最新美国发明专利
Document Document Title
US10203337B2 Kisspeptin-54 detection by tandem mass spectrometry
Methods are described for measuring the amount of a kisspeptin-54-derived peptides in a sample. More specifically, mass spectrometric methods are described for detecting and quantifying a kisspeptin-54 derived peptides in a sample utilizing on-line extraction methods coupled with tandem mass spectrometric techniques.
US10203335B2 Fluorescent labeling of transfer RNA and study of protein synthesis
Provided are methods for labeling transfer RNA comprising replacing the uracil component of a dihydrouridine of said transfer RNA with a fluorophore. The disclosed methods may comprise fluorescent labeling of natural tRNAs (i.e., tRNAs that have been synthesized in a cell, for example, in a bacterium, a yeast cell, or a vertebrate cell) at dihydrouridine (D) positions, or fluorescent labeling of synthetic tRNAs. In another aspect, the present invention provides methods for assessing protein synthesis in a translation system comprise providing a tRNA having a fluorophore substitution for the uracil component of a dihydrouridine in a D loop of the tRNA; introducing the labeled tRNA into the translation system; irradiating the translation system with electromagnetic radiation, thereby generating a fluorescence signal from the fluorophore; detecting the fluorescence signal; and, correlating the fluorescence signal to one or more characteristics of the protein synthesis in the translation system. The disclosed methods are useful in single molecule as well as in ensemble settings.
US10203332B2 Apparatus for and method of separating target matter
An apparatus and method for separating a target material. The apparatus for separating a target matter includes a mixture including a target matter, a density gradient material layer disposed under the mixture and having a greater density than a density of the mixture, magnetic beads including a magnetic material and binding to the target matter to form a complex, and a magnetic field generating device applying a magnetic field to the complex to precipitate the complex at the bottom of the density gradient material layer.
US10203330B2 Methods and materials for identifying and treating mammals having lung adenocarcinoma characterized by neuroendocrine differentiation
This document provides methods and materials involved in identifying mammals having lung adenocarcinoma characterized by neuroendocrine differentiation as well as methods and materials involved in treating mammals having lung adenocarcinoma characterized by neuroendocrine differentiation. For example, methods and materials for using ASCL1 and RET expression levels to identify lung cancer patients having lung adenocarcinoma characterized by neuroendocrine differentiation are provided.
US10203329B2 Biofilm formation to define risk for colon cancer
Methods of identifying subjects at increased risk of cancer, based upon detection of biofilms and/or biofilm-associated microbes within a subject, are disclosed. Therapies designed to prevent formation and/or reduce the size of biofilms in a subject identified to be at increased risk of cancer based upon detection of biofilms and/or biofilm-associated microbes are disclosed. In particular embodiments, the invention provides for identification of a subject at elevated risk of developing or having colorectal cancer and/or a colorectal adenoma, based upon detection of a biofilm and/or biofilm-associated bacteria within the gastrointestinal tract of the subject (optionally, within a biopsy specimen and/or stool sample of such subject). Therapies involving administration of an antibiotic agent and/or a probiotic agent to a subject, to prevent or reduce biofilm formation within the gastrointestinal tract of the subject, optionally provided in combination with additional cancer therapy, are also disclosed.
US10203328B2 CSN5 polypeptides and uses thereof for screening therapeutic agents
The present invention relates to mutated CSN5 polypeptides and their use in a method of screening modulators of CSN5 activity that could be used as therapeutic agents.
US10203323B2 Identifying new therapeutic agents
Disclosed herein are methods for identifying novel drug candidates.
US10203321B2 Method of identifying when a patient undergoing hemodialysis is at increased risk of death
The invention is directed to a method of identifying a patient undergoing periodic hemodialysis treatments at increased risk for death that includes determining at least one of the patient's clinical or biochemical parameters, consisting of serum bicarbonate concentration level, serum potassium concentration level, serum calcium concentration level, hemoglobin concentration level, serum phosphorus concentration level, neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio, equilibrated normalized protein catabolic rate (enPCR), equilibrated fractional clearance of total body water by dialysis and residual kidney function (eKdrt/V), EPO resistance index, transferrin saturation index, serum ferritin concentration level, serum creatinine concentration level, platelet count, Aspartat-Aminotransferase level, and Alanin-Aminotransferase level at periodic hemodialysis treatments, and identifying a patient as having an increased risk for death if the patient has a significant change in the rate of change of at least one of the patient's clinical or biochemical parameters. The invention is also directed to a method of identifying an increased mortality risk factor for a patient undergoing periodic hemodialysis treatment. The method includes analyzing data of deceased patients that were previously undergoing periodic hemodialysis treatments by performing a longitudinal analysis backwards in time of changes in a clinical or biochemical parameter the patients, and identifying a significant change in the rate of decline or the rate of increase in a clinical or biochemical parameter before death of the patients.
US10203314B2 Method for calculating feed value of alfalfa hay using information available at time of baling
A method where the weight of the bale is measured by a scale on the baler, the moisture of the bale is measured by sensors on the baler and this information is sent to a processor. Based on compaction properties of the leaf verses the stem of the alfalfa, the processor calculates a feeding value for the hay including protein, energy and relative feed value on the dry density of the bale. Additional inputs such as the compaction setting of the baler and information about the hay being harvested can also be input into the processor for making adjustment to the feeding value calculation.
US10203309B2 Chromatogram display method, chromatogram display device, and chromatograph comprising said device
Chromatographs of a measurement target sample measured in FID and MS are displayed on display unit in a time range defined with reference to the retention index of the target component computed based on the standard retention time and calibration retention time for the target component in FID. The retention index is not readily influenced by difference in column length, thus making it possible to display the peaks of the target component measured with FID and MS in a corresponding time range by displaying the chromatograms on display unit in a time range defined with reference that retention index. Therefore, even in cases where the retention times of the target component in FID and MS are different, measurement results for an identical target component from FID and MS can be easily compared.
US10203308B2 Sample concentration device
A controller for controlling the operations of an autosampler, a sample push unit, and a make-up unit includes a pump stop timing setting unit for setting a first timing T1 of completion of dilution of a sample, and a subsequent second timing T2 of completion of trapping of a sample in the trap column, a dilution control unit for causing a solvent delivery pump for make-up of the make-up unit to operate, and for stopping operation of the solvent delivery pump for make-up at the first timing T1 set by the pump stop timing setting unit, and a sample push control unit for causing a solvent delivery pump for sample push of the sample push unit to operate, and for stopping operation of the solvent delivery pump for sample push at the second timing T2 set by the pump stop timing setting unit.
US10203307B2 Microfluidic devices for liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry and microscopic imaging
Systems, methods, and apparatus provide integration of microscopic imaging and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry on a microfluidic device. In one aspect, an apparatus includes a first wafer, a second wafer, and an emitter. The emitter is disposed between the first wafer and the second wafer. The first wafer defines a sample input hole. The first wafer and the second wafer define a first channel, the first channel including a first end and a second end. The first end of the first channel is proximate the sample input hole. The first channel is configured to contain separation media. The second end of the first channel is proximate the emitter.
US10203305B1 Tandem ion modulator for characterizing larger biomolecules in a differential mobility spectrometer
The tandem differential mobility spectrometer (DMS)-ion modulator instrument provides improved resolution relative to traditional DMS for molecules with larger masses. The instrument includes multiple ion-bunching electrodes, each with an AC field synchronized to the transit time of the ion flow which is positioned downstream of a DMS. The ion bunching electrodes produce each a mobility-dependent modulation of the ion current. The ratio of AC to DC current provides a measure of the mobility of a large ion, even if it has little differential mobility, thereby extending the useful range of mobility characterization of a DMS system. The instrument does not require high voltages or high frequencies. Modulation before DMS separation or between tandem DMS separations produces a variable range of analyte and reactant ion densities as well as spatially separating negative and positive ions to reduce ion recombination.
US10203304B2 Gel electrophoresis and transfer combination using conductive polymers and method of use
A precast gel and blotting membrane combination unit and method of use. The device includes two plates, each plate having a conductive opaque region with conductive polymers and a transparent region having static-dissipative polymers. Between the plates are a gel matrix and blotting membrane. The device is placed in a tank capable of both performing the electrophoresis phase and transfer phase of a western blot. During the electrophoresis phase, current flows from a pair of electrophoresis electrodes to separate proteins by size. The user can visualize the extent of protein separation by observing a tracking dye through the transparent region. After the electrophoresis phase, voltage is switched to a pair of transfer phase electrodes. The device allows current to flow through the conductive opaque regions of the plates to transfer separated proteins to a blotting membrane directly after electrophoresis without having to remove or reorient the device in the tank.
US10203301B2 Gas sensor
A gas sensor includes a sensor element having an electrode pad and a metal terminal member including a forward metal terminal member connected to the electrode pad, and a rear metal terminal member connected to the forward metal terminal member and a lead wire. The rear metal terminal member includes a forward end portion, a central portion, and a lead-wire connection portion. The forward end portion and the central portion are integrally connected through a first neck portion smaller in sectional area than the forward end portion and the central portion. The central portion and the lead-wire connection portion are integrally connected through a second neck portion smaller in sectional area than the central portion and the lead-wire connection portion. The first neck portion is greater in moment of inertia of area than the second neck portion.
US10203300B2 Methods and apparatus for measuring analytes using large scale FET arrays
Methods and apparatus relating to very large scale FET arrays for analyte measurements. ChemFET (e.g., ISFET) arrays may be fabricated using conventional CMOS processing techniques based on improved FET pixel and array designs that increase measurement sensitivity and accuracy, and at the same time facilitate significantly small pixel sizes and dense arrays. Improved array control techniques provide for rapid data acquisition from large and dense arrays. Such arrays may be employed to detect a presence and/or concentration changes of various analyte types in a wide variety of chemical and/or biological processes. In one example, chemFET arrays facilitate DNA sequencing techniques based on monitoring changes in hydrogen ion concentration (pH), changes in other analyte concentration, and/or binding events associated with chemical processes relating to DNA synthesis.
US10203298B2 Electrochemical cell and method of making an electrochemical cell
Electrochemical test cells are made with precision and accuracy by adhering an electrically resistive sheet having a bound opening to a first electrically conductive sheet. A notching opening is then punched through the electrically resistive sheet and the first electrically conductive sheet. The notching opening intersects the first bound opening in the electrically resistive sheet, and transforms the first bound opening into a notch in the electrically resistive sheet. A second electrically conductive sheet is punched to have a notching opening corresponding to that of first electrically conductive sheet, and this is adhered to the other side of the electrically resistive sheet such that the notching openings are aligned. This structure is cleaved from surrounding material to form an electrochemical cell that has a sample space for receiving a sample defined by the first and second conductive sheets and the notch in the electrically resistive sheet.
US10203287B2 Aquatic environment water parameter testing systems
An aquatic environment water parameter testing system and related methods and chemical indicator elements. The aquatic environment water parameter testing system includes an electronics portion having an optical reader element and a sample chamber portion. Conductivity and/or temperature may be utilized to calibrate readings by the optical reader element. A system may optionally have a sample chamber portion having a chemical indicator element which may be removably connected. A chemical indicator element may include an information storage and communication element used, in part, to provide identification of a chemical indicator of the chemical indicator element.
US10203286B2 Continuous interleaved process for conducting an assay in a multi-well plate
We describe a method for conducting an assay in a multi-well assay plate using an apparatus comprising a light detection subsystem, a liquid handling subsystem, and a plate handling subsystem. This is particularly well suited for conducting automated sampling, sample preparation, and analysis in a multi-well plate assay format. For example, it may be used for automated analysis of particulates in air and/or liquid samples derived therefrom in environmental monitoring.
US10203285B2 Apparatus, methods, and systems for high-power and narrow-linewidth lasers
A system includes a build-up cavity to locally increase the power of light beams within the build-up cavity, where the light beams interact with samples to sense a substance of interest. The build-up cavity is disposed within a main cavity that includes a gain material to amplify the light beams. A portion of the light beams oscillating in the build-up cavity propagators through the build-up cavity and functions as a feedback to control the linewidth of the light beams. The two cavities can function as two separate “filters” and light beams at wavelengths that propagate through both of these “filters” can be preferentially amplified. The combination of the build-up cavity and the main cavity can achieve high power and narrow linewidth for the light beams without complex electronics, thereby decreasing the size, weight, and power (SWaP) of the system.
US10203280B2 Micro object detection apparatus
A micro object detection apparatus includes an optical system. The first optical system includes a first reflection region, a second reflection region, and a light reception element. The first reflection region has an ellipsoidal shape, and reflects scattered light scattered when irradiation light hits a particle to direct the scattered light to the light reception element, by utilizing two focal point positions of the ellipsoidal shape. The second reflection region reflects scattered light coming from the particle to direct the scattered light to the first reflection region, so that the scattered light is directed to the light reception element by utilizing the ellipsoidal shape of the first reflection region. The light flux diameter of the scattered light reflected by the second reflection region is larger than the particle, at the position of the particle at which the scattered light is generated.
US10203279B1 Optical measuring device, a refractometer and an arrangement for an optical measurement
An optical measuring device including a measuring head, an inner shell including a light transmitter and a light receiver, an outer shell including a measurement orifice in one end and a fastening flange part in another end, the inner shell is arranged at least partially in the outer shell, the measuring head is arranged in the outer shell and attached to the measurement orifice from its first end and to an end of the inner shell from its second end, a gasket is arranged between the measuring head and the measurement orifice, and inside the outer shell is arranged a fluid flow path extending from the gasket towards the fastening flange part, wherein to the outer shell is formed a leak detection port having one end opening into the fluid flow path and another end opening into a side surface of the outer wall in the fastening flange part wherein a fastening flange protrudes between the opening into the side surface and the measurement orifice.
US10203277B2 Automatic analysis device and automatic analysis method
There is provided a technique for automatically determining or predicting a line range specific to a sample that appears in a reaction curve in an automated analyzer for mixing a specimen and a reagent and measuring a change in a mixture of the specimen and the reagent with time. This invention approximates reaction curve data by a function and automatically determines a curve part at an early stage or a second stage of a reaction. The invention determines a line range not including a curve part for each sample and calculates a laboratory test value using absorbance data within the determined line range. This invention also automatically determines a start time of line at the early stage of the reaction on the basis of absorbance data obtained up to a point halfway through the reaction curve, predicts a line range on the basis of the end time of line and a planned end time of line, and calculates a predictive value on the basis of a result of the prediction.
US10203275B2 Method and apparatus for automated whole blood sample analyses from microscopy images
A method and apparatus for identifying one or more target constituents (e.g., white blood cells) within a biological sample is provided. The method includes the steps of: a) adding at least one colorant to the sample; b) disposing the sample into a chamber defined by at least one transparent panel; c) creating at least one image of the sample quiescently residing within the chamber; d) identifying target constituents within the sample image; e) quantitatively analyzing at least some of the identified target constituents within the image relative to one or more predetermined quantitatively determinable features; and f) identifying at least one type of target constituent within the identified target constituents using the quantitatively determinable features.
US10203272B2 MEMS aerosol impactor
Embodiments of the invention include aerosol impactors comprising one or more micromechanical resonators. Impactors according to embodiments of the invention can provide size classification and/or concentration of aerosol particulate. Aerosol impactors can use an air flow device, such as a pump, to create a constant flow of air. Nozzles of varying diameters are used to separate particulate of varying sizes and the particles that pass through strike a measuring device. MEMS resonators can be integrated into arrays to provide mass sensitivity in a small, lightweight and cost effective package, which will effectively allow for the measurement of the mass of every micro/nanoscale particle landing on the surface.
US10203270B2 Micro-fluid measuring apparatus with an actuator and a tuning fork
It is an object of the present invention to provide a measuring apparatus having a reduced size by a substitution of an optical measuring device. A measuring apparatus for measuring micro-fluid or floating particles therein according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a micro-tube containing the micro-fluid; an actuator vibrating the micro-tube; and a tuning fork converting vibration of the micro-tube into an electrical signal.
US10203268B2 Methods for measuring and modeling the process of prestressing concrete during tensioning/detensioning based on electronic distance measurements
Methods are disclosed for nondestructive testing and measuring the structural health of prestressed concrete structures, such as slabs, columns, girders, bridges, towers, elevated storage tanks, silos, cooling towers, wind power generation towers, liquefied gas storage tanks, nuclear power containment buildings, and the like. Measurements are made as the structure undergoes tensioning and detensioning operations. By measuring actual movements of cardinal points on the structure, in an absolute three-dimensional coordinate system, and comparing the measurements to a model—as tension on a tendon is changed—a margin of safety is assured. High accuracy measurements are made by electronic distance measurement (EDM) instruments over hundreds of meters, which yield coordinates of cardinal points with an uncertainty of the order of one part per million. The methods are proposed as possible alternatives to prior failures of post-tensioned concrete, including the Las Lomas Bridge, the Kapiolani Interchange On-Ramp, Turkey Point Unit 3 Nuclear Power Plant, and Crystal River Unit 3 Nuclear Power Plant. An extensive review of the most closely related prior arts is included.
US10203261B2 Fluid measuring device and measuring head device for moisture detection, in particular in containers for fluid-sensitive electrical and/or electronic components in road vehicles
A fluid measuring device includes a measuring head device having a measuring head with separated and electrically insulated electrodes and measuring head contacts each connected to a respective electrode. A measuring circuit includes terminal contacts each connected to a respective measuring head contact. The measuring circuit includes a current source for pulsed energizing of the measuring head connected to the terminal contacts. The measuring circuit includes an output circuit between the terminal contacts including a measuring capacitor and an evaluation circuit ascertaining state-of-charge information regarding the measuring capacitor. A supplementary circuit in the measuring head is connected to the measuring head contacts and establishes basic capacitance and resistance properties therebetween corresponding to capacitance and resistance properties between the measuring head contacts upon contact with predefined partial wetting of the electrodes by conductive fluid having predefined conductivity without the supplementary circuit. A measuring head device is also provided.
US10203260B2 Oil filter-leak pressure-test station
An apparatus and a method are provided for an oil filter-leak pressure-test station. The oil filter-leak pressure-test station comprises an air pump, a pressure gauge, a vent valve, an overflow reservoir, and a manifold configured to receive an oil filter. The oil filter-leak pressure-test station is configured to apply a desired internal air pressure to an oil filter for observing the oil filter assembly for any potential leaks, such as along a seal ring, rolled seam or a nut-end. The oil filter-leak pressure-test station is also configured to be mounted in a vise or similar mechanical attachment for observation to determine the extent or existence of any leak in the oil filter. The oil filter-leak pressure-test station may also be submerged in water using a submersion reservoir, so as to determine the existence and location of any leaks.
US10203259B2 Apparatus for detecting vehicle pitch angle using acceleration sensor and gyro sensor and method therof
The present disclosure includes a vehicle state recognition unit configured to determine states of a vehicle using an acceleration value and an angular velocity value, a stopping state gravity vector calculation unit configured to calculate a stopping state gravity vector value, an accelerating state vehicle acceleration vector calculation unit configured to calculate a vehicle acceleration vector value, a vehicle pitch angle vector calculation unit configured to calculate a vehicle pitch angle vector value, and a vehicle pitch angle calculation unit configured to calculate a vehicle pitch angle using a corresponding vehicle pitch angle vector value.
US10203258B2 Pressure sensor diaphragm with overpressure protection
A pressure sensor includes a base having at least one high-pressure contact portion and a diaphragm positioned over the base and having an external top surface facing away from the base and internal surfaces facing the base. The internal surfaces comprising a raised perimeter surrounding an interior, a raised central boss within the interior, and a raised boss arm contiguous with and extending from the raised perimeter toward the interior. At least one of the raised boss arm and raised central boss are aligned with and contact a high-pressure contact portion of the base during an over-pressure event.
US10203254B2 Strain sensor with thermally conductive element
Embodiments are directed to a strain sensor having a thermally conductive element and methods related to the use thereto. In one aspect, an embodiment includes a substrate. A first strain-sensitive element may be positioned on a first surface of the substrate and a second strain-sensitive element may be positioned on a second surface of the substrate. The embodiment may further include a thermally conductive post positioned within the substrate and extending beyond at least one of the first or second surfaces. The embodiment may further include a thermally conductive plate separated from the substrate and attached to the thermally conductive post.
US10203249B2 Ambient temperature sensing
A device and system are disclosed for sensing ambient temperature. The device includes a housing having an exterior surface and an interior surface, a channel, formed through an opening in the housing from the exterior surface to the interior surface, a conductive element, thermally responsive to ambient air entering the channel, comprising an external surface and an internal surface, and a sensor situated within the housing and thermally coupled to the conductive element, wherein the sensor determines the ambient temperature of the device based at least on a detected temperature of the conductive element.
US10203248B2 Electro-optic terahertz detector
An electro-optic detector for detecting terahertz radiation comprising an electro-optic material through which the terahertz radiation passes; a probe for transmitting probe radiation into the electro-optic material; an optical arrangement for causing the probe radiation to make multiple passes through the electro-optic material and a radiation detector for detecting the probe radiation after the multiple passes are made.
US10203247B2 Systems for providing illumination in optical metrology
A system for providing illumination to a measurement head for optical metrology is configured to combine illumination beams from a plurality of illumination sources to deliver illumination at one or more selected wavelengths to the measurement head. The intensity and/or spatial coherence of illumination delivered to the measurement head is controlled. Illumination at one or more selected wavelengths is delivered from a broadband illumination source configured for providing illumination at a continuous range of wavelengths.
US10203245B2 Ultraviolet-sensitive sheet, method for manufacturing ultraviolet-sensing sheet, and method for sensing ultraviolet
Provided an ultraviolet-sensing sheet that facilitates measurement of ultraviolet irradiance over a wide area, that is suitable in ultraviolet irradiance in a range from 1 to 1,000 mJ/cm2, a method for manufacturing such an ultraviolet-sensing sheet, and a method for sensing ultraviolet. The ultraviolet-sensing sheet has a change in reflection density ΔD1 of 0.2 or more over a range of cumulative illuminance 1 mJ/cm2 or more and less than 10 mJ/cm2, a change in reflection density ΔD2 of 0.2 or more over a range of cumulative illuminance 10 mJ/cm2 or more and less than 100 mJ/cm2, and a change in reflection density ΔD3 of 0.2 or more over a range of cumulative illuminance 100 mJ/cm2 or more and 1,000 mJ/cm2 or less, as measured at a wavelength of 365 nm when the ultraviolet-sensing sheet is irradiated with a high-pressure mercury lamp.
US10203244B2 Light detection device and electronic apparatus
A light detection device includes a semiconductor substrate, a signal detection light receiving portion, and an infrared light receiving portion. First and second color filters cover the signal detection light receiving portion and the infrared light receiving portion, respectively. The first color filter passes therethrough visible light in a first wavelength range as well as infrared light. The second color filter passes therethrough visible light in a second wavelength range as well as infrared light. A third color filter covers the infrared light receiving portion. The third color filter passes therethrough visible light in a third wavelength range different from the second wavelength range as well as infrared light. An infrared cut filter covers the signal detection light receiving portion and has an opening in a region opposite to the infrared light receiving portion.
US10203240B2 Bucket-carrying system applicable to a weighing machine
A bucket-carrying system that comprises a bucket, provided with sliding means; a support, that establishes a frame so that the bucket can rest in a stable support position (A) on said support; and connection means that are prepared to connect the bucket to the support mechanically, but in a detachable way, said connection means being articulated to the support to allow a certain vertical gap between the bucket and the support. This allows the bucket to adopt not only the support position (A) on the adapter, but also other positions, of which at least one is a weighing position (B), in which the bucket is slightly raised with respect to the support, and when initiating the forward movement of the support this movement is transmitted by the connection means to the bucket, making it possible for the bucket to slide, while being supported, by its sliding means, for example on a weighing scale; and another position is the coupling position (C) in which the bucket can be separated from the support.
US10203239B2 Method of controlling air conditioner based on level of condensed water
A method of controlling an air conditioner includes a step of sensing the capacitance of condensed water through a plurality of electrode pads to sense the level of condensed water stored in a condensed water storage part during cooling, a step of sensing an increase in the level of condensed water and calculating an amount of condensed water that is generated per unit time based on the sensed increase in the level of condensed water, a step of comparing the sensed level of the condensed water with a drainage level stored in a memory, and a step of operating a drainage pump based on the sensed level of condensed water or the calculated amount of condensed water that is generated per unit time.
US10203236B2 Metering of granular materials including seeds
Wheat or other granular, flowable material is supplied from a metering hopper at a controlled rate through a limiting aperture at a base of a hopper side wall. A moving surface which has served as a floor of the hopper emerges through the aperture, carrying a covering of material out and toward a material disposal area and is then recirculated into the hopper. The moving surface is a repeatedly used upper surface of a disc or cone that is rotated by a motor. Supply of material is immediately varied by varying the speed of the moving surface.
US10203235B1 Measuring device and methods of using thereof
A device for measuring and dispensing predetermined volumes of dry powdered or dry granular materials, and methods for using the device are disclosed. The device comprises: a rotatable cap, a rotatable measuring cylinder, a rotatable cylindrical fill ring; and a base cylinder, such that the rotatable cap, the rotatable measuring cylinder, the rotatable cylindrical fill ring; and the base cylinder are mechanically or physically attached or joined, while preserving their operational, rotatable, releasable, or stationary functionality. A rotatable leaf partition and a blocker form a measuring volume between them within a predetermined volume from ¼ teaspoon (tsp.), ½ tsp, 1 tsp, or 1 tablespoon (tbsp.). A minimum measuring volume may be formed in a hollow cylindrical measuring compartment by creating a cavity that provides reproducible measurement of the granules or powders within +/−10% by volume.
US10203231B2 Sonde
An apparatus can include a controller; memory accessible to the controller; a bus operatively coupled to the controller; sensor circuitry operatively coupled to the bus where the sensor circuitry generates measurement information representative of an environmental condition; and where the controller determines codes, each of the codes representative of an individual operational state of the apparatus, and where the controller associates, in the memory, at least a portion of the measurement information with at least one of the codes.
US10203228B2 Crash sensor assembly
A sensor assembly specially adapted for use as a crash sensor for motor vehicle applications. The sensor assembly includes a connector housing assembly and a separate sensor element. The sensor element is formed with a pair of spade type terminals. The sensor element is received by a passageway within the housing assembly which further incorporates receiving terminals connected with electrical pigtail wires. The assembly housing incorporates features for secure mounting of the unit to a vehicle or other device, and provide accurate location when needed for directional sensing. The unit provides a snapfit assembly of the sensor element and includes features for preventing improper assembly of the unit and provides a desired mechanical connection between the sensor element and the associated vehicle.
US10203225B2 Rotation detector
A rotation detector includes the following: a rotor and stators comprising a rotor substrate and stator substrates, each of which is a multilayer substrate; a rotor coil provided on the rotor substrate; and detection coils provided on the stator substrates. The frequency of an excitation signal used by said rotation detector is set so as to be higher than a prescribed frequency that would be required if the rotor and the stators were each made of a magnetic material.
US10203223B2 Device for determining the absolute position of a movable body
In a device for determining absolute position of a mobile element in reference to two magneto-sensitive sensors, having a source of a magnetic field fastened to the element, a first sensor signal and a second sensor signal are measured with one magneto-sensitive sensor each. An amplitude ratio of the respective sensor signals and the off-set values about the respective zero point of the sensor signals are determined from the minimum and maximum values of the sensor signals, and from these values, scaled sensor signals are calculated that form a sum signal and a difference signal, which are scaled, with the determination of the minimum and the maximum values occurring by a relative movement of the element over a full range of motion, and an absolute position is calculated via the scaled sum signal and the scaled difference signal.
US10203222B2 Method for manufacturing magnetic encoder
Provided is a method for a magnetic encoder having a magnetic body comprised of a magnetic rubber molded article, comprising a mixing step of mixing and then kneading a nitrile rubber (A), a ferrite magnetic powder (B) and a vulcanizing agent (C) to provide a magnetic rubber composition; and a molding step of molding and vulcanizing the magnetic rubber composition in a mold to which a magnetic field is applied to provide the magnetic rubber molded article, wherein a content of the ferrite magnetic powder (B) is 700 to 1500 parts by mass based on 100 parts by mass of the nitrile rubber (A); and a compressed density of the ferrite magnetic powder (B) is 3.5 g/cm3 or more. According to this method, a magnetic encoder having a magnetic body with high coercivity and residual magnetic flux density can be produced by vulcanizing a magnetic rubber composition having favorable moldability.
US10203221B2 Sensor having moisture protection
A method for detecting a phase angle difference between a first periodic measurement signal and a second periodic measurement signal, wherein, for the purpose of determining a torque applied to a shaft, the two periodic measurement signals describe a rotation of the shaft at an axial distance from one another including superimposing a periodic auxiliary signal which simulates a previously known rotational speed for the shaft on the first periodic measurement signal in order to form a superimposition signal, and determining the phase angle difference on the basis of the superimposition signal and the second measurement signal.
US10203220B2 Recreational vehicle interactive telemetry, mapping, and trip planning system
An interactive system for use in connection with recreational vehicle usage includes a server system, including an off-road trail database containing trail data, trail condition information, and points-of-interest information, as well as a trip mapping system accessible by any of a plurality of riders, allowing a rider to create a route based on the data in the off-road trip database. The server system further includes a trail maintenance interface accessible by users affiliated with an authorized group to edit the trail data, trail condition information, and points-of-interest information associated with the authorized group. The server system includes a location data management system configured to receive location data, allowing a rider to publish location information to one or more other riders, and a user feedback interface configured to receive trip data from riders for publication, including information describing an actual route and user data associated with that route.
US10203216B2 Duration-based customized media program
Systems, devices, apparatuses, components, methods, and techniques for building customized media programs for a specified duration are provided. An example media-playback device for generating customized media programs for a route to a specified duration includes a user preferences engine to determine a user's listening preferences, a duration engine to determine a duration of the route, and a duration-based media program engine for building a playlist of news and entertainment media content based on the duration of the route and the preferences of the user.
US10203210B1 Systems and methods for road scene change detection using semantic segmentation
System, methods, and other embodiments described herein relate to identifying changes to a location. In one embodiment, a method includes, in response to receiving current sensor data about the location, extracting a semantic feature distribution from the current sensor data according to a semantic-change model that identifies sensed integral features and sensed transient features from the current sensor data. The method includes identifying a scene change to the location by determining whether the sensed integral features differ from learned integral features of a normal distribution that indicates both learned integral features and learned transient features of the location. The method includes updating a map of the location in response to identifying that one or more of the sensed integral features differ from the learned integral features of the normal distribution. The method includes controlling one or more vehicle systems of the vehicle according to the map.
US10203203B2 Orientation detection device, orientation detection method and program storage medium
In the preset invention, in an initial stationary state of a drumstick section, a CPU stores acceleration that occurs due to gravity and is obtained by an acceleration sensor in a RAM, obtains, at every predetermined timing, acceleration that occurs due to a motion provided to the drumstick section and is obtained by the acceleration sensor at a predetermined timing, accumulates the accelerations each obtained at the predetermined timing for each predetermined interval, and conforms the accelerations obtained by accumulation to the acceleration stored in the RAM.
US10203201B2 Measurement device
An on-machine measurement device comprises: a moving mechanism that makes scanning irradiation with a laser beam by moving a cutting target as a measurement target relative to a laser source; a half mirror that causes the beam from the laser source to enter the cutting target vertically; a lens that focuses the beam scattered, diffracted, and reflected on the cutting target; a projection plane for a focal image of the beam having passed through the lens; a light-receiving element array that converts an optical signal at the projection plane to an electrical signal and outputs an analog signal; and a calculator that stores received beam information in chronological order acquired by the light-receiving element array, converts the received beam information stored in chronological order to space information to generate an optical diffraction image, and acquires a beam intensity distribution based on the generated optical diffraction image.
US10203199B2 Strain monitoring of MRAM arrays
A method is presented for determining strain in a magnetoresistive random access memory (MRAM) structure. The method includes exposing long lines of the MRAM structure to monochromatic light to produce a diffraction pattern, measuring changes in interference fringe spacing in the diffraction pattern, determining the changes in the local strain in the MRAM structure from the measured changes in the interference fringe spacing, and assessing a performance of the MRAM structure from values of the changes in the local strain.
US10203197B2 Range measurement apparatus and range measurement method
A region projected with pattern light in an image sensed by an image sensing unit which senses an image of a target object projected with pattern light is specified. Geometric features of the target object are searched for from a region other than the region projected with the pattern light in the sensed image based on the specified region. A position and orientation of the target object are derived based on the searched geometric features of the target object and geometric features of a model of the target object.
US10203194B2 Method and device for measuring the thickness of a coating layer on a running strip
A method and device for measuring the thickness of a coating material layer of a running strip according to which, by means of an eddy current sensor for at least one area of the strip, a quantity is measured, representative of the thickness of the coating layer and the thickness of the coating layer is determined from the measured quantity and from at least one calibration value. The measurement made with an eddy current sensor comprises the measurement of the complex impedance of a coil facing the running strip for a low excitation frequency and a high excitation frequency and the elaboration of a quantity representative of the thickness of the coating layer from said complex impedance measurements. A device for applying the method and a coating installation equipped with the device.
US10203193B2 Apparatus and methods to find a position in an underground formation
Various embodiments include apparatus and methods related to finding a position in an underground formation. Apparatus and methods can include receiving signals from a receiver in an underground formation in response to signals generated from transmitting sources, each of the transmitting sources located at a known position; and processing the received signals, based on the signals generated from the transmitting sources, to determine the position of the receiver. A number of techniques can be applied to processing the received signal. Additional apparatus, systems, and methods are disclosed.
US10203192B2 CMM with object location logic
A method and apparatus for measuring an object using a coordinate measuring machine locates the object using logic associated with the coordinate measurement machine. In response to locating the object, a controller directs a measuring device of the coordinate measuring machine to measure the object.
US10203191B2 Control ring
A control ring and a method of using a control ring on fasteners can be used to verify a headed fastener having a band coating a fastener shaft. The ring comprises a cylindrical tubular body extending along an axis of revolution (B) and two opposite extremities. A first extremity includes two adjacent arc segments, each arc segment having an end wall extending in a plane perpendicular to the axis of revolution (B) of the ring, the planes of the two walls not being one and the same and axially offset from the first extremity. Each arc segment comprises at least one side wall extending over a radial plane going through the axis of revolution (B) of the ring. The width of an arc segment allows verifying a minimum band width, and the width of the two arc segments allows verifying a maximum band width on the fastener.
