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| US10011507B2 |
Chemical delivery system for water or effluent treatment
A system for delivering disinfectant or other chemicals to effluent or water within a containment vessel, such as a wastewater storage tank. The invention includes a mounting bracket or housing; a rotor rotationally connected to the mounting bracket; a shaft connecting the rotor to the mounting bracket; a pump connected to the shaft, the pump having a casing and a rotor assembly; a container; and an tube having a first end within the container and a second end outside the container, a portion of the tube positioned within the pump and in contact with the rotor assembly. |
| US10011503B2 |
Method for making activated carbon-supported transition metal-based nanoparticles
Methods for making activated carbon-supported transition metal-based nanoparticles include (a) impregnated activated carbon with at least one transition metal-containing compound, and (b) heating the impregnated activated carbon at a temperature and for a time sufficient to carbothermally reduce the transition metal-containing compound. Also disclosed are activated carbon-supported transition metal-based nanoparticles produced by such methods. Further disclosed are methods for treating water and waste streams that include contacting the water or waste streams with the activated carbon-supported transition metal-based nanoparticles. |
| US10011501B1 |
Automated water treatment trailer for processing multiple fluids simultaneously
A secure automated water treatment trailer for inserting chemical in a pipeline, the trailer having a frame with at least one axle and a tongue, a base, a plurality of connected walls, a top engaging each of the plurality of connected walls opposite the base forming an enclosure, a door, a plurality of discharge ports, a plurality of suction ports, a controller in communication with each of the pumps and a network, a plurality of pressure measurement devices, a power supply, a plurality of valves, and a plurality of back pressure control regulators. The secure automated water treatment trailer automatically processes multiple fluids simultaneously into the pipeline. Each fluid has fluid characteristics and a specific gravity. |
| US10011496B2 |
Process for the production of silicon dioxide particles
The present invention relates to a process for producing spherical submicron particles of amorphous silicon dioxide, in which silicon dioxide and a reducing agent is injected into a reaction vessel of zirconium oxide in molten state, said zirconium oxide is serving as a heat reservoir, in which silicon dioxide reacts with the reducing agent producing a silicon-sub-oxide vapor, said silicon-sub-oxide vapor is oxidized into said spherical submicron silicon oxide particles. |
| US10011491B2 |
Plasma etching of diamond surfaces
A polycrystalline CVD diamond material comprising a surface having a surface roughness Rq of less than 5 nm, wherein said surface is damage free to the extent that if an anisotropic thermal revealing etch is applied thereto, a number density of defects revealed by the anisotropic thermal revealing etch is less than 100 per mm2. |
| US10011485B2 |
Method for the manufacture of cyclododecasulfur
The present invention relates to a method for the manufacture of cyclododecasulfur, a cyclic sulfur allotrope wherein the number of sulfur (S) atoms in the allotrope's homocyclic ring is 12. The method includes reacting a metallasulfur derivative with an oxidizing agent in a reaction zone to form a cyclododecasulfur-containing reaction mixture. |
| US10011479B2 |
MEMS structural component including a deflectable diaphragm and a fixed counter-element as well as a method for manufacturing it
For simplifying the manufacture of a MEMS structural component including a deflectable diaphragm which spans an opening in the rear side of the structural component, and including a fixed counter-element, which is provided with passage openings, the counter-element from the base substrate of the MEMS structural component is patterned and the deflectable diaphragm is implemented in a layered structure on the base substrate. These measures are intended to improve the diaphragm properties and reduce the overall height of the MEMS structural component. |
| US10011474B2 |
Portable fluid container assembly, fluid connector and attachment
An attachment for communication of fluid from a fluid source. The attachment may include at least one fluid passage permitting fluid flow through the body of the attachment, and at least one valve engaging portion in the body. The valve engaging portion may be configured to open a valve of the fluid source when the attachment is attached to the fluid source or when the attachment is moved towards the fluid source. |
| US10011472B2 |
Valve device of direct watering type drinking water dispenser
A valve device of a direct watering type drinking water dispenser comprises a body unit formed with a water inlet through which the water purified by a filter is introduced, a water outlet through which the purified water is discharged, and a flow path enabling the water inlet to be in communication with the water outlet; a closing unit provided at the inside of the body unit to open or close the flow path; a lever provided inside the body unit and having one end inserted into the inside of the body unit while being rotatably hinged to the body unit; and a magnet provided at the inside of the body unit which opens the flow path by having the closing unit move upwards and be attached thereto by magnetic force when moved downward by a predetermined depth due to being pushed by the rotation of the lever. |
| US10011471B2 |
Apparatus and method for emptying containers, with control of a drive torque
An apparatus is provided for emptying containers, including first and second holding devices which are suitable for holding first and second regions of containers that are to be emptied, wherein the second region is a distance from the first region, including a movement device which suitable for moving the first holding device towards the second holding device to compress the container located between the first holding device and the second holding device, and including a withdrawal device which has a flow connection to the interior of the container and via which liquid located in the container can be withdrawn as a result of compression of the container, including a drive device for driving the movement device, and including a control device which controls the relative movement of one holding device relative to the other holding device as a function of an internal pressure inside the container. |
| US10011468B2 |
Pivoting load-bearing assembly with force sensor
A load-bearing assembly including a clamping-force sensor in a pivoting support assembly that is adjustable to vary a radial spacing between a pivot pin and a clamp pad mounted on the support assembly. A plurality of clamping-force sensors may be included in a plurality of pivoting clamp pad support assemblies to support a clamp pad and may be arranged to sense the magnitude of a clamping force exerted by a particular adjustable pivoting clamp pad support assembly and send signals indicative of the magnitude of the force to a controller. A load sensor may be located between a pivot pin and a bearing block, or strain gauges may be mounted in the pivoting bearing block so as to measure forces carried through the bearing block. Force values sensed and transmitted to the controller may be used to evaluate and adjust the clamp arm assembly to grasp a load with a desired clamping force or distribution of clamping forces. |
| US10011466B1 |
Lifting bag device with recessed gas inlet
A lifting device including a recessed inlet molded into an envelope structure of the lifting device at a notch section. The notch section, in turn, may include one or more protruding surfaces configured to protect the inlet, or air hose coupling attached to the inlet, from contact (e.g. falls/bumps) that may otherwise damage one or more of the air hose coupling or the recessed inlet while the lifting device is being stored, deployed, or used. |
| US10011461B2 |
Elevator
An elevator includes an elevator car; a counterweight; a drive wheel mounted stationary, and having a rotational axis; first diverting wheel(s), mounted on the elevator car, and having a rotational axis parallel with the rotational axis of the drive wheel; a second and a third diverting wheel mounted on the counterweight radially side by side, each having a rotational axis, which is at an angle of 60 to 90 degrees relative to the rotational axis of the drive wheel; a roping suspending the elevator car and counterweight and including a first belt-like rope and a second belt-like rope, each having a first end and a second end fixed to a stationary rope fixing, and each comprising one or more load bearing members made of fiber-reinforced composite material; wherein the first rope and the second rope are arranged to pass side by side from the fixing of the first end downwards to the elevator car; and to turn side by side under said first diverting wheel(s); and to pass upwards to the drive wheel; and to turn side by side over the drive wheel; and to pass downwards to the counterweight, each rope turning around its longitudinal axis an angle of 60 to 90 degrees, and into the gap between the rims of the second and third diverting wheel, the first rope passing to the second diverting wheel and the second rope passing to the third diverting wheel, the first rope passing under the second diverting wheel and the second rope passing under the third diverting wheel, the diverting wheels rotating in opposite directions guiding the ropes arriving to them from the drive wheel to turn away from each other; and to pass upwards to the fixing of the second end. |
| US10011460B2 |
Elevator dynamic displays for messaging and communication
A building elevator system is provided having: an elevator system having an elevator car; a control system configured to control the building elevator system and determine evacuation information; and a dynamic display configured to display the evacuation information when an evacuation call is received by the control system. The evacuation information includes at least one of an estimated time of arrival of the elevated car, an evacuee recommendation, a directional map, and directional instructions. |
| US10011455B2 |
Cutter assembly for stretched yarn
An assembly and method for automated cutting of undesired stretched yarn in a yarn system. Stretched yarn can hang away from the yarn system differently than desired yarn. A cutter head is positioned a predetermined distance relative to yarn traveling through the yarn system so that the stretched yarn is cut by the cutter head and the desired yarn passes the cutter head without being cut. A plurality of cutter heads can be used to cut stretched yarn hanging away from the yarn system in different locations. |
| US10011448B1 |
Sheet transport apparatus and sheet processing apparatus
A sheet transport apparatus according to an embodiment includes a roller having a surface formed from an elastic material. The roller transports a sheet. A rotation mechanism rotated the roller around an axis of the roller. A twist mechanism selectively twists the roller with respect to the axis. When the roller is twisted and the rotation mechanism rotates the roller, a sheet transported by the roller is transported in a first direction perpendicular to the axis and in a second direction parallel to the axis. When the roller is not twisted and the rotation mechanism rotates the roller, a sheet transported by the roller is transported in the first direction and not in the second direction. |
| US10011437B2 |
Overturning and shifting mechanism
An overturning and shifting mechanism, comprising: a carrier platform (10) on which a first item-sensing device (12) is disposed; a transporting device (11) on which a second item-sensing device (13) is disposed; an overturning device (14) which is positioned between the carrier platform (10) and the transporting device (11) and which comprises a driving device (141) and a rotating arm (142), the rotating arm (142) being provided with a suction structure (15) thereon; and a control device which is connected with the first item-sensing device (12), the second item-sensing device (13), the driving device (141) and the suction structure (15), wherein according to sensing signals of the first item-sensing device (12) and the second item-sensing device (13), the control device controls the driving device to drive the rotating arm (142) to rotate reciprocatingly between the carrier platform (10) and the transporting device (11), while at the same time the control device controls sucking or releasing operation of the suction structure (15). The mechanism is mainly used in production process of display devices and solves problems in contaminations and deformations due to overturning and shifting of display panels by manual operations in the conventional arts. |
| US10011429B2 |
Slat for a conveyor
A slat for a conveyor that has one or more curves. |
| US10011425B2 |
Conveyor for conveying suspended objects
A conveyor for suspended objects has a first rail profile having a first, upper track and a second track arranged below the first track, a conveyor chain having lateral friction roller pressing surfaces to drive the conveyor chain continuously in the first track. Holding adapters for conveyed objects are coupled to the conveyor chain, with the holding adapters being transferred into the first rail profile by an induct switch. A pressing piece arranged on a side of the conveyor chain opposite the drive roller is adjustable between an active and a passive position. The adjustment path of the pressing piece is dimensioned such that in the active position the conveyor chain is in contact with the drive roller and in the passive position the conveyor chain is not in contact with the drive roller, whereby in the active position the drive roller can be driven by the conveyor chain. |
| US10011424B1 |
Front load refuse container and lift pocket assembly
A front load refuse container made according to this invention has its four walls integrally formed out of a single piece of sheet metal. To form the walls, the single sheet is welded along a single vertical seam to form a circular-shaped ring. The circular-shaped ring is subjected to a swaging process that produces a rectangular-shaped ring with rounded corners. The container includes a lift pocket, formed from a single sheet, that defines half-hexagon-shaped prong receiving channel. |
| US10011422B2 |
Aeration apparatus for tanks containing powdered materials or the like
An aeration apparatus to ease the emptying of a mass of powdered material from any kind of container. The apparatus comprises a vibrating membrane coupled to a device for pulling and fastening it to the container wall, so that said membrane adheres to the inner surface of the container wall. The apparatus is characterized in that the inner surface of membrane has a number of grooves shaped as radial recesses formed only on the lower half of the inner surface of the membrane itself. Each radial section of any radial recess is advantageously venturi-shaped. |
| US10011421B2 |
Capsules and dispensing machine
A capsule includes a deformable and/or compressible casing, provided with a base wall and a side wall defining a cavity that is open and suitable for containing an initial product to obtain a final food product. A supporting element is fixed to a first edge of the casing and facing the cavity and a nozzle is fixed to the supporting element and arranged for delivering a fluid into the cavity which interacts with the initial product to make the final product. The nozzle also opens the base wall and enables the final product to exit when the casing is compressed and crushed. |
| US10011420B2 |
Lighter holder for cigarette and cigar packs
A lighter holder for a cigarette or cigar package, comprising a substantially rectangular member foldable into the lighter holder, the rectangular member having a length and a width and five discrete panels defined in the length direction by foldable score lines in the width direction, the second and fourth panels being internally foldable and having apertures at corresponding locations in the width directions thereof. |
| US10011416B2 |
Apparatus and method for making inflated articles
A sealing device generally includes a rotatable support cylinder having an outer, circumferential surface and a heating element disposed about such surface and secured thereto such that the heating element rotates therewith. The heating element is coiled about the outer surface of the cylinder in the form of an overlapping helical pattern. Juxtaposed film plies may be sealed together by bringing the sealing device into rotational contact with the juxtaposed film plies and heating the heating element to a temperature sufficient to cause the film plies to seal together. |
| US10011415B1 |
Packing tray for stack of hollow conical objects
Packing tray for protecting fragile hollow conical objects, such as conical ice cream cones, which allows a stack of such conical objects to be held securely in a pocket of the packing tray, and which allows a plurality of stacked trays and objects to be packaged in cartons. The packing tray is a plastic foam sheet having a top wall and one or more recessed elongated pockets extending downwardly from the top wall, each pocket holding a stack of conical objects. Each pocket includes a floating bottom and flexible and fluted sidewall pleats for dissipating exterior applied forces and snugly engaging a stack of cones held in the pocket, thereby improving product protection, in a relatively low cost and lighter weight construction. |
| US10011413B1 |
Drinking straw wrapper having separable and easily replaceable upper portion providing reusable straw top cover
A drinking straw wrapper comprises an upper portion and a lower portion detachably engaged with the upper portion. The upper and lower portions are collectively configured to enclose a drinking straw. Detachment of the upper portion from the lower portion creates an opening in the upper portion and an opening in the lower portion, with the opening in the upper portion being substantially wider than the opening in the lower portion so as to facilitate replacement of the upper portion on a top of the straw after its initial removal therefrom. The upper portion may be formed from a first material and the lower portion formed from a second material different than the first material. Alternatively, the upper portion may be formed from a material having a first thickness and the lower portion formed from a same material but having a second thickness that is less than the first thickness. |
| US10011399B1 |
Fabrication of polymeric dental devices and aids
A hermetically sealed enclosure for use in fabricating a polymeric dental article. Monomers are mixed within the enclosure by squeezing a first burst pouch to break a first burst seal between it and a second burst pouch and manipulating the enclosure by hand to initiate a polymerization reaction while the enclosure remains hermetically sealed. A second burst seal between the second burst pouch and a dispensing funnel chamber is broken by further squeezing which forces the mixture into the dispensing funnel chamber. The mixture is dispensed from an outlet of the dispensing funnel chamber by further squeezing after a tear-off strip closing the outlet has been torn off. |
| US10011398B2 |
Closure with a slider for bag
A reclosable bag zipper having a female profile assembly that terminates in a first curled end. A male profile assembly opposes the female profile assembly to selectively close the opening. The male profile assembly terminates in a second curled end. A riser is formed by non-uniform portions of the curled ends at one end of the bag. The slider has a dividing member and depending opposing first and second sides that define a central channel for receiving the curled ends. The curled ends create a distal bias against the slider, wherein: the first and second sides engage the profiles when moved in a closing direction; the dividing member separates the profiles when moved in an opening direction opposite to the closing direction; and when the slider is moved in the closing direction onto the riser, the dividing member moves distally away from the profiles so that the zipper may be fully closed. |
| US10011397B2 |
Enhancements to spaced multi-rib closure
The present disclosure relates to spaced multi-rib zippers, reclosures or closures for flexible packaging, wherein openings or lines of weakness are created between rows of mating elements. |
| US10011396B2 |
Reclosable pouch having a clicking closure device
A reclosable pouch includes a first bag wall. A second bag wall opposing the first bag wall is joined to the first bag wall to form an interior of the pouch with an opening to the interior. A first male closure element coupled to the first bag wall defines a plurality of deformed segments and a plurality of normal segments alternating along a length thereof. A first female closure element coupled to the second bag wall engages with the first male closure element to seal the opening of the pouch and to generate a first sound. A second female closure element coupled to the second bag wall engages with the second male closure element to seal the opening of the pouch and to generate a second sound differing from the first sound. |
| US10011394B2 |
Reusable mailer bag
A reusable mailer bag includes a front panel, a rear panel, a pair of side panels, and a bottom panel. The panels together define a carrying volume including an opening opposite the bottom panel. A pair of handles are attached to an interior surface of the carrying volume and are configured for positioning entirely within the carrying volume during shipping. The pair of handles are configured to extend out of the opening to convert the reusable mailer bag for use as a carrying bag. A flap is attached to the rear panel at a first end and is configured to extend across the opening to close the opening. The flap is securable to the front panel at a second end by an adhesive strip. The flap is configured to be removed from the mailer bag after shipping. |
| US10011392B2 |
Backpack insert with pockets
An insert for a backpack includes an inner pocket assembly having staggered pockets. The inner pocket assembly is attached to the back panel of the insert. Arms are attached to the sides of the insert. The arms are configured to wrap in front to the insert and connect to each other. Each pocket of the staggered pockets include an opening in the bottom corners. |
| US10011391B2 |
Bottles with means to prevent gushing
The present invention relates to hydrophobic coating of hydrophilic bottles for carbonated beverages to prevent gushing, in particular to hydrophobic coating of the bottle neck of a glass bottle. The invention also relates to a method to apply such hydrophobic coating to the inner surface of the glass bottle neck. |
| US10011390B2 |
Prefabricated pallet
Provided is a prefabricated pallet including a vertical member having a first coupling part formed in a longitudinal direction in which first side holding plates are formed on an upper or lower surface of the vertical member so as to be directed toward the center thereof and provide a first insertion space and a first holding space; a horizontal member having a second coupling part formed in a longitudinal direction in which second side holding plates are formed on a lower surface of the horizontal member so as to be directed toward the center thereof and provide a second insertion space and a second holding space; and a bracket that includes upper and lower insertion plates inserted into the first insertion space and the second insertion space and column plates inserted into the first holding space and the second holding space and formed between the upper and lower insertion plates. |
| US10011385B2 |
Label applicator
A label applicator, system, and method for applying labels to curved sides of objects, such as cell culture dishes, is provided. In an aspect, the label applicator includes a body having a first side and a second side, the second side comprising a curved surface; a base; at least one first resilient member having a defined length between a first end and a second end; and at least one second resilient member engaging the body and the base, wherein the second end of the at least one first resilient member is configured to removably attach to a label and, when the label is in contact with the second end and an object, to apply a pressure to the label that increases as the at least one first resilient member and at least one second resilient member are compressed. The system may also include a label verifier and/or label verification system. |
| US10011381B2 |
Process and apparatus for the treatment or processing of containers for substances for medical, pharmaceutical or cosmetic applications
Disclosed is a process for the treatment or processing of containers that serve for storing, or contain, substances for medical, pharmaceutical or cosmetic applications, wherein the containers are conveyed automatically, by a conveyor, past at least one processing station or pass it for the treatment or processing. In the process, a plurality of containers is conveyed by the conveyor while being held by a carrier in a regular arrangement. The containers held on the carrier are raised to a raised position for the treatment or processing at or in the respective processing station and are lowered after the treatment or processing, to be held again on the carrier in the regular arrangement. The carrier is configured such that the containers can be held on the carrier during the entire process. A negative pressure acts on the bottoms of the containers in order to lower them. |
| US10011379B2 |
Apparatus and method for reducing restoring forces of package sleeves in a filling machine
A method for reducing restoring forces of package sleeves in a filling machine, where flat-folded package sleeves are removed from a magazine of the filling machine, erected to form a package sleeve forming a parallelogram in cross-section and then transferred to a transport device for transporting the upright package sleeve along a transport path. In order to enable a reduction in the restoring force adapted to the particular material of the package sleeve without increasing the cycle time for the removal and unfolding of the flat-folded package sleeve, the restoring force is reduced by temporarily increasing the internal angle between the package walls at the outer fold edges to more than 90° while the upright package sleeve is located on the transport path of the transport device. The reduction of the restoring force can be accomplished during the movement or during a standstill of the package sleeve on the transport path. |
| US10011375B1 |
System and method for micro dosing
A system and method of micro dosing containers on a conveying system is disclosed. The system includes a supply tank to maintain suspended solids in a mixture; a dosing assembly to inject micro-doses of the mixture into bottles; a recirculation assembly to circulate the mixture from the supply tank to the dosing assembly and back to the supply tank; a power and controls operation assembly to supply the system with power, to provide the system with electromechanical control and/or to provide a user interface; and a stand to hold at least the supply tank, the portable dosing assembly, the recirculation assembly and/or the power and/or controls operation assembly. |
| US10011371B2 |
Control device, control method, and flight vehicle device
[Object] To provide a control device which enables a flight vehicle device to obtain a highly precise image.[Solution] Provided is the control device including an illuminating control unit configured to adjust a light amount of an illuminating device according to an inclination of a body of a flight vehicle device that has an imaging device configured to photograph a photographing target and the illuminating device configured to illuminate the photographing target. |
| US10011368B1 |
Aircraft staircase protection system
A system and method for protecting an aircraft staircase having a plurality of steps positioned between two sides comprises a step cover configured to be removably coupled to the plurality of steps, a first side cover configured to drape over and be removably coupled to a first one of the sides, and a second side cover configured to drape over and be removably coupled to a second one of the sides, the step cover, the first side cover and the second side cover comprising a lightweight, flexible material. A hood is removably coupled to the first and second side covers or to the staircase to cover and temporarily block access to the staircase. |
| US10011364B1 |
Collapsable ripcord grip
Apparatuses and systems for activating parachutes are provided. For example, in an embodiment an apparatus includes a flexible concave shaped member between at least two layers of outer material. The outer layers are secured to each other. A first tuck flap and a second tuck flap are formed from portions of the outer layers of material. A plurality of locking tabs is secured to the outer layers of material. A handle and lanyard are secured to the outer layers and flexible material. A first locking pin is secured to one end of the lanyard and a second locking pin is secure to the other end of the lanyard. |
| US10011361B2 |
Aircraft environmental control system providing improved performance and backup temperature control
An Environmental Control System (ECS) which includes a heat exchanger (HX) and an air conditioning unit (ACU) upstream of the heat exchanger. The heat exchanger receives flows of hot air bled from a plurality of aircraft engines and flows of cold ambient air drawn from the aircraft exterior for use by the heat exchanger and the air conditioning unit for heating and cooling the interior cabin of the aircraft. The environmental control system may operate in one of several modes, whether the heat exchanger and air conditioning unit are operating normally or have failed. In a normal mode, the air conditioning unit and heat exchanger operate in series. In an “ACU only” mode, the air conditioning unit operates without the heat exchanger. In an “HX only” mode, the heat exchanger operates without the air conditioning unit. In an “ECS off” mode, both the heat exchanger and air conditioning unit are bypassed. |
| US10011359B2 |
Aircraft galley unit
In order to provide an aircraft galley which is equipped with a sink structure ensuring a work space for crews in a galley and a wide drainage region, an aircraft galley unit according to the present invention includes a hot and cold water supply system, a sink structure, and a work table, wherein the sink structure is formed of a double structure including a first sink in which a portion of the work table is formed as a recessed portion, and a box-shaped second sink provided above the first sink. |
| US10011354B2 |
Self-enclosed air vehicle
Vehicles such as unmanned air vehicles that are capable of movement from an open, flight configuration to an enclosed configuration in which all major flight components can be protected by an outer shell are disclosed. In the enclosed configuration, the vehicles can take on standard geometric shapes such as a rectangular prism, sphere, cylinder, or another shape, so as to not be recognizable as an unmanned air vehicle. Embodiments of vehicles can also include interchangeable and/or wireless motor arms, motor arms which are electrically connected to the remainder of the vehicle only when in an open configuration, remote controllers removably attached to the remainder of the vehicle, and clip or other attachment mechanisms for attachment to objects such as backpacks. |
| US10011352B1 |
System, mobile base station and umbilical cabling and tethering (UCAT) assist system
An aspect of the embodiments includes a system comprising a mobile base station having a power supply, a fluid medium source; and processors operable to generate control signals to control a first unmanned self-propelled (FUSP) vehicle, having a tool with a dispended tool output, and to affect the dispensed tool output; and an umbilical cabling and tethering (UCAT) apparatus to interconnect the USP vehicle and the mobile base station. Cords connect to the FUSP vehicle, one or more of the power supply, the control signals and fluid medium source. The system includes a UCAT assist device comprising a second unmanned self-propelled (SUSP) vehicle having a fastener member, removably coupled to a fastener member of the UCAT apparatus. The UCAT assist device when attached to the UCAT apparatus assists a portion of the cords of the UCAT apparatus. Embodiments include a UCAT assist system. |
| US10011351B2 |
Passenger pod assembly transportation system
In some embodiments, a passenger pod assembly transportation system includes a transportation services provider computing system and a plurality of flying frame flight control systems, wherein the system is configured to receive, at the transportation services provider computing system, a request for transportation of a passenger pod assembly having a current location and a destination; upload a flight plan to a flight control system of a flying frame including an airframe and a propulsion system; dispatch the flying frame to the current location of the passenger pod assembly; couple the flying frame to the passenger pod assembly at the current location of the passenger pod assembly; transport the passenger pod assembly by air from the current location of the passenger pod assembly to the destination of the passenger pod assembly; and decouple the passenger pod assembly from the flying frame at the destination of the passenger pod assembly. |
| US10011347B2 |
Irreversible roller clutch for preventing back drive
Systems and methods are provided for an irreversible clutch to prevent back-drive. The irreversible clutch may transfer torque and/or rotation received at a first end to a second end, but may not transfer torque and/or rotation received at the second end to the first end. The irreversible clutch may prevent unintended adjustment of one or more rudder pedals and/or a rudder pedal assembly. |
| US10011345B2 |
Braided composite spar
A braided composite spar or preform for a braided composite spar, comprising a plurality of tubular plies of braided fibers, wherein the spar or preform extends lengthwise from a root to a tip, and the spar or preform has a tapered portion in which each ply has a height which reduces and a width which increases as it extends toward the tip. The spar or preform can be used to provide a tubular main spar for a winglet. The winglet also has a front spar with a front spar web, an upper front spar cap, and a lower front spar cap. An upper skin of the winglet is joined to the braided spar and the upper front spar cap. A lower skin of the winglet is joined to the braided spar and the lower front spar cap. |
| US10011344B1 |
Plasma control and power system
An improved high-voltage AC power supply energizes and regulates plasma actuators for aerodynamic flow control. Such plasma actuators are used, for example, on aerodynamic surfaces, wind turbine blades, and the like for vehicle control, drag or noise reduction, or efficient power generation. Various embodiments of the power supply are small, compact, lightweight, portable, modular, self-contained in its own housing, easily replaceable and swappable, autonomous, self-cooling, and/or gangable in series or parallel to provide any desired control authority over the selected surface. In some embodiments, the parameters for the plasma electronics can be manually selected and pre-programmed for a specific application, while in preferred embodiments, the plasma electronics can automatically identify the appropriate parameters and self-tune the performance of the plasma actuators. |
| US10011335B2 |
Underwater vehicle design and control methods
Vehicles designed to use ground effect forces to control a positioning of the vehicle relative to a surface as well as their methods of use are described. |
| US10011334B2 |
Marine object able to float on water, comprising a deployable device for emitting and/or receiving electromagnetic waves
An underwater vehicle able to float on the surface of the water comprises a body delimited at least partially by a curved surface, the body defining an enclosure, the underwater vehicle comprising an arm mounted with at least one emitter or at least one receiver of electromagnetic waves, the arm being linked to the body by an articulation joint with a degree of freedom in rotation about an axis of rotation, the articulation joint allowing the arm to pivot reversibly between a retracted position, in which the arm is housed in the enclosure and is flush with the curved surface of the body, and a deployed position in which the arm extends out of the enclosure, the arm comprising a curved outer surface along the length of the arm, being flush with the curved surface of the body when the arm is in its retracted position. |
| US10011332B2 |
Modular electronic activation system
This invention discloses an inflator mechanism for rafts and life vests that performs a multitude of functions required for rescue and underwater deployment of personnel and devices. The inner cylinder in this disclosure is actuated by a plethora of inputs, manual, automatic selectable pressure sensing, or dualled hydrostatic sensors which can each be safely selected by function selection. Since the inflator uses spring discs to drive a penetrator which mechanically punctures a membrane of an inflation gas source and actuated by an electronically controlled solenoid, dissolvable elements, conductivity switches and preset check valve actuators are eliminated increasing the safety and reliability of the actuator. Electronic control further permits user enabling of inflation depth actuation and the multiple water sensors prevent failure of actuation due to splashes and humidity effects on sensors. The actuator mechanism is self cocking, indicates proper installation of gas source enables use of several gas source cylinders and is multiply reusable. |
| US10011329B1 |
Convertible watercraft
In at least some embodiments, the invention is directed to a watercraft that includes a selectively attachable motor mount. |
| US10011328B2 |
Vessel
The present invention relates to a vessel having a superstructure that is movable to increase and/or reduce space in one of at least two zones on the deck of the vessel. The invention further relates to an amphibious vehicle having motive pods that move in an athwartship direction and then downwardly when the motive pods are deployed. The invention further provides for a ramp arrangement for a vessel that allows for an increased amount of deck space, and facilitates ingress and/or egress from the vessel by cargo or passengers. |
| US10011326B2 |
Watercraft lift and automatic watercraft cover
A boat lift with hydraulically or mechanically actuated arms which self-installs a fitted three-dimensional boat cover on a powerboat. The control logic of the system allows for cover operation only when the lift is raised. A spring-tensioned roller keeps the cover tight and self-rolls the cover on the roller when the actuated arms are pivoted forward. The roller is hidden behind the boat in ‘cover-on’ position. A slip clutch prevents the torsion spring from being over tightened. The forward position of the roller is adjusted by adjusting the hydraulic cylinder length. The rearward position of the roller is adjusted by limiting the retracted position of the hydraulic cylinder. A non-hydraulic embodiment actuates the cover when the lift is operated. |
| US10011319B2 |
Bicycle brake assisting apparatus
A bicycle brake assisting apparatus may comprise a main body, a traction apparatus, two control cable members, a rear brake tube, and a front brake tube, and the traction apparatus further comprises an operating block and a rotating piece which are pivotally connected with each other. The bicycle brake assisting apparatus of the present invention is configured to achieve the effect of stopping the rear wheel of the bicycle first and concurrently stopping the rear wheel and the front wheel of the bicycle thereafter regardless of pulling a left brake lever, a right brake lever, or both of the brake levers of a bicycle, thus increasing safety of use for a cyclist. |
| US10011316B2 |
Vehicle with foldable double-wheel assembly
The present invention relates to a vehicle with foldable double-wheel assembly having two states, one first state as a pedaled tricycle and a second state as a running bike, comprising: a frame; a single-wheel assembly; two pedals for driving the steering wheel to roll; a handlebar assembly matching with said single-wheel assembly for control steering; and a double-wheel assembly. |
| US10011308B2 |
Tailgate assembly
A tailgate assembly of a vehicle includes a tailgate, a left workpiece holder, and a right workpiece holder. The tailgate is elongated along an axis from a vehicle-left end to a vehicle-right end. The tailgate includes a left pocket at the vehicle-left end and a right pocket at the vehicle-right end. The left workpiece holder has an L shape and is configured to slidably engage the left pocket along the axis, and the right workpiece holder has an L shape and is configured to slidably engage the right pocket along the axis. |
| US10011307B2 |
Modular fender assembly
A modular fender assembly for a vehicle includes a fender body having first and second body portions defining respective portions of the exterior of the fender body. First and second joiner brackets are bonded onto inner ends of the first and second body portions respectively. The joiner brackets have joiner flanges which can be joined with one another in parallel abutment to join the first and second body portions. Either body portion of the fender can thus be trimmed to length to suit the application prior to bonding the joiner bracket in position according to the new trimmed length. The joiner brackets typically have multiple overlapping and interlocking joiner flanges which span across the abutted seam between the two adjacent fender body portions, including upright stiffener flanges, for improving strength to reduce bending and sagging of the fender assembly at the seam. |
| US10011304B1 |
Localized rocker reinforcement insert
A vehicle rocker assembly is provided. The vehicle rocker assembly may include an outer panel, a side sill, and an insert. The side sill may define at least two cavities with the outer panel. The insert may be disposed in the cavities. The insert may include a longitudinally extending U-shaped carrier and a plurality of reinforcement members attached to the U-shape carrier. The plurality of reinforcement members may be spaced apart from a bottom of the U-shaped carrier by a predetermined distance. |
| US10011303B1 |
Vehicle frame, body, and cabin structure assembly
An automotive vehicle includes a body with a cabin. The cabin includes a cabin floor, and a rail member is disposed within the cabin. The vehicle also includes a frame having a frame structural member. The vehicle additionally includes a body structural member disposed below the cabin floor. The vehicle further includes a first bulkhead disposed between the body structural member and the cabin floor, and a second bulkhead disposed between the body structural member and the cabin floor. A gap is provided between at least a portion of the first bulkhead and the second bulkhead. A first fastener secures the body structural member to the frame structural member. The first fastener passes through a first location in the gap. A second fastener secures the body structural member to the rail member. The second fastener passes through a second location in the gap. |
| US10011299B2 |
Trailer angle detection using rear camera
A trailer angle detection system and method of detecting a trailer of a vehicle including a wide-angle camera and a controller. The controller is configured to receive a signal from the wide-angle camera representative of an area behind the vehicle. The controller transforms the signal into a top-down image. The controller determines a first plurality of values. Each of the first plurality of values is indicative of an amount of symmetry in a region of the top-down image. The controller determines a second plurality of values. Each of the second plurality of values is indicative of how closely a shape in the top-down image matches a predetermined shape. Then, the controller determines an estimate of an articulation angle based on the first plurality of values and the second plurality of values. Then controller performs an automated vehicle maneuver based on the estimate of the articulation angle. |
| US10011292B2 |
Collapsible storage device for temporary attachment to a shopping cart
A storage device for removable attachment to a shopping cart includes a collapsible container having an interior storage space accessible through an upper opening; and an attachment assembly secured to the collapsible container and including at least one attachment for removably securing the collapsible container to the shopping cart. The at least one attachment can be one or more pairs of hooks of different sizes interchangeably and removably attached to the collapsible container. The attachment assembly includes an attachment bracket secured to the collapsible container that forms one or more pairs of spaced-apart predetermined attachment locations for the one or more pairs of hooks. |
| US10011288B2 |
Railcar coupler system and method
