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US10739822B2	Blower and docking device comprising blower According to an embodiment of the disclosure, a docking device to mount an electronic device may include a blowing device to generate and output wind, and a stand device to support the blowing device. The blowing device may include a front cover, which includes a main body at least partially making contact with the electronic device, a guard that surrounds the main body and is spaced apart from the main body by a specific distance, and a plurality of through holes that are disposed at a rim of the main body, a rear cover coupled to the front cover to slide on the stand device based on physical force applied onto the front cover, and a fan interposed between the front cover and the rear cover.
US10739821B1	Expansion apparatus for handheld electronic device An expansion apparatus applied to a handheld electronic device is disclosed. The expansion apparatus includes a first part and a second part. The first part includes a fixing base and a connector. The fixing base includes an accommodation space to accommodate the handheld electronic device. The connector is disposed on a side surface of the accommodation space for electrically connecting the handheld electronic device. The second part is pivotally connected to the first part to cover the accommodation space. The second part includes a screen and a vibration device. The screen faces the fixing base. The screen and the vibration device are electrically connected to the connector.
US10739818B2	Electronic device and method for driving the same An electronic device includes a flexible display panel, an input sensing panel, and a control module which controls the flexible display panel and the input sensing panel. The flexible display panel includes a display surface extending in a second direction and a rear surface disposed opposite to the display surface in a thickness direction. The input sensing panel includes a first portion disposed on the display surface, a second portion extending from the first portion and disposed on the rear surface, and a third portion extending from the first portion, disposed on the rear surface, and spaced apart from the second portion on the rear surface.
US10739816B2	Housing, method of manufacturing the same, and electronic device including the same A method for manufacturing a housing, comprising: laminating a first deposition layer on a preform; laminating an intermediate layer on the first deposition layer; laminating a second deposition layer on the intermediate layer; applying a color paint layer on the second deposition layer; delaminating at least some of the color paint layer and the second deposition layer to form at least one delaminated area; and forming a printing layer in the delaminated area, wherein the first deposition layer is visible through at least some areas of the printing layer.
US10739815B2	Display device A display device includes a display panel configured to be bent or unbent, a first sensor disposed on a first surface of the display panel and configured to sense a bending direction and a deformation rate of the display device, and a second sensor disposed on a second surface of the display panel and configured to sense the bending direction and the deformation rate of the display device.
US10739814B2	Time-synchronizing a group of nodes Systems and methods include receiving, values of one or more first external time variables from a first external node and values of one or more second external time variables from a second external node. The values of one or more local time variables of the local node are adjusted based at least upon the values of the one or more first external time variables and the values of the one or more second external time variables.
US10739809B2	Pedal assembly for a vehicle An automotive vehicle includes a body having a passenger compartment and at least one pedal box for controlling vehicle acceleration or braking. The pedal box is movably coupled to an interior structural point disposed within the passenger compartment and movable between first and second positions with respect to the structural point. At least one pedal, actuatable by an occupant, is coupled to the pedal box. The vehicle additionally includes an actuator operably coupled to the pedal box and configured to selectively move the pedal box between the first position and the second position. The vehicle further includes at least one controller. The controller is configured to, in response to satisfaction of a first operating condition, control the actuator to move the pedal box to the first position, and, in response to satisfaction of a second operating condition, control the actuator to move the pedal box to the second position.
US10739808B2	Reference voltage generator and bias voltage generator The reference voltage generator includes an output terminal, first to fourth resistors, first to fourth transistors, and a diode unit. The first transistor is coupled to the second transistor. The first resistor is coupled between the second transistor and a second reference voltage terminal. The first resistor is also coupled to the first transistor. One terminal of the diode unit is coupled to the output terminal, and the other terminal of the diode unit is coupled to the second and third resistors. The second and third resistors are also coupled to the first and second transistors, respectively. The third transistor is coupled between the fourth resistor and the second reference voltage terminal, and includes a control terminal coupled to the second transistor. The fourth transistor is coupled between a first reference voltage terminal and the diode unit. The fourth transistor is also coupled to the fourth resistor.
US10739806B2	Method for determining a maximum possible power of a PV installation, and PV installation A method for determining a currently maximum possible power of a photovoltaic (PV) installation operated in a curtailed manner and including a PV generator having at least one string, wherein the at least one string includes a series circuit of PV modules, in which at least one PV module is connected to adjacent PV modules in the string via a coupling circuit. The installation further includes an inverter which is connected, on the output side, to an energy supply grid and is connected, on the input side, to the PV generator. The installation also includes a controller for controlling the inverter and the coupling circuit, wherein the controller, in conjunction with the coupling circuit, is designed to vary a power drain of the PV module assigned to it relative to a power drain of the adjacent PV modules during operation of the PV installation.
US10739805B2	Wireless load control system A wireless load control system for controlling one or more electrical loads comprises a wireless control device (e.g., a gateway device) able to obtain a present time from a server via a network (e.g., the Internet), control the electrical loads according to a timeclock schedule, and disable the timeclock schedule if the present time is not able to be obtained from the server via the network. The wireless control device may also be able to obtain the present time from a digital message received from an external device (e.g., a smart phone or a tablet device) via the network. The wireless control device may be configured to receive a control signal indicating a power outage (e.g., from a battery backup device), and to operate in a low-power mode in response to receiving the control signal indicating the power outage.
US10739804B2	Voltage regulator efficiency-aware global-minimum energy tracking Various embodiments of the invention may be used to find a combination of voltage and frequency that results in a minimum amount of energy consumption in a digital system, including energy consumed by the system's voltage regulator (VR). The process may involve finding a separate point of minimum energy consumption for each of several different modes of the VR, where a mode is the ratio of Vin to Vout for that VR. The smallest value of those points may then be selected as the overall minimum. The process for making this determination may be performed in situ while the device is in operation, and may encompass changes in operational temperature, load, and process variations.
US10739802B2	Low dropout voltage regulator, a supply voltage circuit and a method for generating a clean supply voltage A low dropout, LDO, voltage regulator comprising: an LDO input configured to receive an input voltage signal; an LDO output configured to output an output voltage signal; an error amplifying circuit, which is configured to receive a reference signal and a feedback signal associated with the output voltage signal, the error amplifying circuit being further configured to output an error signal; an output stage, which is configured to receive the error signal and output a control signal; and an output device, which is connected to the LDO input and configured to provide the output voltage signal and which is controlled by the control signal for regulating the output voltage signal; wherein the output stage is connected to the input voltage for receiving an adaptive bias current.
US10739795B2	Deterministic feedback blender Methods and systems for high precision, continuous blending of mixtures, and particularly mixtures having at least two distinct chemical components, are disclosed. More particularly, the disclosed methods and systems provide high precision, continuous blending of buffered oxide etch mixtures containing water, ammonium fluoride, and hydrofluoric acid.
US10739793B2	UAV with selective operational control during holding A unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) includes a body with plurality of motors, a motor controlling circuit, a microprocessor for controlling the flight state of the UAV, a plurality of motion sensors, and a capacitive touch sensor incorporated into a battery. When the user grasps the UAV by the battery, the touch sensor is activated and the microprocessor alters the flight state of the UAV.
US10739790B2	Control method to damp quadrotor slung payload mode A quadrotor or other vertical lift aerial vehicle measures an angle of a payload slung from the quadrotor relative to a body of the quadrotor. Using this measurement a signal may be generated that adjusts a flight characteristic of the quadrotor to counteract swing in the payload. A feedback function for generating the feedback signal may include proportional and derivative gain functions as well as non-linear signal processing functions. The feedback signal may be added to normal input control signals to cause acceleration in the direction of the payload angle that damp oscillation of the slung payload caused by wind or movements of the quadrotor.
US10739789B2	System and methods for automatically landing aircraft The present disclosure is directed to autonomous control systems and methods for navigating an aircraft relative to a movable object. The autonomous control system may comprise: a first one or more sensors to track the movable object in a local coordinate frame; a second one or more sensors to track the aircraft in the local coordinate frame; and a flight control system having a processor that is operatively coupled with the first one or more sensors and the second one or more sensors, the flight control system configured to provide pitch, roll, and yaw commands to the aircraft. The processor may be configured to identify a perch point at a predetermined distance relative to the movable object in the local coordinate frame. The perch point may be fixed relative to the movable object. The processor may be configured to navigate, via the flight control system, the aircraft to the perch point as a function of the speed, the position, or the heading of the movable object.
US10739787B2	Responsibilities and agreement acceptance for vehicle platooning The systems and methods described herein generally relate to semi-autonomous driving in a vehicular platoon. The lead vehicle initiates the platoon and identifies one or more trailing vehicle positions. Formation information is transmitted to at least one platoon-capable vehicle. A request for joining the platoon is received from the at least one platoon-capable vehicle, the request including acceptance of an agreement from the at least one platoon-capable vehicle, the agreement including lead vehicle responsibilities and trailing vehicle responsibilities. The lead vehicle then controls the platoon based on the lead vehicle responsibilities and delegates control based on the trailing vehicle responsibilities.
US10739782B2	Systems and methods for navigating lane merges and lane splits Systems and methods are provided for navigating an autonomous vehicle. In one implementation, a system includes a processing device programmed to receive a plurality of images representative of an environment of the host vehicle. The environment includes a road on which the host vehicle is traveling. The at least one processing device is further programmed to analyze the images to identify a target vehicle traveling in a lane of the road different from a lane in which the host vehicle is traveling; analyze the images to identify a lane mark associated with the lane in which the target vehicle is traveling; detect lane mark characteristics of the identified lane mark; use the detected lane mark characteristics to determine a type of the identified lane mark; determine a characteristic of the target vehicle; and determine a navigational action for the host vehicle based on the determined lane mark type and the determined characteristic of the target vehicle.
US10739781B2	Cliff detection method, apparatus, and terminal device The present disclosure provides a method, apparatus, and terminal device for cliff detection. The method includes: obtaining a detection distance matrix of distances between a camera of a target robot and a ground within a preset detection angle range collected by the camera; obtaining a difference matrix obtained by subtracting a theoretical distance matrix from the detection distance matrix; counting an amount of elements in the difference matrix being greater than a preset first threshold; and determining a cliff is detected if the counted amount of the elements is greater than a preset second threshold. Through the overall consideration of the distance matrix of the distances within the detection angle range, even if a certain part of the ground changes its external conditions such as the color depth and the lightness, the influences on the overall detection result is extremely limited, which makes the detection result more accurate and reliable.
US10739780B1	Detecting street parked vehicles Aspects of the disclosure relate to an autonomous vehicle that may detected other nearby vehicles and identify them as parked or unparked. This identification may be based on visual indicia displayed by the detected vehicles as well as traffic control factors relating to the detected vehicles. Detected vehicles that are in a known parking spot may automatically be identified as parked. In addition, detected vehicles that satisfy conditions that are indications of being parked may also be identified as parked. The autonomous vehicle may then base its control strategy on whether or not a vehicle has been identified as parked or not.
US10739777B2	Trajectory representation in behavior prediction systems Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on a computer storage medium, for generating a representation of a trajectory of a target agent in an environment. In one aspect, the representation of the trajectory of the target agent in the environment is a concatenation of a plurality of channels, where each channel is represented as a two-dimensional array of data values. Each position in each channel corresponds to a respective spatial position in the environment, and corresponding positions in different channels correspond to the same spatial position in the environment. The channels include a time channel and a respective motion channel corresponding to each motion parameter in a predetermined set of motion parameters.
US10739772B2	Two wheel in-line robots A novel robotic platform is presented with the characteristics of only two wheels establishing a stable and unstable axis. Stability of the unstable axis is provided by controlling the steering while driving in the direction of the stable axis. Stability while stopped is provided by setting one or both of the wheels oblique to the stable axis and controlling the traction angle of the wheels. High control authority is thus provided while standing and while underway without sensitivity to the driving surface.
US10739771B2	Multiple motor control system for navigating a marine vessel A control system for navigating a marine vessel employs at least a first motor and a second motor. The control system is configured to communicate with the first and second motors. The control system is configured to receive a position measurement and an orientation measurement for the marine vessel. The control system is further configured to generate at least one control signal for the first motor based on the position measurement and at least one control signal for the second motor based on the orientation measurement.
US10739770B2	Autonomously-controlled inspection platform with model-based active adaptive data collection Modifying a motion plan for an autonomously-operated inspection platform (AIP) includes obtaining sensor data for an industrial asset area of interest, analyzing the obtained sensor data during execution of an initial motion plan to determine if modification of the initial motion plan is required. If modification is required then performing a pose estimation on a first group of potential targets and a second group of potential targets, optimizing the results of the pose estimation to determine a modification to the initial motion plan, performing reactive planning to the initial motion plan to include the modification, the reactive planning providing a modified motion plan that includes a series of waypoints defining a modified path, and autonomously controlling motion of the AIP along the modified path. The analysis, pose estimation, optimization, and reactive planning occurring during movement of the AIP along a motion plan. A system and computer-readable medium are disclosed.
US10739768B2	Smoothed and regularized Fischer-Burmeister solver for embedded real-time constrained optimal control problems in autonomous systems A system including a controller configured to, in each sampling period, minimize a distance of the autonomous vehicle from a target path by solving a constrained control problem, input sensor values and estimators that are calculated based on the sensor values and dynamic models and record the sensor values and the estimators in a memory of the controller, incorporate the sensor values and the estimators into conditions for minimizing the distance of the autonomous vehicle from the target path associated with the constrained control problem, map the conditions for minimizing the distance of the autonomous vehicle from the target path to a non-smooth system using Fischer-Burmeister function, smooth the non-smooth system and apply Newton method iterations to the smoothed system in order to converge on a solution, and issue commands including a steering command that control actuators of the autonomous vehicle based on the solution.
US10739765B2	Method for enriching data in measurement data records of a low-voltage network A method for enriching data in measurement data records of a low-voltage network, wherein a measurement data record contains at least one measured value and an item of structureless information relating to the network node from which the data record comes, such that meanings can be at least partially assigned to measurement data without the assistance of people, where arriving measurement data records, in particular asynchronously arriving measurement data records, from a plurality of network nodes is stored in a data memory in a time sequence for each network node, time sequences are subjected to a mathematical analysis via automatic data processing, and the result of the analysis is added to a measurement data record as at least one semantic comment.
US10739761B2	Scalable edge compute in a distributed control environment Various systems and methods may be used to implement a software defined industrial system. For example, an edge control node of the industrial system may include a system on a chip including a microcontroller (MCU) to convert IO data. The system on a chip includes a central processing unit (CPU) in an initial inactive state to receive an activation signal from, for example, an orchestration server, and change to an activated state in response to receiving the activation signal.
US10739758B2	Model-free online recursive optimization method for batch process based on variable period decomposition The present invention discloses a model-free online recursive optimization method for a batch process based on variable period decomposition. Variable operation data closely related to product quality is acquired, optimization action on each subset is integrated on the basis of time domain variable division on the process by utilizing a data driving method and a global optimization strategy is formed, based on which an online recursive error correction optimization strategy is implemented. According to the method, the online optimization strategy is formed completely based on the operation data of the batch process without needing prior knowledge or a model of a process mechanism. Meanwhile, the optimized operation locus line has better adaptability by using the online recursive correction strategy, and thus the anti-interference requirement of the actual industrial production is better met.
US10739753B2	Numerical controller having reduced waiting time for interference avoidance The numerical controller determines a possibility of interference between a tool and an obstacle on a workpiece and, based on the determination result, switches the end point position of the rising motion of the tool in command data to a retreat position from a rising edge or stops the movements of X/Y axes by a next command block until rising motion of a press axis of the machine tool by the command data is completed. In this way, wasteful deceleration is prevented from occurring when interference between the tool and the obstacle is avoided during machining.
US10739752B2	Computer system and method for causality analysis using hybrid first-principles and inferential model Computer-based methods and system perform root-cause analysis on an industrial process. A processor executes a hybrid first-principles and inferential model to generate KPIs for the industrial process using uploaded process data as variables. The processor selects a subset of the KPIs to represent an event occurring in the industrial process, and divides the selected data into time series. The system and methods select time intervals from the time series based on data variability and perform a cross-correlation between the loaded process variables and the selected time intervals, resulting in a cross-correlation score for each loaded process variable. Precursor candidates from the loaded process variables are selected based on the cross-correlation scores, and a strength of correlation score is obtained for each precursor candidate. The methods and system select root-cause variables from the selected precursor candidates based on the strength of correlation scores, and analyze the root-cause of the event.
US10739744B2	Automated determination of a parameterization of an evaluation method A method for automatically determining a parameterization of an evaluation method via a computer includes generating a comparison data set and storing reference data in the generated comparison data set, stipulating a parameterization with which identification of particular partial data items of reference data items stored in the comparison data set is influenceable via the evaluation method, such that a relative number of partial data items identified during the evaluation in relation to all the reference data items stored in the generated comparison data set is quantitatively smaller than a predetermined threshold value, preferably smaller than 10%, preferably smaller than 5%, particularly preferably smaller than 1%, and providing the determined parameterization for performing the evaluation method to identify particular partial data items of the data set of the industrial plant.
