in particular, prostate cancer cells or metastasized prostate cancer cells. The compounds according to the present invention comprise an antibody binding terminus (ABT) moiety covalently bonded to a cell binding terminus (CBT) through a linker and optionally, a connector molecule. |
| US11014989B2 |
Anti-CLL1 specific single-chain chimeric antigen receptors (scCARs) for cancer immunotherapy
The present invention relates to Chimeric Antigen Receptors (CAR) that are recombinant chimeric proteins able to redirect immune cell specificity and reactivity toward CLL1 positive cells. The engineered immune cells endowed with such CARs are particularly suited for immunotherapy for treating cancer, in particular leukemia. |
| US11014985B2 |
Humanized and chimeric monoclonal antibodies to CD47
Humanized or chimeric anti-CD47 monoclonal antibodies are provided. The antibodies bind to and neutralize human CD47, and find use in various therapeutic methods. Preferred are non-activating antibodies. Embodiments of the invention include isolated antibodies and derivatives and fragments thereof, pharmaceutical formulations comprising one or more of the humanized or chimeric anti-CD47 monoclonal antibodies; and cell lines that produce these monoclonal antibodies. Also provided are amino acid sequences of the antibodies. |
| US11014984B2 |
Anti-CD47 antibodies and uses thereof
Provided are anti-CD47 antibodies and fragments thereof. The antibodies and fragments thereof specifically bind to the CD47 protein. Methods of using the antibodies or fragments thereof for treating and diagnosing diseases such as cancer and atherosclerosis are also provided. |
| US11014983B2 |
Anti-Tim-3 antibodies, compositions comprising anti-Tim-3 antibodies and methods of making and using anti-Tim-3 antibodies
Provided herein are antibodies that selectively bind to Tim-3 and its isoforms and homologs, and compositions comprising the antibodies. Also provided are methods of using the antibodies, such as therapeutic and diagnostic methods. |
| US11014979B2 |
Anti-AP2 antibodies and antigen binding agents to treat metabolic disorders
This invention is in the area of improved anti-aP2 antibodies and antigen binding agents, and compositions thereof, which target the lipid chaperone aP2/FABP4 (referred to as “aP2”) for use in treating disorders such as diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, fatty liver disease, and/or cancer, among others. In one aspect, improved treatments for aP2 mediated disorders are disclosed in which serum aP2 is targeted and the biological activity of aP2 is neutralized or modulated using low-binding affinity aP2 monoclonal antibodies, providing lower fasting blood glucose levels, improved systemic glucose metabolism, increased systemic insulin sensitivity, reduced fat mass, reduced liver steatosis, reduced cardiovascular disease and/or a reduced risk of developing cardiovascular disease. |
| US11014978B2 |
Canine antibody libraries
The present invention provides synthetic canine antibody libraries, as well as polypeptides, nucleic acids, vectors, host cells and methods used in conjunction with these libraries. The present invention also provides antibodies isolated from such libraries. |
| US11014971B2 |
Peptibodies, compositions thereof, and methods of treating atrial fibrillation
Described herein are peptibodies that can contain a TertiapinQ peptide, formulations thereof, and uses thereof. In some embodiments, the peptibody can include a first monomer and a second monomer, wherein each monomer can include an Fc polypeptide, a first TertiapinQ peptide, wherein the N-terminus of the first TertiapinQ peptide can be linked to the C-terminus of the Fc polypeptide via a first linker, and wherein the first monomer and the second monomer can be attached via a disulfide bridge between the Fc polypeptide of the first monomer and the Fc polypeptide of the second monomer. The compositions and formulations thereof can be used to treat atrial fibrillation. |
| US11014968B2 |
Cationic neurotoxins
Method for preventing or treating a condition or disease in a subject comprising administering to the subject an engineered clostridial toxin comprising at least one amino acid modification that increases the isoelectric point of the toxin to a value that is at least 0.2 pI units higher than the isoelectric point of an otherwise identical clostridial toxin lacking the modification. |
| US11014966B2 |
Compounds and therapeutics uses thereof
The invention relates to novel compounds with the ability to link an immune response to a pathogen, to the use of said compounds in a disease or disorder mediated and/or caused by an infective agent, to compositions containing said compounds, processes for their preparation and to novel intermediates used in said process. |
| US11014964B2 |
Peptide amide compound and preparation method and medical use thereof
The invention provides a peptide amide compound represented by the general general formula (I), a preparation method thereof, and a medical application thereof. The compound has a novel structure, better biological activity, and better analgesic effect. |
| US11014963B2 |
Trifluoromethylpropanamide derivatives as HTRA1 inhibitors
The invention provides novel compounds having the general formula (I) wherein R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R3, R8, R10, R11 and R23 are as described herein, compositions including the compounds and methods of using the compounds. |
| US11014959B2 |
Solvent system for solid phase peptide synthesis
A solvent system for solid phase peptide synthesis is disclosed that combines a morpholine-based compound and an alkoxybenzene-based compound to form a solvent that can be compatible with both polystyrene and/or PEG resins and that can produce purity yields at least comparable to conventional solvents such as DMF, DMA, and/or NMP. |
| US11014958B2 |
Fluorescent polymerase enzyme substrates having protein shields
Compositions, methods, and systems are provided for fluorescent polymerase enzyme substrates comprising protein shields for improving enzyme photostability in single molecule real time sequencing. Fluorescent polymerase enzyme substrates of the invention have a protein shield between the fluorescent dye moieties and nucleotide moieties of the polymerase enzyme substrate. The polymerase enzyme substrates have a nucleotide component and a dye component, each attached to a protein. The attachments can be covalent. The protein can, for example, prevent the direct interaction of the fluorescent dye moiety with the enzyme when carrying out nucleotide synthesis, preventing photodamage to the enzyme. The polymerase enzyme substrates of the invention can have multiple dyes and multiple nucleotide moieties. |
| US11014957B2 |
Methods of library construction for polynucleotide sequencing
Disclosed herein are methods and compositions for the detection of small RNAs in a sample. The methods and compositions disclosed herein may be used for preparing sequencing libraries of the small RNAs, fragments of RNAs and DNAs. |
| US11014955B2 |
Cyclic peroxides as prodrugs for selective delivery of agents
Disclosed herein, inter alia, are prodrug compositions and methods of using the same for treatment and detection of disease. Specifically, disclosed herein is a compound of formula (I) having spiro-fused 1,2,4-trioxolane and piperidine rings, namely, 1,2,4-trioxa-8-azaspiro[4.5] decane. Also disclosed is a pharmaceutical composition containing the compound and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. |
| US11014942B2 |
Preparation of a solid form of gadobenate dimeglumine
The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of a solid form of the gadobenate dimeglumine compound that comprises obtaining a solution of the said compound in a suitable solvent A wherein the amount by weight of the water optionally present in the solution is at most equal to or lower than the amount by weight of the gadobenate dimeglumine comprised in the solution and adding the obtained solution to an organic solvent B, acting as an appropriate antisolvent and favoring the formation of a solid form of the gadobenate dimeglumine that can be collected by filtration. |
| US11014941B2 |
Pyrrolopyrimidine derivatives useful as inhibitors of influenza virus replication
Methods of inhibiting the replication of influenza viruses in a biological sample or patient, of reducing the amount of influenza viruses in a biological sample or patient, and of treating influenza in a patient, comprises administering to said biological sample or patient a safe and effective amount of a compound represented by any of Formulas I-III, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. A pharmaceutical composition comprises a safe and effective amount of such a compound or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, adjuvant or vehicle. |
| US11014934B2 |
Antiseptic drug
The invention refers to the chemistry of organic heterocyclic compounds, namely the new quaternary ammonium salt containing a fragment of vitamin B6 derivative of formula I, showing antibacterial, antimycotic, antiviral and antiprotozoic properties. Compound can be used in medicine and veterinary medicine. The invention can be used in medicine and veterinary medicine. |
| US11014933B2 |
Non-peptide opioid receptor modulators
Non-peptide MOR opioid receptor modulators are provided. The compounds exhibit predominantly central activity and are used to treat e.g. substance use disorders, and pain. |
| US11014932B2 |
Troger's base-based monomers, and polymers, methods of making and uses thereof
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide compounds derived by Troger's amine as shown below, microporous structures, membranes, methods of making said compounds, structures, and membranes, methods of use for gas separation, and the like (Formula A1). |
| US11014929B2 |
Pyrazolopyrimidine compounds and uses thereof
Disclosed are compounds of Formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. Also provided are methods of using the compounds of Formula (I) for inhibiting HPK1 activity and pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds. The compounds are useful in treating, preventing or ameliorating diseases or disorders associated with HPK1 activity such as cancer. |
| US11014925B2 |
Co-crystals of 1-(4-fluoro-phenyl)-4-((6bR,1OaS)-3-methyl-2,3,6b,9,10,10a-hexahydro-1H,7H- pyrido[3′,4′:4,51_pyrrolo [1,2,3-delqcuinoxalin-8-yl)-butan-1-one with nicotinamide or isonicotinamide
The disclosure provides new, stable, pharmaceutically acceptable co-crystal forms of 1-(4-fluoro-phenyl)-4-((6bR, 10aS)-3-methyl-2,3,6b,9,10,10a-hexahydro-1H,7H-pyrido[3′,4′:4,5]pyrrolo[1,2,3-de]quinoxalin-8-yl)-butan-1-one, together with methods of making and using them, and pharmaceutical compositions comprising them. |
| US11014922B2 |
Cyclobutane- and azetidine-containing mono and spirocyclic compounds as αV integrin inhibitors
The present invention provides compounds of Formula (I): or stereoisomers, tautomers, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts or solvates thereof, wherein all the variables are as defined herein. These compounds are antagonists to αv-containing integrins. This invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds and methods of treating a disease, disorder, or condition associated with dysregulation of av-containing integrins, such as pathological fibrosis, transplant rejection, cancer, osteoporosis, and inflammatory disorders, by using the compounds and pharmaceutical compositions. |
| US11014921B2 |
Therapeutic compounds and methods of use thereof
The invention provides a compound of formula I: or a salt thereof, wherein R1, R2, and R3 have any of the values described in the specification, as well as compositions comprising a compound of formula I. The compounds are useful as immunomodulating agents. |
| US11014917B2 |
5-fluoro-c-(aryl or heterocyclyl)-glycoside derivatives useful as dual SGLT1 / SGLT2 modulators
The present invention is directed to 5-fluoro-C-(aryl or heterocyclyl)-glycoside derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in the treatment of disorders and conditions modulated by SGLT activity, more particularly dual SGLT1/2 activity. |
| US11014915B2 |
Selective estrogen receptor degrader
A selective estrogen receptor degrader (SERD), a compound 3-(3,5-difluorophenyl)-2-[4-[(E)-3-[3-(fluoromethyl)azetidin-1-yl]prop-1-enyl]phenyl]-4-methyl-2H-chromen-7-ol, and its S enantiomer, (2S)-3-(3,5-difluorophenyl)-2-[4-[(E)-3-[3-(fluoromethyl)azetidin-1-yl]prop-1-enyl]phenyl]-4-methyl-2H-chromen-7-ol, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. Also provided are processes for their preparation. Also provided for is the use of these compounds for the treatment of diseases which are related to modulation of estrogen receptors, such as ER-positive breast cancer. |
| US11014914B2 |
Opioid receptor (MOR) agonist salt, fumarate salt crystal form I thereof and preparation method thereof
Relating to an opioid receptor agonist (1S,4S)-4-ethoxy-N-(2-((R)-9-(pyridin-2-yl)-6-oxaspiro[4.5]deca-9-yl)ethyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalen-1-amine fumarate salt, a fumarate salt crystal form I thereof, and a preparation method and an application therefor. |
| US11014906B2 |
Quinoline-based compounds and methods of inhibiting CDK8/19
Disclosed herein are quinoline-based compounds and method for inhibiting CDK8 or CDK19 for the intervention in diseases, disorders, and conditions. The quinoline-based composition comprise substituents at quinoline ring positions 4 and 6, wherein the substituent at position 4 is selected from a substituted or unsubstituted arylalkylamine or a substituted or unsubstituted arylhetrocyclylamine. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising the substituted quinoline compositions, methods of inhibiting CDK8 or CDK19, and methods of treating CDK8/19-associated diseases, disorders, or conditions are also disclosed. |
| US11014897B1 |
Solid forms comprising a thiazolidinone compound, compositions and methods of use thereof
Provided herein are formulations, processes, solid forms and methods of use relating to (Z)-5-((Z)-3-chloro-4-((R)-2,3-dihydroxypropoxy)benzylidene)-2-(propylimino)-3-(o-tolyl)thiazolidin-4-one. |
| US11014896B2 |
TRPA1 and TRPV4 inhibitors and methods of using the same for organ-specific inflammation and itch
Provided are methods of treating and/or preventing dermatological disorders. Provided are methods of reducing skin inflammation, reducing pain, and/or reducing itch in a subject in need thereof. The methods may include administering to the subject an effective amount of a TRPA1 and/or TRPV4 inhibitor. Further provided are compositions including a TRPA1 and/or TRPV4 inhibitor compound in combination with a carrier, vehicle, or diluent that is suitable for topical application. |
| US11014892B2 |
5HT1F receptor agonists and mitochondrial biogenesis
Provided herein are compounds of the formula (I): as well as pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein the substituents are as those disclosed in the specification. These compounds, and the pharmaceutical compositions containing them, promote mitochondrial biogenesis and are useful for the treatment of, for example, acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease. |
| US11014887B2 |
Method of producing pentafluorosulfanyl aromatic compound
A method of producing a pentafluorosulfanyl aromatic compound is provided. A method of producing a pentafluorosulfanyl aromatic compound represented by general formula (3): Ar—(SF5)k (3) where Ar is a substituted or an unsubstituted aryl group or heteroaryl group, and k is an integer of 1 to 3; the method includes reacting IF5 with a halotetrafluorosulfanyl aromatic compound represented by general formula (2): Ar—(SF4Hal)k (2) where Ar and k are defined as above; and Hal is a Cl group, a Br group, or an I group. |
| US11014886B2 |
Method for preparing 2,2′-dipyridine and derivatives thereof
Disclosed is a method for preparing 2,2′-dipyridine and derivatives thereof. The method includes: using pyridine represented by formula I or a derivative thereof as a raw material to generate 2,2′-dipyridine represented by formula II by performing dehydrogenative coupling under the action of a supported catalyst in the presence of additives, where R is H, C1-C2 alkyl, Cl, or Br. The method of the present invention features wide adaptability to raw materials, high atomic utilization rate, high catalyst activity, long service life, and fewer by-products. |
| US11014883B2 |
Production of cyclic imides suitable for oxidation catalysis
Disclosed are novel processes for the production of cyclic imide compounds such as N-hydroxyphthalimide (NHPI). The processes may be particularly well-suited for commercial-scale production of cyclic imides such as NHPI. Such cyclic imide compounds are suitable for use as oxidation catalysts, and specifically may be used to oxidize cyclohexylbenzene to cyclohexyl-1-phenyl-1-hydroperoxide. Such an oxidation may be particularly useful in a process for the production of phenol and/or cyclohexanone from benzene via a process comprising hydroalkylation of benzene to cyclohexylbenzene, oxidation of the cyclohexylbenzene to cyclohexyl-1-phenyl-1-hydroperoxide, and cleavage of the cyclohexyl-1-phenyl-1-hydroperoxide to phenol and cyclohexanone. The cyclic imide production process may advantageously include water washing and reactant recovery steps to maximize purity and yield. |
| US11014881B2 |
Hepatitis B capsid assembly modulators
Described herein are hepatitis B capsid assembly modulators and pharmaceutical compositions comprising said compounds. The subject compounds and compositions are useful for the treatment of hepatitis B. |
| US11014880B2 |
Substituted cyclohexanes as muscarinic M1 receptor and/or M4 receptor agonists
This invention relates to compounds that are agonists of the muscarinic M1 receptor or M1 and M4 receptors and which are useful in the treatment of muscarinic M1 or M1/M4 receptor mediated diseases. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds and the therapeutic uses of the compounds. Compounds provided are of formula wherein Q4, Q5, R5, p, V, Q1, Q2, X1, X2 and W are defined herein. |
| US11014871B2 |
“Multi-target” compounds with inhibitory activity towards histone deacetylases and tubulin polymerisation, for use in the treatment of cancer