US10203190B2 Measuring device
A measuring device which reduces reading errors caused by parallax. The measuring device has a gauge head abutting against an object to be measured, and includes a pointer-type display part which displays displacement of the gauge head obtained by being enlarged by an enlarging mechanism and being converted into a rotation amount of a pointer. The measuring device further includes a transparent cover plate provided so as to cover the pointer-type display part, and the cover plate has an antireflection film on the surface. The cover plate further has an antifouling film on the antireflection film. The cover plate has a flat surface.
US10203188B1 Rotational control actuation system
A projectile incorporates one or more spoiler-tabbed spinning disks to effect flow around the projectile and thus impart steering forces and/or moments. The spoiler tabs may be deployed only during steering phases of travel thus minimizing the drag penalty associated with steering systems. The disks are driven by motors and informed and controlled by sensors and electronic control systems. The spoiler tabs protrude through the surface of the projectile only for certain angles of spin of the spinning disk. For spin-stabilized projectiles, the disks spin at substantially the same rate as the projectile, but the disks may function in fin-stabilized projectiles as well. Any number of such spinning flow effector disks may be incorporated in a projectile, with the manner of functional coordination differing slightly for even and odd numbers of disks.
US10203187B1 Archery nock system
An archery nock system includes a bushing and a nock assembly. A hollow interior of the bushing can define a first inner diameter region, a reduced inner diameter region, a sloped inner diameter region and an expanded inner diameter region. A diameter of the reduced inner diameter region is smaller than that of the first inner diameter region. The diameter of the reduced inner diameter region is smaller than that of the expanded inner diameter region. The first inner diameter region is located longitudinally between the reduced inner diameter region and the proximal end of the bushing. The expanded inner diameter region is located longitudinally between the reduced inner diameter region and the distal end of the bushing. The sloped inner diameter region spans longitudinally between the reduced inner diameter region and the expanded inner diameter region. An LED turn ON force can be greater than the turn OFF force.
US10203183B2 Multispectral camouflage material
A fabric (30) includes a first flexible fabric layer (32), having fabric emissivity properties in a visible radiation range that are selected so as to mimic ambient emissivity properties of a deployment environment of the fabric, and at least one second flexible fabric layer (34), which is joined to the first flexible fabric layer, and which is configured to scatter long-wave radiation that is incident on the fabric. The first and second flexible fabric layers are perforated by a non-uniform pattern of perforations (44) extending over at least a part of the fabric.
US10203180B2 Missile canister gated obturator
Apparatus and methods relating to a missile canister that utilizes a variable obturator assembly. The variable obturator assembly can include a plurality of gates that adjust based upon canister pressure at a base plate. In a maximum pressure situation experienced during successful missile egress from the canister, one or more of the gates can open in response to canister flyout pressure so as to increase flow area through the base plate, thereby reducing canister pressure. In a restrained firing scenario, the plurality of gates remain closed thereby preventing missile exhaust gases from flow up past the base plate which could lead to heating of a rocket motor and warhead. The variable obturator assembly can have multiple individual gates that are mounted to the base plate with a hinge assembly, with the gates held in a closed position against the base plate with a spring assembly.
US10203179B2 Motorized weapon gyroscopic stabilizer
A motorized weapon gyroscopic stabilizer which creates a stabilizing effect for single shot, semi-automatic, and fully automatic weapons. The rotating mass that generates the gyroscopic stabilizing effect can be the rotor of the motor. The motor is designed to allow the mass to rotate around the open core of the motorized weapon gyroscopic stabilizer. Because of its open core design the motorized weapon gyroscopic stabilizer allows the fired projectile to pass through it, or be mounted in line with the sighting mechanism allowing the target alignment-line of sight to pass through the motorized weapon gyroscopic stabilizer, or both.
US10203178B2 Firearm chassis with integrated rail system
A chassis for a firearm includes sidewalls, a forearm, and a first rail portion. The sidewalls define a trigger well and a magazine well therebetween. The sidewalls also define a proximal portion of a channel. The forearm is monolithically formed with the chassis and extends distally from the magazine well. The forearm defines a distal portion of the channel which is configured to receive a barrel of a firearm. The first rail portion extends from the forearm adjacent the channel on a first side of the chassis. The first rail portion defines part of a rail system that is configured to securely mount an accessory directly to the chassis.
US10203167B2 Matching network cooling block
A cooling block and method therefor are provided. The cooling block defines a plurality of straight channels, the straight channels including an inlet channel, a diagonal channel, a transverse channel, and an outlet channel, the straight channels being serially communicative to provide a continuous path for coolant flow, wherein the diagonal channel meets the transverse channel at an acute angle at a diagonal and transverse channel junction.
US10203165B2 Device and method for storing thermal energy
A device to store energy includes a phase change material (PCM), with a phase change temperature Tc, contained in a sealed container and constituting a storage core. A source to exchange heat with the PCM, at a temperature TA, to cause a phase change of the PCM. A recuperator to exchange heat with the PCM, at a temperature TB, to cause a phase change of the PCM in the opposite direction to the phase change produced by the source. A controller to control the heat flows between the PCM, the source and the recuperator. An apertured support in contact with the PCM in the sealed container and in thermal contact with the source and the recuperator.
US10203163B2 Cooling system and electronic device
The purpose of the present invention is to more efficiently cool exhaust heat, of an apparatus or the like that emits heat, by preventing a situation where a gas-phase medium is cooled and turns into a liquid-phase medium and thereby transfer of the gas-phase medium is hindered. For this purpose, a cooling system includes a heat receiving means for receiving a gas heated by heat emitted by an electronic apparatus and changing a liquid-phase heat medium into a gas-phase heat medium. a heat radiation means for cooling the gas-phase heat medium so as to be changed into the liquid-phase heat medium. a first transfer means for transferring the gas-phase heat medium from the heat receiving means to the heat radiation means. and a second transfer means for transferring the liquid-phase heat medium from the heat radiation means to the heat receiving means. wherein at least part of the first transfer means is heated by the heat emitted by the electronic apparatus.
US10203159B2 Heat exchanger with integral bleed air ejector
A heat exchanger assembly includes a plurality of first and second fluid passages defined by a pair of opposing first fluid passage walls and a plurality of first fluid diverters disposed between the first fluid passages walls. The second fluid passages are defined by a pair of opposing second fluid passage walls and a plurality of second fluid diverters disposed between the second fluid passage walls. An ejector is integrated into the heat exchanger assembly. The ejector includes: an integral ejector passage, wherein the integral ejector passage is a first fluid passage; a primary inlet configured to receive a hot fluid; an outlet nozzle configured to eject the hot fluid; a secondary inlet configured to receive a cold fluid, wherein the secondary inlet is in fluid communication with a second fluid passage; and a mixing section in fluid communication with the outlet nozzle and the secondary inlet.
US10203157B2 Airflow in autoclaves
A method and system are presented. The system comprises a plurality of baffles positioned to split an airflow from a door of an autoclave into a counter-rotating flow pattern.
US10203155B2 Method and device for condensing a first fluid rich in carbon dioxide using a second fluid
The present invention relates to a process and device for condensing a first fluid rich in carbon dioxide using a second fluid.
US10203154B1 Lighting assembly and cooler system
A cooler has a rear, front, side walls, a bottom wall. The upper edges of the front, rear, and side walls form an upper periphery. A chamber is formed Between the front, rear, side, and bottom walls. A peripheral lighting assembly has an inverted U-shaped housing located above the upper periphery forming a passageway. A plurality of light emitting diodes have connecting wires. Each Light emitting diode has an inner section, an outer section, and a central section. The inner section of each light emitting diode is located within the passageway. A lid has an upper surface. The lid has a lower surface with a lower periphery. A hinge pivotally couples the lid to the cooler allowing movement between raised and lowered orientations. The lid is of a size and shape to rest in contact with the peripheral lighting assembly.
US10203152B2 Refrigerator
A refrigerator of the present invention comprises: a cabinet that includes a storage compartment having an opening formed on the front side thereof; a door rotatably connected to the cabinet to open and close the opening; a drawer disposed within the storage compartment to accommodate stored goods therein; a drawer guide that supports the drawer and guides the drawer in order to enable the drawer to move forward and rearward; an extraction mechanism that includes a base part that is disposed below the drawer and moves forward while the door is opened and rearward while the door is closed, a rear frame that extends from the base part toward the rear side of the drawer and pushes the drawer forward when the base part moves forward, and an arm that extends forward from the rear frame and is disposed between the drawer and a side of the storage compartment; and an arm guide disposed between the side of the storage compartment and the drawer to guide the arm in order to enable the arm to move forward and rearward.
US10203149B2 Freezer and hinge for same
The present application relates to a freezer and a hinge for the same. The hinge comprises a base, in which a left side of the base is provided with a first flange portion, a right side of the base is provided with a second flange portion opposite to the first flange portion, and the first flange portion and the second flange portion is provided with sliding grooves opposite to each other; a connecting seat; a first pivot shaft; a second pivot shaft parallel to the first pivot shaft, in which both ends of the second pivot shaft may slide in the corresponding sliding grooves respectively; a guide rod; a supporting seat; a positioning part; a spring sheath fitted over the guide rod and movable between the positioning part and the supporting seat; and a spring fitted over the spring sheath.
US10203148B2 Refrigerator
Provided is a refrigerator having only a second door opened/closed or having both of a first door and a second door opened/closed using one handing by allowing a latch device to fix the second door to the first door or release the second door from being fixed to the first door. The refrigerator includes a main body having a storage compartment, a first door that is rotatably disposed in front of the main body and has an opening formed therein, a second door that is rotatably disposed in front of the first door to open/close the opening, a handle coupled to a front side of the second door to open/close the first door and the second door, and a latch device allowing the second door to be fixed and released to/from the first door.
US10203147B2 Refrigeration device having automatic defrosting and method for operating a refrigeration device of this type
The invention relates to a refrigeration device, in particular a domestic refrigeration device, comprising a refrigerant circuit. The refrigerant circuit has a compressor, an evaporator, and a shut-off valve between an outlet of the compressor and an inlet of the evaporator. The refrigeration device also comprises a heater for defrosting the evaporator and a control unit that is designed to prepare for defrosting of the evaporator by operating the compressor with the shut-off valve closed.
US10203143B2 Wrinkle free geometric opening in a vacuum insulated panel
At least one puck is used to manufacture a vacuum insulated panel with a shaped opening. A pair of barrier films are positioned about an insulated core having a shaped opening such as a through bore, cutout, or relief. The puck includes a protrusion having a shape similar to that of the opening of the insulated core. With the barrier films positioned about the insulated core, the pucks are inserted into the opening from opposite sides of the insulated core to thereby compress the barrier films between the shaped protrusions of the pucks to thereby prevent wrinkles and/or creases in the barrier films. The insulated core is then subjected to a vacuum to evacuate the insulated core of any gases and the barrier films are heat sealed to maintain the insulated core in the evacuated state. Excess barrier film is then removed to provide a wrinkle and/or crease free seal.
US10203141B1 Multi-stage compressor with variable speed drive and method of use
A control system for a multi-stage compressor. The control system includes an AC line voltage source, a variable-voltage variable-frequency drive, and a processor. The AC line voltage source is configured to operate the multi-stage compressor. The variable-voltage variable-frequency drive is coupled to the AC line voltage source and is configured to operate the multi-stage compressor at a variable speed. The processor is coupled to the AC line voltage source and the variable-voltage variable-frequency drive, and is configured to alternatively coupled the AC line voltage source and the variable-voltage variable-frequency drive to the multi-stage compressor to operate the multi-stage compressor. The processor is further configured to transmit a capacity control signal to the multi-stage compressor. The capacity control signal is instructive to operate the multi-stage compressor in one of a high-capacity setting and a low-capacity setting.
US10203135B2 Regenerative refrigerator
A disclosed regenerative refrigerator including a regenerator filled with a regenerative material for accumulating cooling of a refrigerant gas, wherein the regenerator is divided into a central region and a peripheral region on a cross-sectional face of the regenerator, and a specific heat of the central region is larger than a specific heat of the peripheral region.
US10203130B2 Universal air conditioning support bracket
An air-conditioner support bracket does not require any drilling into the home and has a higher weight rating of 150 lb. The support bracket is configurable to accommodate a wide range of window Air Conditioning unit shapes and sizes, is adaptable to a variety of opening widths, and may be tilted to support the air conditioning unit in a horizontal position.
US10203129B2 Air diffuser outlet system
An air diffuser having a single air inlet has air outlets straddling a wall of a structure to distribute air to two or more rooms of the structure. The air diffuser includes an adjustable baffle that selectively directs air toward the first and second rooms. The air diffuser includes an acoustic dampener that prevents sound from moving through the air diffuser from one room to the next.
US10203126B2 Rotation detection for ring-shaped user input member of smart-home device
According to one embodiment, a thermostat includes a main body, a rotatable input component that is rotatably coupled with the main body, and a rotation detection system that is configured to sense user rotation of the rotatable input component. The rotatable input component is configured to be rotated by a user to enable the user to provide input to the thermostat. The rotation detection system includes a magnetic component that is positioned on an inner surface of the rotatable input component and that is magnetized so as to have a plurality of alternating north and south magnetic regions. The rotation detection system also includes a sensor that is positioned adjacent the magnetic component. The sensor is configured to detect polarity changes as the rotatable input component and magnetic component are rotated relative to the sensor.
US10203123B2 Humidification and air cleaning apparatus
Provided is a humidification and air cleaning apparatus. The humidification and air cleaning apparatus includes an intake flow passage suctioning external air, a discharge flow passage discharging internal air, a blower unit flowing air flowing to the intake flow passage to the discharge flow passage, a discharge humidification medium disposed on the discharge flow passage to additionally humidify flowing air, a water tank humidification medium disposed between the blower unit and the discharge humidification medium to humidify flowing air, and a watering unit spraying water between the water tank humidification medium and the discharge humidification medium.
US10203121B2 Air conditioner and method for controlling the same
An air conditioner (AC) indoor unit includes a housing having an inlet and an outlet; a heat exchanger arranged inside the housing; a blower fan for sucking in air at the inlet to be subject to heat exchange with the heat exchanger, and discharging the heat-exchanged air out of the outlet; and an air flow control device for controlling an air flow discharged from the outlet by sucking in air around the outlet. The AC indoor unit may control the direction of a discharged air flow without a conventional blade structure, thereby increasing an amount of discharged air, reducing circulation noise, and enabling design differentiation.
US10203115B2 Gas turbine engine variable porosity combustor liner
A gas turbine engine variable porosity combustor liner has a laminated alloy structure. The laminated alloy structure has combustion chamber facing holes on one side and cooling plenum facing holes on a radially opposite side. The combustion chamber facing holes are in fluid communication with the cooling plenum facing holes via axially and circumferentially extending flow passages sandwiched between metal alloy sheets of the laminated alloy structure. Porous zones having respective different cooling flow amounts are formed in the laminated alloy structure based on at least one of an arrangement of the combustion chamber facing holes, an arrangement of the cooling plenum facing holes, and an arrangement of the flow passages.
US10203113B2 Automatic candle snuffer
Provided is an automatic candle snuffer. The snuffer includes a holder having a penetrating part to be seated on a top opening of a candle housing according to an outer circumference size of the candle housing, a cover coupled via a hinged coupling part to limit the supply of oxygen by closing the penetrating part of the holder, and a rotary lid rotatably coupled to an upper end of the cover. The automatic candle snuffer is capable of automatically extinguishing a candle when a predetermined time has passed after the candle is lit.
US10203112B2 Oxy boiler power plant oxygen feed system heat integration
A coal fired oxy boiler power plant is disclosed in which a steam coil oxygen preheater located on an oxygen line Air Separation Unit is thermally integrated with the condensate system. Thermal energy for the steam coil oxygen preheater is provided via an extraction line connected to a steam extraction port of an intermediate pressure steam turbine. A drain line of the steam coil oxygen preheater fluidly connects the steam coil oxygen preheater to a point of the Rankine steam cycle fluidly within the condensate system.
US10203109B2 Systems and methods for agitating fuel within a heat exchanger
A burn box includes a font, a rear, a first and a second side, a lower, and an upper interior surface, as well as a first push member, a first coupler, and a first torque member. The first push member includes a first end, a second end, and a first coupler portion. The first coupler pivotally couples the first coupler portion to the first interior surface. The second end is vertically intermediate the first end and the lower interior surface. The first torque member provides a first torque to the first push member. When the first torque is provided to the first push member, the first push member rotates about a first rotational axis. The first rotational axis is through the first coupler portion of the first push member. The first rotational axis is parallel to the longitudinal axis. The second end rotates toward the second side interior surface.
US10203104B2 LED lamp
The present invention provides an LED lamp comprising a lamp housing, a lamp cover and a light source plate, the lamp cover is located at one end of the lamp housing, and the other end of the lamp housing is provided with an opening, the light source plate comprises an insulating plate and lamp beads provided on the insulating plate. The insulating plate is connected with the lamp housing, and the insulating plate encloses the opening; the original aluminum plate is replaced by the insulating plate, while the insulating plate is directly connected with the lamp housing, the heat produced by the lamp beads is directly dissipated through the insulating plate and the lamp housing.
US10203103B2 LED luminaire having enhanced thermal management
In one aspect, luminaires are described herein enabling independent thermal management of driver and LED assemblies. For example, a luminaire comprises a driver assembly vertically integrated with a LED assembly, the driver assembly comprising a driver heatsink having an interior in which a circuit board assembly is positioned, and the LED assembly comprising an array of LEDs and LED heatsink, wherein a barrier is positioned between the driver heatsink and the LED heatsink, separating convective cooling of the driver assembly from convective cooling of the LED assembly.
US10203099B1 Shade for a headlamp
A shade for removable attachment to a headlamp assembly having a headlamp connected to a head-strap where the shade is formed from first and second flexible, translucent wall panels which may lay flat against each other when not in use. The shade includes notches formed in each wall panel to which the segments of the head-strap located on either side of the headlamp may be removably connected. The headlamp assembly and shade when connected together may be suspended from a fixed point or placed upon a flat surface thereby creating a hands-free lantern.
US10203095B2 Helmet with hidden light sources and method for manufacturing same
A method for manufacturing a helmet with hidden light sources includes: fixing a helmet housing with at least one light transmitting portion to a base mold; providing a light source protector and a light source belt, and fixing the light source protector to the light source belt, wherein the light source belt comprises a circuit board and a plurality of light sources mounted on, wherein the light source protector comprises a plurality of accommodating holes corresponding to the light sources one by one, and the light sources each are received in a corresponding accommodating hole and enclosed by the light source protector and the circuit board; aligning the light sources to the light transmitting portion and fixing the light source protector to an inner surface of the helmet housing; and injecting a buffer material into the base mold to form a base.
US10203094B2 Light emitting device and image surveillance apparatus thereof
A light emitting device includes a casing, a lighting module, and a lens module. The lighting module is disposed in the casing for providing light and includes first and second light sources. The lens module faces the lighting module and includes a first lens aligned with the first light source, a second lens aligned with the second light source, a sliding frame, and a driving motor. The sliding frame is fixed to the first lens and has a thread portion. The driving motor has a screw rod for engaging with the thread portion, to make the sliding frame movable along the screw rod. The driving motor rotates the screw rod to make the thread portion drive the first and second lenses close to or away from the first and second light sources. Accordingly, the present invention reduces the manufacturing cost of the light emitting device and simplifies its mechanical design.
US10203091B2 Motor vehicle lighting system and motor vehicle
A motor vehicle lighting system including: a lighting device capable of emitting a light beam, a projection device having a projection lens, and an array of micro-mirrors having micro-mirrors mounted in a pivoting manner about a pivot axis. Each micro-mirror is capable of pivoting to the maximum by an angle, referred to as the maximum pivoting angle. The light beam emitted by the lighting device exhibits an angle at the upper vertex greater than the maximum pivoting angle and wherein the at least one projection lens viewed in a frontal section has the form of a rectangle having a longitudinal side extending in a direction that is substantially parallel to the pivot axis of the micro-mirrors.
US10203090B1 Retractable rotatable LED lamp
An LED lamp includes a lamp holder; a lamp body; and a retractable rotatable mechanism having a gear seat arranged on the lamp body. A central hole of the gear seat has a gear. Two sides of the central hole are symmetrically provided with deep holes. Each deep hole has a first elastic body. One end of the first elastic body contacts the bottom of the deep hole, the other end of the first elastic body contacts a latch engaged with the gear. One end of a retractable rod is connected to the gear, and the other end of the retractable rod is hinged to a threaded rod. The threaded rod is arranged on a fixing box. A first convex column and a second convex column extend out from two sides of the fixing box. A second elastic body is arranged between the first convex column and the second convex column.
US10203086B2 Optical lens, light emitting module, and light unit including the same
An optical lens is provided. The optical lens may include a bottom surface, a concave recess provided in a center region of the bottom surface, a first light exit surface having a convexly curved surface on a side opposite to the bottom surface and the recess, and a second light exit surface between the bottom surface and the first light exit surface. A length in a first axis direction on the bottom surface is D1, and a length in a second axis direction perpendicular to the first axis direction is D2, a length in the first axis direction on the bottom of the recess is D3, and a length in the second axis direction on the bottom of the recess is D4, where a length of the bottom surface may have a relationship of D1D4.
US10203084B1 Illumination feature for electronic devices
The present disclosure provides an illumination feature for an electronic device. A light cone is used to direct light from a light emitter to an interior surface of a housing of an electronic device in one of a variety of geometric, alphabetic, or numerical designs.
US10203083B2 Lamp shade
A lamp shade, comprising a multi-axis carrier; a plurality of support bars being pivotally connected to the multi-axis carrier to be pivotable between an open-up position and a folded position, the pivot axes of the plurality of support bars being parallel to each other or coaxial; and a cloth member mounted on the plurality of support bars, having an opening portion whose two corresponding sides being provided with two fastening elements; wherein when the support bars pivotally rotated to radially distribute is in the open-up position, the fastening elements is in the connected position, so as to the cloth member be extended to form a lampshade by a plurality of support bars, and by separating the fastening elements the plurality of support bars reversely pivot to be close to each other in the folded position so as to the cloth member co-pivot and fold.
US10203081B2 Lighting device and headlight for vehicle
A small and thin lighting device with high efficiency and good design and a headlight for a vehicle. A lighting device includes a first lens taking light generated by a light emitting device and emitting the light, and a second lens taking an emitted light from the first lens and emitting the light, in which the second lens is an anamorphic lens in which curvatures are different in a vertical direction and a right and left direction and a center of a lens surface in the vertical direction of the second lens is positioned in an upper direction with respect to an optical axis of the first lens. A headlight for a vehicle including the plural lighting devices is forming a low beam light distribution by superimposing lights from respective lighting devices for irradiation of the center, right and left in a horizontal direction respectively.
US10203078B2 Daylighting structure
When daylighting into a building interior, this daylighting structure attenuates the brightness of a setting sun or a winter-time incoming light of small elevation angles, and causes the incoming light to be diffusely emitted toward the ceiling surface or into a deep portion of the indoor space domain regardless of the elevation angle thereof. An incoming light (E20) of 20° in elevation angle is caused to be diffusely emitted toward the ceiling surface on the internal upper side of the building through the refraction and reflection actions mediated by a light-transmitting material mounted in a horizontal direction opening of a wall. The light-transmitting material comprises: an outdoor region curved surface wherethrough the incoming light is refracted and let into the interior of the light-transmitting material in a focused form; a lower side reflection surface internally reflecting the refracted incoming light; and an indoor region curved surface wherefrom the internally reflected light is refracted and emitted toward the ceiling surface in a diffused form. Also disclosed are the installation wherein the light-transmitting material is inclined from the illustrated horizontal state, and the installation of a plurality of the light-transmitting materials, each in upper and lower directions and left and right directions.
US10203077B1 Prefabricated cove
First and second ribs are attached to a wall mounting bracket, each rib extending from the wall mounting bracket and then turning upwardly to form respective end tips. A front piece is shaped to pivotally mount to the wall mounting bracket and then rotate into a position where it snaps on to the end tips of the ribs to form a cove. Molded corner piece and sectional joiner components are also provided.
US10203070B2 Light bar and display device
A light bar for use as a light source of a backlight module in a liquid crystal display, comprising a circuit board (1) and LEDs (2) arranged on the circuit board (1), wherein a light compensation unit (5) is arranged between the LEDs (2) on the circuit board (1).
US10203067B2 Automatic thermal decoupling of a cold head
A cryostat has a cooling arm with a first thermal contact surface which can be brought into thermal contact with a second thermal contact surface on an object to be cooled. A hollow volume (2) between the inner side of the neck tube, the cooling arm, and the object is filled with gas and the cooling arm is pressurized by the inner pressure of the gas and also by atmospheric pressure. A contact device brings the first and the second contact surfaces into thermal contact below a threshold gas pressure and moves them away from each other when the threshold pressure has been exceeded such that a gap (13) filled with gas thermally separates the first and second contact surfaces. Operationally safe and fully automatic reduction of the thermal load acting on the object to be cooled is thereby obtained in case the cooling machine fails.
US10203064B2 Locking release mechanism for an articulated support arm
Various embodiments concern locking release mechanisms that allow an articulated support arm to be moved between various vertical orientations. A locking release mechanism may include a handle release mechanism positioned within the handle of the articulated support arm, and a gas spring release mechanism positioned within the body of the articulated support arm. The articulated support arm can include a gas spring that remains locked until the handle release mechanism is activated, e.g. by applying pressure to a grip actuator. Other embodiments concern cable management techniques for articulated support arms. Oftentimes, an articulated support arm will include cables routed through the arm that are configured to support an attachment. For example, the cable(s) may be adapted for audio signals, video signals, power, etc. The cable(s) can be readily cleaned and/or serviced when routed through an articulated support arm composed of one or more removable pieces.
US10203063B2 Internal anticorrosive and abrasive resistant protection coating for steel pipes
The present invention relates to an inner anticorrosive and abrasive resistant coating (10) for steel pipes (1) used for the transport of fluids. The coating includes: a layer of epoxy resin (2) having free hydroxyl groups, which are applied directly to the inside 1a of the steel pipe (1); a layer of thermoplastic adhesive (3) applied directly onto the layer of epoxy resin; and a layer polyethylene (4), which is applied directly onto the layer of thermoplastic adhesive.
US10203061B2 Fluid regulator with field convertible slam-shut device
Installing a fluid regulator in a fluid distribution system by: determining the position and orientation of the fluid regulator in the fluid distribution system; determining if a first opening and/or a second opening in the body of the regulator, are accessible with the fluid regulator in the determined position and orientation; installing the slam-shut device in the first opening, if accessible, and securing a plate over the second opening; and installing the fluid regulator in the fluid distribution system. The first and second openings are dimensioned such that the slam-shut device can be secured at least partially within the first opening in a first configuration and can be secured at least partially within the second opening in a second configuration.
US10203060B2 After the mass-spring principle operating vibration absorber
A vibration damper (1) operating in accordance with the mass-spring principle, which is provided for fitting on an injection line pipe, includes a main body (2) which comprises an elastomeric vibration-damping material and has an inside hollow space (3) which passes therethrough in the longitudinal direction and which in the fitted condition surrounds the injection line pipe, the longitudinal axis (4) of the inside hollow space (3) coinciding with the longitudinal axis of the pipe, and is characterized in that it has a mass distribution eccentric with respect to its longitudinal axis (4) and can be non-rotatably fitted on the injection line pipe.
US10203056B2 High-pressure tolerant integrated leakage-proof sleeve compensator
The present invention relates to a high-pressure-resistant integrated leakage-free rotating compensator, comprising an inner pipe, an outer sleeve, a connecting pipe and a filler flange. The outer sleeve is arranged on the inner pipe in a sleeved mode. One end of the inner pipe is inserted into the connecting pipe through the outer sleeve. The filler flange is arranged on the inner pipe in a sleeved mode. One end of the filler flange extends into the outer sleeve. An annular inner boss is arranged on the inner surface of the outer sleeve. The portion between the annular inner boss and the end, extending into the outer sleeve, of the filler flange is arranged on gland packing. The outer sleeve and the connecting pipe are of an integrally-formed integrated structure. An anti-impact plate is arranged between the gland packing and the annular inner boss.
US10203055B2 Connecting device for tubes and guide ring with forced circulation in potential retention areas
A connection device comprising a body defining a channel having at least one tube end reception segment. Centering means for centering the tube end are arranged in a zone extending between the outer surface of the tube, a facing surface of the segment, and the sealing element. The centering means include positioning elements that are arranged to co-operate with a surface of the segment and with an outer surface of the tube and to define at least one sweeping duct for sweeping the zone, the duct having at least one inlet in the vicinity of which there extends at least one deflector arranged to insert, into the sweeping duct, fluid diverted from the flow traveling through the device, and at least one outlet for returning the fluid that has passed through the sweeping duct back to the flow.
US10203051B2 “Flexible-rigid” air pipe
A pipe for forming air flow pipelines in a structure that includes a flexible tube made from composite material, the tube having, on the length of same, sections for which the wall of the tube is stiffened by means of structural elements made from a rigid composite material incorporated into the wall of the tube. The structural elements are configured and arranged at the surface of the tube in such a way as to form a lattice framework surrounding the wall of the tube. The pipe further includes electrical conductors, disposed longitudinally on the wall of the pipe, the electrical conductors having a straight path at the stiffened sections of the pipe and a meandering path at certain of the non-stiffened sections of the pipe, the meandering allowing the conductor to tolerate the possible twisting of the pipe when it is installed in the structure.
US10203042B2 Self-contained actuated safety valve for gaseous or liquid fuel lines and the like
A method for turning off fluid flow through a valve. The method includes: movably disposing a member in an interior of a housing between a first position in which an inlet and an outlet are in fluid communication with each other and a second position blocking the fluid flow; restraining the member in the first position when a fluid temperature in the interior or an ambient temperature outside the housing is below a threshold temperature; and releasing the restraint such that the member is capable of moving to the second position when the fluid temperature or the ambient temperature is above the threshold temperature; wherein the releasing comprises changing the shape of an actuator from a first shape restraining the member to a second shape releasing the restraint upon a change in the fluid temperature or the ambient temperature from below the threshold temperature to above the threshold temperature.
US10203040B2 Hydrant valve with internal shut-off valve
A hydrant valve with an internal automatic shut-off valve. The internal valve blocks communication between a piston chamber and a hydrant chamber when in a closed position. An upper valve opens the internal valve against its biasing force permitting the flow of fluid between the hydrant chamber and the piston chamber. The internal valve closes in response to a disconnection of the upper valve.
US10203039B1 Bite valve with hollow valve core
A bite valve for controlling fluid flow from a fluid source includes a sleeve and a hollow valve core. The sleeve includes an outlet end and an opposite, a sleeve outer surface and an opposing sleeve inner surface, and an outlet lip. The core includes a core body including distal and inlet ends. The core includes an inlet defining a flow channel. The core includes a core central chamber and the flow channel extending to the central chamber. The core includes an annular chamber formed about the core body within the sleeve inner surface. The core includes flow ports disposed radially about the core body. The core includes an outer rim that is cooperatively sized and configured with the outlet lip with the outer rim in sealing engagement with the outlet lip and out of sealing engagement when the sleeve deformed towards the core body for discharging fluid flow.
US10203038B2 Controlling mechanism for a three-way valve
A controlling mechanism for a three-way valve includes a transmission axis movably received in the valve and having first teeth formed on a free end thereof. A rotation axis is movable and intermittently rotatable in the valve and having second teeth integrally formed on the rotation axis to correspond to the first teeth. A spring is received inside the valve to provide a recoil force to the rotation axis to maintain the second teeth of the rotation axis to be in contact with the first teeth of the transmission axis so that movement of the transmission drives the rotation axis to move and rotate simultaneously for selectively blocking the inlet of the valve.
US10203036B2 Shaft seal assembly
A shaft seal assembly may include a stator and a rotor. The rotor may be configured to rotate with a shaft, and the stator may be engaged with a housing. The stator and rotor may be configured with radial and/or axial recesses and/or radial and/or axial projections. These various features may be configured such that the stator and rotor cooperate to form a ring cavity. A cooperating ring may be positioned in the ring cavity, and the cooperating ring may be configured such that is circumferentially expandable so that the cooperating ring changes size and/or shape when it rotates as opposed to when it is not rotating.
US10203031B2 System and method for changing driving modes using navigation and control
Methods, systems, and apparatus for automatically changing vehicle driving modes. An automatic shift control system includes a transmission configured to provide engine output for movement of the vehicle and a navigation unit configured to obtain navigational information including a current location of the vehicle. The automatic shift control system includes an electronic control unit (ECU) connected to the navigation unit. The ECU is configured to determine a current route having multiple segments based on the current location and a destination location and determine a shift schedule based on a driver behavior pattern. The ECU is configured to control the transmission to cause shifts of the transmission based on the shift schedule and the current location.
US10203028B2 Drive gear unit
The present invention provides a drive gear device that can easily be made compact and lightweight with a simple configuration, and that has little friction loss. Among externally toothed sun gear members (12a, 12b) and ring gear members (16, 17) of first and second planetary gear mechanisms (11a, 11b), one pair, which are first paired members (12a, 12b), are coupled to a coupling member (12) for equalizing the rotational speeds and rotational directions of the first paired members (12a, 12b), and the other pair, which are second paired members (16, 17) are coupled to opposite rotation members (18, 19) for making the second paired members (16, 17) rotate in opposite directions. Rotational torque inputted to the coupling member (12) is distributed to the first planetary gear mechanism (11a) and the second planetary gear mechanism (11b), and is outputted from planetary carriers (15a, 15b).
US10203027B2 Reciprocating piston mechanism
A reciprocating piston mechanism comprises a crankcase and a crankshaft. The crankshaft is supported by the crankcase and rotatable with respect thereto about a crankshaft axis. The mechanism further comprises at least a connecting rod including a big end and a small end, a piston which is rotatably connected to the small end, and a crank member which is rotatably mounted on the crankpin. The crank member comprises at least a bearing portion and has an outer circumferential wall which bears the big end of the rod such that the rod is rotatably mounted on the bearing portion of the crank member via the big end. The crank member is provided with a crank member gear. The crank member gear meshes with at least an intermediate gear, which also meshes with an auxiliary gear. The auxiliary gear is fixed to an auxiliary shaft that extends concentrically through the crankshaft.