US10739743B2	Methods and systems for the industrial internet of things The system generally includes a switch in the local data collection system having multiple inputs and multiple outputs including a first input connected to the first sensor and a second input connected to the second sensor. The multiple outputs include a first output and a second output configured to be switchable between a condition in which the first output is configured to switch between delivery of the first sensor signal and the second sensor signal and a condition in which there is simultaneous delivery of the first sensor signal from the first output and the second sensor signal from the second output. Each of multiple inputs is configured to be individually assigned to any of the multiple outputs. The local data collection system is configured to manage data collection bands.
US10739742B2	Building energy system with stochastic model predictive control A building energy system includes equipment and an asset allocator configured to determine an optimal allocation of energy loads across the equipment over a prediction horizon. The asset allocator generates several potential scenarios and generates an individual cost function for each potential scenario. Each potential scenario includes a predicted load required by the building and predicted prices for input resources. Each individual cost function includes a cost of purchasing the input resources from utility suppliers. The asset allocator generates a resource balance constraint and solves an optimization problem to determine the optimal allocation of the energy loads across the equipment. Solving the optimization problem includes optimizing an overall cost function that includes a weighted sum of individual cost functions for each potential scenario subject to the resource balance constraint for each potential scenario. The asset allocator controls the equipment to achieve the optimal allocation of energy loads.
US10739738B2	Method and apparatus for managing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning A method for managing an air conditioner is provided. The method includes determining a power consumption pattern of the air conditioner while controlling the air conditioner, based on at least one power consumption factor, calculating a threshold value of power consumption according to an operating time of the air conditioner based on distribution information of the determined power consumption pattern, determining whether a current power consumption is within a threshold value range of the calculated threshold value of power consumption, and generating and transmitting a signal to a manager server if the current power consumption is not within the threshold value range.
US10739733B1	Interactive environmental controller Sensor information is received. Based at least in part on at least one state detected using the sensor information, an expected value for automatically performing an action associated with a device controlled by a device controller system is evaluated as compared to an expected value for potentially performing, subject to a user interactive qualification, the action associated with the device controlled by the device controller. It is determined that the expected value of automatically performing the action is insufficient to trigger automatically performing the action without being subject to the user interactive qualification. A confirmatory indication is identified. Based at least in part on the confirmatory indication, an instruction is sent to the device to perform the action.
US10739731B2	Electronic timepiece, display control method and storage medium An electronic timepiece, including: a counter; a display section; a first processor; a second processor; and a power supply section which supplies electric power to each section from a battery, wherein when an output voltage from the power supply section decreases to less than a predetermined first reference voltage, the first processor stops a display operation by the display section, when the time information is acquired by the processing operation of the second processor, the first processor corrects the time counted by the counter based on the acquired time information and causes the display section to display the corrected time, and when the output voltage decreases to less than the first reference voltage following an acquisition operation of the time information by the second processor, the first processor does not stop a time display operation during a predetermined pending period.
US10739728B2	Molecular clock A molecular clock which utilizes a rotational spectrum of gaseous molecules in a sub-THz region for clock stabilization is described. The molecular clock has a fast start-up characteristic and is also robust against mechanical vibration or variation of electromagnetic field. Also described is a chip-scale implementation of a molecular clock. In an embodiment, a molecular clock chipset only consumes a DC power of 66 mW. While providing a highly stable, compact and energy efficient time generator of portable devices.
US10739727B2	Watch with double watch-surface and method for disassembling same A watch having a double watch-surface and a method for disassembling the double watch-surface are provided. The watch includes a casing, in which an abutting ring portion is convexly provided; a first watch-surface which is placed on the top of the abutting ring portion; a second watch-surface which is placed at the bottom of the abutting ring portion; an snapping ring, the inner ring of which is annularly provided with a pressing portion and a groove; and a transparent cover engaged onto the groove. The two snapping rings are respectively engaged with the top surface and the bottom surface of the casing. The snapping ring is disposed on the abutting ring portion through the plural engaging protrusions. The pressing portion is pressed against the first and second watch-surfaces. Through the adjusting and snapping assembly, effect of engaging and fixing the two snapping rings to the casing can be achieved.
US10739726B2	Audio management for holographic objects Synchronizing of perceived sound with a moving holographic object. When a holographic object is generated in a first position, an autonomous aerial vehicle (AAV) is positioned such that a speaker coupled to the AAV generates sound perceived to come from the holographic object in the first position. When the holographic object is generated in a second position, flight of the AAV is utilized to synchronize the AAV with the holographic object such that the sound generated from the speaker is perceived to come from the holographic object in the second position.
US10739719B2	Photoconductor refreshing cycles A photoconductive layer in an image forming apparatus is refreshed. A first refreshing cycle is performed, including applying, at a first refresh unit, a first refresh voltage to the photoconductive layer and applying, at a second refresh unit, a second refresh voltage to the photoconductive layer. A second refreshing cycle is performed, including applying, at the first refresh unit, a third refresh voltage to the photoconductive layer, the third refresh voltage being higher than the first refresh voltage and higher than the second refresh voltage. Each of the first and second refreshing cycles electrically bias the photoconductive layer to a refresh polarity opposite to a print polarity applied during a print routine of the image forming apparatus.
US10739718B2	Image forming apparatus In a case where a total value of the number of images to be formed specified by an input job and a count value of a counter before the number of images to be formed according to the job is counted is included in a predetermined range including a predetermined number of images, a cleaning mechanism is caused to operate after formation of images according to the job is completed, and a cleaning process is executed.
US10739708B2	Guide and end guide provided in fixing device, and methods of manufacturing guide and end guide There is provided a guide incorporated in a fixing device including a belt configured to circularly move in a moving direction. The guide includes: a guide portion elongated in a longitudinal direction orthogonal to the moving direction; a first gate mark; and a second gate mark arranged spaced apart from the first gate mark in the longitudinal direction. The guide portion includes a resin and a plurality of elongated-shaped fillers dispersed in the resin. The guide portion has a guide surface configured to guide movement of the belt in the moving direction, a peripheral surface of the belt being configured to contact the guide surface.
US10739706B2	Electrical discharge surface treatment A transfer surface of an intermediate transfer member is treated using an electrical discharge surface treatment. The intermediate transfer member is comprised in a printing apparatus.
US10739705B2	Method and apparatus of decorating a metallic container by digital printing to a transfer blanket An apparatus and methods of decorating a metallic container are provided. More specifically, the present invention relates to apparatus and methods used to provide a decoration or indicia on a predetermined portion of an outer surface of a metallic container body. The decorator includes at least one digital print unit, a transfer blanket, and a support element. The digital print unit transfers a decorating material to the transfer blanket to form a decoration on the transfer blanket. The support element then moves a metallic container into contact with the transfer blanket. In this manner, the decorating material is transferred to an exterior surface portion of the metallic container to decorate the metallic container. In one embodiment, the digital print unit is an electrophotographic system which transfers a toner material to the transfer blanket. In another embodiment, the digital print unit includes an inkjet print head which transfers an ink to the transfer blanket. Optionally, the decorator may include two or more support elements.
US10739696B2	Developing cartridge having electrode A developing cartridge includes a casing, a rotating member, and an electrode member. The casing may be configured to accommodate therein developer. The rotating member has a rotational shaft extending in an axial direction. The rotating member is configured to rotate about the rotational shaft and carries the developer thereon. The electrode member is configured to be electrically connected to the rotating member. The electrode member covers at least part of the rotational shaft from an orthogonal direction orthogonal to the axial direction and is arranged to confront the casing in the axial direction. The electrode member is configured to move in the orthogonal direction in accordance with a movement in the axial direction.
US10739693B2	Image forming apparatus having optical print head Provided are a first seating face and a second seating face, to which a lower side of a holding member of an optical print head being moved from an exposure position toward a retracted position by a movement mechanism strikes in the direction of movement thereof. A light emission face of a lens array of the holding member that has abutted the first seating face and second seating face is thereby positioned on a movement path of a rubbing portion provided on a cleaning member that is inserted from an opening.
US10739692B2	Image forming apparatus and image forming method An image forming apparatus includes a rotatable photoconductor, a charging device, a voltage applying device, a current detection device, and control circuitry. The control circuitry is configured to determine a film thickness of the photoconductor based on a charging current detected with the current detection device; determine an estimated film thickness of the film thickness, based on a previous film thickness and travel information of the photoconductor after determination of the previous film thickness; determine a discharging start voltage that the voltage applying device applies to start discharging from the charging device to the photoconductor; determine, from the estimated film thickness and the discharging start voltage, a film thickness determining voltage that the voltage applying device applies to pass a film thickness determining current being a charging current used for determining the film thickness; and apply the film thickness determining voltage to the charging device to determine the film thickness.
US10739684B2	Lithographic apparatus and device manufacturing method In immersion lithography after exposure of a substrate is complete, a detector is used to detect any residual liquid remaining on the substrate and/or substrate table.
US10739683B2	Liquid immersion member, exposure apparatus, exposing method, method for manufacturing device, program, and recording medium A liquid immersion member is used in a liquid immersion exposure apparatus, and forms a liquid immersion space above an object which is movable below the optical member. The liquid immersion member includes a first member that is disposed at at least a portion of surrounding of the optical member, and a second member that is disposed at at least a portion of surrounding of an optical path of the exposure light and is relatively movable with respect to the first member. The second member includes a second upper surface that is opposite to a first lower surface of the first member via a gap, a second lower surface that is capable of being opposite to the object, and a fluid recovery part that is disposed at at least a portion of surrounding of the second lower surface.
US10739681B2	Image exposure device and image exposure method An image exposure device (10) includes an image display device (20) having a pixel (21), a photosensitive recording medium support portion that supports a photosensitive recording medium (40) in which an image of the image display device (20) is recorded in a state in which an exposure surface (40A) of the photosensitive recording medium (40) faces the image display device (20), a collimation portion (50) that is provided between the image display device (20) and the photosensitive recording medium (40) and makes light from the pixel (21) into parallel light, and an absorption layer (60) that is provided between the image display device (20) and the photosensitive recording medium (40) and has a light transmittance for the light from the pixel (21) of 50% or less.
US10739680B2	Cross-linkable fluorinated photopolymer A photosensitive composition is disclosed including a fluorinated photo cross-linkable polymer provided in a fluorinated solvent such as a hydrofluoroether. The photo cross-linkable polymer includes a first repeating unit having a fluorine-containing group but not a cinnamate group, and a second repeating unit having a fluorine-containing cinnamate group. The polymer has a total fluorine content in a range of 30 to 60% by weight. The composition can be used to form patterned barrier or dielectric structures over substrates and devices such as organic electronic devices.
US10739676B2	Alignment mark, imprinting method, and manufacturing method of semiconductor device In an alignment mark of an embodiment, a first pattern has a periodic structure in a first direction on a surface of an original or a surface of a substrate and extends in a second direction, and a second pattern has a periodic structure in a third direction on the surface of the original or the surface of the substrate and extends in a fourth direction. The first direction and the third direction are parallel to each other. A period in the first direction of the periodic structure of the first pattern is equal to a period in the third direction of the periodic structure of the second pattern. At least one of the first pattern and the second pattern has a periodic structure in a fifth direction orthogonal to the first direction and the third direction on the surface of the original or the surface of the substrate. At least one of the second direction and the fourth direction is oblique with respect to the fifth direction.
US10739670B2	Physical object reconstruction through a projection display system A projection display system may be used to display projected images on an image display layer embedded on the surface of an object. The projection display system may include an image capturing device, a projector unit and a passive screen. The passive screen may include a display layer effecting display of at least one image projected thereon. The passive screen is further placeable on a surface of an object in the manner that said image capturing device in optical communication with said passive screen identifies physical boundaries of said passive screen and the projector unit projects at least one image scaled onto the passive screen within the boundaries thereof.
US10739668B2	Projector having enclosure hung via support member A projector includes a projection section, a light transmissive member, an illuminator, a diffusion member, and an enclosure, and the enclosure is hung via a support member that supports the enclosure in a plurality of directions.
US10739667B2	Projector, optical engine, and pixel offset device A projector includes a light source module and an optical engine. The light source module provides an illumination beam. The optical engine includes a light valve, a projection lens, and a pixel offset device. The light valve has an active surface, and the active surface converts the illumination beam into an image beam and reflects the image beam. The projection lens projects the image beam from the projector. The pixel offset device is located between the light valve and the projection lens and includes a frame and a transparent panel, the transparent panel is disposed in the frame and includes a transparent surface, the transparent panel is disposed on the transmission path of the illumination beam and the transmission path of the image beam, the frame is configured to drive the transparent panel to vibrate, and the transparent surface is tilted with respect to the active surface.
US10739666B2	Shielding device Disclosed is a shielding device, which includes: a casing having an open portion; a deformable unit installed at the casing and configured to be deformed in one direction at a predetermined temperature; a power transmission unit connected to the deformable unit to transmit a power generated by the deformation of the deformable unit; and a shielding unit installed at the casing and connected to the power transmission unit to receive the power from the power transmission unit, the shielding unit being configured to open or close the open portion, wherein the deformable unit is deformed at a first temperature to be expanded or compressed, and the shielding unit closes the open portion by means of the deformation of the deformable unit.
US10739665B2	Structures for modifying leaky mode light A method and system for using laser-induced structures to direct light to exit the bottom of a leaky mode device, and further to divide leaky mode light into multiple orders, and to implement one or more pulsing/strobing patterns such that a field of view is increased for a viewer, or the view zone is increased for a viewer. A leaky mode device may comprise a substrate, a surface acoustic wave (“SAW”) transducer, a waveguide having a higher refractive index than the substrate, an input region for input light, and laser induced structures such as grating. The SAW transducer may be positioned on a top surface of the substrate, and may be configured to emit a SAW wave to propagate across the substrate. The waveguide may be positioned below the SAW. The input wave region may be configured to couple light onto the waveguide. When light is coupled onto the waveguide, the refractive index may change such that the light in the waveguide exits the waveguide as leaky mode light and interacts with the laser-induced grating, which is below the waveguide. The laser-induced grating is configured to divide the leaky mode light into multiple orders, each bent at a different angle.
US10739656B2	Fast heat treatment method for a complete all-solid-state electrochromic stack A process for manufacturing an electrochromic glazing unit includes forming, on one face of a glass sheet, a complete all-solid-state electrochromic stack including in succession a first layer of a transparent conductive oxide; a layer of a cathodically colored mineral electrochromic material to form an electrochromic electrode; a layer of an ionically conductive mineral solid electrolyte; a layer of a cation intercalation material to form a counter electrode; and a second layer of a transparent conductive oxide; then heat treatment of the complete electrochromic stack by irradiation with radiation having a wavelength comprised between 500 and 2000 nm, the radiation originating from a radiating device placed facing the electrochromic stack, a relative movement being created between the radiating device and the substrate so as to raise the electrochromic stack to a temperature at least equal to 300° C. for a brief duration, for example shorter than 100 milliseconds.
US10739654B2	Array substrate, display panel, and method of controlling display panel The present application provides an array substrate including an array layer, a first insulating layer, a second insulating layer, and a first indium tin oxide (ITO) layer. The array layer includes first thin film transistors and second thin film transistors, the first ITO layer electrically connected to the first thin film transistors, and a second ITO layer and a polymer dispersed liquid crystal layer are further disposed between the first insulating layer and the second insulating layer, the second ITO layer electrically connected to the second thin film transistors and electrically insulated from the first thin film transistors.
US10739652B2	Display panel A display panel is disclosed, which includes: a substrate including a display region and a border region; plural scan lines disposed on the display region; plural data lines disposed on the display region, crossing with the scan lines to define plural pixel units and including adjacent first and second data lines; a first common line disposed on the display region and crossing with the data lines; and a first common pad disposed in one of the pixel units on the display region, electrically connecting to the first common line, and disposed between the first and second data line, wherein first and second minimum distances between the first common pad and the first and second data lines are different.
US10739650B1	Utilizing 2D h-BN nanosheets as the planar-alignment agent in an electro-optical liquid crystal device to improve its optical transmission An electro-optical liquid crystal cell comprising a first substrate, a first layer of indium tin oxide (ITO) on the first substrate, a first layer of h-BN on the first layer of ITO on the first substrate, and a layer of liquid crystal on the first layer of h-BN on the first layer of ITO on the first substrate. Furthermore, the electro-optical liquid crystal cell can comprise a second layer of h-BN, a second layer of ITO, and a second substrate. This h-BN cell exhibits the required electro-optic effect needed for a liquid crystal display. This h-BN cell exhibits high optical transmission.
US10739649B2	Liquid crystal display device reducing kick back to improve display quality The present application discloses a display panel, wherein the driving brightness of a first pixel of the display panel is greater than the original brightness thereof, and a first pixel electrode partially overlaps with a first common electrode; the driving brightness of a second pixel is smaller than the original brightness thereof, and a second pixel electrode partially overlaps with a second common electrode.