The present invention relates to the design of novel molecules, referred to as “multi-target” molecules, having a double pharmacophore and acting both as inhibitors of histone deacetylases (HDACs) and as inhibitors of tubulin polymerisation. The invention also describes the method for synthesising the “multi-target” molecules and their use in the treatment of cancer, a pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one “multi-target” molecule, and the use of such compositions in the treatment of cancer. |
| US11014868B2 |
Method for producing acetic acid
A method for producing acetic acid includes subjecting an acetic acid solution to an acetic anhydride decreasing treatment. The acetic acid solution is present typically in, or downstream from, a distillation column (5) of acetic acid production equipment (X), includes acetic acid in a concentration of 90 mass percent or more, acetic anhydride, and water, and is in such a state that an equilibrium concentration of acetic anhydride is higher than an acetic anhydride concentration. The acetic anhydride decreasing treatment includes at least one of water concentration increasing and temperature lowering so as to bring the acetic acid solution into such a state that the equilibrium concentration of acetic anhydride is lower than the acetic anhydride concentration. The acetic acid production method is suitable for yielding a high-purity acetic acid product. |
| US11014866B2 |
Synthesis and use of precursors for vapor deposition of tungsten containing thin films
Methods are provided for synthesizing W(IV) beta-diketonate precursors. Additionally, methods are provided for forming W containing thin films, such as WS2, WNx, WO3, and W via vapor deposition processes, such as atomic layer deposition (ALD) type processes and chemical vapor deposition (CVD) type processes. Methods are also provided for forming 2D materials containing W. |
| US11014861B1 |
Method for co-producing 2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene and trans-1,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene
Disclosed is a method for co-producing 2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene and trans-1,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene, comprising the following steps: preheating a mixture of 1,1,1,2,2-pentachloropropane and 1,1,1,3,3-pentachloropropane together with anhydrous hydrogen fluoride and simultaneously introducing into a first reactor to react in the presence of a catalyst La2O3—Cr2O3 to obtain a first reactor product; directly introducing the first reactor product into a second reactor without separation, and carrying out a catalytic fluorination reaction in the presence of a catalyst Ga2O3—Y2O3—Cr2O3 to obtain a second reactor product; and separating the second reactor product to obtain the products of 2,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene and trans-1,3,3,3-tetrafluoropropene. The invention has such advantages that the process is simple and less equipment investment is required; used catalysts have good activity, high selectivity and long total life; and the ratio of the two products can be flexibly adjusted according to market demands. |
| US11014857B2 |
Contact interface for a composite component and methods of fabrication
Composite components having structurally reinforced contact interfaces are provided. In one example, the component can include an inner laminate formed of one or more inner plies having reinforcement fibers oriented along a reference direction within a matrix material. The component can also include an interface laminated positioned on the inner laminate along at least a portion of a contact surface of the component. The interface laminate is formed of one or more interface plies having reinforcement fibers oriented along a direction offset from the reference direction within a matrix material. Methods for fabricating such components are also provided. |
| US11014856B2 |
Method for producing a composite part containing a ceramic matrix
A process for manufacturing a composite material part including a particulate reinforcement densified by a ceramic matrix, the process including: formation of a blank of the part to be manufactured by shaping a mixture including a binder, first ceramic or carbon particles intended to form the particulate reinforcement of the part and second ceramic or carbon particles distinct from the first particles, removal or pyrolysis of the binder present in the blank to obtain a porous preform of the part to be manufactured, and infiltration of the porosity of the preform by a molten composition including a metal in order to obtain the part. |
| US11014854B2 |
Ceramic radiation detector device and method
A ceramic lithium indium diselenide or like radiation detector device formed as a pressed material that exhibits scintillation properties substantially identical to a corresponding single crystal growth radiation detector device, exhibiting the intrinsic property of the chemical compound, with an acceptable decrease in light output, but at a markedly lower cost due to the time savings associated with pressing versus single crystal growth. |
| US11014853B2 |
Y2O3—ZrO2 erosion resistant material for chamber components in plasma environments
A chamber component for a processing chamber comprises a ceramic body consisting of a sintered ceramic material consisting essentially of one or more phase of Y2O3—ZrO2. The ceramic material consists essentially of 55-65 mol % Y2O3 and 35-45 mol % ZrO2. |
| US11014849B2 |
Systems and methods for ion exchanging glass articles
Disclosed herein are systems and methods for ion exchanging glass articles. Methods for ion exchanging glass articles include receiving processing instructions from one or more user input devices, loading a cassette containing a plurality of glass articles into a molten salt bath of one or more ion exchange stations automatically with a robotic lift based on the processing instructions, removing the cassette from the molten salt bath automatically with the robotic lift after a predetermined time based on the processing instructions, and rotating the cassette automatically to drain fluid of the molten salt bath from the cassette. |
| US11014848B2 |
Glass ceramic articles having improved properties and methods for making the same
A glass ceramic article including a lithium disilicate crystalline phase, a petalite crystalline phased, and a residual glass phase. The glass ceramic article has a warp (μm)<(3.65×10−9/μm×diagonal2) where diagonal is a diagonal measurement of the glass ceramic article in μm, a stress of less than 30 nm of retardation per mm of glass ceramic article thickness, a haze (%)<0.0994t +0.12 where t is the thickness of the glass ceramic article in mm, and an optical transmission (%)>0.91×10(2-0.03t) of electromagnetic radiation wavelengths from 450 nm to 800 nm, where t is the thickness of the glass ceramic article in mm. |
| US11014846B2 |
Scaling resistant ceramic glaze and functional overglaze for Q345 hot rolled alloy steel double sided enameling
A scaling resistant ceramic glaze and a functional overglaze for Q345 hot rolled alloy steel double sided enameling. The components and the weight percentage of each component of the ground glaze of the enamel are as follows: 3-6% of Al2O3, 60-70% of SiO2; 10-15% of B2O3, 10-15% of Na2O+K2O+Li2O, 3-6% of CaF2, 3-6% of ZrO2, 2-5% of CoO+NiO, 1-3% of BaMoO4+Sb2O3, 0.3-1.5 of WO3. The ground glaze is prepared by formulating chemical raw materials in a weight ratio converted by the described chemical composition, stirring thoroughly and mixing uniformly, melting same in a rotary furnace at 1200-1350° C., and then quenching the melt. The provided scaling resistant ceramic glaze and functional overglaze for Q345 hot rolled alloy steel double sided enameling can be applied to Q345 steel that contains C, P, S and the like which are considered harmful elements and contains a variety of common alloy elements. |
| US11014844B2 |
Sleeve for glass tube molding, and method for assembling sleeve for glass tube molding
This sleeve for glass tube molding is provided with: a sleeve shaft; a refractory tube into which the sleeve shaft is inserted in a coaxial manner; and a metal tip that is fixed to the tip of the sleeve shaft, and regulates movement of the refractory tube in the axial direction and towards the tip. The sleeve for glass tube molding is capable of ensuring the coaxiality of the metal tip and the refractory tube on the sleeve shaft. The metal tip comprises: an annular collar member that has a tapered outer circumferential surface of which the cross-sectional area gradually increases towards the tip of the sleeve shaft, and that is coaxially fitted to the tip of the sleeve shaft; and a main body member that has a tapered outer circumferential through-hole of which the cross-sectional area gradually increases towards the tip so as to conform to the outer circumferential surface of the collar member, and that is fitted to the collar member via the through-hole. |
| US11014843B2 |
Field remote sensing system for real-time quantification of total suspended solids (TSS) in surface waters from above-water spectral measurements
A portable remote sensing system for real-time assessments of total suspended solids (TSS) in surface waters using above-water hyperspectral measurements. The system combines a miniature high signal-to-noise ratio spectrometer coupled to a credit card-size computer, lens, rechargeable battery, GPS, display panel, and dedicated software to derive TSS from above-water spectral measurements. |
| US11014840B2 |
Process condensate water treatment
Methods of and systems for removing organic substance from condensate generated from an industrial evaporation process are provided. The condensate comprises water and the organic substance. The methods and systems provide solutions related to enthalpy recovery of industrial evaporation processes such as, for example, sugar cane juice evaporation processes, dairy evaporation processes, coffee processing evaporation processes, fruit juice evaporation processes, soup evaporation processes, and chemical industry evaporation processes. |
| US11014835B2 |
Method of measuring concentration of dissolved organic nitrogen in sewage
A method of measuring concentration of dissolved organic nitrogen in sewage. The method includes: filtering a sewage sample using a filter membrane; measuring the concentrations of total dissolved nitrogen (TDN), ammonia nitrogen (NH4+), and nitric nitrogen (NO3−) in the sewage sample, respectively designated as CTDN(I), CNH4+(I) and CNO3−(I); calculating the ratios of (CNH4+(I)+CNO3−(I))/CTDN(I) and CNO3−(I)/CNH4+(I), and according to the ratios, calculating the concentration of dissolved organic nitrogen (DON) in the sewage sample. |
| US11014832B2 |
Brine purification process
The present invention provides a method for reducing the concentration of aluminum and nickel cations in a brine comprising aluminum and nickel cations. The treated brine can be used as a feedstock to membrane cell chlor-alkali process. |
| US11014831B2 |
Water treatment
The present invention concerns a process for removing metal ions from waste water, which process comprises providing plant-derived anionic nanofibrillar cellulose, carrying out a purification treatment comprising sorption of positively charged metal ions contained in the waste water to said nanofibrillar cellulose, separating used plant-derived anionic nanofibrillar cellulose from the waste water, and recovering treated waste water. The invention also concerns use of plant-derived anionic nanofibrillar cellulose for removing metal ions from waste water. |
| US11014830B2 |
Sorbent compositions for the removal of boron from aqueous mediums
Sorbent compositions that include a base sorbent material having a high porosity and surface area and a boron-selective agent are particularly useful for the sequestration of boron from waste materials such as coal combustion residual leachate (CCRs). By using a boron-selective agent in conjunction with a high surface area base sorbent material such as activated carbon or biochar, a sorbent composition with a high capacity for sequestering boron at relatively low cost is provided. |
| US11014829B2 |
Quick response, transportable, stand-alone system for removing volatile compounds from contaminated fluid streams, and method of use thereof
The quick response system and method for removing volatile compounds from contaminated water disclosed herein may comprise, at least, a preconditioning stage, a stripping stage, a condenser stage, a refrigeration stage, and a scrubber stage. The present invention relates to a portable system and method that can be deployed on an emergency or quick response basis to purify aqueous streams containing volatile organic compounds (VOC) and chlorinated hydrocarbons, collectively volatile compounds (VC), emitted from petroleum and chemical processing facilities. The system allows manufacturing facilities having internal cleanup issues to become compliant with environmental standards and guidelines quickly. Once the issues in the petroleum facility are fixed, this method can be demobilized and removed from the site in a short period of time. |
| US11014828B2 |
Inflatable non-imaging solar concentrator based concentrating hybrid solar thermal and photovoltaic system powered water desalination system
An inflatable non-imaging solar concentrator based concentrating solar thermal and photovoltaic system powered water desalination system comprises a concentrating electricity and heat cogeneration subsystem, a battery storage subsystem, a thermal storage subsystem with electric heater, a thermal power regeneration subsystem, and a water distillation system with electric heater. The inflatable non-imaging solar concentrator makes the concentrating system substantially low cost, and the hybrid solar thermal and photovoltaic panels used to construct the cogeneration receiver make the system ultra-high efficient. The cogenerated thermal energy is stored in a thermal storage and the cogenerated electric energy is stored in a battery storage to heat the stored thermal energy to pre-set high temperature for thermal power regeneration. The thermal energy after thermal power generation is used to desalinize water with assistance of electric heater powered by the stored electricity. An extra conventional photovoltaic system is added to compensate the concentrating hybrid solar thermal and photovoltaic system. |
| US11014825B2 |
Method for producing potassium titanate
The present invention relates to a method for producing potassium titanate, and the present invention provides a method for producing potassium titanate which uses anatase-phased titanium dioxide to simplify the process by a hydrothermal method, and thus may improve economical efficiency and productivity, and in which the reaction temperature, the reaction time and the molar ratio of a precursor may be controlled to produce a high-purity potassium titanate whisker having a nano size of an uniform shape. |
| US11014823B2 |
Recovering a caustic solution via calcium carbonate crystal aggregates
Techniques for growing crystalline calcium carbonate solids such that the crystalline calcium carbonate solids include a volume of 0.0005 mm3 to 5 mm3, include a slaker to react quicklime (CaO) and a low carbonate content fluid to yield a slurry of primarily slaked lime (Ca(OH)2); a fluidized-bed reactive crystallizer that encloses a solid bed mass and includes an input for a slurry of primarily slaked lime, an input for an alkaline solution and carbonate, and an output for crystalline calcium carbonate solids that include particles and an alkaline carbonate solution; a dewatering apparatus that includes an input coupled to the crystallizer and an output to discharge a plurality of separate streams that each include a portion of the crystalline calcium carbonate solids and alkaline carbonate solution; and a seed transfer apparatus to deliver seed material into the crystallizer to maintain a consistent mass of seed material. |
| US11014817B2 |
Graphene metal nanoparticle-composite
The present disclosure relates to a method of preparing a graphene metal nanoparticle-composite, including: preparing graphene by applying a shearing force to a first solution containing a graphite-based material and thus exfoliating the graphite-based material; preparing metal nanoparticles by applying a shearing force to a second solution containing a metal precursor, a capping agent, and a reducing agent; and physically combining the metal nanoparticles on the graphene by applying a shearing force to a third solution containing the graphene and the metal nanoparticles, and a graphene metal nanoparticle-composite prepared according to the method. |
| US11014812B2 |
Process and plant for producing hydrogen by means of catalytic steam reformation of a hydrocarbonaceous feed gas
Plant and process for the generation of hydrogen from a hydrocarbonaceous feed gas and steam by means of catalytic steam reformation, wherein the heat of the synthesis gas and the flue gas is utilized for generating export steam from boiler feed water and process steam from the condensate separated from the synthesis gas, and wherein the gases expelled from the boiler feed water during its degasification and the vapors obtained during the depressurization of the elutriation waters of the steam boilers for the generation of export and process steam are used for preheating the fuel gas for operation of the burners of the steam reformer. |
| US11014810B1 |
Carbon capture, waste upgrade, and chemicals production using improved flexicoking
Systems and methods are provided for integrating a fluidized coking operation, a reverse osmosis operation, a coke gasification operation and/or processes for production of compounds from the synthesis gas generated during the coke gasification. Conventional FLEXICOKING™ processes may produce carbon dioxide emissions and low Joule Flexigas, as well as waste water containing metals and poor quality coke containing metals, which may be expensive to process, or may require sending to other facilities for further processing. The systems and methods described herein address these issues in an advantageous and economical manner, with improved carbon capture, waste upgrade and chemicals production, while providing high value ash (e.g., for recovery of metals such as vanadium, nickel, sodium, iron, and mixtures thereof) and upgraded coke streams. |
| US11014809B2 |
Transportation device equipped with fuel cell system
