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US10527021B2 Hydraulic turbine
Disclosed herein are linear hydraulic turbines in which the linear machine converts the majority of available energy in the flowing water into useful torque directly in the runner, leaving the outflow with very little velocity.
US10527019B2 Method for starting engine for hybrid electric vehicle
A method for starting an engine for a hybrid electric vehicle that includes a starter connected to the engine by a gear to start the engine and a motor-generator connected to the engine by a belt to start the engine or produce electricity include determining whether a start signal is input, determining whether a predetermined cold start condition is satisfied when it is determined that the start signal is input, starting the engine by use of the starter in a predetermined cold start mode when the cold start condition is satisfied, determining whether a predetermined cooperative control start condition is satisfied when the cold start condition is not satisfied, and starting the engine by use of the starter and the motor-generator in a predetermined cooperative control start mode when the cooperative control start condition is satisfied.
US10527018B2 Vehicle and start/stop method for a vehicle engine
A vehicle engine start/stop control method includes shifting an automatic transmission to a park or neutral position and auto-stopping the engine in response the automatic transmission being in the park or neutral position for a predetermined period of time that begins with a shift of the automatic transmission to the park or neutral position.
US10527015B2 Connector assembly for a fuel injector
An electrical connector assembly of a fuel injector includes a body with external walls defining an internal volume and an internal wall dividing the connector in a first part adapted to be fixed in a complementary engagement with the body of the injector and, in a second part adapted to receive another electrical connector. The electrical connector assembly also includes at least one electrical terminal extending through the internal wall from an inner extremity protruding in the inner volume of the first part of the body, to an outer extremity protruding in the outer volume of the second part of the body. The outer extremity is shaped to receive in a complementary engagement an electrical terminal of said another electrical connector. The connector assembly is adapted to be in fluid communication with the back leak return conduit of the injector.
US10527010B2 Control system for internal combustion engine
A control system for an internal combustion engine includes an electric supercharger that includes a compressor wheel that is configured to be rotated by an electric motor. The control system includes a bypass passage, a bypass valve, and an exhaust gas recirculation passage. The control device is configured to control the electric supercharger and the bypass valve based on an operation condition of the internal combustion engine. The control device is configured to cause a stepping operation of the electric supercharger in which acceleration and stopping of the compressor wheel are repeated within a predetermined cleaning time after operation of the internal combustion engine is stopped.
US10527007B2 Internal combustion engine/generator with pressure boost
This invention relates to improvements in internal combustion engines. More particularly it relates to increased levels of usable electrical energy production and fuel efficiency within a relatively fixed speed, cam-track style Engine/Generator when combined with the secondary injection or injections of a rapidly expanding medium (usually water) into the engines combustion chambers during and after the combustion process has been initiated. The injection of said medium causing reduced fuel consumption, increased cylinder pressure, an extended usable piston stroke length, and increased usable energy production, while reducing the temperature of the combustion gases in order to control or eliminate the production of the pollutant, NOx and to further reduce thermal pollution exhausted into the atmosphere.
US10527000B2 Aircraft with a hot air exhaust that comprises two pivotally mounted exhaust sections
An aircraft with at least one engine that generates a hot air flow in operation of the aircraft, wherein at least one hot air exhaust is provided for exhausting the generated hot air flow, the at least one hot air exhaust comprising at least one first exhaust section that is mounted in a rotatable manner to at least one second exhaust section via an associated off-axis swivel joint, wherein an actuating member is provided that is adapted for applying a turning moment to the at least one second exhaust section in operation of the aircraft in order to displace a longitudinal axis of the at least one second exhaust section with respect to a longitudinal axis of the at least one first exhaust section by a predetermined displacement angle.
US10526999B2 Engine
An engine provided with a combustion chamber includes a cylinder head in which a bulkhead is provided so as to extend toward the combustion chamber and an intake port is formed so as to bifurcate at the bulkhead, a bulkhead member that is provided with a partition plate intersecting the bulkhead and that divides the intake port into a first flow passage and a second flow passage with the partition plate provided between the first and second flow passages. The bulkhead of the cylinder head has a cutout formed and the partition plate of the bulkhead plate has an auxiliary wall that fills the cutout.
US10526998B2 Pressure controlled dynamic seal with captured fluid transfer tubes
A system and method for fluidly sealing a cylinder head interface between an engine block and a cylinder head of an internal combustion engine. An example apparatus includes a perimeter seal disposed on an outer periphery of the cylinder head. The perimeter seal has a first surface to abut a cylinder head sealing surface and a second surface to abut an engine block sealing surface. The perimeter seal is configured to prevent fluid from an external environment from entering the cylinder head interface and to allow fluid within the cylinder head interface to vent to the external environment when the fluid is above a predetermined pressure. A first fluid transfer tube seal fluidly seals a first fluid transfer orifice extending between the engine block and the cylinder head. The perimeter seal and the first fluid transfer tube seal are formed as a unitary structure.
US10526996B2 Adhesion of thermal spray using compression technique
An improved surface activation technique improves the adhesion of thermal spray coatings, which is useful for engine cylinder bores. The new method includes compressing the cylinder bore surface to create a surface profile on the surface, such as through rolling a roller along the surface. An engine block is also provided, which includes a plurality of cylinder bores, each cylinder bore having an inner surface, and each inner surface having a surface profile that includes a helical groove and other surface profiles formed in the inner surface. A thermal spray coating is formed on the inner surface of each cylinder bore, the thermal spray coating being adhered to the surface profile of the inner surface. A roller assembly for activating the surface is also provided.
US10526987B2 Exhaust purification device of engine
A NOx catalyst is provided on an exhaust passage of an engine. The NOx catalyst reduces the occluded NOx when an air-fuel ratio of exhaust gas is in the vicinity of a stoichiometric air-fuel ratio or in a richer state than the stoichiometric air-fuel ratio. Turbocharging is executed by turbochargers. In a low load region within the reduction execution region, a target air-fuel ratio is achieved, as required for NOx reduction, by air amount adjustment with an air amount control valve provided on an intake passage. Since a large amount of air is needed in the high load region within the reduction execution region, the target air-fuel ratio is achieved by air amount adjustment using turbocharging pressure control.
US10526986B2 Systems and methods for controlling EGR flow rate
According to one aspect of the present disclosure, a method of controlling an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system of an engine system includes determining a first EGR command according to a first method during a steady state engine condition, determining a second EGR command according to a second method during a transient engine condition, wherein the first method is based at least in part on values from a NOx sensor, and the second method is not based on values from a NOx sensor. The method further includes adjusting an EGR valve of the EGR system based on the first EGR command during the steady state engine condition, and adjusting the EGR valve based on the second EGR command during the transient engine condition.
US10526977B2 Device for automatically regulating aircraft power plant gas generator and free turbine speeds as a function of heating, electricity generation, noise emission, and fuel consumption
A regulator device for automatically regulating a power plant of a rotary wing aircraft having a turbine engine includes a computer system. The computer system, while implementation of an idling mode of operation of the turbine engine is requested and the aircraft is standing on ground, implements the idling mode of operation and operates the turbine engine in compliance with idling mode of operation as a function of operational and hierarchically ordered conditions either through a first mode of regulation by regulating a speed of rotation (Ng) of a gas generator of the turbine engine or through a second mode of regulation by regulating a speed of rotation (NTL) of a free turbine of the turbine engine.
US10526976B2 Tangential drive for gas turbine engine accessories
A gas turbine engine comprises a high speed spool and a low speed spool. A low speed power takeoff is driven by the low speed spool and a high speed power takeoff is driven by the high speed spool. The low speed power takeoff drives a plurality of low speed driven accessories about low speed spool drive axes and the high speed power takeoff drives a plurality of high speed driven accessories about high speed spool drive axes. The low speed spool drive axes are generally tangential to an envelope defined about a center axis of the engine, and the high speed spool drive axes are generally tangential to an envelope defined about the center.
US10526974B2 Decoupler assembly for engine starter
An air turbine starter for starting an engine, comprising a housing defining an inlet, an outlet, and a flow path extending between the inlet and the outlet for communicating a flow of gas there through. A turbine member is journaled within the housing and disposed within the flow path for rotatably extracting mechanical power from the flow of gas. A gear train is drivingly coupled with the turbine member, a drive train is operably coupled with the gear train, and an output shaft is selectively operably coupled to rotate with the engine via a decoupler.
US10526973B2 System for supplying a turbine engine with fluid having a low pressure pumping assembly comprising two pumps in parallel
A system for supplying a turbine engine with fluid includes a first low-pressure pump, a downstream hydraulic resistance and a high-pressure volumetric pump located between the first low-pressure pump and the downstream hydraulic resistance. The downstream hydraulic resistance includes at least one element selected among a fluid proportioning unit, a filter, a flow meter, an exchanger, a cut-off valve and an injection system. The supply system includes a second low-pressure pump and a supply variator configured such as to vary the flow of fluid supplied to the second low-pressure pump, the second low-pressure pump and the supply variator being located parallel to the first low-pressure pump.
US10526972B2 Segmented fuel delivery system
A fuel manifold may be provided for use in a turbine engine. The fuel manifold may include four discrete segments including a first segment, a second segment, a third segment, and a fourth segment. The fuel manifold may also include a first line coupled to the first segment and the second segment and a second line coupled to the third segment and the fourth segment. The first line may be configured to supply a first portion of the fuel to the first segment and a second portion of the fuel to the second segment. The second line may be configured to supply a third portion of fuel to the third line and a fourth portion of fuel to the fourth segment.
US10526971B2 Super-cooled heat exchanger of an air cycle machine
An integrated fuel and environmental control system is provided and includes a first heat exchanger in which fuel and oil thermally communicate and a second heat exchanger disposable in a super-cooled fluid flow. The second heat exchanger is receptive of at least one of the fuel and oil from the first heat exchanger whereby the at least one of the fuel and oil thermally communicate with the super-cooled fluid flow. The second heat exchanger is also receptive of a second fluid whereby the second fluid thermally communicates with the super-cooled fluid flow downstream from the thermal communication of the super-cooled fluid flow with the at least one of the fuel and oil.
US10526968B2 Gas turbine facility
A gas turbine facility 10 of an embodiment includes: a combustor 20; a cylinder 80 dividing a space between a combustor casing 70 and the combustor 20; and a turbine 25 rotated by a combustion gas exhausted from the combustor 20. The gas turbine facility 10 includes: a heat exchanger 24 which cools the combustion gas; a pipe 42 through which a part of the combustion gas cooled in the heat exchanger 24 passes in the heat exchanger 24 to be heated and is guided to a space between the combustor 20 and the cylinder 80; a pipe 44 which guides another part of the combustion gas cooled in the heat exchanger 24 to a space between the combustor casing 70 and the cylinder 80; and a pipe 45 which exhausts a remaining part of the combustion gas cooled in the heat exchanger 24 to the outside.
US10526963B2 Cooling of turbine engine by evaporation
An axial turbine engine for an aircraft, in particular a ducted fan turbine engine. The engine comprises an oil circuit with a cooler fitted with a first heat exchange surface in contact with oil of the oil circuit, and a second heat exchange surface in contact with a secondary air flow entering the turbine engine. The cooler is of the air/oil type (ACOC) and comprises fins. To increase the capacity of the cooler, the cooler is fitted with a device for injecting a cooling liquid, e.g., water with additives. The thermal capacity of the water amplifies the cooling. Evacuation of the water increases the thrust of the turbine engine. A method is also provided for cooling the turbine engine of an aircraft by injection of a cooling liquid at the time of take-off.
US10526958B2 Reverse offset wastegate valve assembly for improved catalyst light-off performance
A turbocharger assembly may include a turbine wheel. A turbine housing may surround at least part of the turbine wheel. A wastegate port may be defined by the turbine housing and may provide a bypass around the turbine wheel. A valve plate may be movable between a first position closing the wastegate port and a number of additional positions opening the wastegate port. The valve plate may have a face that faces the wastegate port. A shaft may be connected to the valve plate and may rotate about an axis at a pivot point. The pivot point may be located on an opposite side of a line from the valve plate, wherein the line may extend from the face and in a plane within which the face exists when the wastegate port is closed by the valve plate.
US10526949B2 Thermally insulating protective sleeve
A thermally insulating protective sleeve. The thermally insulating protective sleeve comprises a tubular shell and a thermally insulating liner located in the tubular shell and made of a thermally insulating soft material. The shell comprises two longitudinally separated half-parts, the two half-parts being detachably connected to each other. The thermally insulating liner defines a hollow opening in the shell, and an object to be thermally insulated can be received in the hollow opening in such a way that the thermally insulating liner is subjected to pressure in a radial direction.
US10526946B2 Device for providing a liquid additive, and method for heating the additive
A device for providing a liquid additive into an exhaust line includes a tank, a delivery line, a heating element formed of a posistor or PTC material for heating the additive in the tank and/or the delivery line, and a dosing device or doser for dosing the liquid additive. The dosing device has a coil and a movable component and the movable component can be moved by the coil. The coil can be connected electronically in series with the heating element by a first switching element. It is thus possible for an activation current through a heating element formed of a posistor material to be limited in magnitude in an inexpensive manner.
US10526945B2 Microchip oxygen sensor for control of internal combustion engines or other combustion processes
A microchip oxygen sensor for sensing exhaust gases from a combustion process, and related methods. The microchip oxygen sensor includes a dielectric substrate and a heater pattern affixed to the substrate. A first electrode is affixed to the substrate and has a first plurality of fingers forming a first comb. A second electrode is affixed to the substrate and has a second plurality of fingers forming a second comb. The second electrode is disposed in spaced relation to the first electrode such that the first and second combs face each other. A semiconducting layer is disposed over the first and second electrodes so as form a physical semiconductor bridge between the first and second electrodes. The semiconducting layer comprises an n-type semiconducting material or a p-type semiconducting material. A porous dielectric protective layer, advantageously containing a catalytic precious metal, may cover the semiconducting layer.
US10526943B2 Microwave heating apparatus and exhaust gas purification apparatus
A disclosed microwave heating apparatus includes a casing part configured to accommodate an object to be heated; a microwave generator configured to generate a microwave; an electromagnetic wave generator configured to generate an electromagnetic wave whose frequency is different from that of the microwave; an electromagnetic wave sensor configured to measure power of the electromagnetic wave, the power of the electromagnetic wave being measured after the electromagnetic wave incident on the casing part from the electromagnetic wave generator has passed through the object to be heated; and a controller configured to control, based on the power measured in the electromagnetic wave sensor, the microwave generator to generate the microwave.
US10526942B2 Internal combustion engine and exhaust-gas-component estimating method
An internal combustion engine, which includes a collection device that is arranged in an exhaust pipe through which an exhaust gas emitted from a cylinder passes and collects PM contained in the exhaust gas and an NOx sensor that is arranged on an upstream side of the collection device and detects an NOx content in the exhaust gas, includes: an estimating device which estimates a PM content in the exhaust gas at the upstream side of the collection device from a detection value of the NOx sensor, based on a trade-off relation between an NOx emission amount and a PM emission amount from the cylinder.
US10526938B2 Arrangement and method for controlling a flow of crankcase gases from an internal combustion engine prior to oil separation
The arrangement for controlling the flow of laden gases is arranged upstream of an oil separation system and is provided with a check valve, a bypass valve and a stationary segment. The check valve is at least partially movable so as to define a first passage for a forward first flow direction in the event of positive pressure, while the bypass valve is moved rearward by negative pressure so as to clear a second passage for a second, opposite, flow direction. The stationary segment forms a seating surface for the bypass valve. The bypass valve, urged against the seating surface by an elastic biasing member, forms a seat for the check valve. In the event of sufficient negative pressure, the two valves are moved rearward together despite the biasing member and work together to redirect and guide the flow along an escape path corresponding to the second passage.
US10526937B2 Baffle plate for oil pan
A baffle plate includes a curved part which in turn includes a bottom portion (40), an upstream inclined portion (41), and a downstream inclined portion (42). A part of the downstream inclined portion adjacent to the bottom portion is provided with a first downstream through hole (49) elongated in the axial direction of the crankshaft, and a downstream side wall (50) extending from a downstream edge of the first downstream through hole in an upstream direction with respect to the rotational direction of the crankshaft, and a part of the downstream inclined portion remote from the bottom portion is provided with a plurality of second downstream through holes (52).
US10526933B2 Hollow engine valve and manufacturing method therefor
The present invention provides a hollow engine valve achieving high durability while suppressing an increase in manufacturing cost, and a manufacturing method therefor. A manufacturing method for a hollow engine valve comprises: a step of forming, by forging, a solid round bar as a material of a valve main body into a valve main body intermediate member provided with a semifinished product valve head portion corresponding to a valve head portion and a solid stem portion corresponding to a valve stem portion; a step of performing cutting process with respect to the valve main body intermediate member across the solid stem portion and the semifinished product valve head portion for forming a semifinished product hollow hole with a bottom corresponding to a hollow hole, thereby forming the valve main body intermediate member into a valve main body semifinished product provided with the semifinished product valve head portion and a semifinished product valve stem portion; and a step of performing necking process with respect to the valve main body semifinished product for squeezing the semifinished product valve stem portion step by step, thereby reducing the diameter of the semifinished product valve stem portion and increasing the length of the stem of the semifinished product valve stem portion, to form the valve main body semifinished product into the valve main body.
US10526924B2 Thermodynamic cycle system
A thermodynamic cycle such as an organic Rankine cycle system, utilizing a lubricant and a working fluid, for a machine in which pressurized gaseous working fluid is expanded to a lower pressure level and the energy from the fluid expansion is transformed into mechanical rotation energy; the lubricant includes a polyalkylene glycol based lubricant composition and the working fluid includes a mixture of alcohol and water.
US10526920B2 Electrical connector for turbine engine casing
A turbine engine casing, and in particular an axial turbine engine compressor casing, includes an annular wall and a fastening flange associated with the wall. The fastening flange includes a fastening surface applied against a corresponding mounting surface of the turbine engine, for example, a surface on an intermediate fan casing or a mounting surface of a flow separator. The fastening flange includes at least one electrical connector with one end lying flush with the fastening surface of said fastening flange.
US10526919B2 Bolt attachment to composite fan case
A fan case includes a composite fan case body including an outer surface and at least one attachment tool attached to the outer surface of the fan case body. The attachment tool includes a boss that has at least one fastener opening with a threaded insert. A channel extends from at least one interior cavity of the attachment tool through an outer wall of the attachment tool.
US10526918B2 Engine arrangement
An engine arrangement includes a first engine unit, a second engine unit and at least one member for fastening the second engine unit to the first engine unit. The first unit and the second unit include fluid ports for achieving a fluid flow between the first and second unit. The engine arrangement further includes a valve for opening and closing at least one of the fluid ports and the fastening member is moveably arranged relative to the first unit and second unit and is arranged to act on the valve.
US10526917B2 Platform lip impingement features
An exemplary gas turbine engine includes a turbine section positioned about an engine central longitudinal axis. The turbine section includes a component with a platform providing a lip, a rail extending radially from the platform and at an axial location spaced from an outer axial extension of the lip. An inner face of the rail and a surface of the platform at least partially provide a cavity. At least one opening extends from the inner face to an outer face of the rail opposite the inner face to provide fluid communication from the cavity to the lip.
US10526915B2 Firewall mount hub
A gas turbine engine comprises an engine having a compressor section, and a turbine section. A firewall and accessory pumps are mounted on a downstream side of the firewall. The accessory pumps are driven by electric motors mounted on the firewall on an upstream side of the firewall.
US10526913B2 Anti-windmilling system for a gas turbine engine
A gas turbine engine includes a compressor having a first compressor section and a second compressor section, a combustor fluidly connected to the compressor, and a turbine fluidly connected to the combustor. The turbine has a first turbine section and a second turbine section. A first shaft connects the first compressor section and the first turbine section. A second shaft connects the second compressor section and the second turbine section. A fan is connected to the first shaft via a geared architecture. A low speed accessory gearbox is interfaced with the first shaft via a mechanical interface. The low speed accessory gearbox includes a mechanical brake.
US10526911B2 Split synchronization ring for variable vane assembly
A synchronization ring for a variable vane assembly of a gas turbine engine may include a first ring portion and a second ring portion. The first ring portion and the second ring portion may be detachably coupled together to jointly define a plurality of cylindrical bores circumferentially distributed around the synchronization ring and extending radially through the synchronization ring.
US10526910B2 Gas turbine engine nacelle ventilation manifold for cooling accessories
A gas turbine engine comprises a core engine housing. A nacelle is positioned radially outwardly of the core engine housing. An outer bypass housing is positioned outwardly of the nacelle. There is at least one accessory to be cooled positioned in a chamber radially between the core engine housing and the nacelle. A manifold delivers cooling air into the chamber, and extends ng circumferentially about a central axis of the core engine. The nacelle has an asymmetric flow cross-section across a circumferential extent.
US10526907B2 Internally cooled seal runner
A contact seal assembly for a shaft of a gas turbine engine includes a seal runner adapted to be connected to the shaft and rotatable relative to a carbon ring. The seal runner includes concentric inner and outer annular portions radially spaced apart to define at least one internal fluid passage between the inner and outer annular portions of the seal runner.
US10526906B2 Mobile turbine blade with an improved design for an aircraft turbomachine
A turbine blade for an aircraft turbomachine including a root, an airfoil and a platform inserted between the airfoil and the root and delimiting a gas circulation flowpath, the platform having two axial ends each forming an angel wing of which at least one has an internal cavity that will be supplied with air from the root of the blade. At least one of the two angel wings is drilled with at least one bleed hole for passage of a bleed flow from the internal cavity that will limit/prevent gas recirculation outside the flowpath.
US10526900B2 Shrouded turbine blade
A turbine component including a shrouded airfoil with a flow conditioner configured to direct leakage flow and coolant to be aligned with main hot gas flow is provided. The flow conditioner is positioned on a shroud base radially adjacent to the tip of the airfoil and includes a ramped radially outer surface positioned further radially inward than a radially outer surface of the shroud base. The ramped radially outer surface extends from a first edge to a second edge in a direction generally from the suction side to the pressure side of the airfoil, such that the first edge is positioned further radially inward than the second edge. Multiple coolant ejection holes are positioned on the ramped radially outer surface. The coolant ejection holes are connected fluidically to an interior of the airfoil.
US10526895B2 Optimized aerodynamic profile for a turbine blade, in particular for a rotary wheel of a turbine
When cold and in the non-coated state, the aerodynamic profile is substantially identical to a nominal profile determined by the Cartesian coordinates X,Y, Zadim given in Table 1, in which the coordinate Zadim is the quotient D/H where D is the distance of the point under consideration from a first reference plane P0 situated at the base of the nominal profile, and H is the height of said profile measured from the first reference plane to a second reference plane P1. The measurements D and H are taken radially relative to the axis of the turbine, while the X coordinate is measured in the axial direction of the turbine.
US10526891B2 Device and method for cutting quarry stone
A device for cutting a block of stone that includes a support bar including a monolithic metallic plate. The device also includes a wear bar that is secured to the monolithic metallic plate and has a longitudinal slot, and a cutting belt positioned in the longitudinal slot of the wear bar and including a cutting surface to cut the stone. A method of cutting the stone is also disclosed.
US10526887B2 Depth/orientation detection tool and methods thereof
Methods and systems for depth and radial orientation detection are provided. Methods for determining the depth or radial orientation of one or more downhole components include the steps of providing a target mass and a using a detection device for detecting the depth and/or orientation of the target mass. In some cases, the target mass is initially nonradioactive and then, after installing the target mass downhole, it may be irradiated to form a relatively short-lived radioactive target mass, which may then be detected with a radiation detector. In this way, the target mass acts as a depth or radial orientation marker. Where the target mass is situated downhole in a known radial relationship to another downhole component, the radial orientation of the other downhole component may be deduced once the radial orientation of the target mass is determined. Advantages include higher accuracies and reduced health, safety, and environmental risks.
US10526884B2 Systems and methods for monitoring cement quality in a cased well environment with integrated chips
A well monitoring system may provide a plurality of integrated chips dispersed in cement surrounding a well casing. Each of the integrated chips may provide energy harvesting circuitry, EM transceiver, modulator, additional sensor(s), processor or microprocessor, memory, power source, or the like. Upon analyzing data gather from the sensor(s), emitted and detected EM waves, the system may provide information about the cement thickness at different parts of the well, cement setting/curing, local electrical permittivity, local magnetic permeability, temperature, pressure, pH, local NMR spectrum, local ESR spectrum, local florescence response, local porosity, local permeability, etc. Further, the integrated chips may be utilized to transmit/receive the abovementioned data, other data (e.g. command data, power signal, etc.), or the like to/from the main transceiver.
US10526883B2 Absolute time reference based control system for well construction automation
A system for controlling drilling unit apparatus includes a plurality of drilling unit apparatus each operated by a corresponding controller. Any one or more of the controllers is in signal communication with either or both of (i) at least one sensor that generates a signal related to an operating condition of the drilling unit apparatus and (ii) at least one other of the controllers to accept as input therefrom a signal related to an operating state of the corresponding drilling unit apparatus. A plurality of time reference signal receivers is each in signal communication with a corresponding controller. An absolute time reference signal transmitter is in signal communication with each time reference signal receiver such that any one or more of the controllers operates its respective drilling apparatus in response to either or both of (i) the sensor signal and (ii) the signal from the at least one other controller.
US10526881B2 Solvents and non-condensable gas coinjection
Producing hydrocarbons by steam assisted gravity drainage, more particularly, utilizing conventional horizontal wellpair configuration of SAGD in conjunction of infill production well, to coinject oil-based solvents with steam initially and then switch to NCG-steam coinjection after establishing thermal communication between the thermal chamber and infill well.
US10526878B2 System, apparatus and method for artificial lift, and improved downhole actuator for same
Embodiments provide a system, apparatus and method for artificial lift including a hydraulic downhole rodless pump actuator.
US10526877B1 Plunger lift slug controller
A method for controlling the liquid load size of a plunger lift well during the shut in time of the well to facilitate a controlled plunger rise. Intra-cycle control allows dynamic adjustments within a cycle to keep the plunger running and not stalling out or rising too fast. The method includes the steps of shutting in the well to build up pressure within the well, adjusting a size of a liquid slug within the tubing while the well is shut in, opening a valve to relieve pressure within the well and raise the plunger within the tubing, pushing the liquid slug out of the well with the plunger, and closing the valve wherein the plunger falls within the tubing. The intra-cycle adjustments include reducing the size of the liquid slug for preventing fluid loading and increasing the size of the liquid slug for controlling a rise rate of the plunger.
US10526872B2 ICD optimization
A method of optimization ICD design that includes consideration of reservoir characteristics, well configuration and type of enhanced oil recovery technique, as well as needed performance characteristics. Thus, the ICD is optimized for particular wells, reservoirs and/or enhanced oil recovery uses.
US10526866B2 Casing expansion for well plugging
The present invention discloses a method of plugging a well that relies on casing expansion to plug uncemented casing sections, rather than milling out the casing or perforate wash and cement (PWC).
US10526865B2 Annular barrier with closing mechanism
The present invention relates to a downhole annular barrier to be expanded in an annulus between a well tubular structure and a wall of a borehole or another well tubular structure downhole in order to provide zone isolation between a first zone having a first pressure and a second zone having a second pressure of the borehole, the annular barrier comprising a tubular part adapted to be mounted as part of the well tubular structure, the tubular part having an outer face and an inside, an expandable metal sleeve surrounding the tubular part and having an inner sleeve face facing the tubular part and an outer sleeve face facing the wall of the borehole, each end of the expandable metal sleeve being connected with the tubular part, and an annular space between the inner sleeve face of the expandable metal sleeve and the tubular part, a first opening in fluid communication with the inside, a second opening in fluid communication with the annular space, a bore having a bore extension and comprising a first bore part having a first inner diameter and a second bore part having an inner diameter which is larger than that of the first bore part, wherein the first opening and the second opening are arranged in the first bore part and displaced along the bore extension, and the annular barrier further comprises a piston arranged in the bore, the piston comprising a first piston part having an outer diameter substantially corresponding to the inner diameter of the first bore part and comprising a second piston part having an outer diameter substantially corresponding to the inner diameter of the second bore part, and a rupture element preventing movement of the piston until a predetermined pressure in the bore is reached. Furthermore, the present invention relates to an annular barrier system.
US10526861B2 Centralized control of wellbore cement head and pumping unit
Centralized control of a cement head using a pumping unit control device is provided. The control device, located at the pumping unit, is communicably coupled to the cement head and pumping unit via a wired or wireless link. Using the control device, the pumping unit operator sends control signals to the pumping unit and cement head to control the cementing operation from outside the red zone, thereby removing the need for a rig hand to operate the cement head.
US10526860B2 Casing hanger assembly
A casing hanger assembly includes a landing ring secured to a containment well cellar or the conductor pipe. A casing hanger welded to the external surface of the last section of surface casing seats into the landing ring. Optionally, a lock down mechanism can be used to prevent buoyancy and hydraulic forces from causing the well to pack off.
US10526857B2 Radial spring lock system for collars, sleeves and centralizers
A spring lock system for use in attaching a wellbore component to a tubular includes a tubular spring body having a plurality of profiles along an axial length thereof. The tubular spring body is configured to move between an unclamped position and a clamped position. The spring lock system further includes a locking and activation pin disposed between the profiles of the tubular spring body. The locking and activation pin is rotatable relative to the tubular spring body to move the tubular spring body from the unclamped position to the clamped position.
US10526855B2 Real-time frequency loop shaping for drilling mud viscosity and density measurements
Methods control systems for viscosity and density control may include a frequency loop shaping filter for shaping the frequency response in real-time for a multiple inputs multiple outputs (MIMO) system. For example, a method may include drilling a wellbore while circulating a drilling mud through a viscosity and density control system that includes one of: a mechanical separation system, a dilution system, a chemical additive regulation system, and any combination thereof; applying a frequency loop shaping filter to a desired mud viscosity and a desired mud density to produce control signals: a first control signal for the mechanical separation system, a second control signal for the dilution system, a third control signal for the chemical additive regulation system, and any combination thereof; and applying the control signals to the corresponding systems to alter the drilling mud to have a controlled viscosity value and a controlled density value.
US10526854B2 Methods for handling pipe
A method for handling pipe includes orienting a pipe having first and second ends so that the second end of the pipe is positioned vertically above the first end, and while the pipe is oriented with the second end positioned vertically above the first end, gripping onto the pipe proximate the first end with a lift jaw assembly that is coupled to a lift arm assembly. The pipe is vertically misaligned at a substantially non-zero misalignment angle relative to the first end of the pipe while gripping the pipe with the lift jaw assembly, wherein vertically misaligning the pipe includes rotating the lift jaw assembly relative to the lift arm assembly.
US10526851B2 Connecting element for a tubular component overlaid with a metallic composite deposit and method of obtaining such element
A connecting element for a tubular component, the connecting element being overlaid with a coating including a principal layer constituted by a nickel-phosphorus alloy, a tubular component including one or more such connecting elements, and a method for producing such a connecting element.
US10526850B2 Drill bit cutter having shaped cutting element
A drill bit cutter having a shaped cutting element is disclosed. The cutter includes a substrate having a fixed portion, and a rotating portion rotatably attached to the fixed portion. The cutter also includes a cutting element secured to the rotating portion of the substrate, the cutting element having a non-circular cross-section in a plane perpendicular to a cutter axis of the rotating cutting element, the cross-section having a radially symmetric shape.
US10526846B2 Material exhaust connection for horizontal bore
An earth boring apparatus may include an earth-boring cutter head, and a casing secured to the cutter head and extending rearwardly therefrom so that the casing and cutter head are rotatable together as a unit. A casing cuttings passage may extend from adjacent the casing front end to adjacent the casing back end. An entrance opening of the casing cuttings passage, which is adjacent the cutter head, is adapted to allow cuttings to move through the entrance opening into the casing cuttings passage. In some implementations there may be a stationary auger positioned within the casing cuttings passage rearwardly from the entrance opening, such that the stationary auger does not rotate when the casing and cutter head are rotated together as a unit.
US10526845B2 Downhole tool string
A downhole tool string comprising a motor unit (3) having a rotational shaft rotating with a rotational motor speed; a gear section; an operational tool having a tool shaft rotated by the gear section (5) at a lower rotational speed than that of the rotational shaft; and a pump unit (8) having a rotor shaft rotated by the motor unit (3) for providing fluid around or past an operational tool (6). The pump unit (8) is arranged between the gear section (5) and the operational tool (6).
US10526840B2 Perimetrical frame for glass doors
Perimeter frame for sliding glass doors of the type including extruded metal profiles that are combined together circumferentially surrounding the glass sheet having two lateral profiles (1) arranged vertically and that fit on the sides of the glass sheet (4), a set of lower profiles (2) arranged horizontally on each side of the glass sheet (4) at its lower part and a set of upper profiles (3) arranged vertically in the upper area of the sheet glass (4), between which there is provided an opening (5) through which protrudes the upper portion of the glass (6), in which the clamps (7) that hold the sheet are applied.
US10526839B2 Method of installing an adjustable corner pad
A sealing pad is configured to be adjustably mounted between the perimeter of a door and a surrounding doorjamb. The sealing pad is adjustably mounted to a bottom corner of the doorjamb. The sealing pad has a base, an inside lobe closest to an inside edge of the sealing pad, an outer lobe farthest away from the inside edge, and a middle lobe between the inside and outer lobes. The base contains a tail at the inside edge opposing and extending away from the outside lobe.
US10526837B2 Control system for window shutter
A control system for a shutter is disclosed. The shutter includes a force-bearing mechanism and a plurality of slats. The control system includes a power source, a driving device connected to the power source to output a first driving force, which drives the force-bearing mechanism to rotate the slats, and a clutch mechanism, which includes an input member and an output member which are drivable to be connected together for synchronous operation, or to be mutually disconnected for independent operation. When the driving device outputs the first driving force, the input member is engaged with the output member, and the first driving force can be transmitted to the force-bearing mechanism through the clutch mechanism to rotate the slats. When the driving device stops, the input member is disengaged from the output member, and the slats and the force-bearing mechanism are rotatable relative to the driving device.
US10526835B2 Door systems and door hardware components
Door systems and door hardware components are described herein, along with methods of installing the door systems and components. The door systems include a bottom spacer that racks the door system in an opening in which the door system is being installed to facilitate proper spacing of the door after removal of the bottom spacer.