US10739643B2	Display device According to one embodiment, a display device includes a first substrate with a first alignment film, a second substrate with a second alignment film, and a liquid crystal layer interposed therebetween. The first substrate has first and second electrodes. An initial alignment direction of liquid crystal molecules of the liquid crystal layer is parallel to a first direction or a direction orthogonal to the first direction. The second electrode includes comblike electrodes extending parallel to the first direction and a connecting portion which connects the comblike electrodes. The connecting portion includes a projection which projects in a second direction more than an outermost comblike electrode.
US10739640B2	Liquid crystal display comprising a light guide plate with a cavity having a flat bottom surface and a plurality of quantum dots confined within the cavity by sidewalls and a cover film A light guide plate includes a bottom surface and a light emitting surface disposed opposite to the bottom surface. The light emitting surface sags down and forms a hollow, which is filled with a plurality of light-emitting quantum dots (QDs). The light emitting surface capped with a cover film, so to seal the plurality of light-emitting QDs in the hollow. Also provided are a backlight module including the light guide plate and a liquid crystal display using the backlight module. The hollow that is formed in the top surface of a flat body of the light guide plate and filled with light-emitting QDs helps enhance the color gamut of the display backlight. Further, side walls that surround the hollow can be narrowed so as to easily realize a narrow edge design for the backlight module.
US10739638B2	Backlight units with support posts and cavity height monitoring An electronic device may have a display with a backlight. The backlight provides backlight illumination for an array of pixels that is displaying images. The backlight may include an array of cells. Each cell may contain a light source with one or more light-emitting diodes and a cavity reflector that reflects light from the light source outwardly through a diffuser for use in forming the backlight illumination. The light sources may be mounted to a printed circuit. Support posts on the printed circuit may be used to maintain the diffuser at a fixed distance from the printed circuit. Sensors on the printed circuit may be used to measure separation distances between the printed circuit and diffuser. Adjustments to pixel gain profiles can be made based on the measured separation distances.
US10739631B2	Ewriter with enhanced line acuity A liquid crystal writing device with enhanced line acuity includes the following features. Included is a front writing surface. A liquid crystal layer includes a dispersion of cholesteric liquid crystal and polymer, wherein a reflectance of the cholesteric liquid crystal changes in response to pressure applied to the front writing surface so as to form an image on the liquid crystal layer. The liquid crystal layer is disposed between electrically conductive layers. A second of the electrically conductive layers is more distal from the front writing surface than a first of the electrically conductive layers is from the front writing surface. A backing supports the pressure applied to the front writing surface. An adhesive layer is disposed between the second of the electrically conductive layers and the backing. A line acuity of the image has a value of not more than 3.0 determined according to the Line Acuity Measurement Method of this disclosure.
US10739629B2	Display panel and display device A display panel and a display device, including a first substrate and a second substrate arranged opposite each other and spaced apart from each other, and a main spacer and a sub-spacer arranged between the first substrate and the second substrate, with bottom ends of both the main spacer and the sub-spacer arranged at the first substrate. In this display panel, by providing a part of a surface of the second substrate with a transparent conductive layer, the main spacer is able to directly press against the transparent conductive layer. By defining a groove in the second substrate with an opening thereof opposite the sub-spacer, a free end of the sub-spacer can be inserted into the groove when being applied with a supporting force. Thus, a step difference between the two spacers can increase by a thickness of the transparent conductive layer and a depth of the groove.
US10739628B2	Strengthened glass panel for protecting the surface of a display device, and method for manufacturing same Provided are a strengthened glass panel for protecting a surface of a display device and a method for manufacturing the same. Here, the strengthened glass panel includes a strengthened glass layer, a laminate layer uniformly formed on the bottom surface of the strengthened glass layer, and a separation layer configured to cover the laminate layer, wherein the laminate layer is formed by transferring a transfer film. Accordingly, the strengthened glass panel for protecting a surface of a display device can have improved characteristics of neatly attaching the laminate layer to the surface of the display device without lifting or occurrence of air bubbles and easily detaching the laminate layer when a uniform laminate layer is formed on strengthened glass by means of a transfer film.
US10739626B2	Method for electronically configurable variable aperture and grating Provided are devices and methods capable of electronically controlling and varying aperture diameters or diffracting light. The method provides a solid-state device made up of a transparent bottom electrode (TBE), a layer of liquid crystal (LC) material overlying the TBE, and a field of selectively engageable transparent top electrodes (TTEs). Light incident to the TTEs is accepted and a voltage differential between one or more selected TTEs and the TBE. As a result, an optically transparent region is created in the LC material interposed between the selected TTEs and the TBE. Depending on the arrangement of the TTEs and their size respective to the wavelength of the incident light, the light is either transmitted through an aperture or diffracted.
US10739625B2	Display device A display device includes a switching panel. The switching panel includes a first polarizer, a second polarizer, a first substrate, a second substrate, and a display medium layer. The first polarizer includes a first absorption axis. The second polarizer is disposed opposite to the first polarizer. The second polarizer includes a second absorption axis parallel to the first absorption axis. The first substrate is disposed between the first polarizer and the second polarizer. The first substrate includes a first alignment layer having a first alignment direction. The second substrate is disposed between the first polarizer and the second polarizer. The second substrate includes a second alignment layer having a second alignment direction. The second alignment direction is parallel or anti-parallel to the first alignment direction. The display medium layer is disposed between the first substrate and the second substrate.
US10739624B2	Optical control element An optical control element including an optical waveguide formed by using diffusion of titanium that is formed on a lithium niobate substrate and a control electrode formed on the lithium niobate substrate that is provided in the vicinity of the optical waveguide, in which an amount of a hydroxyl group absorbed into the lithium niobate substrate is set to be in a range of 0.5 to 2.5 cm−1.
US10739620B2	Solid state touchchromic device Disclosed herein is a solid touchchromic device. The solid touchchromic device may include a conducting polymer or a conducting polymer composite film, a conducting plate, and a solid layer of a polymer-based electrolyte, the conducting plate being at least partially coated by the conducting polymer or the conducting polymer composite film. The solid touchchromic device may further include an oxidant, a salt, an acid, or a metal. Also included are methods of producing a solid touchchromic device and articles including a solid touchchromic device.
US10739616B2	Detachable spectacle frame Detachable spectacle frame formed by a front, which in turn includes some rims, a bridge, some lugs and some nose pads; a pair of temples; in which each of the temples includes a hinge to engage the front, and a terminal end, where each of the rims and their corresponding temples has a defined slot. The removable frame being characterized in that each of the lugs further includes a laminar projection, finished by a hook; the hinge of each of the temples incorporates a recess and a kink and; further incorporates a fastening clip engaging the lug.
US10739610B2	Lens moving apparatus A lens moving apparatus includes a bobbin adapted to move upward and downward in a first direction, a housing in which the bobbin is accommodated and which is movable upward and downward in the first direction, a cover member accommodating the bobbin and the housing, and a base to which a lower portion of the cover member is coupled, wherein the cover member has an opening formed in an upper face thereof, and is provided at an area thereof surrounding the opening with a first stopper for limiting a distance by which the bobbin moves upward.
US10739602B2	Chromatic phase plate A segmented chromatic phase plate includes at least three stacks. The three stacks are arranged around and stacked along a main axis, and have same overall heights. Each stack includes at least two plane-parallel optical flats of different materials. The materials and the thicknesses of the optical flats are selected such that optical path lengths of light of a first wavelength passing through the different stacks along the main axis differ by integer multiples of the first wavelength, whereas optical path lengths of light of a second wavelength differ by integer multiples plus defined fractions of the second wavelength. The materials of the at least two optical flats have different refractive indices for both the first and second wavelengths; and derivatives of the differences between the optical path lengths with respect to wavelength are zero at at least one of the first and second wavelengths.
US10739594B2	Display device having an eyepiece A display device having an eyepiece is provided. The display device includes a display panel and an eyepiece. An image realized by the display panel may be provided to user through the eyepiece. An optical module may be disposed between the display panel and the eyepiece in order to increase a path of light. For example, the optical module may include a front quarter-wave plate, a half-mirror, a rear quarter-wave plate and a linear reflective polarizing plate, which are sequentially stacked. A positive C-plate may be disposed in the optical module. The light travelling toward the eyepiece from the display panel may pass through the positive C-plate. Thus, in the display device, the overall thickness may be reduced, and the viewing angle may be increased.
US10739591B2	Display mirror assembly A display mirror assembly for a vehicle includes a front shield having a first side and a second side. A partially reflective, partially transmissive element is mounted on the first side. A rear shield is disposed behind the front shield. A display module is mounted between the front shield and the rear shield and includes in order from the front shield: a display; an optic block; a heat sink having an edge lit PCB mounted along a top edge thereof; and a PCB. The front shield is secured to at least one component of the display module with a first retaining feature and the rear shield is secured to at least one component of the display module with a second retaining feature. A housing at least partially surrounds the partially reflective, partially transmissive element, the front shield, carrier plate, display module, and rear shield.
US10739586B1	Reflective polarizer for augmented reality and virtual reality display A head-mounted display device includes a first reflective polarizer having a first optical surface and a second optical surface that is opposite to the first optical surface. The first optical surface of the first reflective polarizer is curved, and the first reflective polarizer is configured to reflect light having a first polarization. The head-mounted display device also includes a first electronic display configured to project toward the first reflective polarizer a light pattern. At least a portion of the light pattern is reflected by the first reflective polarizer. Also disclosed is a method, which includes directing a light pattern from the first electronic display toward the first reflective polarizer and reflecting at least a portion of the light pattern toward an eye of a user.
US10739585B2	Side head up display A side head-up display system is provided. The side head-up display system has an image generator configured to emit a generated image to create a virtual image for viewing by a vehicle occupant. In some forms, a side display surface is disposed along a vehicle side of the motor vehicle, and the virtual image is viewable through the side display surface. In some versions, a controller is provided and configured to cause the generated image to be generated intermittently while the first motor vehicle is running so that the image generator is off at least part of the time while the motor vehicle is running. The controller may be configured to cause the image generator to create the generated image to show information about another vehicle outside of the motor vehicle, such as speed information and/or distance and location information.
US10739581B2	Pinhole camera with an integrated lens cleaning chamber, and a lens cleaning system for a pinhole camera The invention relates to a pinhole camera comprising a cleaning chamber for maintaining the quality of images taken by the pinhole camera, the pinhole camera comprising a lens having a rectangular cross-section, a cover glass in front of the lens, for preventing the access of washing liquid, air and impurities into the camera. Furthermore, the camera comprises a cleaning chamber formed between the cover glass and the wall comprising the pinhole of the pinhole camera by means of a flange, the flange being provided with an opening from which compressed air and washing liquid can be supplied by a tube into the cleaning chamber, for cleaning the cleaning chamber. The compressed air and the washing liquid are configured to exit the cleaning chamber via the pinhole of the pinhole camera. Furthermore, the invention relates to a web monitoring beam and a system for cleaning the pinhole camera.
US10739580B2	Optical-scanning-height measuring device To provide an optical-scanning-height measuring device capable of efficiently measuring a shape of a desired portion of a measurement object. Designation of a measurement point on an image of a measurement object S is received. Light emitted from a light emitting section 231 is deflected by the deflecting section and irradiated on the measurement object S. The deflecting section is controlled to irradiate the light on a portion of the measurement object S corresponding to the measurement point. A deflecting direction of the deflecting section or an irradiation position of the light deflected by the deflecting section is detected. Height of the portion of the measurement object S corresponding to the measurement point is calculated on the basis of the deflecting direction of the deflecting section or the irradiation position of the light deflected by the deflecting section and the light reception signal output by the light receiving section.
US10739570B2	Telephoto lens assembly A telephoto lens assembly comprises sequentially from an object side to an image side along an optical axis a first lens, a second lens, a third lens, a fourth lens and a fifth lens, all of which are arranged in order from an object side to an image side along an optical axis. The first lens is with positive refractive power, which includes a convex surface facing the object side. The second lens is with negative refractive power. The third lens is with positive refractive power. The fourth lens is with positive refractive power. The fifth lens is with negative refractive power. The telephoto lens assembly satisfies the following condition: DFOV≤40 Degrees; wherein DFOV is a diagonal field of view.
US10739569B2	Imaging lens An imaging lens includes a first lens group having positive refractive power and a second lens group having negative refractive power, arranged in this order from an object side to an image plane side. The first lens group includes a first lens, a second lens, and a third lens. The second lens group includes a fourth lens, a fifth lens having negative refractive power, and a sixth lens. The third lens has a concave surface facing the image plane side near an optical axis thereof. The sixth lens has a concave surface facing the object side near an optical axis thereof. The fifth lens has a specific Abbe's number.
US10739565B2	Camera optical lens The present disclosure discloses a camera optical lens. The camera optical lens includes, in an order from an object side to an image side, an aperture, a first lens, a second lens, a third lens, a fourth lens, and a fifth lens. The camera optical lens further satisfies specific conditions.
US10739563B2	Camera optical lens The present disclosure relates to the field of optical lenses and provides a camera optical lens includes, from an object side to an image side: a first lens; a second lens; a third lens; a fourth lens; a fifth lens; a sixth lens; the camera optical lens satisfies following conditions: 0.5≤f1/f≤10, 1.7≤n3≤2.2, and 0.01≤d5/TTL≤0.2, Fno≤2.06; where f denotes a focal length of the camera optical lens; f1 denotes a focal length of the first lens; n3 denotes a refractive index of the third lens, and d5 denotes a thickness on-axis of the third lens, Fno denotes an aperture F number of the camera optical lens, TTL denotes a total optical length of the camera optical lens. The present disclosure can achieve high optical performance while achieving ultra-thin, wide-angle lenses having a big aperture.
US10739560B2	Imaging lens There is provided an imaging lens with high resolution which satisfies in well balance low-profileness, wide field of view and low F-number. An imaging lens comprises in order from an object side to an image side, a first lens being double-sided aspheric lens, a second lens having positive or negative refractive power, an aperture stop, a third lens having positive refractive power, a fourth lens having at least one aspheric surface and negative refractive power, a fifth lens having at least one aspheric surface and positive or negative refractive power, and a sixth lens being double-sided aspheric lens and having positive refractive power, wherein an image-side surface of said sixth lens is a concave surface facing the image side near the optical axis and is formed as the aspheric surface, which changes from the concave surface to the convex surface at an area apart from the optical axis.
US10739559B2	Optical imaging system An optical imaging system includes, in order from an object side to an image side, a first lens element with positive refractive power, a second lens element, a third lens element, a fourth lens element, and a fifth lens element. Each of the fourth lens element and the fifth lens element includes at least one aspheric surface. The fourth lens element and the fifth lens element are made of plastic. The fifth lens element includes a concave image-side surface and at least one inflection point. An axial distance is formed between each of the first lens element, the second lens element, the third lens element, the fourth lens element, and the fifth lens element, and the optical imaging system further comprises a stop.
US10739557B2	Imaging lens and imaging apparatus The imaging lens consists of, in order from the object side, a first lens group having a positive power, a second lens group having a negative power, and a third lens group. The first lens group consists of, in order from the object side, a positive front group, a stop, and a positive rear group. The rear group has a cemented lens consisting of a negative lens concave toward the image side and a positive lens convex toward the image side in order from the object side. The second lens group consists of a negative lens. During focusing, only the second lens group moves. The following conditional expression relating to a focal length f2 of the second lens group and focal length f of the whole system is satisfied: 0.8<\|f2/f\|<5.
US10739552B2	Internally slotted cam for lens system A cam for applying movement to a lens system. The cam may include a body configured to couple to the lens system. The body may have slots that are configured to receive lens followers. The slots may extend in directions that are convergent relative to each other.
US10739549B2	Lens driving module A lens driving module for holding and moving a lens is provided, including a lens holder, a first electromagnetic driving assembly disposed on the lens holder, a base, a second electromagnetic driving assembly disposed on the base, and a first elastic member. The lens holder has an accommodating space, and the lens is disposed in the accommodating space. The second electromagnetic driving assembly is adjacent to the first electromagnetic driving assembly. The first elastic member has at least one first fixed portion and at least one moving portion. The first fixed portion is connected to the base, and the first moving portion is connected to the lens holder. The first fixed portion is disposed between the second electromagnetic driving assembly and the base.
US10739538B2	Light guiding device, laser module, and method for manufacturing light guiding device A light-guiding device includes: a group of mirrors that converts a first beam bundle including a plurality of first laser beams into a second beam bundle including a plurality of second laser beams; a group of collimating lenses disposed at a stage previous to the group of mirrors and including collimating lenses that each collimate a divergence, in an F-axis direction, of a corresponding one of the plurality of first laser beams; and a converging lens disposed at a stage subsequent to the group of mirrors, the converging lens converges the second beam bundle by refracting each of the plurality of second laser beams.