Provided is a transportation device which is capable of continuously travelling without being supplied with hydrogen from the outside. According to the present invention, a transportation device is provided with an ammonia storage means, a hydrogen production device, a fuel cell, a motor, a battery and a control unit. The hydrogen production device produces hydrogen by decomposing ammonia; and the fuel cell is supplied with hydrogen from the hydrogen production device and generates electric power. The motor operates by being supplied with some or all of the electric power generated by the fuel cell. The battery is supplied with some or all of the electric power generated by the fuel cell, and supplies electric power to the motor and the hydrogen production device. |
| US11014807B2 |
Method for producing a system including a first microelectromechanical element and a second microelectromechanical element, and a system
A method for producing a system, including a first microelectromechanical element and a second microelectromechanical element, including the following: providing, a substrate, having the first microelectromechanical element and the second microelectromechanical element, and a cap element, a getter material being situated on the substrate in a first region in a surrounding environment of the first microelectromechanical element and/or on the cap element in a first corresponding region; situating the cap element on the substrate using a wafer bonding technique so that a sealed first chamber is formed that contains the first microelectromechanical element and the first region and/or the first corresponding region, a sealed second chamber being formed that contains the second microelectromechanical element; producing an opening in the second chamber; and sealing the opening at a first ambient pressure, in particular a first gas pressure. |
| US11014801B2 |
Coupler for use in a closed transfer system
Embodiments of the invention provide a coupler for use in a closed transfer system configured to selectively engage a container seated in fluid communication with the coupler. The coupler has a body with a slot having an axial component, and an outlet. A probe extends from a first end portion to a second end portion and is at least partially received within the body, the probe is configured to be movable relative to the body between a first position and a second position to selectively control a flow of fluid through the outlet. A probe tip with a cylindrical bore is configured to engage the second end portion of the probe, and a handle is coupled to the probe and configured to interface with the slot. Axial movement of the handle along the slot moves the probe between the first position and the second position. |
| US11014797B2 |
Aseptic filling apparatus and method of decontaminating the same
In an aseptic filling apparatus, a CIP of the content filling station is performed after rotation of a wheel in the content filling station is stopped, a COP or SOP of the content filling station is performed while the wheel in the content filling station is rotating immediately after the CIP is completed, an SIP of the content filling station is performed with rotation of the wheel in the content filling station being stopped immediately after the COP or SOP is completed, and one or both of the COP and SOP of the other stations is performed in a predetermined order while wheels in the other stations are rotating in a period from the start of the CIP to the end of the SIP. |
| US11014791B2 |
Self-raising winch boom and control systems and methods associated therewith
A winch boom system and method includes a frame, a shaft supported by the frame, and a winch drum attached to the shaft such that rotation of the shaft about a shaft axis rotates the winch drum. A boom is pivotably coupled to the frame, the boom defining a cavity in which the winch drum is positioned. A winch rope is wound about the winch drum, passing through the cavity of the boom, and extending from the boom at a point distal from the winch drum. |
| US11014789B2 |
Construction machine
A construction machine, in particular in the form of a crane, cable excavator or similar, comprising an electronic control device for controlling and/or detecting operating parameters, in addition to at least one drive device for moving a functional element, especially a load take-up means. The functional element of the construction machine is guided in the desired direction by the exertion of manipulation forces on the functional element, or on a component fastened thereto, or the functional element is moved manually in a designated direction, this motion then being assisted by the drives of the construction machine. If the functional element is manually pressed or pulled in a designated direction and/or rotated, or if this is at least attempted, these motion attempts are detected and converted into a corresponding positioning motion of the construction machine. |
| US11014780B2 |
Elevator sensor calibration
According to an aspect, an elevator sensor calibration system includes one or more sensors operable to monitor an elevator system, an elevator sensor calibration device, and a computing system. The computing system includes a memory and a processor that collects a plurality of baseline sensor data from the one or more sensors during movement of an elevator component, collects a plurality of disturbance data from the one or more sensors while the elevator component is displaced responsive to contact with the elevator sensor calibration device during movement of the elevator component, and performs analytics model calibration to calibrate a trained model based on one or more response changes between the baseline sensor data and the disturbance data. |
| US11014762B1 |
Apparatus, systems and methods for weighing and distributing drill cuttings in an enclosed cuttings skip
A contaminated drill cuttings weighing and distributing apparatus includes a frame dimensioned to accept a cuttings skip. One or more vibration members are removably attached to the frame, the vibration members able to exert vibrations sufficient to substantially level contaminated drill cuttings in the contaminated cuttings skip. Load cells are placed in or on the frame and configured to send signals representative of local load on the frame to logic controllers that receive the signals from the load cells and send signals to the vibration members to vibrate the frame. Systems include lifting slings or chains and an enclosed skip. Methods of weighing and distributing contaminated drill cuttings in an enclosed cuttings skip. |
| US11014761B2 |
Conveyor condition monitor for a conveyor with linked trollies
A conveyor condition monitor, for use with a conveyor comprising a plurality of trollies (12) running along a conveyor rail (14) and linked to one another by a chain link system, is disclosed. The monitor comprises a conveyor monitoring station (3) and a first deformation sensor (5a, 5b). The deformation sensor (5b) is in communication with the conveyor monitor, and is adapted to notify the conveyor monitor of the presence of a deformed (13b) trolley (12) in the conveyor. |
| US11014760B2 |
Powered conveyor support arm and rotation drive wheel and control system
A conveyor support system has a primary arm and a secondary arm. The secondary arm has a generally vertical, rotatable shaft at its distal end. The vertical shaft supports pivoting of a conveyor system about the shaft. A powered wheel and tire assembly is mounted on the conveyor, under an intake end of the conveyor, and is oriented in a position to drive rotation of the conveyor about the vertical, rotatable shaft disposed at the distal end of the secondary arm. The primary arm is mounted to the agricultural machine and is configured to move the conveyor from its transport position to a position in which it can be rotated to its deployed position. |
| US11014758B2 |
Device and method for singulation of used beverage or food containers
A device for singulation of used beverage or food containers received in bulk into individual objects, including: a first receiving area arranged for simultaneously receiving and keeping a plurality of containers; a second receiving area positioned at a higher vertical level than the first receiving area, wherein the device further includes a transporting device comprising a container elevating member for transporting a container from the first receiving area to the second receiving area wherein the elevating member is attached to said transporting device, moves along and is locked to a circumferential path around a first axis upon activation of the transporting device, and the first axis is inclined at an angle of 1° to 45° relative the horizontal plane. |
| US11014756B2 |
Integrated conveyor motor
A conveyor system includes a conveyor assembly. The conveyor assembly includes a conveyor module, a power module, and a chassis supporting the conveyor module and the power module. The conveyor module includes a roller rotatable about an axis and a conveyor belt shiftable in response to rotation of the roller. The power module provides rotational power to the roller. The power module includes a power assembly and a drive configured to transmit rotational power to the roller from the power assembly. The power assembly includes a power source and a housing at least substantially surrounding the power source. The chassis integrally forms a portion of the housing. |
| US11014754B2 |
Spiral conveyor system for immersing items in a liquid
A spiral conveyor system including a tank for containing a liquid at a predetermined temperature therein. A conveyor conveys items through the liquid. A guiding structure is disposed in the tank for guiding the conveyor in a spiral-type fashion. The spiral conveyor system further comprises means for securing the items while being conveyed through the liquid. |
| US11014745B2 |
Picking system and picking method
The picking system according to the present invention for executing operation assistance corresponding to an operation target relating to physical distribution receives an order designating a specific article, retrieves a first storage position at which the specific article is stored from shelf stock information, generates operation instruction data relating to a specific operation target for instructing to move the specific article from the first storage position to a second storage position, refers to operation station information and accesses the first storage position, retrieves a specific operation station capable of performing the specific operation target, transmits the operation instruction data to a terminal of the specific operation station, and transmits, to a movement device, conveyance instruction data instructing to convey a conveyance rack to the specific operation station. |
| US11014743B2 |
Refuse bin with inflatable lift
A refuse bin includes a liner sealed to a container. An inflatable space is between the liner and the container, and an inlet to the inflatable space conducts a flow to inflate the inflatable space from a deflated state to an inflated state. In the deflated state, the liner lines a cavity for refuse in the container. In the inflated state, the liner extends above the open end of the container. The flow into the inlet pushes the inflatable space toward the inflated state causing the liner to lift the refuse. The refuse bin may further include a lid-lifting mechanism activation by inflation of the inflatable space or an insert that helps shape the liner in the inflated state. |
| US11014741B2 |
Closure arrangement for tank opening of agricultural machine
A closure assembly is disclosed for a work machine having a supply tank with a tank opening. The closure assembly has a lid and lift, actuator and latch mechanisms. When the closure assembly is attached to the tank, the lift mechanism is configured to support the lid off of the tank opening. The actuator mechanism mounts to the lid to move the lid with respect to the tank opening between first and second positions in which in the first position the lid overlies the tank opening and in the second position the lid is substantially clear of the tank opening. The latch mechanism may be moved into a latched orientation in which when the lid is in the first position the latch mechanism latches the lid into engagement with the tank opening. |
| US11014739B2 |
Cover assembly
A cover assembly is disclosed. The cover assembly may cover a gap between a first container and a second container. The cover assembly may have a first rigid element. The cover assembly may also have a second rigid element. Further, the cover assembly may have an elastic body. The elastic body may be positioned between the first rigid element and the second rigid element. The cover assembly may also have a bolt. The bolt may connect the first rigid element with the second rigid element. |
| US11014734B1 |
Marking paint applicator apparatus
A marking paint applicator apparatus is disclosed. The marking paint application may include an elongated support structure and a trigger mechanism, a receptacle for holding paint, and an actuating mechanism for selectively controlling release of the paint. |
| US11014731B2 |
Container with reinforced bottom
A container is provided. The container includes multiple sidewalls extending in a substantially vertical direction and a bottom wall. The bottom wall includes a central portion, a first curved portion and a second curved portion. The first curved portion includes a first radius of curvature with a first center of curvature located on a first side of the bottom wall of the container, while the second curved portion terminates at the sidewalls and include a second radius of curvature with a second center of curvature located on a second side of the bottom wall of the container. The container further includes multiple reinforcing ribs located on the second side, each of the reinforcing ribs having a minimum height proximate the first curved portion and a maximum height proximate the second curved portion. |
| US11014730B2 |
Method of making package with integrated handle on side gusset and a package thereof
A method (100) of making an integrated handle (304) on at least one side gusset (308) of a flexible package (300) is provided. The method (100) includes steps of sealing a handle patch (222) on at least one half width of the side gusset laminate (218). Further, the method (100) provides parallel openings on the handle patch (222) such that a centre line of the two parallel openings coincides with centre lines of each half of the side gusset laminate (218). A cover patch (226) is sealed over the handle patch (222) overlapping the edges of the handle patch (222) and simultaneously with the side gusset laminate (218) all around, such that a predefined area is left unsealed between the two parallel openings. The longitudinal edges of the side gusset laminate (218) are folded such that the handle patch (222) comes on the outer surface of the continuous open tube (242) being formed. The continuous open tube (242) is thereby used for manufacturing the flexible package (300). |
| US11014728B2 |
Sheet material container
A sheet material container (C) includes a containing portion (10a) that contains contents (96) and is formed of a layer sheet (120). The layer sheet (120) includes an inner sheet (123), an intermediate sheet (122) covering an outer side of the inner sheet (123), and an outer sheet (121) covering an outer side of the intermediate sheet (122), and is arranged on opposite sides with the containing portion (10a) between the opposite sides. At least parts of the outer sheet (121) and the intermediate sheet (122) include light transmitting portions (34a, 34b, 34c) that can transmit visible light. The inner sheet (123) or the contents (96) can be visually recognized through the light transmitting portions (34a, 34b, 34c) from outside the sheet material container (C). |
| US11014727B2 |
Carrier for containers
A carrier for holding a plurality of containers includes a plurality of panels, the plurality of panels includes at least one central panel and at least one attachment panel for receiving a portion of one or more containers of the plurality of containers. The at least one central panel is for being positioned between adjacent containers of the plurality of containers, and the at least one attachment panel is foldably connected to the at least one central panel. The at least one attachment panel is positionable between a first position, in which the at least one attachment panel overlies and receives a portion of one or more of the containers, and a second position, in which the at least one attachment panel is folded relative to the at least one central panel and in an upright position to form a handle for carrying the carrier. |
| US11014724B2 |
Layer pad
A layer pad (10) comprises a substantially flat sheet (12) having first and second opposite substantially planar faces (14, 16). The layer pad (10) further includes at least one raised formation (18) on at least one of the faces (14, 16). |
| US11014723B2 |
Container and/or container lid with recordable audio player
A lid including one or more messages relating to a product is provided. The lid can store and play one or more audio messages on an audio device attached thereto. The audio messages can be recorded onto the audio device, loaded onto the audio device at a point of sale, and/or pre-loaded on the audio device at a factory. The lid can also include one or more visual and/or surface texture indicia corresponding to the product, such as the product name, color(s) uniquely corresponding to the product, and/or the like. |
| US11014718B2 |
Flexible ball valve for liquid metering and dispensing
The present disclosure relates to a plastic valve and method for forming a plastic valve comprising an exterior base layer, an interior bubble layer and an exterior channel layer, wherein a flow channel is formed between the bubble layer and the channel layer. In a first aspect of the disclosure, a rigid or semi-rigid spherical ball travels between first and second ends of a channel molded into the bubble layer, thereby moving between a closed configuration and an open configuration. In a second aspect of the disclosure, a bubble is formed between the bubble layer and the base layer of plastic film, and includes a static planar footprint and a pre-tension height. The channel layer is applied to the bubble layer under tension to form a channel. Applying the channel layer decreases a height of the bubble from the pre-tension height to a post-tension height and increases an internal pressure of the bubble. |
| US11014715B2 |
Safety cap spout