A railcar coupler includes a coupler head portion extending from a shank portion. The coupler head portion is configured to couple to a first coupler knuckle for coupling the railcar coupler to a second railcar coupler of an adjacent railcar. The coupler head portion comprises a nose portion and a gathering face extending from the nose portion for engaging a second coupler knuckle coupled to the second railcar coupler. The coupler head portion comprises a guard arm portion extending from the nose portion towards the shank portion. The coupler head portion comprises a horn portion having a back surface. A distance between the back surface of the horn portion and a nose end of the guard arm portion is less than 11 inches. The coupler head portion comprises a locklifter shelf less than 2 inches above a bottom edge of the coupler. |
| US10011286B2 |
Front door for railcar
The present disclosure relates to a front door to be provided on an end panel of an end portion of a railcar. The front door includes a hinge provided at a first vertical side portion on the front door, the hinge supporting the front door rotatably toward the car interior side, a lock mechanism provided at a second vertical side portion on the front door, the lock mechanism locking the front door, and an emergency support mechanism that holds the front door on the end panel upon collision of an object with the front door in a locked state. |
| US10011285B2 |
Device, system, and method for pictorial language for autonomous vehicle
The autonomous vehicle visual language system displays a plan sentence to an operator of an autonomous vehicle. The plan sentence includes visual syntax, the visual syntax being images displayed in predetermined configurations to convey specific information associated with any maneuvers the autonomous vehicle plans to execute. The visual syntax allows for a structured layering of information such that the plan sentence can display more complex information. The operator of the autonomous vehicle can process individual warnings and information more quickly, even when the operator has never seen a particular warning or element of information before. Additionally, the system 100 allows for personalization of a driver model to more closely reflect the operator's driving style, which is then implemented in the visual language displayed as the plan sentence. |
| US10011280B2 |
Method of operating a power path with continuously power-split transmission and with secondarily coupled power split
A method for operating a vehicle drive-train having a continuously power-branched transmission with secondary coupling. In the open operating condition of reversing clutches of a reversing gear unit, torque applied in the area of a drive output can be supported by a range group in the area of a variator. In the event of a command to interrupt the power flow between a drive engine and the drive output, it is checked whether the vehicle is on an inclined surface and if the result of that inquiry is positive, the power flow between the drive engine and the transmission is interrupted at the latest when the rotational speed of the drive output is reduced to zero by opening the reversing clutches, while the active connection between the drive output and the variator is maintained by way of the range group. |
| US10011277B2 |
Vehicle collision avoidance
A path of a target object is predicted. A path of a non-moving host vehicle is predicted based on at least one of a predetermined host vehicle acceleration and a predetermined host vehicle speed. A threat number for the target is determined based at least in part on the predicted path of the host vehicle, the threat number indicating a probability of a collision between the target and the host vehicle. A brake is actuated when the threat number is above a threat number threshold. |
| US10011276B2 |
Collision avoidance device
A configuration includes: a target-motion prediction unit (5) that calculates predicted movement ranges of one or more other vehicles (60) based on target tracking; an inter-target collision possibility estimator (6) that estimates a collision possibility based on overlap of predicted movement ranges of the other vehicles (60); a target-motion re-prediction unit (7) that again calculates predicted movement ranges to avoid collision when the collision possibility between the other vehicles (60) exists; an own-motion prediction unit (10) that calculates a predicted movement range of a user's vehicle (50) based on an observation result; and an own-collision possibility estimator (11) that estimates collision possibilities between the user's vehicle (50) and the other vehicles (60) based on overlap of the final predicted movement ranges of the other vehicles (60) and the predicted movement range of the user's vehicle (50). |
| US10011274B2 |
Parking assistance system and method for parking a vehicle in a parking garage
A parking assistance system for parking a vehicle in a parking garage includes a measuring sensor system, with at least one sensor which is arranged on at least one end of the vehicle, and which measures a contour of the parking garage. The parking assistance system further includes a steering control unit, which automatically steers the vehicle from a stopping point into a parking end position inside the parking garage. |
| US10011271B2 |
Hybrid vehicle
A control process including the following steps is executed. The control process includes, at the time of switching from series-parallel mode to series mode, a step of reducing an engine torque, a step of releasing a clutch, a step of reducing a reaction torque of a first rotary electric machine and a step of increasing a torque of a second rotary electric machine, and, when synchronization is started and a step of increasing a positive torque of the first MG, a step of starting engagement of a clutch, and, when a rotation speed of the first rotary electric machine and a rotation speed of an engine are synchronous with each other, a step of engaging the clutch. |
| US10011270B2 |
Apparatus and method of controlling vehicle
An electric vehicle control apparatus includes a first motor generator, a booster, and a controller. The booster boosts an input voltage to the first motor generator. The controller controls the first motor generator to drive a load with regenerative power supplied during braking of an electric vehicle and to be driven at an inefficient operating point within an operable range of the first motor generator in a case where the regenerative power is used, the booster boosting an input voltage to the first motor generator so as to expand the operable range. |
| US10011269B2 |
Identifying in-range fuel pressure sensor error
Methods and systems are provided for diagnosing an in-range error of a pressure sensor arranged downstream of a lift pump in a fuel system of a vehicle. In one example, a method may include performing feedback control of the lift pump based on output of the pressure sensor, monitoring the pressure sensor output for flattening during the application of the voltage pulses, and adjusting operation of the fuel system depending on whether the pressure sensor output flattens for at least a threshold duration, which is indicative of an in-range error. The method may further include dynamically learning a setpoint pressure of a pressure relief valve of the fuel system and a fuel vapor pressure within the fuel system by monitoring pressure sensor output while adjusting the duty cycle of voltage pulses applied to the lift pump. |
| US10011267B2 |
Stall-start method and apparatus for a parallel hybrid vehicle
The application relates to a method for stall-starting a hybrid vehicle comprising a combustion engine (12), an electric machine (14), a transmission (16) and two clutches (20, 22). In a first stall phase torque output of the combustion engine (12) is increased and compensated by the electric machine (14) operating as a generator. In the second start phase the method comprises configuring the electric machine (14) not to operate as a generator, in particular to operate as a motor. A further independent claim is directed to a stall-start apparatus. This avoids overheating the clutches (20, 22) and battery depletion, while at the same time providing high acceleration. |
| US10011262B2 |
Powertrain control system and method
The present invention relates to a powertrain control system (1) for a vehicle. The powertrain control system (1) includes a torque limit calculator (47) for generating a torque control signal based (57) on one or more vehicle operating parameters. A torque request module (43) is provided for generating a torque request signal (45) and a torque control module (7) controls the torque applied by the powertrain. The torque control module (7) is configured to receive the torque request signal (45) from the torque request module (43) and the torque control signal (57) from the torque limit calculator (47) and to control the torque applied by the powertrain in dependence on the torque request signal (45) and the torque control signal (57). The present invention also relates to a control system; and a method of operating a powertrain control system. |
| US10011255B2 |
Vehicle brake system and vehicle brake system control method
A vehicle brake system for giving an excellent brake feeling to a driver includes: a stroke detector configured to detect a stroke of a brake pedal; a brake fluid pressure generator including a motor actuator and configured to generate a brake fluid pressure by operation of the motor actuator, and a controller configured to control the operation of the motor actuator on the basis of a detected value by the stroke detector. The controller has a base required-deceleration map for obtaining a base required-deceleration associated with a detected value by the stroke detector; a responsive-feeling required-deceleration map for obtaining a responsive-feeling required-deceleration associated with the detected value by the stroke detector; and a phase-lag processor applying phase-lag processing on the responsive-feeling required-deceleration, and control the operation of the motor actuator on the basis of the required-deceleration and the responsive-feeling required-deceleration applied with the phase-lag processing. |
| US10011251B2 |
Cleaning device for vehicle-mounted camera
An air passage and two lines of cleaning liquid paths are provided in a nozzle, and the air passage is bifurcated into two lines of distal end portions. A secondary tank is provided upstream of the cleaning liquid paths. A distal end portion of a cleaning liquid path and the distal end portion of the air passage are merged. When a compressed air is supplied to the air passage, the resulting air flow makes the inside of the secondary tank to be negative pressure. Thus, the cleaning liquid can be made into the form of a mist, and is suctioned, and the cleaning liquid in the form of a mist and the compressed air are mixed, whereby it is possible to clean a lens surface and to reduce the amount of cleaning liquid used. |
| US10011250B2 |
Adapter comprising flexible tongues for a wiping system
An adapter with flexible tongues for wiper systems is disclosed. The adapter has retractable locking buttons, each fixed to the end of a flexible tongue, that are disposed facing each other so that their respective tongues move toward each other on insertion of said adapter in said end fitting, said tongues being disposed so as to cross over during insertion of said adapter in said end fitting. |
| US10011249B2 |
Windshield wiper system with two opposite wipers and two reversing motors
In the case of a windshield wiper system with two opposite wipers 1, 2, 4, 5 and two reversing motors 6, 7, the risk of a collision of the wipers can be diminished greatly in that a defined phase displacement is generated between the wiping movements of the two wipers, which are driven in a reversing manner, with the aid of the lever mechanism 8 associated with the reversing motors, and said phase displacement is arranged so that the one wiper is leading relative to the other wiper in the first wiping direction and lagging in the second wiping direction. |
| US10011247B2 |
Control, monitoring and/or security apparatus and method
An apparatus, including a memory which stores information regarding a limitation or restriction for allowing or prohibiting a control, monitoring, or security, operation, regarding a vehicle or a premises, a first controller located remote from the vehicle or premises, which is specially programmed to perform the control, monitoring, or security, operation, regarding the vehicle or premises. The first controller receives a first signal transmitted from a second controller. The first signal contains information regarding a control, monitoring, or security, operation, regarding the vehicle or premises. The second controller is located at a location remote from the first controller and remote from the vehicle or premises. The first controller determines, utilizing the information regarding the limitation or restriction, whether the control, monitoring, or security, operation, is allowed. |
| US10011246B2 |
Belt tensioner for a safety belt system
A belt tensioner for a seat belt system comprises a pinion (10) pivoted about an axis of rotation A which is adapted to be coupled to a best reel of a belt retractor, a drive unit, a force transmission element (12) and a guide means. By activating the drive unit the force transmission element (12) is moved along the guide means so that it engages in the pinion (10). The guide means includes a portion (16) which is deformable in a direction x perpendicular to the axis of rotation A of the pinion (10) and to the direction of movement y of the force transmission element (12). |
| US10011243B2 |
Passenger airbag having head orienting extension and depression
An airbag system includes an airbag having a main portion having a first periphery. The main portion is inflatable in an inflation direction to a first thickness. An extension extends from the main portion and has a second periphery spaced from the first periphery. The extension is inflatable in the inflation direction to a second thickness. The first periphery and the second periphery define a gap therebetween. A depression is disposed between the main portion and the extension at the gap and the depression has a third thickness in the inflation direction less than the first thickness and the second thickness. The extension and the depression may receive a head of an occupant during an oblique impact, in which the head of the occupant may avoid the main portion of the airbag. |
| US10011240B1 |
Vehicle console with coupled motion and enhanced storage capabilities
An apparatus for an interior vehicle compartment comprises a seat adapted for moving in a travel direction and a console coupled to the movable seat. The console may include one or more of the following: (a) a collapsible portion for collapsing as a body portion of the console travels with the movable seat in the travel direction; (b) a stepped interface for connecting with the movable seat; (c) a rear drawer with a tiltable door to facilitate access by rear passengers; and (d) a deployable holder for a mobile handheld computer. A stationary base may also be provided for supporting the console during movement, such as along guide rails, which base may contain HVAC components, such as ducts, or electronic components, such as wires. Instead of a mechanical connection using a stepped interface, the coupled movement may also be achieved by commonly controlled motors for the seat and console. |
| US10011239B2 |
Communication system
A communication system includes a control device and a plurality of electric units configured to be connected to the control device respectively to communicate with each other, and each of the plurality of electric units having a unique identifier. Each of the plurality of electric units comprises a resistor configured to set the corresponding identifiers. The respective resistors of the plurality of electric units are connected to each other in series to form a setting circuit. The control device is configured to determine the corresponding identifiers of the plurality of respective electric units based on magnitudes of respective voltages applied to the plurality of respective resistors in the setting circuit, and to send signals indicating the determined identifiers to the plurality of electric units, respectively. |
| US10011236B2 |
Tire tread collection device
In some embodiments, a tire tread collection device is provided which may be coupled to any vehicle preferably having one or more tires. The device may include one or more vertical supports which may be coupled to a debris screen. The debris screen may have a first end, with a collection aperture, and a second end. The first end and collection aperture may be positioned behind and proximate to one or more tires of a vehicle. Preferably, the device may include a first vertical support and a second vertical support which may each be coupled to opposite sides of the collection aperture and which may also be coupled to an opposing side of the vehicle so that one or more tires are positioned approximately between the vertical supports. Tire debris thrown from the tires may enter the debris screen through the collection aperture of the first end and be retained therein between the first end and the second end. |
| US10011228B2 |
Hitch angle detection for trailer backup assist system using multiple imaging devices
A trailer backup assist system is provided herein. A plurality of imaging devices is configured to capture rear-vehicle images. A controller is configured to receive output from each imaging device. The controller processes the output from each imaging device to track a number of trailer features. The controller determines a confidence score for the output of each imaging device. The confidence score is determined based on the number of trailer features being tracked and a tracking quality of each trailer feature. The controller also determines a hitch angle between a vehicle and a trailer based on the output associated with whichever imaging device yielded the highest confidence score. |
| US10011223B1 |
Vehicle rotary lamp with variable intensity
A vehicle is provided that includes a liftgate, a trim panel located on an interior side of the liftgate, and a rotary lamp assembly assembled on the trim panel. The rotary lamp assembly includes a rotary bezel and a lamp supported on the bezel, wherein the lamp assembly is rotatable about at least one axis to redirect light output from the lamp. |
| US10011221B2 |
Lighted visor mirror with a removable lighting module
A visor assembly including a visor, a mirror attached to the visor a diffused light source, and a directional light source. The diffused light source and directional light sources are disposed in a modular housing that is removable from the mirror assembly. The diffused light source is powered by the vehicle electrical system. The directional light source is independently operable and powered by a separate rechargeable battery. |
| US10011217B2 |
Turn signal switch device
A turn signal switch device has a manipulation lever and a cancel lever that can advance and retract to and from the rotation path of a cancel protrusion, which is shaped like a sector and rotates together with a shaft. A cancel protrusion engaging part that engages a cancel protrusion is formed at the front end of the cancel lever. The cancel protrusion engaging part is disposed at a position offset from the lever body of the cancel lever in the axial direction of the shaft. |
| US10011215B2 |
Illuminated chromatic emblem assembly with micro LEDs
An illuminated emblem assembly that includes a power source; a light-producing assembly that is coupled to the power source, supported by a backing member and comprises a plurality of light-emitting diode sources; a chromatic layer comprising an emblem shape over the light-producing assembly, wherein the shape is visible under ambient lighting; and a polycarbonate sealing structure over the chromatic layer that seals the backing member, the light-producing assembly, and the chromatic layer. Further, the sealing structure can comprise a design feature. In addition, the plurality of light-emitting diode sources can be dispersed in the light-producing assembly. The light-emitting diode sources can also be micro-sized elements comprising gallium nitride that are arranged on a positive electrode layer in the form of an ink. |
| US10011211B1 |
Systems and methods for guiding a boat to a trailer
A trajectory module is configured to determine a trajectory of a boat located in water behind a trailer that is hitched to a vehicle based on an image behind the vehicle captured using a rear facing camera of the vehicle. An illuminating module is configured to turn a right brake light of the vehicle ON and OFF when the trajectory of the boat is left of a longitudinal axis of the trailer and to turn a left brake light of the vehicle ON and OFF when the trajectory of the boat is right of the longitudinal axis of the trailer. |
| US10011204B2 |
Molded soft back panel
A motor vehicle seating assembly for a motor vehicle having a lower seat assembly and an upwardly extending seat back assembly is disclosed. The upwardly extending seat back assembly comprises a seat back frame and a head rest hood module attached to an upper portion of the seat back frame, the head rest hood module comprising a mount disposed proximate a lower rear edge of the head rest hood module. A decorative seat back rear panel module comprising a first seat back rear perimeter panel and a second seat back rear central panel is operably coupled with the first seat back rear perimeter panel to define a rear exterior surface area of the decorative seat back rear panel module, wherein an upper laterally transverse member of the first seat back rear perimeter panel is attached to the mount disposed on the head rest hood module. |
| US10011203B2 |
Cable apparatus
A cable apparatus is disposed between a handle and an actuator to transmit movement of the handle to the actuator. The handle includes a handle housing defining a housing chamber and an operation lever supported by the handle housing so as to be pivotable about a first axis. The cable apparatus includes a case housed in the housing chamber, a cable having a first end disposed in the case and a second end connected to the actuator, and a link lever supported by the case so as to be pivotable about a second axis. The link lever is connected to the first end of the cable in the case, and is displaceable by pivoting the operation lever. |
| US10011202B2 |
Seat cushion adjusting apparatus
A seat cushion adjusting apparatus includes: a nut support mechanism that supports a nut member on a frame of a seat cushion; and a variable mechanism that changes a length of the seat cushion based on an axial movement of a screw shaft screwed to the nut member, wherein the nut support mechanism allows the nut member and the screw shaft to be integrally tilted while restricting rotation of the nut member. |
| US10011201B2 |
Vehicle seat
Provided is a vehicle seat which has a simple structure, prevents the lower back region of an occupant from sinking into the seat back, induces backward rotation of the entire upper body when a rear-end collision occurs, and reduces the degree to which the neck region of the occupant independently tilts backward, and is therefore able to effectively reduce the load on the neck region and so on of the occupant. A vehicle seat is provided with a neck-burden reduction element that, during a rear-end collision, causes a greater amount of backward movement of a connection point between the neck region and a torso region of the occupant than the amount of backward movement of a lower torso region of the occupant, and causes an upper torso region of the occupant to sink into the seat back. |
| US10011194B1 |
System and method for positioning a vehicle seat
A system and method for positioning a seat arrangement in a vehicle having a front seat arrangement and a rear seat arrangement includes moving the rear seat arrangement rearward relative to the vehicle when a plurality of criteria are met, including at least one criterion related to occupancy of the rear seat arrangement and at least one criterion related to a likelihood of impact into the vehicle from behind the vehicle. The rear seat arrangement is not moved rearward when at least one of the criteria is not met. |
| US10011191B2 |
Seat for a construction machine, and construction machine
In a seat for a construction machine, comprising a seat console, a device for lateral displacement of the seat in a transverse direction relative to the direction of travel of the construction machine, and a seat rotating device, it is provided that a stop limiter device is operative to limit the maximum allowable rotational angle of the seat in a variable manner, each time in dependence on the set position of the lateral displacement of the seat. |
| US10011189B2 |
Side-by-side ATV
The present invention relates to all terrain vehicles having at least a pair of laterally spaced apart seating surfaces. More particularly, the present invention relates to trail compliant side-by-side all terrain vehicles. |
| US10011184B2 |
Power supply system for vehicle
A power supply system for a vehicle, which executes the following control, is provided. When a connector coupled to an external power supply is connected to the vehicle, a CHR is set to an on state. When a voltage is lower than a threshold, B2 charging process is executed. When the voltage is higher than the threshold and an SOC1 of a first battery is lower than a threshold, a charging device is stopped and both a first SMR and a second SMR are set to an on state, and B1 charging process is executed. When the SOC1 is higher than or equal to the threshold, the charging device is stopped and both the first SMR and the second SMR are set to an off state. |
| US10011182B2 |
Inductive charger alignment systems for vehicles
An inductive charger alignment system for a vehicle that includes: a plurality of on-board inductive receiving coils adapted to charge an on-board power source; an alignment controller coupled to the coils; an on-board signal element, e.g., a pair of headlamps, coupled to the controller; and an off-board inductive transmitter coil. Further, the controller is configured to direct the element to communicate an alignment between the receiving coils and the transmitter coil to an on-board driver. The alignment may include vehicle forward and side-to-side alignment between the receiving coils and the off-board transmitter coil. |
| US10011179B2 |
Method for operating a resonant DC-DC converter of a charger
A method is provided for operating a DC-DC converter (22) of a charger (20). The DC-DC converter has on a primary side a first transformation coil (28) and at least one second transformation coil (30) that are arranged in series one behind another and also alongside a secondary side transformation coil (48). A respective semiconductor switch is connected in parallel with the at least one second primary side transformation coil (30). The at least one second primary side transformation coil (30) is switched either on or off by the semiconductor switch depending on a present value of at least one operating parameter of the charger (20). |
| US10011174B2 |
Tandem axle gearing arrangement
A drive axle system including a first axle assembly having an input shaft in driving engagement with an under-drive arrangement, an inter-axle differential in driving engagement with the under-drive arrangement, a through drive shaft in driving engagement with the inter-axle differential, a first axle drive pinion in driving engagement with the inter-axle differential, and a first axle differential arrangement including a first axle ring gear in driving engagement with the inter-axle differential through the first axle drive pinion. The drive axle system further includes the second axle assembly in driving engagement with the through drive shaft. The second axle assembly includes a second axle drive pinion drivingly engaged with the through drive shaft and meshingly engaged with a second axle ring gear of a second axle differential arrangement. The under-drive arrangement is configured to reduce a drive ratio of the first axle assembly and the second axle assembly. |
| US10011173B2 |
Powertrain system for maintaining rimpull performance of machine
A powertrain system for a machine is described. The powertrain system includes a power source configured to provide a torque output. The powertrain system further includes a first drivetrain coupled to the power source, to drive a first set of ground engaging members, and a second drivetrain coupled to the power source to drive the second set of ground engaging members. The powertrain system further includes a controller having one or more lug curve maps defining a maximum allowed torque value of the power source for a current operating condition of the machine. The controller is configured to determine a parasitic load due to the second drivetrain, and adjust the torque output of the power source based on the determined parasitic load to maintain a rimpull performance of the machine, where the adjusted torque output is limited by the maximum allowed torque value. |
| US10011169B2 |
Fill-up control valve device
A casing includes a container in which a float valve is disposed. When the float valve is closed, the casing keeps the float valve in a closed state for a relatively long period of time. A sub-float valve is provided below the container in the casing, and is closed by floating on fuel at the time of a turn of a vehicle or an automatic stop of first refueling. When the first refueling is completed, air in the sub-float valve is discharged, and the sub-float valve loses its floating function. |
| US10011166B2 |
Shutter grille device
To provide a shutter grille device that can reduce the number of opening and closing operations and extend product life. A shutter grille device includes: a shutter grille provided in an air intake for guiding air into a power station in which a power source of a vehicle is provided; and a controller that controls opening and closing of the shutter grille. The controller disables closing of the shutter grille during a first interval after opening of the shutter grille, and has a second interval before enabling opening of the shutter grille after closing; and the first interval is set longer than the second interval. |
| US10011162B2 |
Power switching module for battery module assembly
Disclosed is a power switching module for a battery module assembly in which a plurality of rectangular battery modules, each having a plurality of battery cells or unit modules connected in series to each other, are stacked in the width (longitudinal) and height (transverse) direction by at least twos such that the battery modules constitute a hexahedral structure (hexahedral stack), outer edges of the hexahedral stack are fixed by a frame member, and input and output terminals of the battery modules are oriented such that the input and output terminals of the battery modules are directed toward one surface (a) of the stack, wherein the power switching module comprises an insulative substrate mounted to the surface (a) of the stack, elements mounted on the substrate for controlling voltage and current during charge and discharge of the battery modules, and connection members mounted on the substrate for interconnecting the control elements. |
| US10011161B2 |
Hydraulic circuit for a hybrid vehicle comprising a very high pressure circuit and safety means in case of overpressure
A hydraulic circuit designed for a hybrid vehicle provided with a hydraulic machine (22) and a pump (20) linked to a transmission (4) driving the wheels of the vehicle, said machine and said pump being linked together in order to allow direct exchanges of fluid that take place in a very high pressure circuit (42) not comprising a pressure accumulator, characterized in that the very high pressure circuit (42) comprises safety means (110) which, in case of overpressure, discharge the fluid to a limited pressure circuit (40) provided with a pressure accumulator (46). |
| US10011158B2 |
Sealing system for movable window of rear window assembly
A method of forming a unitary perimeter seal for attachment at a fixed window panel of a slider window assembly of a vehicle includes forming upper, lower and side sealing portions each having elongated body portions and sealing lips extending substantially therealong. The upper and lower sealing portion are arranged with first ends adjacent a respective end of a first side sealing portion and second ends adjacent a respective end of a second side sealing portion. The sealing portions are arranged so as to result in a perimeter frame that circumscribes an opening for the slider window assembly. Corner regions are molded at and partially over adjacent ends of the elongated body portions of the sealing portions, such that the corner regions include a curved sealing lip that provides a transition between the sealing lips of the adjacent ends of the sealing portions. |
| US10011154B2 |
In-vehicle cooling device
An in-vehicle cooling device includes: a header to be mounted so as to be adjacent to a side surface of a transformer mounted on a back side of a bottom portion of a vehicle, the header having a vertical surface along a traveling direction and a direction orthogonal to the travelling direction; a vertical-direction installed cooling pipe having both ends fixed to the header and being installed on a vertical plane orthogonal to the traveling direction; and a traveling-direction installed cooling pipe having both ends fixed to the header and being installed on a travel plane that is parallel to a horizontal plane, the vertical-direction installed cooling pipe and the traveling-direction installed cooling pipe being installed to overlap with each other in a direction orthogonal to the header. |
| US10011141B2 |
Security structure including phosphorescent and fluorescent compositions
The present invention relates to a security structure (10), comprising at least one first fluorescent composition (13) and at least one second phosphorescent composition (12), the first and second compositions being simultaneously excitable by a predefined illuminant from a single first surface (14) of the structure, the security structure (10) being provided in the form of a security thread, a security film, or a patch, wherein the first fluorescent composition is at least partially stacked on the second phosphorescent composition and/or the first and second compositions are used for the reference marking on the security structure. |
| US10011140B2 |
Metameric security devices using an active material
An integrated security structure is provided employing an external source of energy to change the appearance of the structure rendering the structure more challenging to duplicate due to its complexity. The security structure includes a substrate forming part of a bank note, identification document, or other security device; an active device within the substrate changing color between at least two colors wherein a color of the substrate surrounding the active device matches one of the at least two colors to form a metameric device. At least one Interference Security Image Structure (ISIS) is configured to be metameric with a bleached state of the active device and is therefore invisible at normal incidence. Another ISIS is metameric with the colored state of the electrochromic device and consequently becomes invisible during coloration. When the whole device is tilted, both ISIS's change color while the rest of the device essentially remains the same. |
| US10011138B2 |
Sheet processing apparatus, method of controlling the same and computer-readable storage medium
A sheet processing apparatus operable to perform creasing processing on media, and a method of controlling the same, accept an offset position of a crease for folding of a cover of a bookbinding product which is a length from an edge of a spine of the bookbinding product, and acquire a position of the crease for folding corresponding to the cover using at least a size of the cover, the offset position, and a thickness of the bookbinding product. Based on the acquired position of the crease, creasing processing is executed on the cover. |
| US10011136B2 |
Ink curing apparatus and method
An ink curing apparatus for curing ink on an object and method includes at least one thermal imaging sensor that is configured to image thermal radiation of the object and at least one heating element that is configured to generate heat energy. A control responsive to the imaging sensor controls the heating element. The control controls the heating element as a function of the thermal radiation of the object to heat the object to a particular radiation level. The method may be used to cure ink on the object. The object may be made of a textile. The method may be used with at least one chosen from screen printing, digital printing, sublimation ink printing, discharge ink printing, and pad printing. |
| US10011128B2 |
Paper discharging mechanism and printing device having the same
Disclosed are a paper discharging mechanism and printing device having the same. The paper discharging mechanism includes: a frame provided with a paper outlet thereon; a swinging rack, configured to be swingable relative to the frame; a conveying roller assembly provided on the swinging rack; a first drive assembly, which is in a transmission connection with the conveying roller assembly and configured to drive the same to deliver a paper to the paper outlet; a first detection assembly, configured to detect a position of the swinging rack relative to the frame; the swinging rack swings in a direction away from the paper outlet when the paper outlet is blocked. |
| US10011124B2 |
Performing marginless printing based on image data
Marginless printing is performed by using a printhead which ejects ink. Information on an inclination of a sheet to be conveyed is obtained, and in performing the marginless printing at a leading end of the sheet, an image region with respect to which ink is discarded to an outside of the sheet is set based on the obtained information. Further, a platen which supports the sheet by sucking in a manner facing the printhead which ejects the ink is provided and control is performed such that in performing printing sequentially from the leading end to a trailing end of the sheet, suction force of the platen is decreased upon approach of a portion to be printed to the trailing end of the sheet. |
| US10011122B2 |
Printing apparatus and medium support method
Provided is a printing apparatus that includes a support unit which has a support surface for supporting a medium and moves in a movement direction, and a print unit configured to perform printing on the medium supported by the support unit. The support surface includes a first side and a second side that is shorter in length than the first side and extends in a direction intersecting with the first side. The support unit can be displaced to be in a first state where the first side is so arranged as to be along the movement direction and in a second state where the first side is so arranged as to be along a direction intersecting with the movement direction. |
| US10011121B2 |
Printing on cylindrical objects
An apparatus for printing on cylindrical objects (31) comprises a plurality of printheads (32); and at least one holding device movable relative to the printheads (32) such that, in use, the holding device moves the object between the printheads. The path of the at least one holding device comprises a plurality of vertical sections (34) which are horizontally offset from one another. Each vertical section (34) comprises at least two identically orientated printheads (32) arranged such that they are vertically displaced from one another, with one directly above the others. The at least one holding device moves the object (31) between the at least two printheads (32) such that part or all of its path between the printheads is vertical. |
| US10011117B2 |
Inkjet refilling adapter
Embodiments provide an inkjet cartridge refilling system. The system may include a drill station configured to drill at least one refilling hole in an inkjet printer cartridge. The system may include an evacuation station configured to remove excess ink from the inkjet printer cartridge. In some embodiments, the excess ink is removed via a vacuum source. The system may also include a filling station configured to provide any of a plurality of inks into the cartridge. Some embodiments provide the ink to the inkjet cartridge via a hole drilled in the cartridge. Other embodiments provide the ink via inkjet nozzles of the inkjet printer cartridge. The system may also include a test station configured to test the refilled cartridge to determine whether it is functioning properly after being filled with ink. |
| US10011113B2 |
Manufacturing method of head
A manufacturing method of a head which includes a channel formation substrate having two piezoelectric actuator rows formed thereon, a driving circuit, and a driving circuit board which is provided with a first bump and a second bump. In the method, a piezo element is formed and the first bump is formed on the outside of the piezoelectric actuator row, on the driving circuit board, an adhesive layer is provided on both sides of the first bump and the second bump, a first through hole and a second through hole are formed on the driving circuit board, a first connection wiring and a second connection wiring which are connected to the driving circuit are formed, and a first electrode of the piezoelectric actuator is electrically connected to the first connection wiring via the first bump and a second electrode is electrically connected to the second connection wiring via the second bump. |
| US10011112B2 |
Liquid discharge head substrate, liquid discharge head, and recording apparatus
According to an aspect of the present disclosure, a liquid discharge head substrate includes a substrate having a parallelogram shape, a plurality of liquid discharge elements disposed on the substrate, a plurality of power supply terminals disposed along a first side of the substrate, and a first wiring, having a lattice shape, connected to the plurality of power supply terminals. On the substrate, the first side and a third side form an obtuse angle, and the first side and a fourth side form an acute angle. In the plurality of power supply terminals, the number of power supply terminals at positions closer to the third side than to the fourth side is larger than the number of power supply terminals at positions closer to the fourth side than to the third side. |
| US10011108B2 |
Printer and computer-implemented process for controlling a printer
A method of controlling a printer is disclosed, the printer including a number of print heads extending across a print zone, and each print head including at least one nozzle array extending in a direction of a print head axis. Each nozzle array comprises a center section of nozzles and side sections of nozzles, wherein the side sections of neighboring nozzle arrays overlap defining an overlap region and the center sections of the nozzle arrays define non-overlap regions. The method includes: printing a test pattern using at least two nozzle arrays, the test pattern comprising an interferential-type pattern printed by the side sections of the nozzle arrays in the overlap region and a reference pattern printed by the center sections of the nozzle arrays in the non-overlap regions; detecting characteristics of the printed test pattern; comparing the characteristics of the printed test pattern in the overlap region and in the non-overlap region; and deriving information concerning the alignment of nozzle arrays from the comparison |
| US10011105B2 |
Removable scraper device
A removable scraper device is described herein. The removable scraper device includes an attachment element and a socket defined by the attachment element, wherein the socket is configured to receive a post of a scraper element therein. The removable scraper device further includes a slot defined by the attachment element, wherein the slot is configured to receive a portion of a bucket of a wheeled-machine therein. The removable scraper device further includes an aperture defined by the attachment element and a bolt sized to be received within the aperture. In some embodiments of the removable scraper device, the bolt and aperture are configured to selectively press the attachment element against the bucket to removably secure the removable scraper device thereto. |
| US10011102B2 |
Surfactant and method of manufacturing an electrowetting display device using the same
A surfactant includes a hydrophobic functional group, a hydrophilic functional group and a linker disposed between the hydrophobic functional group and the hydrophilic functional group. The linker is connected to the hydrophobic functional group and the hydrophilic functional group. The linker has a cleavable bond with a bond energy lower than a bond energy of a bond included in the hydrophilic functional group and a bond included in the hydrophobic functional group. |
| US10011100B2 |
Slit nozzle and method of manufacturing display apparatus using the same
A slit nozzle includes: a first head, a second head facing the first head; and a plurality of cores located between the first head and the second head, wherein the plurality of cores includes: a first core and a third core for coating a coating solution; and a second core located between the first core and the third core so that coating of the coating solution via the first core and the third core is achieved at different instants of time. |
| US10011099B2 |
Film-forming apparatus and film-forming method