US10739533B2	Receiver configured to accept a removable anchor device for securing a fiber optic connector within the receiver Various embodiments disclosed herein are directed to a Network system including: a connector comprising a housing comprising a groove running widthwise on a surface of the housing; and a push-pull tab comprising a complementary groove, wherein the push-pull tab is detachably connected to the housing; and a receiver device comprising one or more ports for receiving the connector, the one or more ports having an interchangeable anchor device including a first portion and a second portion; wherein the groove is configured to receive the first portion of the interchangeable anchor device when the connector is inserted into the receiving element, and wherein the complimentary groove is configured to receive the second portion of the interchangeable anchor device when the connector is inserted into the receiving element, the push-pull tab being configured to disengage the second portion of the interchangeable anchor device from the complementary groove when the push-pull tab is moved in a direction away from the connector, thereby disengaging the first portion of the interchangeable anchor device from the grove of the connector. Other aspects are described and claimed.
US10739532B2	Drying system A drying system comprises a drying box, a carrier moving and holding device, and a high pressure jet device mounted in the drying box. The carrier moving and holding device is configured to move a carrier into the drying box and hold the carrier in the drying box. A plurality of fiber optic ferrules are mounted on the carrier. The high pressure jet device is adapted to spray a high pressure gas on the carrier held in the drying box to dry the fiber optic ferrules.
US10739531B2	Connector cleaning tool To provide a connector cleaning tool capable of precisely removing dust even on an end surface of a connector having irregularities.The connector cleaning tool includes a buffer body, and an adhesive body arranged with the buffer body, in which in a case where the connector cleaning tool is pressed toward a connection end surface of a connector on which a guide pin is protrudingly provided, the guide pin is inserted into the buffer body via the adhesive body.
US10739529B2	Interferometric alignment of optical multicore fibers to be connected The ends of sensing and interrogating multicore fibers are brought into proximity for connection in a first orientation with one or more cores in the sensing fiber being paired up with corresponding one or more cores in the interrogating fiber. Optical interferometry is used to interrogate at least one core pair and to determine a first reflection value that represents a degree of alignment for the core pair in the first orientation. The relative position is adjusted between the ends of the fibers to a second orientation. Interferometry is used to interrogate the core pair and determine a second reflection value that represents a degree of alignment for the core pair in the second orientation. The first reflection value is compared with the second reflection value, and an aligned orientation is identified for connecting the sensing and interrogating fibers based on the comparison.
US10739527B2	Miniature adapter for MPO plug The invention provides a miniature adapter for MPO plug which can make the adapter small to the limit so as to be the same size as a plug, can be mounted at a high density without any restriction in an arrangement place and can be manufactured with a simple structure at a low cost. An adapter main body is formed into a tubular shape by upper and lower wall portions which are approximately flush with upper and lower wall portions of a coupling, and left and right wall portions which are approximately flush with left and right wall portions of the coupling, and is provided in both front and rear ends of the left and right wall portions of the adapter main body with elastic locking portions which are provided so as to face to a side of plug insertion and removal opening portions.
US10739525B2	Optical energy transfer and conversion system for autonomous underwater vehicle having drum configured fiber spooler mounted thereon An optical energy transfer and conversion system comprising a fiber spooler and an electrical power extraction subsystem connected to the spooler with an optical waveguide. Optical energy is generated at and transferred from a base station through fiber wrapped around the spooler, and ultimately to the power extraction system at a remote mobility platform for conversion to another form of energy. The fiber spooler may reside on the remote mobility platform which may be a vehicle, or apparatus that is either self-propelled or is carried by a secondary mobility platform either on land, under the sea, in the air or in space.
US10739515B2	Waveguide having light shielding film formed thereon and manufacturing method therefor A waveguide having a light-shielding film formed on a cut surface of an edge side of the planar waveguide, the light-shielding film having a thickness of 2 to 10 μm and an optical density (OD) of 0.7 to 1.0 based on a light-shielding film thickness of 1.0 μm, and a method for manufacturing the same.
US10739513B2	Apparatuses and methods for efficiently directing light toward and away from a mounting surface Luminaires that simultaneously illuminate a support surface (for example, a floor) and the surface to which the luminaires are mounted (for example, a ceiling) and methods for manufacturing the same are disclosed. Embodiments include luminaires that divide the light from a single light emitter (which may include one or more light sources such as LEDs) into a portion directed toward the luminaire's mounting surface and a portion directed toward the support surface. Some embodiments utilize a planar light guide with the light emitter mounted adjacent one edge, which in some embodiments is the internal edge of an aperture formed in the planar light guide. In some embodiments, one surface of the light guide includes grooves that internally reflect light toward the support surface while allowing a smaller amount of light to exit the light guide toward the mounting surface, and may be grouped according to the distance separating adjacent grooves.
US10739512B2	Optical systems including light-guide optical elements with two-dimensional expansion An optical system including a light-guide optical element (LOE) with a first set of mutually-parallel, partially-reflecting surfaces and a second set of mutually-parallel, partially-reflecting surfaces at a different orientation from the first set. Both sets of partially-reflecting surfaces are located between a set of mutually-parallel major external surfaces. Image illumination introduced at a coupling-in location propagates along the LOE, is redirected by the first set of partially-reflecting surfaces towards the second set of partially-reflecting surfaces, where it is coupled out towards the eye of the user. The first set of partially-reflecting surfaces are implemented as partial surfaces located where needed for filling an eye-motion box with the required image. Additionally, or alternatively, spacing of the first set of partially-reflecting surfaces is varied across a first region of the LOE. Additional features relate to relative orientations of the projector and partially reflecting surfaces to improve compactness and achieve various adjustments.
US10739511B2	Decorative component for vehicle A decorative component for a vehicle includes a plurality of light source sections, a housing configured to hold the plurality of light source sections, a light guide member that has a first surface and a second surface that face each other and that is configured to guide light emitted from the plurality of light source sections thereinto, and a plurality of light emitting sections that are provided on the light guide member and that are configured to emit light guided through the light guide member from the first surface as emission pattern light having a predetermined shape, wherein a plurality of pattern forming sections are constituted by the light source section and the light emitting section that correspond to each other, and in each of the pattern forming sections, the light emitting section selectively reflects the light emitted from the corresponding light source section.
US10739510B2	Solid-state luminaire A luminaire includes (i) light-emitting elements (LEEs), (ii) couplers to receive light from the LEEs and to redirect the received light, and (iii) a light guide including input and output ends and a pair of opposing surfaces both extending along an axis of the light guide. The light guide receives light from the couplers at the input end and guides light along the axis to the output end. The luminaire includes (iv) a diffuser adjacent the light guide to diffuse at least a portion of the light output by the light guide, and (v) a reflector to receive the light emitted from the output end of the light guide, such that light output by the light guide without impinging on the diffuser impinges on only one of the surfaces of the reflector. When operated, the luminaire outputs light within first and second output angular ranges.
US10739507B2	Light emitting module and planar light source having a light guide with cavity and fluorescent material disposed on a surface of cavity and light guide A light emitting module and a planar light source reduced in thickness are provided. A light emitting module includes: a light guide plate including a first main surface serving as a light emitting surface, a second main surface provided on a side opposite to the first main surface, and a recess provided at the second main surface; a first fluorescent material layer provided in the recess; a light emitting element provided at the first fluorescent material layer on the second main surface side; and a second fluorescent material layer provided at the second main surface.
US10739504B2	Light guide plate comprising a cavity having a flat bottom surface and a plurality of quantum dots confined within the cavity by sidewalls and a cover film A light guide plate includes a bottom surface and a light emitting surface disposed opposite to the bottom surface. The light emitting surface sags down and forms a hollow, which is filled with a plurality of light-emitting quantum dots (QDs). The light emitting surface capped with a cover film, so to seal the plurality of light-emitting QDs in the hollow. Also provided are a backlight module including the light guide plate and a liquid crystal display using the backlight module. The hollow that is formed in the top surface of a flat body of the light guide plate and filled with light-emitting QDs helps enhance the color gamut of the display backlight. Further, side walls that surround the hollow can be narrowed so as to easily realize a narrow edge design for the backlight module.
US10739503B2	Uniform chemical vapor deposition coating on a 3-dimensional array of uniformly shaped articles The present invention is a method of coating uniformly shaped and sized articles. The method includes providing a reactor having an arrayed inner surface, positioning the articles within the reactor, and coating the articles.
US10739501B2	Light diffusion film laminate for reflective display device and reflective display device including the same Provided is a light diffusion film laminate for a reflective display device which is capable of reducing the change in the brightness of the image without reducing the visibility not only from a predetermined observation position (for example, the front direction of the screen), but also from a slightly inclined direction from the predetermined observation position (for example, the front direction of the screen), thereby having excellent display characteristics, and a reflective display device including the light diffusion film laminate.
US10739498B2	Cover window for display device and display device including the same A cover window includes: a base film disposed on a display panel of a display device which displays an image with light; and porous nanoparticles embedded in the base film at a side of the base film opposite to that at which the display panel is disposed.
US10739496B2	Optical element and display device having the same Disclosed are an optical element which offers certain direction of light diffusion by disposing, in a resin having a refractive index n1, an anisotropic polymer having a refractive index n2 different from n1 in a predetermined direction, and a display device including the same. Such control of viewing angles is possible without using any louver pattern and eliminates the necessity of an additional brightness enhancement film, thus advantageously decreasing manufacturing costs and preventing defects such as diagonal line spots.
US10739494B2	Electroseismic surveying in exploration and production environments Systems, methods, and computer programs for monitoring production of fluids from a subterranean formation includes receiving, from a first sensor array at a first time, a first set of electromagnetic signals generated by an electroseismic or seismoelectric conversion of seismic signals caused, at least in part, by the production of fluid from the subterranean formation; receiving, from the first sensor array at a second time, a second set of electromagnetic signals generated by an electroseismic or seismoelectric conversion of seismic signals caused, at least in part, by the production of fluid from the subterranean formation; and determining one or more reservoir properties based, at least in part, on the first and second sets signals received from the first sensor array. The first sensor array are arranged to monitor the production operation.
US10739491B2	Radiation inspection system and radiation inspection method The present disclosure discloses a radiation inspection system and a radiation inspection method. The radiation inspection system comprises a radiation source and a beam modulating device. The beam modulating device comprises a first collimating structure disposed at a beam exit side of the radiation source and a second collimating structure disposed at a beam exit side of the first collimating structure. The second collimating structure is movable relative to the first collimating structure to change a relative position of the first collimating port of the first collimating structure with the second collimating port of the second collimating structure, and the beam modulating device is shifted between a first operational state in which the beam modulating device modulates an initial beam into a fan beam, and a second operational state in which the beam modulating device modulates the initial beam into a pencil beam variable in position.
US10739488B2	Metal detection sensor and metal detection method using same The object of the present invention is to provide a small-sized metal detection sensor for detecting fine metal contaminants, using an electromagnetic induction detection technique.A metal detection sensor for 20 detecting metal 14 contained in an object under inspection moving through a passageway 18 comprises: magnets 24, 26 generating static magnetic field; and a coil 30 for detecting a magnetic field 28 generated by the metal 14. The magnets 24, 26 are located outside of the coil 30 along its axial direction, and the coil 30 is located outside of the magnets 24, 26 along the axial direction connecting the N poles and the S poles of the magnets 24, 26. The magnets 24, 26 are opposed to the coil 30.
US10739485B2	Joint visualization of inversion results and measurement logs Apparatus and methods to generate a two-dimensional image of the well can include control of measurements in a well to generate a log of the well and use of such measurements and/or logs with a log of a reference well. The boundary positions of layers of the well can be correlated with corresponding boundary positions from the reference well. Such apparatus and methods or similar apparatus and methods can be implemented in a variety of applications.
US10739484B2	Curvelet 4D: 4D denoise in curvelet domain A computer implemented method for denoising a set of seismic datasets, specifically belonging to different 3D subsets of a 4D survey the method including: (a) receiving a baseline and a monitor seismic dataset which were acquired by surveying over the same subsurface formation over different periods of time; (b) cross-equalizing the monitor seismic dataset to match to the baseline seismic dataset in terms of amplitude, frequency, phase and timing of events; (c) computing an initial 4D difference between the monitor and baseline seismic datasets; (d) formulating a common noise template from the initial 4D difference; (e) de-noising the baseline and monitor seismic datasets, independently, using the common noise template in a curvelet domain; (f) updating the initial 4D difference to form an updated 4D difference, which reflects de-noised baseline and monitor datasets from step (e); and iterating the steps (d) through (F) until the updated 4D difference satisfies a predetermined criteria.
US10739481B2	2D multiline seismic reflection tomography with seismic-tie constraint A method, including: generating updated velocity models, each corresponding to one of a plurality of initial velocity models of intersecting 2D seismic survey lines, wherein updates to the plurality of initial velocity models are computed by imposing a seismic-tie regularization constraint on an inversion process that inverts for the updates to the plurality of initial velocity models, and the seismic-tie regularization constraint causes the updated velocity models to have consistent values for depth of seismic reflectivity at intersecting spatial locations.
US10739480B2	Full wavefield inversion with reflected seismic data starting from a poor velocity model A computer-implemented method for updating subsurface models including: using an offset continuation approach to update the model, and at each stage defining a new objective function where a maximum offset for each stage is set, wherein the approach includes, performing a first stage iterative full wavefield inversion with near offset data, as the maximum offset, to obtain velocity and density or impedance models, performing subsequent stages of iterative full wavefield inversion, each generating updated models, relative to a previous stage, wherein the subsequent stages include incrementally expanding the maximum offset until ending at a full offset, wherein a last of the stages yields finally updated models, the subsequent stages use the updated models as starting models, and the full wavefield inversions include constraining scales of the velocity model updates at each stage of inversion as a function of velocity resolution; and using the finally updated models to prospect for hydrocarbons.
US10739478B2	Seismic data processing Described herein are implementations of various technologies for a method for seismic data processing. The method may receive seismic data for a region of interest. The seismic data may be acquired in a seismic survey. The method may determine sparse seismic data by selecting shot points in the acquired seismic data using statistical sampling. The method may determine simulated seismic data based on an earth model for the region of interest, a reflection model for the region of interest, and the selected shot points. The method may determine an objective function that represents a mismatch between the sparse seismic data and the simulated seismic data. The method may update the reflection model using the objective function.
US10739477B2	Omnidirectional vector geophone The invention discloses an omnidirectional vector geophone, comprising: eight wave detectors and support structures thereof, the support structures are used for supporting the eight wave detectors such that bottom surfaces of each two wave detectors are on one of regular triangle surfaces of a regular tetrahedron, crossing points of working shafts of the two wave detectors that are on the same regular triangle surface that cross with the regular triangle surface are both on an angular bisector of an angle of the regular triangle surface and are symmetric with respect to the center of the regular triangle surface. In the invention, based on divergence and curl equations of field theory, a particular spatial motion full-vector detection structure is designed to realize detection of full information including frequency, amplitude, phase, vibration direction of the seismic wave field, especially divergence and curl of a wave force field, to form a completely new omnidirectional vector geophone structure.
US10739476B2	Seismic sensor and earthquake determination method A seismic sensor that suppresses power consumption operates in a power-saving mode and a measurement mode in which the power consumption is larger than that in the power-saving mode. The seismic sensor includes a measurement unit that measures an acceleration, a filtering unit that, if the acceleration measured by the measurement unit exceeds a predetermined threshold, causes a shift from the power-saving mode to the measurement mode to be performed, and performs filtering on the measured acceleration, an earthquake determination unit that determines whether or not an earthquake has occurred based on the filtered acceleration, and an index calculation unit that, if where the earthquake determination unit determined that an earthquake has occurred, calculates an index value indicating the scale of the earthquake. A shift from the measurement mode to the power-saving mode is performed if the earthquake determination unit determined that no earthquake has occurred.
US10739473B2	Image fusion in multi-layer flat panel imager An imaging apparatus includes: a first scintillator layer configured to provide first image signals with a first quantum efficiency and a first spatial resolution; a second scintillator layer configured to provide second image signals with a second quantum efficiency and a second spatial resolution, wherein the first quantum efficiency is lower than the second quantum efficiency, but the first spatial resolution is higher than the second spatial resolution; and an image combiner configured to combine the first image signals and the second image signals.
US10739471B2	GNSS receiver with a capability to resolve ambiguities using an uncombined formulation The invention discloses a receiver and a method to process navigation signals from one or more GNSS constellation, wherein an observation model and a measurement model allow a direct calculation of the carrier phase ambiguities. More specifically, in a triple frequency implementation, the receiver calculates in turn the extrawidelane, widelane and narrowlane ambiguities. The code and carrier phase biases can also be directly calculated. Thanks to the invention a quicker acquisition and tracking of a precise position, which will also be less noisy than a prior art solution, especially in some embodiments of the invention using a RAIM and/or a gap-bridging function. Also, code smoothing using the Doppler and low latency clock synchronization allow to decrease the noise levels of the precise point navigation solutions.