The present invention relates to a spout for a pouch-type container in which a cap is coupled to a body fused to a pouch-type container body in a one-touch manner, and more particularly, to a spout which is applied to a safety cap and allows to accurately cut the guarantee seal and expose a cut-off state to an outside of an outer cap upon opening of the safety cap so as to achieve accurate opening and easy recognition, in which a guarantee seal is coupled to a latching protrusion of the body such that the latching protrusion is positioned on the guarantee seal and selectively latched to a plurality of latching grooves formed in the guarantee seal. |
| US11014714B1 |
Press and turn fastener
The system and method for a press and turn fastener having a plurality of mated thread sets where their symmetrical configuration is used in a fastening application to attach a male and female component. It is understood that this press and turn fastening system is useful for several applications including, but not limited to, pressurized and non-pressurized containers; mechanical, and electrical connections (e.g., light bulbs). The press and turn fastener requires only a fraction of a turn to be secured. In some cases, the press and turn faster also includes at least one locking feature, at least one stop, or both. |
| US11014712B2 |
Polymeric films and bags
The present invention is directed to a method of incrementally stretching polymeric film formed from a blown film extrusion process. The present invention is further directed to a polymeric bag formed from an incrementally stretched polymeric film. The incremental stretching is performed on a collapsed polymeric bubble via a pair of intermeshing rollers. The incrementally stretched polymeric film may be stretched only along a portion of its width. The polymeric bag may be a drawstring trash bag with an extended hem where only the extended hem of the bag or the body of the bag comprises incrementally stretched polymeric film. |
| US11014708B1 |
Product transportation system
The present invention provides a system for transporting products including a pallet consisting of a deck having an upper surface and a pattern of recesses formed in the upper surface including sets of recesses deployed for receiving a footprint of a layer of crates. A stacking element for deploying on the upper edges of the layer of crates consisting of a board including a surface, and a pattern of recesses formed in the surface including sets of recesses for receiving the upper edges of the layer crates. |
| US11014705B2 |
Collapsible container and a method of making a collapsible container
A collapsible container (100) has an unfolded configuration for use of the container and a folded configuration for storage of the container. The container 100 comprises a plurality of panels arranged to form a base (104a); a first side wall (104h) pivotally connected to a first edge of the base (104a) by a first flexible hinge member (108); a second side wall (104b) pivotally connected to a second edge of the base (104a) by a second flexible hinge member (108), the second edge of the base being adjacent to the first edge of the base. In the folded configuration, the first side wall (104h) lies between the base (104a) and the second side wall (104b) and the second flexible hinge member (108) is longer than the first flexible hinge member (108) so as to accommodate the first side wall (104h) between the base (104a) and the second side wall (104b). |
| US11014695B2 |
High-speed container filling with reduced cross-contamination
A medical dispensing system with dispensing and pathway components, each of which includes a plurality of dispensers and pathways, respectively. The dispensing and pathway components are controlled to minimize contamination between the items being dispensed. Both the dispensing and pathway components have arcs around which the dispensers and pathways are arranged. |
| US11014691B2 |
Nose structure for an aircraft and method of making an aircraft
A method of making an aircraft includes steps of: assembling a subfloor assembly, including a panel support and plurality of transport elements; coupling a wheel well assembly to an airframe of the aircraft to form a nose landing gear bay of the aircraft; forming a pressure boundary delimiting a pressurized space and a non-pressurized space with the wheel well assembly and the airframe; coupling the subfloor assembly to the wheel well assembly, in the pressurized space, to form a portion of a floor of the aircraft so that the plurality of transport elements is located between the panel support and the wheel well assembly; and coupling the plurality of transport elements to at least one high-level system of the aircraft. |
| US11014689B2 |
Command interpreter or command parser based control architecture for aircraft control, interface units and/or illuminated pushbutton switches
An aircraft control or interface unit with a programmable controller includes an isolated, non-volatile command memory containing the complete, fixed set of non-compiled, text-format commands used for every application programmed into an instance of the aircraft control or interface unit. A command interpreter automatically and sequentially interprets and executes the command set in a continuous loop, where the command set encompasses all commands necessary for the ability to activate, implement and disable all available input, output and processing capabilities within the hardware configuration of the aircraft control or interface unit. A command parser that process and stores the entire command set into executable commands for automatic and sequential execution in a continuous loop, where the command set encompasses all commands necessary for the ability to activate, implement and disable all available input, output and processing capabilities within the hardware configuration of the aircraft control or interface unit. |
| US11014687B2 |
Aircraft tailcone incorporating an APU annular air intake
An aircraft tailcone comprising a tailcone fuselage, a turbomachine, for example an APU, housed inside the tailcone, a ram air intake on the tailcone fuselage for the ingestion of ram air towards the interior of the turbomachine compartment, an inlet flap operable reciprocately from an open position in which ingestion of ram air is allowed, and a closed position in which ram air ingestion is prevented. The ram air intake extends annularly along a perimeter of the tailcone fuselage, and the inlet flap is configured such in its closed position that a surface of the inlet flap is substantially flush with the tailcone fuselage. |
| US11014686B2 |
Dynamic power demand allocation on redundant power buses
A redundant, load-sharing system and method for distributing electrical power to components in a vehicle. The system including a source of power, multiple power distribution buses, a plurality of switching devices and at least two channel controllers. The system being configured to isolate the components and power sources that are determined to be electrically noisy from the components and the power sources that are sensitive to electric noise. Each of the components may be assigned a priority based on the criticality of the component to the operation of the vehicle. In the event of at least a partial loss of power in one or more of the power distribution buses, the switching devices disconnect the components from the effected power distribution buses in reverse order of the assigned priority. |
| US11014685B2 |
Release mechanism
A toggle release mechanism comprises a platform, a toggle element comprising one or more rolling or sliding elements configured to move along a track between a first, locking position and a second, release position, and a solenoid configured to move the one or more rolling or sliding elements along the track between the first, locking position and the second, release position. |
| US11014677B2 |
Reverse bootstrap air cycle machine
Disclosed is a cooling circuit for cooling a heat load in an aircraft system, having: a compressor; a turbine connected to the compressor by a shaft, the turbine configured to drive the compressor via the shaft when RAM air pressure into a turbine inlet is above a first threshold; and a motor connected to the shaft configured to drive the compressor when RAM air pressure at the turbine inlet is below the first threshold to cause the compressor to draw air into the turbine inlet, through the turbine, a heat exchanger in fluid communication with the heat load, the compressor, and out of a compressor outlet. |
| US11014669B2 |
Six degree of freedom aerial vehicle having pivoting wing sections
Systems and methods to improve stability and control of an aerial vehicle are described. For an aerial vehicle having a ring wing around a fuselage and a plurality of propulsion mechanisms, one or more sections of the ring wing may be pivotable to reduce vibrations and forces transferred to the aerial vehicle, and to prevent stall and minimize turbulence experienced by the aerial vehicle. The pivotable sections of the ring wing may be freely pivotable, may include locking elements to prevent or allow pivoting, may include bias elements or dampening elements to partially control the free pivoting, or may include actuators to effect desired pivoting. |
| US11014668B2 |
Agricultural unmanned aerial vehicle
An agricultural unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) includes a fuselage, a flight power apparatus, a plurality of spray nozzles, a plurality of water pumps, and a controller. The flight power apparatus is mounted at the fuselage. The plurality of spray nozzles are installed below the flight power apparatus. The plurality of water pumps are connected to the plurality of spray nozzles and configured to deliver liquid to the spray nozzles. The controller is electrically coupled to the plurality of water pumps, and configured to selectively control one or more of the plurality of water pumps to pump the liquid to one or more of the spray nozzles connected to the one or more of the water pumps. |
| US11014665B2 |
Unmanned aerial vehicle-based external wall spray printing system and spraying method thereof
A UAV-based external wall spray printing system and a spraying method thereof, wherein a spray nozzle is disposed on the UAV. The method comprises: A. controlling a UAV to fly along edges of an external wall, and measure an area to be sprayed; B. calculating a spray trajectory for a pattern, before acquiring various positioning coordinates, establishing corresponding relationships between the coordinates and spray feature data; C. controlling the UAV to fly to positions of the area according to the respective coordinates of the spray trajectory, and calling the corresponding spray feature data to control the nozzle to spray a coating material, thus completing spraying the pattern. The spray printing system and method can rapidly spray and print an advertisement on a wall by using a UAV, thereby reducing the labor intensity and construction difficulty for construction workers. |
| US11014658B1 |
Driveline architecture for rotorcraft featuring active response actuators
A rotorcraft is provided which includes a rotor hub, a rotatable universal joint which tilts said rotor hub, and a plurality of servo drives which rotate the universal joint. The plurality of servo drives preferably includes four servomotors coupled together in a velocity summing arrangement to produce a single motion output. |
| US11014656B2 |
Zero-fastener flushmount balance weight system preserving rotor-blade tip with integral tuning weight retention feature
The present invention includes a balancing system that includes a weight box, mounted substantially within the rotor-blade spar, flush with a rotor-blade spar outer surface, operably accessible from a rotor-blade tip, and retained within the rotor-blade spar by a weight-box retention pin, one or more weight-box contact surfaces bonded to a rotor-blade-spar inner surface, or a weight-box lip providing a bearing contact with an edge of a spar rotor-blade spar cutout; and a weight package attached to the weight box, the weight package including a weight-box cover, two or more weight guide-rods attached to the weight-box cover, wherein one of the two or more weight guide-rods is positioned forward of a pitch change axis or center of twist and wherein one of the two weight guide-rods is positioned aft of the pitch change axis or center of twist, and one or more balance weights mounted on the weight guide-rods. |
| US11014655B2 |
Autorotative enhancement system
A system and method for providing supplemental power includes: a motor-generator or a hydraulic pump-motor configured to attach to a transmission of an engine, a controller connected to the motor-generator or the hydraulic pump-motor, and a battery system or a hydraulic accumulator coupled to the motor-generator or the hydraulic pump-motor, respectively. During normal operation of the engine, the engine drives the transmission to rotate rotor blades connected to the transmission, and the motor-generator or the hydraulic pump-motor draws an energy from the transmission and store the energy in the battery system or the hydraulic accumulator, respectively. Upon a manual and/or an automatic control by the controller, the battery system or the hydraulic accumulator discharges the energy to the motor-generator or the hydraulic pump-motor, respectively, and the motor-generator or the hydraulic pump-motor provides the supplemental power to drive the transmission to rotate the rotor blades. |
| US11014650B2 |
Moving body, moving body control system, moving body control method, interface device, and recording medium having program recorded thereon
A first moving body has: a first control information generation unit for generating first control information for causing the first moving body to operate by itself; a state acquisition unit for acquiring states of the first moving body and a second moving body; a second control information generation unit for generating, on the basis of the acquired states, second control information for causing the first moving body and the second moving body to operate in a coordinated manner; a third control information generation unit for generating third control information from the first control information and the second control information; and an operation control unit for controlling operation of the first moving body in accordance with the third control information. |
| US11014649B2 |
Methods and systems for deploying adjacent trailing edge flaps
Systems and methods for deploying adjacent trailing edge flaps that are part of different flap assemblies of different stiffnesses are disclosed. An exemplary method comprises: deploying a first flap of a first flap assembly having a first stiffness by a first deployment amount and deploying a second flap adjacent the first flap by a second deployment amount where the deployment amount of the first flap part of the flap assembly of lower stiffness is greater than the second deployment amount of the second flap part of the flap assembly of higher stiffness. The difference in deployment amounts may be adapted to improve continuity between the first flap and the second flap when the first and second flaps are deployed and subjected to an aerodynamic load. |
| US11014647B2 |
Locking mechanism, propeller, motor, propulsion system assembly, and aircraft
A propulsion system assembly includes a propeller and a motor configured to drive the propeller to rotate. The propeller includes one of a first body and a second body. The motor comprises the other one of the first body and the second body. The propulsion system assembly also includes a locking mechanism configured to detachably connecting the first body and the second body. The locking mechanism includes a locking member and a position limiting lock catch. The locking member is configured to lock the first body and the second body. The locking member includes locking parts located at at least two sides of the locking member. When the locking parts of the locking member rotate to a locking position, the position limiting lock catch is mounted to a side of the locking parts, to restrain the locking member from rotating relative to the first body. |
| US11014646B2 |
Aerodynamic brake system and method
An aerodynamic brake includes a rigid panel having a panel leading edge portion and a panel trailing edge portion. The panel trailing edge portion is pivotably coupled to a vehicle body. The aerodynamic brake also includes a flexible sheet having a sheet lower edge portion coupled to the vehicle body, and a sheet upper edge portion coupled to the panel leading edge portion. The aerodynamic brake further includes a panel actuator configured to pivot the rigid panel between a stowed position and a deployed position. In the stowed position, the rigid panel is located proximate the vehicle body and covers the flexible sheet in a folded state. In the deployed position, the panel leading edge portion is pivoted away from the vehicle body and the flexible sheet is in an open state exposable to an oncoming airflow for generating aerodynamic drag for slowing the vehicle. |
| US11014639B2 |
Marine salvage drill assemblies and systems
A drilling system configured to install a tap assembly into a ship skin is disclosed. The drilling system comprises a remotely-operated underwater vehicle and a drilling assembly configured to be operated by the remotely-operated underwater vehicle. The drilling assembly comprises a frame comprising an attachment element configured to hold the drilling assembly to a surface of the ship skin. The drilling assembly further comprises a drill actuation system comprising a linear actuator attached to the frame and a rotary actuator, wherein an actuation of the linear actuator is configured to move the rotary actuator relative to the frame to install the tap assembly into the ship skin by driving the tap assembly with the rotary actuator and the linear actuator. |
| US11014638B1 |
Wakeboat hull control systems and methods
A wakeboat includes a hull; a thruster associated with the hull of the wakeboat, the thruster configured to selectively impart lateral force to the hull; an operator control in the wakeboat configured to control a parameter of the wakeboat other than the thruster; a thruster control associated with the operator control, the thruster control selectively receiving input from the operator to control the thruster, the thruster control positioned to be operable with at least the same hand and/or fingers already operating the operator control. Other systems and methods for controlling a wakeboat are also provided. |
| US11014637B2 |
Motion-attenuated semi-submersible floating-type foundation for supporting a wind power generation system