A film-forming apparatus and method capable of film lamination with superior evenness and good followability regardless of the size, shape and number of articles being laminated. The film-forming apparatus provided has a first chamber that is provided with a heating means and that is capable of maintaining a vacuum or a pressurized state, a second chamber that is disposed so as to be able to be joined to, and separated from, the first chamber, that is provided with a movable supporting table on which an article is supported and that is capable of maintaining a vacuum or a pressurized state, a frame-like film holding member that is disposed between the first chamber and the second chamber and that holds a film, and an auxiliary film pressing tool having a film pressing part that inhibits lifting of the film when the film is laminated on a surface of the article. |
| US10011091B2 |
Laminar composite and method of producing same
A laminar composite comprising a transparent or translucent cover layer, a base layer, and a layer of reptile shed sandwiched between the base layer and the cover layer. The base layer, cover layer and/or reptile shed are provided on one side with an adhesive, such as a heat-activatable adhesive, to bond the three layers together to form a flexible laminar composite. |
| US10011087B2 |
Multilayer panel for soundproofing aircraft interiors
Panel for soundproofing aircraft interiors comprising a first and a second layer and an intermediate layer of damping material placed between the first and second layer along a neutral axis of the soundproofing panel. The first and the second layer each comprising a structural layer and a surface layer placed on the opposite side to the intermediate layer and connected thereto, adhering continuously by means of an adhesive layer, the intermediate layer extends for the entire area of the panel and is connected to the structural layers of the first and second layer. The intermediate layer comprises a polymer foam material having a uniform thickness less than 2 mm and weight of less than 1.2 kg/m2. |
| US10011085B2 |
Method for making tri-fold side seamed plastic produce bag
A trifold side seamed film produce bag includes a front wall and a back wall, first and second side edges sealed together and a seamless bag bottom. The bag is joined at the side edges to additional bags by a perforation. The bag is corona treated on at least one wall and promotional material is printed on the treated surface. The bags are folded to one third of their height to fit compact bag roll dispensers. The bags are folded in a Z-fold or C-fold configuration. The method includes manufacturing the bags and winding them onto cores or forming the bags into coreless rolls. An apparatus for forming the side seamed bags includes an extruder, a tubing flattener, a perforator, a sealer, a corona treater, a printer and a slitter. The treated, printed bags may be stored on rolls for later slitting into two bag streams and folding into thirds. |
| US10011084B2 |
Cycle press
The invention relates to a cycle press, in particular a short-cycle press, for producing and/or coating board-shaped materials, in particular engineered wood boards, comprising a press body having several press frames arranged next to one another in the longitudinal press direction, and further comprising an upper press plate and a lower press plate, wherein pressing cylinders supported on the press frames act on the upper press plate or the lower press plate. According to the invention, said cycle press is characterized in that the pressing cylinders are attached to the press frames by means of frame pins, wherein said frame pins engage in cut-outs of the press frames. Thus, the pressing cylinders can be prestressed against the press frames. |
| US10011079B2 |
Additive fabrication support structures
Some aspects provide a method of generating a support structure for an object, the support structure and the object to be fabricated via one or more additive fabrication techniques, comprising identifying one or more regions of the object as one or more regions to which mechanical support is to be provided, identifying one or more support points within at least a first region of the one or more regions, and generating the support structure for the object, the support structure comprising one or more support tips coupled to the object at the one or more support points, the support tips being generated based at least in part on a direction normal to the surface of the object at the respective support point. |
| US10011074B2 |
Color three-dimensional printing apparatus and color three-dimensional printing method
A color three-dimensional (3D) printing apparatus configured for forming a colored 3D object is provided. The color 3D printing apparatus includes a stage, a first printing unit, a second printing unit, a color inkjet printing unit, and a curing unit. The first printing unit is configured for providing the stage with a first material. The second printing unit is configured for providing the stage with a second material, and a gap remains between the first material and the second material. The color inkjet printing unit is configured for providing the gap with a colored pigment. The curing unit is configured for curing the colored pigment to form the colored 3D object, and the colored 3D object is composed of a plurality of colored object units stacked together. A color 3D printing method is also provided. |
| US10011073B2 |
Reinforced fused-deposition modeling
An apparatus for manufacturing an object includes an extrusion head having an extrusion needle for extruding thermoplastic material associated with one or more fiber strands. The apparatus may further include a turn-table, a more robotic arm for moving the extrusion head and needle, thermoplastic filament and fiber strand spools and thermoplastic filament and fiber strands. A controller is provided for directing the robotic arm, extrusion head and the turn-table. Further, a method for manufacturing an object includes generating a design for the object that substantially satisfies desired structural properties of the object and generating a sequence for extruding one or more beads of thermoplastic material to manufacture the object according to the design, in which the one or more beads of thermoplastic material are associated with one or more fiber strands. The one or more beads of thermoplastic material and the associated one or more fiber strands are then extruded according to the sequence. |
| US10011064B2 |
Method for producing a plastic bottle, and preform and blowing mold suited therefor
Method for producing a plastic bottle, and preform and blowing mold suited therefore are disclosed. An exemplary process can produce a plastic bottle, for example, a PET bottle. Such a bottle can be produced from a preform which has a body which is closed on one side, which is connected to a neck section with a pour opening, in which the preform which has been produced in a plastic injection process or an extrusion process is placed in the mold cavity of a blow mold and inflated using the blow nozzle by overpressure according to the mold cavity. Sealing can take place between the blow nozzle and the preform within the preform. |
| US10011063B2 |
Paper-like film and method for making it
A micro-voided film comprising high density polyethylene having a molecular weight of at least about 200,000, and low aspect ratio filler having a mean particle size from about 1 to about 25 microns. The film has a thickness of from about 10 to about 75 microns and a void fraction of from about 0.60 to about 0.75. The micro-voided film is made by a process comprising extruding the composition into a film having a thickness of from about 50 to about 300 microns, and orienting the extruded film using a high stalk, blown film process. The process produces a stabilized high stalk for increasing the production rate of blown, high molecular weight polyethylene, while increasing the film's physical and mechanical properties. The high stalk can be stabilized by application of high velocity, low volume flow rate of air over the interior and exterior surfaces of the extruded film. |
| US10011059B2 |
Injection molding die
A movable mold includes a movable mold main body and a gear piece attached to the movable mold main body so as to relatively movable, and having a cavity formation space for forming a cavity. In the gear piece, a piece-side coolant flow path includes an annular flow path surrounding the cavity formation space, a piece-side supply flow path introducing coolant into the annular flow path, and a piece-side discharge flow path introducing the coolant from the annular flow path. The piece-side coolant flow path is connected to a movable mold main body-side supply flow path of the movable mold main body and a movable mold main body-side discharge flow path of the movable mold main body and the coolant flows therein under negative pressure generated by a coolant circulation device, so the inside of the cavity can be cooled effectively. |
| US10011057B2 |
Imprint apparatus, and method of manufacturing article
The present invention provides an imprint apparatus which forms a pattern of an imprint material on a substrate by using a mold, the apparatus comprising an image sensing unit configured to sense an image of the imprint material via the mold, and a control unit configured to, in a state in which the mold and the imprint material are in contact with each other, cause the image sensing unit to sense the image of the imprint material while scanning the image sensing unit and obtain information on forming of the pattern of the imprint material based on the image obtained by the image sensing unit. |
| US10011055B2 |
Force responsive pre-impregnated composite methods, systems and apparatuses
Composite materials comprising at least one ply of dry fiber prepreg material comprising encapsulated resin-containing particles, components made from such composite materials, and methods of making such composite materials and dry fiber prepreg materials are set forth herein. |
| US10011047B1 |
Masonry veneer machine
A masonry veneer machine is disclosed having adjustable fingers for applying the proper amount of pressure to the brick against a guide. The adjustable fingers are disposed on the lateral side of the saw blade, whereas, the guide is disposed on an arbor side of the saw blade. This provides for quick adjustments to the fingers and guide when changing over from cutting bricks of a first size to bricks of a second size which are significantly different from each other. |
| US10011043B2 |
Method of producing an internal cavity in a ceramic matrix composite
A process for producing an internal cavity in a CMC article and mandrels used therewith. The process entails incorporating a mandrel made of a fusible material that is melted and drained during a thermal treatment of a CMC preform to form the CMC article. The mandrel material is preferably non-wetting and non-reactive with any constituents of the CMC preform during the thermal treatment. The mandrel is preferably tin or an alloy of tin. |
| US10011040B2 |
Stroke reducer for log splitting apparatus
A stroke reducing device for a log splitting apparatus that allows a user to dynamically (e.g., on the fly) adjust the stroke of a splitting assembly of the apparatus based on the length or other dimension of wood being split by the apparatus. Upon the splitting assembly retracting by an amount substantially equal to a desired reduced stroke length, the splitting assembly triggers one or more mechanical links of the stroke reducing device that are engaged with or otherwise interconnected with a trigger (e.g., switch, handle, etc.) of a drive assembly (e.g., hydraulic cylinder, etc.) that is retracting the splitting assembly to manipulate the trigger to deactivate the drive assembly and limit further retraction of the splitting assembly. |
| US10011039B2 |
Machining device
A device and a method for machining a workpiece are provided, wherein said workpiece includes segments of wood, wood-based materials, synthetic material or the like, having a first milling tool for contour machining an edge attached to said workpiece, a second milling tool for contour machining the edge attached to said workpiece, which is adjustable in relation to said first milling tool between a resting position, in which said first milling tool is engageable with the workpiece, and a machining position, in which said second milling tool is engageable with a workpiece. The device is characterized by a third milling tool for flush milling a narrow side of the edge attached to said workpiece, the three milling tools being arranged coaxially to each other and all are jointly drivable by one device. |
| US10011036B2 |
Blade and blade attachment system for an oscillating tool
A blade attachment system includes a tool mount, a blade holder plate attached to the tool mount adapter; and a clamping assembly attached to the blade holder plate. The clamping assembly includes a plurality of fixed clamping positioned adjacent to at least one of the lateral edges of the blade when the blade is placed on the blade holder plate and including tapered surfaces configured to overlap the lateral edges of the blade and at least one movable clamping pin that is movably mounted to the blade holder plate, the movable clamping pin being configured to move with respect to the blade to move the lateral edges of the blade into engagement with the tapered surfaces of the clamping pins. |
| US10011028B2 |
Modular articulating assembly of a robotic system
An articulating assembly of a robotic system has an extruded connector arm including a longitudinally-extending body portion and a connection portion. The body portion has an axial base member, a perimeter wall, and a plurality of webs extending radially from the base member to the perimeter wall. The robotic system may also have an actuatable joint secured to the connection portion of the connector arm. The connector arm may be cut-to-size and replaceable, thereby forming a modular component for the robotic system. |
| US10011026B2 |
Robot
A robot includes a joint and a drive mechanism disposed in the joint. A reducer includes an output shaft and a fixed portion. A first seal seals a gap between the output shaft and the fixed portion. A first cover is fixed to the fixed portion and covers an outer surface of the fixed portion. An intermediate portion is fixed to an output-side portion of the output shaft. A second cover is fixed to an output-side portion of the intermediate portion and covers an outer surface and an output-side edge of the first cover. A second seal seals a gap between the first cover and the intermediate portion. A groove extends approximately over a circumference of the outer surface of the first cover. |
| US10011022B1 |
Robotic system with reconfigurable end-effector assembly
An end-effector assembly includes a master boom, a frame rail coupled to the master boom, at least one branch rail movably coupled to the frame rail by a branch lock, and a swing arm movably coupled to the at least one branch rail by a swing lock. The swing lock includes a clamp configured to movably secure the swing arm to the branch rail. A pivot shaft extends through the clamp and the swing arm and is configured to rotationally secure the swing arm to the clamp. A swing plate is secured to the pivot shaft and is configured for engagement with a configuration tool. Further, a locking fastener extends through the swing plate and into the pivot shaft. The locking fastener is configured to lock and unlock the swing lock in position along the branch rail. |
| US10011019B1 |
Wind-up gripper for a robotic device
A robotic gripping device is provided. The robotic gripping device includes two opposable fingers and an actuator having a motor and a shaft, wherein the shaft is coupled to a first finger. The robotic gripping device also includes a torsion spring surrounding the actuator, the torsion spring having first and second ends, wherein the first end is coupled to the motor of the actuator and the second end is coupled to a second finger. Further, the actuator is configured to rotate the shaft relative to the motor by a first amount to move the two opposable fingers toward each other to contact the object. The actuator is also configured to further rotate the shaft relative to the motor to wind up the torsion spring when the two opposable fingers are both in contact with the object and the object prevents the fingers from further movement toward each other. |
| US10011017B2 |
Industrial robot system and control method thereof
An industrial robot system includes a first deviation calculation unit calculating a first deviation between a first force detection value and a first force estimation value, a first command output unit outputting an operation command, a stop command, a deceleration command, or a deceleration stop command to a robot when a first deviation is larger than a first threshold value, and a fourth command output unit outputting the operation command, the stop command, the deceleration command, or the deceleration stop command according to a deviation pattern when the first deviation includes a common deviation pattern. |
| US10011016B1 |
Surface markers and methods for use
An example implementation includes operating a robotic system in an environment. The implementation also includes detecting, using one or more sensors of the robotic system, a surface marker at a first location in the environment. The implementation also includes determining that the detected surface marker indicates the presence of an object having a first surface attribute at the first location, wherein the first surface attribute is one of a plurality of predefined surface attributes. The implementation also includes determining one or more tasks that correspond to the first surface attribute in response to determining that the surface marker indicates the object having the first surface attribute. The implementation also includes causing the robotic system to perform the one or more tasks with respect to the object. |
| US10011013B2 |
Cloud-based analysis of robotic system component usage
Example implementations may relate to a cloud service that stores a detection metric corresponding to a maintenance request for a particular component. In particular, the cloud may receive sensor data from various robotic systems each having the particular component. The cloud may then determine, based on the sensor data, performance data for the particular component over time at the various robotic systems. The cloud may also determine various maintenance events for the particular component. Based on the performance data, the cloud may determine that at least one maintenance event occurs at other metrics that are different from the detection metric. Responsively, the cloud may adjust the detection metric based on a difference between the detection metric and the other metrics. The cloud may then detect operation of a particular robotic system at the adjusted detection metric and may responsively request maintenance for the particular component at the particular robotic system. |
| US10011010B2 |
Dry adhesives for enhancing ground reaction forces substantially beyond friction
A method of towing or pushing an object using a micro-robot is provided that includes attaching a micro-robot, using a first dry adhesive, to a surface, where the dry adhesive includes micro wedges, where the micro wedges are attached to the surface when the micro wedges are in a deformed state, applying a load to the attached micro-robot, advancing the micro-robot, using a lifting element, where the lifting element includes a uni-directional footing, where the lifting element is disposed to detach the first dry adhesive and advance the micro-robot across the surface while the uni-directional footing is attached to the surface, where the detached first dry adhesive includes micro wedges in an free-standing state, where the load is advanced across the surface. |
| US10011008B2 |
Tool attachment for a hand-held machine tool
A tool system having a hand-held machine tool including a tool holder for receiving an insert tool; and a mounting interface configured for mounting thereon: an angle attachment that includes an angle locking section for locking on the mounting interface and an angle drive unit; and an eccentric attachment that includes an eccentric locking section for locking on the mounting interface and an eccentric drive unit. |
| US10011005B2 |
Bar clamp
A bar clamp has a slide bar supporting a movable jaw assembly. The slide bar is supported in a fixed jaw assembly. The fixed jaw assembly includes a drive mechanism for moving the slide bar relative to the fixed jaw assembly. Mechanisms for expanding the capacity of the bar clamp including the use of straps and two slide bars. Specialized jaws are provided where the jaws may be removable from the jaw assemblies. Additional clamping jaws are provided in addition to the movable and fixed jaw assemblies for varying the clamping force applied to a workpiece. |
| US10011001B2 |
Wheel brush
The present invention relates to a wheel brush, which is composed of a base plate, springs, chucks, iron sleeves and bristles. When a bristle unit is to be mounted, the iron sleeve of the bristle unit is placed on the upper side of the base plate, two anti-rotating lugs are made to correspond to two lug slots in the base plate, and the chuck is inserted from the lower side of the base plate; after a gasket is fixed in a counter bore in the lower side of the base plate, a wing nut is continuously pressed upwards, so that the spring is tensioned, and two guiding lugs of a fixing pin come into contact with the bottom ends of guiding slots in the iron sleeve; and after the wing nut is rotated by 90 degrees, the bristle unit can be locked. |
| US10010998B2 |
Shot processing apparatus
The purpose of the present invention is to provide a shot peening apparatus for which size increase is limited by projecting a shot material evenly on a workpiece using a single projector. The present invention provides a shot peening apparatus equipped with a workpiece-conveying mechanism for conveying a workpiece and a projector for projecting a shot material at the workpiece. The workpiece-conveying mechanism is equipped with: a pair of rollers, which extend in the workpiece conveyance direction, on which the workpieces are loaded, and which are rotated centered on the longitudinal axis line; an endless chain; and conveyance members for pressing and conveying workpieces in the conveyance direction. The projector is a centrifugal projector and is equipped with: a control cage into which the shot material is supplied and in which a first opening and a second opening are formed; and a bladed wheel, which is provided with multiple blades having a backward-sloping section that slopes toward the back in the rotation direction and which rotates centered on the central axis line of the control cage. The first opening and the second opening of the control cage are separated from each other in the circumferential direction of the control cage and are disposed offset from each other in the direction of the central axis line of the control cage. |
| US10010995B2 |
Valve seat machining device, and valve seat machining method using said valve seat machining device
A valve seat processing machine (1) configured to process a valve seat (118) in a valve device (101) including a valve body portion (110) which forms a flow passage of fluid and a valve drive portion (120) which drives a valve element (124) capable of tightly engaging with the valve seat (118) in the valve body portion (110) includes: a base portion (10) attached to the valve body portion (110); a main body portion (20) movable relative to the base portion (10) in two different axial directions; a support portion (30) movable relative to the main body portion (20) in a drive direction of the valve element (124); a main spindle (40) rotatable relative to the support portion (30) about an axis parallel to the drive direction of the valve element (124); and a tool holder (50) configured to hold a tool (T) for processing the valve seat (118). |
| US10010984B2 |
Method for the production of a heat exchanger, particularly a sorption heat exchanger
A method for the production of a heat exchanger is provided, particularly a sorption heat exchanger, in which several components of the heat exchanger have a ferrous based material, such as pipes, the pipes finishing the bottoms, and the bottoms and the pipes enclosing the housing components are coffered and then soldered. In one method, which reliably realizes the soldering of the joints with different widths, a brazing foil is introduced during the coffering of the components of the heat exchanger formed of steel or stainless steel between the joints of the components of the heat exchanger, and then the joints are filled with a low-melting solder and soldered without flux material. |
| US10010981B2 |
Materials having increased mobility after heating
Materials having increased mobility after heating are disclosed. In one particular exemplary embodiment, the materials may be realized as a material which has reduced apparent molecular weight and/or viscosity and thus increased mobility after a heating process, and which consequently allows material residue to be more easily removed during subsequent cleaning processes. Such a material may be useful in any industrial process which requires heating the material followed by removing material residue. |
| US10010976B2 |
Laser welding head and process
A laser welding head is configured to fasten under a focusing lens for focusing the laser and including at least one annular nozzle for injecting a protective gas, and a protective chamber for protecting the focusing lens with a transverse flow of air. The annular nozzle is arranged around an unobstructed optical axis passing through the laser welding head. The chamber for protecting the focusing lens with a transverse flow of air includes air admission and air exhaust in register with the air admission in a plane substantially perpendicular to said optical axis. The laser welding head is configured to be fastened against the focusing lens without any lateral opening between the focusing lens and the protective chamber. The head presents a distance of at least 100 mm between an outlet of the annular nozzle and the protective chamber. |
| US10010973B2 |
Laser beam irradiation apparatus and method of manufacturing organic light-emitting display device by using the same
Provided is a laser beam irradiation apparatus. The laser beam irradiation apparatus includes a laser source configured to emit light; a collimator configured to collimate the emitted light; a scanner configured to adjust the collimated light to change an irradiation direction thereof; a first lens part configured to focus the adjusted light to irradiate a laser beam on a sealing part; a camera configured to receive visible light passing through the scanner; a heat sensing part configured to receive infrared (IR) light passing through the scanner; and a control part configured to control a moving direction and an intensity of the laser beam. |
| US10010971B1 |
Method and apparatus for performing laser curved filamentation within transparent materials
Systems and methods are described for forming continuous curved laser filaments in transparent materials. The filaments are preferably curved and C-shaped. Filaments may employ other curved profiles (shapes). A burst of ultrafast laser pulses is focused such that a beam waist is formed external to the material being processed without forming an external plasma channel, while a sufficient energy density is formed within an extended region within the material to support the formation of a continuous filament, without causing optical breakdown within the material. Filaments formed according to this method may exhibit lengths in the range of 100 μm-10 mm. An aberrated optical focusing element is employed to produce an external beam waist while producing distributed focusing of the incident beam within the material. Optical monitoring of the filaments may be employed to provide feedback to facilitate active control of the process. |
| US10010965B2 |
Movement device, particularly for cutting torches of the plasma type and the like
A movement device, particularly for cutting torches, comprising a working head that can move along three Cartesian axes which are mutually perpendicular and supports a cutting torch for cutting mechanical pieces, elements being further comprised for combined rotary and translational motion of the cutting torch with respect to the working head which comprises a first pinion which is adapted to transmit the motion to a disk-like element supporting an articulated parallelogram structure which in turn supports the cutting torch, and a second pinion which is arranged coaxial to the first pinion and is actuated by further drive elements, the second pinion actuating a conical pair formed by a third and a fourth pinion, the fourth pinion transmitting the motion to mechanical transmission elements which are integral with the articulated parallelogram structure. |
| US10010959B2 |
Systems and methods for associating data to a welder power source
The invention described herein generally pertains to a system and method for welder system that associates a set of data to a portion of data collected by a welder power source based on a first indicia and a second indicia. The welder system includes an input device that collects a first input based on the first indicia to identify a type of the set of data and a welder power source to relate the set of data. Moreover, the input device collects a second input based on the second indicia that indicates a location for the set of data. Based on the first indicia and the second indicia, the set of data can be associated with a welder power source or a portion of data collected by the welder power source. |
| US10010953B2 |
Wedge clamp and insert cartridge for cutting tool
A cutting tool includes a pocket with a top wall, a bottom wall, a side wall and a rear wall. The cutting tool has an insert cartridge and a wedge clamp. The threaded member exerts a force vector in a radial direction when threaded into the wedge clamp to place the cutting tool in a locked condition, and the wedge clamp exerts a force vector into the body of the cutting tool radially inward of an adjacent pocket, thereby reducing deflection of the adjacent pocket when the cutting tool is placed in the locked condition. |
| US10010952B2 |
Cutting insert, cutting tool, and method of manufacturing machined product
A cutting insert of an embodiment includes an upper surface including a first upper cutting edge and a second upper cutting edge, a lower surface including a first lower cutting edge and a second lower cutting edge, and a side surface. The side surface includes a first surface extending from the second upper cutting edge, a second surface extending from the first lower cutting edge, a third surface extending from the first upper cutting edge, and a fourth surface extending from the second lower cutting edge. The first surface and the fourth surface are parallel to a central axis. The second surface is inclined so as to depart from the central axis as going from the lower surface toward the upper surface. The third surface is inclined so as to depart from the central axis as going from the upper surface toward the lower surface. |
| US10010951B2 |
End mill and method of manufacturing machined product
An end mill includes a body including an axis, first cutting edges on a side of a front end of the body, second cutting edges at a rear side of the respective first cutting edges, flutes located along the second cutting edges, and heels located along the flutes. A shape of each of the flutes in a cross section includes a first concave curve on a side of the second cutting edges, a second concave curve on a side of the heels, and a protrusion located between the two concave curves, the protrusion includes two concave curves intersect each other, and a ratio of a distance from a circle including a maximum diameter in the body centered on the axis to a top of the protrusion to a distance H from the circle to the second cutting edge is 0.1 to 0.4. |
| US10010950B2 |
Cutting insert having a variable-width land and cutting tool
A cutting insert has an upper surface, a lower surface, a side surface connecting the upper and lower surfaces. An intersecting edge between the upper surface and the side surface is provided with a cutting edge. The cutting edge has, in order, a second major cutting edge, a first major cutting edge, a corner cutting edge connected to these major cutting edges, and a flat cutting edge. An obtuse interior first angle (θ) is formed by the second and first major cutting edges. A interior second angle (α) formed by the flat cutting edge and the first major cutting edge is larger than an interior third angle (β) formed by the flat cutting edge and the second major cutting edge. A land is provided adjacent to the first major cutting edge, a width of the land increasing toward the first corner cutting edge. |
| US10010947B2 |
Hole cutter with multiple fulcrums
A hole cutter has a cylindrical blade body including a cutting edge and one or more axially-elongated apertures formed within a side wall of the blade body. The axially-elongated aperture is configured to receive a lever, such as a screwdriver, therethrough. Each axially-elongated aperture includes a first fulcrum axially spaced adjacent to the cutting edge, a second fulcrum axially spaced further away from the cutting edge than the first fulcrum, and optionally a third fulcrum axially spaced between the first and second fulcrums. A lever, such as a screwdriver, can be inserted into the aperture and placed against each of the fulcrums to lever slugs out of the interior of the blade body. |
| US10010946B2 |
Apparatus for retaining a workpiece, and methods of use and manufacture thereof
Some embodiments are directed to a fixing apparatus that includes a threaded adaptor, an arbor having a flange portion and a shaft portion, and a draw cylinder disposed such that rotation of the threaded adaptor moves the draw cylinder in axially upward and downward directions. A collet can be disposed around a periphery of the arbor so as to be coaxial with the draw cylinder, such that movement of the draw cylinder in the axially downward direction causes the draw cylinder to contact the collet and thereby cause the collet to also move in the axially downward direction. The collet can include axially extending channels that define fingers therebetween and interior coaxial surfaces that are configured to communicate with exterior coaxial surfaces of the arbor such that axially downward movement of the collet moves the fingers in a radially outward direction to thereby increase an exterior diameter of the collet. |
| US10010943B2 |
Apparatus and method for attenuation of vibration in machine tool
The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for attenuation of vibration in a machine tool, and more particularly, to an apparatus and method for attenuation of vibration in a machine tool in which a vibration of a machine tool is measured, and generates an identical frequency with a piezoelectric actuator as well as changes a phase for making dissipative interference of a generated vibration wave form. |
| US10010942B2 |
Cutting tool and cutting insert having a deep blind opening
A non-indexable, one-sided cutting insert includes opposite insert side surfaces which define an insert width therebetween, opposite insert front and rear surfaces which extend between the insert side surfaces and define an insert depth therebetween and opposite insert top and bottom surfaces which extend between the insert side surfaces and the insert front and rear surfaces. The insert top and bottom surfaces define an insert height therebetween. The insert further includes a main cutting edge formed at an intersection between the insert top and front surfaces. A maximum value of the insert width is smaller than minimum value of the insert height, and a minimum value of the insert depth. The insert includes a deep opening which opens out only to the insert bottom surface and defines an opening depth. A depth ratio defined between the opening depth and the insert height is greater than 0.3. |
| US10010939B2 |
Cutting insert, cutting tool, and method for manufacturing machined product
A cutting insert of one aspect includes a main body section and a cutting section located at least at the front end side of the main body section, wherein the cutting section includes a top surface and a front cutting edge disposed along a ridge line at an intersection between the top surface and a front side surface, the front cutting edge includes a first section, a second section, and a third section, and a portion of the second section is located above the first section and the third section.The front side surface includes a first region located below the first section, a second region located below the second site, and a third regions located below the third site, wherein an angle of inclination of the second region is greater than angles of inclination of the first region and the third region. |
| US10010934B2 |
Exhausting device of low-pressure aluminum alloy wheel casting mold
An exhausting device of a low-pressure aluminum alloy wheel casting mold, which includes a control mainframe, a connecting line, a gas storage station, a ventilating pipeline, gas inlet plugs, an exhausting plug and the like, the control mainframe is connected with the gas storage station through the connecting line, and the gas storage station is connected with the gas inlet plugs through the ventilating pipeline; the gas inlet plugs are arranged at the bottom mold window; the mold filling process of the high-temperature molten aluminum can be completed in a relatively oxygen-free environment, direct contact between the molten aluminum and oxygen is avoided, and the occurrence probability of the oxidation slag inclusion defect in the wheel casting process is effectively controlled, so that the internal quality of the casting is remarkably improved. |
| US10010931B2 |
Closed side mold water spot cooling apparatus, manufacturing method and use thereof
The present invention provides a water spot cooling apparatus, a water spot cooling method for casting a mold, a method for manufacturing the water spot cooling apparatus and use of the water spot cooling apparatus. The technical solution of the present invention has the following advantages: spot cooling of multiple spots can be realized on each side mold by using only one water inlet pipeline, thereby saving the water cooling pipeline and facilitating field installation; the water inlet and outlet are integrated on a main body, thereby facilitating field implementation; the whole apparatus is easy to process, convenient to maintain, and low in manufacturing cost; and it is not restricted by the product structure and facilitates promotion. |
| US10010929B2 |
Apparatus to produce self-piercing and clinch nut and method of producing self-piercing and clinch nut
An apparatus to produce a self-piercing and clinch nut includes a first forging die assembly, a second forging die assembly, a third forging die assembly, a transfer mechanism, and a controller. The first forging die assembly subjects a blank to first processing. The second forging die assembly is adjacent to the first forging die assembly, and subjects the blank, which has undergone the first processing in the first forging die assembly, to second processing. The third forging die assembly is adjacent to the second forging die assembly, and subjects the blank, which has undergone the second processing in the second forging die assembly, to third processing. The transfer mechanism transfers the blank between two adjacent forging die assemblies among the first to third forging die assemblies. The controller controls operations of the first to third forging die assemblies and the transfer mechanism. |
| US10010928B2 |
Device for connecting structural components, in particularly by means of direct screwing, especially flow hole screwing, or by means of friction welding, and method for connecting structural components, in particular by means of direct screwing or friction welding
A device for direct screwing, in particular flow hole screwing, or friction welding includes a guide element extending in an axial direction and being formed in particular as a guide pipe. A driveshaft is movable in the axial direction, disposed within the guide element and driven by a rotary drive. A feed drive is disposed and constructed to generate a feed movement and feed force transmitted to the driveshaft, which is achieved by a feed unit. During the process, depending on a process parameter, a switchover is made from a high feed force to a reduced feed force (flow hole screwing) or to a higher feed force (friction welding). In order to enable the most compact and weight-saving embodiment possible, the feed unit is disposed coaxially to the driveshaft within the guide element and transmits the feed force to the driveshaft in the axial direction and centrally. |
| US10010926B2 |
Method for filling, seaming, distributing and selling a beverage in a metallic container at a single location
A method is provided wherein a metallic container is filled with a consumer identified beverage, seamed to a metallic end closure, distributed, and sold to the consumer. Thus, a consumer has influence and control over volume, qualities, and size of the beverage along with specific characteristics regarding the size and shape of the metallic container. |
| US10010925B2 |
Swage apparatus and swage method
A swage apparatus includes a main body for supporting a coupling such that an axis of the coupling is oriented in a first direction, a stopper which comes into contact with one member of a first member or a second member of the coupling and restricts the one member from moving in the first direction, a pusher which comes into contact with the other member of the first member or the second member and pushes the other member in the first direction, and a cover member for covering the coupling so as to prevent the axis of the coupling from becoming displaced. The axis can thereby be prevented from becoming displaced. |
| US10010923B1 |
Textured sheet metal
A material includes a sheet of metal having a first face and an opposed second face, and a metal grain direction. The first face is textured with a first set of texturing features. Each texturing feature of the first set includes, respectively, a groove cut into the first face and extending along a groove axis, and a barb extending from the groove and away from the first face. The texturing features of the first set are arranged in a plurality of rows, and the groove axes of the texturing features in a given row extend generally parallel to the given row. The rows are generally non-perpendicular to the grain direction. |
| US10010922B2 |
Elastomer formed beaded joint
A method for forming a conduit with a radial flange for forming part of a beaded coupling by: positioning a conduit blank in a forming die, wherein the forming die defines a radially extending recess; inserting a forming post in the conduit blank to define an annular space therebetween; inserting a flexible material in the annular space between the post and the conduit; placing a sleeve in a bearing relationship with the flexible material; compressing the flexible material between the post and the sleeve to force the flexible material against the conduit to expand the conduit outward into engagement with the radially extending recess in the forming die to form an annular flange; and releasing compression on the flexible material. |
| US10010920B2 |
Method to improve geometrical accuracy of an incrementally formed workpiece
A method of incrementally forming a workpiece. The method may include incrementally forming a stiffening feature on the workpiece and incrementally forming a part on the workpiece. A gap between forming tools may be decreased to reform the part. |
| US10010919B2 |
Method and arrangement for aligning a vehicle
A method for of aligning a vehicle includes the steps of: supporting a first portion (19A, 19B) of the vehicle, deforming the vehicle by applying a force to a second portion (5) of the vehicle, positioning at least one motion sensing measuring unit (9A, 9B) including at least one accelerometer on the supported first portion (19A, 19B) of the vehicle before the deforming step, and tracking any movements of the supported first portion (19A, 19B) of the vehicle during the deformation by means of the motion sensing measuring unit (9A, 9B). An arrangement for aligning a vehicle is also provided. |
| US10010918B2 |
Device and method for leveling a metal plate
A method uses a device to level a metal plate fabricated from high-strength metal material. The method includes providing a serpentine path between a plurality of upper and lower rollers in parallel arrangement to define a longitudinal spacing. The upper and lower rollers are positioned relative to one another such that a plunge depth is defined based upon a difference between a top-dead-center point of the lower rollers and a bottom-dead-center point of contiguous upper rollers, and a longitudinal spacing and the plunge depth are configured such that the upper rollers and the lower rollers are disposed to impart a bend radius on the metal plate as the metal plate is drawn through the serpentine path such that the metal plate bends about the outer peripheral surfaces of the upper and lower rollers. The bend radius is selected to achieve a desired plastification of the metal sheet. |
| US10010917B2 |
Plastic working method of metals and plastic working apparatus