US10739470B2	Method and apparatus for wireless communication in wireless communication system The present disclosure relates to a communication method and system for converging a 5th-Generation (5G) communication system for supporting higher data rates beyond a 4th-Generation (4G) system with a technology for Internet of Things (IoT). The present disclosure may be applied to intelligent services based on the 5G communication technology and the IoT-related technology, such as smart home, smart building, smart city, smart car, connected car, health care, digital education, smart retail, security and safety services. Disclosed are method and apparatus for a semi-persistent scheduling (SPS) for vehicle to everything (V/2X) in a wireless communication system.
US10739464B2	Satellite modem location tracking A satellite modem, a GPS device, and a method are provided. The satellite modem requests current location information from a GPS device and waits no more than a preconfigured amount of time to receive the current location information. When the satellite modem receives the current location information, the satellite modem determines whether the current location information indicates a location in which the satellite modem is authorized to operate. When the satellite modem determines that the current location information indicates a location in which the satellite modem is not authorized to operate, the satellite modem performs at least one action from a group of actions including preventing the satellite modem from operating normally, permitting the satellite modem to operate with a reduced functionality, and transmitting a message to a network management center indicating that the satellite modem is not located at an authorized location.
US10739460B2	Time-of-flight detector with single-axis scan Apparatus for mapping includes an illumination assembly, which projects a line of radiation extending in a first direction across a scene. A detection assembly receives the radiation reflected from the scene within a sensing area that contains at least a part of the line of the radiation, and includes a linear array of detector elements and objective optics, which focus the reflected radiation from the sensing area onto the linear array. A scanning mirror scans the line of radiation and the sensing area together over the scene in a second direction, which is perpendicular to the first direction. Processing circuitry processes signals output by the detector elements in response to the received radiation in order to construct a three-dimensional (3D) map of an object in the scene.
US10739458B2	Using two-dimensional camera images to speed registration of three-dimensional scans A method and system for scanning and measuring an environment is provided. The method includes providing a three-dimensional (3D) measurement device. The 3D measurement device being operable in a helical mode or a compound mode, wherein a plurality of light beams are emitted along a first path defined by a first axis and a second axis in the compound mode and along a second path defined by the first axis in the helical mode. A mobile platform holding the 3D measurement device is moved from a first position. A first group of 3D coordinates of the area is acquired by the 3D measurement device when the mobile platform is moving. A second group of 3D coordinates of the area is acquired with a second 3D measurement device that with six-degrees of freedom (6DOF). The first group of 3D coordinates is registered based on the third group of 3D coordinates.
US10739455B2	Method and apparatus for acquiring depth information using cameras from different vehicles In various embodiments, methods, systems, and vehicles are provided for distance determinations using cameras from different vehicles. The system includes a first camera onboard a first vehicle, providing a first image, the first image having therein an object of interest (OOI) for which a distance from the first vehicle is desired; and a second camera, providing second camera data including a second image having therein the OOI. The system further includes a control module configured to process and time synchronize first camera data and second camera data to generate a distance determination for the OOI, using the first camera data, the second camera data, and a distance between the first and second camera.
US10739453B2	Ultrasonic measuring system, in particular for measuring distance and/or as a parking aid in vehicles The invention relates to an ultrasonic measuring system (10), in particular for measuring distance and/or as a parking aid in vehicles, having an electroacoustic ultrasonic transducer (12) which has a oscillating element (14), does not have a voltage converter, can be alternately operated as an ultrasonic transmitter and an ultrasonic receiver and has a signal connection (16), which is used either as an input or as an output of the ultrasonic transducer (12), and an earth connection (18) which is connected to earth, and a control and evaluation unit (20) for exciting the oscillating element (14) of the ultrasonic transducer (12) to emit ultrasonic waves for operating the ultrasonic transducer (12) during a transmission interval for the purpose of subsequently deactivating the excitation of the oscillating element (14) and attenuating the latter during a decay phase and for receiving and processing ultrasonic waves in a reception interval. The control and evaluation unit (20) has a bridge circuit (28) which is connected to a DC supply voltage (80) and has controllable switches (30 to 40) and a charge storage capacitance (42), the polarity of which can be reversed and which is intended to alternately output a positive and a negative excitation voltage for the signal connection (16) of the ultrasonic transducer (12) during the transmission interval. The control and evaluation unit (20) outputs a voltage pulse of substantially 0 V at the end of the transmission interval for the signal connection (16) of the ultrasonic transducer (12).
US10739452B2	Distance estimation using multiple phase differences A system, method, and computer program product are provided for estimating a distance to an object. The system includes a transmitter for transmitting RF signals from a location of an object. The system further includes measurement equipment, including a receiver, for receiving the transmitted RF signals as corresponding received RF signals and measuring a plurality of phase differences at different frequencies between the transmitted RF signals and the corresponding received RF signals. The system also includes a processor. The processor is configured to calculate corrected phases by resolving one or more ambiguities from the plurality of phase differences. The processor is further configured to obtain a characteristic curve using the corrected phases. The processor is also configured to provide an estimate of the distance based on the characteristic curve and the corrected phases.
US10739451B1	Systems and methods for detecting, tracking and identifying small unmanned systems such as drones A system for providing integrated detection and countermeasures against unmanned aerial vehicles include a detecting element, a location determining element and an interdiction element. The detecting element detects an unmanned aerial vehicle in flight in the region of, or approaching, a property, place, event or very important person. The location determining element determines the exact location of the unmanned aerial vehicle. The interdiction element can either direct the unmanned aerial vehicle away from the property, place, event or very important person in a non-destructive manner, or can cause disable the unmanned aerial vehicle in a destructive manner.
US10739449B2	Laser tracker calibration system and methods A system and method of calibrating a laser tracker is provided. The system includes a support system for quickly and easily moving an artifact to a desired position and orientation and for holding the artifact in the position and orientation. An adjustable alignment mirror is coupled to a first end of the artifact so that the more accurate ranging system of the laser tracker can be isolated to determine a reference length of the artifact. Additional measurements are then taken to exercise one or more error source within the tracker. The support system includes a positioner and a support beam for positioning and supporting the artifact. The artifact is coupled to the support beam using kinematic clamps that are designed to reduce or eliminate errors associated with over-constraining the artifact.
US10739445B2	Parallel photon counting A method of lidar processing pulses a scene with laser pulse sequences from a laser light source. Reflected light from the target scene passes through receiver optics and is defocused to cover a light sensing surface of a photo detector array. The photo detector array contains multiple photon detector elements connected in parallel where each photon detector element is configured to generate corresponding photon pulse output signals based on sensing photons in the received reflected light, and each photon detector element is characterized by a non-responsive dead time period immediately after sensing a photon. The photon pulse output signals are combined to form a common real time output signal, which is converted to a digital time resolved histogram. Multiple digital time resolved histograms produced in response to multiple light pulses directed at a scanning location are combined to form a composite time resolved histogram for the scanning location.
US10739444B2	LIDAR signal acquisition Methods and systems for combining return signals from multiple channels of a LIDAR measurement system are described herein. In one aspect, the outputs of multiple receive channels are electrically coupled before input to a single channel of an analog to digital converter. In another aspect, a DC offset voltage is provided at the output of each transimpedance amplifier of each receive channel to improve measured signal quality. In another aspect, a bias voltage supplied to each photodetector of each receive channel is adjusted based on measured temperature to save power and improve measurement consistency. In another aspect, a bias voltage supplied to each illumination source of each transmit channel is adjusted based on measured temperature. In another aspect, a multiplexer is employed to multiplex multiple sets of output signals of corresponding sets of receive channels before analog to digital conversion.
US10739442B2	Pulsing laser spot tracking and decoding A non-transitory computer readable medium including computer executable instructions for performing a method that includes locating a pulsing laser on an imaging array, defining a sub-region array smaller than the imaging array based on a location of the located pulsing laser such that the pulsing laser is at least partly within the sub-region, and sampling the sub-region array at a sub-region sampling rate that is higher than a remainder region sampling rate.
US10739438B2	Super-resolution radar for autonomous vehicles Examples disclosed herein relate to an autonomous driving system in an ego vehicle. The autonomous driving system includes a radar system configured to detect a target in a path and a surrounding environment of the ego vehicle and produce radar data with a first resolution that is gathered over a continuous field of view on the detected target. The system includes a super-resolution network configured to receive the radar data with the first resolution and produce radar data with a second resolution different from the first resolution using first neural networks. The system also includes a target identification module configured to receive the radar data with the second resolution and to identify the detected target from the radar data with the second resolution using second neural networks. Other examples disclosed herein include a method of operating the radar system in the autonomous driving system of the ego vehicle.
US10739434B2	Acoustic transmission device and process for tracking selected hosts A new acoustic tag and process are disclosed for identifying and tracking underwater hosts in up to three dimensions. The acoustic tag has an operation lifetime up to a year or longer at a pulse rate interval of about 15 seconds. The acoustic tag has a signal detection range up to at least about 500 meters that enhances detection probability.
US10739433B2	Calibrating body impedance measurement systems A system may comprise: an excitation current source; a first electrode coupled to the excitation current source; and a second electrode coupled to the excitation current source. The first and second electrodes may be configured to pass an excitation current from the excitation current source through a human body. First and second calibration resistors may be coupled to and positioned between the excitation current source and the first electrode. Third and fourth calibration resistors may be coupled to and positioned between the excitation current source and the second electrode. The system may also comprise a sensor configured to measure voltages across each of the first, second, third, and fourth calibration resistors.
US10739431B2	Magnetic resonance examination system with a user interface A magnetic resonance examination system is provided with a graphical user interface and an (software) analysis module. The analysis module is configured to analyze examination information, notably a selected examination protocol, for actions to be taken by the operator, such as connecting auxiliary equipment or radio frequency receiver coils to the magnetic resonance examination system. The analysis module supplies the actions to be taken to the (graphical) user interface at the proper instant before or during carrying-out the examination protocol. In this way the operator is guided and supported in the performance of the selected examination protocol. This improves the efficiency of workflow in performing one or more selected protocols. Preferably, the graphical user interface is provided inside the examination room and may be mounted on the gantry.
US10739428B2	Extended continuous passive shimming of magnets Methods and apparatuses for homogenizing or correcting the magnetic fields of magnets, particularly the magnetic fields employed in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) applications. There are disclosed passive shims for making such homogenizations or corrections, methods for making such shims, and a method and apparatus for creating desirable correction fields in which the correction field strength has limited harmonic content, near continuous value of field strength, and occupies minimal space in the magnet.
US10739426B2	Magnetic resonance imaging with improved thermal performance A magnetic resonance (MR) imaging apparatus comprises an MR imaging device (10) including a magnet (12) and heat generating components (18, 20, 22, 24). A cooling system (30) cools the heat generating components using chilled water from an air-cool chiller (28). Sensors (TS, VS) are configured to measure thermal parameters of the heat generating components or of the cooling system. An MR controller (40) controls the MR imaging device to execute an MR imaging examination program (“exam card”) (42) and to adjust the execution of the MR imaging examination program in response to a thermal parameter measured by the one or more sensors indicating the cooling system has insufficient cooling capacity. The MR controller may also adjust the exam card prior to its execution if the cooling system (30) has insufficient cooling capacity at the current air temperature to dissipate the heat load as estimated by a power dissipation model (80).
US10739425B2	RF coil apparatus and magnetic resonance imaging apparatus According to one embodiment, an RF coil apparatus includes coil elements and multiplexing circuitry. The coil elements each receive magnetic resonance signals. The multiplexing circuitry multiplexes the magnetic resonance signals received respectively by the coil elements, by using a local signal. The multiplexing circuitry includes mixer circuitry and matching circuitry. The mixer circuitry has a local port for inputting the local signal that includes a local frequency. The mixer circuitry converts at least one frequency among the magnetic resonance signals in accordance with the local frequency of the local signal input via the local port. The matching circuitry matches, in a narrow band, a local signal that is to be input to the local port with the local frequency.
US10739423B2	Coil assembly for magnetic resonance imaging A magnetic resonance imaging system is provided. The system includes a solenoid magnet configured to generate a static magnetic field and an annular coil assembly housed within at least a portion of the solenoid magnet. The coil assembly includes a gradient coil, wherein the annular coil assembly has an aperture formed therein.
US10739414B2	Determining status of electric power transmission lines in an electric power transmission system The present application discloses systems and methods to determine loss of at least one electric power transmission line in an electric power transmission system. In various embodiments, a system consistent with the present disclosure may include an electrical parameter monitoring subsystem configured to receive electrical parameter measurements and to determine a change of the electrical measurements. An analysis subsystem may determine whether a change in the electrical measurements is indicative of loss of at least one transmission line and may calculate a number of transmission lines lost based on the change. In some embodiments, a remedial action subsystem may be configured to implement a remedial action in response to loss of at least one transmission line. The number of transmission lines lost may be determined based on an angle difference ratio and a power ratio between two buses in electrical transmission system.
US10739413B2	System and method for monitoring the performances of a cable carrying a downhole assembly The disclosure relates to a method for monitoring the performances of a cable for carrying a downhole assembly in a wellbore, the cable having at least a conductive core and an insulating outer layer, the method including: performing on the cable a detection operation for detecting the presence of local anomalies of the cable; generating an electrical model of a predetermined configuration of an installation including the cable and the downhole assembly disposed in the wellbore, the model being defined in function of the detected local anomalies, estimating a parameter relative to a signal transmitted by the cable between the downhole assembly and a surface equipment in the predetermined configuration on the basis of the electrical model.
US10739411B2	Power electronic test automation circuit A system for testing a phase leg of an inverter includes a load coupled to an output terminal of the phase leg. A test circuit includes a capacitor coupled between an inverter power input and a switch module operative to couple the capacitor to the load. The circuit further includes a switch operative to select a polarity of a voltage across the capacitor. The circuit also includes a pair of switching elements operative to selectively couple the first terminal to the inverter power input and the inverter power return. The components can be operated by a controller configured to selectively couple the load to the inverter power and return terminals, selectively charge and couple the capacitor to the load, and interface with the inverter to control a path of current flow through active and passive elements of the phase leg.
US10739410B2	Battery control apparatus and power supply system A battery control apparatus is applied to a power supply system that includes a storage battery including a plurality of battery cells, an electrical apparatus connected to the storage battery, and a cell monitoring apparatus connected to each battery cell of the storage battery. In the battery control apparatus, a total cell voltage calculating unit calculates a sum of the voltages of battery cells detected by a cell monitoring apparatus as a total cell voltage. A voltage acquiring unit acquires a voltage of the cell monitoring apparatus side of a resistor that is provided on a conduction path. A consumed current calculating unit calculates a consumed current that is consumed by the cell monitoring apparatus based on the total cell voltage and the voltage acquired by the voltage acquiring unit. A residual capacity calculating unit calculates the residual capacity based on the charge-discharge current and the consumed current.
US10739406B2	Correlation charging method, charging apparatus, and system A correlation charging method and a charging apparatus, wherein the charging apparatus may determine, based on identifiers of a plurality of application servers in a notification message sent by a CSCF device, whether the charging apparatus receives charging request messages from all the ASs; then send a detection message to a first AS from which the charging apparatus has not received any charging request message, to detect a charging capability of the first AS; and learn of the charging capability of the first AS based on a response message returned by the first AS. In this way, the charging apparatus can learn of charging capabilities of all the ASs, and charge the service based on the charging capabilities of all the ASs in a unified manner.
US10739405B2	Dynamoelectric machine fault monitoring system, computer program product and related methods Various embodiments include a system having: at least one computing device configured to monitor a dynamoelectric machine having a rotor including an exciter electrically coupled with a field winding, by performing actions including: obtaining measured data indicating a resistance of the field winding at a plurality of rotor angular positions while the rotor is rotating at a speed below one-hundred revolutions per minute; comparing the measured data indicating the resistance of the field winding at the plurality of rotor angular positions with a threshold resistance range; and indicating a potential fault in the field winding in response to determining the measured data indicating the resistance deviates from the threshold resistance range.
US10739404B2	Device and method for testing the switching state of a circuit breaker device A method tests a switching state of a circuit breaker device (10) for establishing/breaking a connection of two circuit areas (12, 14), especially in a vehicle. The circuit breaker device includes at least one MOSFET switching element (20) with a source terminal (22) connected with one of the circuit areas (12, 14) and a drain terminal (24) connected with another of the circuit areas (12, 14). A gate driver (26) is associated with the switching element (20) for switching into a connection switching state. The method includes applying a testing voltage pulse to the drain terminal, detecting a voltage drop between the drain terminal and the source terminal, comparing the voltage drop detected with a voltage reference or/and with a time reference, and determining, based on the comparison, an actual switching state of the at least one MOSFET switching element (20) being subjected to the switching state test.