US10526833B2 Control apparatus and control method for sunroof of vehicle, and vehicle
The present disclosure provides a control apparatus and a control method for a sunroof of a vehicle, and the vehicle including the control apparatus. The control apparatus includes an acquisition device, a sensor and a control device. The acquisition device is configured to acquire a precipitation probability value at a place where the vehicle is located, the sensor is configured to measure a humidity value outside the sunroof, and the control device is configured to compare the precipitation probability value and the humidity value with a preset precipitation probability threshold and a preset humidity threshold respectively, so as to control the sunroof.
US10526832B2 Window regulator assembly for a motor vehicle
It is provided a window regulator assembly of a motor vehicle, comprising: a carrier; a guiding device provided on the carrier for guiding a flexible traction means via which an adjusting force produced on an adjustment drive can be transmitted to a window pane to be adjusted; a flexible traction means guided on the guiding device on which at least one driver is fixed, via which the window pane to be adjusted can be connected with the flexible traction means, so that when a force is introduced into the flexible traction means, the driver together with a window pane attached thereto is adjusted by an adjustment drive along a longitudinally extended adjustment path defining an adjustment surface a socket for bearing a deflection element by means of which the flexible traction means can be deflected; and a deflection element pivotally mounted on the socket.
US10526831B2 Door and suspension mechanism assembly and an assembly of an elongated housing and a door and suspension mechanism assembly
A door and suspension mechanism assembly for use at or near an end of an elongated housing, where the suspension mechanism allows a linear movement of the door relative to the elongated housing and for a pivoting movement of the door relative to the elongated housing. Hence, the door and the suspension mechanism assembly provide access to a cavity in the elongated housing.
US10526830B2 Double opening storage device
A gap is maintained between: an outer surface of a shaft which is inserted in and removed from a hole of a box body and serves as a rotation shaft; and a hole wall, while axial misalignment of the shaft in the hole is inhibited. In a double opening storage device, a lid has two shafts that extend so as to advance and retract along two rotation shafts. Each shaft has a cut portion which is obtained by a part of a circumferential portion of a leading end portion being cut out and disposed in a lower portion at lid closed position. The box body has two holes, formed in a side wall, corresponding to the two shafts of the lid, and has a projection that projects upward from a lower surface of the hole wall of each hole, and that moves the shaft upward when the lid is opened.
US10526826B2 Interlock device of ring main unit
An interlock device of a ring main unit configured to be attached to an inner frame of the ring main unit controls an attachment and detachment of a cable cover using a spring, thereby including an effect of facilitating the attachment and detachment of the cable cover through an elastic force of the spring.
US10526821B2 Keyless vehicle door latch system with powered backup unlock feature
A keyless door latch system for doors of motor vehicles includes a backup electrical power supply to unlock the door latch in the event the primary power supply fails, thereby eliminating the need for a lock cylinder. The latch system includes a user input device having first and second user input features. The door latch system is configured to supply electrical power from the primary electrical power supply to unlock the latch upon actuation of the first user input feature, and to supply electrical power from the backup electrical power supply to unlock the latch upon actuation of the second user input feature. The user input device may comprise a wireless portable device that generates first and second wireless signals upon actuation of the first and second user input features, respectively.
US10526818B2 Motor vehicle lock
The application is directed to a motor vehicle lock for a door arrangement, wherein the catch may be brought into holding engagement with a lock striker, wherein the pawl may be brought into an engagement position, wherein the pawl may be deflected into a release position, wherein an actuation lever is provided for deflecting the pawl, wherein a switchable lock arrangement is in an actuation drive train between the actuation lever and the pawl, wherein the switchable lock arrangement may be brought into a functional state, wherein, with the switchable lock arrangement being in the unlocked state, an actuation movement of the actuation lever deflects the pawl and a drive train component of the actuation drive train is decoupled from the pawl for letting the actuation movement of the actuation lever run free or a drive train component is blocked for blocking an actuation movement of the actuation lever.
US10526817B2 Disabling system for a lock rod in a vehicle door's locking system
A vehicle includes a door with an interior door cavity, as well as a lock rod and another item of a locking system, an impact beam, an attack member and a push member, all housed in the interior door cavity. The impact beam crosses the other item from laterally between the other item and the door. The attack member faces the lock rod from laterally between the door and the lock rod. The push member, along the impact beam, faces the other item from laterally between the other item and the door and laterally beyond the impact beam. When the door collapses when compromised by a side impact event, the door carries the attack member for attacking action on the lock rod. The door additionally carries the push member for counterpart pushing action on the other item. A connection between the lock rod and the other item thus breaks.
US10526816B2 Door lock having locking mechanism
In a door lock, a locking mechanism includes an outer wheel, an inner wheel disposed inside the outer wheel and operable to rotate relative to the outer wheel, a clutch member disposed in the inner wheel and normally biased to radially extend from the inner wheel into the outer wheel to interengage the inner and outer wheels, and an arm plate sleeved around the inner wheel. When the inner wheel rotates in a first direction, the arm plate is driven by the inner wheel to actuate the deadbolt. When the inner and outer wheels are interengaged, the inner wheel drives the outer wheel by rotating in a second direction. When the inner wheel disengages from the outer wheel, rotation of the inner wheel in the first or second direction is idle relative to the outer wheel.
US10526815B2 Mounting assembly
A mounting assembly (10) for the electromagnet (12) of an electromagnetic door locking system, the mounting assembly (10) comprising: a main body portion (14) affixable, in use, to a door frame (18), the main body portion (14) comprising at least two channels adapted to receive a corresponding set of tabs associated with the electromagnet (12) and a set of locking screws (30) cooperating with the channels and being adapted, upon tightening, to deform the channels to clamp the tabs to fix the electromagnet (12) relative to the main body portion (14).
US10526814B2 Wireless ultra-low power portable lock
A wireless ultra-low power portable lock may be realized as a lock apparatus including: a locking mechanism having at least locked and unlocked states, the locking mechanism operable to provide physical resistance to being unlocked when in the locked state; an actuator operable to move the locking mechanism from the locked state to the unlocked state in response to a received signal; and a controlling unit configured to control the actuator and to receive one or more signals from one or more devices external to the lock apparatus.
US10526810B1 Flag pole support apparatus
A flag pole support apparatus for effectively and efficiently supporting a flag pole to any types of objects. The flag pole support apparatus includes a bracket assembly adapted to removably fasten to an object; and a support assembly removably mounted to the bracket assembly and adapted to support a flag pole.
US10526809B2 Utility pole repair plate systems and methods
The disclosed technology includes utility pole repair plates for repairing a pole, such as a utility pole. One or more utility pole repair plates may be attached to a utility pole in an interconnected fashion to cover a portion or the entire circumference of a utility pole. A utility pole repair plate may include multiple substantially planar interconnected plate segments disposed at angles designed to accommodate a particular pole geometry.
US10526805B2 Fall arrest anchor
A post anchor is provided for securing a post within a poured concrete slab. The post anchor comprises a socket having a first cavity sized to receive the post therein. A jacket member is adapted to mount over at least a portion of the socket. At least one tensile member is mounted to, and extending from, the jacket member. The jacket and tensile members function to reinforce the socket and to distribute any forces exerted upon the post anchor further into the surrounding concrete. The socket may be provided in a variety of heights, to allow the post anchor to be easily adapted to a variety of slab depths.
US10526803B2 Monopole platform upper rail support
A platform assembly, such as for a utility or communications monopole, can include a central mounting bracket, such as can be configured for mounting about a monopole. One or more or at least three platforms can extend laterally from the central mounting bracket. One or more or at least three lower rails can extend between adjacent pairs of the platforms. One or more or at least three upper rails can be located above respective lower rails. A plurality of vertical mounting pipes can interconnect respective upper rails to corresponding lower rails. Such vertical mounting pipes can support the respective upper rails with respect to the corresponding lower rails. One or more or at least three corner connection plates can extend between adjacent upper rails. A vertical support pedestal can connect at least one of the corner connection plates to an underlying one of the one or more or at least three platforms.
US10526798B2 Custom-made covering panels by digital printing of base panels
A base panel suitable to be processed into a covering panel, consisting of the following layers: (i) a substrate having a top surface, (ii) a resilient layer having a top surface and a bottom surface, whereby the bottom surface is connected to the top surface of said substrate, and (iii) optionally, a contact layer between the bottom surface of said resilient layer and the top surface of said substrate. A covering panel further comprising a digitally printed decor on the top surface of the resilient layer of the base panel, and a process of producing covering panels from said base panels.
US10526794B2 Joint for floors in strips
A joint for floors includes a series of strips, constituted by a single linear bar constituted by a central planar body from which multiple pairs of elastically deformable tabs protrude which can be associated selectively at adapted seats. The seats are provided in a lower region and longitudinally with respect to the strips and are adjacent to the longitudinal perimetric edges thereof. Each pair of the tabs is substantially S-shaped with the free end directed toward the outside of the planar body.
US10526793B2 Resilient floor
A method of assembling resilient floorboards is disclosed that includes the step of bending an edge of a floorboard during the assembling. The bending reduces the force required for connection of the edge to another edge of a juxtaposed floorboard. The floorboards may be provided with a mechanical locking system for vertical and horizontal locking of two adjacent floorboards.
US10526789B2 Peripheral sealing gland for elongate objects passing through a surface or beyond a pipe end
A sealing gland is configured to form a first seal between a first elongate member and the sealing gland, and a second seal between a second elongate member and the sealing gland. The sealing gland includes a conical upper section having an upper aperture through which the first elongate member is to pass and defining, at the upper aperture, a deformable upper seal configured to deform about and form the first seal to a periphery of the first elongate member, and a tubular lower section extending from a base of the upper section and having an open lower end through which the elongate members are to pass, the lower section including one or more endless lip seals, the open lower end configured to deform about a periphery of the second elongate member, such that the one or more endless lip seals form the second seal at the second elongate member.
US10526777B2 Pump-storage device and transportation tool including the same
A pump-storage device includes a tank, a treatment container, and a vacuum pump. The treatment container includes a first chamber in communication with an inlet. The first chamber includes a bottom wall having a first valve intercommunicated with a second chamber. The second chamber includes a bottom wall having a second valve. The treatment container includes a first control valve having a first duct in communication with the first chamber, a second duct in communication with the second chamber, and a third duct in communication with the tank. The treatment container includes an actuation cylinder for actuating an actuation rod to extend or retract. A first valve plate and a second valve plate are mounted on the actuation rod for controlling opening and closing of the first valve and the second valve. The treatment container includes a second control valve in communication with the first chamber and the vacuum pump.
US10526774B2 Spraying nozzle apparatus
A method and an apparatus for delivering a solution to a region of a human body, and washing, cleaning, and drying the region are provided. The apparatus includes a toilet seat assembly, and a spraying nozzle assembly. The spraying nozzle assembly includes one or more spray nozzle units having one or more spray nozzle bodies that are retractable and adapted to deliver the solution, a first driving motor being connected to the one or more spray nozzle units and adapted for moving the one or more spray nozzle bodies in retracting-and-extending motion, and a second driving motor being connected to the one or more spray nozzle unit and adapted for moving the one or more spray nozzle units in three-dimensional circular rotational motion. The one or more spray nozzle units may further include one or more nozzle jet head openings.
US10526772B2 Automatic shut off valve
A device is disclosed comprising an electrically actuated flow control element and control circuits electrically coupled to the electrically actuated flow control element. The control circuits can receive wireless control signals from a displaced electronic device and responsive thereto, transmit electrical signals to the electrically actuated flow control element to actuate the electrically actuated flow control element from a current flow state to an alternate flow state.
US10526770B2 Green dynamic shading system for improving energy efficiency in buildings
An environmental system is disclosed. The environmental system is configured to provide varying degrees of ventilation and shading. In addition, the environmental system can include provisions for collecting rainwater and holding greenery. The system can includes a mounting structure, a set of frames, a plurality of bars, skins, beams, and optionally one or more plants.
US10526768B2 Hydraulic energy regeneration system for work machine
A hydraulic energy regeneration system for a work machine for boosting a pressure of a return hydraulic fluid of a hydraulic cylinder and regenerating the hydraulic fluid, prevents a bottom pressure from reaching an overload relief set pressure and suppresses a changeover shock to ensure favorable operability.The hydraulic energy regeneration system for the work machine, includes: a communication pressure boost passage that can boost a pressure of a discharge-side hydraulic fluid by communicating a discharge side and a suction side of the hydraulic cylinder with each other during an own weight fall of a driven body; a communication pressure boost valve that is disposed in the communication pressure boost passage and that can regulate one of or both of a pressure and a flow rate of the communication pressure boost passage; a reuse-side line and a reuse control valve or a regeneration-side line and a regeneration control valve that can regenerate a hydraulic fluid discharged from the hydraulic cylinder during the own weight fall of the driven body; and a controller. The controller is configured to reduce an opening degree of the communication pressure boost valve in response to an increase of the discharge-side pressure of the hydraulic cylinder right after the discharge-side pressure reaches a preset high load set pressure, and gradually reduces the opening degree of the communication pressure boost valve with passage of time.
US10526767B2 Construction machine
Provided is a construction machine allowing regeneration of a return hydraulic fluid at the time of both a boom raising operation and a boom lowering operation with a small number of valves, making it possible to secure a satisfactory operability at the time of both the boom raising operation and the boom lowering operation.The construction machine includes: a first hydraulic actuator; a second hydraulic actuator; a tank; and a first hydraulic pump supplying a hydraulic fluid to the second hydraulic actuator, the construction machine further including: a return hydraulic fluid selection device selecting a supply source of a return hydraulic fluid generated at a time of a raising operation or a lowering operation of the first hydraulic actuator and discharging the return hydraulic fluid; a regeneration line supplying the hydraulic fluid discharged from the return hydraulic fluid selection device to a portion between the second hydraulic actuator and the first hydraulic pump to regenerate the hydraulic fluid; a discharge line discharging the hydraulic fluid discharged from the return hydraulic fluid selection device to the tank; and a regeneration/discharge flow rate adjustment device capable of adjusting a flow rate of the hydraulic fluid flowing through the regeneration line and a flow rate of the hydraulic fluid flowing through the discharge line.
US10526766B2 Work machines and methods and systems to control and determine a position of an associated implement
Work machines and methods and systems to control and determine a position of an associated implement are disclosed. An example work machine including a first vehicle component movable relative to a second vehicle component; and a processor to: cause the first vehicle component to move toward a commanded position; predict a first position of the first vehicle component of the work machine using first processes; determine a second position of the first vehicle component using second processes; and in response to a difference between the first position and the second position, to cause the first vehicle component to move further toward the commanded position to correct for the difference.
US10526765B2 Work vehicle and control method
A work vehicle includes a bucket which can perform a tilting operation with a hydraulic oil, a valve adjusting a flow rate of the hydraulic oil having the bucket perform the tilting operation, an electromagnetic proportional control valve generating a pilot pressure guided to the valve, a controller outputting a current to the electromagnetic proportional control valve, and a first sensor for detecting the tilting operation. The controller detects a horizontal state of the bucket based on an output from the first sensor. The controller adjusts a value for the current output to the electromagnetic proportional control valve after the horizontal state of the bucket is detected, and starts calibration of data for predicting an operation speed of the bucket in the tilting operation.
US10526764B2 Deep foundation porewater pressure dissipater
A porewater pressure dissipater is disclosed. In one example, a disclosed dissipater includes aggregate; a cylindrical receptacle for receiving the aggregate; a plate having a top surface and a bottom surface and one or more openings transcending from the top surface to the bottom surface wherein the plate secures and compacts the aggregate in the cylindrical receptacle; and one or more access tubes coupled to the top surface of the plate wherein the one or more access tubes are positioned over the one or more openings thereby forming a passageway to the cylindrical receptacle. The disclosed dissipater allows piles and shafts to be embedded at the optimum depth without concerns of liquefaction.
US10526763B2 Structural foundation monitoring sensor system
Various embodiments of methods and apparatus for detecting a change in an orientation of a portion of a structure. In some embodiments, the apparatus includes a processor, an energy storage unit, a location reporting unit, a wireless communication module and one or more inclination sensors. In some embodiments, each of the one or more inclination sensors is configured to measure inclination by measuring an orientation of the each of the one or more inclination sensors relative to a gravitational acceleration vector.
US10526751B2 Base fabric for a papermaking felt having seam loops and a method of producing the same
The object is to provide a base fabric for a papermaking felt wherein there is no damage to the MD yarns of the seam loops and a method of producing the same.This is achieved by a base fabric for a papermaking felt wherein seam loops are formed by MD yarns, which is made from MD yarns of the felt running direction (MD) and CD yarns of the felt cross-direction (CD); wherein the seam loops are obtained by removing CD yarns from a part other than the CD yarn no-removal part of a woven fabric comprising a seam loop region having the CD yarn no-removal part, and by moving CD yarns of the CD yarn no-removal part and CD yarns from between the CD yarn no-removal part and the part in which the CD yarns have been removed in the direction of the part in which the CD yarns have been removed, and wherein the strength of the MD yarns of the part in which the CD yarns have been removed is lower than the strength of the MD yarns of the CD yarn no-removal part.
US10526750B2 Processing print media including marked portions and unmarked portions
Examples to process print media (105) are defined herein. At least one marked cell from a plurality of cells (305) extending throughout a processed image of the print media (105) is detected. The processed image of the print media (105) may include marked portions (110) and unmarked portions (115). Further, the marked cell overlays a marked portion of the processed image. Once the marked cell is detected, the marked portions (110) of the print media (105) corresponding to the marked portions (110) of the processed image may be determined and separated from the print media (105) to provide a processed media (130) comprising the unmarked portions (115).
US10526747B2 Cutting guide with seam allowance recess
A cutting guide having a seam allowance recess and methods of cutting a piece of material with such cutting guide.
US10526746B2 Clothes dryer
The clothes dryer of the present disclosure includes a circulation air flow path communicating with the drum, a condensed water storage chamber communicating with the circulation air flow path and a pump chamber communicating with the condensed water storage chamber. The communication path introduces air into at least one of the first circulation air flow path and the pump chamber to reduce the pressure of the pump chamber by introducing air into the pump chamber or to introduce air into the condensed water storage chamber through the first circulation air flow path. Accordingly, there is an effect of increasing the air volume of the fan device while preventing backflow and scattering of the condensed water caused by dehumidification in the clothes dryer.
US10526743B2 Pressure sensor with incorporated air trap
Pressure sensor for measuring the level of a liquid in an appliance such as a washing machine, a dishwasher or the like, including a casing having a cavity, a deformable membrane having an outer edge fixed to the casing so as to divide the cavity of the casing in a first chamber and in a second chamber, and in wherein the membrane is susceptible to deformation as a function of the pressure difference in said chambers, and a detector device located in the first chamber and adapted to provide an electrical signal indicative of the deformation of the membrane, wherein the housing incorporates an air trap including a cup surrounding said second chamber, a tubular portion intended to be connected directly to a tank adapted to contain a liquid, and a barrier forming a siphon between said tubular portion and said second chamber.
US10526739B2 Washing machine and method for controlling the same
Provided are a washing machine and a method for controlling the same. The method for controlling a washing machine includes supplying water to a tub, driving a driving unit to perform tumbling to rotate a drum disposed in the tub, calculating a water level variation in the tub, and displaying freeze state information on a display unit when the calculated water level variation is less than a reference water level variation.
US10526734B2 Method of making a hydroformed composite material
A method for hydroforming a composite precursor material includes forming a composite precursor material comprising an original spun bonded nonwoven web and a polymer film layer. The method also includes applying a plurality of pressurized liquid jets onto an outer surface of the original spun bonded nonwoven web while the composite precursor material passes over a forming structure to push and reorient a plurality of spun bonded fibers from a closely packed substantially horizontal orientation to a more loosely packed orientation with greater vertical spacing between the fibers to produce a hydroformed composite material comprising an expanded spun bonded nonwoven layer having a loft of at least about 1.3 times greater than the original loft of the original spun bonded nonwoven web, and an air permeability of at least about 1.2 times greater than an original air permeability of the original unexpanded spun bonded nonwoven web.
US10526730B2 Treatment of tough inorganic fibers and their use in a mounting mat for exhaust gas treatment device
A method of treating tough inorganic fiber bundles including opening a plurality of the tough inorganic fiber bundles such that tough inorganic fibers can be dispersed in a liquid slurry to lay down a homogenous fiber aggregate, wherein the tough inorganic fibers have a crush settle volume of greater than 250 ml, optionally greater than 450 ml. Also, a method of treating tough inorganic fiber bundles including dispersing a plurality of the tough inorganic fiber bundles in a slurry with a dilution of about 0.1% to about 2%, optionally about 0.1% to about 1%, effective to lay down a homogenous fiber aggregate, wherein the tough inorganic fibers have a crush settle volume of greater than 250 ml, optionally greater than 450 ml.
US10526723B2 System and method for increasing III-nitride semiconductor growth rate and reducing damaging ion flux
Systems and methods are disclosed for rapid growth of Group III metal nitrides using plasma assisted molecular beam epitaxy. The disclosure includes higher pressure and flow rates of nitrogen in the plasma, and the application of mixtures of nitrogen and an inert gas. Growth rates exceeding 8 μm/hour can be achieved.
US10526720B2 Apparatus for forming crystalline sheet from a melt
An apparatus for drawing a crystalline sheet from a melt. The apparatus may include a crucible configured to contain the melt and having a dam structure, where the melt comprises an exposed surface having a level defined by a top of the dam structure. The apparatus may further include a support apparatus disposed within the crucible and having an upper surface, wherein the crystalline sheet is maintained flush with the exposed surface of the melt when drawn over the support apparatus, and may include a melt-back heater directing heat through the upper surface of the support apparatus to partially melt the crystalline sheet when the crystalline sheet is drawn over the support apparatus.
US10526719B2 Magnetic structure for metal plating control
Among other things, one or more systems and techniques for promoting metal plating profile uniformity are provided. A magnetic structure is positioned relative to a semiconductor wafer that is to be electroplated with metal during a metal plating process. In an embodiment, the magnetic structure applies a force that decreases an edge plating current by moving metal ions away from a wafer edge of the semiconductor wafer. In an embodiment, the magnetic structure applies a force that increases a center plating current by moving metal ions towards a center portion of the semiconductor wafer. In this way, the edge plating current has a current value that is similar to a current value of the center plating current. The similarity between the center plating current and the edge plating current promotes metal plating uniformity.
US10526718B2 Plating of articles
The present invention relates to the field of plating, including, but not limited to electroplating metallic articles, for example metallic discs that can be used as, or converted into, coins. Embodiments of the present invention described herein incorporate luminescent particles into plated metallic layers so that they can be detected for security purposes.
US10526716B2 Metal chalcogenide thin film electrode, method for the production thereof and use
The invention relates to a method for producing a metal chalcogenide thin film electrode, comprising the steps: (a) contacting a metal or metal oxide with an elementary halogen in a non-aqueous solvent, producing a metal halide compound in the solution, (b) applying a negative electric voltage to an electrically conducting or semiconducting substrate which is in contact with the solution from step (a), and (c) during and/or after step (b) contacting the substrate with an elementary chalcogen forming a metal chalcogenide layer on the substrate. The invention also relates to a metal chalcogenide thin film electrode which can be produced by the method and its use as an anode for releasing oxygen during (photo)electrochemical water splitting.
US10526706B2 Gas supply unit and thin film deposition apparatus including the same
A gas supply unit includes a base plate, a plurality of gas supply regions protruding from the base plate and arranged on the base plate in a circumferential direction, and a plurality of sidewall trenches alternating with the gas supply regions on the base plate. A distance between opposing surfaces of the base plate increases in a radial direction from a center of the base plate in each of the plurality of sidewall trenches, so each of the plurality of sidewall trenches has a depth that decreases in the radial direction from the center of the base plate.
US10526702B2 Film forming apparatus
A film forming apparatus includes: a mounting table that is lifted/lowered between a processing location and a delivery location below the processing location; an encompassing member for encompassing the mounting table positioned at the processing location and to divide an inside of a processing container into a processing space of an upper space and a space of a lower side; an exhaust part for evacuating the inside of the processing container through the processing space; a purge gas supply unit configured to supply a purge gas to the lower side space; a clamp ring stacked on an upper surface of the encompassing member when the mounting table is positioned at the delivery location; and a guiding part formed at the encompassing member to be extended between an upper side of the mounting table and a lower side of the clamp ring and to guide a flow of the purge gas.
US10526701B2 Multi-cycle ALD process for film uniformity and thickness profile modulation
Methods of depositing uniform films on substrates using multi-cyclic atomic layer deposition techniques are described. Methods involve varying one or more parameter values from cycle to cycle to tailor the deposition profile. For example, some methods involve repeating a first ALD cycle using a first carrier gas flow rate during precursor exposure and a second ALD cycle using a second carrier gas flow rate during precursor exposure. Some methods involve repeating a first ALD cycle using a first duration of precursor exposure and a second ALD cycle using a second duration of precursor exposure.
US10526700B2 Hardware and process for film uniformity improvement
The present inventors have conceived of a multi-stage process gas delivery system for use in a substrate processing apparatus. In certain implementations, a first process gas may first be delivered to a substrate in a substrate processing chamber. A second process gas may be delivered, at a later time, to the substrate to aid in the even dosing of the substrate. Delivery of the first process gas and the second process gas may cease at the same time or may cease at separate times.
US10526699B2 Silicon carbide epitaxial substrate and method for manufacturing silicon carbide semiconductor device
A silicon carbide epitaxial film has a plurality of arc-shaped or annular basal plane dislocations and a plurality of threading dislocations. The plurality of threading dislocations have a first threading dislocation which is surrounded by the plurality of basal plane dislocations and a second threading dislocation which is not surrounded by the plurality of basal plane dislocations, when viewed from a direction perpendicular to a main surface. The plurality of basal plane dislocations and the first threading dislocation constitute an annular defect. An area density of the plurality of threading dislocations in the main surface is more than or equal to 50 cm−2. A value obtained by dividing an area density of the annular defect when viewed from the direction perpendicular to the main surface by the area density of the plurality of threading dislocations in the main surface is more than or equal to 0.00002 and less than or equal to 0.004.
US10526696B2 Multi-electrode molecular sensing devices and methods of making the same
A molecular sensor includes a substrate defining a substrate plane, and a plurality of pairs of electrode sheets above or below the substrate at an angle to the substrate plane. The molecular sensor further includes a plurality of inner dielectric sheets between each electrode sheet in each pair of electrode sheets of the plurality of pairs, and an outer dielectric sheet between each pair of electrode sheets of the plurality of pairs.
US10526694B2 Method of preparing metal surfaces
A method of preparing an ultra-flat metal surface involves providing a layer of a crystalline metallic material on an ultra-flat substrate surface that is relatively harder than the metallic material layer and then impinging the metallic material layer with incoming metal atoms that are deposited as an additive crystalline layer thereon, wherein at least a lattice constant of the additive crystalline layer is different enough from a lattice constant of the crystalline metallic material layer resulting in a reduction of roughness of the surface of the metallic material layer adjacent to the substrate surface. The metallic material layer having an ultra-flat surface then is separated by template stripping or other technique from the substrate surface for further use of the ultra-flat surface.
US10526693B2 Conductive laminate for touch panel and method for producing conductive laminate for touch panel
A conductive laminate for a touch panel including a substrate which is light-transmitting, an underlayer which is light-transmitting and formed on at least one surface of the substrate, a first copper oxynitride layer formed on the underlayer on an opposite side of the substrate, a copper layer formed on the first copper oxynitride layer on an opposite side of the underlayer, and a second copper oxynitride layer formed on the copper layer on an opposite side of the first copper oxynitride layer.
US10526691B2 Functionalized surface
Provided is a nitrided metal surface functionalized with molecules, each molecule comprising at least one binding group and an antimicrobial moiety. The molecules are immobilized on the surface by only covalent interactions between the binding groups of the molecules and nitrogen atoms within the nitrided metal surface. Articles comprising the functionalized nitrided surface find use in inhibiting or reducing the growth of microorganisms on surfaces that are frequently touched. A method for preparing the functionalized nitrided surface comprises contacting a nitrided metal surface with molecules so as to form covalent bonds between the binding groups of the molecules and the nitrogen atoms in the surface, thereby immobilising the molecules on the metal surface.
US10526688B2 Nickel-based intermetallic alloy and method for producing the same
There is provided a Ni-based intermetallic alloy having a dual multi-phase microstructure containing a primary precipitate L12 phase and an (L12+D022) eutectoid microstructure. Thus, the Ni-based intermetallic alloy contains Ni, Al, and V as basic elements, and the contents of Ni, Al, and V are controlled to form the dual multi-phase microstructure. The Ni-based intermetallic alloy further contains at least one of Zr and Hf in addition to the basic elements.
US10526687B2 Ultra-high-strength steel sheet having excellent delayed fracture resistance at cut end thereof
Provided is an ultra-high-strength steel sheet having a component composition that includes specific amounts of each of C, Mn, and Al and a remainder of iron and unavoidable impurities, and in which the amounts of each of P, S, and N among the unavoidable impurities are limited to a specific amount. The ultra-high-strength steel sheet includes 2 area% or more of a region having a structure that includes 90% or more of martensite and 0.5% or more of residual austentite by area ratio relative to the entire structure, the local Mn concentration in said region being at least 1.1 times that of the Mn content of the entire steel sheet. The ultra-high-strength steel sheet has a tensile strength of 1470 MPa or more.
US10526686B2 Low-oxygen clean steel and low-oxygen clean steel product
Low-oxygen clean steel is provided containing C, Si, Mn, P, and S as chemical components, and further containing, by mass %, 0.005% to 0.20% of Al, greater than 0% to 0.0005% of Ca, 0.00005% to 0.0004% of REM, and greater than 0% to 0.003% of T.O, wherein the REM content, the Ca content, and the T.O content satisfy 0.15≤REM/Ca≤4.00 and Ca/T.O≤0.50, nonmetallic inclusions which have a maximum predicted diameter of 1 μm to 30 μm measured using an extreme value statistical method under the condition in which a prediction area is 30,000 mm2, and contain Al2O3 and REM oxide are dispersed in the steel, an average proportion of the Al2O3 in the nonmetallic inclusions is greater than 50%, the REM is one or two or more of rare-earth elements La, Ce, Pr, and Nd, and the steel is Al-deoxidized steel or Al—Si-deoxidized steel.
US10526685B2 Heap leaching
A method of leaching chalcopyrite ores includes the steps of forming agglomerates of fragments of chalcopyrite ores and silver and leaching the agglomerates with suitable leach liquor.
US10526683B2 Process for the selective recovery of lead and silver
The present invention relates to a process for the selective and ecoefficient recovery of lead and silver jointly as a concentrate product from hydrometallurgical residues.
US10526681B2 System and method for above-atmospheric leaching of metal sulfides
A system and method for improving leach kinetics and recovery during above-atmospheric leaching of a metal sulfide is disclosed. In some embodiments, the method may comprise the steps of: (a) producing a metal sulfide concentrate [34] via flotation; (b) moving the produced metal sulfide concentrate [34] to at least one chamber [22a] of at least one reactor such as an autoclave [20]; (c) leaching the produced metal sulfide concentrate in said at least one chamber [22a] in the presence of oxygen [82] at a pressure and/or temperature above ambient, and in the presence of partially-used [25] and/or or new [92] grinding media within the at least one chamber [22a]. Systems [10] and apparatus [20, 200] for practicing the aforementioned method are also disclosed.
US10526680B2 Method for manufacturing a strip having a variable thickness and associated strip
A method for manufacturing a strip having a variable thickness along its length, comprising the steps: an initial strip of constant thickness is provided; homogeneous cold rolling of the initial strip along its length in order to obtain an intermediate strip of constant thickness along the rolling direction; flexible cold rolling of the intermediate strip along its length in order to obtain a variable thickness strip, having, along its length, first areas with a first thickness (e+s) and second areas with a second thickness (e), less than the first thickness (e+s), continuous annealing of the strip. The plastic deformation ratio generated, after an optional intermediate recrystallization annealing, by the homogeneous cold rolling and the flexible cold rolling steps in the first areas is greater than or equal to 30%.
US10526679B2 Method for manufacturing a hot dip galvanized and galvannealed steel sheet having excellent elongation properties
There is provided a hot-dip galvanized steel sheet and a hot-dip galvannealed steel sheet, which have excellent elongation properties, and methods for manufacturing the hot-dip galvanized steel sheet and the hot-dip galvannealed steel sheet. The present disclosure relates to a hot-dip galvanized steel sheet in which a hot-dip galvanized layer is formed on a surface of abase steel sheet, the hot-dip galvanized steel sheet having excellent elongation properties and being characterized by the composition and the microstructure thereof.
US10526678B2 High-strength thin steel sheet and method for manufacturing the same
This disclosure provides a predetermined composition, where a conversion value C* of total carbon contents in Ti, Nb and V precipitates whose grain sizes are less than 20 nm is 0.010 mass % to 0.100 mass %, Fe content in Fe precipitates is 0.03 mass % to 0.50 mass %, and an average grain size of ferrite grains whose grain sizes are top 5 % large in ferrite grain size distribution of rolling direction cross section is (4000/TS)2 μm or less, the TS indicating tensile strength in unit of MPa.
US10526677B2 Heat treatment furnace and method for heat treatment of a pre-coated steel sheet blank and method for production of a motor vehicle part
A heat treatment furnace and a method for heat treatment of a steel sheet blank is disclosed having at least one furnace chamber and a transport system for conveying the steel sheet blanks through the furnace chamber. A preheating chamber, a metallurgical bonding path and a cooling chamber, wherein the steel sheet blank can be heated in the preheating chamber to a temperature of above 200° C. A method for the production of a hot-formed and press-quenched motor-vehicle part is also disclosed.
US10526675B2 Method for manufacturing steel for high-strength hollow spring
A method for manufacturing steel, by quenching and tempering a seamless pipe for use as a material of a hollow spring, where the seamless pipe including predetermined components is subjected to a heat treatment which is performed to satisfy quenching conditions (1) and tempering conditions (2), (1) quenching conditions: 26,000≤(T1+273)×(log(t1)+20)≤29,000 900° C.≤T1≤1,050° C., 10 seconds≤t1≤1,800 seconds,  formula (1) where T1 is a quenching temperature (° C.), and t1 is a holding time (seconds) in a temperature range of 900° C. or higher, and (2) tempering conditions: 13,000≤(T2+273)×(log(t2)+20)≤15,500 T2≤550° C., and t2≤3,600 seconds,  formula (2) where T2 is a tempering temperature (° C.), and t2 is a total time (seconds) from start of heating to completion of cooling.