Provided is a plastic working method of steel including austenite, the method including: analyzing a strain ratio βx of an estimated breaking point which is specified during plastic deformation of the steel; heating a steel such that a local temperature Tlocal is within a temperature range indicated by the following expression 1, when Tβx represents a strain-induced-transformation-maximum-ductility-temperature in the unit of ° C. for the strain ratio βx, σLβx represents the standard deviation of a fitted curve of critical equivalent strain which depends on the strain ratio βx on a lower temperature side than Tβx, σHβx represents the standard deviation of a fitted curve of critical equivalent strain which depends on the strain ratio βx on a higher temperature side than Tβx, and Tlocal represents a local temperature in the unit of ° C. of the estimated breaking point; and plastically deforming the steel after heating: Tβx−2×σLβx≤Tlocal≤Tβx+1.25×σHβx (Expression 1). |
| US10010912B2 |
Particle reduction via throttle gate valve purge
Methods and apparatus for particle reduction in throttle gate valves used in substrate process chambers are provided herein. In some embodiments, a gate valve for use in a process chamber includes a body having an opening disposed therethrough from a first surface to an opposing second surface of the body; a pocket extending into the body from a sidewall of the opening; a gate movably disposed within the pocket between a closed position that seals the opening and an open position that reveals the opening and disposes the gate completely within the pocket; and a plurality of gas ports disposed in the gate valve configured to direct a gas flow into a portion of the gate valve fluidly coupled to the opening. |
| US10010911B2 |
Pipe conditioning tool
A pipe conditioning tool comprising a drive unit to move the tool along a pipe and a work head rotatable about an axis of the pipe to condition a surface of the pipe, the drive unit includes a frame extending to opposite sides of the pipe, the frame having legs extending radially beyond the work head to provide support for the tool upon removal from said pipe. |
| US10010905B1 |
Pole-painting tool
A pole-painting tool includes a V-shaped handle having an apex that is encapsulated by a foam handgrip, and two free ends with a roller assembly removably mounted therebetween. The roller assembly includes an axle having a plurality of narrow, juxtaposed paint rollers mounted thereon. Accordingly, the rollers are submerged within a paint supply and placed against a pole, a pipe or another tubular object. By applying a directional force to the handgrip, a worker can conform the rollers around the tubular surface to more efficiently apply paint thereto. |
| US10010896B2 |
Dispenser pump and method for operating a dispenser pump
Dispenser pump for pumping reservoir fluid to a dispenser head, has a dip tube to insert into the fluid, a cylinder housing connected with the dip tube, a piston pipe guided in longitudinal direction by the cylinder housing for pumping the fluid from the dip tube to the dispenser head, wherein the piston pipe comprises a connecting area for connecting the dispenser head to the piston pipe, a top part connected with the piston pipe, a bottom part connected with the cylinder housing and a spring bellow for pushing the piston pipe in a direction outwards the cylinder housing, wherein a lower axial end of the spring bellow is connected with the bottom part via a lower retainer ring located inside the spring bellow and/or a higher axial end of the spring bellow is connected with the top part via a higher retainer ring located inside the spring bellow. |
| US10010887B2 |
Thermal cycling apparatus and method for providing thermal uniformity
An apparatus and method for rapid thermal cycling including a thermal diffusivity plate. The thermal diffusivity plate can provide substantial temperature uniformity throughout the thermal block assembly during thermal cycling by a thermoelectric module. An edge heater can provide substantial temperature uniformity throughout the thermal block assembly during thermal cycling. |
| US10010885B2 |
Reagent dispensers, dispensing apparatus, and methods
Disclosed is a reagent dispenser apparatus. The reagent dispenser apparatus has a reagent container having a dispense port operable to open and close to dispense reagent. Dispense port may include a valve operable to dispense reagent from a bottom of the reagent container. Reagent dispensing apparatus, immunoassay apparatus and methods of operating the reagent dispenser apparatus are provided, as are other aspects. |
| US10010883B2 |
Deterministic lateral displacement arrays
A deterministic lateral displacement array that includes a channel, within a substrate, having a first sidewall, a second sidewall, and a channel length. A condenser portion that includes an entry port and an exit port. A first array of pillars is disposed between the entry port and the exit port of the condenser portion along the channel length, the first array of pillars operative to drive a first material particle and a second material particle towards the first sidewall of the channel. A separator portion that includes an entry port and an exit port, and a second array of pillars disposed between the entry port and the exit port of the separator portion along the channel length, the pillars operative to drive the first material particle towards the second sidewall of the channel. |
| US10010882B2 |
Microfluidic devices having isolation pens and methods of testing biological micro-objects with same
A microfluidic device can comprise at least one swept region that is fluidically connected to unswept regions. The fluidic connections between the swept region and the unswept regions can enable diffusion but substantially no flow of media between the swept region and the unswept regions. The capability of biological micro-objects to produce an analyte of interest can be assayed in such a microfluidic device. Biological micro-objects in sample material loaded into a microfluidic device can be selected for particular characteristics and disposed into unswept regions. The sample material can then be flowed out of the swept region and an assay material flowed into the swept region. Flows of medium in the swept region do not substantially affect the biological micro-objects in the unswept regions, but any analyte of interest produced by a biological micro-object can diffuse from an unswept region into the swept region, where the analyte can react with the assay material to produce a localized detectable reaction. Any such detected reactions can be analyzed to determine which, if any, of the biological micro-objects are producers of the analyte of interest. |
| US10010878B2 |
High meso-surface area, low Si/Al ratio pentasil zeolite
A new family of crystalline aluminosilicate zeolites has been synthesized and designated as UZM-54. These zeolites are represented by the empirical formula: Mmn+R1 r1p1+R2 r2p2+Al1-xExSiyOz where M is an alkali, alkaline earth, or rare earth metal such as sodium or strontium, R1 and R2 are organoammonium cation and E is a framework element such as gallium, iron, boron, or indium. These zeolites are characterized by unique x-ray diffraction patterns, high meso-surface areas and low Si/Al2 ratios and have catalytic properties for carrying out various hydrocarbon conversion processes. |
| US10010877B2 |
Stable support for Fischer-Tropsch catalyst and methods for making and using
A process has been developed for preparing a Fischer-Tropsch catalyst precursor and a Fischer-Tropsch catalyst made from the precursor. The process includes preparing a catalyst precursor by contacting a boehmite material with a stabilizer containing vanadium-phosphorus. The boehmite material includes two or more different crystalline boehmites having the same average crystallite size to the nearest whole nanometer and having differing properties selected from surface area, pore volume, density and combinations thereof. The boehmite material is subjected to at least one heat treatment at a temperature of at least 500° C., either before or after the contacting step to obtain a stabilized catalyst support having a pore volume of at least 0.3 cc/g. A catalytic metal or a compound containing cobalt is applied to the stabilized catalyst support to form the catalyst precursor. Finally, the catalyst precursor is reduced to activate the catalyst precursor to obtain the Fischer Tropsch catalyst. The catalyst has enhanced hydrothermal stability as measured by losing no more than 6% of its pore volume when exposed to water vapor. |
| US10010873B2 |
Catalytic converter
Provided is a catalytic converter capable of obtaining superior NOx purification performance while reducing the amount of a noble metal catalyst. A catalytic converter 10 includes: a substrate 1 having a cell structure in which exhaust gas flows; and catalyst layers 3 that are formed on cell wall surfaces 2 of the substrate 1. The catalyst layers 3 include a first catalyst layer 4 disposed on an upstream side of the substrate 1 in an exhaust gas flow direction and a second catalyst layer 5 disposed on a downstream side of the substrate in the exhaust gas flow direction. The first catalyst layer 4 is formed of a support and rhodium which is a noble metal catalyst supported on the support. The second catalyst layer 5 is formed of a support and palladium or platinum which is a noble metal catalyst supported on the support. The first catalyst layer 4 is formed in a range of 80% to 100% of a total length of the substrate 1 starting from an end of the substrate on the upstream side, and the second catalyst layer 15 5 is formed in a range of 20% to 50% of the total length of the substrate 1 starting from an end of the substrate on the downstream side. |
| US10010871B2 |
Carrier for exhaust gas purification catalyst and exhaust gas purification catalyst
Provide is a new carrier for exhaust gas purification catalyst which exhibits excellent catalytic activity, particularly catalytic activity at a low temperature. Proposed is a carrier for exhaust gas purification catalyst composed of particles which contain a silicate or phosphate containing one kind or two or more kinds among the elements belonging to Group 1 and Group 2 in the periodic table. |
| US10010867B2 |
Process for producing carbon nanofibers and/or carbon nanotubes
The invention is directed to a process for producing carbon nanofibers and/or carbon nanotubes, which process comprises pyrolyzing a particulate cellulosic and/or carbohydrate substrate that has been impregnated with a compound of an element or elements, the metal or alloy, respectively, of which is capable of forming carbides, in a substantially oxygen free, volatile silicon compound containing atmosphere, optionally in the presence of a carbon compound. |
| US10010864B2 |
Process for obtaining adsorbent material based on porous silicates for reduction of sulfur and nitrogen in oil fractions
The present invention relates to the process of obtaining adsorbent materials based upon supported metal species on porous silicates, and their use for reducing the amount of sulfur and nitrogen contaminants in petroleum fractions and products derived of, i.e., light and heavy gas oils, FCC gasoline and fuels, where FCC stands for Fluid Catalytic Cracking process.Therefore, the invention comprises the selection, preparation, modification and adsorptive properties of the abovementioned porous materials, which are based on porous silicates with metal species intercalated and/or impregnated, such as Ti(O,OH), Mg(O,OH)—, Zr(O,OH)—, Fe(O,OH), Al(O,OH). Also, additional options were considered, for example those comprising metals from the 1st and 2nd transition series, such as Cu+, Ni2+, Zn2+, Fe2+, Ag+, Co2+, Ti4+, V2+,5+, Cr3+ and Mn2+. |
| US10010862B2 |
Hydrophilic magnetic resin with high specific area, preparation method therefor and application method thereof for rapidly extracting phthalates in water body
Implementations herein relate to a method for extraction of phthalates using hydrophilic magnetic resins with high specific surface areas. The implementations relate to a technical field of preparation of resins for fast enrichment and separation of trace organics in water. By adding magnetic particles, precursor resins may be prepared using divinylbenzene, vinyl benzoate and glycidyl methacrylate copolymerization ester. After the cross-linking reaction, surface areas of the resins are increased and hydrolysis of the ester group in alkaline solution may be implemented to obtain high specific surface magnetic resins rich in hydroxyl groups. The resins have higher adsorptive capacity and selectivity to adsorb phthalates in water samples. Rapid extraction may be implemented using magnetic solid phase extraction rod to achieve enrichment and separation of phthalates in a large amount of water samples. |
| US10010856B2 |
Efficient fixed bed platform for production of ethylene oxide by partial oxidation of ethylene using catalyst of wide selectivity
At least one method to efficiently produce alkylene oxide from partial oxidation of hydrocarbons using a high efficiency heterogeneous catalyst in a fixed bed enclosed within a reaction vessel, and a reaction vessel constructed to facilitate the same. |
| US10010849B2 |
Apparatus for generating 1-methylcyclopropene
Provided is an apparatus for generating 1-methylcyclopropene. The apparatus of the present invention may enable the immediate and convenient generation of 1-methylcyclopropene in a desired location using stable 1-methylcyclopropene precursors. |
| US10010840B2 |
Apparatuses for distributing fluids in fluidized bed reactors
A fluid distribution apparatus is disposed in a fluidized bed reactor and includes a distributor pipe configured to carry a fluid and a centerpipe fluidly connected to the distributor pipe and enclosing a conical distributor for receiving the fluid from the distributor pipe. The conical distributor is defined by an exterior radius including the centerpipe, an upper end including an upper angled circular plate, and a lower end including a lower circular plate. The fluid distribution apparatus further includes a plurality of inlet nozzles fluidly connected to the conical distributor and disposed through the centerpipe for distributing the fluid from the conical distributor to a bed of the fluidized bed reactor. |
| US10010837B2 |
Shaking device
Device for shaking, within a rigid container, a powder and liquid, for conducting a test on the shaken content, includes: a frame; a first plate assembled thereto; a second plate assembled indirectly to the frame, arranged close to the first plate and movable relative to the frame and first plate; and a drive unit for moving the second plate relative to the frame and first plate. The container is carried by the second plate and is movably mounted relative thereto; the first plate includes a stop fixedly mounted on the first plate; and the second plate is moved relative to the first plate by the drive unit, in an alternating and periodic translational and/or rotational motion between a proximal position and a distal position, to move the container relative to the second plate and cause a series of impacts between the container and the stop to achieve a non-periodic shaking. |
| US10010832B2 |
Membrane module
The present invention relates to a novel membrane module for separating a fluid feed stream into a permeate stream and a retentate stream. The membrane module according to the invention is characterized in that all components are housed in a 20′, 40′, 45′ HC, 45′ PW or 53′ HC container, whereby the membrane module can be transported and handled in a very simple and cost-effective manner despite its comparatively large volume and its high weight. The membrane module is furthermore characterized by its large membrane surface area compared with usually used membrane modules, whereby the number of individual membrane modules required in practical use can be reduced many times over. The present invention furthermore relates to a process for separating a fluid feed stream into a permeate stream and a retentate stream using the membrane module according to the invention. |
| US10010827B2 |
Process for treatment of sewage sludge
A method for pathogen destruction in dilute sewage sludge or other dilute streams containing pathogens, including Helminth ova, while minimizing vapor generation and atmospheric emissions. In addition to conventional waste treatment steps, including grit removal, clarification, and concentration of waste material, vaporized waste treatment compounds are recycled to treat divert untreated waste in a scrubber. In the scrubber, waste material is treated while also acting as a reactive agent to scrub potentially hazardous or noxious gas, particularly gaseous MITC, from the treatment system. Recycling of vaporized treatment compounds provides a reduction of potentially toxic emissions and increased efficiency during treatment. |
| US10010826B2 |
Carbon dioxide separation and recovery system
A carbon dioxide separation and recovery system includes an adsorption tower, a regeneration tower, and a drying tower. The adsorption tower causes a target gas to contact an adsorbent to adsorb carbon dioxide contained in the target gas to the adsorbent. The regeneration tower causes a normal-pressure wet gas which is a gas mixture of the carbon dioxide and steam to contact the adsorbent having adsorbed the carbon dioxide to desorb the carbon dioxide from the adsorbent. The drying tower dries the adsorbent. In addition, the carbon dioxide separation and recovery system includes a compressor that compresses the carbon dioxide, and an ejector that expands the carbon dioxide discharged from the compressor while suctioning negative-pressure steam, to generate the wet gas. |
| US10010820B1 |
Water filter system
A water filter system includes a removable filter unit having a body portion including a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end is adapted to be inserted into a filter head assembly. A laterally extending key member is disposed on the body portion and adapted to engage a key slot in the filter head assembly. An engagement protrusion extends from the proximal end. The engagement protrusion includes a first portion that has a first radius of curvature and a second portion opposing the first portion that includes a second radius of curvature that is larger than the first radius of curvature. |
| US10010816B2 |
Filter device for filtering a hydraulic fluid
The invention relates to a filter device for filtering a hydraulic fluid comprising a housing having fluid through-openings for hydraulic fluid to be filtered to flow into the housing and for filtered hydraulic fluid to flow out of the housing, and having an assembly opening for inserting a filter element into the housing, the assembly opening being closable by a cover. In order to further develop the filter device such that it can be selectively configured in a cost-effective manner as a suction filter, return filter or return-suction filter, it is proposed in accordance with the invention that different filter elements be insertable into the housing, and that different functional modules be insertable into the housing or connectable to the housing. |
| US10010814B2 |
Portable filtration unit
The present invention relates to portable filtration units including filter components mated with retentate and permeate flow channels wherein particle containing solutions are introduced into the portable filtration units and contacted with the filter components for filtration thereby producing a retentate outflow and a permeate outflow for capture of desired end product. |
| US10010813B2 |
Reduced foam petroleum composition
A reduced foam or reduced foam and water petroleum composition includes crude oil and a preformed antifoam emulsion. The antifoam emulsion includes a hydrophilic continuous phase and a polyorganosiloxane dispersed in the hydrophilic continuous phase. The hydrophilic continuous phase may also contain a demulsifier. The antifoam emulsion includes less than 50 weight percent of a hydrophobic solvent. A method of reducing foam or foam and water in crude oil disposed in a tank is also described. |
| US10010812B2 |
Furan-2,5-dicarboxylic acid purge process
Disclosed is an oxidation process to produce a crude carboxylic acid product carboxylic acid product. The process comprises oxidizing a feed stream comprising at least one oxidizable compound to generate a crude carboxylic acid slurry comprising furan-2,5-dicarboxylic acid (FDCA) and compositions thereof. Also disclosed is a process to produce a dry purified carboxylic acid product by utilizing various purification methods on the crude carboxylic acid. |
| US10010809B2 |
Thin-film treatment of high-value glycol and amine solvents to remove contaminants
A method for cleaning a contaminated solvent used to treat a gas stream, for example a contaminated glycol or a contaminated amine stream, by vacuum evaporation using a mechanically-maintained horizontally-orientated thin film evaporator, where the contaminant material is recovered from the thin film in solvent-free form, as either a heavy organic material or as free flowing salts. |
| US10010808B2 |
Process and apparatus for recovering and blending hydroprocessed hydrocarbons and composition
A process and apparatus provides for blending a heavy naphtha stream with a diesel stream to increase the yield of diesel. The diesel stream is recovered separately from a kerosene stream to leave the kerosene stream undiminished. The blended diesel provides a valuable composition. |
| US10010807B2 |
Low pressure separator having an internal divider and uses therefor
Improvements in biological conversion processes and associated apparatuses are disclosed for the generation of useful end products such as ethanol, through metabolic pathways of C1-fixing bacteria that utilize, as a nutrient, a C1-carbon source from a C1-containing substrate such as an industrial waste gas. Particular aspects of the disclosure relate to the downstream recovery of ethanol and/or isopropanol from bleed and permeate streams and more particularly to performing such recovery with improved efficiency that can advantageously reduce capital (e.g., equipment) and/or operating (e.g., utility) costs. Particular aspects related to the downstream recovery of ethanol and/or isopropanol using a low pressure separator having an internal divider. |
| US10010806B2 |
Apparatus for controlling lighting behavior of a plurality of lighting elements and a method therefor
There is provided an apparatus configured to control a plurality of light emitting elements so that the light emitting elements display a lighting behavior based on audio output which is based on an audio file. The apparatus can include a control portion and a choreography portion. The control portion is operable to generate an instruction sequence which can be used to control the lighting behavior of the light emitting elements, the instruction sequence can include a plurality of lighting instructions. The choreography portion is operable to associate at least one lighting instruction from the plurality of lighting instructions with at least one portion of the audio file. |
| US10010797B2 |
System and method of automatic entry creation for blogs, web pages or file-sharing sites based on game events
Systems and methods are provided for at least partially automating content generation of blog entries chronicling an entity's interaction with a multiuser environment. The same may combine automatic data generation with user-generated and/or user-edited or created narrative. The systems and methods may be employed for automatically generating and publishing descriptions, such as posting blog articles. In one implementation, a system automatically posts blog articles with automatic screenshots and automatically-generated descriptive copy of events that occur within a video game, such as in a massive multiplayer online role-playing game. |
| US10010787B1 |
Three-dimensional maze structure
A three-dimensional maze structure contains: at least one body and at least one ball. Each body includes a central shaft, multiple partitions, and multiple paths. Each path is defined between any two adjacent partitions, among each path and any two adjacent partitions is formed a trapezoidal oblique surface, and each partitions is distributed by multiple semi-trapezoidal stop pieces, the stop piece has two peripheral ribs horizontally extending outward from two sides of each path to prevent the ball rolling out respectively, and between two facing peripheral ribs of any two adjacent stop pieces is defined a window. Each path has multiple fences and plural passages arranged in an irregular manner. Each ball rolls in each path of each body and a point with the trapezoidal oblique surface, hence each ball rolls and is stopped by the stop piece and then moves through horizontal path of any two adjacent partitions. |
| US10010780B2 |
Head engaging assembly for golf swing training device
A modular head engaging assembly for use with a golf swing training device, the assembly including a U-shaped back-of-the-head positioning element including axially aligned inner and outer coupling pieces, the U-shaped back-of-the-head positioning element extending from a position adjacent the forehead of a golfer across the top of the head to a position overlying a portion of the rear of the head, a U-shaped collar element including axially aligned inner and outer coupling pieces, the U-shaped collar element being extending from a position adjacent the forehead of the golfer around each side of the head with a free end positioned above each of the ears, and a front head-positioning element including an inner coupling piece, the front head-positioning element being positioned adjacent the forehead. The three elements being coupled by the coupling pieces. |
| US10010779B2 |
Surfboard paddling exercise apparatus
The invention is an exercise apparatus providing an advanced level of surfboard paddling simulation and muscle development. The design includes a specialized platform, unique hand harnesses, and cable systems with mechanical advantage and mass moment of inertia mechanisms, piston pumps, cable spools, and elastic elements. They allow the user to simulate paddling in an alternating or simultaneous sequence at any speed while strong elastic tension resists the user's thrust strokes, but during paddling return strokes the user feels no elastic tension or resistance. The design also prompts the user to engage and strengthen all dorsal muscles to maintain an appropriately arched body position while paddling. |
| US10010774B2 |
Golf club
A golf club has within the grip a main device, a connector, a wireless module, an antenna, a light emitting element, and an optical fiber. The main device is a device that includes a sensor such as a motion sensor, a circuit such as a CPU, and a battery. The light emitting element is an indicating means that emits light in accordance with the state of a component mounted in the golf club. The light emitted by the light emitting element is guided to the grip end by the optical fiber and emitted to the outside of the grip via the grip end. |
| US10010768B2 |
Golf club
Provided is a golf club enabling the rotation position of an adapter to be viewed without disassembling a coupling structure for coupling a shaft and a golf club head. This golf club includes a shaft, a golf club head having a hosel portion, a first adapter that is accommodated in the interior space of the hosel portion through a shaft attachment hole in the hosel portion, a second adapter that has a through-hole through which the first adapter passes, and at least a portion arranged outside the attachment hole, and a fixing member detachably fixing the first adapter in the interior space of the hosel portion. The shaft is coupled with an inclination relative to the first adapter, the first adapter is coupled with an inclination relative to the second adapter, and the first adapter and the second adapter are coupled so as to be capable of axial rotation. |
| US10010766B2 |
System and method for coating golf balls
In a method and related system of the invention, each golf ball component is progressed while being coated, without contacting another surface until after curing, and without the margin for error created in prior systems/methods using physical or air stream up-take supports. In one embodiment, a method of the invention comprises the steps of: progressing a golf ball component within an enclosed chamber for a controlled duration of time; at least partially covering the golf ball component with a coating material while the ball is progressed within the enclosed chamber; and at least partially curing the coating material on golf ball component in the chamber. The golf ball component may be in a state of free fall while progressed within the enclosed chamber, and in some embodiments, also during the step of curing the coating material on the golf ball component. |
| US10010765B2 |
Golf balls having a center with surrounding foam outer core layer
Multi-layered golf balls having a dual-layered core and cover of at least one layer are provided. The dual-core construction includes a non-foamed inner core (center) made of a thermoplastic or thermoset composition such as polybutadiene rubber. An outer core layer comprising a foamed composition, such as polyurethane foam, is disposed about the inner core. In one version, the foamed outer core layer is made of a relatively soft foam composition having low flex modulus and density. The foamed outer core layer may specific gravity gradient within the layer, wherein the outer surface specific gravity is greater than the midpoint specific gravity. A cover may be disposed about the core structure. For example, an inner cover made of ethylene acid copolymer ionomer and outer cover made of polyurethane may be used. |
| US10010761B2 |
Process for designing rugged pattern on golf ball surface
A golf ball has, on a surface thereof, a rugged pattern composed of a land and a large number of dimples. A method for designing the rugged pattern includes the steps of: (1) assuming a large number of circles on a surface of a phantom sphere; (2) assuming a large number of generating points 16 based on positions of the large number of circles; (3) assuming a large number of Voronoi regions 18 on the surface of the phantom sphere by a Voronoi tessellation based on the large number of generating points 16; and (4) assigning a dimple and a land to the surface of the phantom sphere based on contours of the large number of Voronoi regions 18. |
| US10010760B1 |
Dot geometry for a golf ball surface
A golf ball with an aerodynamic design is disclosed herein. The aerodynamic design has a protrusion at a center of a hex geometry representing an increase in ball radius greater than 0.0005 inches from a minimum ball radius. The minimum ball radius is located between 0.01 and 0.04 inch (11%-46%) from the center of the hex geometry. |
| US10010759B2 |
Modular activity board
An apparatus for receiving one or more activity attachments including a deck having one or more openings along a long axis of the deck and between the top surface and the bottom surface of the deck. Each of the one or more openings having a circular aperture for receiving an accessory of a set of accessories. Each accessory of the set of accessories providing an activity for a user of the activity. Each accessory having an attachment platform configured to attach the accessory to the board. The attachment platform having a locking mechanism to engaging with a complementary locking mechanism of the board. |
| US10010756B2 |
Friction reducing assembly in an exercise machine
An exercise machine includes a frame and a movable element movably attached to the frame that is movable in a performance of an exercise. The exercise machine also includes a friction reducing assembly with a first part attached to the movable element and a second part attached elsewhere on the exercise machine. The friction reducing assembly includes a non-ferromagnetic material and a magnet that moves relative to the non-ferromagnetic material as the movable element moves. The relative movement of the non-ferromagnetic material and the magnet generate a force that reduces friction between the non-ferromagnetic material and the magnet. |
| US10010755B2 |
Cushioning mechanism in an exercise machine
An exercise machine includes a frame, a movable element movably attached to the frame that is movable in the performance of an exercise, and a magnetic assembly attached to the frame. The magnetic assembly has a magnetic unit movably positioned adjacent to a non-ferromagnetic material. |
| US10010754B2 |
Recommended modes of transportation for achieving fitness goals
A computing system is described that determines one or more of modes of transportation available to a user of a computing device to travel from a current location of the computing device to a particular destination such that the user is predicted to arrive at the particular destination by a particular future time. The computing system determines, based at least in part on a fitness goal associated with the user of the computing device, a recommended mode of transportation from the one or more modes of transportation, the recommended mode of transportation being a particular mode of transportation predicted to aid the user in achieving the fitness goal. The computing system outputs, for transmission to the computing device, an indication of the recommended mode of transportation. |
| US10010750B2 |
Personal activity tracking system
An activity tracking device is defined to detect and record movement of a person to which the activity tracking device is affixed. A secondary electronic device is defined separate from the activity tracking device. The secondary electronic device is defined to receive data from the activity tracking device regarding the detected and recorded movement of the person. A website is defined to communicate with connected devices including the secondary electronic device. The website is defined to provide a user account for the person. The website is defined to convey information regarding the detected and recorded movement of the person through the user account. |
| US10010744B2 |
Piece of fitness equipment
A piece of fitness equipment, which is suitable for fitting to a body part of a person comprising a pressure chamber to which a fluid can be applied and a pump that is connected with the pressure chamber and is suitable for applying the fluid to the pressure chamber. Furthermore, the device comprises a controller for controlling the pump and a wearable holder that is detachably connectable with the pressure chamber and serves for holding the pressure chamber to the body part. The pressure chamber is formed in the shape of a hose. |
| US10010742B2 |
Selectorized dumbbell with a weight selector having a continuous periphery that encloses an open interior
A selectorized dumbbell has a plurality of nested weights that provide a stack of left weight plates and a stack of right weight plates. A handle is dropped between the stacks and a selector is inserted into one of a plurality of vertically spaced positions on the handle to couple a selected number of the weights to the handle. The selector has a continuous periphery enclosing an open interior. A user who is exercising with the dumbbell will be alerted to unintended dislodgement of the selector since a portion of the selector's periphery will contact a portion of the user's grip hand, wrist or forearm during such dislodgement. This prevents complete dislodgement and prompts the user to restore the selector to a fully installed position. Side walls of the selector may become curved when the selector is installed to provide an additional frictional force resisting dislodgement of the selector. |
| US10010735B2 |
Modular portable ballet bar exercise device
Multiple embodiments of a portable ballet bar exercise device are disclosed. In certain embodiments, the portable ballet bar exercise device is modular in nature such that it can be used as a single stand-alone unit or a single wall-mountable unit, or can be combined with an identical unit to form a double stand-alone unit or a double wall-mountable unit. |
| US10010731B1 |
Sprinkler drop bracket for intersecting downlight
Provided herein is a snap-to-grid bracket assembly for use with a fire suppression device. In one approach, a fire sprinkler support assembly includes a suspension frame coupled at an intersection of multiple (e.g., four) ceiling grid support elements, and a bracket assembly coupled to the suspension frame and to the plurality of ceiling grid support elements. The bracket assembly may include a main body coupled to the suspension frame, and a support arm extending laterally from the main body. The support arm may include seating members coupled a ceiling grid support element. The fire sprinkler support assembly may further include a sprinkler drop coupled to the support arm, the sprinkler drop and/or sprinkler head extending through the main body and into the suspension frame. The sprinkler support assembly may be a retrofit solution that couples to an existing suspension frame of a downlight fixture. |
| US10010730B2 |
Fire protection sprinkler assembly
A sprinkler assembly (10) having a receiving member (12), a fluid tight seal (44) and a sprinkler frame (14). The receiving member includes an inner surface (22) defining an internal passageway and a central axis (A-A) of the assembly. The frame of the sprinkler includes an internal surface (38) that defines a fluid passage. The sprinkler assembly includes cooperating positioning elements (28, 40) which engage and couple the sprinkler frame to the receiving member for at least one of an axial and rotational adjustment between the frame and receiving member. The engaged positioning elements facilitate formation or location of the fluid tight seal between the sprinkler frame and receiving member, the seal being spaced from the engaged positioning elements. In one aspect of the assembly, the sprinkler frame and receiving member are made of plastic material (e.g. CPVC). |
| US10010727B2 |
Energy deposition zone determination for a catheter with an ultrasound array
The invention provides for a medical apparatus (300) comprising: a magnetic resonance imaging system (302); an ultrasonic system (322) for connecting to a catheter (324, 504, 600) with an ultrasound array (400, 402, 404, 508, 602, 604). The ultrasonic system is operable for driving the ultrasound array. Machine executable instructions (354, 356, 358) cause a processor (334) for controlling the medical apparatus to: generate (100, 202) at least one acoustic radiation impulse with the ultrasonic system, wherein the generated ultrasound energy is below a predetermined level; acquire (102, 204) the magnetic resonance data using an acoustic radiation force imaging pulse sequence; reconstruct (104, 206) at least one acoustic radiation force pulse image using the magnetic resonance data; and determine (106, 208) an energy deposition zone for the catheter using at least partially the at least one acoustic radiation force pulse image. |
| US10010725B2 |
Ultrasound probe for fat and cellulite reduction
A method and system for providing ultrasound treatment to a tissue that contains a lower part of dermis and proximal protrusions of fat lobuli into the dermis. An embodiment delivers ultrasound energy to the region creating a thermal injury and coagulating the proximal protrusions of fat lobuli, thereby eliminating the fat protrusions into the dermis. An embodiment can also include ultrasound imaging configurations using the same or a separate probe before, after or during the treatment. In addition various therapeutic levels of ultrasound can be used to increase the speed at which fat metabolizes. Additionally the mechanical action of ultrasound physically breaks fat cell clusters and stretches the fibrous bonds. Mechanical action will also enhance lymphatic drainage, stimulating the evacuation of fat decay products. |
| US10010719B2 |
Triple endorectal ballooning system for prostate cancer radiotherapy
A triple endorectal ballooning (TERB) system for prostate cancer radiotherapy may include a first balloon unit, a second balloon unit, a third balloon unit, a central passageway and a cover. The first balloon unit may include a first balloon and a first passageway connected to the first balloon. The second balloon unit may include a second balloon and a second passageway connected to the second balloon. The third balloon unit may include a third balloon and a third passageway connected to the third balloon. The central passageway may be arranged between the first to third balloon units to excrete a bowel gas. The cover may be configured to cover the first to third passageways and the central passageway and to support the first to third balloon units. |
| US10010718B2 |
Device to kill micro-organisms inside the respiratory tract
A present idea relates to a device to kill micro-organisms inside the patient's respiratory tract using UV light, specifically UV-C. It is particularly used to treat patients with Coronaviruses family such as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS). The device consists of a triple-lumen catheter and UV control unit. The distal end of one of the catheter's lumen has a curved UV chamber while the proximal end has a cable with a socket to be connected to the UV control unit. The second lumen of the catheter is used for oxygen supply, and the third lumen of the catheter is used for suction. |
| US10010716B2 |
Implantable medical device with automatic sensing threshold adjustment in noisy environment
An implantable medical system includes an implantable medical lead including at least one electrode and an implantable medical device (IMD) coupled to the implantable medical lead. The IMD includes a sensing module that obtains electrical signals on the implantable medical lead. The electrical signals on the implantable medical lead include cardiac signals as well as noise-induced signals. The IMD also includes a noise detection module that obtains noise signals independently of the electrical signals on the implantable medical lead. A control module of the IMD adjusts a sensing threshold of the sensing module in response to detecting the noise signals via the noise detection module. In instances in which the amplitude of the noise-induced signal on the lead is too large, the IMD may transition to a noise operating mode specifically designed to accommodate noisy environments. |
| US10010715B2 |
Systems and methods for delivering therapy to the dorsal horn of a patient
A method of operating an implantable neuromodulator coupled to an electrode array implanted adjacent tissue of a patient having a medical condition comprises conveying electrical modulation energy to tissue of the patient in accordance with a modulation parameter set, wherein conveying the electrical modulation energy to tissue of the patient in accordance with the modulation parameter set stimulates dorsal horn neuronal elements more than dorsal column neuronal elements. |
| US10010710B2 |
Rapid closing surgical closure device
A surgical or wound closure device utilizes a slide fastener for rapidly closing a surgical incision or wound with precise apposition of the sides of the incision. The surgical closure devices are configured for linear incisions, shaped incisions, such as used for wedge biopsy or excisional biopsy, and long incisions, such as used for laparotomy or surgical removal of redundant skin. The surgical closure device may be adhered to the patient's skin prior to making an incision and is subsequently used for closing the incision. |
| US10010709B2 |
Composition for on-demand ultrasound-triggered drug delivery
Injectable or implantable drug delivery systems providing on-demand ultrasound-triggered drug release and methods for controlling the release of drug in a patient are provided herein. The on-demand drug delivery systems contain a drug depot and a drug encapsulated in an encapsulating material, where the encapsulating material is different from the depot. In the preferred embodiment, the depot also contains microbubbles that encapsulate one or more gases. The microbubbles enhance the drug release when ultrasound is applied compared to the same system in the absence of microbubbles. In a preferred embodiment, the drug delivery system, contains an encapsulating material, preferably liposomes, a drug to be delivered, microbubbles, and at least two hydrogel-forming precursor components. Following injection or implantation, the patient can control the time, location and dosage released by administering ultrasound. |
| US10010704B2 |
Systems, methods, and devices for delivering treatment to a skin surface
Systems, methods, and devices are described for delivering treatment to a skin surface of an individual based on a microbe profile, which include a skin-treatment delivery device including at least one treatment agent reservoir with at least one port with a controllable valve, at least one conduit, a location-capture component, a data storage component to store information associated with the microbe profile, and a computing component including a processor and circuitry to receive information associated with a measured feature of a location on the skin surface, correlate the received information associated with the measured feature of the location on the skin surface with the stored information associated with the microbe profile, select one or more treatment agents for application to the location on the skin surface from a database of treatment agents, and actuate the controllable valve of the at least one treatment agent reservoir to modulate release of the selected one or more treatment agents. |