US10739392B2	Device for electromagnetic dosimetry and associated method Some embodiments relate to a device for simulating characteristics of human tissues in electromagnetic dosimetry. The device includes a substrate bearing a metallised shielding, a layer of a dielectric material arranged on or preferentially beneath the substrate and the device including a plurality of openings made in the shielding and at least one array of sensors in the layer of dielectric material.
US10739390B2	Resonantly-enhanced optical phase detection of RF signals in LiNBO3 A system is provided for use with an optical input signal for detecting a phase difference between a first RF signal having a first phase and a second RF signal having a second phase. The system includes and optical waveguide, a first optical resonant cavity, a first RF receiver, a second optical resonant cavity and a second RF receiver. The optical resonant cavities include a non-linear electro-optical material. The first RF receiver affects the first non-linear electro-optical material of the first optical resonant cavity. The second RF receiver affects the second non-linear electro-optical material of first optical resonant cavity. The optical waveguide outputs an optical output signal based on the optical input signal as modified by the first optical resonant cavity as affected by the first RF receiver receiving the first RF signal and as modified by the second optical resonant cavity as affected by the second RF receiver.
US10739386B2	Storage battery monitoring device The present invention distinguishes between short-circuit current and inrush current and only enables a protection function for short-circuit current. A storage battery monitoring device is provided with a current detection means for detecting charge/discharge current from a storage battery, a differentiating circuit for determining the current variation rate of the charge/discharge current, and a comparison means for outputting a signal according to whether the current variation rate of the charge/discharge current is larger than a preset threshold voltage. The threshold voltage is set to a value larger than the current variation rate for inrush current and smaller than that for short-circuit current.
US10739381B2	Component attachment technique using a UV-cure conductive adhesive A method of conductively bonding a test probe tip having an electrically conductive element to a device under test (DUT) having an electrical connection point, the method comprising: positioning the electrically conductive element of the test probe tip proximate to the electrical connection point of the DUT; dispensing a UV-cure conductive adhesive between the electrically conductive element and the electrical connection point of the DUT, the dispensed UV-cure conductive adhesive continuously covering at least a portion of the electrically conductive element and at least a portion of the electrical connection point of the DUT; and bonding the dispensed UV-cure conductive adhesive to the electrically conductive element and the electrical connection point of the DUT by applying UV-light from a UV-light source to the dispensed UV-cure conductive adhesive.
US10739377B2	Numerically controlled rotary probe switching device based on environment-controllable atomic force microscope A numerically controlled rotary probe switching device based on an environment-controllable atomic force microscope (AFM) includes a cavity upper cover and a probe switching structure. The cavity upper cover is provided with an irregular rectangular boss, an inner groove, a rectangular optical window structure and a sealing flange structure. The irregular rectangular boss is provided with the rectangular optical window structure; a front end of the boss is provided with the sealing flange structure; and a lower portion of the boss is provided with an inner groove for accommodating the probe switching structure and a transition groove for matching with a linear movement of a sample carrier and a rotary switching of probes. The probe switching structure is configured inside the inner groove, and the probe switching structure is provided with at least one probe assembly.
US10739372B2	Detachable probe and sealing of an integrated air data sensor A system includes a probe and a transducer. The probe is detachable and includes a mount having an outlet of a first gas path extending through the probe and a protrusion extending away from the mount. The transducer is configured to mate with the mount and includes a sealing feature adjacent an inlet of the second gas path in fluid communication with the first gas path. When the mount of the probe is adjacent the transducer, the protrusion interacts with the sealing feature such that the sealing feature is in an open position to allow air to flow from the first gas path into the second gas path. When the mount of the probe is distant from the transducer, the sealing feature is in a closed position to prevent contaminants from entering the second gas path.
US10739369B2	Device and method for accurate wind measurement A device for accurate wind measurement includes a bench carrying a camera having camera optics and a moving object connected to the camera by a string. The camera is generally directed downward and takes images of the object's movement while influenced by gravity and aerodynamic forces and is configured to stream the images to a digital signal processor or computer, which is adapted to decode the images and compute the object location and spatial angles.
US10739367B2	On-vehicle image recording apparatus, on-vehicle image recording method, and on-vehicle image recording program A driving recorder includes: an image data acquisition unit; an extraction unit; a determination unit; and a writing controller. The writing controller configured to write, when the determination unit has determined that a change in the other vehicle does not coincide with a predetermined reference change, the image data into a memory by a ring buffer form, and write, when the determination unit has determined that the change coincides with the predetermined reference change, the image data for a predetermined period of time including the plurality of pieces of image data regarding which the determination has been made in such a way that the image data is not overwritten by other data.
US10739361B2	Blood analysis method and blood test kit An object of the present invention is to provide a blood analysis method in which a high level of repeatability and reproducibility is achieved with respect to measurement values in a blood sample, and a blood test kit which is used for the blood analysis method. According to the present invention, a blood analysis method including a step of diluting a collected blood sample with a diluent solution; a step of quantitatively determining sodium ions in the diluent solution of the blood sample by using a solution containing β-galactosidase and at least one substrate which is convertible by β-galactosidase so as to determine a dilution factor from a normal value of serum and blood plasm sodium ions which are homeostatically present in the blood and the quantitative value of sodium ions; and a step of analyzing a concentration of a target component to be measured in the blood sample from the determined dilution factor and a measurement value of a concentration of the target component to be measured in the blood sample, in which the diluent solution is a diluent solution which does not contain sodium ions, is provided.
US10739360B2	Method for analyzing blood specimen, and analyzer Disclosed is an analyzing method, for analyzing a blood specimen, which includes: mixing a blood specimen and a thrombin-containing reagent to coagulate the blood specimen, and obtaining a coagulation waveform; obtaining a value of a parameter concerning differentiation of the coagulation waveform, based on the coagulation waveform; and obtaining information concerning an amount of antigen of fibrinogen based on the obtained value of the parameter.
US10739354B2	Methods for screening voltage-gated proteins In one aspect, the invention relates to a method for identifying a compound which modulates the activity of a voltage-gated protein. In certain embodiments, the voltage gate protein is a voltage-gated ion channel. In certain embodiments, the voltage-gated protein is a voltage sensitive phosphatase. In certain embodiments, the voltage-gated protein used in conjunction with the methods of the invention is modified to altered permeability or voltage sensitivity.
US10739352B2	Diagnosis and treatment of wound infection with procalcitonin as diagnostic marker A method of diagnosis or prediction of infection of a mammalian wound, said method comprising the step of detecting the presence of a cytokine selected from the group comprising procalcitonin, amino procalcitonin (N-ProCT), eotaxin, granulocyte macrophage colony stimulating factor (GM-CSF), interleukins IB monocyte chemotactic protein-1 (MCP-1), macrophage inflammatory protein-1 alpha (MIP-1a), regulated upon activation normal T expressed and secreted (RANTES) in fluid taken from the wound. Also claimed is the device for use in the method.
US10739351B2	Functional characterization of immune repertoires Provided herein are method and kits for elucidation of immunological repertoires (comprising functional pairs of immune cell receptors and antigens). In some embodiments, an immune cell receptor and an antigen that it binds to are isolated, and sequence information is obtained about the immune cell receptor and antigen. In some embodiments, an antigen expressed on a first cell and an immune cell receptor expressed on a second cell can form a synapse, mRNAs can be isolated from the resulting doublet of cells, and sequences of the functional immune cell receptor and its antigen can be obtained from the mRNAs.
US10739350B2	Method for determining analyte concentration based on slope-based compensation A biosensor system determines analyte concentration from an output signal generated from a light-identifiable species or a redox reaction of the analyte. The biosensor system adjusts a correlation for determining analyte concentrations from output signals with one or more index functions extracted from the output signals. The index functions determine at least one slope deviation value, ΔS, or normalized slope deviation from one or more error parameters. The slope-adjusted correlation between analyte concentrations and output signals may be used to determine analyte concentrations having improved accuracy and/or precision from output signals including components attributable to bias.
US10739345B2	BCR-ABL variants A splice variant of bcr-abl mRNA that produces BCR-ABL protein with a truncated C-terminus and its role in resistance to treatment with kinase inhibitors is disclosed. Vectors for expressing the truncated gene product are provided as well as recombinant cells that express the truncated gene product from a cDNA construct. Also provided are methods compositions and kits for detecting the BCR-ABL splice variant. Additionally, methods for screening BCR-ABL kinase domain inhibitors which rely on the recombinant cells and methods of predicting likelihood for resistance of a CML patient with a BCR/ABL translocation respond to treatment with one or more BCR-ABL kinase inhibitors are also disclosed.
US10739344B2	Zinc finger linker (ZnFL) antibody The present invention provides a purified antibody that recognizes the conserved zinc fingers linker region (ZnFL) in multiple KRAB-ZNF. The purified antibody recognizes at least one of a conserved zinc finger linker sequence of TGEKPY (SEQ ID NO: 1), TGEKPYK (SEQ ID NO: 2), and TGEKPYE (SEQ ID NO: 3). A method of treating a patient having cancer comprising administering an effective amount of a purified antibody recognizing at least one of a conserved zinc finger linker sequence of TGEKPY (SEQ ID NO: 1), TGEKPYK (SEQ ID NO: 2), and TGEKPYE (SEQ ID NO: 3) is set forth. A diagnostic kit and an affinity matrix detecting one of these conserved zinc finger linker sequences are disclosed. A method of detecting cancerous cells comprising subjecting a cancerous cell to a purified pan-ZNF specific antibody is provided. An antigen is provided that binds to a purified zinc finger linker antibody sequence selected from the group consisting of: SEQ ID NO:1, SEQ ID NO:2, SEQ ID NO:3, SEQ ID NO:4, SEQ ID NO:5, SEQ ID NO:6, SEQ ID NO: 7, SEQ ID NO:8, and SEQ ID NO:9.
US10739342B2	Test strip assembly comprising sample sorbent strip, flow separator, and reagent sorbent strip stacked on each other There is provided a test strip assembly for detecting the possible presence of at least one analyte in a sample, a device for detecting the possible presence of at least one analyte in a sample comprising the test strip assembly and methods of detecting the possible presence of at least one analyte in a sample using the device.
US10739339B2	Portable microarray assembly Methods and systems are provided for imaging a microarray of a microarray assembly. The microarray assembly may be configured as a protein microarray and may be used to visualize protein expression levels in sample for disease detection and/or diagnosis. In one example, the microarray assembly may comprise a laser pointed in a first direction, a camera positioned parallel to and vertically below the laser, a first dichroic mirror vertically aligned with the laser for reflecting light emitted from the laser, a second mirror vertically aligned with the camera and horizontally aligned with the first dichroic mirror, and a chip coated in a nitrocellulose film and including an array of wells containing one or more biomolecules.
US10739338B2	Shaped articles including hydrogels and methods of manufacture and use thereof The invention features shaped articles containing a structure and a hydrogel coating thereon, the hydrogel coating containing alginic acid conjugated to a polyalkylene oxide and a binding moiety. The hydrogel coating on the structure is sized and shaped to fit in a well in a microtiter plate and the coating does not cover the entire exterior of the surface. The invention further features methods of capturing targets using shaped articles and methods of preparing shaped articles.
US10739333B2	Methods of BH3 profiling In various aspects the invention provides methods of predicting sensitivity of a cancer cell to a therapeutic agent by contacting a test cell population BH3 domain peptide; measuring the amount of BH3 domain peptide induced mitochondrial outer membrane permeabilization in the test cell population; and comparing the amount of BH3 domain peptide induced mitochondrial outer membrane permeabilization in the test cell population to a control cell population that has not been contacted with the therapeutic agent. An increase in mitochondrial membrane permeabilization in the test cell population compared to the control cell population indicates the cell is sensitive to the therapeutic agent.
US10739331B2	OMA1 activity assay The present disclosure relates to methods and compositions for detecting mitochondrial dysfunction. In particular, the disclosure relates to reporter molecules that are cleavable by the zinc metalloprotease Metalloendopeptidase OMA1 (OMA1). In each embodiment, the reporter molecules of the invention are particularly useful for drug discovery and detection of diseases associated with mitochondrial dysfunction.
US10739330B2	Carbopyronone compounds useful as diagnostic adjuvants Described herein are fluorescent compounds and methods and comprising these compounds. The compounds disclosed herein are carbopyronine reagents that fluoresce in the red portion of the UV/VIS spectrum and provide bright fluorescence intensity, uniform cell staining, and good retention within live cells as well as low toxicity toward cells.
US10739329B2	Method and apparatus for non-destructive inspection of a log to identify inner zones that are free of bluestain This invention relates to a method for non-destructive inspection of a log (1) to identify inner zones of sapwood (14) of the log (1) that have not been attacked by fungi that cause bluestain in the wood. The method comprises a first step of carrying out a tomographic scan of the log (1) to be inspected using X-ray beams that pass through the log (1) and a second step of obtaining a three-dimensional representation of the log (1) that is representative of the local moisture content of the log, the local moisture content being correlated with attenuation of the X-ray beams through the log. The method comprises the step of processing the three-dimensional representation of the log (1) to identify inner regions (145) of the log (1), in which the local moisture content is greater than or equal to a moisture threshold value for a spatial extent greater than an extent threshold. The moisture threshold value corresponds, for trees of the same species as the log (1), to a sapwood (14) with local moisture content such that it excludes the growth of fungi that cause bluestain in the wood. Each inner region (145) identified in this way is classed as a sapwood (14) zone free of bluestain. This invention also relates to a procedure for obtaining one or more wooden products from a log (1), as well as an apparatus for carrying out a non-destructive inspection of a log (1).
US10739327B2	Apparatus and method for monitoring the quality of a lubricant in a compressor Provided is a monitoring apparatus used to monitor lubricating oil inside a compressor. The monitoring apparatus comprises a first capacitance detector (100), a calculation unit, and a determining unit. The first capacitance detector (100) is disposed in a compressor (10) and is completely immersed in lubricating oil (20) inside the compressor (10), and is used to detect a first capacitance value (Cn). The calculation unit calculates a relative dielectric constant of the lubricating oil inside the compressor according to the first capacitance value (Cn) detected by the first capacitance detector (100). The determining unit monitors, according to the calculated relative dielectric constant, whether quality of the lubricating oil (20) inside the compressor (10) encounters an exception. Further provided are a method for monitoring quality of lubricating oil inside a compressor and an apparatus and a method for monitoring a fluid level of lubricating oil inside a compressor. The monitoring apparatus and method may accurately monitors quality and a fluid level of lubricating oil inside a compressor, thereby reducing a monitoring cost and improving monitoring accuracy.
US10739321B2	Automated system for sample preparation and analysis A method of multiplexing the operation of a sample preparation and analysis system is disclosed. The system includes a sample preparation system capable of preparing a first sample in accordance with a first assay that is selected from a database containing a plurality of unique assays and preparing a second sample in accordance with a second, different assay. The method includes separately transporting the first and second prepared samples to an analysis station having first and second separation channels and an analyzer comprising a mass spectrometer. The method further includes simultaneously analyzing the first prepared sample with the analyzer in accordance with the first selected assay and separating the second prepared sample with the second separation channel in accordance with the second selected assay.
US10739317B2	Method for monitoring and detecting the formation of degradation in at least one moving part of a rotating mechanism and associated system A method for monitoring and detecting the formation of damage in at least one moving part of a rotary mechanism forming all or part of a kinematic transmission chain of an engine torque, the rotary mechanism equipping an aircraft, the method being implemented by a monitoring and detection system including at least one vibration sensor for measuring accelerations in at least one direction and generating a vibration signal as a function of time, the at least one vibration sensor being secured to a fixed casing of the aircraft and arranged near the rotary mechanism, at least one measuring member for measuring an angular position of the at least one moving part, each moving part including at least one degree of rotational freedom around a rotation axis.
US10739316B2	Phased array calibration for geometry and aberration correction Various approaches for calibrating the geometry of an ultrasound transducer having multiple transducer elements include providing an acoustic reflector spanning an area traversing by multiple beam paths of ultrasound waves transmitted from all (or at least some) transducer elements to a focal zone; causing the transducer elements to transmit the ultrasound waves to the focal zone; measuring reflections of the ultrasound waves off the acoustic reflector; and based at least in part on the measured reflections, determining optimal geometric parameters associated with the transducer elements.
US10739312B2	Ultrasonic inspection apparatus for a spherical body A spherical body inspection apparatus including a support arrangement realized to support a spherical body during an inspection procedure; a probe arrangement comprising a plurality of ultrasonic testing probes arranged about the spherical body such that the ultrasonic testing probes target a common test point at the surface of the spherical body; and a displacer for effecting at least one relative rotational displacement between the spherical body and the probe arrangement. Also described is a method of inspecting a spherical body.