US10526672B2 Electrical steel sheet with insulating coating
The disclosure provides an electrical steel sheet with an insulating coating excellent in both punchability and powdering resistance, without any chromium compound being contained in the insulating coating. The electrical steel sheet with an insulating coating includes an electrical steel sheet and an insulating coating formed on the electrical steel sheet. The insulating coating contains Si and particulate organic resin. The organic resin contains primary particles having an average primary particle size of 1.0 μm or less, and 5% or more and 50% or less of the primary particles of the organic resin are agglomerated particles.
US10526670B2 Blast furnace and method for operating a blast furnace
The present blast furnace and method for operating a blast furnace are able to reduce CO2 production and the amount of applied additives and heating material. The method for metal production of metal ores comprising the following steps: reducing a metal ore, particularly a metal oxide, and thereby producing furnace gas containing CO2 in a blast furnace shaft; discharging the furnace gas from the blast furnace shaft; directing at least a portion of the furnace gas into a CO2 converter and reducing the CO2 in the furnace gas into CO; directing at least a portion of the CO from the CO2 converter into the blast furnace shaft. The method produces CO as a gaseous reduction agent which may be easily introduced into the blast furnace shaft. Further, a blast furnace for metal production by reducing a metal ore designed for operating according to the method is described.
US10526666B2 Marker associated with resistance to smut in plant belonging to genus Saccharum, and use thereof
The present invention relates to a marker associated with resistance to smut which is a quantitative trait of sugarcane. Specifically, a marker associated with resistance to sugarcane smut, which consists of a continuous nucleic acid region existing in a region sandwiched between the nucleotide sequence shown in SEQ ID NO: 1 and the nucleotide sequence shown in SEQ ID NO: 14 or a different similar region, is provided.
US10526665B2 Exosomal biomarkers diagnostic of tuberculosis
The disclosure provides a method for diagnosing an active mycobacterium tuberculosis infection by detecting certain RNA biomarkers present in secreted extracellular vesicles isolated from a bodily fluid. The RNA biomarkers in the secreted extracellular vesicles may include a certain mycobacterium RNAs as well as certain host cell RNAs. Also provided is an RNA signature of certain mycobacterium and host cell RNA present in secreted extracellular vesicles indicative of an active tuberculosis infection.
US10526656B2 Methods of diagnosing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) using novel molecular biomarkers
The present invention relates to in vitro methods for the diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), wherein the expression of the marker gene TMSB15A is determined. In particular, the invention relates to an in vitro diagnostic method of assessing the susceptibility of a subject to develop progressive COPD involving the appearance of irreversible lung damage, wherein the expression of the marker gene TMSB15A and optionally one or more further marker genes selected from DMBT1, KIAA1 T99, DPP6, SLC51 B, NUDT1 1, ELF5, AZGP1, PRRX1, AQP3, SFN, GPR1 10, GDF15, RASGRF2, RND1, PLA1A, FGG, CEACAM5, HYAL2, AHRR, CXCL3, CYP1A1, CYP1 B1, CYP1A2, CST6, NTRK2, COMP, ITGA10, CTHRC1, TAL1, FIBIN, BEX5, BEX1, ESM1 and GHRL is determined. The invention also relates to an in vitro method of diagnosing stable COPD or assessing the susceptibility of a subject to develop stable COPD, wherein the expression of TMSB15A and optionally one or more further marker genes selected from DMBT1, KIAA1 199, DPP6, SLC51 B, NUDT1 1, ELF5, AZGP1, PRRX1, AQP3, SFN, GPR1 10, GDF15, RASGRF2, RND1, PLA1A, FGG, CEACAM5, HYAL2, AHRR, CXCL3, CYP1A1, CYP1 B1, CYP1A2, CST6, NTRK2, COMP, ITGA10, CTHRC1, TAL1, FIBIN, BEX5, BEX1, ESM1 and GHRL is determined. Furthermore, the invention relates to the use of primers for transcripts of the aforementioned marker genes, the use of nucleic acid probes to transcripts of these marker genes, the use of microarrays comprising nucleic acid probes to transcripts of these marker genes, and the use of antibodies against the proteins expressed from these marker genes in corresponding in vitro methods. In vitro methods of monitoring the progression of COPD are also provided, in which the expression of marker genes according to the invention is determined.
US10526654B2 Simple detection method for RNA modification, and method for detecting type-II diabetes using said detection method
An object of the present invention is to provide a method for detecting a modification present in RNA using a small amount of RNA sample. Another object of the present invention is to provide a method for detecting a modification present in tRNA, for example, thiomethylation. Still another object of the present invention is to provide a method for detecting the thiomethylation of tRNA, thereby diagnosing human type 2 diabetes or the risk thereof. The present invention is characterized in that, with respect to a modification present in RNA in an RNA sample, cDNA is produced by reverse transcription of RNA using a first primer, and the resulting amount of cDNA is compared with the amount of cDNA produced by reverse transcription of RNA using a second primer, thereby detecting a modification (e.g., thiomethylation) present in RNA.
US10526649B2 Augmenting in situ nucleic acid sequencing of expanded biological samples with in vitro sequence information
The invention provides in situ nucleic acid sequencing to be conducted in biological specimens that have been physically expanded. The invention leverages the techniques for expansion microscopy (ExM) to provide new methods for in situ sequencing of nucleic acids in a process referred to herein as “expansion sequencing” (ExSEQ).
US10526646B2 Chromogenic peroxidase substrates
Chromogenic conjugates for color-based detection of targets are described. The conjugates comprise a chromogenic moiety such as rhodamine, rhodol or fluorescein. The chromogenic moiety is linked to a peroxidase substrate. The chromogenic conjugates can be used in immunohistochemical analysis and in situ hybridization. The conjugates can be used to detect 1, 2, 3 or more targets in a sample by color.
US10526645B2 Microarray based sample detection system
A microarray assembly for detection of a target molecule is disclosed. The microarray assemblies comprise an array chamber having a microarray located therein and features that facilitate liquid movement within the array chamber. Also disclosed are methods for making the microarray assembly using rollable films and methods for detecting microarray spots using an internal control fluorophore in the array spot.
US10526640B2 Methods for retrieving sequence-verified nucleic acid fragments and apparatuses for amplifying sequence verified nucleic acid fragments
A method for retrieving nucleic acid fragments, including: providing reduced DNA libraries during sequencing; amplifying nucleic acid fragments from the reduced DNA libraries; and retrieving the amplified nucleic acid fragments. The method further includes acquiring desired nucleic acid fragments among the retrieved nucleic acid fragments. The desired nucleic acid fragments are acquired using sequences having a homology to the barcode sequences, when the amplified nucleic acid fragments are tagged with specific barcode sequences.
US10526637B2 Compositions and methods for improved neurotoxin assays
Methods for improving the specificity of assays for botulinum neurotoxins are described. Reporting constructs are provided that include cleavable linker sequence with genetically modified recognition and/or cleavage sites. These linker sequences act as a substrate for a botulinum neurotoxin, with cleavage of the reporting construct providing a detectable signal. When first and second neurotoxins have activity with the same substrate protein, mutation and/or deletion of a recognition and/or cleavage site associated with the second neurotoxin improves the specificity of the detectable signal for the first neurotoxin.
US10526636B2 Method for determining whether or not test sample contains phytopathogenic fungus
The present invention provides a method for determining whether or not a test sample contains at least one phytopathogenic fungus selected from the group consisting of Gibberella fujikuroi, Fusarium avenaceum, and Glomerella tucumanensis. The method according to the present invention comprises: (a) putting the test sample on a front surface of a cellulose film; wherein the cellulose film has a thickness of not less than 0.5 micrometers and not more than 3.7 micrometers; (b) leaving the test sample at rest for not less than 4 hours and not more than 8 hours after the step (a); (c) observing a back surface of the film after the step (b); and (d) determining that the test sample contains at least one phytopathogenic fungus selected from the group consisting of Gibberella fujikuroi, Fusarium avenaceum, and Glomerella tucumanensis, if a fungus is found on the back surface of the film in the step (c).
US10526634B2 Cell line for screening influenza virus polymerase assembly inhibitor and construction method thereof
Provided are a cell line PA/PB1 HEK293T (Teton) for screening an influenza virus polymerase assembly inhibitors and a construction method thereof. The PA/PB1 HEK293T (Teton) cell line is constructed by integrating a vector expressing PA-GlucC fusion protein and a vector expressing GlucN-PB1 fusion protein into a HEK293T (Teton) cell via a triple plasmid system of pMDLg/pRRE, pRSV-Rev and pMD2.G. The HEK293T (Teton) cell line is formed by transforming a TOP10 competent cell with a synthesized Teton-3G gene fragment ligated to a lentiviral vector FG.
US10526633B2 Electrochemical sensors and methods for using electrochemical sensors to detect plant pathogen infection
Provided herein are plant/plant pathogen volatile compound electrochemical sensors, plant/plant pathogen volatile detection systems, and methods for detecting stress-induced plant volatile compounds and/or a plant-pathogen emitted volatile compounds.
US10526628B2 Enzyme-mediated assimilation of DNA-functionalized single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWNTs)
Select embodiments of the present invention employ biological means to direct assemble CNT-based nanostructures, allowing for scaling to macrostructures for manufacture. In select embodiments of the present invention, a method is provided for assembling DNA-functionalized SWNTs by phosphodiester bonding catalyzed by ssDNA-ligase to form macroscopic CNT aggregates.
US10526627B2 Method for producing high molecular weight reduced viscosity starch pastes
Disclosed herein are methods of making high molecular weight, reduced viscosity starch pastes by enzymatic conversion. The methods provide a process for producing enzyme-thinned starch pastes that have improved molecular weight distributions, i.e., starch pastes having a more mid to high molecular weight content and less low molecular weight sugars than traditional enzyme converted pastes at similar solids and viscosity. In some embodiments, the methods utilize an enzyme capable of producing longer-chain oligosaccharides rather than low-molecular weight sugars. Other embodiments utilize a combination of enzymes to provide low viscosity pastes that are stabilized against setback and retrogradation. Furthermore, the methods may utilize a continuous starch enzyme cooker for the production of the high molecular weight, reduced viscosity starch pastes.
US10526624B2 Methods for producing caprylic acid and/or caprylate
Methods and systems to produce product compositions comprising caprylate products using chain-elongating bacteria. For example, the caprylate product in the product composition is n-caprylic acid (C8) and the n-caprylic (C8) to n-caproic (C6) acid ratio is higher than 1:1. These methods use chain elongation towards C8 rather than C6. High n-caprylate productivity and specificity was accomplished by: 1) feeding a substrate with, for example, ethanol as the carbon source or alternatively, a high ethanol-to-acetate ratio as the carbon source; 2) extracting caprylate product(s) (e.g., n-caprylate product) from the bioreactor broth; and 3) acclimating an efficient chain-elongating microbiome. The methods can produce caprylate products such as, for example, n-caprylic acid, which is a higher value chemical than C4 and C6.
US10526621B2 Method of forming dihydroferulic acid
The present invention relates to a method of forming dihydroferulic acid comprising providing ferulic acid and incubating the ferulic acid with a bacterial preparation of Lactobacillus johnsonii CNCM 1-1225 or a bacterial preparation of natural derivatives of Lactobacillus johnsonii CNCM 1-1225. An aspect of the invention is a composition comprising dihydroferulic acid and a bacterial preparation of Lactobacillus johnsonii CNCM 1-1225 or its natural derivatives. A further aspect of the invention is a composition comprising ferulic acid and a bacterial preparation of Lactobacillus johnsonii CNCM 1-1225 or its natural derivatives for use in the treatment or prevention of metabolic disease. Further aspects of the invention are the use of a bacterial preparation of Lactobacillus johnsonii CNCM 1-1225 or its natural derivatives; and a kit for preparing a food product.
US10526620B2 Processes for producing fermentation products
The present invention relates to processes for producing fermentation products from starch-containing material, wherein an alpha-amylase and optionally a thermostable protease, pullulanase and/or glucoamylase are present and/or added during liquefaction, wherein a cellulolytic composition is present and/or added during fermentation or simultaneous saccharification and fermentation. The invention also relates to a composition suitable for use in a process of the invention.
US10526619B2 Methods and compositions for RNA-directed target DNA modification and for RNA-directed modulation of transcription
The present disclosure provides a DNA-targeting RNA that comprises a targeting sequence and, together with a modifying polypeptide, provides for site-specific modification of a target DNA and/or a polypeptide associated with the target DNA. The present disclosure further provides site-specific modifying polypeptides. The present disclosure further provides methods of site-specific modification of a target DNA and/or a polypeptide associated with the target DNA The present disclosure provides methods of modulating transcription of a target nucleic acid in a target cell, generally involving contacting the target nucleic acid with an enzymatically inactive Cas9 polypeptide and a DNA-targeting RNA. Kits and compositions for carrying out the methods are also provided. The present disclosure provides genetically modified cells that produce Cas9; and Cas9 transgenic non-human multicellular organisms.
US10526618B2 RNA-guided gene drives
RNA guided Cas9 gene drives and method for their use are disclosed.
US10526617B2 Method of detecting and/or identifying adeno-associated virus (AAV) sequences and isolating novel sequences identified thereby
Adeno-associated virus rh.10 sequences, vectors containing same, and methods of use are provided.
US10526613B2 QTLs associated with and methods for identifying shatter resistance in canola
Markers associated with shatter resistance in Brassica are provided. Methods of identifying shatter resistant and susceptible plants, using the markers are provided. Methods for identifying and isolating QTLs are a feature of the invention, as are QTLs associated with shatter resistance in Brassica.
US10526612B2 Plant transformation method
An object of the present invention is to provide a plant transformation method that is convenient and is widely applicable to various types of plant cells and nucleic acids. The present invention relates to a method for transforming a target plant, comprising the steps of: a) contacting a carrier peptide comprising a cell-penetrating sequence and a polycation sequence with a nucleic acid to form a complex; b) contacting the obtained complex with a cell of a meristem of the target plant to transfer the nucleic acid to the genome; c) allowing the meristem to grow; and d) selecting a plant harboring the transferred nucleic acid.
US10526606B2 Targeting WSB1 and pVHL to treat cancer
Materials and methods for treating cancer (e.g., by reducing metastasis) are provided herein. For example, materials and methods for treating cancer by targeting WSB1 and/or pVHL are provided.
US10526604B2 Modulation of nuclear-retained RNA
Provided herein are methods, compounds, and compositions for reducing expression of a nrRNA in an animal. Also provided herein are methods, compounds, and compositions for treating, ameliorating, delaying or reducing a symptom of a disease or disorder associated with a nuclear-retained RNA in an animal. Such methods, compounds, and compositions are useful to treat, prevent, delay, or ameliorate a disease or condition associated with a nuclear-retained RNA, or a symptom thereof.
US10526599B2 Accelerated directed evolution of microbial consortia for the development of desirable plant phenotypic traits
The disclosure relates to methods for the screening, identification, and/or application of one or more microorganisms of use in imparting one or more beneficial properties to one or more plants.
US10526597B2 Method of improving characteristics of proteins
The invention provides efficient methods for combining single-substitution libraries of nucleic acids that span and encode proteins of interest and for selecting resultant mutant proteins after expression which have improved properties or characteristics. Specifically, the methods comprising synthesizing a single substitution library for each of a plurality of domains of a protein; expressing separately each member of each single substitution library as a pre-candidate protein; selecting members of each single substitution library which encode pre-candidate proteins which exhibit an improvement in the one or more predetermined characteristics to form a selected library; shuffling members or the selected libraries in a PCR to produce a combinatorial shuffled library; expressing members of the shuffled library as candidate proteins; and selecting mutant proteins which have improved properties or characteristics.
US10526593B2 Method for obtaining a composition for biomass hydrolysis
The present invention discloses a composition for biomass hydrolysis. The components of the composition may be obtained by biological or synthetic means. Synthetically, the components of the composition of the present invention may be obtained by amino acid synthesis or may be procured commercially.
US10526589B2 Multiplex guide RNAs
Methods and constructs for the multiplex expression of highly active CRISPR guide RNAs (gRNAs) from RNA Polymerase II and III promoters, optionally in mammalian cells. The present invention is based, at least in part, on the discovery that Csy4, an endoribonuclease that recognizes a short RNA hairpin sequence, can be used to cleave out multiple functional gRNAs encoded on a single longer RNA transcript (produced from an RNA pol II or III promoter) in which the individual gRNAs are separated by Csy4 cleavage sites.
US10526586B2 Pyruvate dehydrogenase variants, a microorganism comprising the same and a method for producing L-amino acid using the same
The present disclosure relates to a novel pyruvate dehydrogenase variant, a polynucleotide encoding the pyruvate dehydrogenase variant, a microorganism of the genus Corynebacterium producing L-amino acid, which includes the pyruvate dehydrogenase variant, and a method for producing an L-amino acid using the microorganism.
US10526585B2 Trichothecene-transforming alcohol dehydrogenase, method for transforming trichothecenes and trichothecene-transforming additive
A alcohol dehydrogenase of sequence ID no. 1 containing metal ions and a quinone cofactor, or in addition, a functional variant exhibiting a sequence identity of at least 80%, preferably at least 86%, especially preferred at least 89% and at least one redox cofactor for the transformation of at least one trichothecene exhibiting a hydroxyl group on the C-3 atom, as well as a method for the enzymatic transformation of trichothecenes and a trichothecene-transforming additive.
US10526584B2 Methods of predicting ancestral virus sequences and uses thereof
Methods are described for predicting ancestral sequences for viruses or portions thereof. Also described are predicted ancestral sequences for adeno-associated virus (AAV) capsid polypeptides. The disclosure also provides methods of gene transfer and methods of vaccinating subjects by administering a target antigen operably linked to the AAV capsid polypeptides.
US10526580B2 Differentiated cell population of endothelial cells derived from human pluripotent stem cells, composition, system, kit and uses thereof
The present disclosure relates to a differentiated cell population of endothelial cells derived from human pluripotent stem cells. The present invention also relates to a composition, a system and a kit comprising those cells and uses thereof. The present disclosure also described the combination of arterial ECs derived from human pluripotent stem cells with a microfluidic system to create a vascular kit for high-throughput drug screening and/or toxicology analysis. This technology may find particular use for the identification of drugs that may have a fetal cytotoxic effect.
US10526577B2 TGIF2-induced reprogramming of hepatic cells to pancreatic progenitor cells and medical uses thereof
Disclosed are genetically modified human pancreatic progenitor cells having an exogenous nucleic acid molecule encoding TGIF2, for use as a medicament in the treatment of a subject with diabetes. In addition methods for the production of such cells are described. Also disclosed is an expression vector encoding TGIF2 for use as a medicament in the treatment of a subject with diabetes.
US10526573B2 Disruption and field enabled delivery of compounds and compositions into cells
A microfluidic system for causing perturbations in a cell membrane includes (a) a microfluidic channel defining a lumen and configured such that a cell suspended in a buffer can pass there through, and (b) source or emitter of an energy field. The microfluidic channel may include a cell-deforming constriction. A diameter of the constriction may be a function of the diameter of the cell. Related apparatus, systems, techniques, and articles are also described.
US10526570B2 Pouches comprising water-soluble fibrous wall materials and methods for making same
Pouches, for example pouches that contain one or more active agents, such as a fabric care active agent or dishwashing active agent and/or detergent compositions, and more particularly pouches employing a water-soluble fibrous wall material, pouches employing a fibrous wall material that ruptures during use, and methods for making same, are provided.
US10526569B2 Multi-purpose, hard surface cleaner
In one embodiment, a water in oil cleaning composition is disclosed that may include at least one solvent, in an amount of from about, 1-90% (w/w) of the composition, at least one surfactant in an amount of from about 0.1-20% (w/w) of the composition, 3M KOH/de-ionized water, in an amount of from about 1-4% (w/w) of the composition, rheological agents, in an amount of from about 0.1-8% (w/w) of the composition, and emulsifiers, in an amount of from about 0.5-20% (w/w) of the composition. Optionally, the composition may include antimicrobials in an effective amount, and may be present in an amount of from about 1-4% (w/w) of the composition, fragrants and colorants as desired.
US10526562B2 Composition having a muguet odor
A composition of matter including: a) at least one compound of formula (I) in the form of any one of its isomers or a mixture thereof; wherein R1 represents a hydrogen atom or a C1-2 alkyl group; R2 represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl group; and R represents a group of formula —[CH2]nC(Me)2OH, wherein n is 0, 1 or 2; with R being, relative to position 1, an ortho, meta or para substituent of the aromatic ring; and b) at least one compound of formula in the form of any one of its isomers or a mixture thereof; wherein R1, R2 and R have the same meaning as defined in formula (I); uses of the composition of matter as perfuming ingredients, perfuming compositions and in consumer products, along with a process to prepare the composition of matter.
US10526558B2 Fuel oil compositions with improved cold flow properties
The use is described of polymers which contain, in copolymerized form, an α-olefin, a vinyl ester and an ester of an α,β-unsaturated carboxylic acid as an additive for fuel oils and lubricants and in particular as a cold flow improver in fuel oils. In addition, the fuel oils and lubricants additized with these polymers; and also additive packages comprising such polymers are described.
US10526555B2 Conversion of biomass into methane
A process for producing methane from a biomass, biomass-containing and/or biomass-derived feedstock is provided. The process comprises: a) providing in a hydropyrolysis reactor vessel a hydropyrolysis catalyst composition, said composition comprising one or more active metals supported on an oxide-based support, said one or more active metals comprising at least one of cobalt and nickel and said one or more active metals being present in total in an amount in the range of from 2 to 75 wt % based on the overall weight of the catalyst composition; b) contacting the feedstock with said hydropyrolysis catalyst composition and molecular hydrogen in said hydropyrolysis reactor vessel, to produce a first product stream comprising char, catalyst fines and gases comprising hydrogen and hydrocarbons, of which hydrocarbons at least 70 wt % is methane and, optionally, CO and CO2; and c) removing said char and catalyst fines from said first product stream.
US10526551B2 Process for producing C2 and C3 hydrocarbons
A process for producing C2 and C3 hydrocarbons by a) subjecting a mixed hydrocarbon stream comprising a middle distillate to first hydrocracking to produce a first hydrocracking product stream, b) subjecting a second hydrocracking feed stream to second hydrocracking to produce a second hydrocracking product stream, wherein the second hydrocracking is more severe than the first hydrocracking and c) subjecting a C4 hydrocracking feed stream to C4 hydrocracking optimized for converting C4 hydrocarbons into C3 hydrocarbons in the presence of a C4 hydrocracking catalyst to obtain a C4 hydrocracking product stream, wherein the C4 hydrocracking is more severe than the second hydrocracking. The first hydrocracking product stream, the second hydrocracking product stream and the C4 hydrocracking product stream are fed to a separation system.
US10526546B2 Systems and methods for cracking hydrocarbon streams utilizing cracking catalysts
According to one or more embodiments, a hydrocarbon feed stream may be cracked by a method comprising contacting the hydrocarbon feed stream with a cracking catalyst in a reactor unit. The hydrocarbon feed stream may have an API gravity of at least 40 degrees. The cracking catalyst may comprise one or more binder materials, one or more matrix materials, and *BEA framework type zeolite.
US10526539B2 Polymerizable liquid crystal composition and optical anisotropical body thereof
A polymerizable liquid crystal composition is presented which can form a polymer that allows formation of a uniform homeotropic alignment even without forming an alignment film on the supporting substrate and has excellent chemical strengths such as heat resistance and solvent resistance. The polymerizable liquid crystal composition includes at least one type of polyfunctional polymerizable liquid crystal compound and a cardo-type fluorene monomer, wherein based on a total amount of the polyfunctional polymerizable liquid crystal compound, a content of a monofunctional polymerizable liquid compound is less than 5.0% by weight.
US10526534B2 Composite material, method of manufacturing the same, and application the same
The composite material of the invention includes a plurality of quantum dots and a matrix. The matrix is formed by a plurality of siloxane compounds crosslinked with a component which comprises a plurality of oxime-based silicone primer compounds. The quantum dots are chemically bonded to the matrix through a plurality of amino groups. The quantum dots are uniformly dispersed in the matrix of the composite material.
US10526530B2 Flooding operations employing chlorine dioxide
A method includes introducing a treatment fluid including a first polymer gel into a subterranean formation to generate a production fluid having an aqueous portion and a hydrocarbon portion, treating the aqueous portion of the production fluid with chlorine dioxide to separate additional hydrocarbons from the aqueous portion, and adjusting the viscosity of the treated aqueous portion prior to introducing the treated aqueous portion back into the subterranean formation.
US10526528B2 Surfactant composition and preparation method therefor and application thereof
This invention relates to a surfactant composition, production and use thereof in tertiary oil recovery. The present surfactant composition comprises a cationic-nonionic surfactant and an anionic surfactant, and exhibits significantly improved interfacial activity and stability as compared with the prior art. With the present surfactant composition, a flooding fluid composition for tertiary oil recovery with improved oil displacement efficiency and oil washing capability as compared with the prior art could be produced.
US10526527B2 Process for removal of hydrogen sulfide in downhole oilfield applications
A method and system remove hydrogen sulfide from a sour liquid. In an embodiment, the method for removing hydrogen sulfide from a hydrocarbon containing fluid includes contacting a methylmorpholine-N-oxide solution with the sour liquid. The method also includes allowing the methylmorpholine-N-oxide to react with the hydrogen sulfide to remove the hydrogen sulfide.
US10526525B2 Method for diverting an underground formation
A method for diverting an underground formation comprises injecting, into the underground formation, an aqueous solution containing at least one heat-sensitive copolymer of a) at least one water-soluble monomer having at least one unsaturated function capable of being polymerized to form a water-soluble backbone, and b) at least one macromonomer of formula (I)
US10526523B2 Release of expansion agents for well cementing
Pre-stressed cementing methods involve preparing a cement slurry containing water, inorganic cement, and capsules of an expanding agent. The slurry is placed in an annular region in the well and hardened. Expansion of the set cement is delayed. Water infiltration activates the expanding agent to rupture the capsules and release the expanding agent. The expanding agent reacts to expand the set cement to a state of compression within the annular region. The state of compression can be maintained during changes in casing dimensions from temperature or pressure, mechanical disturbance, or mud contamination. The state of compression in the annular region may be monitored by acoustic impedance measurements.
US10526520B2 Anti-bit balling drilling fluids, and methods of making and use thereof
Anti-bit balling drilling fluids and methods of making and using drilling fluids are provided. The anti-bit balling drilling fluid contains water, a clay-based component, and a polyethylene glycol having the formula: H—(O—CH2—CH2)n—OH, where n is an integer from 1 to 50.
US10526518B2 Enhanced thermally conductive latex cushioning foams by addition of metal materials
Methods and combinations for making and using one or more thermally conductive cellular foam layers comprising flexible cellular foam and metallic material particulates, and said thermally-conductive cellular foam layers may be located on, under, or in cushioning foams and mattresses or placed between on, under, within, or between other layering substrates to increase the overall cooling capability of the composite. The thermally conductive foam may be used in mattresses, pillows, bedding products, medical cushioning foams, and similar materials used in bedding environments.
US10526517B2 Ready-to-use hot melt adhesive having an improved property profile
The invention relates to a ready-to-use hot melt adhesive containing at least 95% of one or more polyolefin copolymer waxes, which have been prepared by means of metallocene catalysts, characterised in that the polyolefin copolymer wax consists of propylene and one or more further monomers selected from ethylene and branched or unbranched 1-alkenes having 4 to 20 C-atoms and the content of structural units derived from propylene in the copolymer waxes amounts to 80 to 99.9% by weight, and the hot melt adhesive has a surface tension of the melt, measured at a temperature of 170° C., of at most 23 mN/m.
US10526515B2 Halogen-free flame retardant pressure sensitive adhesive and tape
A halogen-free flame retardant adhesive comprises an acrylic copolymer preparable by polymerization of monomers comprising a first monomer which comprises a low glass transition temperature (Tg) monomer, a second monomer which comprises a high Tg monomer, wherein at least one of the first and second monomers comprises a (meth)acrylate, and a phosphinate containing monomer.
US10526514B2 Starch-based aqueous adhesive compositions and uses thereof
The invention relates to starch-based aqueous adhesive compositions and uses thereof. Provided is an aqueous adhesive composition comprising highly branched starch (HBS) obtained by treatment of starch or starch derivatives with a glycogen branching enzyme, and further comprising a carboxymethyl (CM) polysaccharide derivative, such as a carboxymethyl ether of starch, cellulose or a combination thereof. Also provided is a method for adhering a first substrate to a second substrate, comprising applying to at least said first or said second substrate said starch-based adhesive, and a glued or glueable product obtainable thereby.
US10526509B2 Anaerobically curable compositions
An anaerobically curable composition comprising an anaerobically curable component that is a combination of a solid resin component and a solid anaerobically curable monomer. A curing component for curing the anaerobically curable component is included. The composition is solid and has a melting point in the range from 30° C. to 100° C. The composition is dry to touch and can be used to form articles of manufacture such as a tape, an elongate filament, a gasket, a patch.
US10526507B2 Golf ball paint composition
A golf ball paint composition includes primarily a urethane paint containing polyol as a base resin and polyisocyanate as a curing agent. Two types of polyester polyol are used as the polyol, and the composition has an elastic work recovery of at least 70%. The paint composition has a high self-repairing ability and is of high quality as a golf ball paint. Golf balls coated with this composition are able to maintain a good durability, in addition to which they have an excellent abrasion resistance and an excellent ball appearance.
US10526504B2 Metallizable, scratch-resistant and solvent-resistant film
The present invention relates to a coating composition comprising at least one thermoplastic acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymer in a content of at least 30% by weight of the solids content of the coating composition, at least one UV-curable reactive diluent in a content of at least 30% by weight of the solids content of the coating composition, at least one photoinitiator in a content of ≥0.1 to ≤10 parts by weight of the solids content of the coating composition and at least one organic solvent, where the proportion of ethylenically unsaturated groups is at least 3 mol per kg of the solids content of the coating composition. This is used to provide films and mouldings coated therewith, having a metallizable, scratch-resistant and solvent-resistant surface.
US10526500B2 Film-forming ink, film formation method, device with film, and electronic apparatus
A film-forming ink includes a film-forming material and a liquid medium in which the film-forming material is dissolved or dispersed. The liquid medium contains a first component which has a viscosity of less than 20 cp and a second component which has a boiling point at an atmospheric pressure within a range of ±30° C. relative to the boiling point at an atmospheric pressure of the first component and has a viscosity of 20 cp or more, and the second component is contained in an amount of 20 parts by weight or more and 500 parts by weight or less with respect to 100 parts by weight of the first component.
US10526498B2 Ink for organic EL
According to one embodiment, an ink for organic EL includes an organic EL contributing material and an organic solvent. A relative energy difference RED based on Hansen solubility parameters which attribute to the organic EL contributing material and the organic solvent, respectively, is less than 0.5.
US10526497B2 Plating method
The present invention provides a plating method capable of easily performing various decorative plating processes. The plating method includes a bulge forming process of forming a bulge on an object to be plated by ejecting ink drops of first UV-curable ink from an inkjet head such that the ejected ink drops land on the object, and a plating process of plating the object having the bulge formed thereon, after the bulge forming process. Also, in the bulge forming process, the bulge is formed such that a second surface of the bulge to be plated has surface roughness different from that of a first surface of the object to be plated.
US10526496B2 Three-dimensional graphics made on grass using a chlorophyll-based agent
A system for creating three-dimensional grass graphics can include a means for cutting grass with an adjustable cutting height, a chlorophyll-based agent for coloring grass, and at least one stencil. The chlorophyll-based agent can be non-detrimental to a health of the grass and can be available in multiple shades. The stencil can be securable to the grass and can define a graphic to be painted on the grass using the chlorophyll-based agent. The means for cutting the grass can be able to pass over and around the stencil without damaging the stencil. Application of different shades of the chlorophyll-based agent to varying heights of grass can produce a three-dimensional effect for the graphic when viewed.
US10526495B2 Electrical devices and components used in electrical systems made with self-healing materials
Self-healing polymers used to fabricate electrical devices or to coat electrical devices that have a metal or polymer substrate. The self-healing polymers can be made from modified polymers including polyurethanes, polyureas, polyamides and polyesters and, optionally, cross-linking agents and one or more catalysts. The self-healing polymers can be used to make cable ties, tape, conduit fittings and explosion-proof sealant materials.
US10526492B2 Process for manufacturing boron nitride agglomerates
Disclosed are methods for forming boron nitride-containing aggregates that exhibit improved wear by attrition, and resulting filled polymers that exhibit significantly improved thermal conductivity. The boron nitride-containing aggregates are prepared according to a method that includes wet granulating boron nitride powder with a granulation solution to form wet boron nitride-containing granules; and drying the wet boron nitride-containing granules to cause evaporation of solvent in the granulation solution, thereby forming boron nitride-containing granules. Sintering achieves the desired boron nitride-containing aggregates.
US10526486B2 Resin composition and resin molded article
A resin composition includes a thermoplastic resin, a carbon fiber, a resin containing at least one of an amide bond and an imide bond that includes a first resin containing at least one of an amide bond and an imide bond and having such a melting temperature that a difference in melting temperature between the first resin and the thermoplastic resin is from 0° C. to 90° C. and a second resin containing at least one of an amide bond and an imide bond and having a melting temperature which is higher than that of the thermoplastic resin and that of the first resin, and a compatibilizer.
US10526475B2 Silica-containing rubber compositions containing specified coupling agents and related methods
Disclosed herein are rubber compositions comprising a conjugated diene-containing polymer, a reinforcing filler including silica, a bi-functional silane coupling agent, and an unsaturated, non-sulfur silane coupling agent, where the ratio of the bi-functional silane coupling agent to the unsaturated, non-sulfur silane coupling agent is from about 5:1 to about 20:1. Also disclosed are related methods which include both in-situ reaction of the silica filler and the unsaturated, non-sulfur silane coupling agent and pre-reacting of at least a portion of the silica filler and at least a portion of the unsaturated, non-sulfur silane coupling agent.