| US10010703B2 |
Drug device configured for wireless communication
This invention relates to an ingestible drug delivery device configured for wireless communication with other ingestible drug delivery devices. |
| US10010701B2 |
Locking assembly for a drainage catheter
A drainage catheter includes an elongated tubular member and a locking assembly. The locking assembly includes a first protruding element and a collar. The first protruding element is disposed proximal to a port in the tubular member through which a proximal portion of a tension member may exit. The collar is coaxially disposed about the tubular member and has a second protruding element projecting from an interior surface of the collar. The collar is configured for longitudinal sliding movement relative to the tubular member such that the collar may be moved along the tubular member toward the proximal end of the tubular member thereby interacting with the first protruding element and securing the proximal portion of the tension member between the first protruding element and the collar. |
| US10010699B2 |
Remotely controlled catheter insertion system
Embodiment methods of treating a human or animal patient using a remotely controlled robotic catheter device inserting a handle of a catheter into a handle controller, inserting the catheter tubular portion into a resealable delivery channel forming a sterile barrier to a sled base, engaging a tip of the catheter with a sterile introducer disposed at an end of the sled base and engaged with the patient's body, positioning the catheter into the patient's body by remotely sending commands to the tele-robotic device to cause the sled member to advance toward the patient's body, and performing a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure on the patient using the catheter. Diagnostic or therapeutic procedures may include a mapping procedure, an ablation procedure, an angioplasty procedure, a drug delivery procedure; an electrophysiology procedure, a radiological procedure, and a medical device implantation or positioning procedure. |
| US10010691B2 |
Breathing apparatus and method for detecting leakage in a sampling line
In a breathing apparatus and a method for the operation thereof, a gas monitor monitors at least one gas and includes a pump that controls a sidestream flow from a patient circuit to the gas monitor via a sampling line having a first end connectable to the gas monitor and a second end connectable to the patient circuit. At least one pressure sensor measures a pressure at the sidestream gas monitor and provides a first pressure signal indicative of the measured pressure. A processor determines if a leakage is occurring in the sampling line based on the pressure signal. |
| US10010690B1 |
Endotracheal tube apparatus
An endotracheal tube apparatus is provided which comprises an endotracheal tube insertable into a trachea of a patient, wherein the endotracheal tube has a sidewall and includes a first passageway, wherein the first passageway is a ventilation passageway to provide ventilation to the patient; a fluid sampling port connected to the sidewall of the endotracheal tube; the fluid sampling port including a fluid sampling passageway, the fluid sampling passageway to obtain a fluid sample comprising one or more gases exhaled from the patient; and the fluid sampling port including a connector to connect the fluid sampling port to an analyzer to detect a presence of carbon dioxide gas in the fluid sample. |
| US10010687B2 |
Device for inhaling powdery substances
A device for inhaling powdery substances, in particular of a medical nature, contained in capsules, can be brought into an emptying position via a receptacle that can be moved in a flat housing, in which position the capsule wall can be pierced via movable needles for the purpose of sucking out the capsule content through a mouthpiece channel, which extends in axial extension of the capsule chamber. The receptacle is designed as a part of the narrow lateral wall of the flat housing that can be pivoted out to a limited extent about an axis and a partial region of the narrow lateral wall plane is designed as a spring-loaded push-button for the needle bearings, in such a way that the partial region moves back to the plane of the narrow lateral wall at a maximum. |
| US10010684B2 |
Safety needle assembly
A safety needle assembly for an injector is provided herein which, in a first aspect of the subject invention, includes a needle having a distal end formed for injection, a carrier for supporting the needle, and a shield for selectively covering the distal end of the needle. The shield includes at least one through aperture formed therein, wherein the at least one through aperture is superimposed over the distal end of the needle in an initial state prior to the injection. In a further aspect of the subject invention, a safety needle assembly is provided which includes a needle having a distal end formed for injection, a carrier for supporting the needle, and a shield for selectively covering the distal end of the needle. The shield includes a proximal and, a distal end and a sidewall extending therebetween. The sidewall defines a first outer diameter at or adjacent to the distal end of the shield, and the sidewall defines at least one outer diameter greater than the first outer diameter at one or more locations located proximally of the first outer diameter. |
| US10010682B2 |
Auto-retractible syringe
An auto-retracting hypodermic syringe has a housing extending axially to form a collar and housing interacting syringe components, an outer barrel is fixed within or forms part of the housing and an inner barrel is slidably mounted within the outer barrel for rearward movement within the outer barrel, the inner barrel has a mount for mounting a hypodermic needle on it or a needle already within a mount; a plunger has a piston on its distal end for withdrawing liquid dosage into the inner barrel when the plunger is pulled back and for injecting dosage when the plunger is pushed forward; axially-spaced, different-diameter discs on the plunger engage with radially pivoting, hinged latching arms formed on the proximal end of the housing and there are other associated latch members on the inner barrel and the housing which move inwards and outwards in correspondence with forward and rearward movements of the plunger; a coil spring is placed between the housing and inner barrel to exert needle retraction force against the inner barrel to retract it into the housing after completion of injection of syringe contents whereupon a latch locks it into the housing. |
| US10010673B2 |
Adjustable medium diverter
A system for modulating delivery of a fluid medium to a selected site within a patient's body includes a syringe for injecting the fluid medium, a delivery catheter including a conduit for delivering the fluid medium from outside of the body to the selected site within the body, a medium reservoir configured to receive a portion of the fluid medium, and a flow diverter assembly disposed in a fluid medium flow path between the syringe and the delivery catheter. The syringe includes a chamber for receiving the fluid medium therein. The flow diverter assembly is configured to divert the portion of the fluid medium from the chamber of the syringe away from the delivery of the medium through the delivery catheter conduit during injecting with the syringe, and simultaneously increase medium fluid flow resistance with increasing pressure level of the fluid medium within the flow diverter assembly. |
| US10010671B2 |
Drug delivery device
Embodiments include a displacement-generating battery cell for driving a drug-delivery device. The cell includes at least one volume-changing element. The cell also includes a housing formed according to a concertina-shaped design with folds in the walls thereof and containing an internal chemical reaction system. The arrangement of the chemical reaction system is such that as the cell is discharged, the volume-changing element expands, thereby lengthening the battery and thus reducing the extent of said folds, such that the cell becomes taller to reflect the expansion of the volume-changing component. |
| US10010669B2 |
Systems and methods for fluid delivery
A system for at least partial closed-loop control of a medical condition is disclosed. The system includes at least one medical fluid pump. The medical fluid pump including a sensor for determining the volume of fluid pumped by the pump. Also, at least one continuous analyte monitor, and a controller. The controller is in communication with the medical fluid pump and the at least one continuous analyte monitor. The controller includes a processor. The processor includes instructions for delivery of medical fluid based at least on data received from the at least one continuous analyte monitor. |
| US10010668B2 |
Occlusion detection techniques for a fluid infusion device having a rotary pump mechanism and a force sensor
An embodiment of a fluid infusion device includes a fluid pump mechanism having a rotor and a stator. The rotor includes a reference surface and a cam element rising from the reference surface. The stator includes a cam element having a stator cam surface. The cam elements cooperate to axially displace the rotor as a function of rotation. A biasing element provides force to urge the cam elements together. A drive motor is coupled to actuate the rotor to pump medication fluid from a fluid cartridge module to a body, via a subcutaneous conduit. A force sensor is coupled to the rotor to generate output levels in response to force imparted thereto. The force sensor cooperates with a detection circuit that obtains and processes the output levels to detect occlusions in a fluid path downstream of the fluid pump mechanism. |
| US10010666B2 |
Balloon catheter method for reducing restenosis via irreversible electroporation
Restenosis or neointimal formation may occur following angioplasty or other trauma to an artery such as by-pass surgery. This presents a major clinical problem which narrows the artery. The invention provides a balloon catheter with a particular electrode configuration. Also provided is a method whereby vascular cells in the area of the artery subjected to the trauma are subjected to irreversible electroporation which is a non-thermal, non-pharmaceutical method of applying electrical pulses to the cells so that substantially all of the cells in the area are ablated while leaving the structure of the vessel in place and substantially unharmed due to the non-thermal nature of the procedure. |
| US10010664B2 |
Life support system
A life support system such as a heart-lung machine may include a plurality of medical devices a control panel and an excellent control position. The control panel may have separate control elements for operating the medical devices. The control panel may be constructed protruding essentially flat over a floor area of the majority of the medical devices. The control panel may be constructed to protrude in such a manner, that a control element, aligned only with a particular device and with the control position, is assigned to each device. |
| US10010658B2 |
Fluidic connector for irrigation and aspiration of wounds
Disclosed herein are several embodiments of a negative pressure apparatus and methods of using the same in the treatment of wounds. Some embodiments are directed towards improved fluidic connectors configured to transmit irrigation fluid and to apply aspiration to a wound, for example using softer, kink-free conformable layers. Some embodiments may comprise a first channel for delivering irrigation fluid to the wound and a second channel for transmitting negative pressure and removing fluid comprising irrigation fluid and wound exudate from the wound, wherein the channels comprise a flexible spacer material. Some embodiments are directed toward an irrigation manifold attachable to or incorporated as part of a distal end of an irrigation and aspiration fluidic connector. |
| US10010656B2 |
Dressing and method for applying reduced pressure to and collecting and storing fluid from a tissue site
A reduced pressure dressing for applying reduced pressure treatment to a tissue site includes an interface layer adapted to be positioned at the tissue site. An absorbent layer is in fluid communication with the interface layer to absorb liquid from at least one of the interface layer and the tissue site. A pump is in fluid communication with the absorbent layer to deliver a reduced pressure to the tissue site. A cover is positioned over the pump, the absorbent layer, and the interface layer to maintain the reduced pressure at the tissue site, and a liquid-air separator is positioned between the absorbent layer and the pump to inhibit liquid from entering the pump. |
| US10010655B2 |
Drug delivery device, method, and system for administration of dual antiplatelet therapy
A drug delivery device for reducing the likelihood of stent thrombosis following implantation in a subject is provided. A stent is provided including a body having a plurality of struts and one or more coatings applied to the body including at least one polymer, a therapeutic agent for inhibiting restenosis, a loading dose of a first antiplatelet agent and a maintenance dose of the first antiplatelet agent, and a loading dose of a second antiplatelet agent and a maintenance dose of the second antiplatelet agent. |
| US10010653B2 |
Methods for increasing coating strength to improve scaffold crimping yield
Methods of reducing crimping damage to polymer and drug coating on a scaffold are disclosed. The methods include physically aging a coating including a coating polymer and drug mixture on a scaffold in a manner that takes into account the differing kinetics of aging, that is, the different temperature dependence of the aging rate of the polymer and drug. |
| US10010651B2 |
Self-expanding devices and methods therefor
Described here are delivery devices for delivering one or more implants to the body, and methods of using. The delivery devices may deliver implants to a variety of locations within the body, for a number of different uses. In some variations, the delivery devices have a cannula with one or more curved sections. In some variations, a pusher may be used to release one or more implants from the cannula. In some variations, one or more of the released implants may be a self-expanding device. Methods of delivering implants to one or more sinus cavities are also described here. |
| US10010647B2 |
Silver containing wound dressing
A wound dressing having anti-microbial activity comprises a first fiber capable of bonding with silver (1) cations. The wound dressing comprises a blend of the first fiber to which silver (1) cations are bonded and a second fiber which is substantially free from silver. The wound dressing comprises from 0.01 to 5.0 percent by weight of silver (1) cations, based on the weight of fiber. |
| US10010646B2 |
Polymer nanofiber scaffolds and uses thereof
A polymer nanofiber scaffold includes a plurality of melt extruded nanofibers that are chemically modified to append surface functionality to the nanofibers. |
| US10010643B1 |
Apparatus for dissolving a fragrance carrier
An apparatus for dissolving a fragrance carrier such as a shower tablet, including a fragrance carrier holder and a mount bracket supporting a water-holding reservoir and configured so that water in the reservoir or from the reservoir can contact and dissolve the fragrance carrier on the holder. The reservoir can be provided with a valve to at least partially control flow of water from the reservoir. The valve is preferably a flapper valve, a rotatable flow regulator valve, a poppet valve or a duckbill valve. A method of dissolving the fragrance carrier is also provided. |
| US10010642B2 |
Volatile material dispenser
A dispenser includes a base holding a cartridge that includes a volatile material reservoir. The base includes a plurality of ribs that support a peripheral flange of the cartridge. The plurality of ribs support a portion of the peripheral flange having a permeable membrane disposed thereon. A first removable cover is attached to the base and has at least one aperture and a first regulating plate. The first cover may be removed and replaced by at least a second cover that has at least one aperture and a second, different regulating plate. |
| US10010641B2 |
Dispensing unit
A dispensing unit has a base with two or more upwardly projecting side panels hingedly attached thereto. The sides have upper ends which pivot inwardly to a closed position, and outwardly to an open position. One or more removable dispensable compound containers are locatable within the unit, positioned adjacent a relative movable side panel. Each side has a capping projection that is located over and caps the container when the side panel is in a closed position, and which uncap the container when in the open position. When the sides are pivoted outwardly, they permit dispensing of the dispensable compound located in each container. |
| US10010640B1 |
Electronic scented candle and fragrance container
An electronic scented candle is described that includes a flame piece, a shell including an installation chamber, a fragrance container that is removably positioned inside the installation chamber, a scent chamber, and a liquid suction channel positioned within the fragrance container. One end of the liquid suction channel protrudes from the fragrance container into the scent chamber and anther end of the liquid suction channel is positioned within the fragrance container to draw a fragrance material from the fragrance container to the scent chamber. A scent outlet in communication with the scent chamber allows scent from the chamber to reach an external environment of the electronic scented candle, and an air inlet in communication with the scent chamber directs air from the external environment to the scent chamber. A heating device heats the content of the scent chamber to allow rapid dissemination of the scent chamber into an external environment. |
| US10010638B2 |
Wax melt with filler
A wax melt includes between about one and about sixty percent by weight of paraffin wax, between about 3 percent and about 20 percent by weight of fragrance, and between about 10 percent and about 35 percent by weight of a silicate. The silicate causes between about 97 percent and about 98 percent of a wax melt weight to be retained over a time period of about sixteen hours when maintained at about sixty-five degrees Celsius. |
| US10010637B2 |
Thermally shrinkable wrapper, in particular for use in sterilization process
A thermally shrinkable wrapper, in particular for use in sterilization processes, includes a first layer of a thermally shrinkable film in the form of a continuous band having a pre-determined width and at least approximately parallel longitudinal edges that define a longitudinal direction of the wrapper. A second layer of a thermally shrinkable film in the form of a continuous band having a pre-determined width and at least approximately parallel longitudinal edges, is placed over said first layer so that the longitudinal edges of the first and said second layer are at least approximately aligned with respect to each other. A pair of bearing bands provided by a thermally non-shrinkable material are embedded and welded between the first layer and the second layer in the area of their aligned longitudinal edges. |
| US10010631B2 |
Ligands for imaging cardiac innervation
Novel compounds that find use as imaging agents within nuclear medicine applications (PET imaging) for imaging of cardiac innervation are disclosed. These PET based radiotracers may exhibit increased stability, decreased NE release (thereby reducing side effects), improved quantitative data, and/or high affinity for VMAT over prior radiotracers. Methods of using the compounds to image cardiac innervation are also provided. In some instances the compounds are developed by derivatizing certain compounds with 18F in a variety of positions: aryl, alkyl, a keto, benzylic, beta-alkylethers, gamma-propylalkylethers and beta-proplylalkylethers. Alternatively or additionally, a methyl group a is added to the amine, and/or the catechol functionality is either eliminated or masked as a way of making these compounds more stable. |
| US10010628B2 |
Method for inducing antitumor immunity using Sindbis viral vectors and tumor associated antigens
The subject application is directed to a method for treating a mammal harboring a tumor comprising identifying a tumor associated antigen (TAA) expressed by the tumor and parenterally administering to the mammal a therapeutically effective amount of a Sindbis viral vector carrying a gene encoding the TAA to the mammal sufficient to elicit an immune response directed against the tumor, and thereby treating the tumor. |
| US10010621B2 |
Conjugates of biologically active molecules to functionalized polymers
This document relates to conjugates of a biologically active molecule or a derivative thereof and functionalized (e.g., mono- or bi-functional) polymers (e.g., polyethylene glycol and related polymers) as well as methods and materials for making and using such conjugates. |
| US10010618B2 |
Methods for treating cancer using combination therapies
Described are methods, uses, and kits for utilizing a targeted ligand conjugate in combination with a thiol inhibitor or a system xc− inhibitor for the treatment of cancer or inflammation. Also described are in vitro assays utilizing a targeted ligand conjugate in combination with a thiol inhibitor or a system xc− inhibitor. |
| US10010616B2 |
Immunogenic compositions and reagents for preparing
The invention described herein pertains to compounds and conjugates, to compositions, complexes and formulations comprising the compounds and/or conjugates, and to methods of use of the compounds, conjugates and their compositions, complexes and formulations in vaccines and vaccinations and generating immune responses. |
| US10010614B2 |
Derivatives of GLP-1 like peptides, and uses thereof
The invention relates to derivatives of GLP-1 like peptides which are C-terminally extended analogs of native GLP-1. The derivatives comprise two side chains, one at a position corresponding to position 42, and one at a position corresponding to position 18, 23, 27, 31, 36, or 38, wherein both positions are when compared to GLP-1(7-37). The side chains comprise a C19, C20, or C22 diacid protracting moiety and optionally a linker. The invention also relates to intermediate products in the form of novel GLP-1 analogs incorporated in the derivatives of the invention, as well as pharmaceutical compositions and medical uses of the derivatives. The derivatives have very long half-lives while maintaining a satisfactory potency, which makes them potentially suitable for once-monthly administration. |
| US10010611B2 |
Antibody formulations
The invention provides stable aqueous pharmaceutical formulations comprising a therapeutic antibody, trehalose, a buffer, and optional surfactant, and having a pH in the range of about 5.5 to about 7.0. The invention also provides methods for making such formulations and methods of using such formulations. |
| US10010609B2 |
Method and apparatus for treating bone fractures, and/or for fortifying and/or augmenting bone, including the provision and use of composite implants
A composite implant comprising an injectable matrix material which is flowable and settable, and at least one reinforcing element for integration with the injectable matrix material, the at least one reinforcing element adding sufficient strength to the injectable matrix material such that when the composite implant is disposed in a cavity in a bone, the composite implant supports the bone. A method for treating a bone comprising: selecting at least one reinforcing element to be combined with an injectable matrix material to form a composite implant capable of supporting the bone; positioning the at least one reinforcing element in a cavity in the bone; flowing the injectable matrix material into the cavity wherein the injectable matrix material interfaces with the at least one reinforcing element; and transforming the injectable matrix material from a flowable state to a nonflowable state to establish a static structure that supports the adjacent bone. |
| US10010605B2 |
FMDV recombinant vaccines and uses thereof
The present invention encompasses FMDV vaccines or compositions. The vaccine or composition may be a vaccine or composition containing FMDV antigens. The invention also encompasses recombinant vectors encoding and expressing FMDV antigens, epitopes or immunogens which can be used to protect animals, in particular ovines, bovines, caprines, or swines, against FMDV. |
| US10010604B2 |
Treatment of PRDC in pigs
The present invention relates to the use of an immunogenic composition comprising a porcine circovirus type 2 (PCV2) antigen for the prevention and treatment, including a reduction in the severity of, duration of, and manifestations of, porcine respiratory disease complex (PRDC) in animals, preferably in pigs. |
| US10010600B2 |
Compositions and methods for administration of vaccines against dengue virus
Embodiments of the present invention report compositions and methods for vaccinating a subject against dengue viruses. In some embodiments, vaccine compositions may be administered by intradermal introduction. In certain embodiments, intradermal introduction in a subject of a vaccine against dengue virus may include one or more intradermal boosts after initial vaccination. Other embodiments include intradermal injection of a vaccine composition against dengue virus wherein the composition provides protection against two or more of DEN-1, DEN-2, DEN-3 and DEN-4. |
| US10010599B2 |
Norovirus vaccine formulations
The present invention relates to antigenic and vaccine compositions comprising Norovirus antigens and adjuvants, in particular, mixtures of monovalent VLPs and mixtures of multivalent VLPs, and to a process for the production of both monovalent and multivalent VLPs, the VLPs comprising capsid proteins from one or more Norovirus genogroups. |
| US10010587B2 |
IL-2Rβ-selective agonists in combination with an anti-CTLA-4 antibody or an anti-PD-1 antibody
The invention relates to (among other things) method of administering to a patient suffering from a cancer, the method comprising the steps of: (a) an IL-2Rβ-activating amount of a long acting, IL-2Rβ-selective agonist; and (b) a CTLA-4 pathway-inhibiting amount of an anti-CTLA-4 antibody or a PD-1 pathway-inhibiting amount of an anti-PD-1 antibody. |
| US10010584B2 |
Treatment of depressive disorders
The invention provides for the use of carbonic anhydrase activators; protein kinase C activators and FGF-18 to treat depressive disorders. The invention also relates to improved animal models and methods for screening and identifying compounds to treat depressive disorders. |
| US10010583B2 |
Methods for treating inflammatory disorders and traumatic brain injury using stabilized non-hematopoietic EPO short peptides
The described invention provides methods for treating an inflammatory brain disease, disorder or condition and for treating a traumatic brain injury having an inflammatory component in a subject in need thereof using isolated erythropoietin (EPO)-derived oligopeptides. |
| US10010576B2 |
Method of treatment
The present disclosure relates to the control of fungal infection of horn-like envelopes covering dorsal and terminal phalanges in humans and animals and related cerebral protrusions in animals as well as keratin comprising material on surfaces of humans and animals. Agents and natural and synthetic formulations and extracts useful for the control of fungal infection of these envelopes and related protrusions and keratin comprising material are also encompassed by the subject disclosure. In an embodiment, the present disclosure teaches the treatment of fungal infection of nails and in particular onychomycosis in humans. |
| US10010570B2 |
Galenical solid
Preparation process for dietary supplements, comprising at least two steps, the first step of which is to obtain a basic composition comprising liquid vegetable extracts (that contain alcohol), essential oils, water and optionally powdered vegetable extracts, mineral elements, vitamins, vegetable oils, marine plasma, organic silica, etc., and the second step of which is used to solidify the mixture by adding a solidifying premix comprising alginates, a vegetable gum and optionally solidification retarders such as dry hydrophilic plants, water chelators or other substances, even chemicals. The advantage of the process is that it enables dietary supplements to be obtained in a dry solid state that can be stored at ambient temperature or in a refrigerator, and is stable over time, without losing the nutritional and therapeutic value of the vegetable or natural substances contained therein. |
| US10010567B2 |
Bioeffective krill oil compositions
This disclosure discloses new krill oil compositions characterized by having high amounts of phospholipids, astaxanthin esters and/or omega-3 contents. The krill oils are obtained from krill meal using supercritical fluid extraction in a two stage process. Stage 1 removes the neutral lipid by extracting with neat supercritical CO2 or CO2 plus approximately 5% of a co-solvent. Stage 2 extracts the actual krill oils by using supercritical CO2 in combination with approximately 20% ethanol. The krill oil materials obtained are compared with commercially available krill oil and found to be more bioeffective in a number of areas such as anti-inflammation, anti-oxidant effects, improving insulin resistances and improving blood lipid profile. |
| US10010566B2 |
Compositions and methods useful for ameliorating age related maladies
The invention provides methods and compositions useful for ameliorating age related maladies, enhancing and maintaining immune function, enhancing and maintaining cognitive function, enhancing and maintaining muscle strength, enhancing and maintaining balance, and reducing and mitigating oxidative stress in an animal. The compositions comprise a combination of at least two of one or more unsaturated fatty acids (UFA); one or more nitric oxide releasing compounds (NORC); one or more anti-glycation agents; and colostrum, and the methods comprise administering to an animal a therapeutically effective amount of the compositions. |
| US10010561B2 |
Method of treating cancer using high efficiency self-illuminative nanocomplexes and method of manufacturing the same
The present disclosure relates to a method of treating cancer using a composition including a target-specific self-illuminative nanocomplex which includes a self-illuminative nanocomplex including a quantum dot and a modified self-illuminative protein (m-Rluc8), a targeted cancer-specific molecule and a hydrophilic polymer, and a method of preparing the composition. Since the high efficiency self-illuminative nanocomplex may have high target specificity by chemically binding to a target-specific molecule, it can be effectively used in cancer treatment using a nanometer-scale laser light source, and therefore it is expected to propose a new paradigm of nanoptic therapeutics. |
| US10010560B2 |
Small molecule HSP70 inhibitors
In an effort to discover therapies for treating HSP70 related diseases, a previously unidentified hydrophobic pocket was found in the C-terminal domain of DnaK and of human HSP70. A novel chemical scaffold was also discovered for identifying compounds that treat diseases related to this hydrophobic pocket. The compounds have the structure of the formula (I), wherein L, M, and R1-R5 are defined herein and are, therefore, in these therapies, optionally with other pharmaceutical agents such as genotoxic agents. Accordingly these compounds are useful in inhibiting HSP70 or DnaK, reducing HSP70 in mitochondria of a cancer cell, treating malignant neoplastic disease, or inhibiting or reducing bacterial growth. These compounds also resulted in novel methods of screening for a HSP70 inhibitor or DnaK inhibitor by using the three-dimensional structure of the hydrophobic pocket in DnaK or HSP70. |
| US10010559B2 |
Use of derivatives containing C-O-P bonds in patients with kidney failure
Use of a derivative containing C—O—P bonds in a controlled release form to treat patients with kidney failure. Moreover, it comprises the use of said derivatives together with other active substances, which particularly may be selected from a list comprising a calcimimetic, vitamin, phosphate binder, thiosulfate, bisphosphonate, pyrophosphate, citrate, diuretic, antihypertensive and anticholesteraemic agent. |
| US10010556B2 |
Bicyclic bromodomain inhibitors
The invention relates to substituted bicyclic compounds, which are useful for inhibition of BET protein function by binding to bromodomains, pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds, and use of the compounds and compositions in therapy. |
| US10010555B2 |
Animal and human anti-trypanosomonal and anti-leishmania agents
Provided herein are Aminopurine compounds of Formula I: or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, tautomers, isotopologues, or stereoisomers thereof, wherein R1, R2, and R3 are as defined herein, compositions comprising an effective amount of an Aminopurine Compound, and methods for treating or preventing animal and human protozoal infections. |
| US10010550B2 |
Inhibitors of human phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase delta
Methods of inhibiting phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase delta isoform (PI3Kδ) activity, and methods of treating diseases, such as disorders of immunity and inflammation, in which PI3Kδ plays a role in leukocyte function are disclosed. Preferably, the methods employ active agents that selectively inhibit PI3Kδ, while not significantly inhibiting activity of other PI3K isoforms. Compounds are provided that inhibit PI3Kδ activity, including compounds that selectively inhibit PI3Kδ activity. Methods of using PI3Kδ inhibitory compounds to inhibit cancer cell growth or proliferation are also provided. Accordingly, the invention provides methods of using PI3Kδ inhibitory compounds to inhibit PI3Kδ-mediated processes in vitro and in vivo. |
| US10010546B2 |
Treatment of ophthalmic conditions by selectively removing senescent cells from the eye
Methods are provided herein for selectively killing senescent cells and for treating senescence-associated diseases and disorders by administering a senolytic agent. Senescence-associated diseases and disorders treatable by the methods using the senolytic agents described herein include cardiovascular diseases and disorders associated with or caused by arteriosclerosis, such as atherosclerosis; idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis; chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; osteoarthritis; senescence-associated ophthalmic diseases and disorders; and senescence-associated dermatological diseases and disorders. |
| US10010544B2 |
METAP2 inhibitors and methods of treating obesity
The present invention relates to modified or polymer conjugated MetAP2 inhibitors. The present invention also relates to methods of preventing, inducing, causing or increasing weight loss, treating obesity and/or treating metabolic syndrome utilizing the modified or polymer conjugated MetAP2 inhibitors. The present invention also relates to methods of improving insulin sensitivity and glycemic control, reducing insulin levels and/or improving leptin sensitivity utilizing the modified or polymer conjugated MetAP2 inhibitors. |
| US10010543B1 |
Transdermal dosage form
The disclosure generally relates to tamper-resistant transdermal dosage forms. The dosage forms can comprise an active agent and more than one antagonist reservoir. |
| US10010542B2 |
PFKFB3 inhibit and methods of use as an anti-cancer therapeutic
A novel compound, (E)-1-(pyridyn-4-yl)-3-(7-(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-2-yl)-prop-2-en-1-one, is provided herein. (E)-1-(pyridyn-4-yl)-3-(7-(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-2-yl)-prop-2-en-1-one is an inhibitor of 6-phosphofructo-2-kinase/fructose-2,6-biphosphatase 3 (PFKFB3) with surprisingly superior efficacy and pharmacodynamic properties in vitro and in vivo. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions including the compound and methods of use of the compound in treating cancer and tumors in vivo, as well as inhibiting glycolytic flux and PFKFB3 enzymatic activity in cells. |
| US10010537B2 |
Clevidipine emulsion formulations containing antimicrobial agents
Pharmaceutical formulations comprising clevidipine and an antimicrobial agent exhibit a reduced propensity for microbial growth and provide increased convenience to health care workers administering clevidipine-containing formulations to patients. |
| US10010536B2 |
Method of modulating stress-activated protein kinase system
Disclosed are methods of modulating a stress activated protein kinase (SAPK) system with an active compound, wherein the active compound exhibits low potency for inhibition of at least one p38 MAPK; and wherein the contacting is conducted at a SAPK-modulating concentration that is at a low percentage inhibitory concentration for inhibition of the at least one p38 MAPK by the compound. Also disclosed are derivatives of pirfenidone. These derivatives can modulate a stress activated protein kinase (SAPK) system. |
| US10010530B2 |
Carboxamide derivative and its diastereomers in stable crystalline form
The present disclosure relates to solid crystalline forms of N—((S)-1-(3-(3-chloro-4-cyanophenyl)-1H-pyrazol-1-yl)-propan-2-yl)-5-(1-hydroxyethyl)-1H-pyrazole-3-carboxamide (I) and the diastereomers thereof, and to methods for preparing such crystalline forms. Compound (I) and the diastereomers thereof are potent androgen receptor (AR) modulators useful as a medicament. |
| US10010524B2 |
Short acting phenylalkylamine calcium channel blockers and uses thereof
The present invention relates to the use of a pharmaceutically effective amount of an short-acting calcium channel blocking compound to treat ischemic heart conditions, cardiac arrhythmias, hypertensive crisis in an emergency room setting, hypertension before, during, or after surgery, no-reflow phenomenon following reperfusion, and diseases associated with decreased skeletal muscle blood flow. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions formulated for use in such methods and to kits for such methods. |
| US10010523B2 |
Short acting phenylalkylamine calcium channel blockers and uses thereof
The present invention relates to the use of a pharmaceutically effective amount of an short-acting calcium channel blocking compound to treat ischemic heart conditions, cardiac arrhythmias, hypertensive crisis in an emergency room setting, hypertension before, during, or after surgery, no-reflow phenomenon following reperfusion, and diseases associated with decreased skeletal muscle blood flow. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions formulated for use in such methods and to kits for such methods. |
| US10010515B2 |
Therapeutic approaches for treating Parkinson's disease
The present invention relates to compositions and methods for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and related disorders. More specifically, the present invention relates to novel combinatorial therapies of Parkinson's disease and related disorders targeting the alpha-synuclein aggregation network. In particular, the invention relates to compounds which, alone or in combination(s), can effectively protect neuronal cells from alpha-synuclein aggregates. The invention also relates to methods of producing a drug or a drug combination for treating Parkinson's disease and to methods of treating Parkinson's disease or a related disorder. |
| US10010512B2 |
Methods of treating diseases associated with high-fat diet and vitamin A deficiency using retinoic acid receptor agonists
This invention relates to pharmaceutical composition and methods of using vitamin A and/or RARβ agonist for the treatment or prevention of diseases or conditions associated with high fat diet and/or vitamin deficiency. |
| US10010511B2 |
Transdermal drug delivery system
A transdermal drug delivery system is provided that includes a drug-in-adhesive matrix layer and a backing layer. The matrix layer includes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, a cross-linked polyvinylpyrrolidone binder, a mesoporous silicon dioxide filler, and a pressure sensitive adhesive, while the backing layer forms an exterior facing-surface of the delivery system. The ratio of the mesoporous silicon dioxide filler to the cross-linked polyvinylpyrrolidone binder ranges from about 1:1 to about 1:8. As a result of the specific components of the matrix layer and the amounts in which they are utilized, the resulting delivery system, which can include a homogeneous dispersion of the active pharmaceutical ingredient in the formulation, is capable of delivering the active pharmaceutical ingredient over a period of up to about 7 days in a generally constant and controlled fashion. Further, the only layer that contemplates the use of an adhesive component is the drug-in-adhesive matrix layer. |
| US10010509B2 |
Apparatus and method for producing controlled dosage of bioactive agent
An apparatus for producing a controlled dosage of bioactive agent is disclosed. The apparatus includes: a print device to eject a drop of a mixture onto an ingestible substrate, wherein the drop of mixture includes a bioactive agent within an ingestible carrier fluid and is between 50 ng and 1000 ng in size; a charge generating device adjacent to the print device to generate charge on the bioactive agent to draw the bioactive agent to the ingestible substrate; a cold fluid removal device adjacent to the charge generating device to remove a portion of the ingestible carrier fluid from the bioactive agent; an application device adjacent to the cold fluid removal device to apply an ingestible layer on top of the ingestible substrate encapsulating the bioactive agent or to fold the ingestible substrate on top of the bioactive agent encapsulating the bioactive agent; and a transfer device adjacent to the print device, the charge generating device, the cold fluid removal device, and the application device to move the ingestible substrate from one device to the next. |
| US10010504B2 |
Compositions and methods including celecoxib and plumbagin relating to treatment of cancer
The present invention relates to compositions and methods for treatment of proliferative disease. In specific aspects, the present invention relates to compositions including celecoxib and plumbagin in combination; methods for treatment of a proliferative disease including administration of celecoxib and plumbagin in a subject in need thereof; and particularly methods for treatment of skin cancer including administration of celecoxib and plumbagin in a subject in need thereof. |
| US10010503B2 |
Methods and compositions for oral administration
This invention provides compositions comprising a protein, an absorption enhancer, a protease inhibitor, method for treating diabetes mellitus, comprising administering same, and methods for oral administration of a protein with an enzymatic activity, comprising orally administering same. |
| US10010502B2 |
Device that delivers a sustained low-dose of a myopia-suppressing drug, while preserving pupillary function and accommodation
A non-degradable topical ocular drug delivery device includes about 0.001% to about 10% w/w of at least one myopia-suppressing agent complexed with an immobile acid within a crosslinked polymer matrix. The cross-linked polymer matrix is configured to deliver the least one myopia-suppressing agent over an extended period of time at a concentration and rate that controls myopia progression while preserving pupillary function and accommodation. |
| US10010498B2 |
Methods for treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis with follistatin fusion proteins
The disclosure provides, in part, follistatin polypeptides that are suitable for use in local administration and methods for use. |
| US10010497B2 |
Cosmetic preparation containing crosslinkable silicone rubber emulsion and its production method
A cosmetic preparation containing a crosslinkable silicone rubber emulsion comprising (A) 100 parts by weight of a straight chain or branched organopolysiloxane containing at least two hydroxyl groups bonded to the silicon atom per molecule prepared by ring-opening polymerization of a cyclic organosiloxane in the presence of an alkoxysilane or its partial hydrolytic condensate or an α,ω-dihydroxy or dialkoxy siloxane oligomer by using a catalyst selected from citric, lactic, and ascorbic acids and an anionic surfactant emulsifier; and (B) 0.5 to 20 parts by weight of a reaction product of an amino group-containing organoxysilane and an acid anhydride. |
| US10010495B2 |
Hair dyeing process using at least one ortho-diphenol and one organic salt of titanium and of a carboxylic acid
The present invention relates to a process for dyeing keratin fibers, in particular human keratin fibers such as the hair, in which the said fibers are treated using one or more cosmetic compositions comprising a) one or more ortho-diphenols, b) one or more organic salts of titanium and of at least one carboxylic acid, and c) optionally one or more chemical oxidizing agents such as hydrogen peroxide or one or more hydrogen peroxide generating systems. |
| US10010493B2 |
Ester compound, and cosmetic component and cosmetic product each containing same
The purpose of the present invention is to provide a novel ester compound which can be used as a component of a cosmetic component. An ester compound of tricyclo[5.2.1.02,6]decane, which is represented by formula (I). |
| US10010490B2 |