Provided is a semi-submersible floating foundation for supporting a wind power generation system. In one embodiment, the floating foundation includes a plurality of outer buoyant columns equidistantly spaced around a center buoyant column that are connected by buoyant structural pontoons. The center buoyant column supports a horizontal axis wind turbine (HAWT) or a vertical axis wind turbine (VAWT) energy system. The floating foundation includes motion attenuating extensions with or without porosity attached to the sides of the pontoons. Deepwater station-keeping system of the floating foundation includes a plurality of disconnectable and reconnectable taut or semi-taut mooring lines coupling one or more outer buoyant columns to seabed anchors. Inter-array power cable between a plurality of floating foundations may be free hanging or supported by buoyant modules. Export power cable from a floating foundation to seabed toward shore may be free hanging or supported by buoyant modules. |
| US11014634B2 |
Hydraulic power sources for watercraft and methods for providing hydraulic power aboard a watercraft
The present disclosure provides hydraulic power sources for watercraft. Example power sources can include: a watercraft having an engine; a variable ratio drive assembly operably engaged with the engine; a hydraulic pump operably engaged with the variable ratio drive assembly; and a hydraulic motor powered by the hydraulic pump. The present disclosure also provides methods for providing hydraulic power aboard a watercraft. Example methods can include: using an engine of the watercraft to drive a variable ratio drive assembly; using the variable ratio drive assembly to drive a hydraulic pump; using the hydraulic pump to power a hydraulic motor; and using the hydraulic motor to drive a load. |
| US11014632B2 |
Apparatuses, systems, and methods for aquatic transportation, storage, and distribution
An aquatic transportation, storage, and distribution system, including one or more storage containers and a guide structure. The storage container is capable of retaining one or more items therein and is configured to selectively vary the buoyancy thereof to urge the storage container to float up or sink down within an aquatic environment. The guide structure is supported at least partially within the aquatic environment and includes at least one non-horizontal segment. The storage container is configured to interact with the at least one segment as the storage container is urged to float up or sink within the aquatic environment such that the storage container is moved along the guide structure and is routed to a specified extraction point for retrieval from the aquatic environment. |
| US11014627B2 |
Pedal cycle drivetrain and a human powered vehicle
A pedal cycle drivetrain (1) comprising: an epicyclic gear train (3) comprising: a sun gear (11) rotatable around a main axis; a planet carrier (13) rotatable around the main axis and carrying one or more planet gears (15) meshed with the sun gear (11); and an annulus (17) rotatable around the main axis and meshed with the one or more planet gears (15). The sun gear (11), the planet carrier (13), and the annulus (17) are each exclusively in direct drive with one of: an input (5) including one or more pedals; an output (7) including a wheel hub (8) rotatable around the main axis; and a first electric motor (19). Varying angular velocity of the first electric motor (19) corresponds to a varying effective transmission ratio between the input (5) and the output (7). An example application for the pedal cycle drivetrain (1) is use as a transmission in a human powered vehicle (100, 200, 400) such as a unicycle, a recumbent bicycle, or a tricycle. |
| US11014624B2 |
Integrated hand guard system
Integrated Hand Guard System for vehicles utilizing handlebars for steering, consisting of; hand/controls guards (guards), integral/stowable mirror assembly, damper mount, display guard and integral electrical accessory mounting provisions. |
| US11014616B2 |
Holding structure for holding a mounted part on a floor panel
A holding structure for holding a mounted part on a floor panel includes: a floor panel that extends in a vehicle front-rear direction and in a vehicle width direction, the floor panel including an adhesion surface that is joined via an adhesive agent to a first portion of a body, and an anchoring portion that protrudes from a surface on an opposite side from the adhesion surface; a mounted part that is anchored to the anchoring portion; and a connecting component comprising a first portion that is fixed to the mounted part, and a second portion that is fixed to a second portion of the body. |
| US11014615B1 |
Fender skirt for vehicle
A fender skirt for a vehicle includes an inner member having at least one mounting lug extending therefrom. An outer member mounted to the inner member defines an arcuate upper edge having a curvature that substantially matches a curvature of at least a first upper portion of a wheel opening in the vehicle. The outer member also defines an arched lower edge. |
| US11014614B2 |
Body structure of automobile
A body structure of an automobile is provided in which a body floor includes a floor panel having a bulge portion bulging upward formed on the rear part on opposite side parts in the vehicle width direction, and a side member disposed in the fore-and-aft direction along the upper face on opposite side parts in the vehicle width direction of the floor panel and having integrally formed therewith the rear pillar rising upward from the upper face of the bulge portion. Due to the mounting structure of a rear side frame and the roof side rail support member, it is possible to enhance the strength and stiffness of the rear part of the body floor made of CFRP by the bulge portion and the rear pillar and to strongly mount the rear side frame and the roof side rail support member on the rear part of the body floor. |
| US11014613B2 |
Side body vehicle structure
A side body vehicle structure is disclosed that has a pair of left and right side sills and opposite swing type side doors. The side sills may have an upper flange portion facing the rear door in the vehicle width direction which functions as a rear door facing part, and the upper flange portion of a more forward part of the vehicle than the rear door facing part may function as a front door facing part. The rear door facing part may be formed in a shape having a length in the vehicle vertical direction longer than a length in a vehicle vertical direction of the front door facing part. In a vertical cross section along the vehicle width direction, a gusset member may form a closed cross section with the side sill inner member, and an upper end thereof may be joined to the rear door facing part. |
| US11014607B2 |
Steering system for a vehicle
A steering system for a vehicle is provided. The steering system has a handlebar assembly and a steering column assembly connected to the handlebar assembly. The handlebar assembly includes a first conical surface and a first angular position limiter. The steering column assembly includes a second conical surface mated with the first conical surface, and a second angular position limiter configured to engage the first angular position limiter to limit an angular position of the handlebar assembly relative to the steering column assembly about a steering axis of the steering system. A compression element engages the handlebar assembly and the steering column assembly to compress the first and second conical surfaces against one another in order to fix the handlebar assembly to the steering column assembly. A plurality of linkages is configured to operatively connect the steering column assembly to at least one ground-engaging member of the vehicle. |
| US11014605B2 |
Hydraulic steering device
A hydraulic steering device hydraulically connects a steering cylinder to a supply system, wherein the supply system can be operatively connected hydraulically to the steering cylinder via a steering valve in order to configure a main flow connection, and the supply system can be operatively connected hydraulically to the steering cylinder via a flow control valve arrangement in order to configure an auxiliary flow connection which bypasses the main flow direction. |
| US11014603B2 |
Vehicle control apparatus
An ECU of a vehicle controls a motor on the vehicle. The ECU includes a microcomputer and a monitoring circuit. The monitoring circuit includes a rotation detection circuit that detects the number of rotations of the motor at a preset sampling interval, a control circuit including a logic circuit that controls an operation of the rotation detection circuit, and an inspection circuit that inspects of the control circuit. The microcomputer is started upon start of vehicle power supply and performs a specific process using the number of rotations of the motor detected by the rotation detection circuit. The inspection circuit performs the inspection of the control circuit in the monitoring circuit in a period in which the microcomputer is kept in a reset state after the vehicle power supply is turned on and which is within a sampling interval of the rotation detection circuit in the monitoring circuit. |
| US11014600B2 |
Leaning vehicle
A leaning vehicle includes a body frame, a steered wheel and a non-steered wheel, a motor, a left-right-tilt-angle-detection-section, and a control device that controls the motor to apply a steering force to the steered wheel. The steering force steers the steered wheel to turn the leaning vehicle rightward in a case where the body frame tilts rightward, and steers the steered wheel to turn the leaning vehicle leftward in a case where the body frame tilts leftward. Alternatively, the steering force steers the steered wheel to turn the leaning vehicle leftward in the case where the body frame tilts rightward, and steers the steered wheel to turn the leaning vehicle rightward in the case where the body frame tilts leftward. |
| US11014599B2 |
Adjustable steering column for a motor vehicle, comprising an energy absorption device
An adjustable steering column includes an actuating unit for rotatably mounting a steering shaft, a carrying unit in which the actuating unit is mounted so as to be axially displaceable via a motorized longitudinal adjustment drive, a transmission device coupled to the actuating unit and to the longitudinal adjustment drive, an energy absorption apparatus for absorbing energy when the actuating unit moves relative to the transmission device, and a coupling device connected to the actuating unit and to the transmission device. The coupling device may be disconnected from the actuating unit and/or the transmission device in a crash event, allowing movement between the actuating unit and the transmission device. The coupling device may have a pin-shaped holding element that protrudes into a slot. A blocking element may block movement of the holding element in the slot, and in a crash event permit movement of the holding element in the slot. |
| US11014598B2 |
Steering column comprising an energy absorption device for a motor vehicle
A steering column may include an outer casing unit in which an inner casing tube that rotatably mounts a steering shaft is received such that the inner casing tube is displaceable and fixable in an axial direction. An energy absorption device operatively disposed between the casing tube and the casing unit may absorb at least some energy in a crash event where the casing tube is telescopically displaced relative to the casing unit. The energy absorption device may include a deformation strip fastened to but spaced apart from the casing tube, fixed in a radial direction by a spacer on the casing tube, to which deformation strip a deformation slide that is connected to the casing unit is disposed. The deformation slide may encompass and jam outer narrow sides of the deformation strip such that the deformation slide deforms the deformation strip in a crash event. |
| US11014596B2 |
Steering column for a motor vehicle
A steering column for a motor vehicle includes a case with a steering gear-side end and a steering wheel-side end. The case includes an outer casing tube in which an inner casing tube is arranged telescopically and in which a steering spindle is mounted rotatably about a longitudinal axis. The steering spindle includes a hollow shaft in which a steering shaft is arranged telescopically. The steering spindle is mounted rotatably in a rear bearing in the steering wheel-side end portion. A safety element may be arranged between the steering gear-side end of the case and the rear bearing between the case and the steering spindle, which leaves a circumferential radial safety distance between the case and steering spindle which is smaller than the radial distance between the case and steering spindle outside the safety element between the steering gear-side end of the case and the rear bearing. |
| US11014595B2 |
Steering column assembly
A steering column assembly comprises a shroud having an upper shroud part and a lower shroud part movable telescopically relative to one another, and a steering shaft. The upper shroud part carries an energy absorbing device which in normal use moves together with the upper shroud part. A blocking device is fixed to the lower shroud part or to a part of the vehicle that is fixed relative to the lower shroud part; and a connecting rod is connected at a first end to the blocking device and at a second end to a spring which is in turn connected to the lower shroud part or to the fixed part of the vehicle. An initiator module engages with a part of the connecting rod or spring when the blocking mechanism is in the unlocked position thereby to isolate the blocking device from the force of the spring. |
| US11014593B2 |
Tugger and rider cart assembly
According to some embodiments, an improved tugger and rider cart assembly system is presented. The system comprising a tugger cart with a central space to receive a rider cart; the tugger cart having both front side and rear side pluralities of transport wheels approximately parallel to, but not touching, ground; a front side and a rear side loading wheel positioned closer to the ground than the transport wheels; a rider cart having a first wing and a second wing, both wings having a curved portion; and wherein the loading wheels and wing curved portions can be operatively connected to allow a user to move the rider cart onto the tugger cart thereby allowing the tugger cart to transport the rider cart. |
| US11014586B2 |
Method of linking alarm data from physically disassociated wireless sensors to a train in motion
A method of linking alarm data from physically disassociated wireless sensors to a train in motion. The sensor secured to a wheel axle-box of a rail carriage of a train to detect an over temperature alarm to enable a driver to stop the train. If the alarm condition is confirmed as belonging to the train, a Monitor/Relay immediately notes that there is a problem and warns an operator. |
| US11014583B2 |
Hopper car discharge gates
According to some embodiments, a railcar comprises: an underframe comprising a center sill extending longitudinally along a centerline of the railcar; a hopper coupled to the underframe and comprising a discharge opening; and a discharge assembly coupled to the hopper. The discharge assembly comprises: a sloped side sheet, and a discharge gate frame in a plane offset from horizontal and extending from a bottom of the sloped side sheet to proximate the center sill. The discharge gate frame at least partially surrounds the discharge opening. The discharge assembly further comprises a discharge gate coupled to the discharge gate frame. The discharge gate is operable to move from a closed position that restricts a lading from discharging to an open position that permits the lading to discharge. Moving from the closed position to the open position comprises moving at an angle upward and transverse to the railcar. |
| US11014582B2 |
System and method for reconfiguring an autorack
A method comprises removing a first deck of a plurality of decks and a second deck of the plurality of decks from an autorack. The method further comprises removing one or more of a plurality of posts of the autorack and coupling a cross-brace assembly to one or more of the plurality of posts, wherein the cross-brace assembly is coupled to the one or more of the plurality of posts at a location above an existing brace bay of the autorack. The method also comprises coupling the second deck of the plurality of decks to the autorack at a location above or below the cross-brace assembly. |
| US11014580B2 |
Underground distribution system for the distribution of goods in an urban environment
Underground distribution system for the distribution of goods in an urban environment including at least one micro-tunnel forming at least one loop, extending under the foundations of preexisting surface buildings and/or infrastructures, in which goods, the transportation of which is automated, circulate, and a plurality of exchange stations exchanging with the surface, each including a shaft allowing goods to be lowered down to the micro-tunnel and raised back up after they have been transported within the micro-tunnel. |
| US11014575B2 |
Vehicular illumination device, vehicle system and vehicle
A vehicular illumination device provided to a vehicle capable of travelling in an automatic driving mode includes an illumination unit configured to display advance-notice information for giving advance-notice of automatic traveling control of the vehicle so that a passenger in the vehicle can visually recognize the advance-notice information, and an illumination controller configured to control the illumination unit so that the passenger in the vehicle can visually recognize the advance-notice information before the automatic traveling control of the vehicle is executed. |
| US11014570B2 |
Front car rear tire anomalies detection system and related methods
A method includes observing one or more rear tires for a front car, the one or more rear tires include a left rear tire and a right rear tire, determining whether the one or more of the rear tires have an anomaly, observing a chassis of the front car to determine if there is an inclination, and sending an alert if the one or more rear tires have the anomaly. |
| US11014568B2 |
Service management system and non-transitory computer readable medium