US10526461B2 Biodegradable polyester mixture
The invention relates to a biodegradable polyester mixture comprising: i) 71 to 91 wt %, based on the total weight of components i and ii, of a polyester I constructed from: a-1) 40 to 70 wt %, based on the total weight of components a and b, of an aliphatic C9-C16 dicarboxylic acid or of a C9-C16 dicarboxylic acid derivative; b-1) 30 to 60 wt %, based on the total weight of components a and b, of terephthalic acid or of a terephthalic acid derivative; c-1) 98 to 100 wt %, based on the total weight of components a and b, of a C3-C6 diol; d-1) 0 to 2 wt %, based on the total weight of components a and b, of an at least trihydric alcohol; e-1) 0 to 2 wt %, based on the total weight of components a to e, of a chain extender, and ii) 9 to 29 wt %, based on the total weight of components i and ii, of a polyester II constructed from: a-2) 40 to 70 wt %, based on the total weight of components a and b, of an aliphatic C4-C6 dicarboxylic acid or of a C4-C6 dicarboxylic acid derivative; b-2) 30 to 60 wt %, based on the total weight of components a and b, of terephthalic acid or of a terephthalic acid derivative; c-2) 98 to 100 wt %, based on the total weight of components a and b, of a C3-C6 diol; d-2) 0 to 2 wt %, based on the total weight of components a and b, of an at least trihydric alcohol; e-2) 0 to 2 wt %, based on the total weight of components a to e, of a chain extender.
US10526458B1 Gellable, non-aqueous oil well treatment fluids comprising elastomeric maleic anhydride copolymers
This document relates to non-aqueous compositions including a maleic anhydride copolymer and a polyamine or polyaziridine crosslinker. The maleic anhydride copolymer includes repeat units I and II: Each R1 is independently —H, —(C1-C5)alkyl, —C═O(O)(C1-C5)alkyl, or aryl; and each R2 is independently —H, —(C1-C5)alkyl, —C═O(O)(C1-C5)alkyl, and aryl.
US10526453B2 Elastomeric compositions and their applications
The present disclosure generally relates to 2 part silicone compositions which cure via a condensation cure chemistry using titanium and/or zirconium based catalysts to generate elastomeric or gel end products and the applications for same.
US10526451B2 Polyamide-imide precursor, polyamide-imide film, and display device comprising same
Disclosed is a polyamide-imide precursor having a molecular structure in which a first polymer, derived from polymerization of a dianhydride and a diamine, and a second polymer, derived from polymerization of a diamine and an aromatic dicarbonyl compound, are copolymerized, wherein the diamine includes 3 to 50 mol % of at least one of 9,9-bis(4-aminophenyl)fluorene (FDA) and 9,9-bis(4-amino-3-fluorophenyl)fluorene (F-FDA), based on the total molar amount of the diamine. Also, a copolymerized polyamide-imide in which the polyamide-imide precursor is imidized or a copolymerized polyamide-imide film formed by an imidization reaction of the polyamide-imide precursor and an image display device including the copolymerized polyamide-imide film are provided.
US10526448B2 Precursor composition, photosensitive resin composition, method for producing precursor composition, cured film, method for producing cured film, and semiconductor device
Provided are photosensitive resin compositions having a wide exposure latitude, a precursor composition for providing such a photosensitive resin composition, a method for producing a precursor composition, a cured film, a method for producing a cured film; and a semiconductor device. The precursor composition is a precursor composition containing at least one kind of heterocycle-containing polymer precursor, in which the heterocycle-containing polymer precursor is selected from a polyimide precursor and a polybenzoxazole precursor; and the dispersity which is a weight-average molecular weight/a number-average molecular weight of the heterocycle-containing polymer precursor is 2.5 or more.
US10526446B2 Polycarbonate resin composition, method for producing same, and molded object
The present invention aims at providing a polycarbonate resin composition having excellent transparency and possessing high levels of biogenic substance content rate, heat resistance, wet heat resistance and impact resistance in a balanced manner, a production method thereof, and a molded body of the polycarbonate resin composition. The present invention is a polycarbonate resin composition including a polycarbonate resin (A) containing a constitutional unit derived from a compound represented by the following formula (1), and an aromatic polycarbonate resin (B), a production method thereof, and a molded body of the resin composition:
US10526445B2 Copolycarbonate and composition comprising the same
The present disclosure relates to a copolycarbonate including repeating units of Chemical Formulas 1, 2 and 3; and a composition comprising the same:
US10526444B2 Polymers containing cyclobutanediol and 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)alkylcarboxylic acid
Disclosed is a free flowing aqueous composition comprising (a) at least one polyester consisting of the residues of 2,2,4,4-tetramethylcyclobutane-1,3-diol; 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl) dimethylolpropionic acid; and at least one polycarboxylic acid and/or a derivative thereof selected from the group consisting of 1,2-cyclohexanedicarboxylic, 1,3-cyclohexanedicarboxylic, 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylic and adipic acid, wherein said polyester has an acid number in the range of 10 to 100 mg KOH/g, a hydroxyl number in the range of 20 to 120 mg KOH/g and a number average molecular weight of 500 to 5000; (b) at least one neutralizing agent; and (c) water. The composition is useful in aqueous coating compositions.
US10526439B2 High dielectric breakdown strength resins
A resin formulation that can be cured thermally or by light, where the cured resin is an amorphous, thermoset polymer.
US10526434B2 Process for the preparation of a block copolymer comprising a first polyolefin block and a second polymer block as well as the products obtained therefrom
The present invention relates to a cascade process for the preparation of a block copolymer comprising a first type of polyolefin block and at least one type of second polymer block. The process according to the present invention involves the following consecutive steps: A) polymerizing at least one type of olefin monomer using a catalyst system to obtain a first polyolefin block containing a main group metal on at least one chain end; the catalyst system comprising: i) a metal catalyst or metal catalyst precursor comprising a metal from Group 3-10 of the IUPAC Periodic Table of elements; and ii) at least one type of chain transfer agent; and iii) optionally a co-catalyst; B) reacting the first polyolefin block containing a main group metal on at least one chain end obtained in step A) with at least one type of oxidizing agent to obtain a first polyolefin block containing at least one main group metal-functionalized oxidized chain end; and C) forming at least one second polymer block on the first polyolefin block, wherein as a catalytic initiator the main group metal-functionalized oxidized chain end of the first polyolefin block obtained in step B) is used.
US10526433B2 (Meth)acrylate composition
Provided is a (meth)acrylate composition containing: (A) at least one (meth)acrylate compound selected from the group consisting of a (meth)acrylate-modified silicone oil, a (meth)acrylate having a long-chain aliphatic hydrocarbon group, and a polyalkylene glycol (meth)acrylate having number-average molecular weight of not less than 400; (B) a (meth)acrylate compound to which an alicyclic hydrocarbon group having 6 or more carbon atoms is ester-linked; (C) (meth)acrylic acid or a (meth)acrylate compound having a polar group; (D) a radical polymerization initiator; and (E) a white pigment.
US10526432B2 Method for producing copolymer
A method of producing a copolymer of the present invention is a method of producing a specific copolymer and includes: a pure water production step of producing pure water having an electric conductivity of from 0.1 μS/cm to 100 μS/cm; a pure water transfer step of introducing the pure water into a reaction kettle for producing the copolymer through a transfer pipe using, as a material therefor, a resin or a substance forming a passive state in water; and a polymerization step of performing polymerization of the monomer (a), the monomer (b), and the monomer (c) in the reaction kettle, the pure water transfer step including setting the electric conductivity of the pure water at a site where the pure water is introduced from the transfer pipe toward the reaction kettle within a range of from 0.1 μS/cm to 100 μS/cm.
US10526428B2 Recovery of unreacted monomers from olefin polymerization processes
A process, for recovery of unreacted olefin monomer(s) from a particulate product of an olefin polymerization reactor, the particulate polymer product is supplied to a degassing vessel, where the particulate product is countercurrently contacted with at least a first gaseous stripping stream, which includes at least 5% by weight unreacted olefin monomer, and then with an inert gas stream under conditions effective to strip hydrocarbon impurities from the polymer product and produce a stripped polymer product, is provided.
US10526420B2 Genetic engineering of non-human animals for the production of chimeric antibodies
The invention provides non-human cells and mammals having a genome encoding chimeric antibodies and methods of producing transgenic cells and mammals. Certain aspects of the invention include chimeric antibodies, humanized antibodies, pharmaceutical compositions and kits. Certain aspects of the invention also relate to diagnostic and treatment methods using the antibodies of the invention.
US10526419B2 Compositions and methods comprising histidyl-tRNA synthetase splice variants having non-canonical biological activities
Isolated histidyl-tRNA synthetase splice variant polynucleotides and polypeptides having non-canonical biological activities are provided, as well as compositions and methods related thereto.
US10526415B2 Human monoclonal antibodies fragments inhibiting both the Cath-D catalytic activity and its binding to the LRP1 receptor
The invention relates to human anti-Cath-D neutralizing monoclonal antibodies and uses thereof. More particularly, the invention relates to an isolated human monoclonal antibody or a fragment thereof comprising a heavy chain variable region comprising SEQ ID NO: 2 in the H-CDR1 region, SEQ ID NO: 3 in the H-CDR2 region and SEQ ID NO: 4 in the H-CDR3 region; and a light chain variable region comprising SEQ ID NO: 6 in the L-CDR1 region, SEQ ID NO: 7 in the L-CDR2 region and SEQ ID NO: 8 in the L-CDR3 region. The invention also relates to an isolated human monoclonal antibody or a fragment thereof comprising a heavy chain variable region comprising SEQ ID NO: 10 in the H-CDR1 region, SEQ ID NO: 11 in the H-CDR2 region and SEQ ID NO: 12 in the H-CDR3 region; and a light chain variable region comprising SEQ ID NO: 14 in the L-CDR1 region, SEQ ID NO: 15 in the L-CDR2 region and SEQ ID NO: 16 in the L-CDR3 region.
US10526413B2 Bispecific antibodies specific for OX40
The invention relates to antibody or antibody fragments thereof that bind to OX40, methods of producing these antibodies and fragments, and to methods of using the same.
US10526411B2 Methods and compositions relating to anti-CCR7 antigen binding proteins
The present invention provides compositions and methods relating to antigen binding proteins against CCR7, including antibodies, nucleic acids, vectors, methods of making the antigen binding proteins, and methods of using the antigen binding proteins.
US10526410B2 Antibodies directed against interleukin 36 receptor (IL-36R)
The invention relates to an isolated immunoglobulin heavy chain polypeptide and an isolated immunoglobulin light chain polypeptide that bind to a protein encoded by the interleukin 36 receptor (IL-36R). The invention provides an IL-36R-binding agent that comprises the aforementioned immunoglobulin heavy chain polypeptide and immunoglobulin light chain polypeptide. The invention also provides related vectors, compositions, and methods of using the IL-36R-binding agent to treat a disorder or disease that is responsive to IL-36R inhibition, such as cancer, an infectious disease, or an autoimmune disease.
US10526409B2 Antibodies against human NKG2D and uses thereof
The present invention provides isolated anti-human NKG2D monoclonal antibodies useful for therapeutic applications in humans. Typically, the antibodies are fully human or humanized to minimize the risk for immune responses against the antibodies when administered to a patient. Preferred antibodies include human monoclonal antibodies MS and 21F2. As described herein, other antigen-binding molecules such as, e.g., antigen-binding antibody fragments, antibody derivatives, and multi-specific molecules, can be designed or derived from such antibodies.
US10526405B2 IL-31 dog pruritus model
An IL-31 dog pruritus model is provided. This model comprises administering canine IL-31 to dogs to produce a pruritic response; quantitatively measuring pruritic responses in the dogs which were administered canine IL-31; administering a candidate dog IL-31 inhibitor; and assessing the effectiveness of the candidate dog IL-31 inhibitor in reducing prurtic behavior in the treated dogs by challenging the dogs with canine IL-31 following the administration of the candidate dog IL-31 inhibitor.
US10526403B2 Anti-activin A antibodies and uses thereof
The present invention provides antibodies that bind to Activin A and methods of using the same. According to certain embodiments of the invention, the antibodies are fully human antibodies that bind to Activin A with high affinity. The antibodies of the invention are useful for the treatment of diseases and disorders characterized by decreased muscle mass or strength, such as sarcopenia, cachexia, muscle injury, muscle wasting/atrophy, cancer, fibrosis, and weight loss. The antibodies of the invention are also useful in combination with Growth and Differentiation Factor 8 (GDF8) binding proteins for the treatment of diseases and disorders characterized by decreased muscle mass or strength. The antibodies of the invention are also useful for the prevention, treatment, or amelioration of disorders and diseases caused by, promoted by, exacerbated by, and/or aggravated by Activin A, such as renal fibrosis.
US10526402B2 Anti-TGF-beta antibody for the treatment of fanconi anemia
The present invention provides methods of treating, preventing or delaying the onset of bone marrow failure in Fanconi Anemia patients comprising administering to the patient a composition comprising a neutralizing anti-TGF-beta antibody, e.g. fresolimumab or 1D11.
US10526396B2 Derivatives of elastin-like polypeptides and uses thereof
The present invention concerns the use of a thioether alkylation process for modulating the lower critical solution temperature of an elastin-like polypeptide comprising at least one methionine residue. It also concerns derivatives of elastin-like polypeptides and their preparation process.
US10526393B2 Method for promoting virus infection and increasing virus production, by using cell line having lost BST2 gene functions
The present invention relates to a method for promoting virus infection and increasing virus production, by using a cell line having lost Bst2 gene functions and, more specifically, to a method for promoting target virus infection and increasing target virus production, in addition to promoting virus budding and inhibiting host cell apoptosis by removing the Bst2 gene from a cell line having the ability to produce a virus. According to the present invention, the method for promoting target virus infection and increasing target virus production, by using an animal cell line having lost Bst2 gene functions, can improve production yields of a target virus and an antigen protein, and thus can be useful for the preparation of vaccines for treating and preventing viral diseases.
US10526383B2 Ghrelin splice variant for treating neuronal damage, neurodegenerative disease, parkinsons disease, alzheimers disease, and/or depression
The present disclosure relates, in one aspect, to use of ghrelin splice variant or an analogue thereat: or a ghrelin splice variant-like compound for the preparation of a medicament for one or more of: treatment and/or prevention of neuronal damage and/or neurodegeneration and, prophylaxis or treatment of neuronal damage and/or neurodegenerative disease, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, depression stimulation of neuronal activity. A further aspect relates to a number of new ghrelin splice variant like compounds and uses thereof, as well as to pharmaceutical compositions and medical packaging comprising the new ghrelin splice variant-like compounds.
US10526381B2 Multivalent and monovalent multispecific complexes and their uses
Compositions containing multivalent and monovalent multispecific complexes having scaffolds such as antibodies that support such binding functionalities are described. The use of and methods of compositions containing multivalent and monovalent multispecific complexes having scaffolds, such as antibodies, that support such binding functionalities are also described.
US10526379B2 Methods and products for fusion protein synthesis
A method of producing a fusion protein is provided. The method includes: a) contacting a first protein with a second protein under conditions that enable the formation of an isopeptide bond between said proteins to form a linked protein; and b) contacting the linked protein from (a) with a third protein under conditions that enable the formation of an isopeptide bond between said third protein and said linked protein to form a fusion protein. Peptide linkers and the use of orthogonal pairs of said linkers in the synthesis of fusion proteins are also provided. Recombinant proteins comprising said linkers, nucleic acid molecules encoding said proteins and linkers, vectors comprising said nucleic acid molecules and host cells comprising said vectors and nucleic acid molecules are also contemplated.
US10526377B2 Fusion proteins comprising P3 of bacteriophage
The invention relates to agents and to pharmaceutical compositions for reducing the formation of amyloid and/or for promoting the disaggregation of an proteins. The compositions may also be used to detect amyloid.
US10526376B2 Virus-like particle with efficient epitope display
The invention relates to a virus-like particle (VLP) based vaccine. The virus-like particle constitutes a non-naturally occurring, ordered and repetitive antigen array display scaffold which can obtain a strong and long-lasting immune response in a subject. The VLP-based vaccine may be used for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of a disease including, but is not limited to, cancer, cardiovascular, infectious, chronic, neurological diseases/disorders, asthma, and/or immune-inflammatory diseases/disorders.
US10526373B2 Peptide showing melanin generation-promoting activity and use thereof
The present invention provides a peptide which shows a melanin generation-promoting activity. The peptide of the present invention increases the activity and expression of tyrosinase and increases the expression of factors related to melanin generation, thereby showing an excellent effect in melanin generation. The peptide of the present invention can be used for preventing, alleviating, and treating hypomelanosis. The above-mentioned superior activity and stability of the peptide of the present invention allows the peptide to be very favorably applied to medicines, quasi drugs, and cosmetics.
US10526370B2 Pentapeptide associated with integrin receptor alpha vbeta3
A pentapeptide associated with integrin receptor αvβ3, which has a sequence of arginine-tryptophan-arginine-asparagine-methionine. The pentapeptide targets tumor cells highly expressing αvβ3, but not tumor cells lowly expressing αvβ3 and normal cells. Accordingly, the pentapeptide is useful in the diagnosis and treatment of cancers.
US10526367B2 Affinity chromatography devices
The present invention is directed to affinity chromatography devices that separate a targeted protein or antibody from an aqueous mixture containing the targeted protein or antibody. The chromatography device may contain a stacked membrane assembly or a wound membrane assembly. The membrane assemblies include (1) at least one polymer membrane that contains therein inorganic particles and (2) at least one impermeable layer (e.g., a thermoplastic polymer in a solid state). The polymer membrane and/or the inorganic particles have an affinity ligand bonded thereto. The affinity ligand may be a protein, an antibody, or a polysaccharide that reversibly binds to the targeted protein or antibody. The chromatography device may be repeatedly used and may be cleaned with a caustic solution between uses. The chromatography devices has a dynamic binding capacity (DBC) of at least 30 mg/ml (or 0.07 micromol/ml) at 10% breakthrough at a residence time of 20 seconds or less.
US10526361B2 E-selectin antagonist compounds, compositions, and methods of use
Methods and compositions using E-selectin antagonists are provided for the treatment and prevention of diseases and disorders treatable by inhibiting binding of E-selectin to an E-selectin ligand. Described herein are E-selectin antagonists including, for example, glycomimetic compounds, antibodies, aptamers and peptides that are useful in methods for treatment of cancers, and treatment and prevention of metastasis, inhibiting infiltration of the cancer cells into bone marrow, reducing or inhibiting adhesion of the cancer cells to endothelial cells including cells in bone marrow, and inhibiting thrombus formation.
US10526360B2 Galactoside inhibitor of galectins
An embodiment of the present invention relates to a compound of the general formula. The compound of formula is suitable for use in a method for treating a disorder relating to the binding of a galectin, such as galectin-3 to a ligand in a mammal, such as a human. Furthermore an embodiment of the present invention concerns a method for treatment of a disorder relating to the binding of a galectin, such as galectin-3 to a ligand in a mammal, such as a human.
US10526358B2 Crystalline forms
The invention relates to the preparation and characterization of novel forms of (1-hydroxy-2-imidazol-1-yl-1-phosphono-ethyl) phosphonic acid. The invention also relates to the use of the novel forms of (1-hydroxy-2-imidazol-1-yl-1-phosphono-ethyl) phosphonic acid in pharmaceutical compositions in drug delivery systems for humans. The invention further relates to the use of the novel forms of (1-hydroxy-2-imidazol-1-yl-1-phosphono-ethyl) phosphonic acid or the pharmaceutical compositions thereof to treat and/or prevent a disease state associated with osteoporosis, tumor induced hypercalcemia (TIH), cancer-induced bone metastasis, Paget's disease or for adjuvant or neoadjuvant therapies.
US10526354B2 Alpha-silane coupling agent and application thereof
The present invention discloses an α-silane coupling agent and application thereof. The α-silane coupling agent has a structure formula of formula (I): R1 is alkyl with 1 to 6 carbon atoms; R2 is alkyl with 1 to 6 carbon atoms; R3 is alkyl with 1 to 6 carbon atoms; R4 or R5 is selected from one of hydrogen, alkyl with 1 to 18 carbon atoms, aryl, benzyl, ester-containing group, carbamido-containing group or heterocyclic alkane; R4 and R5 are the same or different. The α-silane coupling agent is applied to silicone rubber, which can be cured without adding a catalyst, and the curing speed is fast; the α-silane coupling agent has strong reactivity, the surface curing time is less than 2 minutes; and the α-silane coupling agent has good stability, which can be stored stably under conditions at room temperature for 6 months, and does not easily turn yellow.
US10526348B2 Curcumin-boron complex and pharmaceutical containing same
Provided is a compound which is bioapplicable and amyloid-selective, and is useful as an amyloid oxygenation catalyst applicable not only to Aβ peptides but also to other amyloids, and a preventive/therapeutic drug for an amyloid-related disease using the same. A curcumin-boron complex represented by the following formula (1): wherein X1 and X2 are identical or different, and each represent a halogenoalkyl group or a halogen atom; X3 represents a bromine atom, an iodine atom, or a selenium atom; R1 and R2 are identical or different, and each represent a hydrogen atom or an optionally substituted alkyl group; R3 and R4 are identical or different, and each represent a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, an alkoxy group, or an optionally substituted alkyl group, or R1 and R3 or R2 and R4 are optionally taken together to form an optionally substituted alkylene group or alkenylene group; R5 and R6 are identical or different, and each represent a hydrogen atom or an optionally substituted alkyl group; R7 and R8 are identical or different, and each represent a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, an alkoxy group, or an optionally substituted alkyl group, or R5 and R7 or R6 and R8 are optionally taken together to form an optionally substituted alkylene group or alkenylene group; and m and n each represent an integer of 1 to 3, or a salt thereof.
US10526338B2 Functionalized pentanoic acids for use influenza viral infections
The invention relates to compounds having the structure of formula (I) which can be used for the treatment of or against influenza infections.
US10526337B2 Heteroaryl derivative or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, preparation method therefor, and pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating diseases associated with PI3 kinases, containing same as active ingredient
The present invention relates to a heteroaryl derivative represented by Formula 1 wherein , A, R1, R2, R3, R4, and R5 are as defined herein, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a preparation method therefor, and a pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating diseases associated with PI3 kinases, containing the same as an active ingredient. The heteroaryl derivative according to the present invention has an excellent effect of selectively inhibiting PI3 kinases, thereby being useful in preventing or treating PI3 kinase diseases such as cancers, autoimmune diseases, and respiratory diseases.
US10526336B2 Fused heteroaryl derivatives as orexin receptor antagonists
The present invention is directed to fused heteroaryl derivative compounds which are antagonists of orexin receptors. The present invention is also directed to uses of the compounds described herein in the potential treatment or prevention of neurological and psychiatric disorders and diseases in which orexin receptors are involved. The present invention is also directed to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds. The present invention is also directed to uses of these pharmaceutical compositions in the prevention or treatment of such diseases in which orexin receptors are involved.
US10526331B2 Antibacterial cyclopenta[C]pyrrole substituted 3,4-dihydro-1H-[1,8]naphthyridinones
The present invention is related to novel compounds of formula (I) that inhibit the activity of the FabI enzyme which are therefore useful in the treatment of bacterial infections. It further relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds, and chemical processes for preparing these compounds.
US10526328B2 Imidazo[4,5-b]pyridin-2-yl amides as Kv7 channel activators
Compounds represented by formula 1 can be potent and/or partially selective for the Kv7.2/7.3 heteromultimer. They may be useful in treating disorders related to seizures, pain, neurotransmitter release, etc.
US10526325B2 Bicyclic heterocyclic derivatives
Compounds of the formula Ia or of the formula Ib in which X, Y, R1 and R2 have the meanings indicated in claim 1, are inhibitors of pyruvate dehydrogenase kinase (PDHK), and can be employed, inter alia, for the treatment of diseases such as cancer.
US10526324B2 Crystals of azabicyclic compound
Provided are crystals of 3-ethyl-4-{3-isopropyl-4-(4-(1-methyl-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-1H-imidazol-1-yl)-1H-pyrazolo[3,4-b]pyridin-1-yl}benzamide which are stable and show excellent oral absorbability.The crystals are Form II crystals of 3-ethyl-4-{3-isopropyl-4-(4-(1-methyl-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-1H-imidazol-1-yl)-1H-pyrazolo[3,4-b]pyridin-1-yl}benzamide showing an X-ray powder diffraction spectrum having at least three characteristic diffraction peaks at angles (2θ±0.2°) selected from the group consisting of 7.7°, 8.0°, 11.1°, 12.5°, 12.9°, 15.2°, 15.8°, 17.2°, 19.0°, 22.5°, 26.1°, and 27.4°.
US10526320B2 Pyrrolidine derivatives as PPAR agonists
The present invention discloses a class of pyrrolidine derivatives as PPAR agonist, and their use for the treatment of some diseases of PPAR receptor-associated pathways (such as nonalcoholic steatohepatitis and concurrent fibrosis, insulin resistance, primary biliary cholangitis, dyslipidemia, hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, atherosclerosis, hypertriglyceridemia, cardiovascular disease, obesity or the like). In particular, the present invention discloses a compound represented by Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.
US10526317B2 Benzocyanine compounds
Compounds useful as labels with properties comparable to known fluorescent compounds. The compounds are conjugated to proteins and nucleic acids for biological imaging and analysis. Synthesis of the compounds, formation and use of the conjugated compounds, and specific non-limiting examples of each are provided.
US10526315B2 Carbocyclic prolinamide derivatives
This invention is directed to novel carbocyclic prolinamide derivatives of Formula (I), and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, solvates of the salt and prodrugs thereof, useful in the prevention (e.g., delaying the onset of or reducing the risk of developing) and treatment (e.g., controlling, alleviating, or slowing the progression of) of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and related diseases of the eye. These diseases include dry-AMD, wet-AMD, geographic atrophy, diabetic retinopathy, retinopathy of prematurity, polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy, and degeneration of retinal or photoreceptor cells. The invention disclosed herein is further directed to methods of prevention, slowing the progress of, and treatment of dry-AMD, wet-AMD, and geographic atrophy, diabetic retinopathy, retinopathy of prematurity, polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy, and degeneration of retinal or photoreceptor cells, comprising: administration of a therapeutically effective amount of compound of the invention. The compounds of the invention are inhibitors of HTRA1. Thus, the compounds of the invention are useful in the prevention and treatment of a wide range of diseases mediated (in whole or in part) by HTRA1. The compounds of the invention are also useful for inhibiting HTRA1 protease activity in an eye or locus of an arthritis or related condition.
US10526313B2 Rho kinase inhibitor BA-1049 (R) and active metabolites thereof
BA-1049 (R) and its active metabolite are disclosed. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical formulations containing BA-1049 (R) or its active metabolite.
US10526312B2 Metalloenzyme inhibitor compounds
The instant invention describes compounds having metalloenzyme modulating activity, and methods of treating diseases, disorders or symptoms thereof mediated by such metalloenzymes.
US10526311B2 Isoindolinone inhibitors of the MDM2-P53 interaction having anticancer activity
The invention provides a compound of formula (I): or tautomer or a solvate or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein the various substituents are as defined in the claims. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds of formula (I), processes for making the compounds and the medical uses of the compounds.
US10526309B2 Pan-TAM inhibitors and Mer/Axl dual inhibitors
This invention is in the area of improved therapeutic combinations for and methods of treating selected cancers using selected pyrimidine compounds having pan-TAM or Mer/Axl dual receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitory activity in combination with immune checkpoint inhibitors. In one aspect, an improved treatment for select cancers is disclosed using selected pyrimidine compounds described herein in combination with an immune checkpoint inhibitor, for example, a cytotoxic T-lymphocyte-associated protein 4 (CTLA4) inhibitor, a programmed cell death protein 1 (PD1) inhibitor, or a programmed death-ligand 1 (PDL-1) inhibitor, or combination thereof.
US10526306B2 Crystal purification
A method for purifying crystals in a glass or metal container. A hydrocarbon is introduced into feed material containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). The feed material and hydrocarbon is placed in a glass or metal container. The hydrocarbon is then removed within a few minutes after introduction, leaving at least some hydrocarbon in the feed material. Pressure is allowed to build within the container in an oven or in a jacketed vessel for 2-3 weeks. During this time, THC acid crystals precipitate out and fall to the bottom of the container. The contents of the container are poured into a Buchner funnel and a vacuum is applied thereto in order to pull terpenes into a beaker. The terpenes are placed into an oven in order to purge off any remaining solvent. The funnel is then scraped to acquire THC acid crystals.
US10526301B1 Production of purified dialkyl-furan-2,5-dicarboxylate (DAFD) in a retrofitted DMT plant
Disclosed is a process to produce a purified vapor comprising dialkyl-furan-2,5-dicarboxylate (DAFD). Furan-2,5-dicarboxylic acid (FDCA) and an alcohol in an esterification zone to generate a crude diester stream containing dialkyl furan dicarboxylate (DAFD), unreacted alcohol, 5-(alkoxycarbonyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid (ACFC), and alkyl furan-2-carboxylate (AFC). The esterification zone comprises at least one reactor that has been previously used in an DMT process.
US10526300B2 Processes and systems for removing iodide impurities from a recycle gas stream in the production of ethylene oxide
Processes for reducing the amount of a gaseous iodide-containing impurity present in a recycle gas stream used in the production of ethylene oxide, in particular alkyl iodide and vinyl iodide impurities, are provided. Processes for producing ethylene oxide, ethylene carbonate and/or ethylene glycol, and associated reaction systems are similarly provided.
US10526299B2 Fiber conduit reactor with a heat exchange medium inlet and a heat exchange medium outlet
An apparatus includes a conduit with two process fluid inlets at one end of the conduit, one process fluid outlet at an opposing end, a heat exchange medium inlet, and a heat exchange medium outlet. One of the fluid inlets includes a tube extending into the conduit and a perforated node at the end of the tube, and the other of the fluid inlets is arranged up stream of the perforated node. The apparatus further includes hollow tubes positioned longitudinally within the conduit between the two process fluid inlets, the process fluid outlet, the heat exchange medium inlet and the heat exchange medium outlet. In addition, the apparatus includes a collection vessel positioned proximate the fluid outlet and fibers extending through each of the hollow tubes, wherein one end of the fibers is secured to the perforated node and the other end of the fibers extends into the collection vessel.
US10526297B2 Benzylideneguanidine derivatives and therapeutic use for the treatment of protein misfolding diseases
The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I), or a tautomer and/or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1 is alkyl, Cl, F or Br, R2 is H or F; R3 is selected from H and alkyl; R4 is selected from H and C(O)R6; R5 is H or R4 and R5 are linked to form a heterocyclic group which is optionally substituted with one or more R10 groups R6 is selected from R7, OR7 and NR8R6; R7R8 and R9 are each independently selected from alkyl, cycloalkyl, aralkyl, cycloalkenyl, heterocycyl and aryl, each of which is optionally substituted with one or more R10 groups; each R10 is independently selected from halogen, OH, CN NO1, COO-alkyl, aralkyl, SO2-alkyl, SO2-aryl, COOH, CO-alkyl, CO-aryl, NH2, NH-alkyl, N(alkyl)2, CF3, alkyl and alkoxy, X and Z are each independently CR11 and Y is selected from CR11 and N and R11 is H or F; for use in treating a disorder associated with protein misfolding stress and in particular associated with accumulation of misfolded proteins.
US10526294B2 Pyrrolobenzodiazepines and conjugates thereof
The present disclosure relates generally to derivatives of pyrrolobenzodiazepines and antibody-drug conjugates thereof and to methods of using these conjugates as therapeutics and/or diagnostics.
US10526292B2 Dendrimer like amino amides possessing sodium channel blocker activity for the treatment of dry eye and other mucosal diseases
Sodium channel blockers represented by the formula: are provided where the structural variables are defined herein. The invention also includes a variety of compositions, combinations and methods of treatment using these inventive sodium channel blockers.
US10526289B2 Substituted pyrazolone compounds for use in treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
The present invention relates to the identification of compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof for treating subjects with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neurodegenerative diseases. The invention also provides methods of preparing the provided compounds.
US10526282B2 Fluorine-based compound for brancher, polymer using same, and polymer electrolyte membrane using same
The present specification relates to a fluorine-based compound for a brancher, a polymer using the same, a polymer electrolyte membrane using the same, a fuel cell using the same, and a redox flow battery including the same.
US10526281B2 Controlling biuret in urea production
Disclosed is a novel method of controlling the formation of biuret in urea production, and particularly reducing, preventing or reversing such formation. This is accomplished by adding liquid ammonia to a urea aqueous stream. This addition is done at one or more positions downstream of a recovery section in a urea plant. The addition of liquid ammonia serves to shift the equilibrium of biuret formation from urea, to the side of the formation of urea from biuret and ammonia. The invention can be accomplished also in pre-existing urea plant, by the simple measure of providing an appropriate inlet for liquid ammonia, in fluid communication with a source of such liquid ammonia.
US10526280B2 (2-amino-4-(arylamino)phenyl carbamates
A compound, or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, having a formula I of: wherein R1 is H or optionally-substituted alkyl; R2 is optionally-substituted alkyl; R3 and R4 are each independently H or optionally-substituted alkyl; R5 is H, optionally-substituted alkyl, acyl, or alkoxycarbonyl; R6 and R7 are each independently H, deuterium, optionally-substituted alkyl, or R6 and R7 together form a carbocyclic; R8 is optionally-substituted thiazolyl, optionally-substituted thiophenyl, or substituted phenyl, provided that if R8 is 4-halophenyl, then R2 is substituted alkyl or branched alkyl or at least one of R6 or R7 is not H; and R30, R31 and R32 are each independently H, deuterium, halogen, substituted sulfanyl, or optionally-substituted alkoxy.
US10526277B2 Food or beverage containers coated with polymers of di(amido(alkyl)phenol) compounds
Di(amido(alkyl)phenol) compounds and upgraded molecular weight polymers made from such compounds have particular utility in coating compositions, especially for use on food and beverage contact substrates that are formed into or will be formed into containers or container components.
US10526273B2 Surface active ionic liquid with activity in aqueous and non-aqueous media
Disclosed herein are surfactant compounds, that are surface active, liquid, chiral, and micelle forming. Also disclose herein are ionic liquids and compsitions comprising the surfactant compounds.
US10526270B2 Process to produce acetic acid with recycle of water
A process for producing acetic acid is disclosed in which the recycle ratio of the mass flow of the light liquid phase recycled to the reactor to the mass flow of the aqueous recycle stream recycled to the reactor is less than or equal to 2.
US10526264B2 Oxy-cope rearrangement for the manufacture of insecticidal cyclopentene compounds
Compounds of formula I a process for preparation of compounds of formula I; precursor compounds of formula II a process for preparation of precursor compounds of formula II; compounds of formula III a process for the preparation of compounds of formula IV from compounds of formula III and the use of compounds of formula I for the preparation of compounds of formula IV.