US10739310B2	Photoionization detector ultraviolet lamp Embodiments relate generally to an ultraviolet lamp (100) for use with a photoionization detector comprising a sealed tube (102) configured to contain at least one gas; a coating (120) applied to the inner surface (110) of the sealed tube (102); and a crystal window (112) attached to the sealed tube (102), configured to allow transmittance of ultraviolet (UV) light generated within the sealed tube (102). Additional embodiments include a method of forming an ultraviolet lamp (100) for use with a photoionization detector, the method comprising applying at least one layer of a coating (120) onto an inner surface (110) of a sealed tube (102); sealing a crystal window (112) onto the sealed tube (102); filling the sealed tube (102) with at least one gas; sealing the sealed tube (102) containing the at least one gas; generating ultraviolet radiation using the at least one gas within the sealed tube (102); and directing the generated ultraviolet radiation through the crystal window (112) toward a sample gas in the photoionization detector.
US10739309B2	Dielectric barrier discharge ionization detector A dielectric barrier discharge ionization detector capable of achieving a high signal-to-noise ratio is provided. The detector includes: a discharging section for generating plasma from argon-containing gas by electric discharge; and a charge-collecting section for ionizing a component in a sample gas by an effect of the plasma and for detecting ion current formed by the ionized component. The discharging section includes a cylindrical dielectric tube having a high-voltage electrode connected to AC power source as well as upstream-side and downstream-side ground electrodes and formed on its outer circumferential wall. A semiconductor film is formed on the inner circumferential surface of the tube. The upstream-side and downstream-side ground electrodes are respectively made longer than the initiation distances for a creeping discharge between the high-voltage electrode and a tube-line tip member as well as between the high-voltage electrode and the charge-collecting section.
US10739308B2	Ion mobility analyzer and analysis method The invention provides ion mobility analyzer and analysis method. The analyzer includes an ion source, a first drift/analyzer region provided with an ions entrance, a second drift/analyzer region provided with an ions exit, a connection region connecting the first drift/analyzer region and the second drift/analyzer region, and a detector connected to the ion exit. Direct current electric fields and gas flows in the first drift/analyzer region and the second drift/analyzer region apply opposing forces on ions, and first and second gas flows have the same gas flow direction. The connection region includes a third direct current electric field that causes ions to transfer from the first drift/analyzer region to the second drift/analyzer region. Because the first and second regions have the same gas flow direction, the invention achieves stable resolution and sensitivity as a high-resolution ion mobility analyzer and/or an ion mobility filter for a continuous ion beam.
US10739305B1	Biosensing systems and methods using a FET Systems and methods for sensing analytes using an extended gate field effect transistor (EGFET) are provided. A biosensing system can utilize a biodetection layer on a substrate, which can be coupled to a field effect transistor (FET). The coupling can be such that the gate of the field effect transistor is connected to the substrate having the biodetection layer thereon. The functionalized substrate can include a well-defined area that can hold a specific, pre-determined volume of fluid on top of it. An external electrode can be dipped in the fluid and can then be connected to a power source supplying a gate voltage. The presence or concentration of the target analyte in the fluid can be determined based on the source-drain characteristics of the FET.
US10739304B2	Organic transistor-based system for electrophysiological monitoring of cells and method for the monitoring of the cells An organic transistor-based system for electrophysiological monitoring of cells is disclosed. The system includes a plurality of organic transistors each comprising: a floating gate electrode; a source electrode and a drain electrode; an organic semiconductor; an insulating layer; and a sensing area. A barrier mechanically separates said sensing area and a transistor area. Each organic transistor includes a control gate electrode coupled to a second portion of said floating gate electrode external to said sensing area by a capacitor. The control gate electrode is separated from said floating gate electrode by said insulating layer. The control gate electrode sets a working point of the organic transistor to which the control gate electrode belongs to by a control voltage (VGS) applied to it. In each organic transistor, an overlapping area defined by said control gate electrode formed above said floating gate is comprised between 910−4 cm2 and 210−3 cm2.
US10739299B2	Nanopore well structures and methods A nanopore cell may include a well having a working electrode at a bottom of the well. The well may be formed within a dielectric layer, where the sidewalls of the well may be formed of the dielectric or other materials coating the walls of the dielectric layer. Various materials having different hydrophobicity and hydrophilicity can be used to provide desired properties of the cell. The nanopore in the nanopore cell can be inserted in a membrane formed over the well. Various techniques can be used for providing a desired shape and other properties e.g., of materials and processes for forming the well.
US10739297B2	Lateral flow assay with controlled conjugate time and controlled flow time A lateral flow assay device comprising a conjugate pad for receiving a quantity of fluid; and a membrane comprising a test line for determining whether the fluid comprises a target analyte. In a first state of the lateral flow assay device, the lateral flow assay device is configured with a removable gap between the conjugate pad and the membrane which is substantially filled with air and prevents the fluid from flowing from the conjugate pad into the membrane. In a second state of the lateral flow assay device, the removable gap is removed from between the conjugate pad and the membrane causing the conjugate pad to come in contact with the membrane, allowing the fluid to flow from the conjugate pad into the membrane and the test line by capillary action.
US10739293B2	Active-electrode integrated biosensor array and methods for use thereof A method and device for performing DNA sequencing and extracting structural information from unknown nucleic acid strands. The device includes a microwell structure, where identical DNA strands are immobilized within the microwell structure on a surface of a micro-bead, an active electrode or a porous polymer. The device further includes a CMOS-integrated semiconductor integrated circuit, where the CMOS-integrated semiconductor integrated circuit includes metal layers on a silicon substrate, where the metal layers form an active electrode biosensor. In addition, a sensing electrode is formed by creating openings in a passivation layer of the CMOS-integrated semiconductor integrated circuit to hold a single bead, on which the DNA strands are immobilized.
US10739292B1	Systems for detecting cracks in windows A system such as a vehicle may have windows with one or more conductive layers. The conductive layers may form part of an infrared-light-blocking layer or other layer. The infrared-light-blocking layer or other layer may be formed as a coating on a transparent structural window layer such as an outer or inner glass layer in a laminated window or may be embedded in a polymer layer between the outer and inner layers. Segmented terminals and elongated terminals that may extend past two or more segmented terminals may be coupled to the edges of the conductive layers. Using these terminals, control circuitry can apply localized ohmic heating currents and can make resistance measurements on the conductive layers to detect cracks.
US10739291B2	Microelectronic fluid detector A resistive microelectronic fluid sensor implemented as an integrated voltage divider circuit can sense the presence of a fluid within a fluid reservoir, identify the fluid, and monitor fluid temperature or volume. Such a sensor has biomedical, industrial, and consumer product applications. After fluid detection, the fluid can be expelled from the reservoir and replenished with a fresh supply of fluid. A depression at the bottom of the sample reservoir allows a residual fluid to remain undetected so as not to skew the measurements. Electrodes can sense variations in the resistivity of the fluid, indicating a change in the fluid chemical composition, volume, or temperature. Such fluctuations that can be electrically sensed by the voltage divider circuit can be used as a thermal actuator to trigger ejection of all or part of the fluid sample.
US10739288B2	Apparatus and method for testing conductivity of graphene According to the present invention, oxidized and reduced regions of graphene can be accurately detected in a short time using a terahertz wave so as to measure the conductivity of graphene, and thus the time required to test the conductivity of graphene can be reduced. In addition, when an oxidized region exists in graphene, the oxidized region can be immediately reduced by irradiating an electromagnetic wave thereto so as to increase the conductivity of graphene and thus minimize the time required to restore graphene.
US10739276B2	Minimizing filed size to reduce unwanted stray light Stray and air scattered light can be reduced by configuring a size of the collection area of a sensor, which reduces a source of sensitivity-limiting noise in the system. By adjusting a size of the collection area, stray deep ultraviolet light and air-scattered deep ultraviolet light can be reduced. A servo can control a position of an illumination spot that is collected by the time delay and integration sensor.
US10739275B2	Simultaneous multi-directional laser wafer inspection Disclosed is apparatus for inspecting a sample. The apparatus includes illumination optics for simultaneously directing a plurality of incident beams at a plurality of azimuth angles towards a sample and collection optics for directing a plurality of field portions of output light from two or more of the plurality of angles towards two or more corresponding sensors. The two or more sensors are arranged for receiving the field portions corresponding to two or more angles and generating two or more corresponding images. The apparatus further comprises a processor for analyzing the two or more images to detect defects on the sample.
US10739274B2	Imaging support device and imaging support method The imaging support device includes: a distance information-acquisition unit (20) that acquires distance information on a distance between an imaging device (200) and the surface to be imaged of a structure; an inclination angle information-acquisition unit (22) that acquires inclination angle information on an inclination angle of the surface to be imaged of the structure; an actual pixel density-calculation unit (24) that calculates actual pixel density of the surface to be imaged of the structure on the basis of imaging performance information of the imaging device (200) (including information on the number of pixels of an imaging element, size information of the imaging element, and information on a focal length), distance information, and inclination angle information; and a pixel density-determination unit (26) that determines whether or not the calculated actual pixel density matches required pixel density information.
US10739273B2	Inspection apparatus and inspection method An inspection apparatus for inspecting an inspection object having a coating layer includes: multiple light emitters configured to emit light beams each having an annular cross-section onto the coating layer; an imaging unit configured to take an image of a light beam reflected on the coating layer; a counter configured to count the number of annular light beam images per unit area in the image taken by the imaging unit; and a thickness determination unit configured to determine whether or not the thickness of the coating layer is acceptable, based on the number of the annular light beam images counted by the counter.
US10739271B2	Gemstone periphery light qualification system A gemstone periphery light qualification system that includes a gemstone parameter instrument, a periphery light gauge and a qualifier. The gemstone parameter instrument provides gemstone parameters where the gemstone parameters can provide a girdle dimension. The periphery light gauge that generates a periphery light score using the gemstone parameters and a known lighting configuration to quantify the light performance of the periphery of the top view of the cut gemstone. The qualifier that uses the girdle dimension and the periphery light score to generate a qualified gemstone size rating.
US10739270B2	Rapid field testing method for detecting lubricant or refrigerant additives A method for operating a field testing device to detect an additive in a refrigerant and/or lubricant. The method includes mixing a reactive medium with the refrigerant and/or lubricant. The reactive medium is configured to react with any additive present in the lubricant and/or refrigerant to form a product that has a different color than the reactive medium. The method also includes determining the additive concentration of the lubricant and/or refrigerant by utilizing the color of the reaction mixture. The field operating device is portable such that the additive concentration may be determined while in the field.
US10739266B2	Multiview light-sheet microscopy A live biological specimen is imaged by generating a plurality of light sheets; directing the plurality of light sheets along an illumination axis through the biological specimen such that the light sheets spatially and temporally overlap within the biological specimen along an image plane, and optically interact with the biological specimen within the image plane; and recording, at each of a plurality of views, images of the fluorescence emitted along a detection axis from the biological specimen due to the optical interaction between the light sheets and the biological specimen. The temporal overlap is within a time shift that is less than a resolution time that corresponds to a spatial resolution limit of the microscope.
US10739260B2	Optical analyzing device This optical analyzing device is provided with a light source, a detector, a substrate having a metal film on at least one surface thereof, and an optical element for introducing a light beam from the light source to the substrate and delivering the light beam from the substrate toward the detector. A plurality of sample regions for holding samples are provided on the metal film; and a portion of the light beam from the light source is irradiated to any one of the sample regions, is reflected, at least once, by the surface of the substrate on the opposite side of the side on which the sample regions are provided, and is not irradiated to a sample region other than the aforementioned sample region in the path thereof until the portion of the light beam is delivered by the optical element.
US10739259B2	Systems and methods for measuring reflectivity of a painted object A system for measuring the reflectivity of a painted object includes an electromagnetic wave source that emits an electromagnetic wave, a panel that holds the painted object, with the panel being movable to adjust an incident angle of the electromagnetic wave onto the panel, a reflector to receive and direct electromagnetic waves that are reflected by the painted object towards the reflector, a detector to detect an intensity of electromagnetic waves, and a control unit. The control unit is communicatively connected to the panel and to the detector. The control unit determines the incident angle of the electromagnetic wave, receives the intensity of the electromagnetic wave detected by the detector, and determines the reflectivity of the painted object as a function of the intensity of the electromagnetic wave detected by the detector over a predetermined range of incident angle values.
US10739256B1	Spectroscopy system with beat component A light ranging and detection system achieving reconfigurable very wide field of view, high sampling of spatial points per second with high optical power handling by using architecture to efficiently combine different wavelengths, time and frequency coding, and spatial selectivity. The transmitter is capable of generating multiple narrow beams, encoding different beams and transmitting in different spatial directions. The receiver can differentiate and extract range and reflectivity information of reflected beams. Three dimensional imaging of the environment is achieved by scanning the field of view of the transmitter. Control and signal processing electronic circuitries fabricated in a chip are packaged together with a chip containing the photonic components of the ranging system. The light ranging and detection system generates a THz beam in addition to an optical beam, and both beams combined allow reconfigurable spectroscopy.
US10739255B1	Trace moisture analyzer instrument, gas sampling and analyzing system, and method of detecting trace moisture levels in a gas An analyzer instrument, gas sampling and analyzing system, and method are disclosed for detecting water vapor in gas using tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy at a wavelength of 1871 nm plus or minus 2 nm.
US10739253B2	Methods, systems, and devices for calibrating light sensing devices Systems, devices and methods for calibrating or increasing the accuracy of light sensing devices. The methods can include calibrating a light sensing device with a calibration source that is adapted to mimic at least one representative spectrum.
US10739252B2	Terahertz antenna based on multi-frequency transmission switching and spectral detection device thereof The present application relates to a terahertz transmitting antenna including a microstrip feed line, a substrate, at least two antenna switches, at least one conducting plate, an insulating layer and at least two antenna patches. The terahertz transmitting antenna is provided with at least two antenna switches and at least two corresponding antenna patches, which substantially increases a transmitting bandwidth and a corresponding transmitting power of the terahertz transmitting antenna. The terahertz transmitting antenna with the increased transmitting bandwidth and the increased transmitting power can be applied to a small sized terahertz spectral detection device to assist the transmitting source to transmit the signal in the terahertz band. The terahertz transmitting antenna adopting the multi-frequency switching technology can reduce an operation time of a spectral fingerprint recognition algorithm to rapid identify specific target substances.
US10739251B2	High temporal resolution Mueller matrix elliptical polarization measuring device and method The present invention discloses a high temporal resolution Mueller matrix elliptical polarization measuring device and method. In the incident light path, four polarization modulation channels are used to split and modulate a pulse laser beam into four polarized beams in independent polarization states. Due to different light path differences, the pulse beams have a time interval of several nanoseconds, and thus four pulse laser beams are successively irradiated on the surface of the sample. In the reflected light path, six channel polarization detection modules are used to synchronously measure the Stokes vectors of the reflected beams on the sample surface. By using known incident and reflected Stokes vectors of the four pulse beams, linear equations can be solved to obtain the Mueller matrix of the sample.
US10739248B2	Sample behavior analyzer control Methods and systems are disclosed for controlling a particle analyzer based at least in part on a generated entrainment factor for a sample. The features include flowing a sample with a series of particles through the particle analyzer, detecting events and calculating an expected frequency of those events based on a distribution, such as a Poisson distribution, and measuring an observed frequency of particle events. An entrainment factor may be generated from a ratio of observed event frequency to expected event frequency. Further adjustment to the particle analyzer maybe performed based on the indicated entrainment factor such as adjusted sorting bias.
US10739246B2	Flow cytometry evaluation for unassociated virus-size particles having an adenovirus epitope A method for evaluating a biological material for unassociated virus-size particles having an adenovirus epitope uses a fluorescent antibody stain specific for binding with the epitope and a fluid sample with the virus-size particles and fluorescent antibody stain is subjected to flow cytometry with identification of fluorescent emission detection events indicative of passage through a flow cell of a flow cytometer of unassociated labeled particles of virus size including such a virus-size particle and fluorescent antibody stain.
US10739245B2	Compact multi-color flow cytometer A system, an apparatus, and a method are provided for a modular flow cytometer with a compact size. In one embodiment, the modular flow cytometry system includes the following: a laser system for emitting laser beams; a flow cell assembly positioned to receive the laser beams at an interrogation region of a fluidics stream where fluoresced cells scatter the laser beams into fluorescent light; a fiber assembly positioned to collect the fluorescent light; and a grating system including a dispersive element and a receiver assembly, wherein the dispersive element is positioned to receive the fluorescent light from the fiber assembly and to direct spectrally dispersed light toward the receiver assembly.
US10739240B2	Particle analyzer A particle analyzer (1) includes a measurement cell (2) and a measurement section (10). The particle analyzer (1) further includes a migration section. The migration section includes magnets (3a and 3b), electrodes (4a, 4b, and 4c), a power source (5), and a laser light source (6). The migration section causes migration of particles contained in a medium loaded into the measurement cell (2) by at least two of a magnetophoresis method, a dielectrophoresis method, an electromagnetophoresis method, and a photophoresis method. The measurement section (10) performs determination of a physical quantity of the particles and determination of a migration rate of the particles.