A service management system manages use authority for service information, the service information including a content of a service to be provided to a user of a vehicle, the service management system includes a memory configured to store a user ID given for each user of the vehicle and service information set for each vehicle, the user ID and the service information being associated with each other, and a processor configured to unify the use authority for first service information when a plurality of pieces of service information is associated with a single user ID, the first service information being included in each piece of service information. |
| US11014561B2 |
Vehicle trailer hitch assist system
A trailer hitching assist system for a vehicle includes a camera disposed at a rear portion of a vehicle and having a field of view rearward of the vehicle. A control includes an image processor operable to process image data captured by the camera. The image processor, via image processing of image data captured by the camera, detects a trailer and trailer hitch rearward of the vehicle and determines a first path of travel for the vehicle to follow so as to maneuver the vehicle so as to have its tow ball aligned with the trailer hitch. The control maneuvers the vehicle along the determined first path of travel. Responsive to detection of an object entering the first path of travel, the control determines a second path of travel and maneuvers the vehicle along the second path of travel to avoid the detected object entering the determined path of travel. |
| US11014559B2 |
Cruise control device
A detection ECU acquires the position of the preceding vehicle, based on image information captured by an imaging device, and generates the track of the preceding vehicle, based on the position of the preceding vehicle. The detection ECU then performs following travel control for following the preceding vehicle by calculating the amount of control for causing the own vehicle to travel along the track of the preceding vehicle, and by causing the own vehicle to travel, based on the calculated amount of control. During the following travel control, if the width of the preceding vehicle is narrower than a predetermined width, the detection ECU calculates the amount of control such that the curvature variation in the track of the own vehicle is smaller than in the case where the width of the preceding vehicle is not narrower than the predetermined width. |
| US11014558B2 |
Vehicle control apparatus
Even in the case that a learning flag and an ACC permission flag are not set, if a power switch is in an ON state, a travel control of a second control state, which is capable of being executed in a setting in which an inter-vehicle distance setting is a short setting or a host vehicle velocity setting is a low setting, is carried out. |
| US11014556B2 |
Driving support apparatus
A driving support control unit of a driving support apparatus executes driving support control for supporting at least part of driving by a driver. A support determining unit determines whether or not predetermined conditions for terminating the driving support control are satisfied. A physical amount acquiring unit acquires a physical amount corresponding to a curviness degree of a driving lane on which an own vehicle drives. A curviness degree determining unit determines whether or not a curviness degree indicated by the physical amount acquired by the physical amount acquiring unit is smaller than a predetermined degree in the case where the predetermined conditions for terminating the driving support control are satisfied. A termination command unit commands the driving support control unit to terminate the driving support control if the curviness degree determining unit determines that the curviness degree is smaller than the predetermined degree. |
| US11014555B1 |
Method and system for pedestrian-to-vehicle collision avoidance based on emitted wavelength
Methods and systems for collision avoidance between vulnerable road users (VRUs) and vehicles are provided. In one aspect, a method and a system for collision avoidance between vulnerable road users (VRUs) and vehicles based on emitted signal relates to VRUs and vehicles configured to emit and receive a proximity signal pertaining to road usage safety before accidents happen. The method and the system for pedestrian-to-vehicle (P2V) collision avoidance is based on emitted signal at the edge. The usefulness of the method and the system is for providing danger notifications pertaining to the field of road safety, and pertaining to collision avoidance, before accidents happen. The method and the system further relate to precautious collision avoidance notifications using past, current and predicted trajectories of VRUs and vehicles, based on emitted signal at the edge. |
| US11014554B2 |
Vehicle control apparatus and vehicle control method
In a vehicle control apparatus, an object recognizing block recognizes an object which is present around a vehicle. In cases where there is a possibility that the vehicle will collide with an object recognized by the object recognizing block, the apparatus performs automatic braking control which brakes the vehicle. If the driver depresses the accelerator pedal in a predetermined depressing state, a braking controlling block cancels the automatic braking control. When an operation determining block determines that there is a driver's predetermined shift-lever position change, with which the driver's predetermined shift-lever position change is carried out during a driver's accelerator pedal depressing operation, the braking controlling block responds to a driver's accelerator depressing operation by not cancelling the automatic braking control or by making cancellation of the automatic braking control more difficult. |
| US11014553B2 |
Control device for vehicle and control method of vehicle
A control device includes an electronic control unit configured to expand a first detection range at least in front of a host vehicle during execution of current first steering control, determine whether next first steering control is needed to be implemented and whether a relative direction of a next second object with respect to the host vehicle is the same as a relative direction of a first object with respect to the host vehicle when the second object is detected, and perform relaxation steering control based on a target value smaller in absolute value than a return target value after an end of the current first steering control when the implementation of the next first steering control is determined to be needed and the relative directions with respect to the host vehicle are determined to be the same between the second and the first object. |
| US11014549B1 |
Regeneration power control
A hybrid vehicle using an engine driving a generator to supply power to electric drive motors through a system power bus, and a method for controlling power regeneration in a hybrid vehicle are disclosed. Ground drive controllers associated with the drive motors are configured to determine a slope of a surface on which the vehicle is driving and set a maximum downhill speed of the vehicle based thereon. A generator controller, in response to the drive motors generating power through regenerative braking, regulates power on the bus by directing the generated power to recharge the battery when the battery has capacity, reducing an output of the generator to the bus when the battery is fully charged, and driving a driveshaft to drive the engine with the generator to consume excess power on the bus when the generator output is reduced to zero. |
| US11014548B2 |
Vehicle control system, vehicle control method, and storage medium
A vehicle control system (1) provided with a power generation unit (13) including an engine (10) and an electric motor (12), a storage battery (60), an electric motor for traveling (18), an acquisition unit (102) that acquires a schedule of an occupant of a vehicle (M), a destination prediction unit (104) that predicts a future destination including a destination which is not registered in the schedule on the basis of past and future schedules and date and time information acquired by the acquisition unit, a traveling planning unit (106) that generates traveling plan information indicating a traveling plan of the vehicle in the future schedule in accordance with a route to the destination predicted by the destination prediction unit, and a power generation control unit (110) that controls the power generation unit in the future schedule on the basis of the traveling plan information generated by the traveling planning unit. |
| US11014546B2 |
Brake system and method for responding to external boost requests during predetermined loss or degraded boost assist conditions
A braking system for a vehicle is disclosed. The braking system may have a primary braking system (PBS) having a boost assist subsystem, and an electronic control unit (ECU) for controlling the PBS and the boost assist subsystem. A memory may be in communication with the ECU. A database may be stored in the memory and may define a plurality of category function codes. The codes may define what levels of braking operation may be provided by the PBS when one of a fault or an anomaly is detected. The ECU may further be configured to implement a brake boost evaluation software module to determine whether to apply a requested level of braking being requested by a subsystem of the vehicle when at least one of a malfunction or anomaly is present. |
| US11014544B2 |
Hydraulic block for a hydraulic assembly of a slip control system of a hydraulic vehicle brake system
A hydraulic block of a slip control system of a hydraulic vehicle brake system includes receptacles for the hydraulic accumulator and receptacles for outlet valves arranged on opposite sides of each other in the hydraulic block. The sides of the hydraulic block, which comprise the receptacles for the outlet valves and the hydraulic accumulators, are connected to one another by bores perpendicular thereto. |
| US11014543B2 |
Vehicle brake system having plunger power source
The invention relates to an improved plunger assembly for a vehicle brake system. The plunger assembly is operable as a pressure source to control brake fluid pressure supplied to one or more wheel brakes. The plunger assembly comprises a housing defining a cylinder; a reversible motor supported by the housing and having a rotor; and a linear actuator such as a ball screw/nut mechanism driven by the motor. A plunger head is mounted in the cylinder and driven by the linear actuator in first and second opposite directions. Improvements include the plunger assembly engage at least one seal that defines a portion of a pressurized chamber. An end cap covers the projecting end of the cylinder and is secured to the housing to define a fluid passageway between the end of the cylinder and at least one fluid passageway provided in the housing block. |
| US11014537B2 |
Communication monitoring device, communication monitoring system, and communication monitoring method
A distribution information acquisition unit is configured to acquire distribution information including identification information of a user as a distribution destination of setting information which is used for access to a work vehicle. An access information acquisition unit is configured to acquire access information including identification information of the user who accesses the work vehicle. A fraudulence determination unit is configured to compare the identification information related to the access information with the identification information related to the distribution information to determine whether or not fraudulent access has occurred. |
| US11014535B2 |
Shared vehicle security
A vehicle comprising: a locking mechanism for securing the vehicle; a user input device exposed to the exterior of the vehicle; a transceiver for communicating with a network external to the vehicle; and a processor configured for implementing a public/private key security algorithm and coupled to the transceiver for sending and receiving data by means of the transceiver, and coupled to the locking mechanism for disengaging the locking mechanism to permit access to the vehicle; the processor being configured to: receive from the transceiver a data block including a first token, the first token representing a public key of a user; receive from the user input device a second token; compare the first and second tokens to determine whether the second token is consistent with having been derived from a private key that forms a key pair with the public key; and if that determination is positive, cause the locking mechanism to be disengaged. |
| US11014532B2 |
Vehicle control module for smart home control system
A control module for a vehicle comprises a wireless communication circuit in communication with a smart home device and a remote server. The control module further comprises a control circuit in communication with the wireless communication circuit and a controller of the vehicle via a bus interface. The control circuit is configured to receive a status request from the smart home device via the wireless communication circuit. Based on the status request, the control circuit requests a status identification from the controller according to the status request. The control circuit receives the status identification from the controller and communicates the status identification to the smart device via the wireless communication circuit. The status identification is announced by the smart home device. |
| US11014531B2 |
Belt tightener
A belt tensioner (10) for a seatbelt system comprises a tensioner tube (20) having an open outlet end and a force transmission element (22) which is guided in the tensioner tube (20) and which leaves the tensioner tube (20) via the open outlet end, a gas generator (18) providing compressed gas for displacing the force transmission element (22) within the tensioner tube (20) as well as a drive wheel (16) rotated by the force transmission element (22) leaving the tensioner tube (20). There is provided a guiding component (24) surrounding the drive wheel (16) into which guiding component the force transmission element (22) enters upon leaving the tensioner tube (20). At the guiding component (24) an energy-dissipating structure (50) is provided which the force transmission element (22) contacts when it has at least substantially completely left the tensioner tube (20). |
| US11014527B2 |
Webbing height adjustment device
A webbing height adjustment device is applied to connect to a webbing of a seat belt system. The webbing height adjustment device has a top ring member, a locking assembly, and a positioning member. The locking assembly is moveably disposed outside the top ring member. The positioning member is disposed on the side surface of the top ring member, is clutched with the locking assembly, and has a positioning element and a combining portion. The positioning element is disposed on the top ring member. The combining portion is disposed on the positioning element and selectively holds the locking assembly for positioning. The webbing height adjustment device is easy to operate and automatically locks the webbing. The webbing height adjustment device can be adjusted continuously and occupies little space when not in use. |
| US11014521B2 |
Airbag for a vehicle occupant restraint system of a motor vehicle
It is provided a gas bag for a vehicle occupant restraint system of a motor vehicle, comprising at least one first inflatable chamber configured for the protection of the head of a vehicle occupant; at least one second inflatable chamber configured for the protection of a shoulder and/or thorax region of the vehicle occupant, wherein the gas bag is to be arranged in or on a side of a vehicle seat facing the vehicle interior space. The first and the second chamber are rotatable relative to each other in the inflated condition of the gas bag. |
| US11014520B2 |
Airbag apparatus and seatbelt apparatus
An airbag apparatus includes a longitudinal webbing guide configured to guide movement in a longitudinal direction of webbing, an inflatable airbag disposed along an outer side of the webbing guide, a bag cover configured to cover the airbag, and an upper side coupling member configured to couple a guide upper end of the webbing guide to a cover upper end of the bag cover, and move upward along the webbing together with the airbag when the airbag is inflated and deployed. A seatbelt apparatus includes the airbag apparatus. |
| US11014518B2 |
Estimation device
An estimation device includes an information acquisition unit, a detection determination unit, a direction determination unit, and a direction estimation unit. When an object is a first-time detected object, the direction determination unit determines whether a relative direction acquired by the information acquisition unit is a direction toward an own vehicle. When the relative direction acquired by the information acquisition unit is a direction toward the own vehicle, the direction estimation unit estimates that a direction predetermined according to an object position acquired by the information acquisition unit is the movement direction of the object. |
| US11014516B2 |
Energy absorber
Disclosed herein is an energy absorber having excellent impact resistance and excellent impact energy absorbability. The energy absorber includes an olefin-based resin composition obtained by mixing an olefin resin, a polyamide resin, and an elastomer having a reactive group that reacts with the polyamide resin, wherein the olefin-based resin composition has a continuous phase containing the olefin resin and a polyamide resin-based dispersed phase dispersed in the continuous phase, and the polyamide resin-based dispersed phase has a structure in which the elastomer is contained in a matrix phase containing the polyamide resin. |
| US11014513B2 |
Control of low pressure generator for gas turbine engine
A turbofan gas turbine engine includes low pressure (LP) motor-generator operable in either a generation mode or a drive mode, an high pressure (HP) motor-generator operable in a either a generation mode or a drive mode, and a power control module for selectively operating the LP and HP motor-generators according to operational conditions of the engine. |
| US11014512B2 |
Vehicle having grommet assembly
A vehicle includes a vehicle body, a door coupled to the vehicle body and a flexible vehicle-body grommet. The door is pivotable about a horizontal axis between a closed position and a horizontal open position, and about a vertical axis between the closed position and a vertical open position. The flexible vehicle-body grommet is coupled to the vehicle body and the door. The flexible vehicle-body grommet is pivotable about the horizontal axis when the door is pivoted to the horizontal open position. |