US10526260B2 Method for adsorption separation of propylene and propyne
A method for the adsorption separation of propylene and propyne, comprising selectively adsorbing propyne from a mixed gas of propylene and propyne using an anion-containing metal-organic framework material as an adsorbing agent so as to obtain a purified propylene gas. The anion-containing metal-organic framework material is used as an adsorbing agent in the method, and the adsorbing agent is a kind of highly ordered microporous organic-inorganic hybrid material, with the pore size thereof being adjustable within the range of 0.4-1.2 nm, and the pore volume thereof being adjustable within the range of 0.1-1.2 cm3/g. A large number of anionic active sites and a highly ordered spatial arrangement thereof allow the adsorbing agent to exhibit excellent propyne adsorption properties. Thus, the adsorbing agent has a very high propyne selectivity and adsorption volume.
US10526258B2 Process for producing butadiene by oxidative dehydrogenation of butylene
The present invention provides a process for producing butadiene by oxidative dehydrogenation of butylene, comprising: a reaction stage, wherein a multi-stage adiabatic fixed bed in series is used, wherein butylene, oxygen-comprising gas and water are reacted in the presence of a catalyst in each stage of the adiabatic fixed bed with the first stage of the adiabatic fixed bed being further separately fed a diluent, being nitrogen and/or carbon dioxide, and the molar ratio between this separately fed diluents and the oxygen of all the oxygen-comprising gases fed in the subsequent stage(s) of the adiabatic fixed bed being controlled, wherein the oxygen-comprising gas is air, oxygen-enriched air or oxygen, and at least one of all the oxygen-comprising gases fed in the subsequent stage(s) of the adiabatic fixed bed is oxygen-enriched air having a specific oxygen concentration or oxygen; and a post treatment stage, wherein the effluent from the last stage of the adiabatic fixed bed is treated to obtain a product butadiene. The present invention has an advantage that the whole process is with reduced total energy consumption.
US10526257B2 Heavy petroleum residue derived iron incorporated sp2 carbon nanogranules for improved synthesis of light olefins
Present invention relates to sp2 carbon nanogranules with iron incorporated in it from heavy petroleum residue of a refinery and thereby utilizing the materials for improved synthesis of light olefins (C2-C4) from syngas in a single step Fischer Tropsch synthesis to lower olefins, (FTO). The efficient iron incorporated carbon nanogranules derived from low value heavy petroleum residue are very attractive as catalytic system for direct synthesis of light olefin (C2-C4) from syngas at CO conversion up to 30%.
US10526253B2 High temperature oxidation protection for composites
The present disclosure provides a method for coating a composite structure, comprising forming a first slurry by combining a first pre-slurry composition comprising a first phosphate glass composition, with a primary flow modifier and a first carrier fluid, wherein the primary flow modifier comprises at least one of cellulose or calcium silicate; applying the first slurry on a surface of the composite structure to form a base layer; and heating the composite structure to a temperature sufficient to adhere the base layer to the composite structure.
US10526251B2 Disposable core die and method of fabricating a ceramic body
A disposable core die is provided. The disposable core die includes a first portion defining an inlet configured to receive a slurry therethrough, a second portion integrally formed downstream from the first portion and configured to receive the slurry from the first portion, and a third portion integrally formed downstream from the second portion. The second portion includes a plurality of hollow tubes that are substantially coaxially aligned and have a wall thickness within a range defined between about 0.1 mm and about 0.5 mm, and the third portion defines an outlet configured to discharge excess slurry from the second portion.
US10526249B2 Cordierite aluminum magnesium titanate compositions and ceramic articles comprising same
Disclosed are ceramic bodies comprised of composite cordierite aluminum magnesium titanate ceramic compositions and methods for the manufacture of same.
US10526246B2 Concrete compositions and methods for making thereof
The present concrete composition uses Asian carp fishmeal (the burned remains of the carp) as an admixture. The core principle behind the development of present concrete composition stems from attempting to find a beneficial use for a waste product in a civil engineering application. The incorporation of the fishmeal improves the cementitious properties when added to a concrete mix. Thus, the fishmeal concrete composition incentivizes the harvesting of Asian carp and the production of fishmeal.
US10526245B2 Method for partially coating a surface of an object
The invention relates to a method for partially coating a surface of an object, comprising the following steps: (a) optional hydrophobization of the surface of the object; (b) partial application of (b1) a liquid and subsequent application of a powderous or granular substance or (b2) a solution or suspension of said powderous or granular substance in a liquid; (c) drying the surface to form spatially-delimited salt or powder crusts; (d) coating the surface with at least one layer of a metal or a metal compound; and (e) removing the salt or powder crusts that have been produced. The invention also relates to products that have been produced according to the claimed method.
US10526243B2 Bird safe glazing
Bird collisions with windows or other glazings are minimized or prevented with a glazing comprising as least one substrate with a UV reflectance coating deposited over the substrate in a patterned arrangement comprised of a plurality of stripes, and each of the plurality of stripes has a thickness that changes by 10 nm or less over every 1 mm in width. Such an arrangement of stripes having soft edges are less apparent, and thus more aesthetically pleasing, when compared with a similar arrangement of stripes formed with hard edges, while providing an effective deterrent to bird collisions. The glazing may also be utilized as part of a laminated glazing or insulated glazing unit. A method of manufacturing the glazing is also provided.
US10526240B2 Preparation method of nanocomposite films comprising gold nanopoarticle via photopolymerization technique
It is related to a metal/polymer nanocomposite film comprising gold nanoparticle which has gold mirror feature, comprises acrylic based oligomer, acrylic based monomer, 2-mercapto thioxanthone which is an one-component type II. radicalic photoinitiator and chloroauric acid.
US10526235B2 Process for manufacturing glass sheets of complex shape
The process relates to the manufacture of a plurality of glazings of complex shape from a rectangular sheet of float glass of large dimensions. The process includes at a first station for cutting the glass sheet, scoring at least one cutting line corresponding to at least one ready-to-shape edge of the glazings; a first breaking operation; at a second cutting station, scoring at least one cutting line corresponding to at least one other ready-to-shape edge of the glazings, and a second breaking operation.
US10526232B2 Microwave heating glass bending process
Methods and systems are provided for automated shaping of a glass sheet. The methods comprise preheating the glass, bending the glass through selective, and focused beam heating through the use of an ultra-high frequency, high-power electromagnetic wave, and computer implemented processes utilizing thermal and shape (positional) data obtained in real-time, and cooling the glass sheet to produce a glass sheet suitable for use in air and space vehicles.
US10526229B2 Dynamic separation and filtration
A modular, compact, mobile, dewatering and liquid-liquid separation and filtration system. The system processes incoming influents of slurries, solids and liquids at a high speed of operation and in large volumes. System is capable of being modularly scaled, allowing for a continuous steady state operation accommodating any slurry flow rate in a synchronous dynamic equilibrium process. Components and modules integrated into the system include a dynamic filtration clarifier 101 (DFC), a nested-filter dewatering cell 115 (NDC) and/or a compression filter press 125 (CFP). The DFC performs the primary dewatering phase of separating the primary water from the solids creating sludge. The NDC further breaks apart the solids of the sludge, removing interstitial water in a secondary dewatering phase, further lowering the moisture content of the sludge, while the CFP removes the tertiary water from the remaining solid particles by pressing the particles into a solid cake.
US10526228B2 Process and apparatus for treating sludge
An apparatus and process for removing moisture from sludge. The apparatus comprises a housing having an inlet and outlet for respective receipt and discharge of the sludge. A conveyor is located in the housing and is configured to transport the sludge from the inlet to the outlet. The apparatus further comprises a heater to heat the sludge to remove moisture therefrom whilst the sludge is being transported by the conveyor. The apparatus also comprises a vacuum pump arranged to extract air from the apparatus and, at the same time, to cause moisture removed from the sludge to flow therefrom together with the extracted air.
US10526220B2 System and method for static mixing in an enhanced primary waste water treatment system using a fluid containment assembly
A method for static mixing in a waste water settling tank to increase recovery of entrained solids and solvated materials, the method comprising delivering an influent stream at a substantially constant flow rate to a settling tank; discharging a first portion of said influent stream toward a fluid deflector and a second portion of the influent stream into a fluid containment assembly to distribute the influent into contact with previously introduced waste water to create mixing zones and cause coalescence of the entrained solids.
US10526218B2 Flow control method and apparatuses
Aspects of the present disclosure are directed to the flow of analytes, particles or other materials. As consistent with one or more embodiments described herein, an apparatus includes a membrane having one or more pores in a membrane. First and second electrodes facilitate electrophoretic flow of analytes through the pore, and a third electrode controls movement of the particles in the pore by modulating the shape of an electric double layer adjacent sidewalls of pore. This modulation controls the strength of an electroosmotic field that opposes the electrophoretic flow of the analytes via the pore.
US10526217B2 Method for producing acrylic ester with low pollutant discharge
The present application discloses a method for producing acrylate with low pollutant discharge. The method has the advantages of high raw material utilization efficiency, low concentration, low salinity and low toxicity of wastewater pollutant, easy treatment of wastewater and etc.
US10526214B2 Process and plant for thermal hydrolysis of sludge
Method and installation of thermal hydrolysis of sludges implementing a group of thermal hydrolysis reactors (71,72,73,74) characterized in that it comprises successions of cycles, each of these successions of cycles being dedicated to one of said thermal hydrolysis reactors, each cycle comprising: a step a) for conveying a batch of non-preheated sludges to be treated into a thermal hydrolysis reactor (71,72,73,74), said step for conveying comprising the continuous passage of the sludges of said batch of sludges into a dynamic mixer (3) into which recovery steam is injected; a step b) for injecting live steam into said thermal hydrolysis reactor (71,72,73,74) containing said batch of sludges so as to increase the temperature and the pressure prevailing in this reactor; a step c) of thermal hydrolysis of the batch of sludges in the thermal hydrolysis reactor; a step d) for emptying the content of the batch of hydrolyzed sludges of said thermal hydrolysis reactor towards a recovery vessel (13), and for concomitant de-pressurizing of said reactor prompting the emission of recovery steam from the recovery vessel (13); the cycle starting points of the successions of cycles being staggered in time so that the steps a) of a succession of cycles are concomitant with the steps d) of another succession of cycles, the recovery steam emitted during the steps d) of a succession of cycles constituting the recovery steam injected during the steps a) of another succession of cycles.
US10526209B2 MSE-type zeolite production method
The objective of the invention is to provide an MSE-type zeolite production method such that an MSE-type zeolite can be produced in a comparatively short heating time by using inexpensive tetraethylammonium ion. The production method of the present invention comprises steps of: (1) mixing a silica source, an alumina source, an alkali source, tetraethylammonium ion, and water in such a manner as to yield a reaction mixture of the composition represented by the molar ratios indicated below: SiO2/Al2O3=between 10 and 100 inclusive (Na2O+K2O)/SiO2=between 0.15 and 0.50 inclusive K2O/(Na2O+K2O)=between 0.05 and 0.7 inclusive TEA2O/SiO2=between 0.08 and 0.20 inclusive H2O/SiO2=between 5 and 50 inclusive; (2) using the MSE-type zeolite as a seed crystal, and adding this seed crystal to the mixture at a proportion of 5 to 30% by mass with respect to the silica component in the reaction mixture; and (3) heating, under hermetic seal at a temperature of 100 to 200° C., the reaction mixture whereto the seed crystal has been added.
US10526206B2 Process for operating a fluidized bed reactor
Yield of products of increased purity from a fluidized bed reactor where silicon is produced or consumed is enhanced by purging with inert gas, purging with hydrogen gas, and purging with a chlorosilane-containing gas. The purging with hydrogen is conducted at an elevated temperature.
US10526205B2 Extended absorbance solar leaf and methods of making
A photo-absorbing composition having a structure from the group consisting of wherein DASM is a small molecule comprising one or more electron donor portions and one or more electron acceptor portions and NG is a nanographene structure, and m, n, and o are integers greater than or equal to 1.
US10526201B2 Material substitution of cuprous chloride molten salt and oxygen gas in the thermolysis reactor of hydrogen production Cu—Cl cycle
In the thermochemical water splitting process by the Cu—Cl cycle, oxygen gas is produced by a thermolysis process in a three-phase reactor. A precise knowledge of the hydrodynamic and heat transfer analyses is required for the scale-up of the thermolysis reactor. However, in the experimental studies of the scale up analysis, there are some challenges in using the actual materials of the thermolysis reactor products (i.e. molten salt CuCl and oxygen gas). In accordance with the teachings herein, alternative materials are defined, by using dimensional analyses, to simulate the hydrodynamic and heat transfer behaviors of the actual materials. It has been found that these alternative materials are liquid water at 22±2° C. and helium gas at 90±2° C. The alternative materials provide safe environment for the experimental runs as well as lower operating temperature. Furthermore, these alternative materials are more readily available and are low cost.
US10526197B2 Substrate for sensor, physical quantity detection sensor, acceleration sensor, electronic apparatus, vehicle, and method of manufacturing substrate for sensor
A cantilever section as a substrate for a sensor includes: a base section; a movable section connected to the base section; an arm portion as a support portion extending along the movable section from the base section when viewed in a planar view as viewed from a thickness direction of the movable section; and a gap portion formed to have a predetermined gap between the movable section and the arm portion when viewed in the planar view, in which a ridge portion formed as an etching residue having a top portion on the side facing the gap portion is provided on each of facing surfaces of the movable section and the arm portion in the gap portion, and the predetermined gap is a gap between a top portion of a first ridge portion which is the ridge portion formed at one of the movable section and the arm portion, and a top portion of a second ridge portion which is the ridge portion formed at the other of the movable section and the arm portion.
US10526191B1 Dispensing tap and methods for using the same
A dispensing tap for liquids includes a body connected to the neck of a container, a dispensing head with an outlet or mouth, and a throat connecting the body to the dispensing head. A shut off valve is configured for sealing engagement with the mouth of the dispensing head, and a piston is axially guided within the dispensing head. The piston includes a periperhal seal slidably engaged with an interior surface of the dispensing head, and a valve stem coupled to the shut off valve. The piston is selectively actuable between a normally closed position an open position. A spring is captured between the piston and the dispensing head normally biasing the piston and shut off valve to the closed position. A vent is in communication with an interior of the body and the vent is opened and closed with movement of the piston and shut off valve.
US10526189B2 Gravity fed viscous liquid and food product dispensing system
A liquid and semi-liquid product dispenser that improves gravity dispensing of product by using a product bottle that slopes downwards towards the feed valve when the bottle is placed for dispensing. This includes a long sloped portion that extends downwards from the rear of the bottle to the front of the bottle, and a curved and sloped portion proximate to the valve. These slopes feed product to the valve under the force of gravity when the valve is opened. Installation of product bottles is aided by an interior design of the dispenser case that mirrors the bottles contours and ensures that the bottle is positioned for use when placed.
US10526187B2 Water dispensing apparatus comprising a modular and removable hot water expansion tank, systems and methods of using
Water dispensing apparatus comprises modular components including but not limited to an easily accessible water heating module and a water cooling module. The water dispensing apparatus further comprises a bracket for holding at least one of a valve and an expansion tank onto a hot water tank for easy removal of the same in case of repair or replacement. Moreover, the expansion tank comprises a check valve that opens to allow heated water to flow thereinto and closes after heated water has drained therefrom.
US10526186B2 Beverage supply apparatus
A beverage supply apparatus may include a touch panel for receiving an operation to select a main syrup from among different types of syrups stored in a number of syrup tank that is diluted with water or carbonated water to form a main beverage and for receiving an operation to select a topping syrup that is added to the main beverage as a flavor. The beverage supply apparatus also may include a nozzle in which the main beverage is produced by mixing water or carbonated water with the main syrup in a predetermined ratio and then the undiluted topping syrup is mixed with the main beverage to produce a beverage.
US10526184B2 Exhaust valve assembly for a bottle attachment apparatus
An exhaust valve assembly for a bottle attachment apparatus for handling liquids has a valve housing which forms a valve chamber having an inlet and an outlet, an exhaust valve body disposed on the inlet in the valve chamber, and a safety valve body disposed on the outlet in the valve chamber. The exhaust valve body is biased toward an exhaust valve seat, counter to the flow direction of the liquid and the safety valve body is biased toward a safety valve seat in the flow direction of the liquid. The safety valve seat is integrally molded on the valve housing.
US10526181B2 Barrier system for platform lifts
A barrier system for platform lifts to prevent access to an opening once the platform lift is lower than the floor. The system includes a platform lift configured to move in a housing. At least one upright member is receivable in the housing, and is moveable in an up and down direction. A lever is disposed in the housing in a manner in which it will engage with the platform lift as it moves into the housing. The movement of the lever because of this engagement moves the upright member out of the housing to create a barrier.
US10526171B2 Support unit for elevator installation
A support unit for the fastening of a diverting roller to a support structure can be used for supporting a car in an elevator installation. The support unit has two yoke beams and a bearing for the diverting roller. The yoke beams are arranged parallel to one another for fastening to the support structure. On the support unit there are at least two restraint devices that are fastened to the yoke beams and which project into the intermediate space between the yoke beams such that, in the event of failure of the bearing, the restraint devices form a stop to prevent the diverting roller from moving in a support direction under the action of the support force. The support unit is stable, is of simple construction and is of space-saving design.
US10526169B2 Safety switching for an elevator system
A safety switching for elevator systems includes a safety function and a safety switch dedicated to the safety function. The safety switch opens or closes a safety circuit between one connection point and a second connection point as a function of a safety state of the safety function. A test function tests whether or not the safety switch opens and closes the safety circuit as a function of the safety state of the safety function. A detection device is provided for the test function. An auxiliary energy function is provided wherein an auxiliary voltage can be temporarily applied via at least the safety switch and an input part of the detection device for performing the test function. Locally between the connection points the auxiliary energy function introduces an auxiliary energy for generating the auxiliary voltage. The safety switching can be used for converting or retrofitting an existing elevator system.
US10526168B2 Service alarm device for warning if an elevator safety device is not activated
A service alarm device for use in an elevator system, the service alarm device including a control board configured to receive at least one safety signal, and an alarming device in communication with the control board, wherein the control board is configured to activate the alarming device based on the at least one safety signal.
US10526164B2 System and method for a flexible pipe containment sled
A flexible pipe containment sled includes a platform and a first sled portion coupled to a bottom surface of the platform. The first sled portion is disposed at a first side of the platform. The sled also includes a second sled portion coupled to the bottom surface of the platform. The second sled portion is disposed at a second side of the platform opposite to the first side of the platform. The sled also includes a passage formed between the first and second sled portions. The passage is configured to allow a flexible pipe to pass through the passage while the flexible pipe containment sled is placed on a surface.
US10526162B2 Method for controlling rotation of a winding spool of a proof-testing machine for optical fiber, corresponding system, computer program product and non-transitory computer-readable carrier medium
The invention relates to a method for controlling rotation of a winding spool onto which an optical fiber is wound in a proof-testing machine. The optical fiber is guided in the proof-testing machine at a given line speed from an input pulling device to an output pulling device and then to the spool. The input and output pulling device is arranged to subject the optical fiber to a predetermined tensile stress. The method includes upon detection of a break between an output point (A) of the input pulling device and between an input point (B) of the output pulling device, a step of controlling the rotational speed of the spool to bring it to a complete stop; and a step of passing the optical fiber between an output point (C) of the output pulling device and an input point (D) of the winding spool in a fiber accumulation zone adapted to accumulate a predetermined fiber length preventing an fiber broken end resulting from the break going beyond the input point (D) of the winding spool.
US10526156B2 Machine and method for the winding of strips of web material with means for transversal cutting of the strips and anchoring of the strips to the winding core
A machine (1) includes an unwinding section (3) for unwinding parent reels (Ba, Bb) of web material (N), an unwinding section (3) for unwinding parent reels (Ba, Bb) of web material (Na, Nb), and at least one winding station (15). The winding station in turn includes a winding device (41, 51), to which a longitudinal strip (S) of web material is fed. In the winding station, a respective spool (B) of web material is formed. The winding station (15) further includes: a cutting device (81, 83) for the longitudinal strip (S), to cut the longitudinal strip (S) transversely, thus forming a tail edge, which remains on the spool (B) under formation, and a leading edge; and a holding device (85) for holding the leading edge of the longitudinal strip (S), to transfer the leading edge onto a tubular winding core (T) of a new spool to be wound.
US10526154B2 Winding machine for winding lengths of material
The invention relates to a winding machine for winding material webs, in particular foils or films, wherein the winding machine comprises a feeder system with a first belt feeder which, during the winding of the material web around a winding core in a first direction, wraps itself at least partially around the material web. The feeder system comprises a second belt feeder which is suitable for winding the material web in a second direction around the winding core.
US10526152B2 Paper supply apparatus
A paper supply apparatus includes: a primary paper supply roller that feeds out and conveys a print medium from a paper tray on which the print medium is placed; resist rollers that a leading end of the print medium abuts to form a flexure in the print medium by temporarily ceasing conveyance, and rotate at a predetermined timing after this flexure is formed, to convey the print medium toward a conveyance mechanism; and a control unit that executes assist control that drives the primary paper supply roller during the time that the print medium is being conveyed by the resist rollers to assist conveyance of the print medium by the resist rollers. The control unit executes the assist control such that the flexure in the print medium remains at a point in time at which the leading end of the print medium reaches the conveyance mechanism.
US10526149B2 Image processing devices and sheet feeding devices
An image processing device includes first and second feeding units. The first feeding unit feeds a sheet toward the second feeding unit in a sheet feeding direction via a sheet feeding path. The device further includes an image processing portion. The first feeding unit is in the path upstream of the processing portion and includes a first shaft rotating in the feeding direction. The second feeding unit is in the path downstream of the processing portion, and the first and the second units feed and hold the sheet. The second feeding unit includes a second shaft rotating in the feeding direction. The device includes a first supporting member supporting first and second ends of the first shaft, a second supporting member supporting first and second ends of the second shaft, and a third supporting member supporting one shaft at a predetermined portion which is not either end of either shaft.
US10526142B2 Automated kiosk for transporting an item with a tray
An automated kiosk includes a storage structure housed by an enclosure, with the storage structure holding trays with items, grabbing unit for picking up trays, dispensing unit for delivering an item, a conveyer mechanism to position the grabbing unit and the dispensing unit and control system. The tray holding an item is associated with the grabbing unit and the dispensing unit and delivers an item to a customer. The tray holding an item can be returned, stocked and restocked by the automated kiosk.
US10526141B2 Method for positioning load and fetching positioned load or stacking loads with crane
A method positions a load and fetches a positioned load or stacks loads with a crane having location measurement arranged thereto. The method includes taking a load to a selected position; detecting the unloading of the load mainly automatically; storing coordinate information of the load position mainly automatically into the memory of the crane or its control; when fetching a load or adding loads to a stack, activating, at a selected first time instant, a positioning switch arranged in the crane and connected to the memory, whereby coordinates of a load or stack most advantageously positioned relative to the movement of the crane are selected, after which the crane begins to move to said coordinates; and then hoisting or lowering the load at the selected coordinates, and at a selected second time instant, deleting the coordinate information associated with the position of the load from the memory.
US10526139B2 Touching induction garbage container with standby-opening function and controlling method thereof
A controlling method for touching induction garbage container with standby-opening function is provided. It provides a standby-opening working mode managed by a timing unit provided in a microcontroller. The timing unit times the triggering time of the microswitch foot pedal. As a user has touched the microswitch foot pedal for more than an induction time, setting as “t” seconds, the microcontroller will be switched to the standby-opening working mode. The microcontroller will be switched back to a regular working mode if the microswitch foot pedal is being touched again. The present invention provides a technical solution of a practical combination of a regular working mode and a standby-opening working mode, which is fully ergonomic and easy to utilize while ensuring service life spans of the driving mechanism and apparatus, increasing service life span of the battery and enhancing the power-saving performance of the touching induction garbage container.
US10526137B2 Refuse container locking apparatus and method
A refuse container locking apparatus and method. In some embodiments, the refuse container has a container bin with a container lid rotatably mounted adjacent the open end of the container bin. Some instances of the locking apparatus have a locking hasp arm with a slotted end mounted to a base plate mounted to the container sidewall. The locking hasp is linearly slidable on the base plate between a first arm distal position spaced from container lid and a first arm interlocking position adjacent the container lid. Some instances include a locking bolt mounted on a bolt base mounted on the container lid. The locking bolt is linearly slidable on the bolt base between an unlocked position spaced from the locking hasp arm and an interlocked position adjacent the container lid and in interlocking communication with the locking hasp arm. Some methods can require two hands to operate the locking apparatus.
US10526135B1 Modular liquid storage tank
The present invention comprises a liquid storage tank which is adapted to hold a bladder which is to be filled with fluids, in particular, water, in conjunction with a water treatment facility. The liquid storage tank is uniquely constructed in a modular manner from basic predetermined structural components so as to be readily or quickly assembled and disassembled, in accordance with various embodiments as may be required or desired.
US10526134B2 Textile silica reduction system
Apparatus and method for reducing airborne proppant adjacent a fracking material handling system. In some embodiments, a proppant storage chamber is configured to store a volume of proppant. A blow-in adapter mates with a first port of the chamber to facilitate a flow of proppant into the chamber at an inlet pressure. A filter assembly covers and filter a first aperture of the chamber to reduce an emission of airborne proppant during the transfer of the proppant into the proppant storage chamber. A vacuum adapter mates with a second port of the chamber to supply a negative pressure to the chamber during the filling process to maintain an internal pressure within the chamber below a predetermined pressure threshold.
US10526130B2 Insulating container
An insulating container having a base and a lid is provided. The lid may be rotatable about a hinge from a closed configuration to an open configuration and may be secured, via one or more latching devices, in either the closed configuration or the open configuration. In some examples, the rotatable lid may be non-destructively removable from the base. Some example arrangements include a removable lid that, when removed, may be secured to the base via an additional portion of the latching device. Additional features of the insulating container include handles that are integrally formed with the base, a recess formed in the base and housing a spigot, and/or a spigot guard.
US10526125B2 Compact assembly having shock absorber
A compact assembly for storing a product therein includes a housing, a container member, and a resilient member. The container member is disposed within the housing. The container member defines a cavity to store the product. The resilient member is disposed between the housing and the container member. The resilient member cushions the container member to prevent forces acting on the housing from being applied to the container member.
US10526122B2 System for dispensing liquids
A beverage dispensing system for dispensing alcoholic beverages includes a beverage dispensing package and a connector assembly configured to be coupled to the package. The package includes an outer container and at least one divider positioned within the outer container to form a plurality of compartments. The package also includes a plurality of inner containers, with one of the inner containers positioned within each of the compartments. Each inner container stores an alcoholic beverage and each container includes an outlet to enable the alcoholic beverage to be dispensed. The connector assembly includes a plurality of connectors for coupling to a respective outlet of the inner containers, and a dispensing line coupled to the connectors. The connector assembly couples the inner containers in flow communication with the dispensing line to enable the alcoholic beverages within each of the inner containers to be jointly dispensed through the dispensing line.
US10526121B2 Reseal label for box in a box re-sealable pack
A container of consumer goods includes a rigid outer box and a rigid inner box wherein a pull tab is configured to reseal a pre-cut opening in the inner box. The pull tab includes a cover layer larger than the pre-cut opening. The cover layer can be a piece of bundle wrap with a paper layer of the bundle wrap contacting the consumer goods inside the box. The outer box has a hinged lid permanently attached to a connecting tab of the pull tab whereby opening the hinged lid simultaneously opens the pre-cut opening in the inner box by lifting the pull tab. The connecting tab includes adhesive which is partially deadened to decrease adhesion of the connecting tab to the inner box. The pull tab can also include one or more machine readable markings to enhance automated application of the pull tab to an inner box blank during manufacturing of the container.
US10526120B2 Biodegradable bottle for liquids
A bottle for holding liquids that is biodegradable and that is made from environmentally sustainable materials. The bottle includes a body, a shoulder, a neck portion, and a cap. According to one aspect, the neck portion of the bottle is made of bioplastic, and the shoulder and body of the bottle are made from thermoformed pulp. The bioplastic neck can mate with, and be adhered to, the shoulder, and the shoulder can mate with, and be adhered to, the pulp body.
US10526115B1 Container assembly with child resistant closure
In one embodiment there is provided a container assembly configured to hold a substance and including a container and closure configured to thread together. The container having a single continuous channel around an exterior region of its sidewall. The assembly further having a sleeve positioned around the secured closure and container and having a sleeve wall extending from an opened bottom end to an opened top end. The sleeve further further having at least one flange extending internally and fitting into the channel on the container, such that the sleeve freely rotates around the closure. The sleeve is thus configured to freely rotate to prevent a user from removing the closure from the container until pressure is applied downwardly on the top of the closure and applied upwardly on the bottom of the container while twisting in opposite directions.
US10526113B2 Container closure and preform
A container closure system comprises a container 100 comprising a neck 120 having an outer surface, the neck including a plurality of snap ring segments 140 alternating with a plurality of snap ring voids 160 positioned around a circumference of the outer surface. The length of the circumference at which snap ring voids exist is 25% or more of the total length of the circumference. The plurality of snap ring segments is positioned at regular increments around a circumference of the outer surface. The system further includes a cap 14 comprising, among other things, a base 26 that comprises a plurality of snap prongs 16 arranged so as to engage and disengage the plurality of snap ring segments when the cap is rotated on the neck of the container. The plurality of snap prongs are configured to hold the cap on or release the cap from the container.
US10526112B2 Extension collar for pails of mixable building material
An extension collar is provided for use with a pail having an opening and containing mixable building material. The collar includes an annular body with an upper edge, an opposite lower edge, and a sidewall connecting the edges. In addition, the body has a diameter that is complementary to, and insertable into the opening of the pail such that upon insertion into the pail, the collar adds to a height of the pail.
US10526107B2 Blanks and methods for forming a shelf-ready display container
A blank of sheet material is provided for forming a container convertible from a shipping configuration to a display configuration. The blank includes a glue panel, a front panel, a top panel, a rear panel, and a bottom panel coupled together in series by a plurality of generally parallel fold lines. The glue panel includes an opening mechanism and is configured to couple in face-to-face relationship to the bottom panel when the container is formed. The blank also includes a pair of top side panels extending from opposing side edges of the top panel, and a pair of bottom side panels extending from opposing side edges of the bottom panel. An edge perforation line extends along an edge between the top panel and the rear panel, and a face of each of the top panel, the bottom panel, and the pairs of side panels is devoid of perforation lines extending therethrough.
US10526106B2 Bulk bin, bulk bin sleeve pack, and related method
A sleeve pack for forming a bulk bin includes a base for forming a bottom of the bulk bin and a perimeter wall assembly. The perimeter wall assembly includes two blanks that can be connected to one another at interlocking connections to form a perimeter wall of the bulk bin. Locking tabs are associated with at least one of the wall blanks, and corresponding locking openings are associated with at least one other of the wall blanks. The openings oppose the tabs and the tabs are lockingly inserted into the openings to secure the wall members together to form the perimeter wall of the bulk bin.
US10526105B2 Recyclable composite container
A composite container having a paperboard hollow body with top and bottom open ends. The body is formed by a sidewall with inner and outer surfaces. The composite container includes a body liner extending peripherally about the inner surface of the body and a base connectable to the bottom open end of the hollow body. The base includes a sidewall sized and shaped to fit snugly within the bottom open end of the body. The sidewall is permanently coupled to a bottom portion of the liner. The composite container also includes a collar connectable to the top open end of the hollow body. The collar has a peripheral portion that abuts the top open end and an inner circumferential flange sized and shaped to fit snugly within the top open end of the body. The inner circumferential flange is permanently coupled to a top portion of the liner. The peripheral portion has regions of weakened strength so that the section of the peripheral portion that abuts the top open end can be removed, thereby allowing a user to rapidly remove the coupled collar, liner and base from the hollow body.
US10526104B2 Apparatus for applying labels on products
An apparatus for processing, e.g., labelling, respective products, e.g., fruit and vegetables, contained in a suitable container, or crate, has a supporting framework, product feeder, and label applier having a plurality of label application devices provided or arranged side by side and/or arranged in a first and a second transversal row of devices. The apparatus may have an electronic processor for controlling the units of the apparatus, which, for each product, starting with the detected configuration of the respective batch, or crate of products, determine a product area, e.g., having a circular or oval shape, which is large enough to allow complete application of a corresponding label.
US10526103B2 Method of forming a carton with article protection feature
A method of forming a carton. The method includes obtaining a blank having at least one panel and at least one article protection flap foldably connected to the at least one panel. The method includes positioning the at least one panel to at least partially form an interior space of the carton, loading at least one article in the interior space, and folding the at least one article protection flap relative to the at least one panel after the loading the at least one article. The folding includes moving the article protection flap from a first position that is substantially parallel to the at least one panel to a second position wherein the article protection flap is folded relative to the at least one panel.
US10526102B2 Cap stabilizer for capping device
A cap stabilizer of a capping device includes a fastening element that connects the cap stabilizer to the capping device such that the cap stabilizer is removable from the capping device by sliding the cap stabilizer in a first direction, opposite a direction of travel of container to be capped by the capping device.
US10526098B2 Film drive assembly for a packaging machine
A packaging assembly (10) that includes a weighing machine (11) that delivers batches of product to a packaging machine (18). A film drive assembly (17) pulls strip bag material pass a former shoulder (41), to form tubular bag material into which batches of product are to be delivered, with the tubular bag material being longitudinally sealed, transversely sealed and transversely cut by the packaging machine (18).
US10526096B2 Solar wing system and apparatus
Various embodiments of a solar wing are disclosed. A solar wing sail generates power from a series of parallel, spaced-apart solar rib assemblies, each assembly having a solar array mounted on top. A sail is formed of transparent material that surrounds the solar rib assemblies, forming an airfoil. The power generated by the solar wing sail can be used to charge batteries and operate onboard electronics.
US10526092B2 Turbine-assisted cabin air compressor
An airplane is provided. The airplane includes a motor-driven compressor assembly. The motor-driven compressor assembly includes a shaft, a motor, a compressor, and a turbine coupled to the compressor via the shaft. The motor provides a first power to the compressor via the shaft. The turbine receives and expands a second medium to provide a second power to the compressor via the shaft. The compressor receives and compresses a first medium in accordance with the first power provided by the turbine and the second power provided by the motor.