US10203025B2 Belt tensioner with supplemental force element
Zed-type belt tensioners are described that include an arm having a first end rotatable about a first axis to move a second end of the arm into engagement with a belt, a tensioner component coupled to the first end of the arm, and a supplemental force element positioned between the arm and the tensioner component. The second end of the arm while tensioning a belt experiences a hub load applied by the belt and the supplemental force element is positioned at a point to apply a force that counteracts the hub load thereby reducing cocking of the arm. Also described herein are methods of counteracting the hub load using such belt tensioners and methods of assembly of such belt tensioners.
US10203022B2 Elliptically interfacing wobble motion gearing system and method
A wobble plate drive system may include a stator having a central axis and a plurality of stator teeth disposed on an inner cylindrical surface. The system may further include a wobble plate having a wobble axis disposed at a non-zero angle relative to the central axis, an outer cylindrical surface, and an upper annular surface. A plurality of wobble teeth may be disposed on the outer cylindrical surface and a plurality of face teeth may be disposed on the upper annular surface. The system may further include an output gear having an output axis substantially aligned with the central axis and a lower annular surface. A plurality of output teeth may be disposed on the lower annular surface. The wobble plate may be configured to rotate, the plurality of wobble teeth may be configured to engage with the plurality of stator teeth, and the plurality of face teeth may be configured to engage with the plurality of output teeth as the wobble plate nutates around the stator.
US10203021B2 Drive belt with a carrier ring and transverse segments
The disclosure relates to a transverse segment (33) for a drive belt with a carrier ring and with a plurality of these transverse segments (33) that are placed slideably on the carrier ring, which transverse segments (33) are provided with main body surfaces (38, 41), where between the transverse segment (33) extends in thickness direction, one main body surface (38) being provided with a rocking edge (42) that defines a transition between an upper side and a tapered lower side of the transverse segment (33) with a lowermost edge (34). The lower side of the transverse segment (33) includes at least one opening (44) and at least an upper, radially outward limiting boundary surface (46) of the opening (44) is provided with an undulating shape, i.e. is provided with multiple protrusions (47) that protrude generally towards the lower, radially inward limiting boundary surface (46) of the opening (44).
US10203020B2 Centrifugal pendulum
A centrifugal pendulum, including a rotation element and a pendulum flange. The pendulum flange is connected to the rotation element by means of a fastening means to transmit torque between the rotation element and the pendulum flange. The fastening means is designed in such a way that for the torque greater than a certain amount, some slip, or relative rotation, occurs between the pendulum flange and the rotation element.
US10203015B2 Dust boot, method of manufacturing dust boot, and shock absorber
A dust boot includes a tubular boot body and an annular flange portion linked to an upper end of the boot body. In an outer side of the flange portion, an angle between the flange portion and a line perpendicular to an axis of the boot body is set to be larger than 0° and smaller than 90°.
US10203013B2 Shock absorber and damping force generator
One embodiment provides a damping force generator. The damping force generator includes: a valve body having a compression-side inlet port into which the oil pushed by the piston flows; and a compression-side damping valve provided so as to block a port outlet and elastically deformed according to pressure of the oil flowing into the compression-side inlet port to thereby exhibit damping force. An opening cross-sectional area of a port inlet opening is larger than a passage cross-sectional area of the compression-side inlet port.
US10203006B2 Selectable one-way clutch
A selectable one-way clutch includes a pocket plate formed with a plurality of recessed receptacles on one face thereof, a notch plate arranged so as to oppose the face of the pocket plate on which the recessed receptacle is formed and capable of relatively rotating with respect to the pocket plate, an engagement recessed portion formed on a face of the notch plate corresponding to the recessed receptacle, a plate-shaped engagement piece received in the recessed receptacle, and an elastic member arranged between a bottom portion of the recessed receptacle and the engagement piece and biasing the engagement piece toward a side of the notch plate. An oil passage that discharges lubricant oil to a side of the recessed receptacle from a side of the engagement recessed portion is formed at the engagement piece.
US10203005B2 Passive opening low loss clutch pack
A passive opening transmission clutch system includes a backing plate having multiple tab slots, each of the tab slots having a tapered wall. A first reaction plate has multiple first tapered spline teeth oriented transverse to a plane of the first reaction plate. The first tapered spline teeth are positioned at least partially in individual ones of the tab slots in a clutch disengaged condition. The first tapered spline teeth when displaced further into the tab slots and toward the backing plate define a clutch engaged condition. A first friction plate is in frictional contact with the first reaction plate in the clutch engaged condition, the first friction plate when rotated generating a rotational force on the first reaction plate. The rotational force acts against the first tapered spline teeth to induce the first reaction plate to slidably move away from the backing plate.
US10203003B1 Bearing assembly
A bearing assembly comprises an inner ring having an inner circumferential surface, and an outer circumferential surface defining an inner bearing race thereon, an outer ring having an outer circumferential surface, and an inner circumferential surface defining in outer bearing race thereon. The inner bearing race of the inner ring and the outer bearing race of the outer ring are located in a radially spaced apart relationship. A bearing member comprising a rod, having one of a circular cross-section and an ovular cross-section, is formed as a wound helix and is disposed between, and in line contact with, the inner bearing race and the outer bearing race to support relative rotation of the inner ring and the outer ring.
US10202998B2 Anchor with an expansion section and a cutting thread
An anchor (1) that can be secured in a drilled hole (2), with an expansion sleeve (10) for anchoring onto a wall of the drilled hole, and with an anchor bolt (20) that passes through the expansion sleeve and that has an expansion section (38) for widening the expansion sleeve, and it also has a sleeve stop (22) that limits axial movement of the expansion sleeve away from the expansion section (38) is provided. At least one rotary catch (24) is provided which non-rotatably couples the expansion sleeve (10) to the anchor bolt (20), and the expansion sleeve has at least one external thread helix (14) for creating an undercut in the wall of the drilled hole.
US10202997B2 Bi-directional bed rail assembly
The present application provides a hook assembly having a latitudinal axis bisecting a body into an upper portion above the latitudinal axis further comprising a first bi-directional pin engagement slot and a lower portion below the latitudinal axis further comprising a second bi-directional pin engagement slot, wherein both the upper portion and the lower portion and the first bi-directional pin engagement slot and the second bi-directional engagement slot are mirror images of one another.
US10202994B2 Retention clip for securing instruments of different sizes and/or configurations to other objects
A retention clip includes a base with a plurality of instrument engagement elements at a top of the base. A bottom of the base is configured to be secured to another object. The retention clip may have a size that enables it to be secured to and that enables it to secure other instruments to a portable object. As an example, the retention clip may be configured to secure a plurality of writing instruments to a hard hat, a tool box, a measuring tape or the like.
US10202993B2 Latching system
Devices and methods based upon the concept of a split ring (604) having certain multiple interior angles (604a, 604b) to engage a stem or post (608) having annular ring(s) with angular geometries that are complimentary to those of the split ring. The disclosure provides designs for a wide range of insertion and desertion forces between latch engagement stems and latch engagement bodies. Changes to insertion contact angles and contact area on engagement stems and corresponding changes to insertion contact angles and engagement areas on engagement bodies can significantly modify insertion forces required to engage various devices. Similarly, changes in degrees of angle between desertion angles and contact areas on engagement stems with corresponding changes in desertion angles and contact areas on engagement bodies will significantly modify the total desertion forces required to disengage various devices. Accordingly, the instant latching mechanism provides insertion and desertion forces that can be controlled independently of each other.
US10202982B2 Production methods of gas turbine
An object is to reduce the compressor flow rate in comparison with the reference model while maintaining a compression ratio equivalent to that in the reference model. Annulus areas required of a compressor 38 of a derivative gas turbine 200 are determined based on a compressor flow rate and a compression ratio required of the compressor 38 of the derivative gas turbine 200. Under the condition that the annulus area of each stage of the compressor 38 becomes equal to the determined annulus area, an inner radius increment and an outer radius decrement of an initial stage 36a are determined, the inner radius increment and the outer radius decrement of each of intermediate stages 36b-36e are determined so that the inner radius increment is not more than the inner radius increment of the previous stage and the outer radius decrement is not less than the outer radius decrement of the previous stage, and the inner radius increment and the outer radius decrement of a final stage 36f are determined so that the outer radius decrement is not less than the inner radius increment. The compressor 38 is designed by updating design data of components of the reference compressor 15 that deviated from the specifications due to the determination of the inner radius increment and the outer radius decrement so that the updated design data fulfill the specifications in each of the stages 36a-36f.
US10202979B2 Fan and arrangement having such a fan
A fan with a nozzle mounted to a base plate, wherein the base plate has on its rear wall a mounting device with an upper and lower holding device for mounting the fan on a top-hat rail. The upper holding device and the lower holding device reach over an upper edge or a lower edge respectively of the top-hat rail in the mounted state and are arranged offset from one another in a direction running parallel to the longitudinal axis of the top-hat rail in the mounted state of the fan.
US10202976B2 System and method for emissions testing a compressor, turbine, or engine
A mobile compressed natural gas (CNG) vessel and unloader are used to supply CNG to a compressor during regulatory emissions testing of the compressor (e.g., U.S. EPA's Quad J testing). CNG output by the compressor is recirculated to an inlet of the unloader so that it is reused during the emissions testing. Lean CNG from the vessel may be used to power the compressor during the testing. The unloader ensures that the compressor is run at at least a predetermined load factor during the emissions testing.
US10202970B2 System, method, and apparatus for infusing fluid
A peristaltic pump, and related system method are provided. The peristaltic pump includes a cam shaft, first and second pinch-valve cams, first and second pinch-valve cam followers, a plunger cam, a plunger-cam follower, a tube receiver, and a spring-biased plunger. The first and second pinch-valve cams are coupled to the cam shaft. The first and second pinch-valve cam followers each engage the first and second pinch-valve cams, respectively. The plunger cam is coupled to the cam shaft. The plunger-cam follower engages the plunger cam. The tube receiver is configured to receive a tube. The spring-biased plunger is coupled to the plunger-cam follower such that the expansion of the plunger cam along a radial angle intersecting the plunger-cam follower as the cam shaft rotates pushes the plunger cam follower towards the plunger and thereby disengages the spring-biased plunger from the tube. A spring coupled to the spring-biased plunger biases the spring-biased plunger to apply the crushing force to the tube.
US10202969B2 Reciprocating compressor crankshaft adapter and method
Method and device for lubricating a connection. A housing is configured to house a crankshaft adapter that connects an oil pump to a compressor. The housing includes a shell forming a round cavity configured to receive the crankshaft adapter; an oil feed conduit configured to enter through the shell into the round cavity and to deliver oil; a first drain conduit, opposite to the oil feed conduit, and configured to enter through the shell into the round cavity; a plug provided in the first drain conduit; and a second drain conduit configured to enter through the shell into the round cavity. The second drain conduit is located between the oil feed conduit and the first drain conduit, substantially between 50 and 130 degrees relative to the first drain conduit on a periphery of the shell.
US10202967B2 High-pressure rotating sealing coupling with continuous expandable ring
A high-pressure rotating sealing coupling with continuous expandable ring (1) including a male hydraulic connector (2) rotating in a female hydraulic connector (4), the connectors (2, 4) including an inner duct leading into a communication chamber (10), a non-expandable sealing ring (42) being mounted freely about the male hydraulic connector (2) and being accommodated with little play in the female hydraulic connector (4), while a non-expandable ring spring (20) tends to draw the sealing ring (42) close to a ring annular bearing shoulder (14) connected to the male hydraulic connector (2) and to axially compress a continuous expandable ring (13) inserted axially between the non-expandable sealing ring (42) and the ring annular bearing shoulder (14) and having an expandable ring inner cylindrical face (15) placed in communication with the communication chamber (10).
US10202966B2 Wind turbine rotor blade having a spark gap
A wind turbine rotor blade is provided. The wind turbine blade has a lightning receptor, a first electric line, and a potential equalization arrangement having a first electrode, which is connected to the lightning receptor, and a second electrode, which is connected to the first electric line, a spark gap being formed between the two electrodes, mutually facing sides of the two electrodes forming an air flow channel, which is arranged such that the ambient air that is incident when the wind turbine rotor blade is in operation flows through it.
US10202962B2 PSP blades with dihedral angles, comprising a longitudinal depression
The invention relates to a novel rhomboidal wind turbine blade with a dihedral angle, as a supplement to another invention filed by the same applicant in 2013, said blade originally comprising four planar rhomboidal sides and a dihedral angle, and now including a longitudinal depression in the side forming the dihedral angle, from the center of the major axis of the blade, which traps more wind with a concave shape and directs same to the vertex of the angle, compressing the wind which rebounds from the vertex of the angle and powering the rotary movement with two sets of two blades per generator, as well as including an automatic safety system allowing the position of the blades to be changed in the event of high-speed winds by a computer system between a motor and a wind speed sensor, with the blades being coupled to the rotor with an angle that can be varied in response to high-speed winds.
US10202961B2 Fluid turbine semi-shroud and associated rotor blade dual-winglet design
A semi-ringed airfoil is designed in conjunction with a fluid turbine rotor blade to provide increased rotor-tip speed, increased coefficient of power, reduced wind shear and reduced noise. A dual-winglet rotor blade in combination with a semi-ringed airfoil increases the above mentioned benefits by increasing the rotor-blade tip surface-area that is in contact with the area of increased fluid velocity over the semi-ringed airfoil.
US10202957B2 Push button starting system module for outdoor power equipment
A self-contained starting module for outdoor power equipment that has control circuit and a start button. The starting module includes internal control circuit that can be either microprocessor based or analog. The control circuit receives a start signal from a start button of the starting module. The control circuit monitors for the presence of an enable device and, upon activation of the start button and the presence of the enable device, provides electric power to the electric load of the power equipment. When the start button is depressed for longer than a minimum engagement period, the control circuit initiates operation of the engine. If the start button is pressed for less than the minimum engagement period, the control circuit activates the electric load for an auxiliary period without starting the engine. During engine operation, if the start button is depressed, the operation of the engine is terminated.
US10202956B2 Method for starting an internal combustion engine with the aid of a belt-driven starter generator
A method for starting an internal combustion engine using a starter generator to which the engine is connected via a belt drive, the belt drive including a belt pulley of the starter generator, a belt pulley of the internal combustion engine, and a belt connecting the belt pulleys in a torque-transmitting manner, includes operating the starter generator such that its drive torque output to the belt pulley of the starter generator is according to a drive torque curve by which an output torque generated temporarily on the belt pulley of the internal combustion engine exceeds the drive torque of the starter generator, taking a gear ratio of the belt drive into consideration.
US10202954B2 End seal structure of fuel rail for gasoline direct injection engine
Provided is an end seal structure of a fuel rail for a gasoline direct injection engine that has a simple structure and allows an end cap part to meet higher pressure requirements in a fuel rail having the structure in which one end or both ends of a rail body composed of a tubular member, such as a pipe, is/are closed by an end cap or end caps. The end seal structure employs a thread fastening method using the end cap and a collar brazed at the opening end of the fuel rail body and a gasket sealing method as a sealing method, wherein a gasket interposed between the end cap and the fuel rail body is tightened by an axial force generated due to tightening of the end cap that is screwed and fastened to the fuel rail body so as to be sealed.
US10202950B2 Temperature varying circulation system for use with alternative fuels
The present invention is a system and method for modifying an engine for use with an alternative fuel that needs to be conditioned. Coolant is diverted from the original engine heater core and is used to heat or condition the alternative fuel both in the alternative fuel tank and in a special manifold that heats and circulates the fuel before delivering it to the engine. An electronic control unit monitors the temperature and pressure to ensure proper viscosity and engine operation.
US10202943B2 Device for adjusting adjustment valve in carburetor
An adjustment device for a carburetor adjustment valve includes a limit cap and a sleeve to prevent over-operation and destruction. The limit cap having first and second projecting parts formed in the insertion hole. The first projecting part engages a first groove on the shaft part of the adjustment valve to hold the limit cap in a first position where the limit cap and adjustment valve rotate freely relative to the sleeve. The second projecting part holds the limit cap in a second position pushed in from the first position where the adjustment valve having a limited range of rotation. The limit cap has an outer circumferential locking part formed on the outer circumference and the sleeve has an inner circumferential locking part formed on its inner circumference. In the second position, the inner circumferential locking part locks the outer circumferential locking part and prevents rotation of the limit cap.
US10202941B2 Reverse core turbine engine mounted above aircraft wing
A gas turbine engine has a fan inlet and a fan configured to deliver air to an exhaust nozzle. A core gas turbine engine. including in serial order extending further into the engine, a core turbine section, a combustor and a core compressor section. A core engine inlet duct is spaced from the fan inlet. A method is also described.
US10202939B2 High stiffness shape memory alloy actuated aerostructure
A shape memory alloy (SMA) actuated aerostructure operable to dynamically change shape according to flight conditions is disclosed. Deformable structures are actuated by SMA actuators that are coupled to face sheets of the deformable structures. Actuating the SMA actuators produces complex shape changes of the deformable structures by activating shape changes of the SMA actuators. The SMA actuators are actuated via an active or passive temperature change based on operating conditions. The SMA actuated aerostructure can be used for morphable nozzles such as a variable area fan nozzle and/or a variable geometry chevron of a jet engine to reduce engine noise during takeoff without degrading fuel burn during cruise.
US10202938B2 Welded engine block for small internal combustion engines
A small air-cooled internal combustion engine includes an aluminum cylinder block at least partially defining an aluminum cylinder bore, an aluminum cylinder head attached to the aluminum cylinder block, and an aluminum push rod tube separate from and press fit between the aluminum cylinder block and the aluminum cylinder head. The aluminum push rod tube includes a cylinder block end portion, a cylinder head end portion, and a main body extending between the cylinder block end portion and the cylinder head end portion.
US10202935B2 Segmented piston for internal combustion engine
The present invention relates to a multi-piece, in particular at least two-piece, piston (1) for an internal combustion engine having a longitudinal axis (L), comprising a piston outer part (10) having a closed piston head (11), which in the fitted state defines a combustion chamber, and a piston body (13) extending axially away from the piston head (11), and a piston inner part (20), which in the fitted state is connected to a connecting rod. An outer surface (2) radially defining the piston (1) is formed exclusively by at least one portion of the piston body (13) of the piston outer part (10). The piston inner part (20), viewed in an axial direction, is arranged radially entirely inside the piston body (13) or its circumferential surface.
US10202933B2 Combined oil filter and restrictor assembly
A combined oil filter and restrictor assembly is disclosed having an oil flow restrictor interposed between first and second filters so that, irrespective of the direction of oil flow through the restrictor, debris cannot enter a small diameter bore 32 in a body of the restrictor thereby reducing the likelihood of restrictor blockage. The combined oil filter and restrictor assembly includes a metal threaded member that enables the combined oil filter and restrictor assembly to be easily and quickly assembled to or removed from a component such as a cylinder head of a variable displacement engine. The combined oil filter and restrictor assembly can be used to provide a restricted flow of oil from oil supply passages to signal oil passages used for controlling the operation of deactivatable hydraulic lash adjusters so as to purge the signal oil passages when the deactivatable hydraulic lash adjusters are not deactivated.
US10202932B2 Engine cooling structure
A water jacket spacer is arranged to surround substantially an entire periphery of a portion of the cylinder liner which corresponds to the water jacket. An opening through which a coolant introduced from a coolant-introducing section is introduced to an inner side of a water jacket spacer is formed in a portion of the water jacket spacer which corresponds to the coolant-introducing section. An upper section of the water jacket spacer is positioned close to a cylinder block outer peripheral wall. A coolant passage through which the coolant introduced from the opening is circulated around an outer periphery of an upper portion of the cylinder liner is formed between the upper section of the water jacket spacer and the outer periphery of the upper portion of the cylinder liner. A lower section of the water jacket spacer is positioned close to the cylinder liner.
US10202928B2 Control device for internal combustion engine
A lift amount variable mechanism is configured to switch a cam for driving an intake valve (drive cam) between two types of intake cams in lift amount (i.e. a large lift cam and a small lift cam). In a first embodiment of this disclosure, the lift amount variable mechanism is controlled by an ECU so that the small lift cam is selected as the drive cam for control that promotes activation of an exhaust gas cleaning catalyst (catalyst warm-up control).
US10202927B2 Fueling strategy for controlled-autoignition engines
Methods and systems for controlling combustion performance of an engine during recompression HCCI combustion are provided. The method includes regulating a valve actuation timing and a fuel injection timing to cause a combustion phasing of at least one cylinder of the engine to approach a target combustion phasing, and estimating current combustion state information based on the combustion phasing. The current combustion state information includes at least one of a temperature, a pressure, and a pre-combustion charge composition associated with the at least one cylinder. The method further includes determining a target fuel injection amount, and determining whether the target fuel injection amount would require actuator settings that violate predetermined constraints in order to cause the combustion phasing to approach the target combustion phasing. A fuel injection amount is adjusted when the target fuel injection amount would require actuator settings that violate the predetermined constraints.
US10202926B2 Methods and system for diagnosing an engine component based on an engine speed profile during an engine shutdown event
Various methods and systems are provided for diagnosing an engine component based on a measured engine speed during an engine shutdown event. As one embodiment, a method for an engine includes measuring an engine speed drop rate, via an engine speed sensor, during an engine shutdown event; and indicating a change in performance of one of the engine speed sensor or an additional engine component in response to the measured engine speed drop rate deviating from a reference engine speed drop rate by a pre-set or pre-defined threshold rate.
US10202925B2 Internal combustion engine controller
According to the present invention, by providing control whereby a rising slope or a descending slope of step-up current flowing to a step-up coil is detected, and corrections are made to step-up switching control, the step-up upper and lower limit current values of the step-up circuit can be controlled within intended current threshold values regardless of constant modifications or change in characteristics due to fluctuations of the battery power supply voltage or degradation of step-up circuit elements over time; heat emission by step-up circuit elements can be kept to a minimum; and the step-up recovery time can be adjusted to a constant value regardless of the slope of the step-up current.
US10202921B2 Method and system for supplying diesel to a motor vehicle
A method controls a system for supplying diesel fuel on a motor vehicle. The system includes a fuel tank, a first pump that is a low-pressure pump taking fuel from the tank and delivering the fuel to a second pump that is a high-pressure pump. The method includes controlling the first pump to regulate the quantity of fuel provided as a function of the needs of the second pump, and determining a geographical position of the vehicle. The first pump is controlled to a maximum pressure level when the vehicle is in one of several predefined probable stopping zones.
US10202920B2 Exhaust gas control system for internal combustion engine
In an exhaust gas control system for an internal combustion engine operable at a lean air-fuel ratio, after a request to stop the internal combustion engine has been issued, the internal combustion engine is operated at a stoichiometric air-fuel ratio or lower until an air-fuel ratio in an SCR catalyst becomes lower than or equal to the stoichiometric air-fuel ratio, and then supply of fuel to the internal combustion engine is stopped.
US10202919B2 Engine output control device
An engine output control device controls engine output at a time of a downshift speed change of a transmission. The engine output control device includes: engine speed detecting means for detecting an actual engine speed NeJ of a crankshaft; and engine output adjusting means capable of adjusting the engine output according to an operation of a rider. The smaller of a requested engine output PA calculated on a basis of the actual engine speed NeJ and a rider requested engine output PB adjusted by the engine output adjusting means is output as the engine output.
US10202918B2 System and method for controlling valve timing of continuous variable valve duration engine
The present disclosure provides a system and a method for controlling valve timing of continuous variable valve duration engine. The method includes: classifying control regions depending on engine speed and engine load; applying a maximum duration to an intake valve and controlling valve overlap between the intake valve and an exhaust valve in a first control region; applying the maximum duration to the intake valve and reducing the valve overlap by using exhaust valve closing (EVC) timing in a second control region; advancing intake valve closing (IVC) timing according to an increase of the engine load in a third control region; controlling a throttle valve to be fully opened and controlling the EVC timing to an angle after top dead center in a fourth control region; and controlling the throttle valve to be fully opened and controlling the IVC timing according to the engine speed in a fifth control region.
US10202912B2 System and method for reducing variable compression ratio engine shutdown shake
Methods and systems are provided for adjusting a compression ratio of a variable compression ratio (VCR) engine during engine shutdown. In one example, a method (or system) may include actuating a VCR mechanism from a higher compression ratio setting to a lower compression ratio setting after a last combustion event and before the engine spins down to rest. In this way, engine shake, for example, due to piston bounce-back, may be reduced.
US10202911B2 Method and system for an engine for detection and mitigation of insufficient torque
A method may include restricting cam movement while the vehicle is moving in response to an oil pressure below a threshold oil pressure, and an engine speed below a threshold engine speed, and during a vehicle stopped condition, overriding the restricted cam movement. In one example, the vehicle stopped condition may include the oil over-temperature and the load above the threshold load.
US10202909B2 Spark ignition type internal combustion engine
The control system of an internal combustion engine of the present invention comprises an S/V ratio changing mechanism able to change an S/V ratio of a combustion chamber and a detection device having an output value changing in accordance with a hydrogen concentration in exhaust gas, which increases along with an increase in the S/V ratio, the internal combustion engine being controlled by the output value of the detection device. Further, the output value of the detection device or a parameter relating to operation of the internal combustion engine is corrected in accordance with the S/V ratio of the above S/V ratio changing mechanism. Due to this, even if the hydrogen concentration in the exhaust gas increases along with an increase in the S/V ratio, the internal combustion engine can be suitably controlled.
US10202906B2 Two-shaft gas turbine
A two-shaft gas turbine having high operability is provided. The two-shaft gas turbine includes: a gas generator having a compressor, a combustor and a high pressure turbine; a power turbine having a low pressure turbine; a load connected to the power turbine; a motor/generator capable of rotatably driving the gas generator and capable of extracting power from the gas generator; electric equipment controlling the rotational driving and the power extraction by delivering electric power between the electric equipment and the motor/generator; and a control device controlling the electric equipment, wherein the combustor has a plurality of combustion regions to which a fuel is supplied through fuel adjustment means which are independent from each other, and the control device controls a delivery amount of the electric power delivered by the electric equipment corresponding to the number of combustion regions to which the fuel is supplied.
US10202902B2 Geared architecture gas turbine engine with oil scavenge
A gas turbine engine includes a geared architecture with a multiple of intermediate gears, and a baffle with an oil scavenge scoop adjacent to each of the multiple of intermediate gears. A geared architecture and method are also disclosed.
US10202900B2 Positioning the switching element for a mechanically switched VCR connecting rod
The invention relates to an internal combustion engine having an adjustable variable compression ratio, a crankshaft having a crankshaft center line and at least one counterweight, which has an extent with a maximum distance from the crankshaft center line, at least one connecting rod, an adjusting mechanism for adjusting the adjustable variable compression ratio, a switchover element for switching the adjusting mechanism, wherein the switchover element is arranged on the connecting rod, and an actuating element for switching over the switchover element from a first position, which corresponds to a first compression ratio, into a second position.
US10202899B2 Device for compensating for the operating clearances of an engine
A device for compensating for the operating clearances of an engine comprising a transmission device likely to move transversely in an engine block) during an engine cycle includes a pressing device exerting a holding force on the transmission device. The holding force is adjusted to the instantaneous speed of transverse movement of the transmission device in the engine block.
US10202895B2 Control device of a vehicle, vehicle including control device, and control method of vehicle
A vehicle includes at least one sensor generating a signal to control an operation of an internal combustion engine; and a control unit configured to store a control parameter to control an operation of the internal combustion engine, and to correct the control parameter based on an output of the at least one sensor. The control unit stops correcting the control parameter while the vehicle is at a halt, and the power generator is generating electric power by driving of the internal combustion engine.
US10202891B2 Precombustion chamber gas engine
An object is to provide a precombustion-chamber gas engine in which occurrence of knocking is restricted. The precombustion-chamber gas engine includes: a cylinder; a cylinder head; a piston delimiting a main combustion chamber with the cylinder head; a precombustion-chamber cap delimiting a precombustion chamber inside thereof and including a plurality of nozzle holes through which the precombustion chamber is in communication with the main combustion chamber; an intake valve for opening and closing an intake port that opens on the cylinder head; and an exhaust valve for opening and closing an exhaust port that opens on the cylinder head. In a planar view where the cylinder head is seen from below, there are at least one intake-side nozzle hole and at least one exhaust-side nozzle hole, and a total nozzle-hole area of the at least one intake-side nozzle hole is larger than that of the at least one exhaust-side nozzle hole.
US10202890B2 Structure for reducing amount of water splashed on vehicle engine
A transverse engine adjacent to a drive shaft includes an engine body having a crankshaft, a first pipe connected to the engine body and running such that an engine coolant flows therethrough, and an accessory drive system. The accessory drive system includes an endless outer belt wound between a crankshaft pulley and an alternator drive pulley. A portion of the first pipe forms a water protector located between the drive shaft and the outer belt and overlapping with the outer belt as viewed from the front or rear of the vehicle.
US10202888B2 Engine air path cooling system
Methods and systems are provided for selectively re-cooling intake air downstream of a charge air cooler. In one example, a system may include a cylinder head defining a plurality of cylinders, the cylinder head including a plurality of inlet ports each fluidically coupled to a respective cylinder, a refrigerant supply, and a refrigerant passage surrounding each inlet port and fluidically coupled to the refrigerant supply, the refrigerant passage shaped to correspond to an outer profile of each inlet port.
US10202887B2 Cooling water passage structure for internal combustion engine
A cooling water passage structure (10) for an internal combustion engine (1) provided with a supercharger (8), comprises a passage forming member (14) attached to a main body (2) of the internal combustion engine, and internally defining a branch passage (13) communicating with an outlet (12B) of a main body water jacket (12) formed in the main body of the internal combustion engine, and a water temperature sensor (80) provided in the passage forming member to detect a temperature of the cooling water flowing through the branch passage. The water temperature sensor is positioned in a part of a main supply passage (31) defined in the passage forming member closer to an inlet end of the main supply passage than a junction between the main supply passage and a supercharger return passage (34) is.
US10202883B2 Common rail assembly, urea injection system and application thereof
A common rail assembly used in a urea injection system, comprising at least a first common rail and a second common rail which are connected to each other, wherein the first common rail comprises a first housing, a pressure detecting device mounted on the first housing and a pressure adjusting device. The first housing comprises a first urea inlet channel, a first urea outlet channel, at least one first feeding inlet connected to the first urea inlet channel and at least one first back-flow outlet connected to the first urea outlet channel. The pressure detecting device is connected to the first urea inlet channel. The pressure adjusting device can connect/disconnect the first urea inlet channel to/from the first urea outlet channel. Also disclosed are a urea injection system and the application of the common rail assembly. A proper number of common rails selected based on different application requirements can be combined together by at least connecting the first common rail to the second common rail in series. The extension capability thereof is relatively high.
US10202882B2 Fault diagnosis device for exhaust pipe fuel injector
A fault diagnosis device for an exhaust pipe fuel injector that diagnoses a normality or an abnormality of the exhaust pipe fuel injector which injects a fuel according to an instructed fuel injection amount, includes: a storage unit which stores a regeneration duration and an instructed fuel injection amount in the regeneration duration; a calculation unit which calculates an instructed fuel injection amount per unit time in the regeneration duration; and a fault diagnosis unit which diagnoses that the exhaust pipe fuel injector is abnormal when the instructed fuel injection amount per unit time in the regeneration duration exceeds a fault threshold, and diagnoses that the exhaust pipe fuel injector is normal when the instructed fuel injection amount per unit time in the regeneration duration does not exceed the fault threshold.
US10202878B2 Valve opening and closing timing control apparatus
A valve opening and closing timing control apparatus includes a driving-side rotation member, a driven-side rotation member, a tubular member provided at an inner portion of the driven-side rotation member, a bolt in a tubular form provided at an inner side of the tubular member, an introduction passage provided at least at one of the bolt and the tubular member between the bolt and the tubular member and bringing a working fluid to flow in the rotation axis direction, an introduction communication passage provided at the bolt to bring the working fluid at the introduction passage to flow to an inner side of the bolt, an advanced angle communication passage and a retarded angle communication passage provided at different positions from each other in a longitudinal direction of the rotation axis, and a control valve body provided at the inner side of the bolt.
US10202875B2 Powertrain
The present disclosure provides a powertrain including an engine housing to which a cylinder head and cam carrier are mounted, a camshaft mounted to the cam carrier, first and second cam portions on which cams are formed, in which the camshaft is inserted, of which relative phase angle with respect to the camshaft is variable and disposed corresponding to a first cylinder and second cylinder respectively, first and second inner brackets transmitting rotation of the camshaft to the first and second cam portions respectively, a slider housing in which the first and second inner brackets are rotatably inserted and of which a position with respect to the cam shaft is variable, a lifter control portion controlling the position of the slider housing, a motor assembly engaged with the engine housing and in which a flywheel connected with a crankshaft is rotatably disposed, and a transmission connected with the motor assembly.
US10202874B2 Supercritical CO2 generation system applying plural heat sources
The present invention relates to the supercritical CO2 generation system applying plural heat sources. The supercritical CO2 generation system applying plural heat sources includes a pump circulating a working fluid; a plurality of heat exchangers heating the working fluid using an external heat source and including a plurality of constrained heat sources having an emission regulation condition of an outlet end thereof and a plurality of general heat sources without the emission regulation condition; a plurality of turbines operated by the working fluid heated by passing through the heat exchangers; and a plurality of recuperators cooling the working fluid passing through the turbines by heat exchange between the working fluid passing through the turbines and the working fluid passing through the pump, wherein the working fluid passing through the turbine is branched into the recuperators, respectively.
US10202872B2 Method and device for rapid oil heating for oil-lubricated expansion machines
The present invention relates to a method for lubricant heating during starting up of a thermodynamic cycle device, wherein the cycle device comprises a working medium with a working substance and a lubricant, an evaporator for evaporating the working substance, a lubricant separator for separating at least part of the lubricant from the working medium which is supplied by the evaporator, an expansion machine which is to be lubricated with the lubricant, and a condenser device with a condenser, and wherein the method comprises the following steps: delivery of lubricant from the lubricant separator to the condenser device and/or to the evaporator during shutdown of the cycle device, as a result of which a working medium which is enriched with lubricant is provided in the condenser device and/or in the evaporator; and heating of the working medium which is enriched with lubricant in the evaporator during starting up of the cycle device. Furthermore, the invention relates to a thermodynamic cycle device which comprises means for delivering lubricant from the lubricant separator to the condenser device and/or to the evaporator during shutdown of the cycle device, as a result of which a working medium which is enriched with lubricant can be provided in the condenser device and/or in the evaporator.