| US11014510B2 |
Camera device
A camera device includes a windshield information detection camera and a vehicle exterior information detection camera. The windshield information detection camera captures an image to obtain information about a surface of a windshield. The vehicle exterior information detection camera captures an image to obtain information about the vehicle exterior. The windshield information detection camera and the vehicle exterior information detection camera are fixed to a vehicle in a state in which they are also fixed to each other. |
| US11014509B2 |
Mount for holding a mobile electronic device
A mount for holding a mobile electronic device can have a main body, a pair of movable arms that can hold the mobile electronic device, and a pair of stationary arms. The stationary arms can provide a stable object to press against for enable one-handed operation of the mount while reducing force transfer to the mounting mechanism or underlying mounting structure. |
| US11014508B2 |
Communication support system, communication support method, and storage medium
Provided is a communication support system including: a microphone that is mounted in an interior of a vehicle; a sound output device that is mounted in the interior of vehicle; a recognizer configured to recognize spoken content included in sound data collected by the microphone; and a controller configured to generate a delivery message to be delivered from a passenger who has output the collected sound to another passenger on the basis of a result of the recognition performed by the recognizer, generates sound based on the generated delivery message, and causes the sound output device to output the generated sound toward the other passenger. |
| US11014506B2 |
Vehicle having a track assembly and a carriage assembly
A vehicle includes a cabin, a track assembly that is mounted to the cabin, and a carriage assembly that is received by the track assembly. The track assembly includes a rail structure and a conductive member coupled to the rail structure. The carriage assembly includes a brush that is movable to an extended position to engage with the conductive member of the track assembly and a first biasing member that provides an extension force when the brush is in the extended position. |
| US11014505B2 |
Attachment device, supporting accessory and roof tent including such a device
The present invention relates to a device (10) for attaching to bars (20) including: a C-shaped rail (105) with an overall rectangular section having a plane of symmetry (110); a screw (115) defining a first axis (120) parallel to the axis of the rail; and at least two jaws (125a, 125b), each jaw including: a guiding body (130a, 130b) running in the rail with a certain play and including a through-opening (135a, 135b) and a clamp (140a, 140b) outside the rail. In this device: the head of the screw (145) is inserted into the opening (135a) of one jaw (125a); another jaw (125b) includes a nut (150) in the opening thereof (135b), rotatably locked; the clamps are off-center relative to the axis, each on one side of the plane, clamping the bar by shearing; the screwing of the screw translates the jaws towards one another in the rail, and the engagement of the clamps of the jaws with the bar rotates the jaw, thus causing same to stick by self-locking. |
| US11014498B2 |
Vehicle and control method for controlling image on in-vehicle cluster
A vehicle includes: an image sensor configured to acquire a front image; a navigation system configured to provide object information indicating information on one or more objects in front of the vehicle; a controller configured to generate a composite image of the acquired front image having the object information when the acquired front image includes at least object among the one or more objects; and a cluster configured to output the generated composite image. |
| US11014496B2 |
Lighting device for grab handle in vehicle
A lighting device for a grab handle in a vehicle includes the grab handle disposed in a passenger compartment, a lamp embedded in the grab handle, a key sensor capable of detecting an approach of a user having a key into a given range around the vehicle, and a lighting controller configured to control lighting mode of the lamp. The lighting controller controls the lamp [1] to light the lamp in a first lighting mode when user's approach information is input to the lighting controller, [2] to light the lamp in a second lighting mode when lock/unlock information of a door is input to the lighting controller, or [3] to light the lamp in a third lighting mode when open/close information of the door is input to the lighting controller. |
| US11014487B2 |
Divider assemblies for partitioning vehicle cargo spaces
A divider assembly for partitioning a vehicle cargo space includes a divider body, a window extending through the divider body, and a panel movable between a first position in which the window is concealed and a second position in which the window is exposed. When the window is exposed, cargo can be inserted through the window and into the vehicle cargo space without first removing the divider body from the cargo space. |
| US11014486B2 |
Tank trailer operating system
A ground-level access operating system for a tank trailer. The ground-level system includes a cleaning/washing device, a venting device, an inspection access port, and device for loading/unloading the compartments. All devices in this system are located on the side of the semi-trailer, within an operator's reach on the ground. The devices locations are meant to be reachable to ensure operator safety. The operator of the trailer can execute all work without having to reach the top of the tank. Both of venting and cleaning/washing devices have their access port on top of the tank but are hooked up at a position proximate ground level, for an easy-to-reach operation and inspection by on operator on the ground. |
| US11014482B1 |
Passive head restraint insert for a vehicle seat assembly
A vehicle seat assembly and a method of forming the assembly are provided. The assembly has a seat back frame with a flange extending into an opening. A head restraint insert has an insert body to be received by the opening and forming a mounting surface. A trim cover receives the head restraint insert, and is positioned between the mounting surface and the flange of the seat back frame when the head restraint insert is connected to the seat back frame. An assembly is provided with an insert body forming a mounting face, a retainer extending outwardly from the insert body to form a channel with the mounting face, and a trim cover sized to receive the insert body and having an edge trim extending to cooperate with a lip on a frame to retain the assembly to the frame. |
| US11014475B2 |
Child car seat
It relates to a child car seat, and more particularly, to a child car seat equipped with wheels and a handle, which facilitates the guiding of the car seat with a single hand, in such a way that the child is rearward to the direction of the movement, facing the person guiding the car seat. |
| US11014474B2 |
Seat recliner for vehicle
A seat recliner for a vehicle includes parts which are respectively used in opposite sides of a seat and compatible with each other. The seat recliner includes: a first flange having guide parts, guide spaces, and a first through hole; a plurality of lock gears having a guide protrusion; a lock cam having a second through hole; a control part having a third through hole and a guide slit; and a shaft penetrating through the first through hole, the second through hole, and the third through hole so that the shaft rotates with the lock cam and the control part. |
| US11014473B2 |
Adjustable height limiter
Adjustable height limiter for a vehicle seat, comprising: a main body with a slot having a first end and a second end, a piston rod element which is displaceable with respect to the main body and has a pin element which is guided in the slot, a sleeve element which is rotatable with respect to the main body and at least partially surrounds the main body, the sleeve element having a boundary which is helical with respect to the main body, the boundary being arranged between the first end and the second end when viewed in the extension direction of the slot, and the pin element being arranged between the first end and the boundary. |
| US11014471B2 |
Vehicle
A vehicle provides a comfortable space for a wide range of passengers. The vehicle (1) includes a plurality of seats (31) arranged in a fore and aft direction in a cabin (5) of the vehicle, each seat being supported in the cabin so as to be rotatable around a vertically extending rotational axis. Preferably, at least one of the seats includes a support column (32) extending vertically from a floor (6) of the cabin, and a seat cushion (33) supported at an upper end of the support column so as to be rotatable around the vertically extending rotational axis. |
| US11014467B2 |
Self charging lightweight drone apparatus
A drone apparatus or arrangement is provided. The drone apparatus or arrangement includes a plurality of drone devices, each drone device including an unmanned vehicle configured to be controlled to hover in air at a desired height and move to a desired location, each drone device comprising a rechargeable battery connected to an exposed drone recharging surface, and a surface apparatus connected to the plurality of drone devices such that the plurality of drone devices are collectively controllable to reposition the surface apparatus to a desired location. Each drone device is configured to connect to and recharge at a compatible charging station including an exposed recharging station recharging surface configured to meet with one exposed drone recharging surface to recharge the rechargeable battery. |
| US11014466B2 |
Building energy optimization system with battery powered vehicle cost optimization
A building optimization system includes charging and discharging a battery of a battery power vehicle. The building optimization system includes a charging system configured to cause the battery of the battery powered vehicle to charge or discharge. The building optimization system also includes an optimization controller including a processing circuit. The processing circuit is configured to receive charging constraints for the battery powered vehicle, determine whether to charge discharge the battery of the battery powered vehicle based on the charging constraints, and cause the charging system to charge or discharge the battery of the battery powered vehicle based on the optimization. |
| US11014465B2 |
Method and apparatus for automatic charging of electric vehicles
A method and apparatus for automatic charging of electric vehicles in which a plug head of a charging unit is automatically received in a receiving compartment of a vehicle charger actuation device. A push wall of the vehicle charger actuation device is displaced into contact the plug head in a manner that facilitates rotation of the plug head into angular alignment with the plug head receptacle. The charging unit can align a position of the plug head with the plug head receptacle such that continued displacement of the push wall displaces the plug head to a position at which the plug head is electrically coupled to the plug head receptacle. After a charging event, the push wall moves away from the plug head receptacle and engages a pull rod that is coupled to a pin skirt such that the pin skirt is displaced in a direction that ejects the plug head from the plug head receptacle. |
| US11014464B2 |
Mobile charging device for an electric vehicle
A method for charging an electric vehicle during a travel of the electric vehicle, with the following steps: Providing a mobile charging device, arranging the mobile charging device underneath the traveling electric vehicle, fastening the mobile charging device to a bottom of the electric vehicle, transferring electric energy out of the mobile charging device to the battery of the electric vehicle, separating the mobile charging device from the bottom of the electric vehicle and providing the mobile charging device again. |
| US11014458B2 |
Die-cast aluminum bracket
A die-cast aluminum bracket for a vehicle is provided between a mounted object and a vehicle structure. The die-cast aluminum bracket includes: a first attachment section configured to be coupled to the mounted object; and a second attachment section configured to be coupled to the vehicle structure, wherein a first surface, which faces the mounted object at the time when the mounted object is coupled, in the first attachment section has a chill layer removed section in which an internal layer of the bracket is exposed, and a second surface of the first attachment section has a chill layer, the second surface being on an opposite side of the first attachment section from the first surface. |
| US11014453B2 |
Method for testing whether a current collector is in contact, and current collector
A method for testing whether a current collector of a vehicle, which is preferably not rail-bound and is driven by an electric motor, is in contact with a contact wire of an overhead line which extends in a direction of travel. The current collector, which can be moved along a vertical direction, has a carrier element and a contact strip, resiliently mounted on the carrier element by a primary spring element. The contact strip, upon contacting the contact wire, is deflected relative to the carrier element counter to the vertical direction out of a resting position, wherein the deflection is detected by a sensor unit and it is determined whether the contact strip is in contact with the contact wire. There is also described a corresponding current collector. |
| US11014452B2 |
Electrically driven vehicle
An electrically driven vehicle comprises a motor; a power storage device; a first power supply device connected with a power line; a charging device configured to charge the power storage device by using electric power from an external power source; and a second power supply device configured to supply part of the electric power from the external power source to auxiliary machinery via the charging device. The electrically driven vehicle performs a charging efficiency determination process that calculates a charging efficiency as a ratio of a charging power of the power storage device to an input power of the charging device, and that determines whether the charging efficiency is lower than a predetermined efficiency. When the charging efficiency determination process determines that the charging efficiency is lower than the predetermined efficiency, the electrically driven vehicle stops the second power supply device and performs the charging efficiency determination process again. |
| US11014448B2 |
Methods and systems for cruise control velocity tracking
Methods and systems are provided for cruise control velocity tracking. In one example, the method or system may generate a torque command output via a velocity controller that allows for an error within bounds to reduce a fuel consumption amount, the torque command output selected from outcomes of a leader and follower game. |
| US11014445B2 |
Pressurized liquid fuel tank system and vehicle including same
A pressurized liquid fuel tank system arranged to contain a first mass of liquid fuel such as Dimethyl-Ether (DME) is provided. The system includes a first tank having a first volume, a second tank having a second volume, a first conduit between a top of the first tank and a top of the second tank, and a second conduit between the first tank and a bottom of the second tank, wherein a sum of the first volume and the second volume is designed to equal a sum of a first mass volume of the first mass of liquid fuel plus an expansion volume equal to at least 5% of the first mass volume. A vehicle with such a fuel tank system is also disclosed. |
| US11014444B2 |
Capless closure assembly for fuel-tank filler pipe
A capless filler pipe closure is provided for a tank filler pipe. The capless closure permits a fuel pump nozzle to be inserted into the tank filler pipe without first removing a fuel cap from the outer end of the tank filler pipe. |
| US11014441B2 |
Closure assembly for fuel-tank filler neck
A fuel tank filler apparatus comprises a capless filler neck closure adapted to be mated with an outer end of a fuel-tank filler neck. The capless filler neck closure may be removable from the fuel-tank filler neck for service or repair. |
| US11014439B2 |
Braking apparatus and braking control method for vehicle
A braking apparatus and a braking control method for a vehicle, wherein the braking apparatus includes an inlet valve for interrupting a braking hydraulic pressure supplied to a wheel cylinder of the vehicle, a regenerative braking unit for performing the regenerative braking of the vehicle, and a control unit for controlling the braking hydraulic pressure supplied to the wheel cylinder by controlling the inlet valve so that hydraulic braking force determined by subtracting a hydraulic braking force generated by the regenerative braking unit from a demand braking force requested by a driver is generated. The control unit controls the hydraulic braking pressure supplied to the wheel cylinder by controlling the inlet valve on the basis of changes in the vehicle speed and the regenerative braking force of the vehicle. |
| US11014437B2 |
Hybrid electric vehicle battery charge reduction for improved cooling performance
Systems and methods are provided for vehicle battery charge reduction. A hybrid electric vehicle is disclosed. The vehicle comprises an internal combustion engine; an electric motor; a battery electrically coupled to the electric motor; a battery charger electrically coupled to the battery and mechanically coupled to the internal combustion engine; one or more sensors, wherein each sensor provides a respective sensor signal, wherein each sensor signal represents a respective current operating condition of the hybrid electric vehicle; and a computing component configured to: perform a first comparison of a state-of-charge of the battery to a charge threshold, perform a second comparison of one or more of the current vehicle operating conditions to respective nominal vehicle operating conditions, wherein none of the vehicle operating conditions describe a condition of the battery, and reduce charging of the battery based on the first comparison and the second comparison. |
| US11014433B2 |
Sun visor connector