US10526091B2 Mobile platform thermal management systems and methods
A system for cooling a plurality of electrical equipment components inside a mobile platform may include at least one manifold and a plurality of flexible tubing ducts. The manifold may have an outlet, and a plurality of inlet tubing connections in fluid communication with the outlet. The outlet may be coupled to an interface of a cooling system of the platform by exhaust tubing. Each of the flexible tubing ducts may have a proximal end and a distal end. Each proximal end may be selectively connectable to the inlet tubing connections. Each distal end may have an air intake port that is alternatively positionable in two or more thermal dissipation zones of the electrical equipment components for permitting an exhaust profile inside the platform to the interface to be reconfigured based at least in part on respective positions of the electrical equipment components.
US10526086B2 Drone with four wings maneuverable by flapping action
An improved drone with 4 flat wings reciprocating up and down, complete with motor and electronics. Appendages on each wing's surface allow air to pass across it during the up-motion, and block it in the down-motion; this creates lift and permits flight and manoeuvres. The drone resembles either a flying bird or an insect, depending on wing motion and on passive attachments appropriate for the respective resemblance, making for inconspicuousness. The drone can execute complex work, either as solitary or in a team, either in flight or at rest in various places, after approaching and adhering expertly.
US10526084B2 Autogyro
The invention relates to an autogyro having a rotor (12). According to the invention, a gas pressure spring (32) is provided and is arranged for trimming the rotor (12).
US10526081B2 Gear shaft for accommodating thermal expansion and transmission system incorporating the same
A gear shaft allows a ceramic bearing to be used in environments where gear steel is desirable for driving a gear. The gear shaft includes a gear region and a bearing region. A bearing can be disposed about the bearing region of the gear shaft. A gear can be disposed about the gear region of the gear shaft. The bearing includes a ceramic material. The gear region of the gear shaft includes gear steel, whereas the bearing region of the gear shaft includes a bearing-region material that has a coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) that is close to the CTE of the ceramic material.
US10526078B2 Tracker and vibration analysis system having UV sensitivity
Tracker systems are disclosed, the system mountable on a device having one or more rotary component, comprising: an optical tracker having circuitry that causes the optical tracker to receive and filter optical signals including UV, visible, and infrared wavelengths so as to be more sensitive to UV wavelengths than the visible and infrared wavelengths. The optical tracker having circuitry transmitting data indicative of a distance; and one or more computer processor that utilizes the optical tracker determined distance to determine track error of the one or more rotary component of the device, and transmits data indicative of the track error.
US10526077B2 Multi-objective control system with control allocation
A flight system for an aircraft and method for controlling a clearance between a first rotor disk and a second rotor disk of an aircraft is disclosed. The flight system includes a sensor for measuring an angle of deviation of at least one of a first rotor disk and a second rotor disk of the aircraft to indicate a clearance between the first rotor disk and the second rotor disk as well as sensors for measuring a flight condition of the aircraft. A control allocation module uses the measured angle of deviation and the flight condition of the aircraft to determine an allocation of control settings to axis-controlling devices of the aircraft to attain a selected pitch of the aircraft, wherein the allocation is based at least on the measured angle of deviation and the flight state of the aircraft.
US10526076B2 Rotor hub vibration attenuator
A vibration attenuator for an aircraft has at least one weight mounted in a rotating system of a rotor hub of the aircraft, each weight being rotatable about an axis of rotation of the hub relative to the hub and to each other weight. Drive means are provided for rotating each weight about the axis of rotation at a selected speed for creating oscillatory shear forces that oppose and attenuate rotor-induced vibrations having a selected frequency. A vertically oriented vibration attenuator is configured to oppose and attenuate vertical rotor induced oscillatory forces that would otherwise travel vertical down the rotor mast and into the airframe. A vibration attenuator having weights rotating about separate axes offset from each other.
US10526074B2 Method and device for controlling coupled forward and aft doors of an aircraft landing gear bay
A system for the control of the door assemblies of a bay of a landing gear of an aircraft, that is retractile and is able to be deployed, the opening of the bay for the landing gear being able to be closed by a forward door assembly and an aft door assembly, comprises a coupling mechanism of the forward door assembly and the aft door assembly, that is configured such that the aft door assembly is not completely closed, but is ajar, as soon as the forward door assembly is opened during the deployment of the landing gear and the aft door assembly is completely closed at the complete closing of the forward door assembly when the landing gear is retracted.
US10526073B2 Wingtip device of a wing, and also a wing with such a wingtip device
A wingtip device for a wing is provided. The wingtip device has an inner end and an outer end, and in which the local dihedral of the wingtip device increases or reduces from the inner end to the outer end, with a pressure-side flow surface and a suction-side flow surface. At least two ancillary wing sections are arranged on the wingtip device, projecting in each case from the flow surface of the wingtip device. The ancillary wing sections in each case form an interface with the surface of the wingtip device; which interfaces are located spaced apart from one another. A wing with such a wingtip device is also provided.
US10526071B2 Hydraulic systems and methods to control a member
The hydraulic system can include a control member that is operatively coupled to a member. The control member can include a hydraulic control member and an integrated inerter. Hydraulic fluid at variable pressures is moved through the hydraulic system by pumps. The hydraulic system can be configured for hydraulic fluid returning from the control member to the first pump to be delivered to the second pump prior to reaching the first pump. A dual-spool valve is positioned between the pumps and the control member to control the flow of the hydraulic fluid. The dual-spool valve is movable to move the hydraulic fluid at variable pressures into and out of first and second chambers of the control member. The dual spool valve can also be configured to operate the control member when a spool is not operational.
US10526069B1 Collapsible large diameter propeller for quiet aircraft
An aircraft has a small high-speed propeller used during take-off, climbing and landing maneuvers, and a large collapsible or foldable propeller used for loitering. The large collapsible or foldable propeller is kept in a folded configuration during take-offs and landings to minimize drag and to avoid ground strikes. During loitering operations, the large collapsible propeller is unfolded and used at a lower rotational speed than the smaller high-speed propeller to permit efficient and quite loitering. During loitering operations, the smaller high-speed propeller may be disengaged so as to spin freely or held in a non-rotational position. One or more foldable propellers may be paired with at least one conventional propeller. The propellers may be arranged as twin tractor, tractor-pusher, or nearly any other type of layout on the fuselage or wings, or on pods of the fuselage or wings.
US10526067B2 Propeller ring comprising radial housings with an ovoid cross-section
The invention relates to a propeller ring (10) of a turbomachine (1), with variable-pitch blades (P), the propeller ring (10) comprising a substantially coaxial annular body (11) with a main axis (A) and a plurality of radial housings (12) uniformly distributed around the main axis (A), each radial housing (12) being designed to receive a bearing (13) for a root (14) of a blade (P) so as to allow the variable pitch of the blade (P), the radial housings (12) having a substantially ovoid cross-section in a plane (T) tangential to the annular body (11).
US10526065B2 Drone having at least three lift and propulsion rotors
A drone comprising a carrier structure, at least three lift propulsion rotors and a control system delivering at least one electrical power supply to at least three electric motors driving said at least three rotors, said at least three rotors being spaced apart longitudinally and transversely beside one another, wherein said drone includes a wing carrying two half-wings symmetrically about an anteroposterior plane of symmetry P of said drone, serving at least to increase the lift of said drone, each of said two half-wings including at least one movable portion suitable for moving relative to said carrier structure of said drone with at least a first degree of freedom to move in rotation about a first pivot axis parallel to a longitudinal direction X of said drone; and two first electric actuators respectively enabling each of said movable portions of one of said two half-wings.
US10526061B2 Life ring and method of manufacture
A life ring includes a cover formed of a knitted back polyester fabric with a top vinyl coating, and a urethane foam core within the cover. The cover and the urethane foam core are formed into a ring shape. By using the noted cover material, the life ring can be manufactured without a painting step, thereby reducing manufacturing costs and improving the consistency of the finished product.
US10526057B2 Water sports device
The invention relates to a water sports device comprising an inflatable body component (1) having a longitudinal direction (L) and inflatable arms (8a, 8b) on a rear end, the arms being distanced from one another and orientated in the longitudinal direction (L), between which arms a receptacle (2) having an inner contour is formed, and comprising a drive component (7) having a tread surface (4) and an underwater surface (3), which drive component is formed with a complimentary contour (10a, 10b, 11) on two longitudinal sides (10a, 10b) that are distanced from one another and which component can be inserted into the receptacle (2) from the rear end, wherein the inner contour and the complimentary outer contour (10a, 10b, 11) form a connection to one another and a position of the inserted drive component (7) in the receptacle (2) is secured in the direction of the tread surface.
US10526056B1 Generation of electric power using wave motion, wind energy and solar energy
A method and apparatus for producing electricity from a combination of three sources: ocean waves, wind and solar, includes converting an upward and downward motion of a buoyant platform into a rotational motion of a shaft using a plurality of blades mounted to the shaft, the blades causing the shaft to rotate from internal wind energy as the blades move up and down within a cavity. The shaft is coupled to a generator for producing electricity. A wind turbine is mounted to the buoyant platform for converting wind energy into electricity. Further, solar panels are included, for example, mounted to the buoyant platform and/or turbine blades of the wind turbine, the solar panels also generate electricity when exposed to light.
US10526054B2 Pipe-laying vehicle with rotator platform leveling system
A self-propelled vehicle used to lay pipe sections within trenches located on sloped terrain, and a method for using it, including: an undercarriage carrying a vehicle chassis and capable of climbing sloped terrain; a rotating platform which can be maintained level relative to the sloped terrain; and a boom with an angled boom head, capable of using two independent winch cables to lift and position individual pipe sections having differing lengths and diameters. The vehicle may be used to sequentially lift two or more pipe sections, one at a time, and to swing and position the pipe sections in a trench, end-to-end.
US10526052B2 Liquefied gas carrier
The present invention relates to a liquefied gas carrier having a width of less than 32.3 m to pass through the old Panama Canal, which includes a liquefied gas tank having a liquefied gas storage capacity of 70K or more, preferably 78.7K.
US10526051B2 Evacuation system
The present invention relates to an evacuation system for positioning and maintaining a position of an inflatable floatable unit in relation to a maritime structure during evacuation of persons at sea, comprising a maritime structure from which persons are to be evacuated, an inflatable floatable unit configured to be deployed from the maritime structure, and a bowsing system comprising a first bowsing line extending from the maritime structure to the inflatable floatable unit, and a first bowsing winch configured to, by means of the first bowsing line, bowse and position the inflatable floatable unit in relation to the maritime structure after it has been deployed from the maritime structure into the water, wherein the bowsing system further comprises a first hydraulic cylinder having a piston with a first piston end extending outside the first hydraulic cylinder, and a first hydraulic accumulator which is in fluid communication with the first hydraulic cylinder, the first piston end being connected with the first bowsing line between the first bowsing winch and the inflatable floatable unit. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a bowsing method for positioning and maintaining a position of an inflatable floatable unit in relation to a maritime structure during evacuation of persons at sea.
US10526048B2 Mast base assembly
The present invention is directed broadly to a marine vessel (10) comprising a deck (12) mounted to a hull (14) together with a sail (16) coupled to the marine vessel (10) via a mast base assembly (18). The mast base assembly (18) comprises a mast tilt assembly (22). The mast base assembly (18) also comprises a mast base mounting (20) to which the mast tilt assembly (22) is pivotally mounted for movement about a tilt axis (24) between stowed and operative positions. The mast base assembly (18) further comprises a sail slew assembly (26) mounted to the sail (16) associated with the marine vessel (10). The sail slew assembly (26) is operatively coupled to the mast tilt assembly (22) for slewing of the sail (16). The sail (16) is rotated or slewed about a slew axis (28) of the mast tilt assembly (22) to reorient the sail (16) relative to the marine vessel (10).
US10526047B2 Watercraft with shape chamber
An additional chamber to watercraft that adds both volume and curvature to other compartments or components of the watercraft that are essentially flat is described. The additional chamber provides for modular construction of watercraft for creating volumetric space as well as a curved surface to the outer portion of the watercraft. The chamber advantageously increases the aesthetic appeal of the watercraft as well as provides a surface on which water is discouraged from pooling or collecting on. Various watercrafts having such a chamber are also described.
US10526044B2 Shifting device and shifting pawl for a shifting device
The present invention relates to a shifting device for a gearing unit, in particular for a vehicle driven using muscle force. The shifting device has a shaft for the mounting of a multiplicity of idler gears. A multiplicity of pawls are assigned to the idler gears and are movably mounted on the shaft in order to connect the idler gears rotationally conjointly to the shaft in at least one direction of rotation. A camshaft is assigned to the pawls and is designed to set different gear-speed stages of the gearing unit, wherein the pawls are assigned in each case one actuating element which is mounted so as to be movable relative to the camshaft and relative to the respective pawl and which is designed to actuate the pawl for the purposes of setting the gear-speed stages.
US10526043B2 Motorcycle exhaust with catalytic converter
A catalytic converter for treatment of exhaust gases from a motorcycle engine includes a housing having an upstream end and a downstream end. A housing body extends between the upstream end and the downstream end. A catalyst mantle is positioned within the body of the housing such that a void is formed between the catalyst mantle and the housing body. A catalyst is positioned within the catalyst mantle. An insulator is positioned within the void between the housing body and the catalyst mantle.
US10526042B2 Automatic traction control for friction drives
The disclosure relates to improved friction drive systems, control algorithms for friction drive systems, and automatic traction control for friction drive systems. Embodiments of friction drive systems and methods may improve control over an amount of normal force between a contact surface on a friction drive (e.g., disposed on a drive motor) and a tire or wheel of a wheeled vehicle. Embodiments of friction drive systems and methods may dynamically adjust the normal force between the contact surface and the tire or wheel in response to rapidly changing conditions, such as weather, road surface, and/or tire inflation. Embodiments of an automatic traction control system may adjust the normal force to avoid slippage while minimizing tire wear and maximizing battery efficiency. Embodiments of friction drive systems and methods may allow a user to calibrate or adjust the amount of normal force delivered based on their preferences or based on a selected mode of operation.
US10526038B2 Operating device
An operating device for a handlebar steered vehicle is basically provided with a base member, an operating member and a handlebar fixing structure. The base member includes a support abutment arranged to contact an outer surface of a handlebar while the operating device is in an installed state. The operating member is pivotally coupled to the base member about a pivot axis. The handlebar fixing structure is coupled to base member. The handlebar fixing structure defines a handlebar arrangement area extending along a handlebar axis. The support abutment being spaced from the handlebar receiving area of the handlebar fixing structure in a handlebar axis direction parallel to the handlebar axis by an axial width with a range from ten millimeters to thirty millimeters.
US10526037B2 Thumb switch for operating a mobile communication device and/or electrical components and a control system operable via such a thumb switch
Disclosed is a thumb switch for operating a mobile communication device and/or electric components of a vehicle, said thumb switch comprising a housing, on which at least one operating element is arranged. In order to allow for ease of operation, the thumb switch has communication electronics for generating control signals for functions that can be carried out on the mobile communication device and/or on at least one electrical component of the vehicle. The invention further relates to control system comprising such a thumb switch.
US10526032B2 Assembly station for vehicle body door assembly
A method and assembly station (12) for assembling vehicle body doors (22) utilizes sensing of vehicle body hinge members (26) and door hinge members (28) with the door positioned by a robot (16) to provide assembly with reduced labor cost.
US10526025B2 Tracked vehicle and chassis therefor
A tracked vehicle with a chassis comprising an upper frame structure connected to a lower frame structure, the lower frame structure spanning a longitudinal distance along a longitudinal direction of the vehicle, wherein over a first portion of the longitudinal distance, the lower frame structure overlaps with the upper frame structure and wherein over a second portion of the longitudinal distance, the lower frame structure does not overlap with the upper frame structure. The tracked vehicle may also comprise an operator cabin, power plant mounted to the upper frame structure and a plurality of track assemblies for traction of the tracked vehicle. Each track assembly is mounted to the lower frame structure of the chassis and comprises a drive wheel; an end wheel; and a plurality of support wheels therebetween; and an endless track disposed around the plurality of wheels for engaging a ground on which the tracked vehicle travels.
US10526021B2 Roof panel anti-flutter reinforcement
An anti-flutter structure, or reinforcement panel, for a roof panel supported on transversely extending roof bows. The reinforcement panel is attached to at least one of the roof bows with the flanges being disposed above the roof bow. The flanges extend longitudinally, and are resiliently compressed by the roof panel. The reinforcement panel has a body and flanges laterally flanking the body. The body is attached to one of the roof bows with the flanges being disposed above the roof bow. The anti-flutter material is disposed between the flanges and the roof panel.
US10526020B2 Side body structure of vehicle
A side body structure of a vehicle is provided, which includes a hinge pillar extending in vertical directions of the vehicle, a hinge reinforcement disposed in the hinge pillar, and a reinforcing member disposed in the hinge pillar and extending in the vertical directions. The hinge reinforcement is provided with an overlapping section provided on a rear side of a portion of the reinforcing member and overlapping in the vertical directions with the portion when viewed from a vehicle front side.
US10526017B2 Vehicle body structure
A structural member extends in a vehicle longitudinal direction. An off-center impact structure has a first member and a second member. The first member has a linear portion and an offset portion both having a hollow interior. The first linear portion extends through a first opening in the structural member in a direction perpendicular to the structural member and further extends in an outboard direction from the structural member. The offset portion is angularly offset from the first linear portion and extends laterally outboard and forward relative to the structural member. The second member has a first section and a second section. The first section is disposed within the hollow interior of the linear portion of the first member and the second section extends through of an opening in the first member outboard from the opening of the first member away from the hollow interior.
US10526016B2 Vehicle front section structure
There is provided a vehicle front section structure including: a pair of front side members that extend in a vehicle front-rear direction; a cross member extending between the front side members; outriggers that are provided running in the vehicle front-rear direction at a vehicle upper side of the front side members, with each of the outriggers extending toward a corresponding front side member at a vehicle front side; joining members that are each joined to a corresponding front side member, the cross member, and a corresponding outrigger; and a suspension member that is fixed to a fixing portion provided at each joining member.
US10526013B2 Parking assist apparatus
A parking assist apparatus includes: a distance obtaining portion that obtains a movement distance from a current position of a vehicle to a parking target position; a vehicle speed calculating portion that calculates a target vehicle speed with a lapse of time until the vehicle reaches the parking target position, based on the movement distance, and a vehicle speed and acceleration and deceleration which are set in advance; a position calculating portion that calculates a movement target position of the vehicle in accordance with the time until the vehicle reaches the parking target position, based on the target vehicle speed with the lapse of time; and a controller that controls a vehicle running state such that the vehicle is moved to the movement target position at the target vehicle speed.
US10526012B2 Method for side slip angle variable control of vehicle having rear wheel steering system
A method for side slip angle variable control of a vehicle having a rear wheel steering system, may include a first step of determining a first steering angle ratio value which corresponds to a steering angle ratio of a front wheel and a rear wheel in a driver driving mode and determining a second steering angle ratio value which corresponds to the steering angle ratio of the front wheel and the rear wheel in an autonomous driving mode; a second step of determining a rear-wheel steering angle through determination by the second steering angle ratio value and comparing the rear-wheel steering angle with a predetermined maximum steering angle of a rear wheel steering (RWS); and a third step of determining any one driving mode of the driver driving mode and the autonomous driving mode when the rear-wheel steering angle is determined to be smaller than the RWS maximum steering angle.
US10526007B2 Power conversion device, control method for same, and electric power steering control device
Provided is a power conversion device for suppressing a variation amount of a bus current to decrease a power loss in consideration of control of detecting the bus current during operation. In control by a power conversion part in accordance with a switching signal, a voltage vector is caused to bring a mode into a power running mode at a timing of detecting the bus current when an AC rotating machine is in a power running operation state, and the voltage vector is caused to bring the mode into a regeneration mode at a timing of detecting the bus current when the AC rotating machine is in a regeneration operation state, thereby decreasing the power loss due to the variation in the bus current.
US10526002B2 Arrangement of a steering wheel in a motor vehicle suitable for autonomous driving
An arrangement of a steering wheel in a motor vehicle suitable for autonomous driving is provided, wherein the steering wheel can be pivoted or tilted from a usage position into a rest position, in which the driver of the vehicle can still specify a steering request by rotating the steering wheel. The pivoting or tilting of the steering wheel from the usage position into the rest position switches on an autonomous vehicle operating mode, in which the vehicle moves along the roadway without assistance from the driver, whereas pivoting or tilting of the steering wheel from the rest position into the usage position switches off the autonomous vehicle operating mode. For this purpose, the steering wheel rim can be pivotably or tiltably attached to a spoke of the steering wheel, which spoke is stationary or connected to the steering wheel rim. The steering wheel rim can be guided within a rim guide sleeve such that the steering wheel rim can be rotated about the axis of rotation of the steering wheel, which rim guide sleeve in turn can be pivoted in a guiding end of the spoke about a pivot axis that extends parallel to a tangent of the steering wheel rim at the point of intersection with the spoke longitudinal axis.
US10525997B1 Hand truck
A hand truck includes a main frame mechanism and a clamping mechanism. The main frame mechanism includes a main frame unit configured to carry an article, and a wheel unit connected to the main frame unit for moving the main frame unit. The clamping mechanism includes two clamping frame units disposed movably and respectively on left and right sides of the main frame unit. The clamping frame units are driven to move relative to the main frame unit between a clamped state and an unclamped state, in which the clamping frame units are moved close to and away from each other to clamp and release therebetween the article, respectively.
US10525996B1 Wheelbarrow conversion assembly
A wheelbarrow conversion assembly for facilitating a wheelbarrow to be rolled without lifting the wheelbarrow includes a wheelbarrow that has a bucket and a pair of support legs. A bracket is removably coupled to the wheelbarrow and the bracket is positioned on each of the support legs. A pair of rollers is each of the rollers is rotatably coupled to the bracket to roll along a support surface. Each of the rollers supports weight of the wheelbarrow to facilitate the wheelbarrow to be rolled without lifting the wheelbarrow. In this way the rollers facilitate a physically disabled user to roll the wheelbarrow along the ground.
US10525993B2 Railway turnout control method and system
A railway turnout control method comprises: constructing a data space corresponding to a railway turnout area (101); adding a virtual railway turnout, in the data space, to an area in which a target turnback stopping point is located (102); adding the virtual railway turnout to a railway turnout list corresponding to a route along which a train drives into the area (103); and not releasing claim of the virtual railway turnout when the train stops at the turnback stopping point (104); Also provided is a railway turnout control system. The method and system can solve problems of deadlock of a turnback area and insufficient safety protection of crossed routes.
US10525991B2 System and method for vehicle control based on detected wheel condition
A system is provided that includes a detection circuit having a first and second sensor. The first sensor is configured to measure a rotational speed of a first wheel. The second sensor is coupled to a vehicle chassis and configured to measure a position over time of the vehicle chassis. The system further includes a controller circuit configured to determine a shock frequency based on the position of the vehicle chassis. The controller circuit is further configured to determine a condition (e.g., an anomalous condition) of the first wheel based on the shock frequency and the rotational speed, and may be further configured for vehicle control based on the determined condition.
US10525989B2 Rail car key adaptor tool
A rail car key adaptor tool made of a shank piece with width less than 1½ inches is connected to another durable material piece in which one material piece is longer than the other at 90 degree on the long side. Top plate with two arms is connected to the shank piece at the edge at 90 degree. A durable triangle piece connecting the two arms next to the shank piece; and a round handle connected at both of arms of the top plate.
US10525986B2 System and method for steering wheel haptic notification
The present disclosure relates to systems, devices and methods for steering wheel haptic notification. In one embodiment, a method includes receiving a detected hand position relative to a steering wheel of a vehicle and detecting at least one object relative to the vehicle. Based on the hand position, actuation of at least one haptic notification element of the steering wheel may be controlled to indicate position of the object. In certain embodiments, hand position may be detected by capacitive sensing of the steering wheel. In other embodiments, the vehicle may include an imaging device facing the steering wheel to determine hand position. Object location may be mapped to the steering wheel based on hand position. The actuators of the steering wheel may increase the steering wheel thickness or raise at least a portion of the actuator area to indicate the direction of a detected object.
US10525985B2 Information output apparatus for saddle-type vehicle
An information output apparatus for a straddle vehicle is configured to provide output information to a driver, and includes a receiving unit configured to receive input information input by the driver, a learning unit configured to learn an input tendency that is a tendency of the input information by the driver based on the input information received by the receiving unit, a generating unit configured to generate the output information according to a learned content learned by the learning unit, and an output unit configured to cause a sound device to output the output information generated by the generating unit in a form of a voice in natural language.
US10525983B2 Automatic driving system and vehicle control method
An automatic driving system, that switches a driving state of a vehicle from automatic driving to manual driving due to a driver's operation during automatic driving of the vehicle, includes an electronic control unit configured to: determine whether a turning-off condition is satisfied when a direction indicator under the automatic driving is in a turned-on state and the driver's operation is performed; switch a driving state from the automatic driving to the manual driving and maintain the turned-on state of the direction indicator when the direction indicator is in the turned-on state and the driver's operation has been performed; determine whether the turning-off condition is satisfied based on a position of the vehicle under the manual driving or a traveling state of the vehicle under the manual driving; switch the direction indicator from the turned-on state to the turned-off state when it is determined that the turning-off condition is satisfied.
US10525982B2 Tracking diagnostic for continuously variable valve systems
A variable valve, method, and diagnostic system are provided that determine accuracy of a position of a variable valve. The variable valve, method, and diagnostic system are configured to determine a system error, the system error being the difference between a commanded position of the valve and a measured position of the valve provided through a feedback signal of the valve. The variable valve, method, and diagnostic system are further configured to determine that a diagnostic accuracy passing condition is met if: a) the system error is less than a predetermined positive error threshold and greater than a predetermined negative error threshold; b) a rate of change of the measured position exceeds a predetermined positive feedback rate threshold; or c) the rate of change of the measured position is less than a predetermined negative feedback rate threshold.
US10525978B2 Method for controlling a parking mode of a vehicle
A method for controlling a parking mode for a vehicle includes detecting an activation action of a user of the vehicle, determining a movement status of the vehicle, and activating a parking mode for the vehicle by closing a parking brake of a brake device of the vehicle and by engaging a gearshift lock of a transmission of the vehicle.
US10525976B2 Vehicle apparatus and method
The present disclosure relates to a vehicle (1) having a torque generating machine (4); and one or more driven wheel (WD). A driveline (6) is provided for transmitting torque from the torque generating machine (4) to said one or more driven wheel. The driveline (6) includes a torque transmitting means (8). A first decoupling mechanism (11) is operable to decouple the torque transmitting means (8) from the torque generating machine (4). The first decoupling mechanism (11) is closed to couple the torque transmitting means (8) to the torque generating machine (4) and is opened to decouple the torque transmitting means (8) from the torque generating machine (4). A second decoupling mechanism (12) is operable to decouple the torque transmitting means (8) from the one or more driven wheel. The second decoupling mechanism (12) is closed to couple the torque transmitting means (8) to the one or more driven wheel and is opened to decouple the torque transmitting means (8) from the one or more driven wheel. A controller (2) is provided having at least one electronic processor for controlling operation of the first and second decoupling mechanisms (11, 12). The at least one electronic processor (P) being configured to determine a target operating speed of the torque generating machine (4), control the operating speed of the torque generating machine (4) in dependence on the determined target operating speed, close the first decoupling mechanism (11) when the operating speed of the torque generating machine (4) at least substantially matches the determined target operating speed and close the second decoupling mechanism (12) after closing the first decoupling mechanism (11). The present disclosure relates to a corresponding method of controlling first and second decoupling mechanisms (11, 12) to control the transmittal of torque from a torque generating machine (4) to one or more driven wheel of a vehicle (1).
US10525967B2 Methods and systems for improving transmission shifting
Systems and methods for improving operation of a hybrid vehicle are presented. In one example, an engine is couple to a transmission in response to a transmission upshift to reduce transmission output shaft torque disturbances.
US10525961B2 System and method for the diagnosis, evaluation and prediction of leakages in different hydraulic circuits, quickly and safely for the operator
Transportable system for the diagnosis, evaluation and prediction of leakages in hydraulic circuits of low pressure between 0 to 7 bar and of high pressure from 0 to 170 bar, quickly and safely for the operator is provided having a first independent circuit of high pressure and low flow and a second independent circuit of low pressure and high flow wherein the first independent circuit comprises: a first pressure subsystem, which delivers pressure to a first 4/3 valve with ports A, B, P and T, which is actuated by first solenoids, to deliver pressure to a first coupling A or to a first coupling B, in fluid communication with the ports A and B of the first 4/3 valve respectively a computer arranged to control the pressure of each pressure subsystem and associated method.
US10525960B2 Braking mechanism comprising a working fluid receptacle
A brake unit having a container which serves for accommodating working fluid and which is arranged with at least one connector piece in a receiving bore and which is sealed off by a sealing element which extends radially around the connector piece. In order to offer a simple, inexpensive and pressure-tight interface between connector piece in a receiving bore, it is proposed that a form fit transversely with respect to the direction of the longitudinal axis of the connector piece is formed by a displacement of the material of the sealing element during the installation of the connector piece in the receiving bore.
US10525958B2 Electric parking brake having twin independent actuators
An electric parking brake for an automotive vehicle comprises a brake caliper having first and second bores. A first piston is mounted in the first bore and a second piston is mounted in the second bore. A first actuator supports the first piston and a second actuator supports the second piston. The first and second actuators are controlled individually.
US10525949B2 Parking assist device
A parking assist device includes an electronic control unit. The electronic control unit is configured to: perform parking assist of a vehicle to automatically park the vehicle at a target position while restricting a vehicle speed to an upper limit or lower in accordance with an instruction of a user who is outside the vehicle; determine whether or not the vehicle moves on a road surface having a downhill grade along a travelling direction of the vehicle by the parking assist; and set the upper limit in the case where the vehicle is determined to move on the road surface having a downhill grade to be smaller than the upper limit in the case where the vehicle is not determined to move on the road surface having a downhill grade.
US10525945B2 Antiskid brake control system with axle-mounted inertial sensor
A brake control system may comprise an inertial sensor coupled to an axle and configured to measure a linear acceleration of the axle and an antiskid control (ASK) in electronic communication with the inertial sensor, wherein at least one of the inertial sensor or the ASK calculate a linear velocity of the axle based on the linear acceleration, and the ASK uses the linear velocity to calculate a wheel slip speed.
US10525943B2 Automated vehicle control system with multiple brake-pedal selected disengagement modes
A control system with multiple brake-pedal selected disengagement-modes for an automated vehicle includes a brake-pedal and a controller. The brake-pedal is used to detect a plurality of pedal-action-classifications based on one of pedal-force, depression-duration, and a combination of pedal-force and depression-duration. The controller is in communication with the brake-pedal. The controller operates the system into a first-mode in response to the brake-pedal being operated in accordance with a first-action-classification, and into a second-mode in response to the brake-pedal being operated in accordance with a second-action-classification different from the first-action-classification.
US10525942B2 Vehicle stabilizer and/or leveler spacer
A vehicle leveler spacer and method of using the vehicle leveler spacer that may be selectively attached to a retracted leveler of a vehicle, such as a trailer or motor home. The spacer at least partially supports the vehicle upon extension of the leveler to the ground. The spacer includes at least one connector to selectively connect the spacer to the retracted leveler. The connector may be a magnet, strap, clamp, or another mechanical connector. The top surface of the spacer may include a rim along its perimeter configured to retain a pad of a leveler. The spacer may form a gap between the bottom surface and a supporting surface, e.g. the ground, when the spacer is connected to a retracted leveler. The connectors enable the spacer to be quickly attached or removed from a retracted leveler of a vehicle.
US10525940B2 Internal washing device for containers
The invention relates to an internal washing device for containers including a base with a structure including telescopically extendable sections and in which at least one cleaning element is housed. The base includes a drive shaft, each section includes at least one toothed longitudinal segment configured to engage with at least one pinion fastened to the drive shaft. The sections include a push pawl. The initial section incorporates a support element on the forward end, and the additional sections incorporate a pull pawl and a recess for the fastening of the corresponding push pawl, such that the drive shaft has the ability to operate all the sections without needing to move.
US10525937B2 Integrated multi image sensor and lens washing nozzle assembly and method for simultaneously cleaning a plurality of image sensors
A unitary or one-piece integral image sensor and washing nozzle assembly or module 100, 300, 400 is configured to enclose, protect, and aim multiple image sensors and effectively clean multiple lenses (e.g., 102, 104) simultaneously while using only one nozzle head (e.g., 120, 320 or 420) with at least one optimized spray pattern (e.g., 122). The module includes a housing with a cover or bezel (e.g., 106) that supports and orients the lenses and the nozzle head aims spray at the lenses along a spray axis, with the relative heights and spacings of the nozzle's outlet orifice (e.g., 174) and the surfaces of the lenses (e.g., 102, 104) selected so that a particular spray either glances across and washes a nearest lens (e.g., 102) or impacts and washes over a farthest lens (e.g., 104).
US10525936B2 Windscreen wiper for a system for wiping a window of a vehicle and assembly method thereof
The invention relates to a windscreen wiper for a system for wiping a window of a vehicle, in particular a motor vehicle, comprising: a wiper blade (16), a strip-shaped, resilient, elongated support element (18), a longitudinal retaining member (30) for the blade (16) which comprises a first longitudinal housing (32) for receiving a heel (34) of the blade (16) and a second longitudinal housing (42) for receiving said support element (18), and a longitudinal body (14) which forms an aerodynamic deflector (20) and which comprises means for hooking onto the retaining member (30), characterized in that the longitudinal body (14) is fixed in a non-detachable manner to the retaining member (30).
US10525935B2 Door control system, control device, and mobile device
In a door control system, a reservation signal is transmitted when a user operates a mobile device and reserves opening a door, a control device transmits a reservation acceptance signal and starts transmitting a response request signal upon receipt of the reservation signal. When the mobile device receives the reservation acceptance signal, a mobile device memory stores information indicating that the reservation is accepted and authorized and a notification unit notifies the user of authorization. When the mobile device receives the response request signal, the mobile device transmits a response signal including the stored information indicating authorization. When the control device receives the response signal including the information indicating authorization in response to the response request signal, a controller performs at least one of unlocking or opening the door.