US10202871B2 Strainers
A strainer body strainer body has a conical or bullet-like shape and includes a tip portion, a midsection, and a base portion. The midsection connects the tip portion to the base portion such that the tip portion, midsection, and base portion are aligned with one another along a straining axis defined by the strainer body. The strainer body includes a plurality of layers fused to one another and angled relative to the straining axis. The plurality of layers define flow passages that extend through the strainer body to impound particulate entrained in fluid traversing the strainer body through the flow passages of the strainer body.
US10202867B2 Modulated turbine cooling system
A flow transfer apparatus for transferring cooling flow from a primary gas flowpath to a turbine rotor. The apparatus includes a first supply plenum communicating with the primary gas flowpath and first inducers, the first inducers configured to accelerate a first fluid flow from the first supply plenum and discharge it toward the rotor with a tangential velocity; a second supply plenum communicating with the primary gas flowpath and second inducers, the second inducers configured to accelerate a second fluid flow from the second supply plenum towards the rotor with a tangential velocity; and a cooling modulation valve operable to selectively permit or block the second fluid flow from the primary gas flowpath to the second supply plenum. The valve includes a flow control structure disposed in the primary gas flowpath and an actuation structure extending to a location radially outside of a casing defining the primary gas flowpath.
US10202863B2 Seal ring for gas turbine engines
An annular ring for sealing a flow includes an inner ring and a tab. The tab extends radially and is configured to restrict axial movement of the seal.
US10202856B2 Decoupled gas turbine engine
A decoupled gas turbine engine includes a high spool assembly and a low spool assembly each having a rotational axis that are spaced from one-another. The engine further includes a combustor that may have a centerline spaced from the rotational axes of each spool assembly. Turning ducts of the engine are configured to re-direct airflow from one spool assembly to the next and/or between one spool assembly and the combustor.
US10202854B2 Abrasive tips for ceramic matrix composite blades and methods for making the same
A blade and method for producing the blade for a gas turbine engine are described herein. The blade may include a composite airfoil. The airfoil may comprise a ceramic material, and a distal end. A tip may extend from the distal end of the airfoil. The tip of the airfoil may comprise a substantially porous structure and may comprise infiltrated material extending from an airfoil preform to a tip preform to join the airfoil preform and the tip preform.
US10202851B2 Rotor for a radial compressor and a method for construction thereof
A rotor for a radial compressor is provided. An axial shaft of the radial compressor includes longitudinal axial shaft segments. The rotor includes rotor discs, which are placed adjacent to one another, and which extend along a longitudinal axis of the radial compressor. The rotor discs include the respective axial shaft segments and impellers. A coupling means is provided to couple the rotor discs with one another. The coupling means permits reversible axial splitting of the axial shaft into the respective axial shaft segments.
US10202844B2 Method and system for transmitting a data frame of an electromagnetic telemetry signal to or from a downhole location
Methods, techniques, and systems for transmitting a data frame of an electromagnetic (EM) telemetry signal to or from a downhole location can be performed using multi-channel transmissions in which at least two different channels at two different frequencies are used to send a long header and the data frame. At least a portion of the long header is transmitted at a first frequency, and at least a portion of the data frame and any remaining portion of the long header not transmitted at the first frequency are transmitted at one or more additional frequencies different from each other and the first frequency. In one example, only two channels are used: one channel is used to transmit all of the long header, another channel is used to transmit all of the data frame, and either of the channels is used to transmit an identifier identifying the type of the data frame.
US10202843B2 Measuring settling in fluid mixtures
A method and apparatus for measuring a property of settling of a first phase in a second fluid phase of a mixture. In order to measure the property of settling, the mixture may be contained in a chamber, an acoustic wave may be repeatedly passed vertically through the mixture, a transit time may be measured for each acoustic wave to traverse the mixture, and the property of settling using a change in the transit times of the acoustic waves may then be determined. In various embodiments, the property of settling can be a degree of settling.
US10202840B2 Steerable drilling method and system
A method for steerable drilling is presented herein. The method includes inducing a drill string rotation modulation system to modulate a rotational speed of a drill string during each revolution of the drill string. The method also includes inducing a Measuring-While-Drilling device (MWD) to transmit repeatedly measured orientations of a Bottom Hole Assembly (BHA) between the drill string and the drill bit to the drill string rotation modulation system to steer a drill bit with a tilted toolface in a deviated drilling direction. The MWD divides each revolution of the BHA into a plurality of angular intervals, and transmits average percentages of time that the BHA rotates through the angular intervals to the drill string rotation modulation system to provide the modulation system with information about an angular orientation of the deviated drilling direction.
US10202839B2 Power and communications hub for interface between control pod, auxiliary subsea systems, and surface controls
A power and communications hub (PCH) for oil and gas operations is disclosed. The PCH includes a port operable to provide electrical power to a device for use in oil and gas operations; a port operable to provide electrical communications for use in oil and gas operations; a multiplexer (MUX) interface for connection to a MUX cable; a PCH connection interface for connection to at least one additional PCH; and a PCH body. The PCH body is operable to be disposed proximate a blowout preventer (BOP) stack, and the PCH body is physically disposed apart from but in electrical communication with at least one control pod on the BOP stack.
US10202836B2 Methods for fracturing formations using aggregating compositions
Methods of fracturing a formation including using a fracturing fluid including an aggregating composition including heterocyclic aromatic amines, substituted heterocyclic aromatic amines, poly vinyl heterocyclic aromatic amines, co-polymers of vinyl heterocyclic aromatic amine and non amine polymerizable monomers (ethylenically unsaturated mononers and diene monomers), or mixtures or combinations thereof in the absence of phosphate esters or amine-phosphate reaction products during fracturing operations to alter self-aggregating properties and/or aggregation propensities of the particles, surfaces, and/or materials in or entrained in the fluid.
US10202835B2 Pressure delivery proppant to offshore frac blender
A system for using a pneumatic conveyor system to provide metered amounts of proppant to subterranean formation fracturing material blender in an offshore well environment. Plural pneumatic conveyor systems are provided which can be operated individually or in combination to provide the required amounts of proppant materials to blend with frac fluids.
US10202832B1 Processing of oil by steam addition
The invention relates to injecting steam into crude oil for several benefits, primarily of which is to remove salt by transferring the salt into the condensed water from the steam. Steam transfers salt via a different transfer mechanism and therefore doesn't require the high shear mixing of conventional water injection systems. As such, steam injection through a variety of procedures, is more efficient at gathering salt into water that itself is easier to remove from the crude oil.
US10202826B2 Automatic method of generating decision cubes from cross dependent data sets
Systems and methods are directed to oil and gas management. In example implementations, data relating to oil and gas management is aggregated and placed in a cube along several cube dimensions, which can include scalar, temporal and spatial dimensions. The dimensions can be structured as a hierarchy, such that output can be generated as a roll up or roll down along the hierarchy.
US10202818B2 Expandable sealing assembly and downhole system
A sealing assembly configured to seal within an annulus, the sealing assembly including a support body including a backing ring having a substantially wavy sectional shape, and a plurality of ribs extending radially outwardly from the backing ring; and, a sealing member supported on the support body, the sealing member including a radially exterior sealing component, at least a portion of the radially exterior sealing component disposed between adjacent ribs on a radial exterior surface of the hacking ring, and, a radially interior sealing component disposed on a radial interior surface of the backing portion.
US10202815B2 Release lugs for a jarring device
A release mechanism for a jarring tool is formed by a plurality of segmented release lugs. Each lug includes a plurality of axial spaced projections on an inner surface and a plurality of grooves on an outer surface. The projections have either different widths or are separated by varying distances and releaseably engage corresponding grooves in a mandrel located within a housing of the tool. The release lugs are positioned between a trigger sleeve and the mandrel.
US10202813B2 Coring tools including core sample flap catcher and related methods
Core sample catchers for use with coring tools for obtaining core samples from subterranean formations may include at least one flap catcher member configured to be movably coupled to an inner barrel of the coring tool and configured to move between an open position and a closed position. A piston member including a central bore may be disposed in a passageway extending through the inner barrel. The piston member may be configured to move between a first position and a second position, the piston member configured to retain the at least one flap catcher member in the open position when the piston member is in the first position, and allow flap catcher member to move into the closed position when the piston member is in the second position.
US10202812B2 Mechanism for retaining bits on a blasthole drill
A drill bit retaining assembly includes a ring, a bit clamp member coupled to the ring, and an actuator coupled to the ring. The bit clamp member is movable via the actuator between a first position, in which the bit clamp member is configured to be engaged with a drill bit and a second position in which the bit clamp member is configured to be disengaged from the drill bit.
US10202804B2 Fence opening and fence system
Yard fences and land enclosures typically have a gate or other door structure that requires some sort of hinge, latch and looks different in overall appearance from the rest of the structure (just as the front door of a house appears different from the outer wall). Presented here is a simple mechanism by which any part of commonly used fences can be implemented as a fence opening. When closed, it appears as a continuous fence. However, when implementing the teaching herein, the space between any two fence posts can become a fence opening.
US10202803B2 Door operator having lock mechanism
A door operator comprises a rotary shaft, a chain disk for rotating the rotary shaft, and a locking mechanism for locking the rotary shaft. The locking mechanism comprises a bidirectional rotary block, a plurality of push pins and anti-rotation posts. When the chain disk rotates, the push pins urge the bidirectional rotary block to rotate the rotary shaft, and when the rotary shaft rotates, the of anti-rotation posts lock the bidirectional rotary block, and preclude the rotary shaft from rotating.
US10202800B2 Temperature-controlled window and method of controlling thereof
The invention concerns a window including a window pane with one or more glass panes, a window frame in which the window pane is provided, at least one temperature sensor arranged in or at the periphery of the window pane, and an electric circuit connected to the temperature sensor mounted on or in the window frame. The electric circuit is configured to be connected to an operation unit which is configured to regulate the incident light through the window pane. The invention furthermore concerns a method for controlling a window wherein the electric circuit controls the means configured to regulate the incident light through the window pane based on a set of parameters. The parameters are determined on the basis of the orientation and geographical position of the window whereby the supply of free energy is optimized and the amount of energy supplied from energy sources in the room is reduced. In an embodiment the window can be controlled by means of an application configured to run on a mobile communication unit.
US10202799B2 Double backbone core for automated door assembly line, door comprising same and method of using same
The present invention relates to a double backbone core for automated hollow door manufacture and a door comprising same. The double backbone core comprises an expandable core component comprising two backbones with relatively smaller cells running parallel to one another along the length dimension of the door, wherein the core is formed from a plurality of interconnected strips.
US10202796B2 Press fit storm window system
A system for mounting a panel within an existing window frame. The system includes an elongated fin portion and an elongated carrier. The fin portion has a ridge section, an extension extending from the base end of the ridge section, and a crosspiece coupled to a distal end of the extension. The ridge section tapers from its base end to a deflectable and compressible tip of the ridge section. The crosspiece includes a pair of shoulders at opposite ends of the crosspiece. Each shoulder protrudes laterally beyond the extension. The elongated carrier has a receiving slot opposite a panel gap. The receiving slot has a neck laterally narrower than an interior cavity of the receiving slot. The receiving slot is configured to securely receive the crosspiece of the bulb and to confine the shoulders of the crosspiece.
US10202792B2 Refrigerator
A refrigerator includes a cabinet defining a storage compartment, a door configured to open and close the storage compartment, and a door opening device configured to open the door. The door opening device includes a driving unit and a pushing member configured to be pushed out by the driving unit to thereby open the door. The pushing member includes a first rack configured to be driven by the driving unit in a first direction, and a second rack configured to be driven by the driving unit in the first direction. The first rack is slidably coupled to the second rack to thereby move relative to the second rack.
US10202787B2 Retaining feature for an adjustment rod clip
An adjustment rod assembly includes an adjustment rod clip with a top portion, a bottom portion, and a clip connector coupling the top portion and the bottom portion, a lever to receive the bottom portion of the adjustment rod clip, and a cover, including a recessed cover to receive the top portion of the adjustment rod clip, and at least one retaining feature extending from the recessed cover portion, wherein the at least one retaining feature releasably engages the adjustment rod clip to prevent the rotation and translation of the adjustment rod clip.
US10202784B2 Clutch and handle for lockable mechanism
A clutch and handle for applying rotation to a lockable mechanism is disclosed. In particular, the handle is adapted to prevent damage to the handle or a lockable mechanism when excess pressure or torque is applied to the handle. The torque limiting clutch mechanism limits the torque which can be applied by the handle such as to a lockable mechanism for securing a leaf within a frame. The torque limiting clutch mechanism comprises first and second rotors in confrontation to transmit rotational drive from the handle to the lockable mechanism. The first and second rotors are arranged to slip against each other beyond a maximum transferred torque.
US10202781B1 Swimming pool aerator
The swimming pool aerator is an after-market accessory that is adapted for use with an existing swimming pool. Moreover, the swimming pool aerator utilizes circulated water to dispense via a two-tier water spray profile, which enables heat provided along a top portion of the swimming pool to be more effectively released. The swimming pool aerator features a sprayer body that generates a top tier water spray profile and a bottom tier water spray profile. The top tier water spray profile has smaller water droplets when compared to the bottom tier water spray profile. The swimming pool aerator includes an elbow member that is adapted to connect with a pressurized water source. The elbow member includes a shoulder where a seal is provided. A housing rests atop of the shoulder of the elbow member.
US10202777B1 Securement devices for securing molding to a surface, and methods of securing molding to a surface
This disclosure includes a securement device for securing molding to a surface. The securement device has a base attached to a surface. A stem extends from the base and has a top portion opposite from the base. A pair of flexible curved structures extends laterally from opposite sides of the stem toward the base.
US10202774B2 Fitting external insulation systems to buildings
There is disclosed a method of retro-fitting an external insulation system to a building, and a retro-fit external insulation system for a building. One disclosed method comprising the steps of: mounting a plurality of support elements (16) to an existing external surface (14) of a wall (12) of a building (10); providing a plurality of surface panels (22), each of which comprises an internal wall-facing surface (36) and an external surface (38); arranging the surface panels so that they cover at least a substantial part of the existing external surface of the wall; mounting each surface panel to one or more of the support elements, so that cavities (40) are defined between the internal wall-facing surfaces of the panels and the existing external surface of the wall; and supplying flowable insulation material (42) into the cavities; in which the step of mounting the support elements to the external surface comprises positioning at least one adjustable one-piece spacer (108) between each support element and the surface, the spacer comprising a first end (112) which abuts the surface and a second end (114) which abuts the support element, and adjusting the spacer to vary a space (110) between the support element and the surface.
US10202772B2 Self-actuating flood guard
An upper level of a multi-level building is guarded from flooding by water present in one of the levels of the building where the upper level is reached from the lower level (or vice versa) by connecting stairs. A flight of stairs bridging the levels is buoyant and pivotally connected to the building at one end of the flight adjacent one of the levels such that on occasion of water rising originating in one of the levels, the flight rotates upward on the axis of the pivot to block water from entering the upper level.
US10202770B2 Reinforcing element and method for producing a reinforcing element
A reinforcing element includes a first and a second reinforcing mat having metal mat rods, which are welded at angles to each other at junction points, which reinforcing mats are held spaced apart from each other at a normal distance by rod-shaped spacers with respect to the first mat plane and the second mat plane of the reinforcing mats. The spacers are metal and are permanently connected to individual mat rods of the first and second reinforcing mat by welding connections, preferably resistance welding connections, wherein at least individual spacers protrude outward at least beyond the first mat plane of the first reinforcing mat in a direction pointing away from the second reinforcing mat by a first protrusion length. Further, a double wall is furnished with the reinforcing element and a method produces the reinforcing element and the double wall.
US10202768B2 Directly printed panel having a two-layer design
The present invention relates to a panel (10) and to a method for manufacturing of such a panel with a carrier plate (11), comprising a front side and a back side, and wherein the carrier plate (11) comprises a layer system at least at the front side that is built from various polymer layers with different hardness values.
US10202765B2 Deck panel for construction
Provided is a deck panel for construction, including: an upper side deck panel which includes an upper side deck plate, an upper side truss girder which is disposed on the upper side deck plate, and an upper side reinforcement part which is coupled to the upper side deck plate or the upper side truss girder; a lateral side deck panel which includes a lateral side deck plate, a lateral side truss girder which is disposed on the lateral side deck plate, and a lateral side reinforcement part which is coupled to the lateral side deck plate or the lateral side truss girder, and is disposed on at least one lateral side of the upper side deck panel; and a coupling member which fixes the upper side deck panel and the lateral side deck panel.
US10202754B2 Thermal wall anchor
A wall anchor for use in a cavity wall to connect to a veneer tie to join an inner wythe and an outer wythe of the cavity wall includes an elongate body having a longitudinal axis, a driven end portion and a driving end portion. The driven end portion is adapted to be threadedly mounted on the inner wythe of the cavity wall. The driving end portion includes a drive head including a receptor opening for capturing a portion of a veneer tie. The receptor opening extends transverse to the longitudinal axis of the elongate body through the drive head. A thermal spacer is attached to the elongate bod. The thermal spacer has a conductivity less than a thermal conductivity of the elongate body and is configured and arranged to reduce thermal transfer in the cavity wall along the elongate body.
US10202752B2 Building construction
A building is constructed from a plurality of rectangular wall sections secured to one another. At least some wall sections are formed of an upper and a lower beam, vertical studs extending between the upper and lower beams and a wall panel secured to the beams and to the studs. In the invention, each beam is formed of an elongate metal sheet folded through a right angle about at least one longitudinally extending line to define at least a horizontal first plate, and a vertical second. A plurality of separately formed sheet metal brackets are secured to at least one of the plates of the folded metal sheet at preset distances from one another along the length of the beam and secured to the ends of the studs.
US10202751B2 Set-delayed cement compositions comprising pumice and associated methods
Disclosed herein is a method of cementing a surface with a set-delayed cement composition. The method comprises providing a set-delayed cement composition comprising water, pumice, hydrated lime, and a set retarder. The method further comprises placing the set-delayed cement composition into or onto a surface to be cemented and allowing the set-delayed cement composition to set in the surface.
US10202750B2 Structure and method for installing bathroom plumbing
The present invention provides a structure for installing bathroom plumbing, the structure comprising: a structural post provided with at least one board installed parallel to the structural post and at least one building floor installed perpendicular to the structural post, the at least one board and the structural post defining a first accommodation space together, the first accommodation space provided with a first discharge pipe, the building floor forming a downward recessed area adjacent to the structural post; at least one detachable floor panel installed at the downward recessed area of the building floor to define a second accommodation space, the second accommodation space communicating with the first accommodation space; at least one toilet disposed on the at least one detachable floor panel.
US10202748B2 Sanitary washing device and toilet apparatus
A sanitary washing device includes a body washing function unit, a casing, and a water supply connection unit. The body washing function unit includes a washing nozzle. The casing includes a base plate and a main body cover. The casing houses the body washing function unit in an enclosed space defined by the base plate and the main body cover. The water supply connection unit is provided in the enclosed space and has a connection port. The connection port is detachably connected to a water supply pipe. The casing has an opening at a bottom of the casing. The casing is configured such that the water supply pipe can be attached to and detached from the connection port. The connection port is disposed at a position accessible through the opening. The connection port is disposed at a position accessible from above when the main body cover is detached.
US10202747B2 Method and apparatus for controlling a waste outlet of a toilet
An apparatus for controlling the waste outlet of a toilet includes, according to an implementation, a motor comprising a Hall effect sensor that detects the rotation of the motor and generates a position signal in response thereto; a mechanical actuator coupled to the motor; a door coupled to the mechanical actuator, wherein the door is disposed at the waste outlet of the toilet; logic circuitry that receives the position signal, generates a control signal to move the door based at least in part on the position signal, and transmits the control signal to the motor. The motor operates according to the control signal to drive the mechanical actuator to move the door.
US10202746B2 Fill valve assembly
A fill valve assembly for use in a water storage tank including: a tube; an inlet valve assembly supported by the tube and including an inlet valve and a valve lever operatively coupled to the inlet valve, the inlet valve being on in a first position of the valve lever, and being off in a second position of the valve lever; a float constrained for axial movement in a direction along the tube and coupled to the valve lever; and a linkage assembly positioned between the valve lever and the tube and pivoting between a first upright position wherein the valve lever is maintained in the first position and a second folded position, the linkage assembly including a pivot axis transverse to a longitudinal axis of the tube, the float coupled to linkage assembly and constrained from axial movement when the linkage assembly is in the upright position.
US10202739B2 System and method thereof for off shore mining
A system and method of off shore mining for retrieval and extraction of heavy mineral concentrate from placer deposits or other suitable materials. The system comprises a dredge vessel and a barge, coupled in conjunction to the dredge vessel. The dredge vessel having thereon a dredging unit, at least one gravity separator and spiral separators for procurement of total heavy minerals from dredged sediment and debris. The barge is configured to acquire and process the total heavy minerals, wherein the barge has thereon at least one magnetic separator, electro-magnetic separators, and density separators for separation of desired minerals based on their physical properties. The system further comprises at least one discharge conduit for tailing of wastes, leftover after extraction and separation of desired minerals, back into water bodies.
US10202738B2 Modular tile plow
A tile plow, including a pivot bolt, a frame, a shank including a bottom at a first end of the shank, a top at a second end opposite the first end of the shank, a height measured from the bottom to the top, and a male connector, the shank hingeably connected with the frame at the pivot bolt, wherein the pivot bolt is positioned, in a direction extending from the bottom towards the top, at 66.4 percent of the height or more.
US10202734B2 Prefabricated resuable concrete pedestal element
Disclosed is a base assembly for supporting a crane pedestal. The base assembly comprises four base units, each having a first end and a second end, and each base unit being of an L-shape with an outside beveled corner. Fastening devices connect each base unit at their first and second end to respective first and second ends of another of the four base units. The four base units are dimensioned so that, when connected by said fastening devices, they form an octagonal-shaped base structure. The four base units are also dimensioned to support four pads that each rest on a face of each unit adjacent to its beveled corner when the four base units are assembled in the octagonal-shaped base structure. Also disclosed is a method for assembling a base assembly for supporting a crane pedestal and a fastening device for connecting the ends of two units together.
US10202733B2 Method of using low-density, freezable fluid to create a flow barrier in a well
Disclosed herein is a temporary wellbore sealant, comprising water, a gelling agent; and a filler, wherein: the filler has a lower specific gravity than the water of the sealant; and the sealant has a lower specific heat than the water of the sealant and a method of temporarily sealing a liquid filled wellbore therewith.
US10202732B2 Erosion prevention plank with interior lattice
An erosion control plank is provided. The plank is a lattice of intersecting vertical walls and horizontal walls and includes an opening to permit a stake to secure the plank over an eroded region. The plank can be secured by a stake. The eroded region is filled with appropriate fill material which would pass through the lattice. Plants and other growth are introduced onto the plank and fill material on or through the lattice where their root networks would help secure the fill and the plank and prevent erosion. The plank is rectangular and includes connectors to permit multiple planks to be secured to one another in both a horizontal and vertical relationship, allowing the erosion control planks to fit over any of a variety of eroded surfaces and to prevent erosion from occurring there again. The erosion control planks may also be used on a non-eroded area to prevent the onset of erosion.
US10202731B2 Method for planning and designing debris flow drainage channels and applications thereof
A method for planning and designing a debris flow drainage channel is provided. The position and total length of the drainage channel and a longitudinal slope of a gully bed of the drainage channel are determined. An inlet section, an outlet section and an acceleration section of the drainage channel are formed as fully lined channel type. After determining the length of the inlet section and the included angle between the side wall of the inlet section and the main channel, the length of the outlet section and the included angle between the side wall of the outlet section and the main channel, and the length of the acceleration section, the channel type and the length of the main channel section are also determined.
US10202728B1 Sliding groove type friction pendulum high-pier bridge seismic mitigation and isolation bearing
A sliding groove type friction pendulum high-pier bridge seismic mitigation and an isolation bearing. The bearing includes an upper connecting steel plate, a lower connecting steel plate, and a frictional sliding component clamped between the upper connecting steel plate and the lower connecting steel plate. The frictional sliding component includes an upper bearing plate, a lower bearing plate, and a hyperbolic spheroid. The upper bearing plate and the lower bearing plate are disposed on corresponding connecting steel plates, and are mounted and cooperate by using a plurality of parallel protrusions and grooves. The hyperbolic spheroid is disposed between the upper bearing plate and the lower bearing plate. A plurality of hysteretic damping components, bearing positioning structures, butterfly-shaped spring components, and bearing limiting structures are disposed on opposite surfaces of the upper bearing plate and the lower bearing plate in a circumferential direction.
US10202724B2 Doctor control systems for papermaking machines and related methods
A papermaking machine includes a Yankee dryer, a doctor, and a doctor blade loading control system. The doctor blade loading control system includes a first doctor loading cylinder coupled to the doctor and configured to selectively apply a loading force to the doctor, a second doctor loading cylinder coupled to the doctor and configured to selectively apply a loading force to the doctor, a first air line in communication with the first doctor loading cylinder, a second air line in communication with the second doctor loading cylinder, a first electronic pressure controller configured to control a loading pressure of the first doctor loading cylinder on the doctor based on a first loading pressure setpoint, and a second electronic pressure controller configured to control a loading pressure of the second doctor loading cylinder on the doctor based on a second loading pressure setpoint.
US10202719B2 Laundry treating appliance with tub having a flexible portion
A vertical axis laundry treating appliance including a chassis defining a chassis interior, a tub disposed within the chassis interior and defining a tub interior, and a perforated wash basket disposed for rotation within the tub interior, wherein the tub includes a lower tub portion, an upper tub portion, and a flexible intermediate portion.
US10202712B2 Producing spinnable and dyeable polyester fibers
The present invention relates to a process for producing dyed polyester fibers (C) from a terephthalate polyester (A), at least one polyester-containing additive (B) and optionally at least one component (G). The polyester-containing additive is obtainable by condensation of the monomers of an aliphatic 1,ω-diol, of an aliphatic 1,ω-dicarboxylic acid and of an aromatic 1,ω-dicarboxylic acid. Optionally, chain extenders (V) are also used in the production of the polyester-containing additive (B). For fiber production, the components (A), (B) and optionally (G) are mixed, melted in an extruder and extruded through spinneret dies. These polyester fibers (C) are preferably used in the production of dyed textile fabrics (F).
US10202711B2 Tunable surface
An article can have a surface with selected wetting properties for various liquids.
US10202710B2 Process for producing group III nitride crystal and apparatus for producing group III nitride crystal
A large Group III nitride crystal of high quality with few defects such as a distortion, a dislocation, and warping is produced by vapor phase epitaxy. A method for producing a Group III nitride crystal includes: a first Group III nitride crystal production process of producing a first Group III nitride crystal 1003 by liquid phase epitaxy; and a second Group III nitride crystal production process of producing a second Group III nitride crystal 1004 on the first crystal 1003 by vapor phase epitaxy by causing a Group III element metal to react with an oxidizing agent and nitrogen-containing gas. In the first Group III nitride crystal production process, the surfaces of seed crystals 1003a (preliminarily provided Group III nitride) are brought into contact with an alkali metal melt, a Group III element and nitrogen are cause to react with each other in a nitrogen-containing atmosphere in the alkali metal melt, and the Group III nitride crystals are bound together by growth of the Group III nitride crystals grown from the seed crystals 1003a to produce a first crystal 1003.
US10202709B2 Method for manufacturing silicon carbide single crystal
A method for manufacturing a silicon carbide single crystal includes: packing a silicon carbide source material into a crucible, the silicon carbide source material having a flowability index of not less than 70 and not more than 100; and sublimating the silicon carbide source material by heating the silicon carbide source material.
US10202704B2 Side feed system for Czochralski growth of silicon ingots
A Czochralski growth system is described comprising a growth chamber, a feed port, and a feed chamber comprising a container for feedstock and a feeder. The feed port is disposed in at least one side wall of the growth chamber, and the feed chamber is attached to the growth chamber at the feed port. The feeder is insertable into the growth chamber through the feed port and supplies the feedstock into the growth chamber. Preferably this system can be used for producing silicon ingots using a continuous Czochralski method.
US10202697B1 Chlorine generating system
A chlorine generating cell and method of use are provided. The chlorine generating cell generally comprises one or more anode plates, one or more cathode plates, and one or more gaskets. The anode and cathode plates have a unique design allowing gas that builds up within the cell to escape, making the chlorine cell of the present invention safe.
US10202696B2 Electrochemical hydrogen pump
Provided is an electromechanical hydrogen pump, including: (i) an electrolyte membrane; (ii) an anode electrode layer and an anode diffusion layer that are provided at one side of the electrolyte membrane; (iii) a cathode electrode layer and a cathode diffusion layer that are provided at the other side of the electrolyte membrane; (iv) an anode seal that has openings each surrounding the anode diffusion layer; (v) a cathode seal that has openings each surrounding the cathode diffusion layer; (vi) an anode separator that is placed on an outer side of the anode diffusion layer; and (vii) a cathode separator that is placed on an outer side of the cathode diffusion layer, wherein no spaces are provided between the anode diffusion layer and the anode seal or between the cathode diffusion layer and the cathode seal.
US10202695B2 Photoelectrolysis system and method
A photoelectrolysis system includes at least one photoelectrochemical (PEC) cell having at least one photoanode and at least one photocathode. A light concentrator provides concentrated light to PEC cell. The PEC cell electrolyzes the electrolyte into H2 and O2 in response to excitons generated by the concentrated light on the PEC cell. An electrolyte flow apparatus moves the electrolyte over surfaces of one or both of the photoanode and the photocathode at a flow rate that is based on one or more characteristics of the photoelectrolysis.
US10202689B2 Laminate and gas barrier film
A laminate (10) includes: a first substrate (11); an atomic layer deposition film (12) that is an inorganic oxide layer disposed on a first surface (11a) of the first substrate; a second substrate (14) disposed on one surface of the atomic layer deposition film; and a first adhesive layer (13) disposed between the atomic layer deposition film and the second substrate for adhering the atomic layer deposition film to the second substrate.
US10202687B2 Substrate processing method and substrate processing apparatus
There is provided a substrate processing method using a processing chamber that is provided with a first process gas supply region, a first exhaust port through which a first process gas supplied to the first process gas supply region is exhausted, a second process gas supply region, a second exhaust port through which a second process gas supplied to the second process gas supply region is exhausted, and a communication space through which the first exhaust port and the second exhaust port communicate with each other, wherein an exhaust pressure in the first exhaust port is set higher than an exhaust pressure in the second exhaust port by a predetermined pressure so as to perform a substrate process while preventing infiltration of the second process gas into the first exhaust port.
US10202680B2 Apparatus for manufacturing display apparatus
An apparatus for manufacturing a display apparatus, the apparatus including an organic material supply unit; a bagging pump unit that is connected to the organic material supply unit such that the organic material supply unit supplies an organic material to the bagging pump unit; an organic material adjusting unit that is connected to the bagging pump unit such that the bagging pump unit selectively supplies the organic material to the organic material adjusting unit; and a nozzle unit that is connected to the organic material adjusting unit such that the organic material adjusting unit adjusts an amount of the organic material provided to the nozzle unit, the nozzle unit changing the organic material into particles and spraying the particles.
US10202672B2 Magnesium casting alloy and method of manufacturing same
A magnesium casting alloy is provided in which unlike an extruded alloy, a large amount of energy and a large cost are not needed for plastic processing, and in which in a high-temperature region of about 200 to 250° C., both mechanical properties and thermal conductivity are achieved. A magnesium casting alloy including Mg, Zn and Y, where a content of Zn is equal to or more than 1.2 atomic % but equal to or less than 4.0 atomic %, a content of Y is equal to or more than 1.2 atomic % but equal to or less than 4.0 atomic %, a composition ratio Zn/Y of Zn to Y is equal to or more than 0.65 but equal to or less than 1.35 and an Mg purity of an Mg mother phase is equal to or more than 97.0%.
US10202669B2 Process for the production of a PGM-enriched alloy
A process for production of a PGM (platinum group metal)-enriched alloy containing iron and PGM(s) (platinum, palladium and/or rhodium) includes steps of: (1) providing a sulfur-free PGM collector alloy, (2) providing a copper- and sulfur-free material capable of forming a molten slag-type composition including silicon dioxide and magnesium and/or calcium oxide, (3) melting the PGM collector alloy and slag-forming material within a converter until a multi-phase system of a lower high-density molten mass of PGM collector alloy and an upper low-density molten mass of slag-type composition has formed, (4) contacting an oxidizing gas with the lower high-density molten mass of step (3) until conversion of the PGM collector alloy into a PGM-enriched alloy, (5) separating an upper molten slag formed in step (4) from the PGM-enriched alloy by difference in density, (6) allowing the separated molten masses to cool down and solidify, and (7) collecting the solidified PGM-enriched alloy.
US10202666B2 Process for treating steel alloys for gears
A process for treating a steel alloy component includes the steps of: providing a steel alloy component having a plurality of teeth with a root portion and a tip; and processing the steel alloy so that the root portion of the gear teeth are hardened without through hardening of the tips of the gear teeth.
US10202664B2 High strength cold rolled steel sheet
The present invention relates to high strength cold rolled steel sheet suitable for applications in automobiles, construction materials and the like, specifically high strength steel excellent in formability. In particular, the invention relates to cold rolled steel sheets having a tensile strength of at least 980 MPa and a method for producing such steel sheet.
US10202661B2 Recovering chrome from a tannery process
A system and method for a chromium recovery process for recovering chromium from byproducts resulting from a tannery process. A system and process for solubilizing chromium contained in the oil byproduct into the remaining water content within the oil and extracting the water from the oil with the chromium sufficiently solubilized in the water such that the chromium content in the oil is sufficiently reduced below hazardous levels.
US10202659B2 Primers and methods for detecting human hepatitis C virus (HCV) variants in an isolated sample
The invention relates to an in vitro method for determining in an isolated sample of a subject the presence of one or more Human Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) sequence variants comprising reverse transcription and amplifying HCV RNAs molecules using specific sets of primers allowing the amplification of the HCV regions named 5′-UTR-Core and NS5B. The method includes an step for purifying the amplified regions and a sequencing step of the amplified fragments. The invention also includes specific oligonucleotides than are used as primers in the method, as well as kits including one or more of these oligonucleotides as sets of primers.
US10202656B2 Dividing of reporter proteins by DNA sequences and its application in site specific recombination
Methods and constructs for inserting an intron into a reporter protein coding sequence in a eukaryotic cell and their application of monitoring and reporting genomic modifications are provided. Various related compositions, cells and kits are also provided.