Cosmetic composition comprising cellulose fibers with small fiber diameter and comparatively small aspect ratio
There is provided a cosmetic additive in which the cosmetic obtained by mixing has excellent transparency, and good spread and feeling of use during application, and stickiness when dried can be suppressed, and a cosmetic containing the additive. A cosmetic additive containing cellulose fibers having an average fiber diameter (D) of 0.001 to 0.05 μm, and a ratio (L/D) of average fiber length (L) to average fiber diameter (D) of 5 to 500; and a cosmetic containing the cosmetic additive. |
| US10010481B2 |
Flexible package with a sealed sterile chamber for the reconsitution and administration of fluid medicinal or nutritional substances instillable into the body of a patient
A package for infusion or instillation of medicinal or nutritional products into the body of a patient comprises a bag of liquid diluent equipped with at least one drain tube and a mixing tube equipped with a coupling and perforation device for a bottle of a pharmacological or nutritional substance in powder, gel or other material, provided with a perforatable cap. The package comprises a flexible airtight sterile casing, containing said bottle of the substance in powder or other and the coupling and perforation device. The bottle is housed in the casing in a coupling position with the coupling and perforation device and is manually manoeuvrable from the outside of the casing up to a perforating position of the cap of the bottle. |
| US10010480B2 |
Absorbing layer for blister package, laminate comprising same, and blister package using said laminate
The purpose of the present invention is to provide an absorbent layer for blister packs, which imparts sufficient formability and is free from forming failure even if a pocket part is formed to a certain depth. An absorbent layer for blister packs, which sequentially comprises, in the following order, an outer skin layer, an intermediate layer containing an inorganic absorbent and a binder resin, and an inner skin layer containing 5-80% by mass of a metallocene polypropylene and 95-20% by mass of a non-metallocene polypropylene. |
| US10010479B2 |
System and method for auricular peripheral nerve field stimulation
An auricular peripheral nerve field stimulator system includes an electrical stimulation device for generating electrical stimulation signals and a plurality of therapy electrodes electrically coupled thereto, each of the therapy electrodes including at least one needle for percutaneous insertion into an auricle of a human ear near at least one neurovascular bundle located therein. At least one of the therapy electrodes includes a plurality of such needles for percutaneous insertion into the auricle near the at least one neurovascular bundle. In some embodiments, at least one reference electrode electrically is coupled to the electrical stimulation device and includes at least one needle for percutaneous insertion into or adjacent the auricle to provide a ground reference for the electrical stimulation device. The generated electrical stimulation signals are, in any case, delivered by the percutaneously inserted needles to stimulate at least one auricular peripheral nerve field within the auricle. |
| US10010475B2 |
Systems and methods for treating amblyopia by visual stimulation of the brain
A system for treating amblyopia through the visual stimulation of the brain through a predetermined regime is provided. The system for treating amblyopia comprises a headmountable visual content display device, a controller unit, a visual content source, a data storage device, a graphic processing unit and an audio source. A protocol useful for treating amblyopia by visual stimulation of the brain is also provided. A predetermined regime useful for treating amblyopia by stimulation of the brain is additionally provided. |
| US10010472B2 |
Lower limbs rehabilitation training robot
A lower limb rehabilitation training robot is provided, which includes a bedstead support and a rising bedstead arranged on the bedstead support, and further includes a linear motion device, a push rod device, a bionic leg arranged at one end of a surface of the rising bedstead and hinged to the rising bedstead, and a bed board configured to support a patient and arranged at another end of the rising bedstead. The linear motion device is arranged between the bedstead support and the rising bedstead, is configured to allow the rising bedstead to slide along the bedstead support, and has one lateral surface connected to the bedstead support and another lateral surface hinged to the rising bedstead. The push rod device is configured to drive the rising bedstead to rotate around a hinge point where the rising bedstead is hinged to the linear motion device. |
| US10010470B2 |
Combined exercise and massage device
An exercise and massage device utilizes a substantially spherical body having a central cavity that extends to opposite sides of the spherical body so that the cavity forms openings on opposite sides of the spherical body. A transverse handle is positioned within the cavity that extends across the cavity. At least one grasping portion is located within the cavity and is spaced between the transverse handle and at least one of the openings of the central cavity to provide a fingerhold during use. A resilient outer layer surrounds the spherical body and provides an exterior surface of the spherical body. The resilient outer layer is provided with projections to facilitate massage when used in the massage mode when the device is used in a massage mode. The device is weighted to provide a total weight of from 2 lbs or more. In another embodiments of an exercise and massage device at least one ring member is encased within the spherical body to provide at least one of weight and structural support to the device. |
| US10010467B2 |
Load detector and load detection system
The load detector includes: first and second beam type load cells which are supported on first and second support bases in a cantilever manner to have free ends; and a mounting part on which an object is to be placed, which includes first and second connection parts connected to the first and second beam type load cells, and which is disposed between the first and second beam type load cells. The free ends of the first and second beam type load cells face opposite directions to each other in an extending direction of the first beam type load cell. The first and second connection parts of the mounting part are respectively connected to the first and second beam type load cells on a side of the free ends of the first and second beam type load cells. |
| US10010465B2 |
Bed guard assembly
The bed consists of a frame, mattress platform and removable bed guard assembly. The bed guard assembly includes a main support which at the lower end has a mounting for connection to the bed, a guard permanently fixed to the main support and a locking mechanism for fixing the main support in relation to the bed. The locking mechanism is located inside the guard assembly and includes a sleeve and blocking element which moves between two positions. In one position the blocking element engages in the sleeve, and in the second position the blocking element is released from the sleeve, where in one of these positions it allows the movement of the main support in relation to the sleeve, and in the second of these positions it prevents the movement of the main support in relation to the sleeve, the movement of the blocking element of the locking mechanism is controlled by the actuator. |
| US10010459B2 |
Absorbent article with dual core
An absorbent article. The absorbent article includes a topsheet having a body contacting surface, a backsheet joined to said topsheet, and an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet, wherein the absorbent core has an upper layer and a lower layer. The lower layer has two density zones. |
| US10010454B2 |
Systems, methods, and devices for treating a tissue site on a mammal having hair proximate the tissue site
Systems, methods, and devices are presented for treating a tissue site and managing hair proximate the tissue site. A composition is provided for inhibiting, removing, or weakening hair proximate the tissue site and for providing an improved fluid seal by a flexible film drape over the tissue site. In some example embodiments, a hair-modification agent is disposed at least proximate a peripheral edge of a treatment manifold between a drape and epidermis proximate a tissue site. The hair-modification agent can be configured to flow over imperfections on the epidermis and to form a fluid seal against the epidermis, and can further be configured to at least substantially weaken hair on the epidermis as the hair encounters the hair-modification agent. |
| US10010453B2 |
Adhesive patch
An adhesive patch containing an adhesive patch main part containing a support and an adhesive layer laminated on the support, wherein the adhesive patch main part has a peripheral part, a central part, and an intermediate part between the peripheral part and the central part, the intermediate part of the adhesive patch main part has a thickness greater than that of the central part of the adhesive patch main part, and the central part of the adhesive patch main part has a thickness greater than that of the peripheral part of the adhesive patch main part, and a production method thereof. |
| US10010452B2 |
Primary dressing for moist wound healing, and method for producing said primary dressing
The invention relates to a primary dressing for moist wound healing with a reduced risk of inflammation. The elastic primary dressing according to the invention for moist wound healing is in the form of a lattice or a netting made of elongated elastic bodies, said lattice or netting containing non-resorbable elongated bodies that consist of silicone and optionally at least one additive selected from active pharmacological ingredients, collagens, hydrocolloids, and/or dyes. The lattice or netting preferably contains resorbable elongated bodies in addition to the non-resorbable elongated bodies, said resorbable elongated bodies containing at least one resorbable and bioactive organic compound, in particular selected from collagens and hydrocolloids. The invention also relates to a wound dressing that the primary dressing according to the invention contains in combination with a secondary dressing. The invention also relates to methods for producing primary dressings according to the invention. |
| US10010448B2 |
Insertion and removal methods and apparatus for therapeutic devices
Described herein is an apparatus to insert an implantable therapeutic device into a patient. The apparatus includes a proximal handle (210) and a distal placement portion (220) coupled to the proximal handle and configured to hold the implantable therapeutic device. The distal placement portion includes a first side (222) having a first engagement structure (251) at a distal end of the first side, the first engagement structure configured to surround at least a first portion of a proximal end region of the implantable therapeutic device. The distal placement portion includes a second, opposite side (224) having a second engagement structure (253) at a distal end of the second side, the second engagement structure configured to surround at least a second, opposite portion of the proximal end region of the implantable therapeutic device. |
| US10010446B2 |
Cooling system for an occupant of an occupant support and a cooling garment
A cooling system for an occupant of an occupant support comprises a coolant conduit having an inlet for receiving coolant and an outlet for discharging the coolant to a destination. The conduit is nonpermanently and manually shape adjustable, shape stable subsequent to adjustment, and removably securable to the occupant support, the occupant or both. In one embodiment the destination is an ambient environment selected to achieve targeted coolant delivery to a localized region of the occupant's body. A cooling glove to be worn by a user has at least one coolant intake and at least one of a) a coolant passage extending from the coolant intake to an exhaust opening which exhausts coolant to an ambient environment; and b) a cooperative relationship with the user which defines a fluid pathway bounded in part by the glove and in part by the user and which discharges coolant to an ambient environment. |
| US10010445B2 |
Treatment device using nanotechnology
The current invention discloses a treatment device having a heat source, a power source and a heat applicator. The power source includes at least one nanotech battery, ensuring superior properties such as prolonged electricity production and prompt recharging. The heat applicator includes a heat conductive layer made from nanofibers, providing highly efficient heat distribution to the targeted regions. The power source provides energy to the heat source, which generates heat so that the applicator may distribute to an injury site or wound bed of a user. The current device may also be used for cooling, instead of heating applications. In addition to the medical utilizations, the current device may also play a central role in other apparatus that require thermal control capabilities. |
| US10010442B2 |
Nasal dilator with elastic membrane structure
An external nasal dilator comprises resilient and engagement elements. The engagement element functions primarily to affix, adhere, or otherwise engage the dilator to the skin surface of the nose. The resilient element comprises one part that provides out-of-plane resiliency, or spring biasing forces, and another part that provides in-plane elasticity, or stretching or tensioning forces. The dilator includes horizontal regions adapted to engage outer wall tissues of first and second nasal passages of a nose. When in use the dilator stabilizes or expands nasal outer wall tissues and prevents the outer wall tissues from drawing inward during breathing. |
| US10010441B2 |
Gastric restriction devices for treating obesity
A gastric restraining device for treating excessive weight or obesity in mammals. The gastric restraining device includes an elastomeric sheet configured to be placed around a stomach of a mammal, an ablation device attached to the elastomeric sheet, the ablation device configured to emit energy toward an outer surface of the stomach when the elastomeric sheet is placed around the stomach, and an energy device coupled to the ablation device to generate the energy and to transfer the energy to the ablation device. |
| US10010435B2 |
Orthopedic damping device
An orthopedic damping device with a movably mounted piston and at least one chamber which has a wall and in which a compressible medium is compressed by moving the piston in a first direction and decompressed by moving the piston in an opposite second direction. The chamber is connected to a discharge channel. A closure element is paired with the discharge channel. The closure element is movably mounted on a support. The support is coupled to the piston or is designed as a piston. The closure element is coupled to a contact region which can be moved relative to the support. |
| US10010434B2 |
Prosthetic and orthotic devices having magnetorheological elastomer spring with controllable stiffness
A prosthetic or orthotic device includes a body configured to support at least a portion of a human limb of a user wearing the prosthetic or orthotic device. The device can also include a shock absorption member coupled to the body. The shock absorption member includes one or more magnetorheological elastomer (MRE) springs disposed between a first portion of the body and a second portion of the body. The one or more MRE springs are selectively actuatable to vary a stiffness of the shock absorption member via the application of a magnetic flux, thereby adjusting a stiffness of the body of the prosthetic or orthotic device to a level corresponding to an activity level of the user. |
| US10010430B2 |
Expandable fusion device and method of installation thereof
The present invention provides an expandable fusion device capable of being installed inside an intervertebral disc space to maintain normal disc spacing and restore spinal stability, thereby facilitating an intervertebral fusion. In an exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides an intervertebral implant. The intervertebral implant may be configured to transition from a collapsed configuration having a first height and a first width to an expanded configuration having a second height and a second width. |
| US10010422B2 |
Trial femoral prosthesis and its use
Embodiments of the present application relate generally to provisional orthopedic components, and more specifically relate to a trial system including a cam module and a trial femoral component that can be used during joint replacement surgery. The systems and methods of the present application aid a surgeon in the preparation of a patient's bone to receive a permanent implant by providing a system that can be used to guide preparatory box cuts, and that can then be completed with a cam module without removal from the patient's bone so that the same component can be used for the trialing process. |
| US10010419B2 |
Papillary muscle position control devices, systems, and methods
Papillary muscle position control devices, systems, and methods are provided. According to an exemplary embodiment, a papillary muscle position control device generally comprises a first anchor, a second anchor, and a support structure. The first anchor can be configured to fixedly connect to an in situ valve of a heart ventricle. The second anchor can be configured to fixedly connect to a muscle wall of the valve. The support structure can be configured to have an adjustable length and be coupled to the first anchor and second anchor such that adjusting the length of the support structure varies a distance between the first anchor and the second anchor. Other embodiments are also claimed and described. |
| US10010415B2 |
Apparatus comprising individual shaft fibers and set for folding or unfolding a medical implant and method
An apparatus for folding or unfolding at least one medical implant by way of at least one tension thread includes a shaft and a tensioning device for altering a form or shape of the foldable and/or unfoldable implant by way of the tension thread (11, 11′). In at least one shaft section thereof, the shaft includes a plurality of individual shaft fibers. |
| US10010413B2 |
Prosthetic heart valve including stent structure and tissue leaflets, and related methods
A method of making a prosthetic heart valve may include providing an annular stent having a plurality of annularly spaced commissure portions having tips, covering each of the tips with a first fabric cover, covering the first fabric covers and the remainder of the stent with a second fabric cover, covering the second fabric cover with a first tissue membrane, and covering the outside of the first tissue membrane with a second tissue membrane, the second tissue membrane forming leaflet portions that extend inwardly between the commissure portions. |
| US10010412B2 |
Conical crimper
Embodiments of crimping devices for crimping stented prosthetic valves and other medical devices from a larger, expanded diameter to a smaller, crimped diameter are disclosed. Some crimping devices utilize a conical surface extending out-of-plane from the direction of crimping, where motion of the conical surface in the out-of-plane direction causes in-plane radially crimping. Other crimping devices comprise a funnel-shaped rigid body having a tapered inner lumen that compresses a medical device moving therethrough. Some funnel-shaped embodiments have slotted sides that allow portions of the medical device to project therethrough. Other funnel-shaped embodiments are used with a tubular sock to pull the medical device through the tapered lumen. Other crimping devices utilize rotating rollers that compress a medical device while the medical device spins between the rollers. |
| US10010409B2 |
Intraocular lens injector, method for folding an intraocular lens and intraocular lens injector system
IOL (intraocular lens) injector (1) for introducing an IOL (100) into the eye, comprising: an injector body (2); a cavity (4) for holding the IOL (100) comprising a leading haptic (100b) and a trailing haptic (100c); a cartridge (5) ending at a distal end (5c) in an injection nozzle (5a); the injector body (2), the cavity (4) and the cartridge (5) having a channel (6) extending in axial direction (P); and an axially movable pushing plunger (7) being placed in the channel (6) of the injector body (2) for pushing the IOL (100) in axial direction (P) out of the cavity (4) and into the cartridge (5) and the injection nozzle (5a), wherein a folding plunger (8) is arranged in the channel (6) and is extending in axial direction (P), parallel to the pushing plunger (7); and wherein the cavity (4) comprises a trailing haptic rest (4c) for defining the direction of the trailing haptic (100c) of an IOL (100) arrange in the cavity (4), such that the folding plunger (8) when moved in axial direction (P) hits the trailing haptic (100c) of the IOL (100). |
| US10010408B2 |
Intraocular lens inserter
An intraocular lens inserter can include a drive device with controllable advance motion. The drive device may include an actuator device and an energy device. The actuator device may include a piston rod that uses the advance motion to push an intraocular lens from a cartridge for insertion into an eye of an animal. The energy device may act upon the actuator device to generate the advance motion. The actuator device may include a dampening medium to control the advance motion, such as by controllably dampening the advance motion. |
| US10010405B2 |
Haptic devices for intraocular lens
A haptic for fixation to, and manufacture in conjunction with, an intraocular lens to be implanted in the natural lens capsule of the human eye is disclosed. The haptic secures the lens in an appropriate position within the natural capsule so as to provide optimal visual acuity through the aphakic lens. The haptic is designed to position the lens neutrally, anteriorly or posteriorly within the lens envelope. The haptic has an anterior retention ring and a posterior retention ring. |
| US10010401B2 |
Woven prosthesis and method for manufacturing the same
A woven prosthesis, such as a woven vascular graft, woven from warp and weft yarns. Velour warp yarns forming the prosthesis are selectively incorporated into a base layer of the prosthesis so as to provide a bulbous section without compromising the porosity of the prosthesis. |
| US10010400B2 |
Devices and methods for local delivery of drug to upper urinary tract
Drug delivery devices include a flexible elongate body having a bladder end portion, a kidney end portion, and a drug lumen extending therebetween; and a drug reservoir which is located at the bladder end portion, contains a drug, and is defined at least in part by a semi-permeable wall. Methods include inserting the device into the ureter of a patient and permitting water in the bladder to diffuse through the semi-permeable wall to create an osmotic pressure to pump the drug through the drug lumen and out of the device at the kidney end portion and into the renal pelvis. |
| US10010396B2 |
Multilayer composite materials vias
Novel multilayer composite material vias for biological implants are disclosed. The vias comprise two metals, so that the metal more compatible with biological environments is on one end of the via, and the metal more compatible with fabrication of a hermetic package is on the other end of the via. |
| US10010394B2 |
Pelvic floor treatments and related tools and implants
Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools. |
| US10010389B2 |
Dental water jet device
An apparatus for providing a pressurized water stream for cleaning gums and teeth. The embodiment includes a base unit defining a cavity. The cavity contains a pump, which may move pressurized water from a reservoir to a tip in fluid communication with the pump. The pump may be secured within the cavity by at least one vibration reduction mount. Fluid may flow from the reservoir and ultimately into the tip to provide oral irrigation and/or cleaning of the teeth, gums, and tongue. The base may include a plurality of footings that elevate the base unit above a surface supporting the base unit. Also, the base may include a basin for receiving a reservoir. The basin may include a reservoir valve initially biased to a closed position and operationally attached to the reservoir, and a tube projection connected to the base unit and opening the valve when the reservoir is received within the basin. The basin and the reservoir are configured to guide the reservoir valve adjacent to the tube projection. |
| US10010388B2 |
Apparatus and methods for treating root canals of teeth
Apparatus and methods for endodontic treatment of teeth provide effective cleaning of organic material (such as pulp and diseased tissue) from the root canal system. In an embodiment, a compressor system generates high pressure liquid (e.g., water) that flows through an orifice to produce a high-velocity collimated jet of liquid. The high-velocity jet is directed toward a surface of a tooth, for example, an exposed dentinal surface, and impingement of the jet onto the surface generates an acoustic wave that propagates throughout the tooth. The acoustic wave effectively detaches organic material from dentinal surfaces and tubules. The detached organic material is flushed from the root canal system by the liquid jet and/or by additional irrigation. |
| US10010386B2 |
Dental blank holder
A dental blank holder for the manufacture of dental articles. The dental blank holder can include a frame configured to cooperate with a blank holder of a dental mill. The frame can includes an inner periphery and an outer periphery, the inner periphery including a plurality of receiving walls forming receiving spaces, each receiving space configured to receive a dental blank. The dental blank holder may also include a movable arm configured to form a plurality of locking walls, each locking wall configured to enclose a corresponding receiving space, the movable arm including at least one biasing member configured to apply an individual force toward each receiving space such that each of the dental blanks is held in the receiving spaces for a milling process. |
| US10010384B2 |
Dental component for the individual prosthetic reconstruction of a tooth
Dental component for the individual prosthetic reconstruction of a tooth, intended to be received on a dental implant, including a first element with an angled through-passage, and a second element intended to be received against or in a dental implant. Assembly features between the first and second elements make it possible effectively to limit the removal of material to be performed in the first element in order to create the angled through-passage. |
| US10010383B2 |
Dual expanding palatal distractor
An orthodontic distractor includes two rods connected to rotatable head members. The two rods are couplable to one or more of upper teeth or palatal bones of a patient. The rotatable head members have threaded holes and pairs of the rotatable head members have opposite hand threads. The screw system also includes two twin screws that have threaded ends of opposite hand threads. Each of the two twin screws is engaged to threads of a pair of the rotatable head members. Rotation of one of the twin screws causes the pair of rotatable head members and the ends of the rods to either move together or move apart. The two twin screws are independently rotatable to cause independent expansion or contraction of different portions of the screw system. |
| US10010381B2 |
Flexible tracker systems
An apparatus and method for tracking the position of one or more connected rigid bodies using markers attached to the rigid bodies by laterally compliant connectors. Systems based on this method are comprised of laterally compliant connectors, a position tracking system and a data processing algorithm to determine the positions and orientations of the rigid bodies. Variations in the methods of attachment of the laterally compliant connectors, the means by which lateral compliance in the connector is produced, and in the layout of the markers are presented. |
| US10010380B2 |
Biopsy localization method and device
Methods for localizing a biopsy site are disclosed. The method includes taking a tissue sample from a biopsy site and positioning a detectable, bioabsorbable element at the biopsy site at the time that the tissue sample was taken. The tissue sample is then tested. The biopsy site is then relocated by finding the bioabsorbable element. The bioabsorbable element may be made of collagen, gelatin, cellulose, polylactic acid, and/or polyglycolic acid. The detectable bioabsorbable element may be relocated using ultrasound or mammography. The bioabsorbable element may also swell upon contact with body fluid. |
| US10010378B2 |
Rapid sequence medical procedure tray
The subject invention provides a rapid sequence intubation tray that enables fast and accurate medication dosing of patients under emergency conditions. By “automating” medication dosing, the subject invention reduces delays in medication administration and reduces the risk of medication errors. |
| US10010377B2 |
Systems and methods for selectively activating virtual guide geometries
A method for selectively activating a virtual geometry includes establishing a plurality of virtual geometries, each virtual geometry having a target feature and being available to be activated to guide an instrument to the target feature by restricting movement of the instrument within the confines of the virtual geometry. The method further includes displaying the plurality of virtual geometries on a display to a user and receiving user input selecting a virtual geometry from the displayed plurality of virtual geometries. The virtual geometry is activated based on the selection. |
| US10010372B1 |
Marker Positioning Apparatus
An apparatus for positioning calibration markers may include an extension arm connected to one or more radio-dense calibration markers. The apparatus may also include a mounting device removably attachable to a radiographic imaging device and coupled to the extension arm. The mounting device may provide for translation of the extension arm with respect to the radiographic imaging device in at least a first dimension. The apparatus may additionally include one or more visual alignment features on the mounting device. The one or more visual alignment features may be configured to align the one or more radio-dense calibration markers relative to the radiographic imaging device. The translation of the extension arm may repositions the one or more radio-dense calibration markers with respect to the radiographic imaging device. |
| US10010368B2 |
Catheters and methods for intracardiac electrical mapping
A method and system capable of identifying ectopic foci, rotors, or conduction pathways involved in reentrant arrhythmias within cardiac tissue, and then treating identified ectopic foci, rotors, and/or pathways with either lethal or sub-lethal temperatures. The system includes a medical device having one or more mapping elements and one or more treatment elements, and a computer programmable to identify ectopic foci and rotors based at least in part on signals received from the one or more mapping elements at one or more locations. |
| US10010361B2 |
Bone anchor
A bone anchor is provided comprising an anchor member having an open first end, a second end and a tubular section between the first end and the second end, a longitudinal axis extending from the first end to the second end, and a bone engagement structure for engaging the bone in at least a portion of the tubular section, wherein the anchor member is made of a first material. The bone anchor also comprises a core member having a first end and a second end and being insertable into the anchor member and connectable thereto, wherein the core member is made of a second material that is different from the first material. |
| US10010358B2 |
Internal fixation plate for sternoclavicular joint
An internal fixation plate for sternoclavicular join comprises a locating rod junction and the clavicle fixation segment, both with flat cross sections. The locating rod junction and the clavicle fixation segment are not in the same plane, and the transition segment connects in between the locating rod junction and the clavicle fixation segment. The clavicle fixation segment is of a long strip, and screw holes are designed in the clavicle fixation segment. The locating rod junction is movably connected to the cylindrical sternum locating rod, through the connector, and allows the sternum locating rod to rotate and swing relative to the locating rod junction. The internal fixation plate connects the clavicle fixation segment to the sternum locating rod through a movable connection, so as to prevent the sternum locating rod from scratching and enlarging the bone holes in sternum. |
| US10010352B2 |
Adjustable rod assembly
An adjustable rod for spinal corrective surgery is provided that includes a first elongate member and a second elongate member, each having rod portions couplable to one or more bone connecting elements and expansion portions slidably moveable with respect to one another. A plurality of holes in each expansion portion are alignable with one another to choose the length of the adjustable rod and a locking element is inserted through a pair of aligned holes to couple the first and second elongate members and secure or fix the length of the expandable rod. |
| US10010349B2 |
Elongated pin for application of an external fixator
Monocortical pin (1) for an external fixator for temporary and/or permanent fixing applications for treating bone fractures and connecting two or more bone fragments together, comprising an elongated cylindrical stem (2) which extends along a longitudinal axis (X) and a conical portion (3) with a tip having an external thread for inserting the pin (1) inside a bone; where said elongated cylindrical stem (2) has a flattened surface (2a) which lies along a reference plane (A) parallel to the longitudinal axis (X) and said conical portion (3) with the tip has an overall length, measured along the longitudinal axis, equal to the diameter (d) of the stem (2) +20% of said diameter (d); said monocortical pin (1) is characterized in that the conical portion (3) comprises a tip (31) which has a centring zone (33) which extends longitudinally over a length equal to 6-8% of the diameter (d) of the stem (2), and a threaded portion (32); moreover the conical portion (3) comprises two base cones (3a and 3b) having two different angles of conicity, a first base cone (3a) in a distal position with respect to the elongated cylindrical stem (2) of the monocortical pin and a second base cone (3b) in a proximal position with respect to the elongated cylindrical stem (2) of the monocortical pin; said first base cone (3a) having an angle of conicity of 13°; said second base cone (3b) having an angle of conicity of 26°. |
| US10010346B2 |
Ring hole planning for external fixation frames
An external fixation system includes first and second fixation members having first and second pluralities of mounting holes, respectively. The first and second plurality of holes are configured to receive first and second ends of a plurality of struts, each strut having a default or initial mounting position. A simulation of the correction may be performed with the struts in the default positions, but it may be determined that the correction is not achievable. Additional simulations of the correction may be performed with the ends of the struts in different mounting positions to determine if other mounting positions of the struts allow the correction to be completed. During the correction, if one of the struts reaches a maximum length, it may be disconnected and reconnected to a different mounting hole so that, after being reconnected, the strut may be further increased in length to continue the correction. |
| US10010344B2 |
Self-dilating catheter introducer with obturator and method of use
The present invention relates generally to medical devices and, in particular, to a self-dilating catheter introducer and obturator system for introducing implantable medical devices into a body cavity. Depending on the size of the orifice or opening in which the device is required to pass through determines the French scale size of the device (e.g. The French scale is a measure of the external diameter of a catheter not internal channel). |
| US10010340B2 |
Ultrasonic surgical instrument with removable handle assembly
An apparatus comprises a body, an ultrasonic transducer assembly, a shaft assembly, and a coupling assembly. The shaft assembly comprises an acoustic waveguide that is operable to selectively couple with the ultrasonic transducer assembly. The coupling assembly is operable to selectively transition between a first mode and a second mode. The acoustic waveguide is configured to rotate with the transducer assembly relative to the body when the coupling assembly is in the first mode. The acoustic waveguide is configured to rotate relative to the transducer assembly and relative to the body when the coupling assembly is in the second mode. The coupling assembly is further configured to prevent the transducer assembly from rotating relative to the body when the coupling assembly is in the second mode. The shaft assembly and the end effector are also together configured to transition between an operational mode and a cleaning mode. |
| US10010338B2 |
Meniscectomy by arthroendoscopical surgical method
In an arthroendoscopical surgical method, a resection target area, which is emphasized by fluorescence with use of a fluorescent agent under excitation light, is identified on a meniscus, and a resection line or an imaginary resection line is drawn. Using an ultrasonic treatment tool and an arthroscope, the resection target area is resected by a probe which generates ultrasonic vibrations, based on the resection line or imaginary resection line under visible-light illumination, and an inclined resection surface is formed. |
| US10010336B2 |
Medical devices with detachable pivotable jaws
Medical systems, devices and methods are provided for engaging tissue, e.g. for clipping tissue, closing a perforation or performing hemostasis. Generally, the medical system including a housing, first and second jaws rotatable relative to the housing, a driver, and an elongate drive wire. The elongate drive wire may be disconnected from the driver, first and second jaws, and the housing, which are left in vivo engaged with the tissue. The medical device of the system may include a biasing strip engaged with the jaws, and/or a gripping strip attached to at least one of the jaws to improve the engagement of the tissue between the jaws. |
| US10010333B2 |
Side-loading carriage for use in surgical guide
Devices, systems, and methods are provided for ligament repair procedures, and can be used to establish a location and trajectory for forming a bone tunnel in bone. One exemplary embodiment of a surgical guide for using in a ligament repair procedure includes a guide arm and a carriage that can be selectively locked along the guide arm to define an angle of the bone tunnel. The guide arm also defines a location of a distal end of the bone tunnel. In some embodiments the carriage is configured to have a bullet side-loaded into it, and the bullet can be used to define a location of a proximal end of the bone tunnel. The present disclosure also provides for a gage that limits the distance a drill pin that drills the bone tunnel can travel. A variety of other, devices, systems, and methods are also provided. |
| US10010329B2 |
Femoral orthopaedic surgical instrument and method
A method and apparatus for performing an orthopaedic surgical procedure on a femur includes attaching a proximal end of an intramedullary adaptor to an intramedullary orthopaedic surgical instrument, securing a distal end of an intramedullary adaptor to a base cutting block, inserting the intramedullary orthopaedic surgical instrument into a medullary canal using the base cutting block, and positioning the base cutting block on a distal end of the femur. |
| US10010325B2 |
TFT coagulation safeguard
A medical TFT instrument of the bipolar design includes at least two electrodes held by electrode carriers movable relative to each other which can be charged with HF current via a respective feed line. A safety switch mechanism arranged in the area of the electrode carriers and interconnected in at least one of the feed lines is additionally provided which, upon transfer of at least one of the electrode carriers into the out-of-function/situation, is brought into an OFF or disconnect position, whereby a HF current supply to the electrode associated with this feed line is disconnected. |
| US10010324B2 |
Fastener cartridge compromising fastener cavities including fastener control features
An end effector can comprise, one, a fastener cartridge including a plurality of fasteners stored therein and, two, an anvil configured to deform the fasteners. The anvil can further comprise extensions extending therefrom which can control the flow of tissue relative to the fastener cartridge and/or support the fasteners as they are ejected from the fastener cartridge. The extensions can having different sizes and/or configurations. |
| US10010321B2 |
Adjustable forceps for osteosynthesis clip
A system and method for the manipulation and insertion of an osteosynthesis clip (100, 200, 300) is provided. The system includes an osteosynthesis clip and an instrument (10). The osteosynthesis clip includes a base (103, 104) having first and second portions, a thickness, and first and second flanges (107, 108) that extend from the base in which the flanges also have a thickness. The instrument of the system includes a distal end (14) and at least a jaw (80), extending from the distal end. The jaw is dimensioned to receive one of the thicknesses of the base and at least one of the flanges. The jaw is movable to a plurality of jaw positions relative to the distal end. |
| US10010320B2 |
Surgical bending instrument
An apparatus and a method are provided for a surgical bending instrument for bending surgical implants. The surgical bending instrument comprises a body including a longitudinally extending threaded hole. A shaft comprising a threaded portion is rotatably engaged within the threaded hole. A handle is coupled to a proximal end of the shaft, and a distal extension of the shaft comprises a driver. A distal force applicator comprises the driver centered between a first grip and a second grip. In some embodiments, the distal force applicator is configured to retain a surgical staple, such that the surgical staple may be changed to a distracted configuration suitable for implantation at a bone fixation or fusion site of a patient. In some embodiments, the distal force applicator is configured to bend a bone fusion plate so as to tailor the plate to specific anatomy of the patient's bone. |
| US10010319B2 |
Methods and devices for manipulating and fastening tissue
A tissue displacing and fastening device is provided for manipulating and fastening tissue together. The device includes a tissue displacing elements, which displaces tissue. A fold is formed from the displaced tissue and the tissue is fastened together to secure the fold. |
| US10010318B2 |
Surgical tack and tack drive apparatus
A fastener is provided for attaching body tissue to body tissue or another material to body tissue. The fastener includes a head portion, a body portion, and an anchoring element. The anchoring element is on the distal end of the fastener, and has one or more barbs or similar anchoring devices that are configured to prevent removal of the fastener once it is attached to the body tissue. The head is located on the proximal end of the fastener, and anchors the body tissue or other material when the fastener is attached to the body tissue. The disclosure also provides a driver apparatus for inserting the fasteners. The applicator device includes an indexer for sequentially indexing one or more fasteners, and a driver for applying an insertion force to a fastener that is sufficient to insert the fastener and attach it to body tissue. The disclosure also provides a method of using the fastener and applicator device. |
| US10010316B2 |
Flexible anchor delivery system
An assembly includes a flexible fixation member, a suture, and a delivery device. The flexible fixation member includes a body with two terminal ends. A suture passes through the flexible fixation member at various points along a length of the body such that portions of the fixation member are slidable relative to the suture and configurable to form a cluster within a surgical site. The delivery device includes a tubular member, an elongated inserter, and a trigger. The elongated inserter is slidably disposed within the tubular member. The inserter has a forked distal end configured to receive a portion of the flexible fixation member and the suture. The trigger is finger-engagable and fixedly coupled to the proximal end of the inserter. It is configured to advance and retract the inserter relative to the tubular member. The trigger includes a retention member for retaining a proximal end portion of the suture. |
| US10010313B2 |
Mandibular subluxation device and method