US10525934B1 Integrated silent vehicle alarm
A system and method for triggering a silent alarm notification in the event the vehicle occupant comes under attack and needs to discretely signal for help. The system includes an integrated silent vehicle alarm that is triggered by the vehicle occupant by entering a pre-programmed silent alarm sequence. The silent alarm sequence is entered using OEM-installed manually actuatable devices such as door or steering wheel switches located within the vehicle. These manually actuatable devices have dual functions: a primary vehicle related function (such as opening/closing a window) and a secondary function as input devices for the silent alarm sequence. In this way the silent alarm signal utilizes devices already present in the vehicle and requires no new installation or placement of new devices. The silent alarm notification is wirelessly sent to a remote facility for vehicle tracking and emergency response.
US10525932B2 Pretensioner, retractor and seat belt device
A pretensioner includes a driving wheel and a power transmission unit. A spool is rotatably disposed in the driving wheel. The spool winds a webbing. The power transmission unit transmits power to the driving wheel. The power transmission unit includes a resin-made long body and a passage of the resin-made long body. The resin-made long body rotates the driving wheel. The passage is formed in an outer circumference of the driving wheel. The passage includes a wall surface, a cover member and a stopper. The wall surface is disposed on one side surface of the driving wheel. The cover member is fixed in the wall surface from the other side surface of the driving wheel. The stopper stops a tip portion of the resin-made long body which has rotated the driving wheel. The stopper is configured by a fastening member connecting the cover member and the wall surface.
US10525931B2 Webbing take-up device
A serrated portion is formed on an outer peripheral portion of a lock base body of a lock base of a webbing take-up device. Furthermore, a flange portion is formed on the outer peripheral portion of the lock base body. The flange portion is disposed on a vehicle front side with respect to the serrated portion. Triangular grooves of the serrated portion are closed by the flange portion. When the lock base becomes displaced in a vehicle rearward direction and the flange portion comes into abutting contact with a leg plate of a frame, further displacement of the lock base in the vehicle rearward direction is blocked. Due to this, engagement between the serrated portion and ratchet teeth of a ratchet hole in the leg plate can be maintained.
US10525929B2 Seatbelt assembly
A seatbelt assembly and method of operating a seatbelt includes allowing webbing to slide between a lap portion and a torso portion through an unlocked weblock of a tongue assembly; and upon forces exerted by an occupant on the webbing, the weblock locking the webbing from movement between the lap and torso portions while increasing tension in the lap portion via the tongue assembly.
US10525926B2 Vehicle seat side air bag assembly
A seat assembly includes a base. The seat assembly includes an air bag supported by the base. The seat assembly includes a cover adjacent the base. The seat assembly includes a first plurality of ribs extending transversely from the cover and toward the base. The seat assembly includes a second plurality of ribs extending transversely from the base and toward the cover.
US10525923B2 Belt load modulation for vehicle front oblique impacts
A system includes a sensor, a controller, and a seatbelt retractor. The controller is programmed to receive a signal from the sensor indicating detection of a vehicle front oblique impact. The seatbelt retractor includes a load limiting mechanism selectively releasable from a high load mode to a low load mode. The controller is programmed to release the load limiting mechanism from the high load mode to the low load mode at a predetermined time in response to a signal from the sensor indicating a vehicle front oblique impact.
US10525920B2 Rear impact guard assembly for trailers
A semi-trailer has a rear impact guard including an elongated horizontal member that attaches to a trailer by a pair of vertical guards. The horizontal member may have a top surface, a bottom surface, and a leading edge from which a surface of the guard member extends rearward to the top or bottom surface. The rear impact guard may include a pair of gussets that extend from the vertical guards. Each gusset may include a main generally planar portion, a first stiffening flange perpendicular to the main portion, and a second stiffening flange perpendicular to the first stiffening flange.
US10525918B2 Deformation structure and pedestrian protection device having a deformation structure
A deformation structure has at least a first layer and a second layer, which are spaced apart from each other and displaceable relative to each other in the deformation direction or load direction. The first layer and the second layer have complementary protrusions and recesses, which are designed in such a way that the protrusions of the first layer can plunge into the recesses of the second layer and the protrusions of the second layer can plunge into the recesses of the first layer. The first layer and the second layer are connected to each other by deformable webs in such a way that, in the event of a high impulse in the deformation direction, the protrusions of the first layer plunge into the recesses of the second layer and the protrusions of the second layer plunge into the recesses of the first layer such that deformation of the deformation structure in the deformation direction occurs at a relatively low force level and, in the event of a low impulse in the deformation direction, the protrusions of the first layer hit the protrusions of the second layer such that further deformation of the deformation structure in the deformation direction occurs at a relatively high force level.
US10525917B2 Bumper cover retainers for bumper assemblies
A vehicle, front end assembly, and a method for creating a front end assembly including an upper bumper cover portion including an upper wall, a lower wall, and an exterior wall facing forward in a vehicle-longitudinal direction that extends between the upper wall and the lower wall and a bumper cover retainer that extends along a width of a rear edge of the upper wall, the bumper cover retainer having a sidewall engaging the upper wall of the upper bumper cover portion as the upper wall deflects rearward in the vehicle-longitudinal direction in response to a front impact to the upper bumper cover portion to inhibit movement of the upper wall rearward in the vehicle-longitudinal direction.
US10525913B2 Electronic control device
The present invention addresses the problems of: providing a power supply system that does not cause a microcontroller to reset even when an abnormality occurs in the output of a third power supply within a battery voltage range in which an electronic control device ensures operation; and achieving said power supply system at low cost. An electronic control device is provided with: a first power supply circuit that outputs a predetermined voltage; a second power supply circuit that is disposed downstream from the first power supply circuit and that outputs a predetermined voltage; and a third power supply circuit that is disposed downstream from the first power supply circuit and that outputs a predetermined voltage. The electronic control device is characterized by comprising a means that makes it possible to switch the circuit operation state of the third power supply circuit in accordance with the states of the first to third power supply circuits. The electronic control device is also characterized by comprising a means that makes it possible to switch the circuit operation state of the third power supply circuit using only a state detection signal that is generated from the state of the third power supply circuit.
US10525912B2 Capacitive proximity sensors of vehicle doors
Method and apparatus are disclosed for capacitive proximity sensors of vehicle doors. An example vehicle includes an outer surface layer, sheet metal for providing rigidity, a low dielectric layer, and a capacitive sensor. The capacitive sensor includes a receiving layer positioned between the outer surface layer and the low dielectric layer and the sheet metal that functions as a transmitting layer. The low dielectric layer separates the receiving layer and the sheet metal.
US10525910B2 System and method for detecting movement of an occupant seated in a vehicle
A system for detecting a motion of an occupant seated in a vehicle. The system includes a sensing electrode located proximate to the occupant and configured to transmit a signal representative of a current in the sensing electrode. The system also includes a receiver including a controller and coupled to an antenna. The receiver is configured to detect a change in the transmitted signal based on a presence of the occupant and a set detection condition, and generate detection information based on the set detection condition. The controller is configured to change a state of a vehicle component based on the generated detection information.
US10525906B2 Branch structure and wire harness
A branch structure in which a branch harness is connected to a trunk harness includes connecting terminals. The trunk harness includes a plurality of trunk lines which are parallel-arranged. The branch harness includes a plurality of branch lines. The connecting terminals are respectively connected to the plurality of the trunk lines so as to electrically connect the plurality of the branch lines to the plurality of the trunk lines respectively. The trunk lines include connecting parts recessed in a radial direction. The connecting parts are arranged along an arrangement direction of the plurality of the trunk lines. The connecting terminals respectively includes connecting plate parts connected to the connecting parts in surface contact.
US10525901B2 Automated vehicle protected and aerodynamically located sensors
A sensor mounting arrangement suitable for an autonomous or automated vehicle having an aerodynamic generally rounded or curved front perimeter surface symmetrically arranged relative to a longitudinal axis of the vehicle. The sensor is mounted so as to be tipped toward a more optimal sensing direction, bringing a leading portion outboard of, and a trailing portion inboard of, the ideal front perimeter surface, but putting the sensor in a more optimal sensing orientation. A transparent cover protects the sensor and blends aerodynamically into the front perimeter body surface.
US10525894B1 Beach caddy rack insert
The beach caddy rack insert is an accessory that increases the hauling capacity of a wagon or beach caddy. The beach caddy rack insert may be placed into the wagon and may be retained in place by side walls of the wagon. The beach caddy rack insert may comprise front and rear end sections separated by four detachable longitudinal braces. Cargo may be carried in the wagon by placing the cargo into the wagon between the front end section and the rear end section. Cargo that will not fit into the wagon may be carried by placing the cargo above the wagon on top of the front end section, the rear end section, and/or two of the longitudinal braces. Cargo carried above the wagon may optionally be lashed in place using one or four uprights provided for that purpose.
US10525888B1 Asymmetric sectioned convex mirrors
Asymmetric sectioned mirrors are presented. The mirrors include, for example, constant radius of curvature sections that are selected to increase the sizes and improve the definitions of images, for example images of children milling, walking and/or standing about either the front or alongside regions of a school bus. The mirrors may be asymmetric in either or both the horizontal and vertical directions. The mirrors may include a mounting system capable of using both ball mounts and tunnel mounts.
US10525885B2 Vehicle rear monitoring system
A vehicle rear monitoring system includes a camera that captures an image of an area to a rear of a vehicle, and a processing unit that processes the image captured by the camera. The processing unit creates a first vehicle rear image that is displayed in a first display area that is a portion of a display area of a display device, when traveling forward, and creates a second vehicle rear image that is displayed in a second display area that is within the display area of the display device and that is an area that includes the first display area and is larger than the first display area, when traveling backward.
US10525882B2 Vehicle collision avoidance
A monitoring area may be defined for a monitoring device attached to a first object, wherein the monitoring area moves with the monitoring device. The monitoring device may detect a second object in the monitoring area. A collision awareness factor may be determined in relation to the monitoring area, and a warning zone may be defined in relation to the monitoring area based on the collision awareness factor. A warning may be generated based on detecting the second object within the warning zone and based on the collision awareness factor.
US10525881B1 Wheel orientation warning system
A wheel orientation warning system and method to alert to a driver to turn front wheels toward a curb includes an electronic processor and a memory. The system includes a slope detector for detecting a slope of the vehicle and an arrangement for determining a presence of a curb adjacent a side of the vehicle. The system includes a transmission device for detecting when the vehicle is in a park mode. The electronic processor is configured to provide an alert to a driver to turn front wheels toward the curb when the vehicle is each of: disposed at a slope with an absolute value greater than a predetermined threshold, disposed adjacent the curb, and in the park mode. The system includes a dashboard display for providing messages and an indication to a driver when the wheels are turned toward the curb.
US10525880B2 Hearing impaired driver detection and assistance system
A method includes determining, with an on-board vehicle hardware system, if a hearing assistance device is in use within a vehicle. The method also includes providing a notification, through a vehicle infotainment system, when the hearing assistance device is in use. The notification provides a vehicle operator with a prompt for activating an external environment amplification system.
US10525876B2 External audio alert system and method for vehicular use
In embodiments of the present invention, an Alert Controller coupled to an Internal Digital Communication System (“IDCS”) of a vehicle monitors vehicle states based on messages received over the IDCS and generates audio alerts projected external to the vehicle based on the vehicle states. Multiple vehicle states may be defined, with each vehicle state associated with receipt of one or more types of messages in a particular sequence and/or within a particular timeframe. Different audio alerts may be assigned to different vehicle states. The audio alerts may be customizable such as by the vehicle manufacturer and/or vehicle owner/operator. An alert selection interface may be provided in the vehicle for user-selection of audio alerts.
US10525874B2 Structure for fixing sunroof lighting module
A structure for fixing a sunroof lighting module is formed by coupling a panel cover, a light guide, and a fixing clip. The structure for fixing the sunroof lighting module includes: a sunroof which is positioned at an opening of a roof of a vehicle; and a lighting module which is positioned on at least one end of the sunroof, in which the lighting module includes: an upper panel cover and a lower panel cover which are configured to surround a light source; and a light guide unit which is coupled to one end of the upper panel cover to face the light source, and the light guide unit includes: a light guide which is configured to transmit light emitted from the light source; and a fixing clip which is configured to fix the light guide and the upper panel cover.
US10525869B2 Locking device for containers
A locking device for containers on a vehicle chassis, having a housing, a plug-in pin which is mounted displaceably in the housing and/or a rotary pin which is mounted rotatably in the housing, wherein the plug-in pin and/or the rotary pin can be moved between an open position and a locked position. The invention was based on the problem of providing a locking device for containers which is triggered automatically by way of the loading operation. According to the invention, the problem is solved by the fact that a spring element which interacts with a triggering element acts on the plug-in pin or the rotary pin, wherein the triggering unit has at least one sensing bolt which protrudes out of the housing in the direction of a container fitting in the open position.
US10525863B2 Pick-up truck winch apparatus
A winch is mounted in a pick-up truck bed having a floor, sidewalls, and a front wall. The sidewalls each include at least one receptacle that are each adapted to receive a connector. A frame includes a beam that is held spaced from the floor and extends in a transverse direction across the truck bed. The beam may be arcuate or straight and is connected to right and left connectors on right and left ends of the beam. The connectors may be connected directly to the receptacles or may be connected through right and left rails to the receptacles. The winch is attached to a winch mounting plate provided on the beam and is used to facilitate loading and unloading objects.
US10525861B2 Leg support options for sleeper seats
A seating assembly includes a seat operably coupled with a seatback. A calf support is rotatably coupled with the seat. A first motor is proximate the calf support and rotates the calf support outward approximately 90 degrees from a design position to a deployed position. An extension telescopingly engages with the calf support. A second motor is operably coupled with the extension and is configured to move the extension outward.
US10525858B2 Deployable neck support disposed within an interior of a headrest
A headrest comprising an external surface surrounding an interior and a deployable neck support including: a non-deployed position wherein the deployable neck support is disposed in the interior; and a deployed position wherein the deployable neck support extends out of the interior and is configured to support a neck of an occupant of a seating assembly incorporating the headrest. The headrest includes a housing disposed in the interior. In the non-deployed position, the deployable neck support is housed within the housing. In the deployed position, a primary neck support section of the deployable neck support extends out of the housing. The deployable neck support can further include an inboard lateral neck support and an outboard lateral neck support, each having an enclosed position and an extended position. In the enclosed position, the inboard lateral neck support and outboard lateral neck support are housed within the primary neck support section.
US10525857B2 Vehicle seat
A vehicle seat including a frame-shaped seat frame, a seat pad, a separate member provided to the seat frame, and a seat cover covering the seat pad and the seat frame, wherein the seat pad includes a main body portion configured to be arranged to a seating side of the seat frame and a hooking portion protruding in a direction opposite to the seating side from an edge of the main body portion, wherein at least a portion of the separate member protrudes into the frame shape of the seat frame and is exposed from the hooking portion at a rear side of the seat frame, wherein an extending portion is provided to the hooking portion and protrudes into the frame shape of the seat frame at the rear side of the seat frame, and wherein the extending portion greatly protrudes into the frame shape of the seat frame as compared to the separate member and is arranged between the seat cover and the separate member.
US10525853B2 Apparatus for returning a stow strap to a retained access position
A method, apparatus, and system for retaining a stow strap is disclosed. The stow strap may be usable with a stowable automotive seat. A seat stowing mechanism may be housed at least partially within the inner portion of the seat. A stow strap may be interoperable with the seat stowing mechanism, wherein the stow strap passes from the inner seat to the outer rear seatback surface of the seat through an opening in the outer rear seatback of the seat. Pulling the stow strap imparts a force in a first direction on the seat stowing mechanism. A stow strap retaining mechanism may be spaced from the opening and may provide a reactive force in a return direction to return the stow strap toward the outer rear seatback surface when the stow strap is pulled away from the rear seatback surface.
US10525851B2 Seatback-seat linkage mechanism
A seatback-seat linkage mechanism includes two connecting rod assemblies and a seat. The connecting rod assemblies are connected between the seat and the seatback. The seat is mounted on the seat pipes and includes two seat supports, two rear pin support assemblies and two front pin support assemblies. Each of seat supports is provided with a first slide slot and a second slide slot. The rear and front pin support assemblies are mounted on the seat pipes in such a manner that the first pin portion of each of the rear pin support assemblies is inserted in the first slide slot, the second pin portion of each of the front pin assemblies is inserted in the second slide slot, so that, when the connecting rod assemblies drive the seat to move, the seat is able to reciprocate stably along the extending directions of the first and second slide slots.
US10525850B1 Automatic vehicle configuration based on sensor data
A vehicle receives sensor data that includes image data of frames that depict one or more individuals outside of the vehicle, and identifies, by analyzing the sensor data using one or more attribute recognition techniques, a set of attributes of an individual of the one or more individuals. The vehicle determines a set of scores indicating a set of likelihoods of a set of vehicle configurations being a preferred vehicle configuration for the individual, based on a data model performing a machine-learning-driven analysis of attribute data identifying the set of attributes, and/or location data identifying a location of the individual relative to the vehicle. The vehicle selects a particular vehicle configuration based on a score that indicates a likelihood of the particular vehicle configuration being the preferred vehicle configuration and provides an instruction to cause a vehicle component to implement the particular vehicle configuration by updating a configurable value.
US10525845B2 Electric vehicle charging station parking spot monitoring system
Method and apparatus are disclosed for electric vehicle charging station parking spot monitoring system. An example electric vehicle charging station includes a communication module, sensors, and a charge controller. The communication module communicatively couples to a vehicle parked in a parking spot associated with the charging station. The sensors monitor the parking spot. The charge controller receives identifying information and battery information from the vehicle parked in the parking spot, and when the vehicle is not eligible for charging, sends the identifying information of the vehicle to a parking enforcement authority.
US10525844B2 System and method for electric vehicle charging
A vehicle charging system may determine a charging schedule for an electric vehicle based on real-time cost information and a likelihood of communication errors related to charging commands. The vehicle charging system may determine a first cost to immediately charge the electric vehicle upon plug-in. The vehicle charging system may determine a second cost to delay charging the electric vehicle according to a charging schedule, the charging schedule including communicating charging commands with the vehicle at a later time. The vehicle charging system may determine a likelihood of communication errors related to the charging commands. The vehicle charging system may select a charging option of immediately charging the electric vehicle or delaying charging the electric vehicle based on the first cost, second cost, and the likelihood of communication errors.
US10525842B2 Land-based electric vehicle charging plug
A land-based electric vehicle charging plug has a plug base and a separate interface, which is secured to the plug base, wherein the plug base has an electrically non-conductive base body and at least one charging current base contact, which is fixedly anchored in the base body. The interface has an electrically non-conductive interface body and at least one corresponding charging current interface contact, which sits in a proximally accessible plug opening in the interface body.
US10525841B2 Gate driver with short circuit protection
A vehicle includes an electric machine configured to provide propulsive force to the vehicle, and a power inverter configured to supply power from a traction battery to the electric machine using a first and second switch configured as a half-bridge, wherein the first switch is controlled by a gate driver. The gate driver is configured to operate in a soft turn-off mode when a load current exceeds a threshold for a time period defined by a mask timer, operate in a fast turn-off mode when the load current is below the threshold, and in response to a turn-off request received prior to expiration of the mask timer after the load current exceeds the threshold, enable the soft turn-off mode.
US10525840B2 Fuel cell vehicle
A bracket has deformation resistant strength set to be overwhelmed by an input load applied to the bracket from a rearward side toward a forward side when a fuel cell vehicle collides with an object.
US10525836B2 Motor driving apparatus and electric vehicle
A motor driving apparatus incudes a driving circuit outputting a three-phase alternating current and a main controller, wherein the driving circuit comprises a U-phase electric driving circuit, a V-phase electric driving circuit, and a W-phase electric driving circuit, each of the electric driving circuits comprises n storage batteries and n corresponding electric driving, and wherein input ends of the n electric driving units are connected to the corresponding storage batteries and output ends of the n electric driving units are cascaded to output one phase of the three-phase alternating current. The main controller is connected to signal ends of the n electric driving units and determines an output voltage adjustment coefficient of each of the n electric driving units in the electric driving circuit based on voltages of the n storage batteries in the electric driving circuit, and outputs the output voltage adjustment coefficient to the corresponding electric driving unit.
US10525834B2 Vehicle charge control device to correct a state of charge
A vehicle charge control device includes a charge unit and a correction unit. The charge unit is configured to perform a charge operation for suppressing a deterioration in a battery by charging the battery until a charge end phase in which an acceptance current of the battery is smaller than a predetermined current value, the battery being mounted on a vehicle. The correction unit is configured to correct a charge rate of the battery based on a behavior of the acceptance current. In addition, the correction unit is configured to correct the charge rate based on the behavior in the charge end phase, in synchronization with the charge operation.
US10525830B2 Current collecting device and conductor line system
A current collecting device for an electrical load that can travel in a direction of travel along a conductor line, with at least two sliding contact pieces arranged on a rocker one after another in the direction of travel. The rocker is mounted on a rocker arm about a rotation axis extending perpendicularly to the travel direction, through which rocker arm the rocker can be moved towards a conductor for contact of the sliding contact pieces with an electrically conductive conductor strand of the conductor line. A conductor line system includes such a conductor line and at least one such electrical load. The current collecting device and conductor line system provide a reliable guiding of the current collecting device contact in the conductor strand of the conductor line, as well as reliable energy transmission.
US10525829B2 AWD transverse powertrain with rear wheel bias field
An AWD drivetrain is configured to primarily direct drive torque from a transversely-aligned powertrain assembly through an auxiliary power transfer unit to a rear driveline and selectively transmit drive torque to a front driveline via actuation of at least one power-operated clutch. The auxiliary power transfer unit includes an input component drivingly connected to the powertrain assembly, and an output component connected to the input component by a hypoid gearset The output component is operatively connected to the rear driveline and is configured to normally transfer the drive torque to the rear driveline.
US10525827B2 Control method of power train system
A control method of a power train system is provided. The control method of a power train system may include: a power output step and a power change step. The power change step may include: a shaft driving process of rotating a reverse input driving shaft separated from an axle shaft connected to the left and right wheels and installed in parallel to the axle shaft and a forward input driving shaft installed in parallel to the reverse input driving shaft; a clutch fixing process of fixing any one of reverse and forward clutch parts to the reverse or forward input driving shaft by supplying operation oil to the corresponding clutch part, wherein the reverse and forward clutch parts are installed on the reverse and forward input driving shafts, respectively, and each of the reverse and forward clutch parts includes a pair of clutch parts; and a changed power output process of transferring the changed power to the axle shaft through the reverse or forward clutch part fixed through the clutch fixing process.
US10525825B2 Vehicle having a vehicle tank and reinforcement for a vehicle tank
A reinforcement for a tank wall of a vehicle tank includes at least one reinforcing shield for flanking the tank wall, a shield support for supporting the reinforcing shield, and a clamping element. The shield support is axially secured in an axial direction on a clamping element. At least a portion of the reinforcing shield extends in a flank direction transverse to the axial direction.
US10525822B2 Venting nipple and tank device
A ventilation nipple configured to ventilate a tank component that is composed of a plastic material, a tank device that includes such a ventilation nipple, and a method for producing such a tank device. The ventilation nipple includes a ventilation opening and a flange body arranged in an annular manner around the ventilation opening. The flange body has a first annular collar and a second annular collar each configured for connection via a weld connection to the tank component. The first annular collar and the second annular collar are arranged coaxially with respect to each other and also with respect to the ventilation opening. The first annular collar and the second annular collar define an annular hollow space configured to receive a sealing agent and/or an adhesive between the first annular collar and the second annular collar.
US10525819B2 Active grille, scalable design
An active grille shutter arrangement having an assembled modular frame with a plurality of primary frame pieces formed by extrusion. Each one of the plurality of primary frame pieces has a first end, a second end and at least one key slot extending between the first end and the second end. Each of the plurality of frame pieces also includes a hollow bore extending through the each one of the plurality of primary frame pieces forming an aperture at the first end and an aperture at the second end. When the modular frame is assembled there is an upper frame portion and lower frame portion, both formed from one of the plurality of primary frame pieces. The arrangement also includes a number of alternate frame and vane pieces that allow several different active grille shapes and configurations to be formed.
US10525813B2 Hydraulic bearing and motor vehicle having such a hydraulic bearing
A hydraulic bearing has a cylindrical main housing, a load-bearing spring enclosed by the main housing, a work chamber, which is at least partially enclosed by the load-bearing spring, with a work chamber volume filled with hydraulic fluid. The hydraulic bearing further includes a control diaphragm, which is configured to change the work chamber volume, and an actuator. The actuator is coupled to the control diaphragm for deflecting the same. The hydraulic bearing also includes an equalization chamber and a throttle duct hydraulically interconnecting the work chamber and the equalization chamber, and a cylindrical chamber housing is arranged with a first end face on an outer casing side section of the main housing, wherein the equalization chamber is formed by at least a part of an interior of the chamber housing.
US10525803B2 Cover including a monolithic coating
A foldable tonneau system comprising: (a) a plurality of frames, each of the plurality of frames include a panel region and a hinge region; (b) a plurality of panels each connected to one or more of the plurality of frames via the panel region; (c) a plurality of hinges that extend between and into the hinge region of a first of the plurality of frames and the hinge region of a second of the plurality of frames and connect the first of the plurality of frames to the second of the plurality of frames so that two of the plurality of panels are movable relative to each other; and (d) a coating that covers all or a portion of the plurality of panels, all or portion of the plurality of frames, and a connection region where each of the plurality of panels connect to the one of the plurality of frames at the panel region so that fluid is prevented from entering the connection region.
US10525792B2 Vehicular air-conditioning device
Vehicular air-conditioning device capable of inhibiting liquid return and generation of noise in an accumulator on startup of a compressor, and improving reliability and comfort. A controller lets a refrigerant discharged from a compressor 2 radiate heat in a radiator 4, and decompresses the refrigerant from which the heat has been radiated, to let the refrigerant absorb heat in an outdoor heat exchanger 7, thereby heating a vehicle interior. On startup of the compressor 2, the controller continues an operation at a predetermined startup number of revolution for a predetermined time, and then raises a number of revolution of the compressor 2 to a predetermined target number of revolution at a predetermined rising speed, and changes the startup number of revolution of the compressor 2 so as to lower the startup number of revolution as the outdoor air temperature is higher, on the basis of an outdoor air temperature.
US10525791B2 Intelligent in-vehicle air-quality control
A mechanism is provided for controlling the internal air-quality of a vehicle. In-vehicle sensor data of a vehicle are acquired and the usage status of the vehicle is determined based on the acquired in-vehicle sensor data. Based on the acquired in-vehicle sensor data and the determined usage status, a changing trend of the in-vehicle air-quality is determined and responsive to the determined changing trend of the in-vehicle air-quality, a control system of the vehicle is signaled to control the usage status of the vehicle based on a control policy.
US10525790B2 Multi-planar air diverter
A climate control system for a vehicle comprises a housing and a diverter. The housing has a first conduit formed therein. The first conduit includes a first subconduit formed in an intermediate portion of the first conduit and a second subconduit disposed adjacent an end of the first subconduit. The diverter is rotatably disposed within the first conduit, and includes a first member having an outer edge and an offset edge. The outer edge is disposed on a first planar portion of the first member and configured to sealingly contact a wall of the first subconduit when the diverter is in a first position. The offset edge is disposed on a second planar portion of the first member and configured to sealingly contact a portion of the second subconduit when the diverter is in the first position.
US10525786B2 Battery temperature control device and battery temperature control system
A battery temperature control device comprises: a battery including a battery cell; and a thermally conductive member having one end portion thermally connected to the battery, wherein another end portion of the thermally conductive member is thermally connected to a fin of a condenser and/or an evaporator, and the fin of the condenser and/or the evaporator is disposed at a passage through which a fluid flows and the passage is brandied into a plurality of paths at a position downstream of the fin of the condenser and/or the evaporator in a direction of a flow of the fluid.
US10525784B2 Self-leveling mechanism and method for wheeled mobility device
A self-leveling mechanism for a mobility device, the mobility device including a chassis configured to propel the mobility device on a surface, includes a leveling structure on which is mounted a user support for supporting a user of the mobility device. The leveling structure is connected to the chassis by a swivel connection that enables the leveling structure to swivel about the connection, and by two linearly displaceable connections that are laterally displaced from one another. Two linear actuators are each configured to displace one of the displaceable connections to adjust a distance between each displaceable connection and the chassis. A sensor for senses a tilt of the leveling structure and a controller is configured to operate the linear actuators in accordance with the sensed tilt.
US10525777B2 Method for determining road surface condition
In a method for determining a road surface condition, the speed of calculation is improved by applying an appropriate path limitation. To further improve the accuracy of determination, a time-series waveform of tire vibration detected by an acceleration sensor is windowed at time width T by a windowing means, and time-series waveforms of tire vibration in the respective time windows are extracted before feature vectors Xi of the respective time windows are calculated. Then kernel functions KA (X, Y) are calculated from the feature vectors Xi for the respective time windows and road surface feature vectors Yi, which are feature vectors for the respective time windows calculated from time-series waveforms of tire vibration having been determined in advance for distinctive road surface conditions. In doing so, the kernel functions are calculated after weighting respective paths by weighting parameters ω (i, j) using a time-series waveform length corresponding value in the time-series waveform of tire vibration as measured and a previously determined time-series waveform length corresponding value in the time-series waveform of tire vibration.
US10525767B2 Wheel for vehicle
A wheel for vehicle 1 is provided with a disc 10 and a rim 20 and has a braking device 30 housed therein. An annular flange portion 41 protruded inward from a bead seat portion 22 in a radial direction of the wheel 1 is disposed at an end of the rim 20 on a side opposite to the disc 10. The flange portion 41 has an inclined surface 41a on a side opposite to the disc 10. The flange portion 41 is inclined toward the disc 10 in a direction toward a central axis L of the wheel 1. The inclined surface 41a acts to reduce air resistance at the wheel 1 while the vehicle is running and guides a portion of an underfloor airflow to an inner space of the wheel 1 to secure an amount of air for cooling the braking device 30.
US10525761B2 Knock type pen
A knock type pen includes a body in which a lead and a spring which provides an elastic force to the lead are received, and a knock section which is coupled to a rear end of the body and includes a knock body and a rotary cam to push the lead out of a tip of the body or receive the lead inside, wherein the knock type pen includes a cutout groove which extends in one direction along an axial direction of the body, a slit hole which extends along a downward direction from an upper end of the cutout groove, an insert hole which is formed in a direction perpendicular to the slit hole from the upper end of the cutout groove, and a locking section which moves up and down along the slit hole.
US10525760B1 Marker pen with angularly adjustable tip
A marker pen that allows a user to mark, write, or draw on hard to reach surfaces is disclosed herein. The marker pen includes an angularly displaceable tip to allow a user to mark, write or draw at various angles with respect to the body the marker pen. The angular displacement of tip is facilitated by a tip holder, which facilities the coupling between the tip and body of marker pen. The tip holder includes a first case, second case, and rotational shaft passing through concentric openings formed on first and second case. The tip is snugly fit onto a rotational shaft that allows it to be moved between a predetermined angular range.
US10525758B2 Security element, value document comprising such a security element, and method for producing such a security element
A security element (1) for a security paper, value document or the like, having a carrier (8) which has an areal region (3) which is divided into a multiplicity of pixels (4) which respectively includes at least one optically active facet (5), whereby the majority of the pixels (4) respectively have several of the optically active facets (5) of identical orientation per pixel (4), and the facets (5) are so oriented that the areal region (3) is perceptible to a viewer as an area that protrudes and/or recedes relative to its actual spatial form.
US10525757B2 Thermal transfer sheet, coating liquid for colorant layer, method for manufacturing thermal transfer sheet, and image forming method
The purpose of the present invention is to provide a thermal transfer sheet which can prevent a kick and a scumming, and can form a photographic tone color image of high quality with a continuous tone image by sublimation transfer, while expanding the range of choices for colorants to be included in a colorant layer; a coating liquid for colorant layer to be used for forming the colorant layer of this thermal transfer sheet; a method for manufacturing this thermal transfer sheet; and image forming method employing this thermal transfer sheet. The problem is solved by a thermal transfer sheet (1) in which at least a colorant layer (3) is layered on a substrate sheet (2), wherein the colorant layer (3) contains a predetermined solvent, a colorant (10x) dispersible in the predetermined solvent, a dispersant, and a binder resin, and the dispersant being one or more selected from the group consisting of polyether-based dispersants, graft type polymer dispersants, acryl-based block type polymer dispersants, urethane-based polymer dispersants and azo-based dispersants.
US10525748B2 Unit attaching structure and printing device
A unit attaching structure configured to attach a unit to an attachment part of a printing device. The attachment part has a bottom wall and a side wall intersecting with the bottom wall. When the unit starts contacting a pressing plate, the unit contacts a contacting part which is a part of a particular end part of the pressing plate on a side opposite to the bottom wall and shifted in the third direction with respect to a position of center of load of gravity of the urging member to the pressing plate. The unit moves with contacting the pressing plate and is attached to the attachment part after contacting the contacting part. A contacting range, in the third direction, of the unit and the contacting part is smaller than a contacting range, in the third direction, of the unit attached to the attachment part and the pressing part.
US10525746B2 Recording apparatus
A recording apparatus includes a paper discharging tray constituted of a first tray and a second tray which are capable of being displaced along a medium discharging direction, the paper discharging tray can be stored in the recording apparatus, a motor which drives the paper discharging tray and a transmission unit which transmits power of the motor to the paper discharging tray includes a first gear which comes into contact with the first tray and transmits the power of the motor to the first tray and a second gear which comes into contact with the second tray and transmits the power of the motor to the second tray.
US10525744B1 System and method for de-skewing substrates and laterally registering the substrates with a print zone in a printer
A printer uses at least two centrally positioned single nip de-skew, lateral registration, and process direction registration devices to remove skew, laterally register, and register in the process direction substrates moving along a media transport path. The single nip de-skew, lateral registration, and process direction registration devices include a fixed roller having a low coefficient of friction and a length longer than a rotating wheel that forms a nip with the fixed roller having a high coefficient of friction to enable an actuator to move the rotating wheel along the fixed roller to laterally register and de-skew substrates.
US10525743B2 Printer
A printer includes: a holding member configured to hold a roll of paper; an elastic member configured to support the holding member so that the holding member is slidable in a vertical direction; a first detection unit configured to detect a position of the holding member; and a second detection unit that detects a near-end of the roll of paper based on a detection result by the first detection unit.