US10202655B2 Methods for making plants resistant to fungal pathogens
This invention relates to polynucleotide sequences encoding genes that can confer resistance to the plant pathogen Colletotrichum, which causes anthracnose stalk rot, leaf blight and top dieback in corn and other cereals. It further relates to plants and seeds of plants carrying chimeric genes comprising said polynucleotide sequences, which enhance or confer resistance to the plant pathogen Colletotrichum, and processes of making said plants and seeds. The invention further presents sequences that can be used as molecular markers that in turn can be used to identify the region of interest in corn lines resulting from new crosses and to quickly and efficiently introgress the genes from corn lines carrying said genes into other corn lines that do not carry said genes, in order to make them resistant to Colletotrichum and resistant to stalk rot.
US10202650B2 Methods for monitoring ELOVL2, KLF14 and PENK gene expression following treatment with vitamin C
Disclosed herein are methods of increasing the expression rate of epigenetic markers such as ELOVL2, KLF14, and PENK with administration of a therapeutic agent (e.g., vitamin C or its derivatives, analogs, metabolites, prodrugs, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof). Also described herein are methods of modulating the methylation pattern of epigenetic markers such as ELOVL2, KLF14, and PENK with administration of a therapeutic agent (e.g., vitamin C or its derivatives, analogs, metabolites, prodrugs, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof).
US10202646B2 Digital counting of individual molecules by stochastic attachment of diverse labels
Compositions, methods and kits are disclosed for high-sensitivity single molecule digital counting by the stochastic labeling of a collection of identical molecules by attachment of a diverse set of labels. Each copy of a molecule randomly chooses from a non-depleting reservoir of diverse labels. Detection may be by a variety of methods including hybridization based or sequencing. Molecules that would otherwise be identical in information content can be labeled to create a separately detectable product that is unique or approximately unique in a collection. This stochastic transformation relaxes the problem of counting molecules from one of locating and identifying identical molecules to a series of binary digital questions detecting whether preprogrammed labels are present. The methods may be used, for example, to estimate the number of separate molecules of a given type or types within a sample.
US10202641B2 Error correction in amplification of samples
Disclosed herein are methods and systems for correcting errors in sample amplification, including the errors occurred in determining the number of targets in samples. In some embodiments, the method comprises: stochastically barcoding a plurality of targets in the samples using oligonucleotides comprising stochastic barcodes to generate stochastically barcoded targets; contacting one or more defined barcoded primers with each of the one or more samples; and determining an amplification noise.
US10202640B2 Single cell analysis of T cells using high-throughput multiplex amplification and deep sequencing
Methods and oligonucleotide reagents for analyzing individual T cells are disclosed. In particular, the present disclosure provides methods for analyzing individual T cells using high-throughput multiplex amplification and deep sequencing of nucleic acids encoding T cell receptors (TCRs) and various other T cell phenotypic markers. The present disclosure further provides methods of reconstituting TCRs from individual T cells for functional studies, ligand discovery, or screening therapeutics.
US10202637B2 Methods for analyzing nucleic acid
The invention generally relates to methods for analyzing nucleic acids. In certain aspects, methods of the invention involve obtaining a sample including a nucleic acid template. A plurality of molecular inversion probes are tiled across a portion of the template. The probes are designed such that immediately adjacent probes hybridize to opposite strands of the nucleic acid template and probes on the same strand hybridize to the template in an overlapping manner. A region between targeting arms of a plurality of the molecular inversion probes is filled-in with nucleotides, and the filled-in region of a plurality of the probes is analyzed to obtain sequence information about the nucleic acid template.
US10202630B2 Temperature shift for high yield expression of polypeptides in yeast and other transformed cells
Methods for producing heterologous proteins are disclosed. In particular, the present disclosure provides improved methods of producing desired proteins, including multi-subunit proteins such as antibodies, with a higher yield and improved purity. In exemplary embodiments, the transformed cells are a yeast, e.g., methylotrophic yeast such as Pichia pastoris.
US10202629B2 Methods for amplification of nucleic acids utilizing clamp oligonucleotides
The present invention provides methods of amplifying a target nucleic acid utilizing a clamp oligonucleotide comprising a first target-binding region on the 3′-terminus and a second target-binding region on the 5′-terminus and tether region in between. The tether region may comprise a variety of user-defined sequences or elements that allow for further manipulation of the target nucleic acid. Such as, for example, capture followed by amplification, identification and/or sequencing. The target-binding regions bind to the target nucleic acid, the 3′-terminus functions as a primer to initiate extension across the target nucleic acid sequence and ligation of the gap results in formation of a circularized nucleic acid. This circular template can be used in a variety of processes, including amplification and sequencing.
US10202628B2 Assembly of nucleic acid sequences in emulsions
Methods and compositions for synthesizing nucleic acid sequences in an emulsion are provided.
US10202627B2 Method for producing trehangelin
An object of the present invention is to provide enzymes and a DNA encoding the enzymes that are involved in biosynthesis of trehangelin which has the potential to be a therapeutic agent for photosensitivity disorder and cosmetics, and to provide a method for producing trehangelin by utilizing the enzymes and a recombinant microorganism. The present invention is directed to a protein having an amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 3, 5, 7 or 9, or a protein having an amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 3, 5, 7 or 9 in which one to several amino acids are deleted, substituted, added and/or inserted or an amino acid sequence having 60% or more homology with the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 3, 5, 7 or 9 and having an enzyme activity involved in biosynthesis of trehangelin; and a DNA encoding said protein.
US10202626B2 Compositions and methods for producing benzylisoquinoline alkaloids
The present invention relates to host cells that produce compounds that are characterized as benzylisoquinolines, as well as select precursors and intermediates thereof. The host cells comprise one, two or more heterologous coding sequences wherein each of the heterologous coding sequences encodes an enzyme involved in the metabolic pathway of a benzylisoquinoline, or its precursors or intermediates from a starting compound. The invention also relates to methods of producing the benzylisoquinoline, as well as select precursors and intermediates thereof by culturing the host cells under culture conditions that promote expression of the enzymes that produce the benzylisoquinoline or precursors or intermediates thereof.
US10202624B2 Biosynthetic pathways and products
This disclosure describes biosynthesized compounds including anhydromevalonolactone and β-methyl-δ-valerolactone. This disclosure further describes biosynthetic methods for making these compounds. In some embodiments, the biosynthetic methods can include a combination of biosynthesis and chemical steps to produce β-methyl-δ-valerolactone. Finally, this disclosure described recombinant cells useful for the biosynthesis of these compounds.
US10202617B2 Expression cassette for efficient surface display of antigenic proteins
An expression cassette, wherein said expression cassette comprises: (a) an ie 1 promoter from white spot syndrome virus or a variant thereof; (b) a nucleic acid sequence encoding an N-terminal gp64 signal peptide or variant thereof, a nucleic acid sequence encoding an antigenic peptide, a nucleic acid encoding a transmembrane region, and a nucleic acid encoding a gp64 cytoplasmic region or variant thereof; in which the promoter is operably linked to the nucleic acid sequence.
US10202614B2 Digestibility of plant biomass
Plants described herein have increased biomass and are more readily digested into fermentable sugars when the plants express increased levels of one or more types of CGR2 and/or CGR3 enzymes.
US10202609B2 Microorganisms producing L-amino acids and process for producing L-amino acids using the same
Disclosed are a recombinant microorganism having enhanced L-amino acid producibility, wherein the recombinant microorganism is transformed to have an inactivated phage receptor thereof, and a method of producing an L-amino acid using the recombinant microorganism. The use of the recombinant microorganism may enable the production of the L-amino acid in a highly efficient manner.
US10202606B2 Complex containing oligonucleotide having immunopotentiating activity and use thereof
The present invention provides an oligodeoxynucleotide containing humanized K type CpG oligodeoxynucleotide and poly deoxyadenylate, wherein the poly deoxyadenylate is placed on the 3′-side of the humanized K type CpG oligodeoxynucleotide. In addition, the present invention provides a complex containing the aforementioned oligodeoxynucleotide and β-1,3-glucan.
US10202602B2 Oligonucleotide analogues having modified intersubunit linkages and/or terminal groups
Oligonucleotide analogs comprising modified intersubunit linkages and/or modified 3′ and/or 5′-end groups are provided. The disclosed compounds are useful for the treatment of diseases where inhibition of protein expression or correction of aberrant mRNA splice products produces beneficial therapeutic effects.
US10202601B2 C/EBPα short activating RNA compositions and methods of use
The invention relates to saRNA targeting a C/EBPα transcript and therapeutic compositions comprising said saRNA. Methods of using the therapeutic compositions are also provided.
US10202600B2 AAV-based treatment of cholesterol-related disorders
The invention in some aspects relates to methods and compositions for assessing the effectiveness of miRNA inhibitors. In other aspects of the invention, methods and compositions for treating cholesterol related disorders are provided. In one aspect of the invention, miRNA inhibitors against miR-122 and rAAV-based compositions comprising the same are provided.
US10202592B2 Polypeptides having xylanase activity and polynucleotides encoding same
The present invention relates to isolated polypeptides having xylanase activity and isolated polynucleotides encoding the polypeptides. The invention also relates to nucleic acid constructs, vectors, and host cells comprising the polynucleotides as well as methods of producing and using the polypeptides.
US10202591B2 Methods and compositions for treatment of glycogen storage diseases and glycogen metabolism disorders
The present disclosure provides for compositions comprising a chimeric polypeptide comprising a polypeptide effective for treating glycogen storage disease and an internalizing moiety that promotes delivery into cells. In certain embodiments, the polypeptide effective for treating glycogen storage disease is an acid alpha-glucosidase (GAA), a laforin, an amyloglucosidase (AGL), a malin, or an alpha amylase. The present disclosure also provides for methods for decreasing glycogen accumulation in cells or for treating glycogen storage diseases, including Forbes-Cori Disease, Andersen Disease, von Gierke Disease, Pompe Disease, and Lafora Disease, comprising administering the chimeric polypeptide disclosed herein.
US10202585B2 Modification of enzymatic crosslinkers for controlling properties of crosslinked matrices
Improved matrix or hydrogel that is formed by enzymatic crosslinking of polymers wherein the crosslinking enzyme molecules have been modified for the purpose of improving the crosslinking density, mechanical properties, or other properties of the matrix, and/or to provide improved control over the rate and/or extent of crosslinking, wherein the enzyme molecules are modified to alter the perceived volume of the enzyme molecules in the crosslinked matrix being formed. Methods of production and of use are also provided.
US10202582B2 Duck enteritis virus and the uses thereof
The present invention relates to DEV and the uses thereof. The invention is particularly suited to vaccinate poultry against avian pathogens.
US10202581B2 Methods and compositions for production of vaccinia virus
Certain embodiments are directed to viral production processes for the large scale production of vaccinia virus.
US10202573B2 Apparatus for accelerating reproduction of odor from air-conditioner and method for the same
The present invention relates to an apparatus and a method that can accelerate reproduction of odor from an air-conditioner by segmenting microorganisms, a temperature/humidity condition and nutrients for metabolism of the microorganisms as conditions for reproducing the odor from the air-conditioner and setting the segmented microorganisms, a temperature/humidity condition and nutrients for metabolism of the microorganisms according to an accelerated condition thereof.
US10202572B2 Culture container, culture observation apparatus and culture observation method
A culture container includes a first transparent member being capable of keeping a predetermined temperature; a second transparent member facing to the first transparent member; a housing member to which the first transparent member and the second transparent member are adhered forming a culture space being capable of housing a well plate together with the first transparent member and the second transparent member; and a sealing member for sealing a liquid injected into the culture space between the first transparent member and the housing member.
US10202569B2 Radial microfluidic devices and methods of use
A microfluidic device for simulating a function or response of a tissue is disclosed. The device includes an inlet for receiving a fluid in the device, and an outlet for removing the fluid from the device. The device further includes a fluid channel in fluid communication with the inlet and the outlet for flowing the fluid through the device. The fluid channel defines a chamber well that receives cells associated with the tissue. The device also includes an interface structure between the fluid channel and the chamber well for permitting migration of at least one of cells, particulates, chemicals, molecules, liquids, or gases between the fluid within the fluid channel and the chamber well.
US10202568B2 Automated cell culture system and method
An automated method for culturing stem cells using a robotic liquid handling system including a translatable bed and a movable multichannel pipette. The method includes the steps of: locating a first multi-well cell culture plate and a multi-trough plate on the bed; placing a suspension of stem cells in at least one trough of the multi-trough plate; using the multi-channel pipette, transferring a portion of the suspension of stem cells to each well of the first multi-well cell culture plate such that at least two of the wells of the first multi-well cell culture plate have different densities of stem cells; selecting a well of the first multi-well cell culture plate having a desired stem cell density; locating a second multi-well cell culture plate; and using the multi-channel pipette, transferring the cells of the selected well to a plurality of wells of the second multi-well cell culture plate.
US10202565B2 Container for fabric treatment composition
A container for a fabric treatment composition having: (a) a container floor extending to a floor boundary; (b) a sump adjacent to at least a portion of the container floor, wherein a portion of the container floor adjacent the sump has a container floor elevation head, wherein the sump has a sump elevation head less than the container floor elevation head adjacent the sump, at least a portion of the sump being located on a longitudinal axis of the container; (c) a peripheral wall extending from the container floor; and (e) a needle piercable membrane operatively engaged with the peripheral wall to define an interior volume, wherein the interior volume contains between about 10 mL and about 100 mL a liquid fabric treatment composition.
US10202563B2 Cleaning fluid and cleaning method
A cleaning fluid for cleaning a site to which ink adheres in an inkjet printer which ejects aqueous inkjet ink containing a pigment and alkali-soluble resin having an acid group in a molecule, wherein the cleaning fluid contains an amphoteric surfactant, a basic compound, and water, a pH range of the cleaning fluid is from 9 to 12, the amphoteric surfactant is at least one selected from a group consisting of dimethyl lauryl amine oxide, lauryl dimethyl amino acetic acid betaine and a 2-al-kyl-n-carboxymethyl-n-hydroxyethyl imidazolinium betaine and is contained in an amount of 0.1 to 3% by mass to the total amount of the cleaning fluid.
US10202562B2 Membrane-based processes for selectively fractionating essential oils
The present disclosure in general relates to a process for (1) reducing impurities, i.e. undesirable natural components such as waxes and undesirable synthetic materials such as agrochemicals and other environmental pollutants, or (2) fractionation of natural components present in an essential oil using at least one selective membrane.
US10202561B2 Lubricating compositions for motor vehicles
Disclosed are lubricating compositions and base oils for motor vehicles, specifically for engines, gearboxes, or vehicle axle assemblies. The lubricating composition contains an oil-soluble polymer that is a specific polyalkyl glycol or a specific polyalkylene glycol (PAG). Also described is use of the lubricating composition for reducing fuel consumption in a vehicle provided with an engine, an axle assembly, or a gearbox that are lubricated using the lubricating composition or the specific PAG.
US10202557B2 Methods of producing calcined coke from bio-oil and calcined coke produced thereby
Disclosed are methods of producing calcined coke from bio-oil from a biomass feedstock. Also disclosed are calcined cokes produced by such methods.
US10202554B2 Process and plant for the recovery and utilization of higher olefins in the olefin synthesis from oxygenates
A process and a plant for producing olefins from oxygenates such as methanol and/or dimethyl ether are proposed, in which initially the oxygenates are converted to a primary product containing propylene, other olefins, paraffins and aromatics in an olefin synthesis reactor. The primary product is separated into hydrocarbon fractions of different C chain length, wherein short-chain olefins such as propylene are obtained and beside further fractions there is also obtained a C7− fraction which contains C5/C6 olefins, as well as a C7+ fraction which contains aromatics. From the latter, the aromatics are separated and alkylated with the C5/C6 olefins to obtain alkyl aromatics. The same are hydrogenated completely and recirculated to the olefin synthesis reactor, where they likewise are converted to short-chain olefins.
US10202553B2 Hydroprocessing catalyst for heavy hydrocarbon oil, method for manufacturing hydroprocessing catalyst for heavy hydrocarbon oil, and hydroprocessing method for heavy hydrocarbon oil
The hydroprocessing catalyst for a heavy hydrocarbon oil, includes, as a carrier, a phosphorus-silica-containing alumina carrier containing 0.1% by mass to 4% by mass of phosphorus in terms of oxide based on the carrier, and 0.1% by mass to 1.5% by mass of silica based on the carrier, the carrier supporting 8% by mass to 20% by mass of at least one selected from metals in Group 6 of the periodic table in terms of oxide based on the catalyst and 2% by mass to 6% by mass of at least one selected from metals in Groups 8 to 10 of the periodic table in terms of oxide based on the catalyst.
US10202551B2 Dewatering compositions and methods
The present invention is drawn to dewatering components and methods for their use. As particularly preferred, the invention relates to dewatering components comprising a cationic starch and/or a tannin capable of separating and/or resolving oil-in-water emulsions, water-in-oil emulsions, particularly in crude petroleum oil.
US10202542B2 Aqueous slurry for particulates transportation
An aqueous slurry composition for use in industries such as petroleum and pipeline industries comprises an aqueous liquid, particulates, a hydrophobizing agent that renders the particulate surface hydrophobic and a hydrophobic polymer. The slurry is produced by rendering the surface of the particulate hydrophobic during or prior to making the slurry. The method and composition can find many applications in different industries, particularly in petroleum industry.
US10202538B2 Method for inhibiting structure II gas hydrate formation
The present invention provides a method for inhibiting structure II (sII) gas hydrate formation which comprises treating (i) a gas hydrate inhibitor and (ii) at least one additive selected from the group consisting of N-hexyl-N-methyl-pyrrolidinium tetrafluoroborate (HMP-BF4), M-hydroxyethyl-N-methyl-pyrrolidinium tetrafluoroborate (HEMP-BF4), N-ethyl-N-methyl-immidazolium tetrafluoroborate (EMIM-BF4) and N-ethyl-N-methyl-pyrrolidinium tetrafluoroborate (EMP-BF4) in water, which is in contact with a gas mixture of forming structure II gas hydrate.The additives according to the present invention can exhibit the same or greater effects of inhibiting the formation of the structure II gas hydrate through an interaction, even when the amount of a gas hydrate inhibitor is reduced.
US10202528B2 Polymer and composition including same, and adhesive composition
There is provided a novel polymer, a composition containing the polymer, and a novel adhesive composition containing the polymer from which a cured film having desired properties is obtained. A polymer comprising a structural unit of Formula (1): wherein Q is a bivalent group, R1 is a C1-10 alkylene group, a C2-10 alkenylene group or C2-10 alkynylene group, a C6-14 arylene group, a C4-10 cyclic alkylene group, etc., or a polymer comprising a structural unit of Formula (6): wherein Q4 is an allyl group, a vinyl group, an epoxy group, or a glycidyl group, and R5 is a bivalent organic group having a main chain containing only carbon atom or at least one of oxygen atom, nitrogen atom and sulfur atom in addition to carbon atom, a composition comprising the polymer, and an adhesive composition comprising the polymer and a solvent.
US10202527B2 Primer-less two component polyurethane adhesive
A process of applying an adhesive to an elastomer includes the application to the elastomer of a two part adhesive formulation. The adhesive having a Part A including at least a polyol, an adhesion promoter, a chain extender, a catalyst, a water scavenger; and a Part B comprising: polyurethane prepolymer, adhesion promoter and a plasticizer. The two part adhesive formulation is cured to form the adhesive. In contrast to the prior art, no priming or surface activation is required to obtain a high strength bond to the elastomer. The resulting article of an elastomer with the resultant adhesive is sufficiently strong to result in surface peel off of the elastomer. A kit is provided for the repair of an elastomer without resort to priming the elastomer.
US10202526B2 Adhesive composition and adhesive film for touch panel
Provided are: an adhesive composition for a touch panel, including an acrylic resin, a first curing agent having one to three functional groups, a second curing agent having four to six functional groups, and an ultraviolet blocking agent containing a benzotriazole group; and an adhesive film for a touch panel, including a cured product of the composition.
US10202525B2 Pressure sensitive adhesive composition, pressure sensitive adhesive film, and method of manufacturing organic electronic device using the same
Provided are a pressure-sensitive adhesive composition, a pressure-sensitive adhesive film, and a method of manufacturing an organic electronic device using the same. The pressure-sensitive adhesive composition that may effectively prevent moisture or oxygen added to an organic electronic device from an external environment, and exhibit reliability under harsh conditions such as high temperature and high humidity and excellent optical characteristics, and a pressure-sensitive adhesive film including the same are provided.
US10202523B2 Ice adhesion reducing prepolymers and polymers
The present disclosure relates to an FPOSS prepolymer which may be reacted with a reactive coating or a polyisocyanate and/or one or more of a polysiloxane, a polyol, a polyamine and a reactive coating; an FPOSS polyisocyanate prepolymer which may be reacted with one or more of a polysiloxane, a polyol, a polyamine or a reactive coating; and an FPOSS siloxane prepolymer which may be reacted with a polyisocyanate and/or one or more of a polyol, a polyamine or a reactive coating to form cross-linked polymers capable of reducing the ability of ice to adhere to the surface of an object, in particular aircraft or other vehicles, methods of producing the prepolymers and polymers and their use in coating surfaces.
US10202521B2 Dish support rack for dishwasher
The invention pertains to a dish support rack having outstanding resistance to chemically harsh environments, and possessing improved mechanical properties, said dish support rack comprising a metal wire frame coated with a polyamide composition [composition (C)] comprising: —more than 50% wt of a polyamide [polyamide (A), herein after], more than 50% moles of recurring units of said polyamide complying with formula: —HN—(CH2)6—NH—C(O)—(CH2)8—C(O)— [recurring units (R6,10)], and, optionally: —up to 10% wt of conventional filler(s) and/or additive(s), and to a method for its manufacture.
US10202519B2 Inkjet adhesive, manufacturing method for semiconductor device, and electronic component
Provided is an inkjet adhesive which is applied using an inkjet device, wherein the adhesive can suppress generation of voids in the adhesive layer and, after bonding, can enhance adhesiveness, moisture-resistant adhesion reliability, and cooling/heating cycle reliability. An inkjet adhesive according to the present invention comprises a photocurable compound, a photo-radical initiator, a thermosetting compound having one or more cyclic ether groups or cyclic thioether groups, and a compound capable of reacting with the thermosetting compound, and the compound capable of reacting with the thermosetting compound contains aromatic amine.
US10202515B2 Water-based ink for ink-jet recording and ink cartridge
A water-based ink for ink-jet recording includes: a pigment; water; polyoxypropylene methyl glucoside; and a compound represented by the formula (1): in the formula (1), R is a straight or branched chain alkyl group having 2 to 10 carbon atoms.
US10202511B2 Hydrophilic coating film, method for producing same, humidification element, and humidification device
To provide a hydrophilic coating film that excels not only in initial humidification performance, but also in long-term humidification performance as well as to provide a production method for the hydrophilic coating film, and a humidification element. A hydrophilic coating film (7) contains porous silica gel particles (3), fine inorganic particles (2) having an average particle diameter smaller than an average pore diameter of the silica gel particles (3), and a thickener (8). A production method for the hydrophilic coating film (7) coats a base material (1) with a coating composition and dries the coated base material (1), the coating composition containing water (6), a thickener (6), porous silica gel particles (3), and fine inorganic particles (2) having an average particle diameter smaller than an average pore diameter of the silica gel particles (3).
US10202508B2 Dye compounds
Mixtures containing at least one dye compound having a diketopyrrolopyrrole structure and at least one further liquid-crystalline compound are suitable for use in devices for regulating the entry of light into a space.
US10202505B2 Polypropylene and articles thereof
The invention relates to a process for the preparation of polypropylene having: a molecular weight of 450,000-950,000, a molecular weight distribution of 3-6, and xylene soluble content of 2-6 wt %, by converting propylene into the polypropylene without pre-polymerization in the presence of a polymerization catalyst under a condition where the volume ratio of H2 to propylene is at most 0.0020, wherein the catalyst comprises a catalyst component and a co-catalyst, wherein the catalyst component is obtained by a process wherein a compound with formula Mg(OAlk)xCly wherein x is larger than 0 and smaller than 2, y equals 2−x and each Alk, independently, represents an alkyl group, is contacted with a titanium tetraalkoxide and/or an alcohol in the presence of an inert dispersant to give an intermediate reaction product and wherein the intermediate reaction product is contacted with titanium tetrachloride in the presence of an internal donor.
US10202503B2 Rubber composition for base tread
Provided is a rubber composition for base tread which can improve steering stability, rolling resistance and durability without deteriorating extrusion processability, comprising 1.8 to 3.5 parts by mass of sulfur and 36 to 60 parts by mass of filler for reinforcement comprising not less than 7 parts by mass of silica based on 100 parts by mass of a rubber component comprising:(a) not less than 0% by mass and not more than 20% by mass of (a1) a polybutadiene rubber comprising 2.5 to 20% by mass of 1,2-syndiotactic polybutadiene crystal and/or (a2) a butadiene rubber synthesized with a rare earth containing catalyst; (b) more than 5% by mass and not more than 60% by mass of (b1) a predetermined tin-modified polybutadiene rubber and/or (b2) a modified butadiene rubber modified with a predetermined compound; and (c) 40 to 75% by mass of a diene rubber other than (a) and (b).
US10202502B2 Method for producing antimicrobial polyester fiber yarn containing volcanic ash
The present invention relates to a method for producing an antimicrobial polyester fiber yarn containing volcanic ash, the method comprising the steps of: crushing and heating volcanic ash, and allowing the heated volcanic ash to collide under an air stream in an air classifier mill system to obtain volcanic ash powder; subjecting the volcanic ash powder to nano-milling to obtain nano-sized volcanic ash particles; disintegrating the volcanic ash particles to prepare nano volcanic ash; mixing the prepared nano volcanic ash with polyester for fiber use at a weight ratio of 10:90-30:70, followed by melt extrusion, thereby preparing a highly dispersed volcanic ash master batch; and mixing the volcanic ash master batch with polyester for fiber use at a weight ratio of 4:96-8:92, followed by spinning to produce an antimicrobial polyester fiber yarn.
US10202496B2 Polyvinylidene fluoride resin particles and method for producing same
A production method of polyvinylidene fluoride resin particles comprising: (Process a1) a process to precipitate the polyvinylidene fluoride resin particles by adding a 100 mass % solution in total consisting of 75 to 99 mass % organic solvent, 1 to 25 mass % water and 0.5 to 15 mass % polyvinylidene fluoride resin to a poor solvent of the polyvinylidene fluoride resin; or (Process a2) a process to precipitate polyvinylidene fluoride resin particles by performing a flash-crystallization of the solution. With such a configuration, PVDF resin particles can be industrially produced by simple operations without using surfactant agent.
US10202494B2 Block copolymers having amine or phosphine functionalized end blocks
Disclosed herein is a functionalized block copolymer comprising (a) at least one end block D comprising on average at least one amino- or phosphino-functionalized polymer unit of formula (I) and one or more additional blocks selected from the group consisting of (b) one or more A blocks substantially free of amino- or phosphino- functional groups and having a number average molecular weight of from about 1,000 to about 60,000, and has a high service temperature, and (c) one or more B blocks, wherein each block B is essentially non-functionalized, has a number average molecular weight of from about 1,000 to about 1,000,000, and has a glass transition temperature of at most about 20° C., and (d) mixtures of one or more A blocks and one or more B blocks; wherein Z is nitrogen or phosphorus; R1 is hydrogen or alkyl; R2 is hydrogen or is tertiary alkyl; R each independently, is alkyl or phenyl optionally substituted by a moiety -(A1-NRa)xRb or -(A1-ORa)xRb; or two R groups, together with the Z to which they are bonded, form an optionally substituted ring; x is 1, 2 or 3; A1 is straight chain alkylene optionally substituted by one or more methyl and/or ethyl groups; and Ra and Rb, each independently, is hydrogen or alkyl; or a corresponding onium salt.
US10202492B2 Polyetherimide sulfone compositions, method of manufacture, and articles prepared therefrom
A thermoplastic composition is described herein including a first polyetherimide sulfone having a glass transition temperature of 250 to 290° C., and a second polyetherimide sulfone having a glass transition temperature of 230 to 249° C. The composition has an advantageous combination of optical properties including improved yellowness index, transmission, and haze. A method of manufacturing the thermoplastic composition and articles including the thermoplastic composition are also described. A method for improving the optical properties of a thermoplastic composition is also disclosed, where the method includes melt mixing the first and second polyetherimide sulfones, each having a glass transition temperature as defined herein. The method provides a composition having at least one of improved yellowness, haze, and transmission.
US10202490B2 Biocompatible polymers for medical devices
The present invention relates to new classes of monomeric compounds, which may be polymerized to form novel biodegradable and bioresorble polymers and copolymers. These polymers and co-polymers, while not limited thereto, may be adapted for radio-opacity and are useful for medical device applications and controlled release therapeutic formulations.
US10202488B2 Isocyanate-free synthesis of carbonate-modified polymers
The present invention relates to an isocyanate-free and preferably solvent-free process for preparing polymers containing five-membered cyclic carbonate groups. In particular, the present invention is directed to a process for preparing polymers bearing cyclic carbonate groups by reacting carboxyl-bearing polymers selected from the group including polyesters based on di- or polyols and di- or polycarboxylic acids or derivatives thereof or poly(meth)acrylates, with hydroxyl-functionalized five-membered cyclic carbonates, without addition of isocyanates.
US10202485B2 Polymerizable composition for optical material, optical material, and method of manufacturing optical material
The polymerizable composition for an optical material of the present invention includes: (A) a compound having a carbon-carbon triple bond and at least one group selected from an isocyanate group and an isothiocyanate group in a molecule; and (B) a polythiol compound.
US10202480B2 Block copolymer
The present application provides the block copolymers and their application. The block copolymer has an excellent self assembling property and phase separation and various required functions can be freely applied thereto as necessary.
US10202477B2 Optically clear hot melt processable high refractive index adhesives
Adhesive compositions that are optically transparent include a (meth)acrylate-based copolymer having a refractive index of at least 1.48, and particles of a thermoplastic polymer. At least some of the particles have an average particle size that is larger than the wavelength of visible light. The adhesive compositions are prepared by hot melt processing packaged adhesive compositions.
US10202476B2 Polybutene preparation method
A method for preparing polybutene includes the steps of: supplying a C4 mixture to an isomerization reactor in which (i) 1-butene is isomerized into 2-butene by a hydrogen isomerization reaction using an isomerization catalyst in an isomerization zone of the isomerization reactor and (ii) iso-butene and 2-butene are separated by fractional distillation in a fractional distillation zone; supplying a C4 mixture containing 2-butene which is separated in the isomerization reactor to a skeletal isomerization reactor, in which a part of normal-butene is skeletal isomerized into iso-butene by a skeletal isomerization reaction using a skeletal isomerization catalyst, and the obtained skeletal isomerization mixture is supplied and recycled to the isomerization reactor; and supplying (i) a raw material containing the iso-butene of high concentration and which is separated from the isomerization reactor and (ii) a polymerization catalyst to a polybutene polymerization reactor and thereby producing polybutene by a polymerization reaction.
US10202473B2 Hydrophilic polymeric particles and methods for making and using same
A method of forming a particle includes, in a disperse phase within an aqueous suspension, polymerizing a plurality of mer units of a hydrophilic monomer having a hydrophobic protection group, thereby forming a polymeric particle including a plurality of the hydrophobic protection groups. The method further includes converting the polymeric particle to a hydrophilic particle.
US10202472B1 Olefin polymerization process
A process for the preparation of an ethylene polymer including the step of polymerizing ethylene or copolymerizing ethylene and one or more other olefins in the presence of a Phillips-type chromium catalyst in a gas-phase polymerization reactor containing a reactor bed of particulate polymer, wherein the gas-phase polymerization reactor is equipped with a cycle gas line, wherein the reactor gas returned to the polymerization reactor through the cycle gas line has been condensed in part and the amount of liquid in the returned reactor gas is from 0.5 wt. % to 10 wt. % based upon the total weight of the reactor gas/liquid composition, the polymerization is carried out at from 108° C. to 125° C., and an aluminum alkyl is fed into the polymerization reactor in an amount in the range of from 0.0025 mole to 0.1 mole per ton of dosed ethylene.
US10202470B2 Polymerizable composition and optically anisotropic body using same
The present invention provides a polymerizable composition containing a specific polymerizable compound and a fluorosurfactant having a specific polyoxyalkylene skeleton and having specific molecular weight. The invention also provides an optically anisotropic body, a retardation film, an antireflective film, and a liquid crystal display device that are produced using the polymerizable composition of the present invention. The present invention is useful because, when an optically anisotropic body is produced by photo-polymerization of the polymerizable composition, three features including the leveling properties of the surface of the optically anisotropic body, offset onto the substrate, and liquid crystal alignment can be improved simultaneously.
US10202466B2 Linked peptide fluorogenic biosensors
Biosensors, compositions comprising biosensors, methods of producing biosensors, and methods of using biosensors are disclosed. The biosensors comprise a fluorogen-activating peptide and a blocking peptide. The fluorogen-activating peptide and blocking peptide are covalently linked through a peptide linker. The blocking peptide associates with the fluorogen-activating peptide thereby blocking an active domain of the fluorogen-activating peptide when the linker is in an unmodified state. The peptide linker may contain an amino acid sequence that is specifically recognized as a modification substrate by a cognate enzyme. The fluorogen-activating peptide and the blocking peptide at least partially disassociate when the linker is modified by an enzyme, thereby allowing the fluorogen-activating peptide to bind a cognate fluorogen and modulate a fluorescence signal.
US10202457B2 Anti-DEspR monoclonal antibody targeted therapy and imaging for cancer and stroke
Provided herein are novel compositions comprising anti-DEspR antibodies and fragments thereof derived from 6G8G7 and 7C5B2 anti-DEspR variant antibodies, including fully human, composite engineered human, humanized, monoclonal, and polyclonal anti-DEspR antibodies and fragments thereof, and methods of their use in a variety of therapeutic applications. The compositions comprising the anti-DEspR antibodies and fragments thereof described herein are useful in diagnostic and imaging methods, such as DEspR-targeted molecular imaging of angiogenesis, and for companion diagnostic and/or in vivo non-invasive imaging and/or assessments.
US10202455B2 Molecular constructs with targeting and effector moieties comprising an SCFV specific for ectodomain of transferrin-1 receptor and fingolimod
The present disclosure provides various molecular constructs having a targeting element and an effector element. Methods for treating various diseases using such molecular constructs are also disclosed.