A mandibular subluxation device (MSD) is provided. The device includes an upper MSD component and a lower MSD component. The upper MSD component includes and upper tooth guide connected to an upper plate having a pair of depending legs. The upper MSD component further includes an upper force receiving plate. The MSD also includes a lower MSD component. The lower MSD component includes a lower tooth guide connected to a lower plate. The lower MSD component further includes a lower force receiving plate. The upper and lower MSD components are connected in a way that allows relative longitudinal movement between the two components between a neutral position and a plurality of extended positions. A ratchet mechanism inhibits movement of the lower plate from any extended position toward the neutral position. The ratchet mechanism may be manually disengaged to allow the lower MSD component to return to the neutral position. |
| US10010312B2 |
Distal rapid exchange for transluminal angioplasty device and methods
A vascular closure device includes a catheter, a balloon, an introducer, and a guidewire lumen. The catheter includes an inflation lumen. The balloon is positioned at a distal end portion of the catheter. The introducer is positioned distal of the balloon. The guidewire lumen extends along at least a portion of the introducer and terminates at a rapid exchange port positioned distal of the balloon. The guidewire lumen is receptive of a guidewire to guide the catheter through a vessel puncture in a vessel to position the balloon within the vessel. |
| US10010311B2 |
Sealant mixing containers for extra vascular bioadhesive delivery systems and methods
A closure device operable to seal a vessel puncture and including a delivery member and a sealant material applicator. The delivery member is insertable through a tissue tract to the vessel puncture. The sealant material applicator is configured to supply a volume of sealant material to the delivery member and includes a housing, a plunger assembly, and at least one container. The housing includes at least first and second chambers, wherein the first chamber carries a first sealant component and the second chamber carries a second sealant component. The container is insertable into the first or second chamber and carries a third sealant component of the sealant material. The sealant material applicator creates flow communication between the container and at least one of the first and second chambers to mix the third sealant component with the first and second sealant components. |
| US10010309B2 |
Surgical device with overload mechanism
Methods and devices are provided for preventing surgical devices used in laparoscopic procedures including opposed jaws and an overload mechanism from overloading the opposed jaws of the device. In one embodiment a surgical device, includes a handle and an elongate shaft extending distally therefrom with opposed jaws coupled to a distal end thereof. The surgical device can include a trigger pivotally movable about a first pivot axis during a first range of motion from an open position toward a closed position, to cause the opposed jaws of the end effector to move from an open position to a partially closed position. The trigger can further be pivotally movable about a second pivot axis during a second range of motion from the partially closed position to the fully closed position, without causing corresponding movement of the opposed jaws from the open position to the closed position. |
| US10010308B2 |
System and method for CT-guided needle biopsy
An image-guided system and method for performing needle biopsy on a moving lung nodule of a body is provided. CT images of the lung nodule are obtained to generate a motion model, based on which an optimal needle advancing path is determined. The motion of the lung nodule and the motion of a fiducial marker attached to the body are correlated. The motion of the fiducial marker is tracked and monitored by a camera to determine a position of the lung nodule based on the correlation. A time for advancing the needle is determined based on a motion attribute of the reference. The needle is advanced by a robotic needle manipulator at the predetermined time along the path to accomplish the needle placement. |
| US10010306B2 |
Ultrasound diagnosis apparatus, method for operating ultrasound diagnosis apparatus, and computer-readable recording medium
An ultrasound diagnosis apparatus is configured to generate an ultrasound image based on an ultrasound signal obtained by an ultrasound probe having an ultrasound transducer that transmits ultrasound to a subject and receives the ultrasound reflected from the subject. The apparatus includes: an analysis unit that analyzes a frequency of the ultrasound signal to calculate a frequency spectrum of the ultrasound signal for each reception depth; a calculation unit that calculates, in a predetermined order, a distance change rate and a frequency change rate in the frequency spectrum or in a function defined by using the frequency spectrum, to calculate a second-order change rate of the frequency spectrum or of the function; and an estimation unit that estimates an attenuation rate of the ultrasound signal, per unit distance and per unit frequency, in a predetermined region within a scanning region of the ultrasound transducer using the second-order change rate. |
| US10010305B2 |
Medical system, server apparatus, and power management method
A medical apparatus includes an apparatus main body (11) configured to execute imaging or treatment of an object in accordance with an imaging plan or a treatment plan, an electric power calculation unit (29) configured to calculate an electric power required for the imaging or the treatment based on the imaging plan or the treatment plan, a communication unit (23) configured to receive power information from a plurality of other medical apparatuses, a total electric power calculation unit (30) configured to calculate a total electric power from the calculated electric power and the received electric power, a comparing unit (31) configured to compare the calculated total electric power with a threshold, and a display (25) configured to display a comparison result obtained by the comparing unit. |
| US10010300B2 |
Bite-block and film-holding device
A bite-block and film-holding device is used with an x-ray film or a digital image sensor and held by a patient between teeth to align with an external camera device for dental radiographic imaging of the patient's teeth. The bite-block and film-holding device includes a disposable film holder having a bite block portion, a film-holding portion made of a plastic material, and a bonding member having a release layer attached thereto; and an aiming assembly having a coupling arm coupled to the disposable film-holder and an aiming ring assembly installed on the camera device and connected to the coupling arm. The aiming ring assembly is adjustable in position for the camera device to face at a right angle to the film-holding portion. After the dental radiographic imaging, the disposable film holder is separated from the aiming assembly and discarded to ensure the patient's oral cavity hygiene and health. |
| US10010297B2 |
Lock-block shield device
Apparatus and techniques for blocking radiation in a medical environment are described. In one or more embodiments, a lock-block shield device includes a base that is configured to adhesively couple to an object associated with a patient. In some embodiments, the base includes a lock mechanism for securing a work piece that has a generally tubular shape. A shield that is configured to at least partially block transmission of radiation can be coupled to the base in a releasable manner. For example, a clasp is used to secure the base and shield together. In embodiments, a ball and socket joint couples the shield and base to permit, for example, the shield to pivot and articulate with respect to the base. |
| US10010290B2 |
Signal processing apparatus, signal recovery apparatus, signal processing method, and signal recovery method
A method and apparatus for processing a signal, wherein the apparatus identifies a sample interval satisfying a predetermined reference using a change in a plurality of samples based on a downsampling, acquires, based a result of the identifying, a feature point of a signal before the downsampling is applied to the signal, and acquires time information corresponding to a position of the feature point in a feature sample interval including the feature point is provided. |
| US10010289B2 |
Method and device for monitoring an extracorporeal blood treatment of a patient
The present invention pertains to Method for monitoring a dialysis treatment of a patient, preferably for monitoring a haemodialysis, haemodiafiltration and/or peritoneal dialysis treatment of a patient, the method including the steps of: irradiating a sample of a dialysis fluid used in the dialysis treatment with linearly polarized irradiation light; detecting the intensity of the fluorescence light emitted by the dialysis fluid in a first polarization plane; detecting the intensity of the fluorescence light emitted by the dialysis fluid in a second polarization plane which is different from the first polarization plane; determining the anisotropy of the fluorescence light emitted by the dialysis fluid; and determining the concentration of at least one fluorophore in the dialysis fluid on the basis of both, the determined anisotropy and the intensity of the fluorescence light emitted by the dialysis fluid. |
| US10010285B2 |
Method and device for determining a damage characteristic value of a kidney
The invention relates to elements of a method (1) for determining a damage characteristic value of a kidney (2). Images comprising the kidney (2) and the kidney artery (3) are entered into the method (1), from a three-dimensional digital subtraction angiography which is carried out by administering a contrast medium at the proximal end of the kidney artery (3) and comprises a fill run and a mask run, said method (1) comprising the following method steps: S1) determining a parenchymal blood volume into which the subtractions from images of the fill run and the mask run of the three-dimensional digital subtraction angiography are entered, additionally determining an arterial input function and normalizing the parenchymal blood volume with said arterial input function; S2) segmenting the kidney (2), determining an average normalized parenchymal blood volume value, and determining a total value of the parenchymal blood volume into which the normalized parenchymal blood volume values of the segmentation of the kidney (2) are entered; S3) receiving an average normalized parenchymal blood volume normal value and a total normal value for a parenchymal blood volume, and determining at least one damage characteristic value of the kidney (2) into which the average normalized parenchymal blood volume value and the average normalized parenchymal blood volume normal value and/or the total value of the parenchymal blood volume and the total normal value of a parenchymal blood volume are entered; S4) issuing the at least one damage characteristic value of the kidney (2). |
| US10010280B2 |
Medical device inserters and processes of inserting and using medical devices
An apparatus for insertion of a medical device in the skin of a subject is provided, as well as methods of inserting medical devices. Embodiments include removing a substantially cylindrical cap from an inserter to expose a substantially cylindrical sleeve, removing a cover from a substantially cylindrical container holding sensor components, and fitting the sensor components into the inserter. |
| US10010278B2 |
Systems and methods for measuring tissue oxygenation
The disclosure provides methods and systems for determining tissue oxygenation. An electronic device obtains a data set including a plurality of images of a tissue of interest, each resolved at a different spectral band. Spectral analysis is performed, upon image registration, at a plurality of points in a two-dimensional area of the images of the tissue. The spectral analysis including determining approximate values of oxyhemoglobin levels and deoxyhemoglobin levels at each respective point in the plurality of points. The predetermined set of eight to twelve spectral bands includes spectral bands that provide improved methods for measuring tissue oxygenation. |
| US10010274B2 |
Systems, devices and methods for in situ calibration of implantable sensors
The systems, methods, and devices described herein generally involve monitoring and/or quantification of various analyte levels in a biological fluid using one or more implantable sensors. In various aspects, systems, methods, and devices described herein can provide for the in situ calibration and/or cleaning of such sensors when implanted in the patient. The systems and devices disclosed herein can, for example, continuously or serially measure analytes within a biological fluid in vivo (e.g., without extracting the biological fluid from the patient) and periodically calibrate and/or clean the sensor without using finger sticks or additional, invasive calibration techniques. By way of non-limiting example, systems and devices disclosed herein can enable continuous monitoring of analyte concentrations (e.g., glucose) in subcutaneous interstitial fluid for several hours to a few days. |
| US10010273B2 |
Multi-function analyte monitor device and methods of use
Methods, systems and devices for detecting an analyte sample, determining an analyte concentration associated with the detected analyte sample, storing the determined analyte concentration and a time associated with the determined analyte concentration, retrieving two or more stored analyte concentrations, and determining an adjusted dose level based at least in part on a current dose level and data associated with the two or more retrieved analyte concentrations are provided. For example, adjustments to dosage levels of long-acting insulin may be provided to assist in the management of diabetes and related conditions. |
| US10010272B2 |
Tissue-integrating electronic apparatus
Tissue-integrating electronic apparatuses, systems comprising such apparatuses and methods of using these apparatuses and systems for the detection of one or more signals are provided. |
| US10010261B2 |
Electrode arrays
Electrode arrays have a plurality of electrodes. These arrays may have any combination of the following improvements. The arrays may have features that enable easier electrical connections and reduced bending stiffness by having a stop region and a torsion relief region, respectively. The arrays may have a shielding feature that may reduce electrical interference. The arrays may come in pairs that are designed to simplify measurements of electric signals of bilateral organs and tissues, such as eyes and ears. |
| US10010260B2 |
Methods for assessing and optimizing muscular performance including a stride rate tuning protocol
A muscle assessment protocol can include: attaching one or more surface electromyometry (sEMG) sensors to the skin of a subject to be operably coupled with one or more muscles; operably coupling the one or more sEMG sensors to a computing system; performing the predetermined muscle activity of a muscle assessment protocol that includes a stride rate tuning protocol; monitoring/recording sEMG data of the one or more muscles during the predetermined muscle activity; and providing the sEMG data to the subject such that the subject can improve muscle performance for the predetermined muscle activity by using the sEMG data. The muscle activity includes static or dynamic muscle use. The predetermined muscle activity can be provided to the subject by the computing system. |
| US10010254B2 |
Surface mountable sensor array fabric
A fabric with an integrated sensor array and optionally with an integrated display; the fabric may be mounted to the surface of an object to be measured or monitored. The fabric may comprise multiple laminar layers, such as sensor layers, processing layers, display layers, and cladding layers for protection and sealing. Data analysis performed by processing layers may include beamforming operations, frequency filters, or any desired transformations. An illustrative display uses a layer of liquid crystal cells sandwiched between polarizing filter layers. An illustrative sensor array is an array of piezoelectric acoustic sensors formed by adjacent layers of calcium carbonate cells and potassium bitartrate cells. An application of acoustic sensor arrays may include for example a patch attached to a person's skin that senses and displays the location and size of blood vessels under the skin using the sound generated by blood flow. |
| US10010251B2 |
Physiological sensor delivery device and method
An intravascular sensor delivery device for measuring a physiological parameter of a patient, such as blood pressure, within a vascular structure or passage. In some embodiments, the device can be used to measure the pressure gradient across a stenotic lesion or heart valve. For example, such a device may be used to measure fractional flow reserve (FFR) across a stenotic lesion in order to assess the severity of the lesion. The sensor delivery device has a distal sleeve configured to pass or slide over a standard medical guidewire. Some distance back from the sensor and distal sleeve, the device separates from the guidewire to permit independent control of the sensor delivery device and the guidewire. The sensor delivery device can be sized to pass over different sizes of guidewires to enable usage in coronary and peripheral arteries, for example. |
| US10010246B2 |
Steerable endoscopes
In one embodiment an apparatus for insertion in a body cavity (e.g., an endoscope) may include an elongate assembly, an instrument tip disposed at a distal end of the elongate assembly, and a terminal base disposed at a proximal end of the elongate assembly. The elongate assembly may include a first peripheral tube, a second peripheral tube spaced apart from the first peripheral tube and a plurality of collar members. Each collar member may include a first channel grasping the first peripheral tube, and a second channel grasping the second peripheral tube. The collar members may be spaced apart from one another along a length of the elongate assembly such that adjacent collar members do not contact one another. The terminal base may include a first control fitting attached to the first peripheral tube and a second control fitting attached to the second peripheral tube. The first control fitting may be configured to apply tension to the first peripheral tube. The second control fitting may be configured to apply tension to the second peripheral tube. |
| US10010245B2 |
Endoscope system, processor device, and method for operating endoscope system
A subject irradiated with violet light and green light is imaged to obtain RGB signals, based on which a base image is produced. Frequency filtering processing is applied to the B signal to obtain a blood vessel extraction signal, in which a most superficial blood vessel, a superficial blood vessel, and a middle-layer blood vessel at different depths are extracted. Edge strength of each blood vessel in the blood vessel extraction signal is calculated. Display control processing based on the edge strength of each blood vessel is applied to the base image. Thereby, a first image or a second image is produced. In the first image, the most superficial blood vessel, the superficial blood vessel, and the middle-layer blood vessel are displayed in a distinguishable manner. In the second image, the most superficial blood vessel, the superficial blood vessel, and the middle-layer blood vessel are selectively enhanced or suppressed. |
| US10010244B2 |
Holder device for endoscopy monitoring apparatus and method of use thereof
A holder device is provided for use with endoscopy monitoring apparatus. The holder device includes a body portion with two or more apertures defined in said body portion. The apertures are a spaced distance apart and of such size and dimensions for the location of at least part of an indicator holding means and/or endoscopy monitoring apparatus therewith or therethrough in use. |
| US10010243B2 |
Flexible tube for endoscope and method for manufacturing the same
A flexible tube for an endoscope includes a flexible tube base, an outer coating layer including a soft resin layer and a hard resin layer, a ratio changing portion, and a tapered portion. In the ratio changing portion, a percentage of a thickness of the hard resin layer decreases and a percentage of a thickness of the soft resin layer increases toward a distal side from a proximal side of the base. In the tapered portion, a ratio between the thickness of the hard resin layer and the thickness of the soft resin layer is maintained, which ratio is the same as that at a position in the ratio changing portion where the percentage of the thickness of the hard resin layer is a lower limit. In the tapered position, an outer diameter of the outer coating layer decreases toward a distal end of the flexible tube base. |
| US10010240B2 |
Pulsed light treatment system for sanitizing footwear
A system for sanitizing footwear through the use of pulsed ultraviolet (UV) light. The system can include an area that receives footwear of a user and applies a PUV light to the footwear to eliminate pathogens residing on the footwear. The system may contain a protective housing to ensure that exposure to the PUV light is limited to the footwear received in the PUV light area. The system contains electrical circuitry or control mechanism for operation of the PUV light. The system may also contain a brush area so that a user may remove dirt or solid particles from the footwear by engaging bristles that contact the underside and sides of the footwear. The intensity and the duration of the PUV light may be predetermined depending on the requirements of the facility intending to use the system. |
| US10010239B2 |
Rack assembly for a dishwasher
An apparatus for the rack assembly of a dishwasher that includes opposing side portions, at least two axles extending outwardly from each of the opposing side portions, and a roller wheel mounted to each axle, wherein each roller wheel has ball bearings that enable at least a portion of the roller wheel to rotate about the axle. The rack assembly apparatus may be used for the upper or lower rack of the dishwasher. In case of the lower rack, the assembly may roll on the surface of the door. In case of the upper rack, the assembly may roll along guide rails. |
| US10010237B1 |
Dishwasher door assembly
A dish treating appliance for treating dishes having a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber with an access opening and a door movable between opened/closed positions to selectively open/close the access opening. The door having an inner door panel confronting the treating chamber in the closed position, and an outer door panel spaced from the inner door panel to define a door cavity there between. A foam panel located within the door cavity, the foam panel have areas of differing densities. |
| US10010235B2 |
Dish treating appliance with diverter valve position sensing
A dish treating appliance for treating dishes according to an automatic cycle of operation and including a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber receiving dishes for treatment according to the automatic cycle of operation, multiple sprayers emitting a liquid into the treating chamber, and a diverter valve having a manifold defining a plenum with an inlet and multiple outlets and a membrane movably mounted within the plenum and having at least one through opening, which is sequentially aligned with the multiple outlets upon movement of the membrane. |
| US10010234B2 |
Diverter valve and dishwasher with diverter valve
A dishwasher for treating dishes according to an automatic cycle of operation and including a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber, at least one sprayer configured to emit a corresponding spray of liquid into the treating chamber, at least one liquid circuit supplying liquid to the at least one sprayer, a pump having a pump inlet fluidly coupled to the treating chamber and a pump outlet, and a diverter valve controlling a flow of liquid from the pump to the at least one sprayer. |
| US10010232B2 |
Device for washing floors
A device for washing floors, comprising a handle that can be gripped by a user and is connected to a supporting element for at least one washing cloth that has at least one working portion arranged on a respective plane of arrangement, the device comprising a wringing device that is mounted so that it can slide on the handle and supports at least one friction tooth intended to act on the washing cloth, with the device placed in the wringing and cleaning condition, as a consequence of a relative sliding motion of the wringing device with respect to the handle. |
| US10010231B2 |
Water trailing detection system
A floor cleaning machine can comprise a chassis, a cleaning mechanism, a control system, and a cleaning operation sensing system connected to the chassis. The chassis can be configured for movement along a cleaning path. The cleaning mechanism can perform a cleaning operation. The liquid system can provide liquid to the cleaning mechanism. The recovery system can recover liquid from the cleaning operation. The control system can control performance of the cleaning operation. The cleaning operation sensing system can detect a condition of the cleaning operation. The cleaning operation sensing system can comprise a water trailing detection system comprising: a frame connected to the chassis aft of the recovery system, an absorbent medium connected to the frame; and a moisture sensor in communication with the control system to alter a signal in response to moisture in the absorbent medium. |
| US10010230B2 |
Riding floor cleaning machines having intelligent systems, associated sub-assemblies incorporating intelligent systems, and associated methods of use
A riding floor cleaning machine having an intelligent system including a main frame sub-assembly, a steering and drive wheel sub-assembly, a solution tank sub-assembly, a recovery tank sub-assembly, a recovery tank cover sub-assembly, a control panel sub-assembly, a main controller sub-assembly, a seat and detergent system sub-assembly, a battery sub-assembly, a scrub head sub-assembly, a scrub head lift sub-assembly, a squeegee sub-assembly, a solution and detergent sub-assembly, and an intelligent system associated with at least one of the above-identified sub-assemblies, wherein the intelligent system selectively gathers, obtains, monitors, stores, records, and/or analyzes data associated with components of the riding floor cleaning machine, and controllably communicates and/or disseminates such data with another system and/or user. |
| US10010225B2 |
Foam formulation and aerosol assembly
A foam formulation and an aerosol assembly containing the foam formulation and a propellant where the foam formulation is produced as a shaped foam and/or as a foam that has a density less than that of air. |
| US10010223B2 |
Faucet system comprising a liquid soap delivery line
A water faucet system including a faucet having a neck comprising a water passageway and liquid soap delivery line, both integrated within the neck assembly. The water faucet system features a streamlined neck assembly that includes a water outlet or spout, located at the distal portion of the neck assembly, and additionally includes a separate soap outlet located at a predetermined location. The soap delivery (soap dispensing) is initiated by a user performing an activation event directed to a sensor system located in the neck assembly. In preferred embodiments, the sensor system utilizes touchless type sensors so to avoid any physical contact with the neck assembly. |
| US10010222B2 |
First responder decontamination system
A first responder decontamination system, method, and apparatus comprising of a fluid supply in fluidic connection with a pipe further connected to a fluid dispenser, a valve for providing the fluid to the fluid dispenser from the fluid supply, a mounting bracket for adjustably mounting the fluid dispenser to a vehicle, and a pump configured to control pressure of the fluid supply. The fluid supply can be used to decontaminate first responders exiting a contaminated area. |
| US10010220B2 |
Grinder for grinding coffee beans as well as coffee machine comprising such a grinder
What is described is a new grinder, which serves to grind coffee beans and which is embodied as conical grinder. To improve the grinding process, the grinding cones and/or grinding ring encompass grinding surfaces that may define an angle of inclination, which may be in each case greater than 90° and smaller than 180°, relative to a tool reference plane. |
| US10010219B1 |
Adjustable kamodo-style smoker damper top with adapter for decorative attachments
An adjustable vent topper for the chimney of a kamado-style cooking smoker or oven. The vent topper allows for more precise control of temperature and smoke within the oven, and also allows for a decorative and entertaining display of smoke from a decorative article. The vent topper comprises a generally frustoconical body having alignable openings along the side of the frustocone for controlling the flow of air and smoke from within the oven. The vent topper further includes an opening in a chimney on the top surface of the frustoconical body for receiving a decorative article. The decorative article may be a nonventing plug or may be a decorative smoke-emitting article such as a smokestack, whistle, vehicle exhaust, gun, cannon, or other smoke-emitting object. |
| US10010215B2 |
Cooking assembly
A cooking assembly is provided. The cooking assembly includes first, second, third, and fourth side walls defining an interior region. The cooking assembly further includes a skewer having a shaft, a handle, and a sprocket. The skewer is configured to be rotatably and removably coupled to the first and second side walls such that a portion of the shaft between the sprocket and the handle is rotatably disposed in a first groove of the first side wall, and the second end of the shaft extends through a first aperture of the second side wall, and the sprocket of the skewer is disposed in the interior region. The cooking assembly further includes a chain drive assembly coupled to the first side wall. |
| US10010210B2 |
Double ramp for closing a receptacle holder
A receptacle holding unit includes a first part and a second part cooperating with the first part; a cavity for receiving a receptacle containing an ingredient for preparing a beverage by a device, the cavity being delimited by at least one of the first and second parts; and a driving device for relatively moving the second part towards the first part into a closed position and relatively apart from the first part into an open position. The driving device includes an actuator and a transmission having a helicoidal ramp arrangement cooperating with a connector member for converting a translational movement into a rotational movement or vice versa. When the actuator actuates the transmission, the first and second parts are driven together or apart. The ramp arrangement includes two ramps spaced apart and generally parallel between which the connector member relatively moves along the ramp arrangement. |
| US10010208B2 |
Modular tree with electrical connector
A lighted artificial tree, including a first tree portion having a first electrical connector having a first electrical terminal positioned in line with a central vertical axis, and a second electrical terminal. The tree also includes a second tree portion that includes a second electrical connector having a first electrical terminal and a second electrical terminal, the second electrical terminal defining a ring shape that encircles the first electrical terminal. When the first tree portion is coupled to the second tree portion, the first electrical connector is coupled to the second electrical connector, such that the first electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical terminal of the second electrical connector, and the second electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the second electrical terminal of the second electrical connector. |
| US10010203B1 |
Mechanical beverage coaster with insert and a means to empty excess moisture
This is a drink coaster which incorporates a mechanical means to expel condensation collected from a cold drink that is supported by the coaster. This coaster compromises an injection molded non fragile plastic top surface with a plurality of drain holes, a highly porous insert in the middle and a base recessed for the insert and extra condensation that may be collected from the beverages. The base snaps into the top surface which allows this coaster to be disassembled for easy cleaning or for the insert to be replaced. This disassembly of the coaster allows a more effective way of cleaning the coaster thoroughly to prevent mold or musty odors with its use. The mechanical portion of the coaster allows pushing upwards from the bottom of coaster which contacts the insert to expel excess condensation out thru the drain holes at the top of the coaster. |
| US10010199B2 |
Dish assembly for displaying an image
A vessel includes a first side and a second side, wherein at least a portion of the vessel is at least partially transparent. A plurality of brackets is coupled to the second side of the vessel. The plurality of brackets is configured to detachably retain a support base to the vessel. The support base is configured to retain an image between the support base and the second side of the vessel for allowing the image to be viewed though the portion of the vessel that is at least partially transparent. Each of the plurality of brackets has a lip portion made of a flexible material and configured to removeably retain the support base. |
| US10010197B1 |
Document holding apparatus
An apparatus for holding a plurality of documents includes a plurality of dividers. The dividers include a front facing surface, a rear facing surface, an upper end and a lower end. Each divider includes a first attachment member that is attached to a corresponding second attachment member of an adjacent divider so as to form a stacked and interconnected configuration. A frame retains lateral edges of the stacked dividers in which the stacked plurality of dividers define a corresponding plurality of document retaining pockets. In at least one version, the size of the retaining pockets can be selectively and independently adjusted, as needed wherein the apparatus can be used in conjunction with at least one display board, such as a dry-erase board. |
| US10010193B2 |
Upper body garment with infant pouch
An upper body garment for supporting an infant adjacent the chest and upper belly of a wearer that includes a tubular garment body made from a stretchable fabric and comprising a front panel and a back panel, one or more breast panels extending from a top portion of the back panel and over the shoulders of the wearer; and a pouch panel extending from a lower portion of the breast panels. The pouch panel is secured along a U-shaped seam to an inside surface of the front panel to form a pouch with a top opening proximate the lower portion of the breast panels. The stretchable fabric is a two-way stretchable fabric with an increased capability for elastic expansion within a substantially horizontal plane when the wearer is in an upright position. |
| US10010192B1 |
Universal fit disposable seat pads, methods of making and methods of using same
A seat protection pad to protect a seat against spilled liquids and other bodily fluids including human and animal fluids, including a base pad having a first side and a second side and a front portion, a mid-section portion and a rear portion, wherein the base pad includes a base pad opening located between the mid-section portion and the front portion, an upper pad having a first side and a second side and a front end and a rear end, wherein the upper pad is attached to the first side of the base pad at a location adjacent to the front portion of the base pad such that the second side of the upper pad is located adjacent to the first side of the base pad, an upper pad opening located between the front end of the upper pad and the front portion of the base pad such that the upper pad opening is aligned with the base pad opening to allow a seat belt buckle to be inserted through the base pad opening and the upper pad opening, a plurality of adhesive strips located on the second side of the base pad, wherein a first one of the plurality of adhesive strips is attached adjacent to the rear portion of the base pad, a second one of the plurality of adhesive strips is attached adjacent to the mid-section portion of the base pad and a third one of the plurality of adhesive strips is attached adjacent to the front portion of the base pad, and a plurality of stitches located on each of the plurality of adhesive strips for securing the plurality of adhesive strips to the base pad. |
| US10010185B2 |
Sofa having powered ottoman
A furniture member may include a base frame, a seat bottom and an ottoman assembly. The seat bottom is attached to the base frame and defines a seating surface. The ottoman assembly may include a drive assembly that moves an ottoman platform relative to the seat bottom and the base frame among a retracted position, an extended position and a raised position. The ottoman platform includes a support surface that faces upward and away from a ground surface in the retracted, extended and raised positions. The ottoman platform is disposed beneath the seating surface in the retracted position and moves linearly in a horizontal direction from the retracted position to the extended position. The ottoman platform moves linearly in a vertically upward direction from the extended position to the raised position. |
| US10010184B2 |
Floating lounge with improved back support
According to one aspect, embodiments of the invention provide a recreational floatation device comprising a body portion comprising an inflatable member having a first inner perimeter surrounding a first inner area, a first support portion comprising a layer of material extending through the first inner area and attached to the inflatable member at its first inner perimeter to support a user of the device, a back support member located within said first inner area, a hinge mechanism coupled to the back support member and the first inner perimeter and configured to allow the back support member to rotate between a first position, wherein a substantial portion of the back support member extends generally away from the first inner area, and a second position, in which the back support member lies substantially within the first inner area. |
| US10010183B2 |
Adjustable cushion device
This disclosure relates to a cushion and more particularly to a pillow providing cervical alignment by way of a cervical spine support structure that is positioned along a major axis of the pillow, and that can be rotated around the major axis. The pillow utilizes one or more of the following features: 1) a dimensionally correct platform for the proper sleep posture of a majority of body types on a wide array of mattress types; 2) A non-crush zone integrated cervical support roll which can be adjusted for extended durations of supportive comfort. (The roll—in and of itself—is unique compared to the standard of care because of its foam densities and its semi-hollowed out section); and 3) A sleep posture platform with a side sleeping position and a back-sleeping position. The pillow standardizes care by placement of the support roll inside a dimensionally correct platform using different materials. |
| US10010182B1 |
Device for vertically adjusting chair headrest
An adjustment device for vertically adjusting a chair headrest is revealed and is installed on a seat back frame while in use. The adjustment device includes a sliding member, a fixing member and a button set. A vertical toothed part of the button set is moved and separated from a first rack of the sliding member when the button set is pressed. Then the sliding member is moved vertically relative to the fixing member for synchronous adjustment of vertical position of the headrest. After the button set being released, the vertical toothed part of the button set is turned back and engaged with the first rack of the sliding member. Thus the sliding member and the headrest are positioned at a new position after the adjustment. |
| US10010180B2 |
Container mountable support apparatus
A padded support for workmen, sportsmen, hobbyists and the like who perform activities in a seated and/or kneeling position for a sustained period of time. The support includes a combined seat and knee board mountable to a container, such as a utility bucket. A recessed groove on the bottom of the support is concentric with the container and mounts to an end of the container. |
| US10010176B2 |
Hidden hanging bracket with a perfected anti-disengagement system for wall cupboards
A hidden hanging bracket with an anti-disengagement system, for wall cupboards, wherein a cupboard is hooked to a support fixed to wall by way of a hook with a tooth of a hanging-bracket device, wherein a releasable reciprocal constraint system including a screw is provided between the hook and the support, the screw being screwed onto the hook and suitable for interfering with the support. According to the invention, the screw is screwed into a threaded seat positioned on a section forming part of, and incorporated in, the hook, the section being substantially opposed, but not completely offset, with respect to the tooth. The tip or end part of the screw is engaged with a horizontal flap at an edge of the support and folded directly from the support. |
| US10010174B2 |
Mounting mechanism
A mounting mechanism adapted for mounting at least one first component to a second component includes a base, a movable member, and a transmission device. The base is mounted on the second component. The movable member is movably mounted on the base and includes a holding portion to which the at least one first component can be mounted. The transmission device is configured to displace the movable member from a first position to a second position in response to the least one first component being mounted to the holding portion of the movable member. |
| US10010173B1 |
Dart storage rack
A dart storage rack to securely store darts when not in use. The dart storage rack includes a base member adapted to be secured to a wall, such that the base member is formed of four side walls, a top wall, and a bottom wall. The top wall contains one or more dart storage holes to accommodate a metal point of a the dart. The bottom wall contains one or more dart storage magnets to allow for a secondary storage of the darts. |
| US10010168B1 |
Pivoting writing tablet
A pivoting tablet on a swivel arm rotating around a seating unit such as a student chair provides a writing or utility surface proximate to a seated occupant that allows the tablet to be pivoted to a comfortable and effective writing position such that the swivel arm allows rotation of the tablet support to enter and exit the chair and allows positioning based on the dominant hand of the occupant. The tablet pivots around a bore in a sleeve attached to an end of the swivel arm, into which a shaft having a protrusion extends. The protrusion engages an annular slot in the sleeve for guiding and limiting pivotal movement. The seat rests on a pedestal defined by a plurality of legs surrounding a rack or platform for books. The pedestal has a column supporting the seat surface, and a collar around the column allows rotation of the swivel arm holding the tablet. |
| US10010167B2 |
Motorized cleaning system for a brush
A brush cleaning system is provided that comprises a device body having a proximal and a distal end. The proximal end of the device body is configured to engage a first point on a handle of a brush at a first engagement point. The distal end of the device body is configured to engage a second point on the handle of the brush at a second engagement point. A vibration producing motor is configured to transmit vibrations to the first engagement point and to the second engagement point wherein the vibrations are transmitted to the bristles on the brush to loosen and remove particulates therefrom. The vibration producing motor can be contained in the device body or it can be contained in the brush handle or a vibration producing motor can be included in both the device body and in the brush handle. |
| US10010166B2 |
Oral care implement with cover member
An oral care implement having a cover member. In one aspect, the invention is an oral care implement comprising: a body comprising a handle and a head, the head comprising a coupling element; a store of oral care material located within the body; an outlet located on the head and in fluid communication with the store; a cover member comprising a cap portion, a mounting portion, and a coupling element; and wherein the cover member is detachably coupled to the head via cooperation between the coupling element of the cover member and the coupling element of the head, and the mounting portion is configured to mount the oral care implement to a vertical surface. |
| US10010165B1 |
Toothpaste extruding toothbrush
The toothpaste extruding toothbrush is a toothbrush assembly having a slotted, hollow, inner volume within the handle covered by a diaphragm which is held in place by a snap on top having a slotted lengthwise opening centered on top that a thumb roller partially extends through which is operated by the thumb of a user to deform the diaphragm to force toothpaste from the inner volume into the extrusion passage and into the bristles. |
| US10010159B1 |
Backpack for carrying collapsible chairs