US10525740B2 Roll medium transport apparatus, printing apparatus, and setting method for roll medium
A roll medium transport apparatus includes a feed roll medium support unit that feeds a roll medium, a takeup roll medium support unit that winds up the roll medium that has been fed, a position acquiring unit that acquires a position of a side end portion of the roll medium that is to be fed, a radiating unit capable of radiating light with a position of the side end portion being used as a reference point. The radiating unit is held by the feed roll medium support unit and allows the light to be radiated to a takeup roll that winds up the roll medium.
US10525736B2 Recording apparatus
A smaller recording apparatus is provided, and includes a transport device that transports a print target medium using an endless transport belt placed around a plurality of rollers, an inkjet head that performs a recording on a medium on the endless transport belt, and a cleaning unit that cleans the endless transport belt. The cleaning unit includes a cleaner, making contact with the endless transport belt in a width direction thereof, so as to clean the endless transport belt with a cleaning liquid; a cleaning liquid tank, storing the cleaning liquid and includes at least a part of the cleaner; and a moving mechanism, supporting the cleaner and the cleaning liquid tank, and moving the cleaner in a horizontal direction between a contact position where the cleaner makes contact with the endless transport belt and a separated position where the cleaner is separated from the endless transport belt.
US10525733B2 Ink jet printing method and ink jet printing apparatus
An ink jet printing method includes attaching an ink composition to a cloth by using a printer head which has a nozzle discharging the ink composition, a pressure chamber for imparting pressure to the ink composition to cause the nozzle to discharge the ink composition, and a connection portion connecting the pressure chamber and the nozzle, and in which a distance of the connection portion is 500 μm or more, the distance of the connection portion being from a portion of the pressure chamber where the ink flows out from a pressure chamber to the nozzle side to the nozzle, in which the ink composition includes the resin as a solid content in the amount of 10% by mass to 26% by mass with respect to the ink composition, the ratio of the total content of the organic solvent to the total content of the solid content of the resin is 0.3 or more, and a sum of the total content of the solid content of the resin and the total content of the organic solvent is 37% by mass or less with respect to the ink composition.
US10525731B2 Image aware laser diode array shutter for reduced incident energy on DMD chip set
A laser imaging system and method. In an example embodiment, one or more laser diode arrays are associated with a digital micro-mirror device. A shutter-like device can be positioned upstream in the light path of the laser diode array (or arrays) such that the shutter-like device diverts energy out of the laser imaging system and away from the digital micro-mirror device during periods of extended non-imaging. A homogenizer module can be provided wherein the shutter-like device is located.
US10525728B2 Printing apparatus and printing method
A recording head has two or more first nozzle rows from which an ink droplet of a first color is discharged, two or more second nozzle rows from which an ink droplet of a second color is discharged, and two or more third nozzle rows from which an ink droplet of a third color is discharged. In a plurality of nozzle rows from which an ink droplet is discharged on the same line along the relative movement direction, a distance between the first nozzle row and the second nozzle row in the relative movement direction is fixed, and a plurality of distances are present regarding a distance between the first nozzle row and the third nozzle row in the relative movement direction. Concerning an amount-of-ink upper limit that is an upper limit of an amount of ink that is dischargeable per unit area of the print substrate, first printing in which an amount-of-ink upper limit for a combination of the first nozzle row and the third nozzle row is smaller than an amount-of-ink upper limit for a combination of the first nozzle row and the second nozzle row is performed.
US10525716B1 Apparatus and method for sharing information between digital dispense devices connected to a network
A system tracks the fluid information in fluid cartridges used in digital dispense devices connected to a network. Each device stores a history of cartridges that have been used in the device. Each cartridge stores a fluid information value and/or an indicator that indicates whether the cartridge has been used before in any device. When a device receives a previously-used cartridge, the device broadcasts a request for information about that cartridge from the other devices. Each device having the matching cartridge identification value in its history reports over the network the latest fluid information value associated with the matching cartridge identification value. The requesting device chooses the most up-to-date response based on the latest value of fluid information. The requesting device then updates its memory using the latest value and begins incrementing the information from that latest information for subsequent fluid dispense jobs performed using the installed cartridge.
US10525715B2 Liquid cartridge including memory mounted on substrate
There is provided a liquid cartridge configured to be inserted into an attachment portion of a printing device in an insertion direction crossing a gravitational direction and attached to the attachment portion in an upright posture. The liquid cartridge includes a liquid chamber storing liquid therein, a liquid passage extending forward in the insertion direction from the liquid chamber, a substrate, a contact and a memory electrically connected to the contact. The substrate has a first surface and a second surface opposite to each other. The first surface includes: a first region facing upward; and a second region lower than the first region in the upright posture. The contact is formed on the first region and is electrically connectable to a contact of the printing device. The memory is mounted on the substrate at a position lower than the contact of the cartridge in the upright posture.
US10525713B2 Aerosol control in a printer
In one example, an inkjet web printer includes: an arched printing unit and an aerosol control system. The printing unit has a series of printheads arranged along an arc and multiple rollers to support a print substrate web along the arc through a print zone adjacent to each printhead. The aerosol control system has a vacuum duct through which air may be sucked away from the web leaving a print zone adjacent to one of the printheads and a pressure duct through which air may be blown on to the web leaving the print zone. The pressure duct is positioned downstream from the vacuum duct and configured to blow air diagonally upstream directly on to the web at the same location the vacuum duct is to suck air away from the web.
US10525712B2 Mist extraction system for inkjet printhead
A printer includes: a platen having an ink-collection slot extending across its width; a wick bar received in the ink-collection slot, wherein an upstream gap and a downstream gap are defined at either side of the wick bar relative to a media feed direction; a printhead positioned over the wick bar; and a vacuum chamber in fluid communication with the ink-collection slot. The wick bar has a wick surface sloped upwards from the upstream gap towards the downstream gap.
US10525709B2 Nozzle plate, liquid ejecting head, and liquid ejecting apparatus
A nozzle plate includes a nozzle open to one surface of the nozzle plate to eject ink, and a diamond-like carbon (DLC) layer disposed adjacent to the one surface. The DLC layer has surface irregularities including recesses and protrusions. The protrusions adjoining one another have ends to be in contact with the ink. The ends are located at mutually different positions in a direction intersecting the one surface.
US10525706B2 Inkjet recording apparatus and inkjet recording method
An inkjet recording apparatus and an inkjet recording method which enable changing a droplet amount without changing a droplet speed of an ink discharged from the same nozzle, and including an inkjet head which expands and contracts a capacity of a pressure chamber by applying a driving signal to an actuator and a driving circuit which applies the driving signal to the actuator, the driving signal including a first expansion pulse which starts from a reference potential and expands the capacity of the pressure chamber, a first contraction pulse which contracts the capacity of the pressure chamber to discharge the ink from the nozzle, a second expansion pulse which expands the capacity of the pressure chamber, and a second contraction pulse which contracts the capacity of the pressure chamber and returns to the reference potential in the mentioned order, the driving circuit being configured to enable discharging different droplet amounts of the ink from the same nozzle by changing a potential difference between a start edge and an end edge of the first contraction pulse.
US10525702B2 Composite substrate that prevents flexible print circuit board from peeling off from drive interconnect substrate
A composite substrate has a first substrate having a surface; a second substrate having a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface in a thickness direction and facing the surface of the first substrate with a gap therebetween, the second substrate extending in a longitudinal direction perpendicular to the thickness direction, the second substrate having first and second ends in the longitudinal direction, and a driver circuit being provided on the first surface; a flexible print circuit board has a portion bonded a position on the first substrate between the first end and the driver circuit, the bonding region being defined on the first surface, and a support member positioned between the surface of the first substrate and the second surface of the second substrate, the support member overlapping all of the bonding region, as viewed in the thickness direction.
US10525697B2 Inspection system having a plurality of detection zones
An inspection system has a plurality of detection regions. The plurality of these detection regions of the inspection system are arranged to jointly inspect a printed sheet which has a plurality of printed regions. A first detection region is arranged to inspect a first printed region of the printed sheet and a second detection region is arranged to inspect a second printed region of the same printed sheet. A first measurement technology sensitivity is set for the first detection region and a second measurement technology sensitivity is set for the second detection region in the inspection system. The first measurement technology sensitivity and the second measurement technology sensitivity are set to be different from one another. The first measurement technology sensitivity and the second measurement technology sensitivity are set in each case either manually, by the use of an operating element, or automatically by the use of a program.
US10525696B2 Lithographic printing plate precursor, lithographic printing plate manufacturing method, printing method and aluminum support manufacturing method
A lithographic printing plate precursor, a lithographic printing plate manufacturing method, a printing method and an aluminum support manufacturing method enable the resulting lithographic printing plate to have a long tiny dot press life. The lithographic printing plate precursor includes an aluminum support and an image recording layer. When measured over a 400 μm×400 μm region of a surface of the aluminum support on the image recording layer side using a three-dimensional non-contact roughness tester, pits with a depth from centerline of at least 0.70 μm are present at a density of at least 3,000 pits/mm2. A surface area ratio ΔS is not less than 35%, where ΔS is determined using an actual area Sx obtained, through three-point approximation, from three-dimensional data acquired by measurement at 512×512 points in 25 μm square of the surface of the aluminum support on the image recording layer side.
US10525694B2 System for preparing three-dimensional (3D) objects for surface printing
A printing system treats the surface of three-dimensional objects to be printed to improve the printing of the articles of manufacture. The system includes a surface treatment module that is positioned to part of the printing process and to treat the object surfaces prior to the surfaces being printed. The treatment of the surfaces within the module include operating an abrasive device to remove material from an object surface and to apply solvent to the object surface to clean the surface.
US10525693B2 Extrusion device of three-dimensional printer and cooling mechanism and cooling method thereof
An extrusion device of a three-dimensional printer comprises a housing, a nozzle, a ratchet, an idler and a cooling mechanism. The nozzle is connected with the housing, the ratchet is disposed in the housing, and the idler is disposed adjacent to the ratchet. A thermofusible material is jointly held by the ratchet and the idler, and is guided to be extruded through the nozzle. The cooling mechanism comprises an air pump and an air pipe. The air pipe is partially disposed in the housing and connected with the air pump for guiding the air extracted by the air pump to flow into the housing through the air pipe, thereby reducing an environment temperature inside the housing. Therefore, by disposing the air-guiding cooling mechanism, the advantages of enhancing the cooling effect and the printing quality are achieved.
US10525688B2 Laser-produced porous surface
The present invention disclosed a method of producing a three-dimensional porous tissue in-growth structure. The method includes the steps of depositing a first layer of metal powder and scanning the first layer of metal powder with a laser beam to form a portion of a plurality of predetermined unit cells. Depositing at least one additional layer of metal powder onto a previous layer and repeating the step of scanning a laser beam for at least one of the additional layers in order to continuing forming the predetermined unit cells. The method further includes continuing the depositing and scanning steps to form a medical implant.
US10525687B2 Dual pressure sensitive adhesive sheet for instore signage
A tandem system of metering and donor rolls is used to apply two different adhesives to a fully adhesive backed multilayer sheet to produce variably distributed adhesives and properties. Each of the two adhesives is unique and is cured differently to create a layer of adhesive that has differing adhesive properties on the sheet. A clear adhesive is applied to a top portion of cards before they are cut from the sheet and has a higher tackiness than the adhesive applied to the rest of the cards on the sheet in order to reduce glue buildup on blades cutting the cards from the sheet.
US10525686B2 Filter apparatus having a housing and filter media inside the housing
A filter apparatus includes: a housing having an inlet for supplying sewage or waste water into the housing, and an outlet for discharging purified water from the housing; and filter media arranged inside the housing. Each of the filter media includes: a porous substrate; a nanofiber web laminated on both surfaces of the porous substrate; and a fuse reinforcement material interposed between the nanofiber web and the porous substrate. The porous substrate is surrounded by the nanofiber web except for an upper edge of the porous substrate to form a protruding portion. The apparatus further includes: a discharge pipe connected to the outlet and including a fixing portion fixed to the protruding portion of the porous substrate and a connection tube connected to the fixing portion and connected to the outlet; and a pump connected to the outlet for pumping the purified water out of the housing.
US10525684B2 Energy harvesting systems for providing autonomous electrical power to mobile devices
A system is provided that integrates an autonomous energy harvesting capacity in a mobile device in an aesthetically neutral manner. A unique set of structural features combine to implement a hidden energy harvesting system on a surface of the mobile device body structure or casing to provide electrical power to the mobile device, and/or to individually electrically-powered components in the mobile device. Color-matched, image-matched and/or texture-matched optical layers are formed over energy harvesting components, including photovoltaic energy collecting components. Optical layers are tuned to scatter selectable wavelengths of electromagnetic energy back in an incident direction while allowing remaining wavelengths of electromagnetic energy to pass through the layers to the energy collecting components below. The layers appear opaque when observed from a light incident side, while allowing at least 50%, and as much as 80+%, of the energy impinging on the energy or incident side to pass through the layer.
US10525682B2 Adhesive resin compositions and laminates using the same
Provided is adhesive resin compositions comprising (A) 30 to 70% by mass of an acid-modified polypropylene-based resin; (B) 20 to 60% by mass of a polypropylene-based resin; and (C) 2 to 20% by mass of a copolymer of ethylene and one or more kinds of comonomers selected from the group consisting of vinyl acetate, alkyl methacrylate, and alkyl acrylate, with the proviso that the sum of the percentages of the above component (A), the above component (B), and the above component (C) is 100% by mass.
US10525678B2 Shrink film for label
A shrink film comprising a core layer comprising a glycol modified polyester, the core having an upper and lower surface; an upper skin layer disposed on the upper surface of the core layer and a lower skin layer disposed on the lower surface of the core layer, the skin layers each individually comprising (a) a resin material; and (b) an antiblocking agent.
US10525677B2 Interlayer for laminated glass, and laminated glass
An interlayer film for laminated glass that has a one-layer structure or a two or more layer-structure includes a first layer containing a thermoplastic resin, wherein the first layer has a glass transition temperature of 10° C. or lower, and wherein the interlayer film has an equivalent stiffness of 2.4 MPa or greater at 25° C.
US10525673B2 Composite pane with a capacitive switching zone
A composite pane with a capacitive switching zone includes a substrate, a first intermediate layer areally bonded to the substrate, a second intermediate layer areally bonded to the first intermediate layer, and a cover pane areally bonded to the second intermediate layer. A carrier film with an electrically conductive layer is arranged between the first and second intermediate layers. A capacitive switching zone is electrically isolated from the electrically conductive layer by a coating-free separating line, the capacitive switching zone has a contact zone, a supply line zone, and a connection zone; the supply line zone electrically connects the contact zone to the connection zone, and the connection zone is electrically connectable to sensor electronics. The surface capacitance between the contact zone and the outside surface of the substrate is greater than the surface capacitance between the contact zone and the outside surface of the cover pane.
US10525668B2 Pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet
A pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet includes a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer and a substrate layer configured to support the pressure-sensitive adhesive agent layer. The pressure-sensitive adhesive layer has a storage modulus of 250 kPa or less at 23° C. The substrate layer has an elastic modulus of 1680 N/cm to 3000 N/cm both inclusive. The pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet shows a deviation amount less than 1.0 mm. The amount is the deviation amount of the pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet per 250 gf/cm2 of the sheet in a holding ability test at 80° C. after one hour from a time when the test is started.
US10525665B2 Method of preparing a meltblown fiber web
A waved meltblown fiber web of the present invention relates to a fiber web prepared by a meltblown method and is characterized by a preparation method in which a meltblown microfiber comes in contact with collection portions having different surface velocities so as to be collected. The waved meltblown fiber web of the present invention is characterized in that: a part of meltblown microfibers reaches a low velocity collection portion so as to be horizontally layered, thereby forming a horizontal fiber layer (10); another part of the meltblown microfibers reaches a high velocity collection portion of which the surface velocity is greater that of the low velocity collection portion so as to form a serpentine vertical fiber layer (20); and the upper end of the vertical fiber layer (20) becomes entangled so as to form a wave shaped wave layer (30) forming the uppermost portion of the fiber web.
US10525663B2 Foam insulation with improved low temperature properties
A polyisocyanurate foam insulation product is produced from an isocyanate component, a polyol-containing component, and a blowing agent. The polyol-containing component comprises one or more polyols, a fire retardant, and one or more surfactants, and the polyisocyanurate foam insulation product has an R-value per inch of at least 5.7 when measured at 40° F. In some formulations, the polylol-containing component may include a fire retardant, a metallo-organic compound, or combinations thereof. The cell size of the foam may be less than 120 microns. The polyol-containing component may include a mixture of polyols having different functionalities.
US10525657B2 Gas permeable window and method of fabricating the same
A gas permeable glass window, suitable for use with liquid interface additive manufacturing, has an optically transparent glass article greater than about 0.5 millimeters in thickness defining a first surface and a second surface. A plurality of gas channels are disposed through the article from the first surface to the second surface. The gas channels occupy less than about 1.0% of a surface area of the article and are configured such that the article has a gas permeability between about 10 barrers and about 2000 barrers.
US10525655B2 Composite material for a pharmaceutical packaging, method for the production thereof, and use of the composite material
A composite material for a pharmaceutical packaging is provided that includes a substrate and a protective layer. The substrate has a contact region in contact with the protective layer. The contact region includes a contact area between the substrate and the protective layer and a region of the substrate close to the surface. The substrate is made of glass or of a cyclic olefin polymer or a cyclic olefin copolymer, while the protective layer is made of ceramic material. The substrate in the contact region is different from the substrate outside the contact region.
US10525652B2 Machine and method for producing cardboard tubes
Method for producing cardboard tubes by winding a plurality of ribbons (U, L) onto a spindle (1), a preset number of the ribbons (U, L) being glued in correspondence of the lower or radial inner surface thereof, characterized in that a predetermined amount of supplementary quick setting glue is applied on the lower surface of the last ribbon (U) destined to be wound on the spindle (1), in proximity to at least a longitudinal edge (BU) of the ribbon (U) forming a corresponding stripe of quick setting glue (G) astride of a section (ST) of the same ribbon interested or intersected by a subsequent cutting action executed downstream of the spindle (1).
US10525647B2 Servo press machine, motor using servo press machine, and method of assembling and detaching motor
Provided is a servo press machine having a configuration that allows miniaturization of the servo press machine, and a motor using the same. A servo press machine includes a servomotor, a crankshaft rotated by driving of the servomotor, a connecting rod connected to an eccentric portion of the crankshaft, and a slide connected to the connecting rod, wherein two connecting rods are connected to the crankshaft, the servomotor is an axial gap motor, a rotor of the axial gap motor is assembled with the crankshaft between the two connecting rods, and a stator of the axial gap motor is fixed to a crown in which the crankshaft is housed.
US10525645B2 Method for manufacturing functional plastic lens and polarizing plastic lens
In manufacturing a functional plastic lens by loading a functional sheet S having a difference in the accuracy of bending in directions, into a mold 50 and by performing insert molding to integrally mold a lens body with the functional sheet S, a direction in which the accuracy of the bending to the functional sheet S is high is made to be a reference axis A, and the functional sheet S is loaded into the mold 50 to inhibit a filling direction of resin and the reference axis A from being orthogonal to each other. With this arrangement, the functional plastic lens having high quality is provided.
US10525643B2 Methods for making foam laminates having a concave surface and laminates produced thereby
Disclosed are methods for making foam laminates having a concave surface. The methods include: (a) placing the foam sheet-containing sandwich structure in a mold; and (b) shaping the laminate in the mold to form the foam laminate having a concave surface. In the methods, the foam sheet is a slice from a foam bun in which a foaming reaction occurs such that the foam rises in a direction away from a base, such that one major surface of the sheet is a foam rise direction facing surface and the opposed major surface of the sheet is a base facing surface, and prior to placing the foam laminate in the mold, the foam sheet is oriented so that the shaping forms the foam laminate having the concave surface wherein the foam rise direction facing surface of the foam sheet faces the concave surface of the foam laminate. Also disclosed are automotive headliners and hoodliners made thereby.
US10525642B2 Method for infusing resin into a composite laminate
A preform is infused with a resin to form a composite laminate. The preform is placed between a mold and a vacuum bag. An offset tool is placed to permit the vacuum bag to lift away from a surface of the preform in a controlled amount. A charge of the resin is injected between the vacuum bag and the preform to lift the vacuum bag off the surface of the preform and move the vacuum bag toward the offset tool, so that the resin occupies a volume between the vacuum bag and the preform. The preform is infused with the resin by applying a super-atmospheric pressure to an outer surface of the vacuum bag to transport the resin from the volume between the vacuum bag and the preform into a volume within the preform. The resin in the preform is cured, forming the composite laminate.
US10525641B2 Composite structures, forming apparatuses and related systems and methods
Apparatuses for forming a composite structure are configured to provide a tension at least partially along at least one ply of material as the at least one ply of material is supplied from a material feed assembly to a tool.
US10525640B2 Composite structures including an elongated member exhibiting a curved shape
A composite structure is provided. The structure includes at least one ply of preimpregnated material formed into a curved elongated member of continuous fibers onto a mandrel. The fibers have a select orientation. The curved elongated member has a length and a cross-sectional geometry that varies along the length.
US10525639B2 Method and apparatus for fabrication of lattice composite fuselage for commercial aircraft employing steered fiber lay up
A system for fabrication of an aerospace structure incorporates a mold having a surface and at least one unidirectional SFL head adapted to lay down a plurality of collimated tows in a predetermined laminated pattern on the mold surface to produce a fuselage skin. At least one cross plied laminate SFL head is adapted to lay down a cross plied laminate base interface on the fuselage skin to establish a lattice rib shape for each of a plurality of lattice ribs. The cross plied laminate SFL head has a band placement head steerable to avoid structural design features and to maintain spacing from adjacent steered lattice ribs. The unidirectional SFL head is further adapted to lay down a plurality of collimated tows on the base interface of each of the plurality of lattice ribs for a first plurality of unidirectional tow plies in each lattice rib. The unidirectional SFL head has a fiber placement head steerable to match the lattice rib shape to avoid structural design features and to maintain spacing from adjacent steered lattice ribs.
US10525635B2 Systems and methods for creating feedstock lines for additive manufacturing of an object
A system for creating a feedstock line for additive manufacturing of an object comprises a prepreg-tow supply, a prepreg-tow separator, an optical-direction-modifier supply, a combiner, and at least one heater. The prepreg-tow supply dispenses a precursor prepreg tow, comprising elongate filaments and resin. The prepreg-tow separator separates the precursor prepreg tow into individual elongate filaments at least partially covered with the resin. The optical-direction-modifier supply dispenses optical direction modifiers to the elongate filaments. When electromagnetic radiation strikes the outer surface of the optical direction modifiers, at least a portion of the electromagnetic radiation departs the outer surface at an angle. The combiner combines the elongate filaments and the optical direction modifiers into a derivative prepreg tow. At least the one heater heats the resin to cause wet-out of the optical direction modifiers and the elongate filaments in the derivative prepreg tow by the resin.
US10525632B2 Systems, devices, and methods for precision locating and assembly of additively manufactured components
Methods, systems, and devices for precision locating additively manufactured components for assembly and/or post processing manufacturing are provided for herein. In some embodiments, at least one component can be additively manufactured to include one or more kinematic features on one or more surfaces of the component. The kinematic feature(s) can be configured to engage complementary kinematic feature(s) formed in a second component so the two components can form an assembly. Alternatively, the kinematic feature(s) can be configured to engage complementary kinematic feature(s) associated with a post-processing machine such that the one or more post-processing actions can be performed on the component after the component is precisely located with respect to the machine by way of the kinematic features of the component and associated with the machine. A variety of systems and methods that utilize kinematic features are also provided.
US10525628B2 Systems and methods for controlling support structures in manufacturing
Systems and methods for controlling support structures in manufacturing are provided. In particular, the present disclosure provides systems and methods for characterizing the support volume in the design phase based on a perimeter length of a boundary with undercut, projected along a build direction, referred to as a projected undercut perimeter (PUP). By constraining this PUP, the amount of support structures in resulting designs are effectively controlled. By constraining overhang able based PUP, the resulting designs can self support.
US10525627B2 Method and apparatus for making form-in-place hollow gaskets
An apparatus for making hollow, form-in-place gaskets is disclosed. The apparatus includes a nozzle and a forming surface. The nozzle comprises an extrusion orifice for extruding a gasket onto the forming surface. The apparatus further includes means for the nozzle to separately communicate with an air supply and a liquid elastomer supply. The nozzle configuration maintains the separation between the supplied air and the supplied liquid elastomer proximate to the extrusion orifice.
US10525624B2 Heating element for a flow channel or a mould impression and injection-moulding nozzle with such a heating element
A heating element for flow channel heating or for heating a mould impression and an injection-moulding nozzle incorporating the heating element are disclosed. The heating element has a carrier element which carries a heating conductor with first and second connection pins, and a connection device with an electrical connection cable with first and second conductors. The first and second connection pins end in an insulator. The insulator is arranged at least in certain portions in a receiving sleeve of the connection device, and the receiving sleeve points with a first end in the direction of the carrier element, is fixed with the first end on the carrier element and fixes the insulator in relation to the carrier element. A first crimping sleeve is fixed on the first connection pin and the first conductor, and a second crimping sleeve is fixed on the second connection pin and the second conductor.
US10525622B2 Pillar garnish manufacturing method
A main body portion is disposed at a regular position by inserting a protrusion into an engaging portion formed in a leg portion of the main body portion in accordance with a forward movement of a sliding mold including the protrusion. Then, an injection molding mold is completely closed to cause at least a part of a mold surface of the sliding mold to come into contact with the main body portion.
US10525619B2 Method of installing a heat tube on pre-insulated piping
A method is shown for installing a heat tube on a section of pre-insulated piping. A metal carrier pipe is covered with a first layer of foam insulation. Next, a routing device is used to cut a longitudinal slot along the length of the pipe so that the pipe exterior surface is exposed from the insulation. A heat tube is then installed within the longitudinal slot, whereby the heat tube contacts the exterior surface of the metal carrier pipe. A second layer of foam insulation is then sprayed onto the exterior of the metal carrier pipe, covering the previously formed longitudinal slot and installed heat tube. A polyolefin coating is then applied over the insulation to form a protective outer jacket for the insulated pipe.
US10525617B2 Tooling device for making a plastic film component
A tooling device for making a plastic film component. The tooling device includes a molding tool having a molding part, a receptacle, an opening and closing device, and at least one covering device having a covering surface and guide arrangement. The molding part and the receptacle are movable relative to each other between a closed and an open position. Relative movement between the molding part and the receptacle to the closed position is transmitted to the covering device to move it from an exposed position, in which the covering surface is spaced from an inner surface of the molding part, to a covered position, in which the covering surface covers a covered section of molding part's inner surface.
US10525615B2 Water regulated temperature controlled resin drying
Apparatus and method for drying thermoplastic resin prior to molding into plastic parts comprises a continuous loop liquid circuit for furnishing liquid at a prescribed temperature to a mold in which the plastic parts are fabricated; a continuous loop air circuit for passing heated dry air through a hopper containing the thermoplastic resin thereby drying the thermoplastic resin to a prescribed level of dryness; and a coupling thermally connecting the two circuits for heat transfer from the liquid to the drying air; the liquid is selected from the group comprising water and ethylene glycol; microprocessor control facilitates generation and retention of custom water temperature and resin dryness/temperature optionally based on machine learning principles.
US10525610B2 Adjustable punch body assembly
An adjustable punch body assembly and method of adjusting a punch body assembly that includes a punch body that has a driver engagement end and an opposite cutting end, and a longitudinal inner bore the extends between the driver engagement and cutting ends. The driver engagement end includes a first adjustable engagement. A driver is configured to adjustably couple to the punch body. The driver includes a base that has a second adjustable engagement corresponding to the first adjustable engagement of the punch body to establish an axial position of the driver with respect to the punch body on a longitudinal axis thereof. A stem extends from the base for mating with a punch head. A locking mechanism is provided at the driver engagement end of the punch body for locking the axial position of the driver.
US10525606B2 Knife structure allowing rapid and safe replacement, and secure positioning, of blade, and knife handle structure thereof
A knife structure allowing rapid and safe replacement, and secure positioning of, a blade disposed along with its handle structure; wherein the knife structure includes the blade, an engaging and pushing plate, and an engaging and positioning base; a first connecting member is fixed to the engaging and pushing plate and is movably engaged in the blade and the engaging and positioning base; an engaging block is fixed to the engaging and positioning base and is movably engaged in the blade and the engaging and pushing plate; and the first connecting member is locked to the engaging and positioning base upon assembly of the knife structure. Once unlocked via a pushing and unlocking key, the first connecting member can be used to push the engaging and pushing plate and the blade simultaneously, allowing the blade to be pushed out of engagement with the engaging block and then detached for replacement.
US10525605B2 Cutting device
A cutting device is disclosed. The cutting device has a body member, a cutting member that is removably attachable to the body member, and a cover member that is movably disposed on the body member, the cover member including a protrusion. The body member has a recess configured to receive the protrusion. The recess includes a first portion extending in a first direction and a second portion extending in a second direction that is different from the first direction.
US10525603B2 Method and apparatus for exchanging nozzles and tips for a fluid dispensing system
A method and apparatus for attaching a nozzle to a fluid dispensing system and a tip to the nozzle. In one illustrative example, the fluid dispensing system may be moved by a robotic device towards a nozzle retaining structure having nozzle retaining areas holding nozzles. A nozzle may be selected for use based on a nozzle identifier element corresponding to each of the nozzles. The robotic device may move the fluid dispensing system to the nozzle selected to attach the fluid dispensing system to the nozzle selected. Further, the fluid dispensing system may be moved by a robotic device towards a tip retaining structure having tip retaining areas holding tips. A tip may be selected for use based on a tip identifier element corresponding to each of the tips. The robotic device may move the fluid dispensing system to the tip selected to attach the nozzle to the tip selected.
US10525602B2 Automation component or clamping device having a piston
An automation component or clamping device includes a basic housing, at least one jaw movably guided in a jaw guide of the basic housing, and a piston movably guided in the basic housing, wherein the piston has a piston surface, wherein the piston is coupled in terms of movement to the jaw, and wherein a piston rod extending on the piston transversely with respect to the piston surface, wherein the centroid of the piston surface is spaced apart from the central longitudinal axis of the piston rod.
US10525600B2 Robotic system with haptic cutting tool
Robotic system includes a control system and a slave device which is controlled by the control system. The slave device has a robotic grasping device formed of a rigid base and at least one finger which is movable to facilitate grasping of objects. At least one sensor is provided which senses a force applied to the finger. A cutting tool having a cutting jaw is also attached to the base. The cutting jaw is arranged to pivot on a pivot axis responsive to a pivot motion of the finger. The forces exerted on the cutting jaw are sensed with the sensor during a first predetermined range of finger motion associated with a cutting mode of operation.
US10525597B2 Robot and robot system
A robot includes an instruction receiving unit that receives a calibration initiation instruction, and an arm that changes a positional relationship between a marker which indicates a reference point and a capturing unit when the calibration initiation instruction is received, in which the calibration of a coordinate system of the capturing unit and a coordinate system of the robot is performed on the basis of an image in which the marker is captured by the capturing unit after the positional relationship between the capturing unit and the marker changes.
US10525596B2 Teleoperated robot for flood-welding operations
A remote controlled, tele-operated welder includes a multi-axis robot arm, video cameras, sensors a specialized control station that allows an operator to perform flood-fill welding operations at a remote location to avoid the heat, smoke and other environmental effects produced through typical flood-welding operations. The operator accesses the control unit (OCU) using a GUI and mouse, keyboard, joystick, or other custom controls, and observe the piece via the cameras (visual, thermal, or other) placed in the welding station via a feed displayed on the OCU display(s). Audio, video, and/or tactile feedback may be provided to indicate arm, welder, or other system status, for collision warning and arm motion singularity avoidance. Augmented reality informational graphic/textual overlays may provide guidance to an operator, and the apparatus may further include the ability to repeat series of steps needed to handle flood-weld on a given piece, repeatedly across many pieces.
US10525595B2 Methods, apparatus, computer programs, and non-transitory computer readable storage mediums for controlling at least one of a first robot and a second robot to collaborate within a system
A method of controlling at least one of a first robot and a second robot to collaborate within a system, the first robot and the second robot being physically separate to one another, the method including: receiving sensed data associated with the second robot; determining position and/or orientation of the second robot using the received sensed data; determining an action for the second robot using the determined position and/or orientation of the second robot; and providing a control signal to the second robot to cause the second robot to perform the determined action to collaborate with the first robot.
US10525591B1 Robotic network system with dynamic multi-objective task allocation
A dynamic multi-objective task allocation system within robotic networks that assigns tasks in real-time as they are detected, the system including a sensing device that detects a trigger event, the trigger event being associated with a task to be performed, and transmits a broadcast signal to a designated robotic network, the robotic network including one or more robots, the broadcast signal including information associated with the task to be performed, the trigger event, the task to be performed, and a location where the task is to be performed; and a distribution robot that receives broadcast signal from the sensing device, assigns itself a self-score associated with performing the task, transmits, to one or more receiving robots within the robotic network, a request for submission of an assessment score of each one of the one or more robots, and determines which robot is assigned to perform the task.
US10525585B2 Robot fixing system and robot
A robot fixing system includes a base member having a front surface in which an insertion hole is formed; a power transmission member configured to supply a rotational driving force to a movable part, which is supported on the base member in a rotatable manner about a first axis of rotation, by rotating about a second axis of rotation while opposing the front surface, a through hole being formed in the power transmission member to extend parallel to the second axis of rotation in a penetrating manner at a position separated from the second axis of rotation by a distance equal to a distance from the second axis of rotation to the insertion hole; and a fixing pin configured to be simultaneously inserted into the through hole and the insertion hole.
US10525582B2 Power tool
A power tool includes a housing, a power output element for outputting power, a motor for driving the power output element to output power, and a surface light source device for providing illumination. The surface light source device is mounted on the housing and the surface light source device includes a light exit surface allowing the surface light source device to emit light.
US10525581B2 Housing cover for a hand-held power tool
A hand-held power tool includes an electric motor, a housing, and a housing cover. The housing includes an opening located in the vicinity of carbon brushes of the electric motor, such that the carbon brushes can be removed through the opening in the housing. The housing cover includes air inlets through which cooling air can flow into the interior of the housing. The opening in the housing is detachably closed by the housing cover.
US10525576B1 Nail holder assembly for a hammer
Disclosed is a hammer assembly includes a hammer with a head portion and a handle portion with a cavity, and a nail holder assembly that includes a holder component and a sliding component, wherein the nail holder assembly is configured to be removably stored in the cavity of the handle portion of the hammer.