US10202452B2 CD3 binding polypeptides
The present invention relates to mono-specific and multi-specific polypeptides that specifically bind or interact with CD3. These polypeptides can be, but are not limited to, antibodies, fragments thereof, scFvs, Fabs, di-scFvs single domain antibodies, diabodies, dual variable domain binding proteins and polypeptides containing an antibody or antibody fragments. In one embodiment, a multi-specific polypeptide binds both a T-cell receptor complex on T-cells and a tumor antigen to induce target-dependent T-cell cytotoxicity, activation and proliferation.
US10202448B2 Anti-IL-23 antibodies
The present invention relates to anti-IL-23p19 binding compounds, in particular new humanized anti-IL-23p19 antibodies and therapeutic and diagnostic methods and compositions for using the same.
US10202446B2 Anti FGF23 antibody and a pharmaceutical composition comprising the same
To provide an antibody against FGF23 and a pharmaceutical composition such as a preventive or therapeutic agent which can prevent or treat by suppressing an action of FGF23 by using the antibody. An antibody or its functional fragment against human FGF23 produced by hybridoma C10 (Accession No. FERM BP-10772).
US10202443B2 TDP-43-binding polypeptides useful for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
Provided herein are antigen-binding constructs such as antibodies that bind to the RRM-1 domain of TDP-43. The antigen-binding constructs are capable of blocking the interaction of TDP-43 with NF-κB in cells. Also provided herein are method of using the antigen-binding constructs in the treatment of diseases associated with TPD-43 proteinopathy, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), frontotemperal lobar degeneration (FTLD), Lewy body disease and motor neuron disease.
US10202438B2 Synthetic library of specific binding molecules
The present invention provides methods for the production of a library of antigen specific antigen binding molecules having a peptide domain structure represented by the following formula (I): FW 1-CDR1-FW2-HV2-FW3a-HV4-FW3b-CDR3-FW4 comprising (1) isolating RNA from a member of a species in the Elasmobranchii subclass; (2) amplifying DNA sequences from RNA obtained; (3) selecting a DNA sequence from the database prepared; (4) amplifying DNA sequences encoding two or more contiguous peptide domains of FW1-CDR1-FW2-HV2-FW3a-HV4-FW3b-CDR3-FW4; (5) ligating together said amplified DNA sequences to form DNA sequences encoding an antigen specific binding molecule; (6) cloning the amplified DNA obtained into a display vector; and (7) transforming a host with said display vector to produce a library of said antigen specific antigen binding molecules. The invention also provides methods for the production of an antigen specific antigen binding molecule as defined, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such molecules and uses thereof in medicine.
US10202434B2 Fusion proteins of collagen-binding domain and parathyroid hormone
Fusion proteins containing active agonist or antagonist fragments of parathyroid hormone (PTH) and parathyroid hormone related peptide (PTHrP) coupled to a collagen-binding domain are presented. The fusion proteins can be used to promote bone growth, to promote hair growth, to prevent cancer metastasis to bone, to promote immune reconstitution with a bone marrow stem cell transplant, to promote mobilization of bone marrow stem cells for collection for autologous stem cell transplant, and to treat renal osteodystrophy. Pharmaceutical agents comprising a collagen-binding polypeptide segment linked to a non-peptidyl PTH/PTHrP receptor agonist or antagonist are also presented.
US10202429B2 Norrin regulation of cellular production of junction proteins and use to treat retinal vasculature edema
A method of tightening inter-cellular junctions in retinal or choroidal vessel cells includes exposing the retinal or choroidal vessel cells to norrin. Upon sufficient contact time, for norrin to selectively up-regulate gene expression of VE-cadherin or claudin-5 in the retinal or choroidal vessel cells, the inter-cellular junctions are tightened. The method is also suitable for treating retinal pigment epithelial cells in wet macular degeneration.
US10202428B2 Compositions and methods for the delivery of oxygen
H—NOX proteins are mutated to exhibit improved or optimal kinetic and thermodynamic properties for blood gas O2 delivery. The engineered H—NOX proteins comprise mutations that impart altered O2 or NO ligand-binding relative to the corresponding wild-type H—NOX domain, and are operative as physiologically compatible mammalian blood O2 gas carriers. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions, kits, and methods that use wild-type or mutant H—NOX proteins for the treatment of any condition for which delivery of O2 is beneficial.
US10202423B2 Picornavirus-like particle production in plants
A method of producing a picornavirus-like particle (PVLP) in a plant is provided. The method comprises introducing a first nucleic acid and a second nucleic acid into the plant, portion of the plant, or a plant cell. The first nucleic acid comprising a first regulatory region active in the plant operatively linked to a nucleotide sequence encoding a polyprotein. The second nucleic acid comprises a second regulatory region active in the plant and operatively linked to a nucleotide sequence encoding one or more protease. The plant, portion of the plant, or plant cell is incubated under conditions that permit the expression of the nucleic acids, thereby producing the PVLP. A PVLP comprising the polyprotein is also provided.
US10202420B2 Methods and compositions for treatment of cartilage and disc tissue pathologies
An isolated polypeptide comprising a peptide selected from: i) DHX1SDNYT, wherein X1 is L or H (SEQ ID NO:3); ii) a conservative variant of i) iii) a fragment of i) or ii); wherein the conservative variant and/or fragment retains biological activity and the peptide is 15 or less amino acids as well as recombinant cells, and uses thereof.
US10202419B2 Connective tissue stimulating peptides
Novel peptides are described which comprise an amino acid motif selected from the group consisting of “PG”, “GP”, “PI” and “IG” and having up to 10 amino acids upstream and/or downstream of the amino acid motif, wherein “P” in the motif is proline or hydroxyproline and the peptide stimulates the development, maintenance and repair of bone, cartilage and associated connective tissue. The invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions of these peptides, as well as therapeutic and prophylactic uses of such peptides.
US10202416B2 Purification method for divalent cation binding proteins on anion exchange resin
The present invention relates to a method for the purification of divalent cation binding proteins with high purity on an anion exchange resin material, to divalent cation binding proteins obtainable by said method, and to a kit comprising means for carrying out said method.
US10202409B2 1, 1′ -bis(phosphino)ferrocene ligands for alkoxycarbonylation
Compound of formula (I) where R2, R4 are each independently selected from —(C1-C12)-alkyl, —(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —(C3-C12)-heterocycloalkyl, —(C6-C20)-aryl; the R1, R3 radicals are each a —(C3-C20)-heteroaryl radical; R1, R3 may each independently be substituted by one or more substituents selected from —(C1-C12)-alkyl, —(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —(C3-C12)-heterocycloalkyl, —O—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —O—(C1-C12)-alkyl-(C6-C20)-aryl, —O—(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —S—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —S—(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —COO—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —COO—(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —CONH—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —CONH—(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —CO—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —CO—(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —N—[(C1-C12)-alkyl]2, —(C6-C20)-aryl, —(C6-C20)-aryl-(C1-C12)-alkyl, —(C6-C20)-aryl-O—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —(C3-C20)-heteroaryl, —(C3-C20)-heteroaryl-(C1-C12)-alkyl, —(C3-C20)-heteroaryl-O—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —COOH, —OH, —SO3H, —NH2, halogen; R2, R4, if they are —(C1-C12)-alkyl, —(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —(C3-C12)-heterocycloalkyl or —(C6-C20)-aryl, may each independently be substituted by one or more substituents selected from —(C1-C12)-alkyl, —(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —(C3-C12)-heterocycloalkyl, —O—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —O—(C1-C12)-alkyl-(C6-C20)-aryl, —O—(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —S—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —S—(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —COO—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —COO—(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —CONH—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —CONH—(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —CO—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —CO—(C3-C12)-cycloalkyl, —N—[(C1-C12)-alkyl]2, —(C6-C20)-aryl, —(C6-C20)-aryl-(C1-C12)-alkyl, —(C6-C20)-aryl-O—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —(C3-C20)-heteroaryl, —(C3-C20)-heteroaryl-(C1-C12)-alkyl, —(C3-C20)-heteroaryl-O—(C1-C12)-alkyl, —COOH, —OH, —SO3H, —NH2, halogen. The invention also relates to Pd complexes of the compound according to the invention, and to the use thereof in an alkoxycarbonylation process.
US10202407B2 Trisilyl amine derivative, method for preparing the same and silicon-containing thin film using the same
Provided are a novel trisilyl amine derivative, a method for preparing the same, and a silicon-containing thin film using the same, wherein the trisilyl amine derivative, which is a compound having thermal stability, high volatility, and high reactivity and being present in a liquid state at room temperature and under pressure where handling is possible, may form a high purity silicon-containing thin film having excellent physical and electrical properties by various deposition methods.
US10202405B2 Fused pentacyclic imidazole derivatives
A series of fused pentacyclic imidazole derivatives, being potent modulators of human TNFa activity, are accordingly of benefit in the treatment and/or prevention of various human ailments, including autoimmune and inflammatory disorders; neurological and neurodegenerative disorders; pain and nociceptive disorders; cardiovascular disorders; metabolic disorders; ocular disorders; and oncological disorders. In particular, the present invention is concerned with 6,7-dihydro-7,14-methanobenzimidazo[1,2-b][2,5]benzodiazocin-5(14H)-one derivatives and analogs thereof.
US10202402B2 Purification of rapamycin derivatives using temperature induced phase separation
The present invention provides methods for obtaining purified rapamycin derivatives, including purified Biolimus A9. A crystalline form of Biolimus A9 is also described.
US10202401B2 Process for making tetracyclic heterocycle compounds
The present invention is directed to a process for making Tetracyclic Heterocycle Compounds of Formula (I): and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein X1, X2, R1, R2 and R3 are defined above herein. The present invention is also directed to compounds that may be useful as synthetic intermediates in the process of the invention.
US10202397B2 Anti-cancer compounds targeting Ral GTPases and methods of using the same
Methods of inhibiting the growth or metastasis of a cancer in a subject by inhibiting a Ral GTPase in the subject, and small molecule inhibitors of Ral GTPases useful in the methods of the invention. Pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds of the invention, and methods of using the same.
US10202395B2 Macrocycle with repeating triazole-carbazole units
Disclosed herein are compositions of tricarbazole triazolophane (tricarb) of Formulas (I), (II) and (III): wherein R of Formula (I) is selected from a group consisting of alkyl (for example, C6-C18), alkyl-substituted phenyl derivatives, and substituted glycol derivatives, among others, or a combination thereof, and R, R′ and R″ of Formulas (II) and (III) are independently selected from a group consisting of alkyl (for example, C6 to C18), alkyl-substituted phenyl derivatives, and substituted glycol derivatives, or a combination thereof. The disclosure presents examples of thin films composed of the same as well as methods of binding anions from the same.
US10202391B2 Chemical compounds
The present disclosure concerns compounds of Formula (I) or pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof, wherein R1, R2 and R3 have any of the meanings defined hereinbefore in the description; processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in the treatment of cancer.
US10202389B2 Pyrazolopyrimidinyl inhibitors of ubiquitin-activating enzyme
Disclosed are chemical entities that inhibit ubiquitin-activating enzyme (UAE), each of which is a compound of Formula I: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein Y is and W, Z, XY, RY1, RY2 and RY3 are defined herein; pharmaceutical compositions comprising the chemical entities; and methods of using the chemical entities. These chemical entities are useful for treating disorders, particularly cell proliferation disorders, including cancers.
US10202388B2 Fused-ring compounds, pharmaceutical composition and uses thereof
This disclosure is related to a fused-ring compound of formula (I) and/or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a pharmaceutical composition comprising the fused ring compound of formula (I) and/or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, preparation methods thereof, and use thereof in modulating activity of indoleamine 2, 3-dioxygenase (IDO) and/or tryptophan 2, 3-dioxygenase (TDO). This disclosure further provides methods of treating IDO and/or TDO-associated diseases, including cancer, viral infection and autoimmune diseases.
US10202386B2 Pyrrolo[3,2-D]pyrimidine derivatives as inducers of human interferon
Compounds of formula (I) and salts thereof: wherein R1 is hydrogen, methyl or —(CH2)2OR3, R2 is methyl or —(CH2)2OR4, or R1 and R2, together with the nitrogen atom to which they are attached, are linked to form a 5- or 6-membered heterocyclyl wherein the 6-membered heterocyclyl is optionally substituted by two hydroxy substituents; R3 and R4 are each independently hydrogen or methyl; and n is an integer having a value of 5 or 6, are inducers of human interferon. Compounds which induce human interferon may be useful in the treatment or prevention of various disorders, for example the treatment or prevention of allergic diseases and other inflammatory conditions, for example allergic rhinitis and asthma, infectious diseases and cancer, and may also be useful as vaccine adjuvants.
US10202381B2 Histone demethylase inhibitors
The present invention relates generally to compositions and methods for treating cancer and neoplastic disease. Provided herein are substituted pyrido[3,4-d]pyrimidin-4-one derivative compounds and pharmaceutical compositions comprising said compounds. The subject compounds and compositions are useful for inhibition of histone demethylase. Furthermore, the subject compounds and compositions are useful for the treatment of cancer, such as prostate cancer, breast cancer, bladder cancer, lung cancer, melanoma, and the like.
US10202378B2 Therapeutic compounds and uses thereof
The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I): and to salts thereof, wherein R1-R6 have any of the values defined in the specification, and compositions and uses thereof. The compounds are useful as inhibitors of TAF1. Also included are pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and methods of using such compounds and salts in the treatment of various TAF1-mediated disorders.
US10202374B2 6-aryl-4-phenylamino-quinazoline analogs as phosphoinositide-3-kinase inhibitors
The present invention relates to 6-aryl-4-phenylamino quinazolines of formula I wherein, R and R′ are as herein described. The present invention particularly relates to synthesis and anticancer and phoshpoinositide-3-kinase-α (PI3K-α) inhibitory activity. In addition, the invention relates to methods of using compounds for treating or preventing various cancers such as pancreatic, prostate, breast and melanoma.
US10202370B2 Benzimidazole derivatives as selective proteine kinase inhibitors
Disclosed are compounds of formula I or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof: Wherein n, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, A, Q and X are as defined in the description. These compounds selectively modulate, regulate, and/or inhibit signal transduction mediated by certain native and/or mutant protein kinases implicated in a variety of human and animal diseases such as cell proliferative, metabolic, allergic, and degenerative disorders. More particularly, these compounds are potent and selective native and/or mutant c-kit inhibitors.
US10202369B2 1,3-thiazol-2-yl substituted benzamides
The present invention relates to 1,3-thiazol-2-yl substituted benzamide compounds of general formula (I) as described and defined herein, to pharmaceutical compositions and combinations comprising said compounds and to the use of said compounds for manufacturing a pharmaceutical composition for the treatment or prophylaxis of a disease, in particular of neurogenic disorder, as a sole agent or in combination with other active ingredients.
US10202367B2 Heterocyclic compounds and methods of use thereof
Disclosed are compounds of formula (I), formula (II), and formula (III): wherein Ar, R1, A, and X are as defined in the specification. These compounds are antiviral agents and are contemplated for use in the treatment of viral infections, for example, hepatitis C. These compounds are also contemplated for use in treating or preventing cancers.
US10202365B2 2-(pyridin-3-yl)-pyrimidine derivatives as RET inhibitors
Described herein are compounds, such as compounds of Formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, that inhibit wild-type RET and its resistant mutants, pharmaceutical compositions including such compounds, and methods of using such compounds and compositions, e.g., for treating a condition mediated by aberrant RET activity
US10202363B2 Compounds, compositions and methods
The disclosed subject matter provides certain polymorphic forms of Compound (I) as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising Compound (I) or such polymorphic forms, and methods of using or making such compounds and pharmaceutical compositions. It has now been discovered that Compound (I) can exist in multiple crystalline forms (polymorphs). One particular crystalline form, Form II, has been found to be more thermodynamically stable and, thus, likely more suitable for bulk preparation and handling than other polymorphic forms. Efficient and economic methods have been developed to prepare Compound (I) and Form II in high purity on a large scale. In animal studies, Form II has demonstrated safety and efficacy in treating depressive disorders and, when micronized, improved absorption compared to non-micronized Form II.
US10202360B2 Therapeutic compounds
The present disclosure relates to substituted heterocyclic derivative therapeutic compounds, compositions comprising said compounds, and the use of said compounds and compositions for epigenetic regulation by inhibition of bromodomain-mediated recognition of acetyl lysine regions of proteins, such as histones. Said compositions and methods are useful for the treatment of diseases mediated by aberrant cell signalling, such as inflammatory disorders, cancer and neoplastic disease.
US10202357B2 Class of quinolone heterocyclic aromatic molecules for cancer treatment
The invention is directed to new class of quinolone heterocyclic aromatic molecules (Renotinibs) and their use in the treatment of cancer, in particular, cancer that harbor abnormal human epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFRs).
US10202349B2 Asymmetric bis-acridines with antitumour activity and their uses
We disclose novel asymmetric bis-acridines with antitumor activity. These compounds are useful for use in pharmaceuticals, particularly in the treatment or the prevention of neoplasms.
US10202348B2 Compositions and methods of treating retinal disease
Compositions and methods for treating macular degeneration and other forms of retinal disease whose etiology involves the accumulation of A2E and/or lipofuscin, and, more specifically, for preventing the formation and/or accumulation of A2E are disclosed.
US10202346B2 Phenol derivatives and the pharmaceutical or cosmetic use thereof
The use of compounds in the treatment of skin disorders is described. In particular, use of a compound of formula (I): or one of its pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates or hydrates in the preparation of a medicament to treat skin pathologies is described.
US10202345B2 Substituted azaspiro(4.5)decane derivatives
The invention relates to substituted spirocyclic cyclohexane derivatives which have an affinity for the μ opioid receptor and the ORL1 receptor, processes for the preparation thereof, medicaments containing these compounds and the use of these compounds for the preparation of medicaments.
US10202343B2 MIF modulators
The invention provides novel heterocyclic compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment that modulate levels of MIF expression and treat disorders associated with high or low levels of MIF expression.
US10202336B2 Plant for urea production
Plant for the synthesis of urea, comprising: a synthesis section comprising at least one reactor, a compressor for supplying CO2 to said synthesis section, a gas turbine for the operation of said CO2 compressor and a heat recovery steam generator; the heat source of said heat recovery steam generator consists of the exhaust gases of said gas turbine, and at least one steam flow produced by said heat recovery steam generator is used as heat source for at least one component of said urea plant.
US10202333B2 Aqueous solution containing bis(N epsilon lauroyllysine)dicarboxylic acid diamide and/or salt thereof, and method for producing same
The present invention provides a method of producing an aqueous solution containing bis(Nε-lauroyl lysine)dicarboxylic acid diamide and/or a salt thereof, and having a pH of 9-11, which includes a first step of reacting Nε-lauroyl lysine and/or a salt thereof with dicarboxylic acid dichloride in a water solvent having a pH of 12-14 to form bis(Nε-lauroyl lysine)dicarboxylic acid diamide and/or a salt thereof, a second step of adjusting the aqueous solution obtained in the first step to pH 7.5-8.5, a third step of adding Nε-lauroyl lysine to the aqueous solution obtained in the second step and filtering the mixture, and a fourth step of adjusting the aqueous solution obtained in the third step to pH 9-11.
US10202332B2 Method for preparing 2-amino-N-(2,2,2-trifluoroethyl) acetamide
Disclosed are methods for preparing compounds of Formula 1 and 1A. The first method utilizes a benzyl carbamate amine protecting group and an intermediate of Formula 4. The second method utilizes a tert-butyl carbamate amine protecting group and an intermediate of Formula 7. The third method utilizes a dibenzyl amine protecting group. Also disclosed is a compound, phenylmethyl N-[2-oxo-2-[(2,2,2-trifluoroethyl)amino]ethyl]carbamate (a compound of Formula 4). Further disclosed is a method for preparing a compound of Formula 14 from a compound of Formula 15 and a compound of Formula 1 or 1A.
US10202323B2 Process for preparing an arylpropene
A process for preparing an arylpropene from a diarylpropane by gas phase thermolysis in the presence of boron containing zeolitic material comprising a membered ring (MR) pore system greater than 10 MR.
US10202321B1 Method of simultaneously preparing 1,1,1-trifluoro-2-chloropropene and 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoropropene using gas phase catalyst
Disclosed is a method of simultaneously preparing 1,1,1-trifluoro-2-chloropropene and 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoropropene, the method including i) a step of elevating a temperature of a reactor charged with a gas phase catalyst up to a reaction temperature; ii) a step of feeding 1,1,1-trifluoro-2,3-dichloropropane and 2-chloro-1,1,1,2-tetrafluoropropane into the reactor, the temperature of which has been elevated; iii) a step of performing dehydrochlorination while maintaining the temperature of the reactor; and iv) a step of performing washing and distillation after the dehydrochlorination. In accordance with the present disclosure, a high-efficient gas-phase process of continuously, simultaneously preparing 1,1,1-trifluoro-2-chloropropene and 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoropropene is provided.
US10202319B2 Process for olefin production by metathesis and reactor system therefor
The present invention relates to a process for obtaining an olefin by metathesis including the steps of i) feeding at least one stream with at least one olefin as starting material to at least one first reactor with at least one pre-bed having at least one compound selected from the group of alkaline earth oxides and ii) feeding the stream leaving the at least one first reactor to at least one second reactor downstream to the at least one first reactor including at least one main bed having a) at least one first catalyst component and b) at least one second catalyst component. The first and second catalyst are physically mixed with each other. The operational temperature of the at least one first reactor is lower than the operational temperature of the at least one second reactor.
US10202316B2 3-(5-substituted-4-oxoquinazolin-3(4H)-yl)-3-deutero-piperidine-2,6-dione derivatives and compositions comprising and methods of using the same
The invention provides 3-deuterium-enriched 3-(5-substituted-4-oxoquinazolin-3(4H)-yl)-piperidine-2,6-diones, deuterated derivatives thereof, stereoisomers thereof, pharmaceutically acceptable salt forms thereof, and methods of treatment using the same, such as in the treatment of cancer, an immune-related disease, or an inflammatory disease.
US10202308B2 Composite material, articles comprising same and method for making same
Composite material comprising aluminum nitride (AlN) material, less than 80 weight percent cubic boron nitride (cBN) grains dispersed within the AlN material and less that 5 weight percent sinter promotion material, the composite material including no more than about 1.5 percent porosity.
US10202306B2 Method for coloring ceramics via colloidal dispersion
In a method of coloring a ceramic material, a coloring solution consisting of metallic salts is introduced to a ceramic slurry. In a slip casting process, a coloring solution consisting of metallic salts is introduced to a ceramic slurry which is cast into green state bodies. A coloring solution that may comprise for example a metallic salt, a solvent, an organic solvent such as derivatives of propylene oxides, and an acid can be introduced to the slip casting process. Such a coloring solution can be added to the slip casting process. In a method, the coloring solution is thoroughly mixed with the ceramic slurry, after which a ceramic body is cast, dried and finally subjected to a sintering process. After final sinter, the resulting ceramic body possesses an innate color that is homogenous throughout its composition. The method is especially useful for coloring zirconia ceramic material used for making dental restorations.
US10202304B2 Component for low-temperature applications
The present disclosure relates to a component for low-temperature applications, a process for producing such a component, and the use thereof.
US10202303B2 Compressively stressed laminated glass article via photosensitive glass and method of making the article
Laminated articles comprised of glass core and clad layers, more specifically, to compressively stressed laminated articles comprising a glass core sandwiched between first and second clad layers, the clad layers being formed from photosensitive glass.
US10202301B2 Apparatus for manufacturing an optical fiber
An apparatus for manufacturing an optical fiber including: a drawing portion; a coating portion; and a curing portion, wherein: a direction changer which changes a direction of the bare optical fiber is disposed in any position from the drawing portion to the coating portion; the direction changer includes a guide groove which guides the bare optical fiber; a blowout port of a fluid which floats the bare optical fiber wired along the guide groove is formed along the guide groove in the guide groove; and in the blowout port, the Reynolds number in an inlet wire portion of the bare optical fiber to the guide groove and an outlet wire portion from the guide groove is greater than the Reynolds number in an intermediate portion between the inlet wire portion and the outlet wire portion.
US10202300B2 Strengthened glass articles, edge-strengthened laminated glass articles, and methods for making the same
A method of manufacturing a laminated glass article is disclosed that includes forming a laminated glass article with at least one glass cladding layer and a glass core layer adhered to the glass cladding layer. The glass core layer is amenable to crystallization and optionally has a viscosity amenable to forming by a fusion lamination method. The method further includes removing a portion of the laminated glass article such that the glass core layer is exposed on at least one edge of the laminated glass article, and crystallizing at least a portion of the exposed glass core layer. A crystallized or semi-crystallized surface of the exposed glass core layer has a lower CTE than a remainder of the glass core layer. A laminated glass article and a glass article having a crystalline or semi-crystalline surface portion that is integral with a bulk of the glass body are also disclosed.
US10202298B2 Polarizing glass plate and method for manufacturing same, polarizing glass plate set for optical isolator, and method for manufacturing optical element for optical isolator
A method of manufacturing a polarizing glass sheet includes subjecting, while heating, a glass preform sheet containing metal halide particles to down-drawing, to thereby provide a glass member having stretched metal halide particles dispersed in an aligned manner in a glass matrix, and subjecting the glass member to reduction treatment to reduce the stretched metal halide particles, to thereby provide a polarizing glass sheet. A shape of the glass preform sheet during the down-drawing satisfies a relationship of the following expression: L1/W1≥1.0 where L1 represents a length between a portion in which a width of the glass preform sheet has changed to 0.8 times an original width and a portion in which the width of the glass preform sheet has changed to 0.2 times the original width W0, and W1 represents a length equivalent to 0.5 times the original width W0 of the glass preform sheet.
US10202297B2 Glass inlet tube environmental control
A system and method are described herein for controlling an environment around an inlet tube in the glass manufacturing system. More specifically, the system and method control a level of hydrogen within a humid gas mixture that flows over an exterior of the inlet tube to effectively suppress the formation of undesirable gaseous inclusions in molten glass that flows through the inlet tube.
US10202296B2 Aeration device
Aeration device includes a hollow casing having a motor therein; a mixing unit formed on front side of the casing and having a discharge hole formed in radial direction and an intake hole formed on front thereof; an impeller located inside the mixing unit and coupled to a driving shaft of the motor, the driving shaft extended to the mixing unit, so as to be rotated with the driving shaft, to generate flow in outward radial direction upon rotation, an air inflow unit having one side end located in front of the impeller and serving as an air inflow pipe for introducing air to the mixing unit; and an auxiliary intake unit located on front side of the impeller to be rotated with the driving shaft of the motor and inserted into the air inflow unit to allow fluid in the air inflow unit to flow backward upon rotation.
US10202292B2 System and method of water purification utilizing an ionomer membrane
A water purification system utilizes an ionomer membrane and mild vacuum to draw water from source water through the membrane. A water source may be salt water or a contaminated water source. The water drawn through the membrane passes across the condenser chamber to a condenser surface where it is condensed into purified water. The condenser surface may be metal or any other suitable surface and may be flat or pleated. In addition, the condenser surface may be maintained at a lower temperature than the water on the water source side of the membrane. The ionomer membrane may be configured in a cartridge, a pleated or flat plate configuration. A latent heat loop may be configured to carry the latent heat of vaporization from the condenser back to the water source side of the ionomer membrane. The source water may be heated by a solar water heater.
US10202290B1 Oil skimmer
An apparatus for removing oil or other pollutants from the surface of water, comprising a platform having a left side wall, a right side wall, a rear wall, a front opening, a floor, and a bottom, one or more ballasts which adjust the platform floor relative to a level of oil on the water surface, wherein the oil flows from the front opening across the floor to the rear wall, a rear location near the rear wall to collect the oil from the platform floor; and a pump connected to the rear location that removes the oil from the rear location to a storage area which does not affect the ballast of the platform. The skimmer vessel can work stationary in the water, and does not require a propeller means, as the oil will continue to flow into the skimmer as the oil is pumped out of the rear by the gravity flow to the rear of the vessel.
US10202289B1 Method and apparatus for treating production water
Method and apparatus are provided for treating salt water. In the method, a feed water is run through a skimmer unit to form de-oiled water. The de-oiled water is passed through an electrocoagulation unit to form electrocoagulated water. A precipitating agent is added to the electrocoagulated water and stirred to form a water/floc mixture. A polymeric coagulation enhancing agent is added to the water/floc mixture with mild stirring and coagulants in the mixture are permitted to settle. A partly clarified water from the mixture is drawn out from a level above the settled coagulants. The partly clarified water is run through at least one settler and coagulants are removed from the bottom of the at least one settler. A clarified salt water stream is withdrawn from the final settler. The necessary equipment can be mounted on a trailer. The trailer can be provided with a stairway and catwalk to facilitate safe inspection.
US10202286B2 Method and system for treating wastewater
Treating brine to produce distilled water and dried NaCl. The brine enters a crystallization plant and is heated. Once heated, the brine is circulated to an evaporator. The evaporator increases the concentration of NaCl in the brine to a point about the super saturation level. Once above the super saturation level, NaCl crystals are formed. The larger crystals are circulated to a centrifuge for drying and the smaller crystals are recirculated through the evaporator for continued growth. The NaCl crystals are dried in the centrifuge.
US10202285B1 Dual screen treatment system
Vaults, boxes, systems, and methods of treatment systems to capture pollutants from storm water runoff and prevent the conveyance of these pollutants from entering a receiving water body or landscape area, which is designed to be a part of a local permanent storm water drainage infrastructure. A single treatment box, vault and system combines both drainage conveyance, multi-level treatment techniques, variable hydraulic capabilities, and easy and inexpensive methods for servicing the system. A flow spreader can split incoming water to pass into dual screen filtration systems. The system can include components selected from a shelf beneath the spreader, at least one baffle, skimmer, deflectors, media filtration and water pressure lines with spray heads for cleaning debris on a sloped floor.
US10202279B2 CaMg2-based alloy hydride material for hydrolysis production of hydrogen, preparation method therefor and use thereof
Provided are a CaMg2-based alloy hydride material for hydrolysis production of hydrogen, a preparation method therefor and a use thereof. The material has a general formula of CaMgxMyHz, wherein M is Ni, Co or Fe, 1.5≤x<2.0, 0
US10202276B2 Method for manufacturing microcantilever
Disclosed is a method for manufacturing a microcantilever having a predetermined thickness that includes forming a liquid synthetic resin for cantilevers to a thickness corresponding to the thickness of the microcantilever on an upper surface of a base block having an adhesive base and a non-adhesive base, and curing the liquid synthetic resin for cantilevers via a boundary between the adhesive base and the non-adhesive base, wherein the adhesive base has stronger adhesivity to the cured synthetic resin for cantilevers than the non-adhesive base.
US10202273B2 Electronic vaporiser system
An electronic cigarette vaporizer that includes a heating element and further includes or co-operates with an electronics module that (i) detects characteristics of the delivery of power, current or voltage to the heating element and (ii) determines if those characteristics are associated with degradation of the heating element. A characteristic that is associated with degradation of the heating element is an increase or other change in the heating element resistance. The heating element resistance can be established by the electronics module sending a test current through the heating element that is sufficient to enable a measurement of resistance to be made.
US10202272B2 Electronic vaporiser system
The invention is an electronic cigarette vaporizer system operable in a ‘discrete’ mode to reduce the amount of vapor produced by a vaporizer that forms part of the system, compared to a normal mode. The ‘discrete’ mode causes the vapor produced to be less visible or noticeable, compared to a normal mode.
US10202271B2 Fuel verification system
Fuel management systems for a fuel dispensing facility including a fuel delivery system are disclosed. The fuel delivery system includes at least one storage tank configured to contain a fuel, at least one dispenser configured to receive the fuel from the at least one storage tank, and a fuel handling system which is configured to one of (1) deliver the fuel to the at least one storage tank, (2) receive the fuel from the at least one storage tank, (3) monitor for a leak within the fuel delivery system, and (4) monitor for a fuel inventory within the fuel delivery system. The fuel management system may include installation records of the fuel handling components. The fuel management system may monitor cameras positioned in sumps of the fuel delivery system. The fuel delivery system may include a camera positioned to monitor an interior of a sump, the interior of the sump being provided by a sump basin and a sump cover. The sump cover may be a sump lid. The sump cover may be a dispenser. The sump cover may be another portion of the fuel delivery system.
US10202269B2 Beverage dispenser and method for sanitation thereof
A method for sanitizing a beverage dispenser apparatus includes filling fluid in at least a hot beverage tank of a beverage dispensing apparatus, heating the fluid in the hot beverage tank to a predetermined temperature range, configuring the drain valve to a closed state, activating a primary sanitation cycle by causing the heated fluid from the hot beverage tank to flow through at least a first subset of components of the beverage dispenser apparatus and terminating the primary sanitation cycle when at least one predetermined condition is satisfied. A secondary sanitation cycle is activated by causing the heated fluid from the hot beverage tank to flow through at least a second subset of components of the beverage dispenser apparatus.
US10202266B2 Low profile compact tool carriers
Compact tool carriers having a loader mounted to a low-profile mainframe are disclosed. In some embodiments, the pivot points of the mainframe about which the loader is pivoted are low relative to the mainframe to reduce the mainframe size and to lower the center of gravity to improve the stability of the compact tool carrier during use.
US10202265B2 Winch cable wiper assembly
A winch is described comprising a rotatable drum for winding and unwinding a first cable therefrom. The winch contains a cable-wiping apparatus with one or more actuators are activated when the drum rotates in a direction for winding the first cable onto the drum. A mechanical force may be transmitted from the actuator to a second cable that is operatively connected to a wiper clamp. The wiper clamp compresses around the first cable when the cable is pulled in.
US10202262B2 Method of operating a crane, and crane
A crane may include a travelable undercarriage, a superstructure rotatably supported thereon with a luffable boom system arranged thereon and a derrick boom, with an auxiliary crane being used as derrick ballast. In The auxiliary crane may be driven onto a ballast base plate attached to the derrick boom for the alignment of the boom system in order to thus form at least a large portion of the counter-weight.