A sun visor connector includes: a bracket; an arm portion having an end inserted through the bracket to be rotatably arranged; a housing fixed to the bracket and arranged in a vicinity of the end of the arm portion inserted through the bracket; a pair of connector terminals accommodated in the housing and connected to counterpart terminals; a pair of arm connection parts provided in an elastically deformable manner on the pair of connector terminals and connected by sandwiching the end of the arm portion by a biasing force; and a preliminary displacement portion provided in the housing, abutting on the pair of arm connection parts, and causing the pair of arm connection parts to be arranged in a separated manner by keeping a biasing force against the end of the arm portion. |
| US11014429B2 |
Operating device for an automatic climate control of a motor vehicle, automatic climate control as well as motor vehicle
The invention relates to an operating device (5) for an automatic climate control (2) of a motor vehicle (1) including a sensor assembly (7) for determining an interior temperature in a passenger cabin (4) of the motor vehicle (1) and including an operating area (8), wherein the sensor assembly (7) comprises a circuit board (11) and a sensor unit (12) disposed on the circuit board (11) with a first temperature sensor (17), and wherein a top side (9) of the operating area (8) faces the passenger cabin (4) in an intended installation position of the operating device (5) on the motor vehicle (1). In addition, the invention relates to an automatic climate control (2) as well as to a motor vehicle (1). |
| US11014423B2 |
Valve block for an active suspension damping system, and method for mounting a shock absorber for an active suspension damping system
A valve block for an active suspension damping system of a vehicle includes a valve housing delimiting an interior space for connecting to a shock absorber of a wheel suspension system, and a valve piston movably guided in the interior space. The valve piston divides the interior space into a connecting space and a control space. A connecting duct communicates with the connecting space for hydraulically connecting to a damper volume of the shock absorber. At least one connector duct communicates with the connecting space for connection of a hydraulic line. A control duct communicates with the control space for applying a control pressure in the control space. The valve piston has a plug for closing the connecting duct in a closed position of the valve piston in the interior space and for opening the connecting duct in an open position of the valve piston in the interior space. |
| US11014420B2 |
Vehicle
A vehicle that can reduce change in the toe angle of a rear wheel in a toe-out direction at the time of a braking force being provided by the vehicle. A coupling point between a vehicle frame and a trailing arm is defined as a first coupling point. A coupling point between the trailing arm and a lateral arm is defined as a second coupling point. A coupling point between the lateral arm and a frame rear section is defined as a third coupling point. A straight line connecting the first coupling point and the second coupling point is defined as a first straight line. A straight line connecting the second coupling point and the third coupling point is defined as a second straight line. With those definitions, an angle between the first straight line and the second straight line in a plan view of the vehicle is 90 degrees or greater. |
| US11014418B2 |
Combined flying/driving vehicle with vertical takeoff and fixed-wing cruise capabilities
A combined flying-driving vehicle having a unique hybrid propulsion system architecture that provides a very high level of reliability and functionality to the user. |
| US11014416B2 |
Autonomous dock
An autonomous dock system for a vehicle, comprises a control system with instructions comprising steps for receiving a request to implement an autonomous dock routine. A vehicle speed and clutch position are calculated. A clutch position controller is commanded to maintain the calculated clutch position. An actual torque amount is iteratively detected as transferred across the clutch. A vehicle speed-control mechanism is commanded to maintain the calculated vehicle speed, and the actual vehicle speed is iteratively detected. When comparing the commanded vehicle speed to the detected actual vehicle speed indicates that the detected actual vehicle speed is below a speed threshold, and when the actual torque amount transferred across the clutch exceeds a torque threshold, the control system commands an increase in vehicle speed. |
| US11014414B2 |
Tire
A tire sidewall portion is provided with a circumferentially extending decorative zone which comprises a serrated region formed from ridges extending in a radial direction and arranged side by side in the tire circumferential direction. The ridges include continuous ridges and discontinuous ridges with a discontinuity part. A diagonal pattern is formed by discontinuity-pattern elements each formed from the discontinuity parts of the discontinuous ridges positioned adjacently in the tire circumferential direction. In the diagonal pattern, one of the continuous ridges is disposed between every two of the adjacent discontinuity-pattern elements. |
| US11014412B2 |
Pneumatic tire
A pneumatic tire includes a block (41) formed by being partitioned by a main groove (15) and lateral grooves (20 and 25), and a block traversing sipe (45) which is a sipe longitudinally traversing the block (41), in which the block traversing sipe (45) has a zigzag shape that is constituted by a plurality of longitudinal sipe portions (42) extending in a circumferential direction of the tire, and a lateral sipe portion (43) extending in a tire width direction and connecting end portions of two longitudinal sipe portions (42), and a longitudinal sipe portion (42) closer to a kick-out side of the block (41) has a narrower width. |
| US11014408B2 |
Pneumatic tire
Provided is a pneumatic tire. One terminal of a carcass layer extends to a ground contact edge of a tread portion positioned on an opposite side with respect to a tire center line as a reference. The carcass layer has a double layer structure including an inner layer positioned inward in a tire radial direction in a tread region and an outer layer positioned outward in the tire radial direction of the inner layer in the tread region. A cord angle in the carcass layer in a tread central region with respect to a tire circumferential direction is different from a cord angle in at least one of the inner layer and the outer layer of the carcass layer in a side region with respect to the tire circumferential direction. |
| US11014407B2 |
Tension-based non-pneumatic tire
A non-pneumatic tire and hub assembly includes an inner ring having an axis of rotation, a deformable outer ring, and a flexible web extending between the inner ring and the deformable outer ring. The assembly further includes a hollow, metal cylinder coupled to the inner ring. The hollow, metal cylinder has a flanged portion extending towards an interior portion of the hollow, metal cylinder. |
| US11014403B2 |
Sensor target for wheel bearing, manufacturing method of sensor target, and wheel bearing comprising sensor target
A sensor target for a wheel bearing is provided. The sensor target is fixed to a bearing hub of a wheel bearing. The sensor target has a shaft and a magnet. The shaft is pressed into the bearing hub coaxially with a rotational axis of the bearing hub. The shaft has a recess at one end in the length direction. The magnet is pressed into the recess. |
| US11014396B1 |
Booklet and method of forming same
A booklet includes a cover including an integrally formed front cover sheet and a rear cover sheet connected by a hinge fold around which the front cover sheet is pivoted relative to the rear cover between a closed position and an open position, and at least first and second leaves therein. Each leaf includes at least one integrally formed leaf sheet and spine sheet connected together at a hinge fold. Upon pivoting the front cover sheet between a closed position and an open position, the interior leaves move relative to the front cover sheet and a step display tab area on each interior leaf is progressively revealed. A method of forming the booklet is also disclosed. |
| US11014393B2 |
Image transfer sheet, manufacturing method for image transfer sheet, and image transfer method
An image transfer sheet includes a release paper, a glue layer, the glue layer having a lower surface removably glued to an upper surface of the release paper, a transfer film having a release property with respect to the image layer and an easy adhesion property with respect to the glue layer, and an image layer partially between the transfer film and the glue layer, a lower surface of the transfer film being in contact with the image layer at a portion where the image layer is present and in contact with the glue layer at a portion where the image layer is not present. |
| US11014391B2 |
Security marks based on print job image with uniform printed background
A printing system receives a print request containing patterns of marks to be printed on print media to produce printed output. A processor evaluates the print request to identify non-marking areas and identify different printing densities of the patterns of marks. The processor alters the patterns of marks to create hidden features on the printed output by adding a uniform printed background to the non-marking areas and adding different printing densities of fluorescent spots to different areas of the patterns of marks. The different printing densities of the fluorescent spots are based on the different printing densities of the patterns of marks and on the size of the hidden features. A printing device prints the print request on the print media to produce the printed output. |
| US11014388B2 |
Test pattern formation method, landing deviation amount acquisition method, and recording device
A test pattern formation method includes preparing a first pattern including a plurality of dot rows that are separated, and a second pattern including a plurality of regions having a width greater than a width of the plurality of dot rows and provided spaced apart by a plurality of gaps greater than or equal to the width of the plurality of dot rows. At least a portion of the first pattern and at least a portion of the second pattern are in positions overlapping each other. Given a largest overlap between one of the plurality of dot rows and one of the plurality of gaps as a reference, the other dot rows of the plurality of dot rows and the plurality of regions having a wide width overlap and are deviated from each other incrementally by a respective distance corresponding to a landing deviation amount. |
| US11014387B2 |
Method and device for avoiding contamination of a printing plate given surface-covering coating of a recording medium with a coating substance, and corresponding printing system
The disclosure relates to a method for avoiding contamination of a printing plate given surface-covering coating of a dust-forming recording medium (e.g. an uncoated paper) with a coating substance (e.g. a primer) in an inkjet printing operation. The method can include feeding the recording medium at a feed velocity that is greater than 20 meters per minute; continuously printing of the coating substance onto the recording medium by at least one print head including a plurality of print nozzles, the coating substance being printed at a constant, predetermined applied quantity per area. A nip between the print head and the recording medium is provided such that a fluid-dynamic eddy is created between the recording medium and the print head and/or the printing plate. The disclosure also related to a printing system that is configured to implement the method. |
| US11014386B2 |
Actuation mechanism for accurately controlling distance in OVJP printing
A device for use in organic vapor jet printing (OVJP) and similar arrangements includes a print head movable in more than one degree of freedom with sufficient thermal insulation that there is little to no movement in the Z direction. One or more sensors may be used to monitor and adjust the distance between the substrate and the print head. |
| US11014380B2 |
Image forming apparatus with pre-heat and post-heat control
A heating device includes a pre-heater configured to pre-heat a medium, onto which a liquid is discharged from a liquid discharger, at a first position upstream of the liquid discharger in a conveyance direction of the medium, a print-heater configured to heat the medium at a second position opposite the liquid discharger, a post-heater configured to post-heat the medium at a third position downstream of the second position in the conveyance direction, and circuitry configured to control a temperature of each of the pre-heater, the print-heater, and the post-heater. The pre-heater includes a first pre-heater and a second pre-heater disposed closer to the print-heater than the first pre-heater, and the circuitry controls a temperature of the second pre-heater to be between a temperature of the first pre-heater and the temperature of the print-heater. |
| US11014377B2 |
Sheet-fed printing machine with a humidification device
A sheet-fed printing machine contains a printing unit, a drier, and a sheet handling device for transporting or guiding print sheets. The sheet handling device has an opening disposed downstream of the drier in the direction of transport. A humidification device for rehumidifying the print sheets is disposed in such a way that it rehumidifies the print sheets through the opening. The sheet handling device may contain a guide plate or several guide plates. |
| US11014374B2 |
Region-of-interest based print quality optimization
A method for printing includes analyzing print quality requirements for a printing area; adjusting settings for heater elements (e.g., energy and/or firing durations) of strobe lines based on the requirements analysis; and providing a plurality of individual strobe signals to the strobe lines. The strobe signals can be transmitted simultaneously, for example with a field-programmable gate array. Analyzing print quality requirements can include separating the printing area into one or more areas of interest, such as rows and/or columns. For each area of interest individual print quality settings (e.g., darkness, contrast, and/or media sensitivity) may be selected. |
| US11014373B2 |
Printing system
A printing system includes a printing device, a platen roller, a controller, and an interface. The printing device includes a thermal head, a ribbon drive source, and a head drive source. When receiving a print command, the controller executes head movement control for moving the thermal head and ribbon acceleration control for accelerating a transport speed of an ink ribbon to a target speed. After completion of the head movement control and the ribbon acceleration control, the controller is configured to control the thermal head to perform printing on the print medium. At least before receiving the print command, the controller is configured to determine a printable distance over which the print medium is transported from the reception of the print command till the completion of the head movement control and the ribbon acceleration control and outputs the determined printable distance through the interface. |
| US11014366B2 |
Printhead engagement mechanism for long printheads
A print module includes: a cradle having a nest for receiving a printhead; an elongate printhead received in the nest, the printhead having first and second ink ports at opposite longitudinal ends thereof; and a supply assembly slidably movable relative to the cradle along an axis perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the printhead. The supply assembly includes first and second ink couplings positioned for complementary engagement with the first and second ink ports of the printhead and a depressor positioned between the first and second ink couplings. The printhead has a portion configured for complementary engagement with the depressor, such that lowering of the supply assembly urges the printhead towards the nest via engagement of the depressor with the printhead. |
| US11014361B2 |
Manufacturing method of liquid supply component
A manufacturing method of a liquid supply component in which a liquid supply path is formed between a first constituent component and a second constituent component that are joined with molten resin. The method includes a first step of preparing these constituent components, a second step of causing the constituent components to face each other and forming an orifice portion and a reservoir portion between a mold and a surface of either of the constituent components, and a third step of pouring the molten resin between the constituent components so that it flows into the reservoir portion through the orifice portion. |
| US11014359B2 |
Internal print head flow features
A system and apparatus includes a nozzle formed on a first surface of a substrate, and a fluid passage in the substrate and fluidically connected to the nozzle, the fluid passage being nonlinear along at least a portion of its length and having a cross section that varies along its length, wherein the fluid passage has a width near a second surface of the substrate that is different from a width near a bottom of the fluid passage. A system and apparatus includes a nozzle formed on a surface of a substrate, and a fluid passage defined in the substrate and fluidically connected to the nozzle, the fluid passage having a first portion that substantially lies on a first plane, a second portion that substantially lies on a second plane different from the first plane, and a connecting passage fluidically connecting the first portion to the second portion. |
| US11014358B2 |
Ink jet head and ink jet recording apparatus
An ink jet head with a head chip including a nozzle layer with nozzles for jetting ink and a pressure chamber layer with pressure chambers communicated respectively with the nozzles; and a manifold which stores the ink to be supplied to the pressure chambers; where the head chip has individual communication flow paths which are communicated respectively with the pressure chambers and which are capable of discharging the ink in the pressure chambers; and a common communication flow path which is disposed in a part facing the nozzle layer of the pressure chamber layer and which is connected to the individual communication flow paths to join the ink discharged from the individual communication flow paths together. |