A portable backpack for the storage and transport of a collapsible quad chair, in which the insertion or removal of the collapsible quad chair is enabled by maintaining the shape of the opening through placement of the flap away from the opening to prevent deformation of the opening. |
| US10010157B2 |
Wig drying assembly
A wig drying assembly includes a wire frame. A wig may be positioned on the wire frame when the wig is washed thereby facilitating the wig to air dry. A panel is positioned on the wire frame. The panel is comprised of a fluid absorbent material to absorb water from the wig when the wig is placed on the wire frame. A plurality of suction cups is provided. Each of the suction cups is coupled to the wire frame. Each of the suction cups may suctionally engage a wall in shower thereby facilitating the wire frame to retained on the wall in the shower. |
| US10010156B2 |
Contour tanning mask
A mask for facial contouring that includes: a main portion, where the main portion is adapted to cover a portion of a user's face leaving exposure of a user's outer jaw bone; eye covers, where the eye covers cover the user's eyes; a lip cover, where the lip cover covers the user's lips; temple covers extending from the main portion covering each temple area of the user's face; slit openings along a nose section of the mask; openings at a forehead portion of the mask; and an ear loop on each side of the mask for attaching the mask to the user's face. Each side of the mask may include curved exposure of the user's outer jaw bone and preferably the mask includes a soft material on an interior of the mask. |
| US10010153B2 |
Cosmetic container
The present invention relates to a cosmetic vessel including a discharge unit discharging cosmetics to an outside, and a discharge plate provided at one side of the discharge unit from which the cosmetics are discharged, including at least one discharge hole, and formed of a metal of SUS 300 series. |
| US10010150B2 |
Attachment for a hand held appliance
A hairdryer including: a handle; a body comprising a duct extending within the body; a fluid flow path extending through the duct from a fluid inlet through which a fluid flow enters the hairdryer to a fluid outlet for emitting the fluid flow from a front end of the body; a primary fluid flow path extending at least partially through the body from a primary fluid inlet through which a primary fluid flow enters the hairdryer to an annular primary fluid outlet at a front end of the body; a fan unit for drawing the primary fluid flow through the primary fluid inlet; and an attachment for adjusting at least one parameter of fluid emitted from the hairdryer, the attachment being attachable to the hairdryer so that the attachment protrudes from the front end of the body, wherein the attachment is configured to inhibit the generation of the fluid flow. |
| US10010139B2 |
Method for making a cleated plate member and apparatus
A method for making a cleated plate member of an article of footwear includes forming a blade cleat assembly having an anchor member associated with a blade member, the blade member having a planar body, the body having a base portion, a head portion opposite the base portion, and a through hole formed in the base portion, a first molding material of the anchor member surrounding the base portion of the blade member and extending through the through hole formed in the base portion of the blade member, and associating the blade cleat assembly with an exposed surface of a plate body to form a cleated plate member. The base portion of the blade member further may include a pair of opposing shoulder flange portions. A blade cleat assembly may be disposed in a cleat assembly receptacle of a mold system configured to form a cleated plate member. |
| US10010136B2 |
Footwear sole structure incorporating a plurality of chambers
A plurality of fluid-filled chambers may be incorporated into sole structures of articles of footwear. The chambers may be configured to be substantially diamond-shaped. The chambers may lie within cavities formed by a lower surface of the midsole and may extend into apertures in the outsole. The apertures in the outsole may be aligned with the cavities of the midsole. The chambers may be bounded by bounding regions between and at the perimeter of the chambers. The bounding regions may be formed of a polymer foam material of the midsole. The chambers may additionally be connected. |
| US10010130B2 |
Article of footwear designed to impart controlled spin on a ball when kicked with the toes
An article of sports footwear that changes shape in two ways. Firstly, a change of shape occurs when such footwear is used to kick a ball with the toes. This change of shape maximizes the area of contact with a ball that is kicked with the toes. Secondly, a change of shape occurs when the article of sports footwear bends during running. This change of shape shortens the entire length of the article of sports footwear in order to prevent tripping. A flexible toe cap encases the foot and parts of a traditional article of footwear and attaches at or near the tarsometatarsal joint of a wearer. |
| US10010129B2 |
Lockout feature for a control device
An article of footwear can include provisions for improving the operation and use of various systems associated with the article. A control device included in the article can be configured to allow manual control of a system by a user. A lockout feature that can disable manual control may be included. During periods of competitive activity, the manual controls may be disabled to allow a user wearing the article to engage in different activities without inadvertent activation of a system. In some cases, the control device and lockout feature can be used in conjunction with a motorized tensioning system. |
| US10010117B1 |
Bra with storage pockets
Aspects herein are directed to a bra with multiple pockets positioned at different locations on the bra to provide a variety of storage options. The bra comprises one or more portions comprised of layers of material where the pocket spaces are formed between the layers of material. The layers of material of the different portions are joined along their perimeter edges except for one or more select areas that form openings in communication with the pocket spaces. |
| US10010111B2 |
E-vaping device
An e-vaping device includes a first cartomizer section including a housing body with an inner tube extending longitudinally within the housing. A tubular reservoir for storing an e-vaping liquid is positioned between the housing body and the inner tube, with a wick in fluid communication with the tubular reservoir. A heater is configured to vaporize the e-vaping liquid in the wick. The tubular reservoir is helically wound around the inner tube, and a vent hole is included in a distal end of the tubular reservoir. A cross-sectional diameter of the wick equals a cross-sectional diameter of the tubular reservoir. |
| US10010108B2 |
Method of displaying electronic vaping device, display packages with divider, blanks for forming display package for containing electronic vaping device, and method of manufacturing display package for electronic vaping device
A method of displaying an electronic vaping device, display packages, blanks for forming a display package for containing an elongated body housing an electronic vaping device, and a method of manufacturing a display package for an electronic vaping device, include establishing a box structure having an inner cavity and a side portion, dividing the side portion into a lower retention portion, an upper retention portion, and a window recess portion, the dividing including establishing a side recess panel at a location along a first side panel of the box structure, establishing a front recess panel along a front panel of the box structure, and establishing the window recess portion by folding the first and front recess panels into the box structure. The front recess panel is attached to the side recess panel, and the front recess panel has a width greater than that of the side recess panel. |
| US10010107B2 |
Ultrasonic rotary molding
The present disclosure describes an ultrasonic rotary molding system that is used to form edible compositions or food products as they move along a conveyor belt. The food products are formed by an ultrasonic rotary wheel that includes one or more cutting tools that cut, and perhaps three dimensionally mold, food product strips. The system may include a movable backing plate that is located below the point where the ultrasonic rotary wheel cuts the food product strips. The movable backing plate may be spring loaded and it may exert force upwards against the conveyor belt and in turn against the food product. |
| US10010103B2 |
Methods for the production and use of myceliated high protein food compositions
Disclosed is a method to prepare a myceliated high-protein food product, which includes culturing a fungi an aqueous media which has a high level of protein, for example at least 20 g protein per 100 g dry weight with excipients, on a dry weight basis. The fungi can include Pleurotus ostreatus, Pleurotus eryngii, Lepista nuda, Hericium erinaceus, Lentinula edodes, Agaricus blazeii, Laetiporus sulfureus and combinations thereof. After culturing, the material is harvested by obtaining the myceliated high-protein food product via drying or concentrating. The resultant myceliated high-protein food product may have its taste, flavor, or aroma modulated, such as by increasing desirable flavors or tastes such as meaty, savory, umami, popcorn and/or by decreasing undesirable flavors such as bitterness, astringency or beaniness. Deflavoring and/or deodorizing as compared to non-myceliated control materials can also be observed. Also disclosed are myceliated high-protein food products. |
| US10010101B2 |
Non-caloric sweeteners and methods for synthesizing
Disclosed are steviol glycosides referred to as rebaudioside V and rebaudioside W. Also disclosed are methods for producing rebaudioside M (Reb M), rebausoside G (Reb G), rebaudioside KA (Reb KA), rebaudioside V (Reb V) and rebaudioside (Reb W). |
| US10010099B2 |
Non-caloric sweeteners and methods for synthesizing
Disclosed are steviol glycosides referred to as rebaudioside V and rebaudioside W. Also disclosed are methods for producing rebaudioside M (Reb M), rebausoside G (Reb G), rebaudioside KA (Reb KA), rebaudioside V (Reb V) and rebaudioside (Reb W). |
| US10010096B2 |
Ice cream sandwich apparatus
An ice cream sandwich apparatus for making and wrapping ice cream sandwiches. The ice cream sandwich apparatus includes a plurality of stations driven by servo motors. |
| US10010095B2 |
Packaged food product, in particular confectionery product
Packaged food product and process utilizes a first and a second half-shell of edible material. Each of the first and second half-shells of edible material is coated with a respective covering adhering to its inner and outer surface, each covering including a first and a second half-shell of sheet material, shaped so as to adhere to the inner and respectively the outer surface of the respective half-shell of edible material, the half-shells of sheet material being connected together along their respective peripheral edges so as to form a closed covering which encloses the half-shell of edible material. The half-shells of to edible material, coated with the respective covering, are retained in close relationship. |
| US10010093B2 |
Coffee honey obtained from the mucilage of coffee beans
The present invention relates to a coffee honey obtained through a method of concentrating and conserving the mucilage of coffee beans, in order to make use of coffee processing industry by-products. Said coffee honey is suitable for use in products for human or animal consumption, drugs, or cosmetics, and reduces the pollution of the environment by avoiding the waste of coffee by-products. |
| US10010091B2 |
Freeze-dried, dairy or dairy-substitute compositions and methods of using same
The present invention comprises a freeze-dried, dairy or dairy-substitute composition comprising a dairy or dairy-substitute ingredient and an emulsifier and methods of using same to promote and/or improve child development. |
| US10010083B2 |
Synergistic Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. Aizawai and Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. Kurstaki mixtures for diamondback moth, beet armyworm, sugarcane borer, soybean looper, corn earworm, cabbage looper, and southwestern corn borer control
The present invention generally relates to the use of synergistic amounts of Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. aizawai and Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. kurstaki for the control of diamondback moth, beet armyworm, sugarcane borer, soybean looper, corn earworm, cabbage looper and southwestern corn borer, wherein the ratio of Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. kurstaki to Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. aizawai is from about 1:0.001 to about 1:3.5. |
| US10010082B2 |
Pesticide for the extermination of Blattella germanica and a method for producing thereof
A pesticide for the extermination of an insect of the order Blattodea, and particularly of Blattella germanica, the pesticide comprising a uniform mixture of: a Blattella germanica attractant comprising about 75% cooked mashed potatoes and about 14% cooked eggs yolk; and an active ingredient comprising boric acid in a concentration of about 10%, thereby providing a non-toxic to humans or pets pesticide which attracts the insect, and upon consuming it by the insect, the active ingredient exterminates the insect. |
| US10010081B2 |
Synergistic antimicrobial preparations containing chlorite and hydrogen peroxide
An anti-microbial preservative for use in ophthalmic and dermatologic products. The preservative includes from about 0.005 wt. % to about 0.20 wt. % chlorite compound and from about 0.005 wt. % to about 0.05 wt. % peroxy compound. Additionally, the preservative does not generate chlorine dioxide within the pH range of 5.0-8.8. Also included are an antimicrobial ophthalmic and dermatologic compositions for direct application onto an eye or skin of a living being including from about 0.005 wt. % to about 0.20 wt. % chlorite compound and from about 0.005 wt. % to about 0.05 wt. % peroxy compound. Also included are methods for treating dryness of the eyes and skin disorders (e.g., wounds, burns, infections, ulcerations, psoriasis, etc.) and for disinfecting and cleansing contact lenses while in place upon an eye by applying the composition to the eye or to the contact lens. |
| US10010077B2 |
Ginkgo derived compositions and their use to prevent fruit infestation by codling moth
Codling moth, Cydia pomonella, (L.), is a cosmopolitan pest of the apple, potentially causing damage to circa 80% of the fruit. Disclosed here are use of extract of Ginkgo biloba, or its synthetic metabolites for preventing or treating apple feeding and infestation by neonate larvae of codling moth. |
| US10010075B2 |
Water temperature as a means of controlling kinetics of onsite generated peracids
Methods and systems for temperature-controlled, on-site generation of peracids, namely peroxycarboxylic acids and peroxycarboxylic acid forming compositions are disclosed. In particular, methods for using an adjustable biocide formulator or generator system overcome the limitations of temperature on the kinetics of the peracid generation and/or peracid decomposition inside an adjustable biocide formulator or generator system. The methods include the controlling of the temperature of at least one raw starting material, namely water, to improve upon methods of on-site generation of peracids. The methods allow for the generation of user-selected chemistry without regard to the ambient temperatures of the raw starting materials and/or the biocide formulator or generator system. |
| US10010071B2 |
Liquid concentrate for the protection of compositions to be applied topically, against microbial attack
A liquid concentrate which includes: a) from 20 to 70% by weight of 3-phenylpropan-1-ol, b) from 10 to 50% by weight of 1,2-octanediol, c) from 15 to 60% by weight of 1,3-propanediol, and d) where necessary up to 2000 ppm of one or more antioxidants; and a composition for topical application, including such liquid concentrate. |
| US10010070B2 |
Device for vitrification preservation of cells or tissues
The present invention aims to provide a device for vitrification cryopreservation enabling easy and reliable vitrification cryopreservation of a cell or tissue. The device for vitrification cryopreservation of a cell or tissue of the present invention includes a support and a vitrification solution absorber including at least an adhesive layer and a vitrification solution absorbing layer in the given order on the support. The device includes a portion with no adhesive layer disposed between the support and a portion of the vitrification solution absorbing layer configured to hold a cell or tissue. |
| US10010068B2 |
Ladder stand and tree securement mechanism therefor
A securement mechanism for a ladder tree stand includes jaws pivotably attachable to a platform. When open, a tree can pass between the jaws. A strap assembly attaches to the jaws. A tension can be applied to the strap assembly from the ground before climbing the tree to pivot the jaws to close around the tree. The strap assembly can be anchored to the tree so that the jaws are pulled closed against the tree. A respective end portion of the strap assembly can attach to each of the jaws between its pivot axis and free end. The strap assembly can include a pivot strap secured to the jaws and a tensioning strap connected to the tree and secured to the pivot strap to slide along its length. |
| US10010066B2 |
Hydraulic press tool
Hydraulic systems and tools having an actuator that actuates a pump and a control valve are described. The pump transports fluid into a chamber to advance a piston in the chamber. The control valve is biased open and regulates flow of hydraulic fluid from the chamber to a reservoir. The actuator is operable in a first state in which the control valve is open, allowing flow of fluid from the chamber to the reservoir, and the pump is not pumping. The actuator can be operated in a second state in which the control valve is closed, restricting flow of fluid from the chamber to the reservoir, and the pump is not pumping. The actuator can be operated in a third state in which the control valve is closed and the pump is pumping fluid from the reservoir into the chamber in order to advance the piston. |
| US10010050B2 |
Encoder arrangement and rotary milking platform arrangement
An encoder arrangement (2) adapted to be used with a rotary milking platform includes an encoder axle rotatable about an encoder axis (12), an encoder wheel (6) connected to the encoder axle, and a suspension arrangement (8) supporting the encoder and the encoder wheel (6). The encoder and the encoder wheel (6) are arranged on a movable portion (14) of the suspension arrangement (8). The movable portion (14) is biased towards the rotary milking platform. The movable portion (14) is pivotable about a pivot axis (16), and the pivot axis (16) extends perpendicularly to the encoder axis (12). |
| US10010048B2 |
Collapsible kennel
A collapsible kennel having a top panel, a bottom panel, two side panels, a front panel having an opening, and a rear panel. The top panel, bottom panel, two side panels, front panel, and rear panel are connected to one another to form a substantially rectangular enclosure having a door in the opening for ingress and egress. The front and rear panels each include a peripheral edging containing a looped frame. The side panels each include a peripheral edging containing opposed side frames, the side frames each having a first end and a second end, the first and second ends being attached to respective looped frames. A method of collapsing the kennel is also disclosed. |
| US10010043B1 |
Maize inbred PH2RRA
A novel maize variety designated PH2RRA and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant comprise crossing maize variety PH2RRA with another maize plant are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into PH2RRA through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are provided. Hybrid maize seed, plants or plant parts are produced by crossing the variety PH2RRA or a locus conversion of PH2RRA with another maize variety. |
| US10010037B2 |
Root-preferred promoter and methods of use
The present invention provides compositions and methods for regulating expression of heterologous nucleotide sequences in a plant. Compositions include a novel nucleotide sequence for a promoter for the gene encoding Sorghum bicolor pLTP. A method for expressing a heterologous nucleotide sequence in a plant using the promoter sequences disclosed herein is provided. The method comprises transforming a plant or plant cell with a nucleotide sequence operably linked to one of the promoters of the present invention. |
| US10010036B2 |
Pepper hybrid DR5839PB
The invention provides seed and plants of pepper hybrid DR5839PB and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of pepper hybrid DR5839PB and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a pepper plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another pepper plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants. |
| US10010034B2 |
Hydroponic cultivation unit and system
A configurable hydroponic cultivation device includes a tank. The tank includes at least one separation bar and at least one removable dam member. The at least one separation bar is disposed on a bottom side of the tank and is configured to separate the tank into a plurality of trough regions. The at least one removable dam member is configured to be removably mounted in the tank to thereby block the culture solution from flowing therethrough. The at least one separation bar and the at least one removable dam member are configured to allow a configurable passageway for the culture solution flowing in the tank. Due to its modular features, the configurable hydroponic cultivation unit can be stacked one another to form a multi-level hydroponic cultivation system, which achieves a vertical recycling of the culture solution. |
| US10010027B2 |
Feed-belt for a sugar-cane harvester
One describes a feed-belt (100) for a sugar-cane harvester, comprising first (1) and second (2) belts that substantially overlap each other and define a space for passage of cut cane between them (1, 2), the first and the second belts (1,2) exhibiting a substantially curved profile. The invention has the objective of providing a feed-belt (100) for a sugar-cane harvester that can be used for the processes of both harvesting cane for grinding and harvesting seedlings for plantation, also providing a decrease in the total weight of the machine, lower hydraulic power required for the feed assembly, a smaller number of hydraulic components and lower final cost of the machine, besides simplicity and lower maintenance cost. |
| US10015915B2 |
Shield film, shielded printed wiring board, and method for manufacturing shield film
To provide a shield film which is capable of suitably shielding electric field waves, magnetic field waves, and electromagnetic waves progressing from one side to the other side of the shield film and has good transmission characteristics, a shielded printed wiring board, and a method for manufacturing the shield film, a metal layer 3 which is 0.5 μm to 12 μm thick and an anisotropic conductive adhesive layer 4 which is anisotropic so as to be electrically conductive only in thickness directions are provided in a deposited manner, so that electric field waves, magnetic field waves, and electromagnetic waves progressing from one side to the other side of the shield film are suitably shielded. |
| US10015910B2 |
Heat pop with near-azeotropic binary fluid
A heat pipe includes a binary working fluid including a composition proximate to and less than or equal to the azeotropic point in a thermodynamic phase diagram as a function of the composition of the binary working fluid. Moreover, in a liquid phase of the binary working fluid, a boiling point of the binary working fluid as a function of temperature and the composition in the thermodynamic phase diagram is approximately constant. For example, the boiling point may vary by less than a degree Celsius over a range of compositions proximate to and less than or equal to the azeotropic point. Furthermore, components in the binary working fluid may be fully miscible as a function of the temperature and the composition in the thermodynamic phase diagram, a component in the binary working fluid may include a non-zero dipole moment, and/or the component may form a hydrogen bond with water. |
| US10015907B2 |
Heat dissipating device
A heat dissipating device includes a thermal conductive substance, a plurality of heat-radiating protrusions and a plurality of turbulence-generating structures. The thermal conductive substance has a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface. The heat-radiating protrusions are integrally formed with the thermal conductive substance on the first surface. At least one of the turbulence-generating structures is formed on the first surface of the thermal conductive substance in concaved manner, and arranged around a bottom periphery of the heat-radiating protrusions, so as to obstruct a development of a boundary layer around the bottom of the heat-radiating protrusions. |
| US10015905B2 |
Immersion cooling device and seal tank
An immersion cooling device includes a refrigerant tank configured to accommodate a refrigerant liquid in which an electronic device is immersed; a seal tank configured to accommodate a sealing material and communicate with the refrigerant tank through an upper space of the seal tank, a cable connected to the electronic device being disposed in the upper portion space; and a partition member that, in a state in which a portion of the cable disposed in the upper portion space is immersed in the sealing material in a liquid state, partitions the upper portion space into a first space that is in communication with the refrigerant tank, and a second space that is in communication with an outside of the seal tank. |
| US10015897B1 |
Flexible information handling system display sliding frame
An information handling system having rotationally coupled housing portions supports a flexible display disposed across the housing portions with a hinge structure that manages flexible display curve radius in a folded configuration. The flexible display is supported on a display frame that slides relative to a housing of the information handling system during rotation of housing portions. A biasing device provides force to the display frame in coordination with the sliding motion to reduce forces applied to the flexible display surface during housing portion rotations. |
| US10015895B2 |
Casing device and insertion structure thereof
A casing device and an insertion structure thereof are provided. The casing device includes a first casing, a second casing, and an insertion structure. The second casing has an engagement structure. The insertion structure includes a tamperproof element. The tamperproof element has one end extended outward to form two barb-like protruding portions and the other end protrudingly provided with a leaf spring. The leaf spring includes resilient protruding plates protrudingly formed on the outer surface of the tamperproof element. Since the resilient protruding plates and the engagement structure are engaged with each other, the insertion structures can clamp the first casing and the second casing to prevent consumers from dismantling an electronic device enclosed by the casing device but enable the electronic device manufacturers to confirm whether the casing device has been inappropriately dismantled by the consumers, thereby settling disputes over damages liability between a consumer and a manufacturer. |
| US10015890B2 |
Method of manufacturing conductive layer and wiring board
A method of manufacturing a conductive layer on a support body includes a first process of forming a precursor layer containing at least one of metal particles and metal oxide particles on the support body; a second process of forming a sintering layer by irradiating an electromagnetic wave pulse on the precursor layer; and a third process of compressing the sintering layer. The conductive layer is formed by repeating the first to third processes “N” times, where “N” denotes a natural number equal to or greater than 2, on the same location of the support body, and the third process performed in the first to (N−1)th operations includes forming a surface of the sintering layer in an uneven shape. |
| US10015886B2 |
Method for producing portable data carriers
A method for producing a portable data carrier includes a spatial structure printed on a first foil. Electroconductive lines are applied first, and components are subsequently inserted in the structure, wherein the structure corresponds to the dimensions or the shape and size of the inserted components. The components are electroconductively connected to the lines therein. A cover is printed over the components. A second foil can be applied to the cover, wherein a design print can be applied to both foils. A gap can be incorporated in the structure and the foils, in order to insert a chip module. |
| US10015885B2 |
Printed circuit board, and method for manufacturing same
Provided are a printed circuit board and a method of manufacturing the printed circuit board, the printed circuit board including: a first element and a second element; a first base substrate including an embedding part in which the first element is embedded and a cavity into which the second element is mounted; and a second base substrate bonded to one surface of the first base substrate and including a first via for the second element. |
| US10015882B1 |
Modular semiconductor package
Embodiments described herein relate generally to a microelectronic packaging and the manufacture thereof. A carrier may have a die attached to a top face thereof. A printed circuit board may be attached to the top face of the carrier. The printed circuit board may have a hole in which the die is disposed. A lid may be attached to the printed circuit board opposite the carrier so that the die is enclosed by the carrier, the printed circuit board, and the lid. The printed circuit board may form a seal ring around the die. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed. |
| US10015878B2 |
Decoupling arrangement
In various embodiments, apparatuses and methods are disclosed that may be able to implement a multi-layer, three dimensional routing between a decoupling component and an input port for a SoC or MCM. A three dimensional (3D) structure may provide a defined current return path from the decoupling component to the input port. The current return path may be constrained by design to provide an equal and opposite electromagnetic flux to the input port thereby reducing series inductance between the input port and the decoupling component. |
| US10015876B2 |
Printed board and method for manufacturing same
The object of the present invention is to provide a printed circuit board that improves the heat radiating effect as the entire printed circuit board and a manufacturing method for such a printed circuit board. A printed circuit board includes a base member having two main surfaces, at least one heat-radiating conductor layer formed on at least one of the main surfaces of the two main surfaces of the base member and a solder resist layer formed on a surface of the heat-radiating conductor layer, and in this printed circuit board, the heat-radiating conductor layer has two main surfaces and at least one side face, the heat-radiating conductor layer has its one main surface of the two main surfaces made in planar contact with the main surface of the base member, the solder resist layer further has an etching liquid resistance, and is formed on the other main surface of the two main surfaces of the heat-radiating conductor layer, with the side face of the heat-radiating conductor layer being exposed, and the heat-radiating conductor layer and the solder resist layer are allowed to form a laminate 24 having a substantially convex shape with an appropriate height. |
| US10015874B2 |
Hybrid standing wave linear accelerators providing accelerated charged particles or radiation beams
A hybrid linear accelerator is disclosed comprising a standing wave linear accelerator section (“SW section”) followed by a travelling wave linear accelerator section (“TW section”). In one example, RF power is provided to the TW section and power not used by the TW section is provided to the SW section via a waveguide. An RF switch, an RF phase adjuster, and/or an RF power adjuster is provided along the waveguide to change the energy and/or phase of the RF power provided to the SW section. In another example, RF power is provided to both the SW section and the TW section, and RF power not used by the TW section is provided to the SW section, via an RF switch, an RF phase adjuster, and/or an RF power. In another example, an RF load is matched to the output of the TW section by an RF switch. |
| US10015872B2 |
Shifting mechanism for dual x-ray tube imaging system
A x-ray tube mounting assembly, including a mounting bracket, a first x-ray tube support configured for supporting a first x-ray tube, a second x-ray tube support configured for supporting a second x-ray tube, and a control assembly for moving the first and second x-ray tube supports substantially simultaneously between a first position, wherein the first x-ray tube support is in an operating position and the second x-ray tube support is in a first stowed position not for operation of a second x-ray tube operably supported thereby, and a second position, wherein the second x-ray tube support is in the operating position and the first x-ray tube support is in a second stowed position not for operation of a first x-ray tube operably supported thereby. The first x-ray tube may be of different focus source magnitude than the second x-ray tube. |
| US10015866B2 |
Smart phone controlled wireless light bulb
The claimed subject matter provides systems and/or methods that employ a control component integrated in a light bulb to control the light bulb wirelessly. The wireless light bulb can include a light source, a control component that manages operation of the light source, an input component that wirelessly obtains input signals that can be utilized by the control component, and a power source. For instance, the light source can be one or more light emitting diodes (LEDs) and/or the power source can be one or more batteries. Moreover, the input component can receive the input signals (e.g., radio frequency, infrared, . . . ) from a remote control, a sensor, a differing wireless light bulb, a radio frequency identifier (RFID) tag, etc. Further, the wireless light bulb can be mechanically coupled to a lighting fixture, where the lighting fixture may or may not be electrically coupled to an alternating current (AC) power source. |
| US10015864B2 |
Lighting preference arbitration
A controller comprising: an output for controlling light source(s) arranged to emit light to illuminate an environment; and an input for receiving a signal output from at least one sensor. The controller is configured to: identify presence of a user and at least one further user based on the signal output from the sensor; determine lighting preferences of the users; detect an orientation of the users based on the signal from the sensor; estimate a field of view (FOV) of the users based on the detected orientation of the users; determine that at least one light source is positioned to emit light in both the FOVs of the users, arbitrate between the lighting preferences of the users to determine light settings to be applied to the at least one light source, and control said at least one light source based on the determined light settings. |
| US10015863B2 |
Changing screen brightness of a computing device
Examples relate to changing screen brightness of a computing device. One example enables determination of whether the computing device is being used for one of a set of predetermined application types. The screen brightness of the computing device may be changed based on a set of first brightness values associated with the first predetermined application type responsive to the computing device being used for a first predetermined application type and based on a set of second brightness values associated with the second predetermined application type responsive to the computing device being used for a second predetermined application type. |
| US10015860B2 |
Method and apparatus for detecting presence of dimmer and controlling power delivered to solid state lighting load
A system and method control an amount of power delivered by a power converter (220) to a solid state lighting load (240). It is determined whether a dimmer (204) is present between a voltage source (201) and the power converter (220) based on a rectified input voltage from the voltage source. When the dimmer is determined to be present, an operating point of the power converter is adjusted to increase the amount of power delivered by the power converter to the solid state lighting load by a compensation amount, so that the increased amount of power is equal to an amount of power delivered by the power converter when the dimmer is not present. |
| US10015858B1 |
Deep dimming control in LED lighting system
Provided is a deep dimming control method and a driver control circuit for controlling brightness to a plurality of LEDs, that includes a controller which generates a first pulse width modulation signal, and a second pulse width modulation signal is used to switch between closed loop control and open loop control of the light intensity of the LEDs, and at least one comparator configured to receive the first PWM signal or the second PWM signal from the controller. The comparator compares the first PWM signal to a measured output current signal and regulates the output current to the LEDS in the closed loop control until a predetermined output dimming level is reached. Upon reaching the predetermined output dimming level, the controller generates the second PWM signal to another comparator, and the output current is maintained at a preset value determined by calibration during the closed loop control. |
| US10015853B2 |
LED lighting device using AC power supply
Provided is a light emission device. When the size of an input voltage exceeds a minimum light emission voltage, all light emission elements emit light always irrespective of the size of a voltage, and as the size of the voltage decreases, the light emission device has a configuration in which the light emission elements are connected in parallel with each other, and as the size of the voltage increases, the light emission device has a configuration in which the light emission elements are connected in series with each other. |
| US10015841B2 |
Micro heater and micro sensor and manufacturing methods thereof
A micro heater and a micro sensor is capable of providing a heater having a small thermal capacity by forming an air gap which surrounds the heater wire, and forming the heater wire on a porous substrate. |
| US10015839B1 |
Tracking device distress mode configuration
A tracking device can be configured to operate in a distress mode in response to receiving an input pattern associated with the distress mode from a user. Once configured to operate in distress mode, the tracking device modifies connection properties of the tracking devices, for example by connecting to additional mobile devices, and sends a message indicating that the tracking device is in distress mode to a connected mobile device. Based on connecting to a tracking device in distress mode, a mobile device can send a distress message to emergency services or to a predetermined emergency contact. After a threshold amount of time passes, the tracking device can exit distress mode. |
| US10015837B2 |
Assignment of component carriers in dual connectivity operation
A method in a user equipment comprises receiving, from a network node, a request to configure a first component carrier at the user equipment for dual connectivity operation, and determining whether a total number of currently configured component carriers including the first component carrier associated with the request exceeds a threshold number of component carriers that the user equipment can use for dual connectivity operation. The method further comprises performing one or more component carrier related radio operations based at least in part on the determination of whether the total number of currently configured component carriers including the first component carrier associated with the request exceeds the threshold number of component carriers that the user equipment can use for dual connectivity operation. |
| US10015833B2 |
Device of radio network temporary identifier allocation in dual connectivity
A communication device for RNTI allocation comprises a processing means, for executing a program, and a storage unit, coupled to the processing means, for storing the program which instructs the processing means to perform the steps: connecting to a first base station, receiving a first RNTI assigned by the first base station, receiving a RRC message including a second RNTI for communication with a second base station from the first base station, transmitting a RRC message response to the first base station, performing communication with the first base station with the first RNTI and communication with the second base station with the second RNTI, transmitting a random access preamble to the second base station, receiving a random access response from the second base station, transmitting a scheduled transmission containing the second RNTI to the second base station, and receiving a contention resolution message from the second base station. |
| US10015832B2 |
System and method for communications in communications systems with relay nodes
A system and method for communications in communications systems with relay nodes are provided. A communications controller includes a communications control unit, a bearer control unit coupled to the communications control unit, and a mapping unit coupled to the bearer control unit. The communications control unit manages resources and schedules transmission opportunities, the bearer control unit manages radio bearers for relay nodes coupled to the communications controller, and the mapping unit provides a mapping of user bearers to radio bearers. |
| US10015829B2 |
Controlling interference
A method of controlling interference may include receiving interference parameters. The method may further include determining an interference measurement of a resource element. The interference measurement may be associated with a first location. The method may further include calculating a maximum transmission power of the resource element based at least in part on the interference parameters and the interference measurement. The method may further include transmitting a transmission via the resource element, the transmission including a transmission power equal to or less than the maximum transmission power. |
| US10015828B2 |
Method and wireless device for providing device-to-device communication
The present disclosure relates to methods and to wireless devices for device-to-device communication. One of the methods includes configuring direct control messages and reference signals, based on capability and state of the wireless device with regards to device to device communication. The method further includes associating, in the wireless device, at least one direct control message to a synchronization reference signal, configuring the at least one direct control message and/or the synchronization reference signal, such that a recipient can identify the association between the at least one direct control message and the synchronization reference signal, using the configuration of the direct control message and/or the synchronization reference signal. The at least one direct control message is then transmitted. |
| US10015826B2 |
Adapter device for coupling an industrial field instrument to an industrial wireless network
A method includes coupling an adapter device to a field instrument in an industrial control system to provide a wireless communication capability to the field instrument. The method also includes converting, by the adapter device, information from a first protocol native to the field instrument into a second protocol native to a wireless network. The method further includes transmitting the information to at least one other device over the wireless network. |
| US10015825B2 |
Smart-home device facilitating convenient setup of plural instances thereof in the smart home
A method for using a first device to pair a second device to a user account may include receiving first wireless communications using a first wireless protocol, where the first device has previously been paired with the user account. The method may also include receiving a transmission that instructs the first device to establish second wireless communications with the second device, and then establishing the second wireless communications between the first device and the second device using a second wireless protocol. The method may additionally include receiving, using the first wireless protocol, information allowing the second device to use the first wireless protocol, and sending the information to the second device using the second wireless protocol, where a new pairing between the second device and the user account is established using the first wireless protocol. |