US10202259B2 Vertical and horizontal movement system
Vertical and horizontal movement system of one or more cabins (20) for the transport of people and things in a elevator shifter plant with portal structure (10) for the overcoming overhead and not, back and forth even automatic, obstacles such as roads, railways, waterways and other obstacles affected by driveways and not, especially for pedestrians, usable either in an overhead manner that underground and also incorporated in large buildings such as hospitals, airports, railway stations and so on, with two or more runaways running horizontally and vertically, in which one or more runways include vertical and horizontal stops and descents placed at different levels to overcome obstacles also passing under the same; operated by rack, wherein the motor is rigidly coupled to the cabin and acts via a pinion gear on the rack, having inclined toothing, to increase the fluidity of the movement reducing vibration and noise.
US10202258B2 Method for determining state of elevator system component
A method determines a status of at least one component of an elevator system, wherein the elevator system includes a suspension apparatus having at least one traction member. The at least one traction member is surrounded by a non-metallic cladding, wherein the suspension apparatus is guided via a drive sheave with a metallic traction surface. The method includes the steps of: identifying at least one parameter based on an electrostatic effect which occurs due to friction of the non-metallic cladding on the traction sheave with the metallic traction surface; and determining a status of the at least one component on the basis of the identified parameter.
US10202254B2 Method for extracting a thread by suction from a bobbin and a corresponding system
A system and associated operational method are provided to extract a thread by suction from a bobbin and for re-attachment of a thread end of the thread to a new thread. The thread is extracted from the bobbin by sucking the thread in against its spooling direction on the bobbin through a suction nozzle and into an extraction port of an extraction system. A loop is subsequently formed in the thread, and the thread is separated in the area of the loop. One thread end of the separated thread is discharged into an extraction port, and the other thread end coming from the bobbin is prepared for re-attachment to a new thread. Upon being extracted by suction into the extraction system, the thread is guided through an eyelet located in a run of the thread to the extraction port and the eyelet, together with the thread, is moved out of the run of the thread to the extraction port such that the thread forms the loop between the bobbin, the eyelet, and the extraction port.
US10202240B2 Storage system
In one arrangement, a storage system for storing items includes an enclosure enclosing a hypoxic environment, and a pallet shuttle system comprising rows of racks disposed within the hypoxic environment. The pallet shuttle system also includes at least one transfer car and at least one shuttle for carrying storage modules into and out of the racks. The system further includes a loading station outside the hypoxic environment, and an enclosure door to the hypoxic environment. The enclosure door is operable to admit the transfer car of the pallet shuttle system into and out of the hypoxic environment, and to close the hypoxic environment upon passage of the transfer car through the door. Optionally, the system includes paneling separating the enclosure into at least two separately climate-controlled zones such that at least one of the racks is in each of the at least two separately climate-controlled zones.
US10202235B2 Disposable sealant liquid canister for an inflatable article repair and relative production method
A disposable canister filled with sealant liquid has an inner closure for retaining the sealant liquid inside the canister; a compressed-air inlet conduit; an outlet conduit for receiving the sealant liquid when the closure is in an open position; a first portion having one of the inlet and outlet conduits; and a second portion; the first and second portions being joined by a weld to form a tank which holds the sealant liquid in a ready-for-use position by means of the closure.
US10202226B1 Lid with hidden stacking
A kit of thermoformed lids comprising a three lids which are substantially similar except for specific differences in four stacking areas located at the corners of the lids. Unlike prior art lids that use convex external lugs to provide separation during stacking, lids according to the present invention have stacking areas formed as interruptions in concave channels located along the peripheries of the lids, improving the appearance and uniformity of products comprising the lids.
US10202224B2 Liquid dispensing nozzle and device comprising a cap
A liquid dispensing nozzle having an opening, a removable cap, a residual liquid evaporation path between the opening and the exterior of the nozzle, an element for blocking the evaporation path, mobile in the cap between a blocking position and a position opening the evaporation path, the cap including an exterior envelope and an interior envelope that are coaxial, and mobile relative to one another in an axial direction between: a storage configuration; a configuration for unscrewing the cap when a bearing force exerted on the cap has an intensity greater than a predetermined threshold; a safety configuration if a bearing force exerted on the cap has an intensity lower than the predetermined threshold or if no bearing force is exerted on the cap, the blocking element being configured to be driven by the movement of the exterior envelope to pass from the blocking position to the opening position.
US10202220B2 Shipping container and divider for the same
A divider for a shipping container is formed from a single sheet of material. The divider includes a front panel having a plurality of feet; a first platform panel attached to the front panel along a first fold line; at least one divider assembly, and a rear panel having a plurality of feet. Each divider assembly in turn includes a divider interconnector panel to interconnect the divider assembly to a preceding panel; a divider wall panel attached to the divider interconnector panel along an interconnector-wall fold line; and a divider platform panel attached to the divider wall panel along a wall-platform fold line. The at least one divider assembly is attached to the first platform panel along a first divider assembly fold line and to the rear panel along a final divider assembly fold line.
US10202219B1 Dual handle cooler box design, blank and methods
Dual handle box designs, blanks for forming boxes by folding, collapsible and non-collapsible boxes formed thereby, and manufacturing methods therefor are disclosed. Preferably each handle is located on an opposite end of the box; is two-ply; defines an elongate hand opening for receiving fingers of a hand; defines an elongate tab opening for receiving a tab of a center handle, and that intersects the hand opening; and defines a recess for receiving and retaining a lid panel of the box. Furthermore, the boxes preferably have a waterproof or water-resistant coating applied and are used as ice coolers for beverages and food items.
US10202218B2 Delaminatable container
Provided is a delamination container having improved oxygen barrier properties. The present invention provides a delamination container provided with a container body having an outer shell and an inner pouch, the inner pouch being adapted to delaminate from the outer shell and contract in association with a decrease of the contents, wherein the inner layer constituting the inner pouch is provided with, in order from the container outer surface side, an outside layer, an adhesive layer, and an inside layer. The outside layer includes an EVOH layer, and the inside layer has a thickness of 60-200 μm and a flexural modulus of 250 MPa or less, the value (thickness of the inside layer/thickness of the EVOH layer) being 1.1-5, and the total thickness of the inside layer being 100-250 μm.
US10202209B2 Launch vehicle and system and method for economically efficient launch thereof
The present disclosure relates to a launch system, a launch vehicle for use with the launch system, and methods of launching a payload utilizing the launch vehicle and/or the launch system. The disclosure can provide for delivery of the payload at a terrestrial location, an Earth orbital location, or an extraorbital location. The launch vehicle can comprise a payload, a propellant tank, an electrical heater wherein propellant, such as a light gas (e.g., hydrogen) is electrically heated to significantly high temperatures, an exhaust nozzle from which the heated propellant expands to provide an exhaust velocity of, for example, 7-16 km/sec, and sliding electrical contacts in electrical connection with the electrical heater. The launch vehicle can be utilized with the launch system, which can further comprise a launch tube formed of concentric electrically conductive tubes, as well as an electrical energy source, such as a battery bank and associated inductor.
US10202206B2 System and method for aircraft power management
A method implemented using at least one of the processor includes disposing a power source on a vehicle, wherein the power source is configured to power auxiliary loads of the aircraft. The method also includes connecting a power source disposed on a vehicle configured to engage an aircraft for ground operation, to auxiliary loads of the aircraft via an on-board power system. The method also includes performing energy management of the aircraft during the period of ground operation. The method further includes disconnecting the power source when an alternate electrical power is available to the on-board power system.
US10202204B1 Aircraft-runway total energy measurement, monitoring, managing, safety, and control system and method
A total runway safety system (TRSS) and method measures, monitors, manages, and informs flight crew on the progress of takeoffs and landings and of any hazardous runway conditions. In some embodiments, the TRSS measures, monitors, and informs flight crew of longitudinal and lateral runway tracks thus preventing overruns and veer-offs during takeoffs and landings. In some embodiments, backscatter of infrared laser beams emitted by the aircraft is used to evaluate groundspeed and the reflectivity of the runway surface to make estimates of the surface conditions, roughness and contamination, which affects rolling and braking efforts and acceleration. In some embodiments TRSS evaluates runway surface and predicts tire-surface rolling and braking coefficient of friction. In some embodiments, GPS and similar navigation data, and ATC/airport reported runway braking conditions are evaluated along with the infrared laser, ultrasound and digital images to find best estimates of the runway remaining, current speed, acceleration, and jerk.
US10202201B2 Fire extinction design for an auxiliary power unit compartment of an aircraft
The invention refers to an APU compartment, and a method for extinguishing a fire in an APU compartment. The APU compartment (1) comprises an APU (2), an exhaust (5), an aperture (7) providing a passage between the APU compartment (1) and the inside of the exhaust (5), and a fire detection system, wherein the APU compartment (1) of the invention is constructed as an air tight compartment, and additionally comprises a conduit (9) for providing external air to the APU compartment (1), a door (8) for closing the conduit (9) inlet, and a control unit (6) configured to close the door (8) when a fire is detected, such that when the door (8) is closed and the APU (2) is in operation, the air contained in the APU compartment (1) is sucked through the aperture (7) to be expelled out of the APU compartment (1) to extinguish the fire.
US10202196B2 Passenger seat headrest
Apparatus and associated methods relate to an adjustable passenger seat headrest which includes articulating side wings, provides a more acute angle of support, and fits the width of a standard economy seat when stowed. In some embodiments, fabric may be stretched across the extreme ends of the wings to a center headrest, forming a hammock in which a passenger may rest their head. In an illustrative example, passengers may be provided with improved head support and comfort by employment of a mechanism that enables the side wings of the headrest to be articulated further apart, and/or extend out further from the back of the seat. These features may offer a more acute angle of passenger head support.
US10202195B2 Passenger cabin area
A passenger cabin area, which is suitable for installation in an aircraft cabin, includes passenger seats arranged one behind another along a longitudinal axis of the passenger cabin area. The passenger cabin area also includes luggage compartments which are arranged, at least in certain sections, in an area between an inner face, which faces towards an interior space of the passenger cabin area, of a fuselage sidewall and the passenger seats, and have an access aperture which faces towards the passenger seats.
US10202187B2 Vortex generator arrangement
A vortex generator arrangement for an aircraft including a surface section, a flap element pivotable between a first position and a second position, a biasing arrangement biasing the flap element towards the second position, retaining devices retaining the flap element in the first or second position, and a release device releasing the flap element from the first retaining device. The biasing arrangement, the first retaining device and the second retaining device are configured such that the second retaining device automatically retains the flap element in the second position after the flap element has been pivoted by the biasing arrangement from the first position into the second position. As soon as the torque exceeds a predetermined value, the second retaining device automatically releases the flap element, which pivots against the force of the biasing arrangement into the first position and is automatically retained therein by the first retaining device.
US10202186B2 Selectively thrusting propulsion units for aerial vehicles
Aerial vehicles may include propulsion units having motors with drive shafts that may be aligned at a variety of orientations, propellers with variable pitch blades, and common operators for aligning the drive shafts at one or more orientations and for varying the pitch angles of the blades. The common operators may include plate elements to which a propeller hub is rotatably joined, and which may be supported by one or more linear actuators that may extend or retract to vary both the orientations of the drive shafts and the pitch angles of the blades. Operating the motors and propellers at varying speeds, gimbal angles or pitch angles enables the motors to generate forces in any number of directions and at any magnitudes. Attributes of the propulsion units may be selected in order to shape or control the noise generated thereby.
US10202180B1 Outboard motor and protective covering with rigging tray for outboard motor
An outboard motor includes an engine coupled in torque-transmitting relationship with a propulsor via a driveshaft. A protective covering for the outboard motor includes a cowl that houses the engine within a closed interior thereof. An opening in an outer surface of the cowl provides access to the closed interior. A rigging tray can be inserted through the opening to a retracted position, in which a majority of the rigging tray is within the closed interior. A plurality of electrical lines extends from the engine and into the rigging tray from a first end thereof. Each electrical line in the plurality of electrical lines terminates in the rigging tray at a respective one of a plurality of electrical connectors. A second end of the rigging tray receives a complementary plurality of vessel electrical lines for connection to the plurality of engine electrical lines via the plurality of electrical connectors.
US10202177B1 Surf wake forming systems and methods with primary and secondary subtabs
A wakeboat has a hull, the hull forming a wake when moving forward in the water, with a port disturbance and a starboard disturbance in the wake. A trim tab is supported by the hull at the stern of the hull. The trim tab comprises a primary subtab and a secondary subtab. One or more actuators may be optionally included to reposition the trim tab more into, or more out of, the water. Other systems and methods are also provided.
US10202176B1 Kayak with accessory receiver
A watercraft is described that includes a shell defining a hull and a deck. The deck defines at least one cavity recessed into an upward facing surface of the deck. The at least one cavity is defined by a peripheral wall and a bottom wall. The at least one cavity is configured to receive and removably retain an accessory mount within the cavity.
US10202174B2 Buoy with integrated motion compensation
A floating buoy includes a buoy hull having a tower that extends outwardly from the hull. A plurality of sensors are mounted either on the buoy hull, within the buoy hull, and/or on the tower. The plurality of sensors includes at least one met-ocean sensor, at least one ecological sensor, and at least one wind speed measurement sensor. The floating buoy further includes an autonomous power system that is configured to provide electrical power to each of the plurality of sensors. The wind speed measurement sensor may be a Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) wind speed measurement sensor, a surface level wind speed sensor, an ultrasonic wind speed sensor, or SODAR.
US10202171B1 Boat with reconfigurable running surface for wake adjustment
A watersports boat includes a hull having an underside extending from a forward bow to n aft transom along a longitudinal centerline. The underside defines a running surface that contacts water when the hull moves therein. The underside includes one or more features that enhance the boat's performance.
US10202170B2 Hull for a floating wind turbine platform
A hull for a semi-submersible wind turbine platform capable of floating on a body of water and supporting a wind turbine includes a keystone and at least three bottom beams extending radially outward of the keystone. Each bottom beam has a primary beam portion and a column base portion, wherein the column base portion is configured to support an outer column of the hull thereon, and wherein the primary beam portion defines a first ballast compartment therein. The first ballast compartment is in fluid communication with water in the body of water in which the hull is floating.
US10202168B2 Bicycle electronic system
A bicycle electronic system comprising a battery unit, at least one operating unit and a power supply and communication bus, each of said units being connected to said bus is provided. The system comprises first means or controller for switching-off/(re)switching-on able to be activated/deactivated by a user and second means or controller for switching-off/(re)switching-on suitable for disconnecting/connecting said battery unit from/to said power supply and communication bus in response to the activation/deactivation of said first means or controller for switching-off/(re)switching-on. A battery unit and a method for switching-off/(re)switching-on a bicycle electronic system are also described.
US10202166B2 Integrated and self-contained suspension assembly having an on-the-fly adjustable air spring
An integrated and self-contained suspension assembly having a gas spring integrated with a shock absorber (damper) is described. The rigid gas cylinder of the air spring is divided into a first gas chamber and a second gas chamber. A flow port connects the first and second gas chambers, and can be manually opened or closed by valve and a simple one-quarter turn rotation of an external knob to instantly switch the gas spring between two different spring rates. The different spring rates are functions of the separate or combined volumes of the two. gas chambers. The integrated suspension assembly is compactly packaged and self-contained, i.e., does not require any externalities, such as gas sources or electricity, to operate.
US10202164B2 Actuation device for a control cable for a bicycle gearshift
The described actuation device comprises a casing, intended for the attachment to the handlebar of the bicycle, a cable-winding bobbin, angularly mobile in the casing about a main axis of the device, a first driving mechanism, acting on the bobbin to rotate it in a first angular direction, a second driving mechanism, acting on the bobbin to rotate it in a second angular direction opposite the first, as well as indexer assembly for removably holding the bobbin in predetermined angular positions. In accordance with the invention, the indexer assembly comprise first countering member, to counter the rotation of the bobbin in the first direction, and second countering member, distinct from the first countering member, to counter the rotation of the bobbin in the second direction. Asymmetric operation is thus obtained which allows active actuation to be set both for upward gearshifting and for downward gearshifting.
US10202161B2 Electric bicycle
A bicycle includes a frame including first and second segments pivotable relative to each other between a folded position and an unfolded position. A magnet is fixed relative to the first segment. An electromagnet is fixed relative to the second segment and disposed in a magnetic field of the magnet when the frame is in the folded position. A controller is configured to power the electromagnet to repel the magnet to unfold the frame.
US10202158B2 Adjustable seat tube structure and bicycle
An adjustable seat tube structure which is for adjusting a height of a saddle for a bicycle includes a lower tube, an upper tube and a piston set. The lower tube includes a top end. The upper tube is disposed at the lower tube and is limitedly moved relative to the lower tube. The upper tube is linked with the saddle and includes an upper end, an inner space, and a lower end. The upper end is protruded out of the top end, and the inner space is for receiving a gas. The lower end is corresponded to the upper end. The piston set includes a piston, a valve and a rod. The piston is disposed inside the inner space, and the lower end is moved relative to the piston. The valve is disposed inside the piston and the rod is connected to the piston.
US10202156B2 Stabilizer frame apparatuses and methods of using same
A stabilizer frame apparatus may be configured for engaging a load transporting apparatus for purposes of moving a load. The stabilizer frame apparatus may have or include a first stabilizer bar and a second stabilizer bar where the stabilizer frame apparatus is configured to operatively integrate into a load structure. The first stabilizer bar may have a first end and a second end, and the second stabilizer bar may have a first end and a second end. The first end of the first stabilizer bar may be operatively coupled to the first end of the second stabilizer bar. Similarly, the second end of the first stabilizer bar may be operatively coupled to the second end of the second stabilizer bar. In a non-limiting embodiment, the load transporting apparatus may maintain a substantially parallel configuration between the sidewalls of the load structure during movement.
US10202154B2 Suspension and lock-out systems for a partially tracked vehicle
A partially tracked utility vehicle and conversion are provided. The converted partially tracked utility vehicle has a chassis, front wheels, and a trailing link suspension. The trailing link suspension has a trailing link with a first end pivotably connected to the chassis and a second end pivotably connected to a walking beam at a walking beam pivot; a shock having a first end pivotably connected to a tension shaft and a second end pivotably connected to the trailing link; the walking beam further comprising a plurality of axle mounted bogey wheels for engaging a track of the partially tracked utility vehicle; a sprocket mounted to a traction drive of the utility vehicle for engaging and providing rotational power to the track; and an actuator attached to the chassis, the actuator having a shaft pivotably connected to the tension shaft and configured to rotate the tension shaft.
US10202152B2 Pickup box header and integrated toolbox assembly
A pickup truck box assembly may include a header, an extruded upper rail, and a toolbox. The header may include a first flange extending at an angle away from a tailgate. The extruded rail may include a second flange for securing to the first flange. The toolbox is integrated with the rail and includes an extruded body having a rear wall, a forward wall, and a lower wall. The walls are arranged with one another to define a cell therebetween. A lid may be mounted to the forward wall for pivotal movement between at least a closed and an open position. Each of a pair of lateral channels may extend laterally beneath the cell and may be formed by an extrusion process with the walls. Each of a first and second truck bed side panel may be arranged with the forward and lower walls to form sidewalls of the toolbox.
US10202151B1 Side-by-side vehicle
A cargo carrier having a depressed loading space includes a base carrier member, and a pair of right and left side carrier members disposed on right and left sides, respectively, of the base carrier member, and fastened to the pair of right and left rear frame members, respectively, from above. The base carrier member includes a bottom wall portion forming a bottom surface of the loading space, a front wall portion protruding upward from a front end of the bottom wall portion, and a pair of right and left side wall portions protruding upward from a right end and a left end, respectively, of the bottom wall portion. The pair of right and left side wall portions of the base carrier member are removably mountable on the pair of right and left side carrier members, respectively.
US10202149B1 ATV/UTV skid plate assembly
A vehicle skid plate assembly includes multiple skid plate sections having closed apertures adapted to receive mounting bolts. The various skid plate sections are adapted to abut each other in a manner effective for the closed mounting bolt apertures of adjacent sections to overlay a single, linear array of bolt holes.
US10202146B2 Steering control device and steering-assisting torque control method thereof
A steering control device capable of causing a steering torque to follow a target steering torque when a driver holds a steering wheel for steering, and making an adjustment so that the steering wheel returns to a neutral position at an appropriate speed, when the driver releases his or her hands from the steering wheel. A motor is controlled based on a motor steering assist torque, which is a sum of a first steering assist torque, which is proportional to an integral value of a deviation between the target steering torque and the steering torque, and a second steering assist torque, which is proportional to a motor rotational angular velocity and acting in a direction of suppressing a return speed of the steering wheel when the steering wheel returns to the neutral position.
US10202139B2 Steering system
A steering system includes a movable member and a tooth member. The movable member includes first tooth arrangements. The movable member is movable together with a column jacket in a tilt direction. The movable member is movable in a right-left direction. The tooth member is supported by a lateral plate of an upper bracket so that the tooth member is located between the movable member and the lateral plate in the right-left direction. The tooth member includes: second tooth arrangements engageable with the first tooth arrangements; and curved elastic portions supporting the second tooth arrangements, with the second tooth arrangements inclined toward the upper bracket such that the second tooth arrangements are away from the first tooth arrangements. When the elastic portions are sandwiched between the movable member and the lateral plate and elastically deformed, the second tooth arrangements come into engagement with the first tooth arrangements.
US10202137B2 Heater device, steering wheel, and transport device
A heater device includes: a base member; a heater wire; and a sensor which measures capacitance of the heater wire, wherein the heater wire forms a first wiring pattern and a second wiring pattern connected in series, the first wiring pattern and the second wiring pattern each include N wire blocks, the N wire blocks included in the first wiring pattern and the second wiring pattern are disposed in a manner that arrangement of the N wire blocks included in the first wiring pattern and arrangement of the N wire blocks included in the second wiring pattern are reversed in the circumferential direction of the rim and facing each other in a direction perpendicular to the circumferential direction, and a sum of sensitivity of the sensor to capacitance of a pair of wire blocks facing each other is substantially equal to that of another pair.
US10202135B2 Operations monitoring in an area
An assembly for monitoring an area is provided. The assembly can include two or more cameras sensitive to radiation of distinct wavelength ranges. The fields of view of the cameras can be substantially co-registered at the area to be monitored. The assembly can include a computer system which can process the image data to monitor the area. The computer system can be configured to identify relevant objects present in the area, update tracking information for the relevant objects, and evaluate whether an alert condition is present using the tracking information.
US10202133B2 Method and system for timetable optimization utilizing energy consumption factors
Systems and methods for synchronizing two or more vehicles operating on an electric transportation line to optimize energy consumption. A controller is provided having a computer memory component storing a set of computer-executable instructions, a list of braking intervals, and a list of acceleration intervals for the vehicles. The controller also has a processing component configured to execute the set of computer-executable instructions to operate on the list of braking intervals and the list of acceleration intervals to minimize an energy consumption of the electric transportation line over a determined period of time by shifting acceleration intervals to synchronize with braking intervals. A dedicated heuristic greedy algorithm and an energy model are implemented in the controller as part of the computer-executable instructions to achieve the improved energy consumption.
US10202132B2 Monitoring device for monitoring a railway track, associated method and monitoring system for monitoring a railway track
A monitoring device monitoring a railway track, including a track interface connecting the monitoring device to the railway track. Also included is a detector detecting a first track pulse having a first duration emitted on the railway track and received through the track interface. The detector can detect a start and end time of the first track pulse. A charger is connected to the detector and has an energy storage element. Further, there is an emitter emitting a second track pulse on the railway track through the track interface by using energy stored in the energy storage element and the detector can send a transmit control signal to the emitter.
US10202131B2 Notifications involved with attaching or detaching connectable vehicles
Navigation devices, systems, and methods for transmitting notifications to and/or receiving notifications from electronic devices associated with passengers of connectable vehicles are described herein. In one example, a method is provided for sending a notification regarding a planned detachment of a designated vehicle from a plurality of connected vehicles. The method includes receiving a navigation destination for a passenger of an initial vehicle, calculating a detachment time or detachment location of the designated vehicle from the plurality of connected vehicles based on the received navigation destination, and transmitting a personalized notification to an electronic device associated with the passenger regarding the detachment time or detachment location of the designated vehicle from the plurality of connected vehicles.
US10202127B2 User profile-based automatic parameter tuning system for connected vehicles
The disclosure includes implementations for modifying an operation of an Advanced Driver Assistance System (“ADAS system”) of a vehicle based on one or more preferences of a user for the operation of the ADAS system. Some implementations of a method may include receiving a wireless message from a wireless network. The wireless message may include optimization settings data describing how to modify an operation of the ADAS system of the vehicle based on one or more preferences of a user for the operation of the ADAS system. The user may include a human who has reserved the vehicle for their use. The method may include modifying one or more control parameters of the ADAS system based on the optimization settings data so that the operation of the ADAS system conforms with the one or more preferences of the user for the operation of the ADAS system.
US10202125B2 Systems and methods for fault detection in lateral velocity estimation
Methods and systems are provided for an improved system and method for validating vehicle lateral velocity estimation. The provided system and method employ an efficient validation algorithm to detect lateral velocity estimation faults. The method and system are robust to road uncertainties and do not require redundant estimations or measurements. The provided system and method offer a technological solution for real time validation of lateral velocity estimation using already existing vehicle sensors, and are independent of (i) road condition information, (ii) wheel torque information, (iii) tire model information, and (iv) tire wear information.
US10202123B2 Vehicle control system
The vehicle control system includes a turning signal control unit configured to switch a turning signal of the vehicle between an off state and an on state according to the lane change control. The turning signal control unit maintains the turning signal in the on state until predetermined release conditions are satisfied when the lane change control in process is cancelled and the vehicle is switched to the manual driving mode.
US10202121B2 Stop control device
An automatic stop controller (including a deceleration setting unit and a deceleration instruction unit) performs automatic stop control of a vehicle by using a first deceleration in response to (i) the detection or estimation of a stop intention by a stop intention detector or (ii) the detection or estimation of an unable-to-drive state of the driver of the vehicle by an unable-to-drive state detector while the vehicle is traveling. The automatic stop controller performs automatic stop control of the vehicle by using a second deceleration larger than the first deceleration in response to (i) the detection or estimation of the stop intention by the stop intention detector and (ii) the detection or estimation of the unable-to-drive state of the driver by the unable-to-drive state detector.
US10202119B2 Idle reduction system and method
The present concept is method of controlling a vehicle's engine idle and includes the steps of monitoring a vehicles operating parameters with a controller and comparing parameters to preselected shutdown conditions. In the event shutdown conditions are met and the key is not in the ignition, the controller warns operator of impending shutdown. The controller intercepts the ignition key signal and simulates the vehicle key to be in the run position such that vehicle functions are operable as if key is in run position. The controller shuts down engine. The method may also include the steps of: the controller intercepting the ignition key signal and simulating the vehicle key to be in the accessory position such that vehicle functions are operable as if key is in accessory position.
US10202112B2 Systems and methods for preemptively modifying vehicle parameters according to predicted accelerations when merging
System, methods, and other embodiments described herein relate to preemptively modifying operation of a vehicle according to predicted acceleration inputs. In one embodiment, a method includes, in response to identifying that an environmental context of the vehicle indicates that the vehicle is located at a traffic stop and that a roadway on which the vehicle is traveling includes merging lanes beyond the traffic stop, determining an acceleration profile for the vehicle that indicates a predicted acceleration that is anticipated to be provided by a driver as a function of the environmental context when approaching the merging lanes. The method includes adjusting the operating parameters of the vehicle according to the acceleration profile to preemptively optimize the vehicle in anticipation of an acceleration input from the driver. The method includes controlling the vehicle to accelerate based, at least in part, on the operating parameters upon receiving the acceleration input.
US10202111B2 Non-uniform displacement engine control system employing cylinder deactivation and method for controlling non-uniform displacement engine control system employing cylinder deactivation
A non-uniform displacement engine control system employing cylinder deactivation includes a non-uniform displacement engine including a plurality of cylinders, the cylinders including at least two sizes of cylinders having different displacements, a motor connected to a driving shaft of the engine, a battery for supplying electrical energy to the motor, and a motor control unit for controlling the motor, wherein the motor control unit controls total torque by adjusting motor driving torque or energy regeneration torque and performs control such that cylinder deactivation (CDA) is performed after selectively performing a transient state transition based on a previous control mode at a time of switching to a CDA control mode.
US10202110B2 Air detector and air detecting method
A hydraulic braking system includes: a master cylinder including a pressurizing piston, a rearward chamber, and a pressure chamber; and a rearward-hydraulic-pressure controller connected to the rearward chamber and including a pressure increase valve and a regulator for controlling a hydraulic pressure in an output chamber. An air detector includes: an upstream detector, including the rearward-hydraulic-pressure controller, for detecting presence or absence of air in an upstream portion based on a relationship between the hydraulic pressure in the output chamber and an open time of the pressure increase valve; and a downstream detector for detecting presence or absence of air in a downstream portion based on a relationship between a stroke of the pressurizing piston and the hydraulic pressure in the output chamber. The downstream portion includes a portion located downstream of the pressure chamber of the master cylinder.
US10202108B2 Brake apparatus and brake system
A brake apparatus improved in mountability on a vehicle is provided. The apparatus includes a master cylinder 4 that generates hydraulic brake pressure by a driver's brake operation, and a stroke simulator 5 that creates an artificial operation reaction force of a brake operation member when the brake fluid flown out of the master cylinder 4 enters the stroke simulator 5. The master cylinder 4 and the stroke simulator 5 are integrally arranged to overlap each other in a perpendicular direction (as viewed from the perpendicular direction) when installed in the vehicle.
US10202107B2 Brake system for automobile
A brake system including a main body having a first main chamber and a second main chamber divided by a main piston, a motor configured to move the main piston forward and move the main piston rearward, a first traction control valve installed in a first flow path, a second traction control valve installed in a second flow path, and a controller configured to control the motor, the first traction control valve, and the second traction control valve. When an anti-lock brake system (ABS) starting pressure is lower than an ABS critical value, the controller performs a low-pressure forward movement connection control that closes the first traction control valve and the second traction control valve, and moves the main piston forward to increase a first hydraulic pressure in the second main chamber.
US10202104B2 Window washer and washing method
A window washer having a brushing arm mounted to a wiping arm of the window washer, and a motion conversion mechanism for converting back and forth rotational motion of the wiping arm to back and forth linear motion of the brushing arm, thereby the brushing arm rotates with the wiping arm motion, and in addition, linearly slides back and forth from the wiping arm, for brushing a window.
US10202103B2 Multi-modal context based vehicle theft prevention
A motor vehicle management system provides theft prevention based on contextual information. The motor vehicle management platform includes sensing equipment that can provide input data to determine a context of the vehicle and an operator of the vehicle. The context can include location information of the motor vehicle and an identity of the operator of the motor vehicle. Based on permissions for the operator, the system can determine if a context of the vehicle violates permissions for the identified operator.
US10202097B2 Airbag unit
An airbag unit is provided that can be quickly unfolded, and also retrofitted to an existing vehicle body. The airbag unit includes an airbag that covers, upon being unfolded, at least a part of a hood or a windshield outside a vehicle, a gas generator that ejects gas into the airbag, a cover bottom member that accommodates therein the airbag yet to be expanded and the gas generator, a cover lid member including a cover lid plate that covers the cover bottom member in which the airbag is accommodated, and a cowl cover attached to the cover lid plate between the hood and the windshield.
US10202094B2 Airbag device mounted on dashboard
An airbag device mounted on dashboard, comprising an inflatable bag and a gas generator arranged inside a dashboard; wherein upon being filled with gas, the inflatable bag is provided with an upper convex chamber, a lower convex chamber and a concave chamber formed by a pull strap between the upper convex chamber and the lower convex chamber; rear of the upper convex chamber and the lower convex chamber are supported against a dashboard surface; and front of the upper convex chamber and the lower convex chamber form a protective surface. The inflatable bag of the airbag device has a reduced volume, and the gas generator matching the inflatable bag has a reduced output. Moreover, the inflatable bag can maintain the scope and effect of protection to occupant due to its adequate energy absorption ability.
US10202093B1 Barrier for an interior cab of vehicle
The barrier for an interior cab of a vehicle is a removable barrier. The barrier for an interior cab of a vehicle is configured for use with a vehicle. The vehicle is defined with an interior space called a cab. The barrier for an interior cab of a vehicle forms a physical structure that prevents occupants of a section of the cab selected from the front section and the rear sections to move to the unselected section of the cab. The barrier for an interior cab of a vehicle attaches to the first head rest and the second head rest. The barrier for an interior cab of a vehicle comprises a first barrier and a second barrier. The first barrier and the second barrier are identical. The first barrier and the second barrier are positioned as mirror images of each other.
US10202084B2 System for fastening a door module to a car door
A car fastening system includes a metal clip and a plastics locking body. When an insertion portion of the metal clip is completely inserted into a door module opening, at least two supporting tabs rest on an upper side of the door module and at least two first latching legs engage behind the opening. The insertion portion of the metal clip forms a receptacle for the plastics locking body. By insertion of the plastics locking body into the receptacle, at least two second latching legs are pressed elastically outwards out of an inoperative position such that the latching legs engage behind an opening in the car door. When the plastics locking body is completely inserted into the receptacle, a shifting movement of the second latching legs in order to release the engagement behind the opening in the car door is blocked by the plastics locking body.
US10202079B2 Electronic device and rear-view device
An improved rear-view device for a motor vehicle includes an electronic device with at least one housing device, comprising at least one floor piece and a cover piece configured to be arranged on the floor piece. The floor piece and the cover piece, in the joined state, delimit an at least almost completely closed cavity. At least one first retaining means of a retaining unit, fixes the housing device in or on the rear-view device. At least one electronic module comprises at least one conductor unit and at least one contact means connected with the conductor unit. The conductor unit is arranged on a surface of the floor piece and/or cover piece and turned towards the cavity. The conductor unit comprises at least one carrier and at least one conductor track applied directly to the carrier. The contact means extends through the cover piece and/or through the floor piece with at least one protruding contact section and is accessible externally. The at least one carrier of the at least one conductor unit is formed at least in sections by a functional surface of the floor piece and/or the cover piece adjacent to the cavity and turned towards the cavity. The cover piece and/or floor piece forms a common component with the at least one first retaining means of the retaining unit.
US10202078B2 Rear-view device with vibration damping
A rear-view device for a motor vehicle with vibration damping, includes at least one rear-view element which is mounted in a housing in an adjustable manner relative to the housing via an adjusting drive, where the adjusting drive includes at least one motor which can be adjusted via a control or regulating device in order to adjust the field of view, and the control or regulating device controls or regulates the motor via the energizing process of the motor depending on at least one variable, which is selected from a first detected variable and/or at least one second stored variable, during a driving process in order to counteract movements of the at least one rear-view element relative to the housing by adjusting the motor, said movements being caused in particular by the movements of the motor vehicle during the driving process of the motor vehicle.
US10202075B2 Sunroof comprising lighting means
The invention relates to a laminated glass sunroof for a motor vehicle, including a means for illuminating the passenger compartment, said means including a set of light-emitting diodes incorporated between the glass sheets, in the insert material of the laminate, said sunroof having a maximum light transmission (LT) factor of at most 50%, the number and power of the diodes being selected in order to ensure useful lighting without causing detrimental overheating for the components of the glass panel.
US10202072B2 Brake warning lamp system
A brake warning lamp system for a vehicle including: one or more primary brake lamps in a first set of brake lamps facing outwards from the rear of the vehicle; one or more secondary brake lamps in a second set of brake lamps facing outward from the rear of the vehicle and spaced from the primary brake lamps; sensing means for sensing deceleration of the vehicle; and control means operatively connected to the sensing means for selectively connecting the first and second set of brake lamps to the power supply of the vehicle to selectively illuminate the primary and/or secondary brake lamps.
US10202069B2 Illuminated vehicle container assembly and container illumination method
An exemplary vehicle container assembly includes an outer bin, an inner bin received within the outer bin, and a lighting assembly that illuminates an interior of the inner bin through a translucent area of the inner bin. An exemplary vehicle container illumination method includes illuminating an interior area of an inner bin through a translucent area of the inner bin.
US10202064B1 Load securement block
A load securement block includes a rectangular central block and two (2) rhomboid side blocks integral to opposite lengthwise sides of the central block and positioned in mirror image to each other. The block is made of closed cell high density foam. The block is configured to provide a protective and deformable barrier between a cargo strap and a cargo load being secured in place by the cargo strap. Alternate embodiments having different geometries are also disclosed.
US10202063B1 Support bracket for a tractor-trailer semi-truck cab rack
A unitary support bracket for a tractor-trailer semi truck cab rack. The device comprises a metal panel surrounded by a metal flange. The unitary construction and curved design provide structural support for the heavy loads borne by tractor-trailer semi truck cab rack.
US10202061B2 Driver-free transport vehicle for the safe transportation of heavy loads
The invention relates to a driver-free transport vehicle and to a method for the safe transportation of heavy loads which are in the form of loaded carriages which can be moved on castors, said vehicle having the following characteristics: a) vehicle housing having a central lifting mandrel for receiving and transporting a carriage by means of a docking traverse, with two drive wheels arranged on both sides of the vehicle housing, and in the center thereof, and at least one laser scanner system which is installed in the outer area of the vehicle housing; b) a drive motor for driving a hub spindle which presses, by means of a compression spring, the central lifting mandrel in a central opening of the docking traverse, and a system for supplying energy of the transport vehicle via inductive lines laid in the ground, by means of an induction current collector, is provided; c) an emergency stop system which comprises an emergency switch on the transport vehicle, the activation on the emergency stop switches triggering on each castor of the carriage, the simultaneous locking of a pressurized brake shoe.
US10202059B2 Load detection sensor and load detection sensor unit
A load detection sensor 5 of the invention includes: a first electrode sheet 50 which includes first electrode 52 and a first contact point 53; a second electrode sheet 60 which includes a second electrode 62 and a second contact point 63; a spacer 70 which is disposed between the first electrode sheet and the second electrode sheet; one terminal 5A which is electrically connected to the first electrode 52; and the other terminal 5B which is electrically connected to the first contact point 53. A connection maintaining portion AP in which an electrical connection is maintained even when an external pressure is not applied thereto is formed by the first contact point 53 and the second contact point 63, and odd series of the switches SW electrically connected in series between one terminal 5A and the other terminal 5B are set.
US10202058B2 Vehicle seat
A vehicle seat includes a seat back frame having a pair of side frames; a back panel main body constituted of resin and having a main wall and projections, the projections projecting away from the main wall to a seat width direction outer side; and back panel supports constituted of a resiliently deformable metal material and that each includes an attachment plate portion and a joining plate portion. The attachment plate portion is disposed along and is attached to a side wall portion of one of the pair of side frames, and the joining plate portion projects from an edge of the attachment plate portion toward the projection and is integrally joined to the projection.
US10202057B2 Surface skin-fastening structure for vehicle seat, operation lever device for vehicle seat, and vehicle seat
A surface skin-fastening structure for a vehicle seat for fastening a surface skin to a framework of a vehicle seat, includes a base member which is integral with the framework, a surface skin-pressing member fitted into the base member, an interlocking member provided to an end of the surface skin, and slits provided to the base member. The base member has an extension section, which is an end edge that makes contact with a reverse surface of the surface skin. The slits extend in linear fashion along the end edge of the base member. With the surface skin covering the end edge of the base member, the interlocking member and the end of the surface skin are inserted into one opening of the slits and pass through the slits to appear from the other opening, and are stopped in a state of surface contact at the base member.
US10202056B2 Sedan slouch seat
A seat assembly for an automotive vehicle comprises a seat cushion and a seat back pivotally coupled to the seat cushion for movement between a use position and a fold flat position overlying the seat cushion. A seat track assembly is coupled to the seat cushion for providing selective adjustment of the seat assembly between an upright design position and a reclined slouch position wherein the seat back is automatically pivoted rearwardly in response to forward sliding movement of the seat cushion. A sliding fold flat latch mechanism is operatively coupled to the seat back for slidably guiding the seat back during movement of the seat assembly between the upright design position and the reclined slouch position and for actuation between a locked condition retaining the seat back in the use position and an unlocked condition allowing pivotal movement of the seat back to the fold flat position.
US10202051B2 Speed control for back-drive power actuator
A back-drive speed control system for incorporation into an actuated vehicle seating system includes an actuator having a permanent magnet and a coil that can move relative to each other to create a voltage across a first terminal and a second terminal. The actuator is adapted to move a linkage in an actuated vehicle seating system. A biasing member moves one or both of the permanent magnet and the coil such that the first terminal has a positive potential relative to the second terminal. The back-drive speed control system further includes a first diode and a Zener diode in series connected across the first terminal and the second terminal such that the forward current direction of the first diode is oriented in the opposite direction to the forward current direction of the Zener diode.
US10202048B2 Systems and methods for adjusting operation of a vehicle according to HOV lane detection in traffic
System, methods, and other embodiments described herein relate to preemptively controlling one or more vehicle systems of a vehicle. In one embodiment, a method includes, in response to (i) detecting that a present traffic level along a route of the vehicle satisfies a congestion threshold and (ii) detecting that a type of roadway on which the vehicle is traveling is a highway, determining whether the vehicle is traveling in a high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane by identifying whether a number of passengers in the vehicle satisfies an HOV threshold. The method includes adjusting the one or more vehicle systems within the vehicle according to whether the number of passengers satisfies the HOV threshold to cause the vehicle to operate efficiently while traveling along the route with the present traffic level.
US10202045B2 Vehicle with shielded power receiving coil
A vehicle includes a power receiving portion that contactlessly receives electric power from a power transmitting portion provided outside the vehicle and includes a shield member that is arranged around the power receiving portion in the same plane as a plane in which the power receiving portion is arranged, wherein the shield member includes a first shield region having a high shielding function and a second shield region having a shielding function lower than that of the first shield region at a position around the power receiving portion.
US10202037B2 Reaction force output device
A reaction force output device includes a driving part configured to transmit a driving force of a motor to a driving member through a gear mechanism to drive the driving member, thereby outputting a force in a direction opposite to an operating direction of an operation element to the operation element operated by a driver; and a controller configured to determine a control amount applied to the driving part based on an input value supplied from an outside, wherein the controller gradually increases the control amount, maintains the control amount at a constant value and then increases the control amount stepwise when increasing the control amount according to the input value.
US10202036B2 Fuel tank and fuel tank mounting structure
In a fuel tank, high-rigidity portions are formed to protrude to an inner side from a part of a wall portion inside the fuel tank, the wall portion defining a closed space. A built-in part is fixed to the high-rigidity portions, and is also fixed to the horizontal portion. Therefore, when the fuel tank is deformed, deformation of the high-rigidity portions is restrained, so displacement of the built-in part is restrained. As a result, deformation is restrained in the horizontal portion of the fuel tank fixed to the built-in part that is restrained from being displaced when the fuel tank is deformed.
US10202035B2 Fuel shutoff valve
A fuel shutoff valve is attached to the upper portion of a fuel tank and shuts off the communication between the inside of the fuel tank and a canister by opening and closing a vapor passage for communicating between the fuel tank and the canister. The fuel shutoff valve is configured with a first valve mechanism having a coil disposed on the inner periphery of a cylindrical valve chamber and a movable core, which enables to communicate between the fuel tank and the canister by lowering the level of the movable core, and a second valve mechanism which enables to communicate between the fuel tank and the outside thereof by shifting the level of the valve body which is disposed inside the movable core due to the pressure from the inside of the fuel tank or the outside thereof.
US10202032B2 Propulsion unit for a hydraulic hybrid vehicle, comprising an electric machine
Propulsion unit for a hydraulic hybrid vehicle, comprising a transmission receiving power from a heat engine and from a second power source powered by hydraulic energy, to drive the wheels of the vehicle, characterized in that with the heat engine comprising no specific electric starter intended to drive same directly, one side of the casing (2) thereof, parallel to the axis, is fitted with an electric machine connected to a connecting shaft (12) which goes into the transmission.
US10202025B2 Vehicle roof module having a roof element and a roller blind apparatus
A vehicle roof module having a transparent roof element and a roller blind apparatus arranged under the roof element and having a roller blind track, which is wound on a winding shaft and can be pulled out to cover the underside of the roof element, and which is guided by a drain edge when pulled out from the winding shaft, wherein, according to the invention, foam material attached on or around the roof element contains a drain edge body having the drain edge.
US10202021B2 Vehicle compressor control apparatus and control method
The disclosure herein relates to a vehicle compressor control apparatus and control method, and more particularly to a vehicle compressor control apparatus for controlling compressor operating rate to allow braking according to brake negative pressure, while maintaining a minimum level of operation of the compressor. By preventing compressor deactivation during braking, the control apparatus assists in preventing moisture build-up of moisture on a windshield that decreases visibility for a driver and increases safety concerns. The apparatus includes: a compressor that reduces a temperature by compressing an air conditioner coolant; a data sensor that detects status data; and a controller that determines whether a brake negative pressure margin rate meets a first reference value when the status data satisfy a predetermined condition, and sets a compressor operating accordingly when the brake negative pressure margin rate meets a first reference value.
US10202017B2 Vehicular air-conditioning device
In this vehicular air-conditioning device, an inner wall surface along a width direction of an air-conditioning casing is provided with guide portions each extending in a vertical direction. The guide portions are recessed on the outside in the width direction, forming recesses with respect to the inner wall surface. When an evaporator is inserted from above the air-conditioning casing and assembled inside, second seal portions of side plates disposed on side surfaces of the evaporator are respectively inserted into the guide portions, whereby the evaporator is guided along the vertical direction. The guide portions further include an entry portion disposed at an upper end portion of a first guide wall and expanding in a direction away from a second guide wall. Thus, the evaporator can be inserted into the air-conditioning casing from above in a preferable manner.
US10202014B2 Twist beam axle assembly and method of manufacturing same
A twist axle assembly (20) of a vehicle includes a pair of trailing arms (22) and a twist beam (24) extending along an axis (A) between first and second twist beam ends (26, 28). The twist axle assembly (20) further includes a bushing (38) interconnected to each one of the first and second twist beam ends (26, 28) and a respective trailing arm (22) for establishing a weld-less joint between the twist beam (24) and the trailing arm (24). In an embodiment, the twist beam (24) and bushings (38) are tubular, and the bushings (38) are press-fit or molded onto the respective first or second twist beam ends (36, 38). In a further embodiment, the trailing arms (26) define an orifice (40) aligned on the axis (A), and the tubular bushings (38) are press-fit into the orifices (40) of the trailing arms (26) to establish the weld-less joint.
US10202010B2 Motor vehicle
A motor vehicle is provided having a towing lug at a front end of the motor vehicle. The towing lug is directly accessible. A longitudinal axis of the towing lug is arranged substantially vertical or downward at an angle, such that a free end of the towing lug, at which a lug section of the towing lug is formed, points downward in the direction of a roadway.
US10202007B2 Pneumatic tire
To provide a pneumatic tire which is improved in on-snow performance, while maintaining steering stability on dry road surface. The pneumatic tire is provided in a tread portion 2 with a pair of shoulder main grooves 3, a center main groove 4, shoulder land portions 6, and middle land portions 5. The middle land portions 5 are provided with middle lateral grooves 10 extending from the shoulder main grooves 3 toward the inside in the tire axial direction, while gradually decreasing the angle with respect to tire circumferential direction. The middle lateral groove 10 is provided with a groove bottom sipe 15 opened in the groove bottom.
US10202006B2 Tyre for vehicle wheels having improved tread pattern
Tire for vehicle wheels includes a tread pattern defined by modules arranged circumferentially along the tread, each of the modules including: a) a first slanted transverse groove extending from a first shoulder portion in the first half of the tread to a first end located in the second half of the tread; b) a second slanted transverse groove extending from a second shoulder portion in the second half of the tread to a second end located in the first half of the tread; c) a third slanted transverse groove extending from the first shoulder portion to a third end located in the first half of the tread; d) a fourth slanted transverse groove extending from the second shoulder portion to a fourth end located in the second half of the tread; wherein: e) the first end is substantially located at an intermediate portion of the second slanted transverse groove; and f) the second end is substantially located at an intermediate portion of the first slanted transverse groove of a circumferentially adjacent module.
US10202005B2 Pneumatic tire
The present technology provides a pneumatic tire that combines rolling resistance and wet grip performance while suppressing the occurrence of uneven wear. The pneumatic tire of the present technology has a cap rubber divided into a center portion that straddles a tire equator line and shoulder portions positioned on both sides thereof, a compound emphasizing wet grip performance and having a tan δ at 0° C. higher than that of the shoulder portions is disposed in the center portion and a compound emphasizing rolling resistance and having a tan δ at 60° C. lower than that of the center portion is disposed in both shoulder portions, and circumferential narrow grooves are formed on the respective shoulder sides of outermost main grooves in both the shoulder portions.
US10202002B2 Serviceable replacement spindle
A replacement spindle that can be easily removed for service or replacement. The spindle may have a threaded projection corresponding to a threaded bushing, which may be secured within an axle tube. The spindle may be screwed into place for use, then unscrewed for service or replacement.
US10202001B2 Quick release device for bicycle wheel
A quick release device for bicycle wheel is disclosed, including a mandrel, a wrench, at least one key, a limiting member, and an elastic member. The mandrel includes a shaft and an axial sleeve positioned at one terminal of the shaft and formed with multiple first grooves. The wrench includes a sleeve mounted on the axial sleeve, and is movable between a first position and a second position. The sleeve includes at least one second groove, wherein the key is positioned within one of the first grooves and the second groove when the sleeve is at the first position; the key is apart from one of the first grooves when the sleeve is the second position. The limiting member fits around the mandrel and includes a stopper. The elastic member is between the key and the stopper. Whereby, the application strength and lifetime can be increased with a lightweight feature.
US10201999B2 Method of manufacturing a lightweight wheel with high strength flexible spokes
A method of manufacturing a lightweight wheel with high strength flexible spokes of the present invention, includes providing a rim and hub, and a plurality of lightweight, flexible and resilient spokes between the rim and hub made of fibrous material that causes the spokes to be both lighter in weight and stronger than comparable steel spokes. The wheel includes a nipple within the rim that receives the high strength spoke and allows for flexibility in adapting the spoke to wheels having differing shapes and sizes.
US10201998B2 Wheel with flexible wide-body spokes
A wheel with flexible spokes, including a rim and hub, and spokes between the rim and hub made of fibrous material that causes the spokes to be both lighter in weight and stronger than comparable steel spokes. The spokes are also flexible and resilient such that they can bend while retaining their integrity and strength.
US10201996B2 Tape-like member, tape cartridge, and tape printing device
A tape cartridge including a tape member, a tape core on which the tape member is wound, and a cartridge case in which the tape member and the tape core are accommodated. The tape member includes a folded tape main body having a print portion on a first side of the fold and a non-print portion on a second side of the fold. The folded tape main body includes an adhesive layer that pastes the print portion and the non-print portion together. An outermost surface of the print portion forms a print surface. The adhesive layer is provided on an inner surface of the print portion. A first release agent layer is provided abutting the adhesive layer. A second release agent layer is provided on an inner surface of the non-print portion such that the second release agent layer contacts the adhesive layer and the first release agent layer.
US10201995B2 Printer and method for selecting printing start position
In accordance with an embedment, a printer comprises a sensor configured to detect a position of a paper conveyed in a conveyance path; a first setting module configured to set a plurality of start candidate positions which are candidates of a printing start position in a paper conveyance direction based on a sensing result of the sensor; a test printing module configured to carry out a test printing for specifying the start candidate position on the paper for each start candidate position set by the first setting module; a reception module configured to receive selection of one start candidate position from the start candidate positions specified by the test printing; and a second setting module configured to set the start candidate position received by the reception module as the printing start position.
US10201994B2 Ink jet printer
A head unit of an ink jet printer is formed with a mist removing space for removing an ink mist generated when an UV ink is discharged by an ink jet head from a gap between the head unit and a table, where the mist removing space is formed with a gas introducing port, arranged at a position between the ink jet head and the LED, for the gas to be introduced from the gap side between the head unit and the table to the mist removing space, an intake port for the gas to be suctioned from the mist removing space toward a sirocco fan side by an airflow generated by the sirocco fan, and a gas discharging port, arranged separately from the intake port, for the gas to be discharged from the mist removing space.
US10201993B2 Tape cassette
A tape cassette that includes a box-shaped cassette case whose outline being defined by a bottom wall, a top wall, and a side wall and including a plurality of corner portions, at least one tape contained within a tape containment area defined within the outline, a pair of cavities extending from the bottom wall and being provided between the tape containment area and the outline at opposite ends of a diagonal line connecting one of the corner portions to another of the corner portions, and a side face indicator portion provided in the side wall, indicating a type of the tape, and including a plurality of indicator portions disposed in a pattern in accordance with the type of the tape, each of the indicator portions being one of a switch hole and a surface portion.
US10201988B2 Tape cassette
A tape cassette includes a box-like housing, a tape mounted within the housing, a hole and a first indicator portion. The housing includes a top wall having a top surface, a bottom wall having a bottom surface and opposing the top wall, and a front wall having a specified height and being formed along peripheries of the top wall and the bottom wall. The hole is provided in the front wall. The first indicator portion includes at least one first aperture and indicates a first element among a plurality of elements of a type of the tape. The first indicator portion is provided in a portion, spaced from the front wall, of the bottom wall. The hole and the one first aperture is located to intersect a virtual line orthogonal to the front wall when viewing along a vertical direction orthogonal to the top wall and the bottom wall.
US10201986B2 Sheet conveyance device and image forming apparatus including the same
A sheet conveyance device transports a sheet to a predetermined processing unit, and includes a conveyance belt, a ventilation unit, and a suction unit. The conveyance belt has a first surface and a second surface, and is arranged to be opposed to the processing unit to transport the sheet on the first surface in a predetermined conveyance direction. On an upstream side of the processing unit in the conveyance direction, the ventilation unit blows out wind toward the sheet to adhere the sheet to the first surface of the conveyance belt. The suction unit is arranged to be opposed to the processing unit with the conveyance belt interposed therebetween to generate a negative pressure between the sheet adhered to the first surface by the ventilation unit and the conveyance belt, thereby bringing the sheet into close contact with the first surface of the conveyance belt.
US10201976B2 Inkjet printer
An inkjet printer has a printing head, a sheet conveying mechanism, a carriage mounting a printing head and configured to be reciprocally movable in a printing area and non-printing area. A cap is provided to be movable between a capping position an uncap position. A controller of the inkjet printer is configured to execute a printing process, a standby process, and a capping process in which the controller causes the carriage to move to the non-printing area and moves the cap from the uncap position to the capping position. The controller causes the carriage to move into the printing area when the next printing command is received after the standby process is finished and before the carriage moving process has been completed.
US10201964B2 Treatment for reducing the toxicity of 3D-printed parts
A method of reducing the toxicity of a 3D-printed part is provided. The method includes exposing the part to ultraviolet light sufficient to reduce the toxicity of the part. The toxicity of the ultraviolet light-treated part can be based on a comparison with the toxicity of a similarly prepared part not exposed to ultraviolet light.
US10201960B2 Lamination device
A lamination device that laminates a laminate material on a front surface of a substrate includes a transport unit that transports the substrate in a transport direction, and first and second pressurizing units that pressurize the laminate material disposed on the front surface of the substrate. The second pressurizing unit is movable in the transport direction at a velocity higher than a transportation velocity of the substrate. When the laminate material is laminated on the substrate transported, the first pressurizing unit laminates the laminate material on the substrate from a central portion between an upstream end of the substrate in the transport direction and a downstream end of the substrate in the transport direction toward the upstream side of the transport direction, and the second pressurizing unit laminates the laminate material on the substrate from the central portion of the substrate toward the downstream side of the transport direction.
US10201958B2 Apparatus for manufacturing membrane electrode assembly
An apparatus for manufacturing a membrane electrode assembly includes a suction roller, a porous base material supply roller, a porous base material collection roller, a laminated base material supply roller, an assembly collection roller, an application part disposed around the suction roller and a maintenance space for the maintenance of the application part. The porous base material supply roller and the porous base material collection roller are disposed on the opposite side of the suction roller from the maintenance space as seen in a horizontal direction. The porous base material supply roller and the porous base material collection roller are collectively disposed on one side of the suction roller. This configuration ensures the maintenance space on the opposite side of the suction roller, and lowers the height dimension of the manufacturing apparatus.
US10201957B2 Dye receiving layer composition, dye receiving substrate and method of fabricating the same
A dye receiving sheet includes a substrate and at least one dye receiving layer on one side of the substrate. The dye receiving layer includes: (a) polymers, wherein the polymers include PVC or PVC-VA copolymer or a mixture thereof, and the polymers are in an amount of 60-85 parts by weight based on the total weight of 100 parts by weight of the dye receiving layer; (b) a plasticizer, wherein the plasticizer has a melting point higher than 40° C., and the plasticizer is in an amount of 10-35 parts by weight based on the total weight of 100 parts by weight of the dye receiving layer; and (c) heat stabilizer, wherein the stabilizer is in an amount of 2-8 parts by weight based on the total weight of 100 parts by weight of the dye receiving layer.
US10201955B2 Cellular glass corrosion under insulation system
A cellular glass system for an outer surface of a pipe. An insulation layer surrounds the outer surface of the pipe. The insulation layer has an outer surface and an inner surface and comprises cellular glass. A foam fills an annular space between the outer surface of the pipe and the inner surface of the insulation layer and is configured to limit water intrusion into the annular space and attenuate sound. The system may also include another insulation layer and another foam layer between the two insulation layers.
US10201953B2 Steel foil and method for manufacturing the same
A steel foil according to an aspect of the present invention includes a rolled steel foil; and a Ni having <111>//RD texture plated on an outermost layer of the rolled steel foil. Regarding the steel foil, a <111> pole density in an inverse pole figure of a rolling direction may be 3.0 or more and 6.0 or less.
US10201952B2 Multilayer film for flexible wrapping
A subject of the present invention relates to a multilayer (or laminate) film, that can be used in the field of flexible wrapping, comprising at least 2 thin layers of material bonded together by a layer of an adhesive composition based on a styrene block copolymer. It also relates to a lamination process suitable for the manufacture of said film.
US10201950B2 Device for producing composite material, composite material produced using same, and method for producing composite material
The present invention provides a device for producing a composite material, including: a mat production unit that produces a mat which forms a polymer film having a plurality of fiber layers; a fiber production unit that produces a wide-width fiber which is formed of a plastic resin with a single direction fiber layer; and a composite material production unit to which the mat and the double width fiber are supplied so that the mat and the wide-width fiber are laminated according to a predetermined order of lamination. Also, the present invention provides a composite material produced using the device and a method for producing said composite material.
US10201942B2 Method for producing and coating a lens
A method for producing and coating a lens includes: applying a curable paste along the edge of a first molding shell and along the edge of the second molding shell, connecting the two molding shells by means of a sealing element to form a unit, casting a monomer into the unit, curing the monomer and the paste so that the lens is formed, detaching the sealing element from the unit, separating the lens from the two molding shells, placing the lens in a vacuum chamber of a vacuum-coating installation, and coating an optical surface of the lens, wherein no washing process is carried out between the step of separating the lens from the two molding shells and the step of placing the lens in the vacuum chamber.
US10201941B2 Systems for additively manufacturing composite parts
A system comprises a delivery guide movable relative to a surface. The delivery guide is configured to deposit a continuous flexible line along a print path that is stationary relative to the surface. The system further comprises a vessel, configured to hold a volume of a liquid photopolymer resin and to apply a quantity of the liquid photopolymer resin to the non-resin component to create the continuous flexible line. The system further comprises a feed mechanism, configured to pull the non-resin component through the vessel and to push the continuous flexible line out of the delivery guide. The system further comprises a source of curing energy. The source is configured to deliver the curing energy at least to a portion of the segment of the continuous flexible line after the segment of the continuous flexible line exits the delivery guide.
US10201940B2 Apparatus and method to predetermine a mechanical property of a three-dimensional object built by additive manufacturing
A computer implemented apparatus and method for receiving tool paths that a dispensing head follows to deposit roads of material for successively building object layers of a 3D object during an additive manufacturing process, generating simulated object layers of a simulated 3D object from the tool paths, wherein the simulated object layers represent an interior geometry of each one of the object layers, determining a contact surface area between adjacent ones of the simulated object layers, and determining a predicted mechanical property of the 3D object from the contact surface area and a material property of the material.
US10201936B2 Jig and processing method using jig
A jig for assisting in aligning a plurality of rectangular workpieces is in the form of a plate having a plurality of grooves parallel to each other. The grooves have respective one ends aligned straight with each other and have a depth smaller than the thickness of the workpieces. After the workpieces have been fitted in the respective grooves, an adhesive tape is applied to the workpieces and the workpieces are transferred from the jig to the adhesive tape, so that the workpieces are arrayed in alignment with each other on the adhesive tape. The workpieces on the adhesive tape are prevented from being placed in different positions and orientations, and can subsequently be processed efficiently.
US10201935B2 Electric heating pad
An electric heating pad for warming a patient. The electric heating pad may be a heated underbody support, heated mattress or heated mattress overlay. An embodiment of the heating pad includes a flexible sheet-like heating element including an upper edge, a lower edge, and at least two side edges. The heating pad may also include a shell covering the heating element and comprising at least two sheets of flexible material (e.g., two sheets may be one sheet folded over to form at least two sheets). The two sheets of flexible material may be coupled together about the edges of the heating element by a weld. The material of the two sheets may include urethane. In some embodiments, a catalyst to accelerate hydrogen peroxide decomposition is coated on or impregnated into an element within the shell, or on the interior surface of the shell.
US10201929B2 Raft techniques in three-dimensional printing
The strength of a bond between two adjacent layers of a three-dimensional print is weakened by initiating fabrication of a top layer at a height greater than the processing height for the print. This technique may be used in particular at the interface between a raft or other support and an object being fabricated, after which the printing process may return to a regular process height for additional layers used to fabricate the remainder of the object.
US10201924B2 High-molecular polysilane and method for the production thereof for producing pre-ceramic molded bodies
A method produces a polysilane by reacting at least two silane monomers and at least one alkali metal. The silane monomers have the following structural units: at least one aryl group, at least one alkyl group, at least one alkenyl group, and at least three halogen atoms. Wherein at least three of the halogen atoms are bonded to a silicon atom of one of the silane monomers, and the reaction step takes place in an ether-containing solvent, particularly preferably dioxane. The obtained polysilane has a high molecular mass and, at 100° C., a viscosity of 1,500 to 3,000 Pa·s. The polysilane is very suitable for being processed to form silicon carbide fibers and fiber composites.
US10201921B1 Molding system for preparing fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite article
The present disclosure provides a molding system for preparing a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite article. The molding system includes: a molding machine; a mold disposed on the molding machine and having a mold cavity for being filled with a composite molding material including a polymeric resin and a plurality of fibers; a processing module configured to generate an anisotropic stress distribution of the composite molding material in the mold cavity based on a molding condition for the molding machine; and a controller coupled to the processing module and configured to control the molding machine with the molding condition to perform an actual molding process for preparing the fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite article. The anisotropic stress distribution of the composite molding resin is generated based in part on consideration of an anisotropic rotational diffusion effect of the fibers in the composite molding material.
US10201919B2 Head rest
A headrest (400) is provided for a vehicle. The head rest (400) includes a front part (200) and a back part (100) with integrated lateral parts (104). The front part (200) and the back part (100) with integrated lateral parts (104) are formed in a complementary manner such that when they are assembled together, a closed space is formed in which a U-shaped curved support rod (300) can be inserted.
US10201918B1 Molding system for preparing fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite article
The present disclosure provides a molding system for preparing a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic (FRT) composite article, including a molding machine; a mold disposed on the molding machine and having a mold cavity to be filled with a composite molding resin including a polymeric material having a plurality of fibers; a processing module configured to generate an anisotropic viscosity distribution of the composite molding resin in the mold cavity based on a molding condition for the molding machine; and a controller coupled to the computing apparatus and configured to control the molding machine with the molding condition to perform an actual molding for the composite molding resin. The anisotropic viscosity distribution of the composite molding resin is generated by taking into consideration an orientation distribution of the fibers in the composite molding resin.
US10201916B2 Gas dispersion manufacture of nanoparticulates, and nanoparticulate-containing products and processing thereof
In one aspect, the present invention relates to a method of making multi-phase particles that include nanoparticulates and matrix, which maintains the nanoparticulates in a dispersed state. A flowing gas dispersion is generated that includes droplets of a precursor medium dispersed in a gas phase. The precursor medium contains liquid vehicle and at least a first precursor to a first material and a second precursor to a second material. The multi-phase particles are formed from the gas dispersion by removing at least a portion of the liquid vehicle from the droplets of precursor medium. The nanoparticulates in the multi-phase particles include the first material and the matrix in the multi-phase particles includes the second material.
US10201913B2 Modular mount for transit concrete mixer
A vehicle mountable, self-contained independent transit concrete mixer operating system is provided in two pre-assembled modular parts for mounting on a truck chassis. The system needs only power take-off, electrical and control system connections to be operable.
US10201911B2 Continuous process for forming a unitary mat
A continuous process forms a unitary mat on a line having at least two conveyors spaced from each other. The process includes combining the isocyanate, an isocyanate catalyst, and a plurality of lignocellulosic particles to form a mixture and a self-polymerization product of the isocyanate in-situ in the mixture. The process also includes forming the unitary mat from the mixture on a first conveyer and transferring the unitary mat from the first conveyor to a second conveyor across a predetermined distance while maintaining structural integrity of the unitary mat. The lignocellulosic particles have a moisture content of 0.5 to 30 weight percent of water. Moreover, the continuous process is free of a step of adding water to the isocyanate, the isocyanate catalyst, the lignocellulosic particles, and/or the unitary mat.
US10201906B2 Flexible grip die-alignment arrangement
A tool gripping and alignment plate arrangement, for accurately gripping and holding a tool in perfect alignment. The alignment plate arrangement comprises a flat unitary tool gripping plate. An irregular bore opening is formed in the tool gripping plate, for gripping a tool therein. The irregular bore wall opening is comprised of a first wall portion of 180 degrees in circumference, and a distortable second wall portion of less than 180 degrees in circumference. A bore-facing tool relief portion is arranged on a distal end of the distortable second wall portion.
US10201902B2 Force detector and robot
A force detector includes a first base, a second base, and a sensor therebetween. The sensor includes a side wall having a terminal, a sensor plate connected to one end of the side wall, a lid connected to the other end of the side wall to configure an inner space, a charge output element in the inner space, and a conductor electrically connecting the charge output element to the terminal. The sensor plate is between the first base and the charge output element. The lid is between the second base and the charge output element. An elastic modulus of the sensor plate is lower than that of the side wall. The charge output element includes crystal. The sensor plate includes a metal selected from stainless steel, Kovar, copper, iron, carbon steel, and titanium.
US10201900B2 Control device, robot, and robot system
A control device is capable of controlling each of a robot having a robot arm, and an imaging portion which is capable of capturing a first reference marker, a second reference marker, and a third reference marker, any one of the imaging portion, the first reference marker, the second reference marker, and the third reference marker is provided in the robot, and a posture of a reference surface parallel to a plane which passes through the first reference marker, the second reference marker, and the third reference marker, is acquired based on a first image in which the first reference marker is captured by the imaging portion, a second image in which the second reference marker is captured by the imaging portion, and a third image which captures the third reference marker by the imaging portion.
US10201896B2 Processing method, operation command generator, non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing program, and processing system
A processing method is for performing a processing with respect to a processing object in at least one field among biochemistry, biology, and biotechnology. The processing method includes transferring, using at least one arm of a robot configured to perform the processing, a container to a mover with the processing object attached on an inner surface of the container. The processing object is moved, using the mover, to a predetermined position on the inner surface of the container. The processing is performed, using a pipette mounted on the arm, with respect to the processing object at the predetermined position.
US10201894B2 Collet hydraulic hammer bushing
A bushing assembly for a reciprocating device is provided. The bushing assembly includes a hollow bushing housing, a collet guide member, and an adjuster mechanism. The hollow bushing housing has a substantially cylindrical shape and an angled inner sidewall. The collet guide member is disposed radially inward from and contacts the angled inner sidewall of the hollow bushing housing. The adjuster mechanism contacts a lower surface of the collet guide member and urges the collet guide member along the angled inner sidewall of the hollow bushing housing.
US10201888B2 Substrate processing apparatus
An embodiment of the present invention provides a buff process module. The buff process module includes: a buff table on which a processing target object is mounted; a buff head that holds a buff pad for applying a predetermined process to the processing target object; a buff arm that supports and swings the buff head; a dresser for dressing the buff pad; and a cleaning mechanism that is disposed between the buff table and the dresser and is for cleaning the buff pad.
关于PatentHub
关于我们 加入我们 联系我们 帮助中心
PatentHub产品
专利百科 商标查询 专利交易 大学排行榜 行业专题库
API接口 排行榜 专利资讯 最新中国发明专利 最新美国发明专利
PatentHub联系方式
QQ：3307693423 QQ：3236401158