US10739238B2	Apparatus and method for determining the hardness of a granular material An apparatus and method for determining the hardness of a granular material, comprises a base plate member, a sample cup for holding the granular material, an upper plate member, a crusher assembly and a crusher hammer release mechanism. The base plate member includes an upper surface with a recess for holding the sample cup. The upper plate member is positioned above and separated from the base plate member utilizing at least one separator post. The crusher assembly includes a crusher shaft, a crusher weight, a crusher hammer and a linear roller bearing having a retaining ring configured to slidably engage the crusher shaft through a conduit with the crusher weight and the crusher hammer positioned above and below the upper plate member respectively. The crusher hammer release mechanism includes a pair of levers operably connected to a latch cable having a latch pin that runs through a compression spring.
US10739236B1	Apparatus and method for vortex mixing and cell disruption of a laboratory sample An apparatus having a plate mountable on an oscillating multi-function tool and having a plurality of sample apertures sized to receive sample vials. The sample apertures may be lined with resilient grommets or have a chamfered edge. The apparatus may further have a weighted base and housing with vibrating isolation means for holding the tool during operation. The apparatus may further have a timer to allow for timed operation. The method including providing a plate mounted on the arbor of an oscillating multi-function tool, inserting a sample vial in a sample aperture and turning on the tool. The method may further include operating the tool for a fixed time and providing a housing and base to hold the tool during operation.
US10739230B2	System and method for detecting anomaly of a machine tool A self-aware machine platform is implemented through analyzing operational data of machining tools to achieve machine tool damage assessment, prediction and planning in manufacturing shop floor. Machining processes are first identified by matching similar processes through an ICP algorithm. Machining processes are further clustered by Hotelling's T-squared statistics. Degradation of the machining tool is detected through a trend of the operational data within a cluster of machining processes by a monotonicity test, and the remaining useful life of the machining tool is predicted through a particle filter by extrapolating the trend under a first-order Markov process. In addition, process anomalies across machines are detected through a combination of outlier detection methods including SOMs, multivariate regression, and robust Mahalanobis distance. Warnings and recommendations are flexibly provided to manufacturing shop floor based on policy choice.
US10739223B2	Hydrostatic pressure test method and apparatus A method of pressure testing a closed hydraulic system for leaks includes heating or cooling pressure intensification fluid before it enters the closed hydraulic system under pressure. The closed hydraulic system may be for example a blowout preventer for an oil/gas well, a manifold system or tubulars. The intensification fluid is heated or cooled to a temperature at or near the temperature of the fluid within the closed hydraulic system.
US10739219B2	Ion channel pressure sensor and manufacturing method of the same Provided are an ion channel pressure sensor and a manufacturing method of the same. The ion channel pressure sensor includes: a bottom storage including a bottom storage space in which an electrolyte is stored; a top storage including a top storage space in which an electrolyte is stored; a membrane disposed between the bottom storage and the top storage, the membrane including a plurality of through-holes; a plate-shaped bottom support disposed on a bottom surface of the bottom storage; a plate-shaped top support disposed on a top surface of the top storage; a power supply configured to apply a voltage between the electrolyte stored in the bottom storage space and the electrolyte stored in the top storage space; and an ammeter configured to detect a current flowing to the power supply.
US10739214B2	Water structure health sensing distributed optical fiber calibration system and method A wading structure health sensing distributed optical fiber calibration system and a method includes a heat insulation barrel, and calibration modules located in the inner ring of the barrel, the calibration module comprises a through-shaft, a first electronic thermometer and a second electronic thermometer, an optical cable to be calibrated is twisted on the through-shaft and is connected to an optical fiber temperature demodulator outside the heat insulation barrel, the first and second electronic thermometers are respectively connected to first and second temperature control meters outside the barrel, a temperature source wire for heating water in the barrel arranged in the wall of the barrel, the temperature source wire connected to a power temperature control meter outside the barrel, and the first temperature control meter connected to cooling and heating devices simultaneously through leads of the first temperature control meter.
US10739213B2	Temperature and humidity sensor In order to provide a temperature and humidity sensor with improved reliability, the temperature and humidity sensor in which all or part of a case of the temperature and humidity sensor is inserted into a main duct for causing gas to pass through and which detects humidity of the gas, includes: a first sub-passage configured as a part of the case, a part of the gas passing through the main duct flowing in substantially the same direction as a flow in the main duct; a throttle section provided between an inlet and an outlet of the first sub-passage and on an inner surface of the first sub-passage, the throttle section having a throttle whose cross-sectional area is smaller than an average cross-sectional area of the entire first sub-passage; and a second sub-passage which connects an upstream side and a downstream side of the throttle section and is different from the first sub-passage. The first sub-passage and an inlet and an outlet of the second sub-passage are connected via respective connection ports, and the connection port between the inlet of the second sub-passage and the first sub-passage or the connection port between the outlet of the second sub-passage and the first sub-passage is provided on a side where a throttle is not provided when viewed from an axis in an upstream and downstream direction of the flow in the first sub-passage.
US10739211B2	Chipless RFID-based temperature threshold sensor Provided herein are chipless radio-frequency identification (RFID)-based sensors that exhibit an altered electromagnetic signature when sensor-specific temperature threshold is crossed.
US10739203B2	Magnetic field communication system and method A magnetic field communication system and method is devised for communicating a signal indicating an internal state of a bearing through a magnetic field and for converting the signal communicating through the magnetic field into power to analyze the internal state of the bearing. The system includes a sensor unit disposed inside a bearing and an adapter disposed outside the bearing. The sensor unit includes a sensor to detect a temperature of oil inside the bearing and to output a sensing signal indicative of the detected oil temperature, and an interface to convert the outputted sensing signal into a magnetic field signal and to transmit the magnetic field signal outside the bearing. The adapter receives the transmitted magnetic field signal from the sensor unit and analyzes the received magnetic field signal in order to determine a status of the oil temperature.
US10739202B2	Smart device and method for controlling same The present application discloses a smart device comprising a temperature sensor, and a method for controlling the same. The present application relates to a smart device comprising a temperature sensor for measuring the temperature of a certain object at a position spaced a certain distance from the object and having a measurement range varying according to the distance from the object. The present application provides a method for controlling a smart device comprising the steps of: measuring a distance from the smart device to the object for measuring the temperature of the object; if the measurement range of the temperature sensor at the measured position is not placed within the object, notifying a user that the temperature of the object cannot be measured; and directing the user to place the measurement range within the object.
US10739200B2	Paint switch test device and method A paint swatch test device includes a transparent or translucent substrate, such as a sheet of polymeric material, and a plurality of different primer coating patches on the substrate. The patches preferably form a grayscale series of neutral white and gray primer patches having stepwise increments in light reflectance values. The patches can also be provided on an opaque substrate. The color suitability and/or hiding power of a topcoat paint desired to be applied to a surface to be painted can be determined by coating the topcoat paint on at least a portion of a surface of the transparent or translucent substrate, providing a grayscale series of patches between the paint coating and the surface to be painted, and observing the appearance of the paint coating where patches are beneath the coating and where patches are not beneath the coating.
US10739199B1	Chromatographic offline sample preparation and storage for sample analysis A system includes a sample selector device, a chromatographic column selectively connectable to the sample selector device, and a spectrometry analysis device selectively connectable to the sample selector device. The sample selector device is configured to supply multiple individual samples to the chromatographic column to separate components of the individual samples. The sample selector device is also configured to store the separated components of the individual samples. The sample selector device is further configured to supply the separated components of the individual samples to the spectrometry analysis device. In embodiments of the disclosure, the components of the individual samples can be chromatographically separated while the spectrometry analysis device is offline.
US10739191B2	Determining a beam profile of a laser beam The present disclosure relates to a method for determining a beam profile of a laser beam, which is positioned by a scanner device in a processing field. The method includes: arranging at least one retroreflector in the processing field for irradiating powder layers of the scanner device; detecting laser radiation reflected back into the scanner device while the laser beam is scanned over the retroreflector; and determining the beam profile of the laser beam by using the laser radiation detected during the scanning travel over the retroreflector.
US10739189B2	Multispectral ranging/imaging sensor arrays and systems A multispectral sensor array can include a combination of ranging sensor channels (e.g., LIDAR sensor channels) and ambient-light sensor channels tuned to detect ambient light having a channel-specific property (e.g., color). The sensor channels can be arranged and spaced to provide multispectral images of a field of view in which the multispectral images from different sensors are inherently aligned with each other to define an array of multispectral image pixels. Various optical elements can be provided to facilitate imaging operations. Light ranging/imaging systems incorporating multispectral sensor arrays can operate in rotating and/or static modes.
US10739186B2	Bi-directional weight cell A weight cell including first and second bi-directional memory elements each configured to switch between a first resistance state and a second resistance state different than the first resistance state. A first input line is connected to a first terminal of the first bi-directional memory element, and a second input line is connected to the first terminal of the second bi-directional memory element. A first diode in forward bias connects the second terminal of the first bi-directional memory element to a first output line, a second diode in reverse bias connects the second terminal of the second bi-directional memory element to a second output line, a third diode in reverse bias connects the second terminal of the first bi-directional memory element to the second output line, and a fourth diode in forward bias connects the second terminal of the second bi-directional memory element to the first output line.
US10739184B2	Vehicle occupant classification systems and methods Techniques are disclosed for systems and methods to detect and/or classify a vehicle occupant, such as a passenger seated within the cockpit of a vehicle. An occupant classification system includes an occupant weight sensor, an occupant presence sensor, and a logic device configured to communicate with the occupant weight sensor and the occupant presence sensor. The logic device is configured to receive occupant weight sensor signals from the occupant weight sensor and occupant presence sensor signals from the occupant presence sensor, determine an estimated occupant weight and an occupant presence response based, at least in part, on the occupant weight sensor signals and the occupant presence sensor signals, and determine an occupant classification status corresponding to the passenger seat based, at least in part, on the estimated occupant weight and/or the occupant presence response.
US10739183B2	Device for the individualized monitoring of the feed conversion ratio of poultry and installation comprising said device The invention relates to a device (100) for the individualized monitoring of the feed conversion ratio of poultry comprising: a weighing station (30) comprising side walls and a front wall defining an available internal volume able to contain a bird, a bird identification means (40), able to identify one bird positioned in the available internal volume of the weighing station (30) and to provide identification information of the bird, a bird weighing means (10), able to measure the weight of one bird positioned in the available internal volume of the weighing station (30) and to provide weight information of the bird, a feeder (50) containing poultry feed, coupled to a feed weighing means (20) able to measure the weight of the feed contained in the feeder (50) and to provide weight information of the feed, wherein said feeder (50) comprises a dispensing area (51), wherein said dispensing area (51) is accessible only to one bird positioned in the available internal volume of the weighing station (30), and a data processing module ( ) coupled to the bird weighing means (10) and to the feed weighing means (20) able to generate a feed conversion ratio from the weight information provided by the weighing means (10) and by the feed weighing means (20), for the bird identified from the identification information provided.
US10739182B2	Apparatuses, systems, and methods for determining fluid levels in objects A fluid level determining system is for determining a fluid level of a fluid in a reservoir having an interior surface and an opposite, exterior surface. The fluid level determining system includes an emitter configured to be positioned along the exterior surface of the reservoir and emit signals into the reservoir and a receiver configured to be positioned along the exterior surface of the reservoir such that the receiver is oriented in the direction of the emitter. The receiver is configured to receive signals from the emitter passing out of the reservoir. The signals received by the receiver are attenuated relative to the signals emitted by the emitter into the reservoir. A controller is in communication with the receiver and configured to determine the fluid level based on the signals received by the receiver.
US10739181B2	Liquid level indicating In some examples, a liquid container comprises a chamber forming a volume containing a liquid, an elongated strip extending into the volume containing the liquid, the strip supported along a side of the volume such that a face of the strip adjacent the side of the volume is not opposed by the liquid, a plurality of heaters supported by the strip along the strip, and a plurality of temperature sensors supported by the strip along the strip.
US10739180B2	Determining a volume of gas inside a liquid supply system A known volume of liquid is delivered to a liquid supply system. A first pressure of the liquid supply system after delivery of a first known volume of liquid into the liquid supply system is determined. A second pressure of the liquid supply system after delivery of a second known volume of liquid into the liquid supply system is determined. The volume of compressible gas trapped in the liquid supply system is determined from the second known volume of delivered liquid and the first and second pressures.
US10739176B2	Flow rate sensor having temperature detectors and heat element provided on different insulator layers of diaphragm part A disclosed flow rate sensor has a heat element and a plurality of temperature detectors, and in a state in which the heat element generates heat, a flow rate of a fluid flowing on the temperature detectors is detected, based on temperature detection results of each of the temperature detectors. The flow rate sensor includes a semiconductor substrate having a frame shape with an opening, a diaphragm part provided on the semiconductor substrate, and the heat element and the plurality of temperature detectors provided on the diaphragm part. The diaphragm part has a thin film structure part that covers the opening, and in a plan view, the plurality of temperature detectors are arranged in a periphery of the heat element.
US10739174B2	Method and system of acoustic wave measurement of axial velocity distribution and flow rate A method is provided to measure a distribution of axial velocities and a flowrate in a pipe or a vessel. The method comprises selecting a single cross-section at a stable-flow segment in a pipe or a vessel, installing a plurality of acoustic wave sensors along a peripheral wall of the pipe or the vessel to form a plurality of effective sound wave paths; measuring sound wave travelling time on each sound wave path; substituting the measured sound wave travelling time into the model formula based on a sound path refraction principle for reconstruction calculation to obtain a distribution of axial velocity in the measured cross-section of the pipe or the vessel, u(x,y); and integrating the distribution of the axial velocity u(x,y) along the cross-section to obtain a flow rate. A system is also provided to measure an axial velocity distribution and a flow rate in a pipe or a vessel.
US10739172B2	Measuring device A measuring device has a measuring tube to be traversed by a medium in a throughflow direction as well as a magneto-inductive measuring device and an acoustic measuring device, which each are arranged on the measuring tube. The magneto-inductive measuring device comprises at least one coil that generates a magnetic field extending through the interior of the measuring tube as well as two electrodes arranged on the measuring tube, which can pick up a measurement signal. The acoustic measuring device comprises at least one portion of a wall of the measuring tube that serves as a waveguide for surface acoustic waves and forms a boundary surface to the medium, and at least one transmitter for exciting surface acoustic waves in the waveguide and at least one receiver for receiving surface acoustic waves from the waveguide, which at a distance from each other are acoustically coupled to the waveguide, wherein the distance between transmitter and receiver is chosen such that acoustic waves excited by the transmitter at least sectionally can propagate through the medium. The transmitter and receiver of the acoustic measuring device are arranged in series with respect to the throughflow direction.
US10739171B2	Vortex flowmeter A menu navigation engine that enables user configuration of a vortex flowmeter. The vortex flowmeter includes a memory device and a processor, among other hardware components. Software instructions stored on the memory device and executable by the processor implement the menu navigation engine by displaying use case identifiers on the user interface, receiving selections of use case identifiers via the user interface, generating a formatted hierarchical tree of vortex flowmeter configuration nodes associated with the selected use case, and displaying the generated tree on the user interface.
US10739167B2	Measurement method using an inductive displacement sensor A measurement method using an inductive displacement sensor including a magnetic core and transformer with a primary winding and two secondary windings. The method includes an excitation phase of applying an AC excitation voltage across the primary winding terminals; acquisition phase for acquiring and digitizing two measurement voltages across the two secondary windings' terminals; first main processing phase performed on two measurement voltages including the steps of: multiplying the measurement voltage by a reference sine wave and reference cosine wave to obtain two resulting signals; carrying out a first integration of each resulting signal over a sliding window with width equal to the excitation period to obtain two integrated signals; carrying out a second integration of each integrated signal over a sliding window with width equal to half an excitation period to obtain two doubly integrated signals; producing amplitude of the measurement voltage from the doubly integrated signals; first final processing phase for producing a positional estimate of the magnetic core from the amplitudes of the two measurement voltages.
US10739163B2	Sensor assembly for determining a number of rotations of a permanent magnet A sensor assembly for determining a number of rotations of a permanent magnet includes a first sensor. The permanent magnet has an axis of rotation, end surfaces lying in an X-Y plane, a central axis, and exactly two poles. The two poles are disposed in the X-Y plane on mutually opposite sides of the permanent magnet so that the permanent magnet is magnetized diametrically. The first sensor is axially fixed and rotationally displaceable relative to the permanent magnet. The first sensor is disposed at a first distance axially offset from the permanent magnet and at a second distance radially offset from the axis of rotation. The second distance is selected so that a vector sum of a radial flux density and a tangential flux density is not less than a first limit value and does not exceed a second limit value.
US10739160B2	Road frustration index risk mapping and mitigation A system for determining a road frustration index value includes a vehicle and a user computing device within the vehicle and a remote computing system, where a telematics system associated with the vehicle senses a speed of the vehicle. The computing device calculates, in near real-time and based on vehicle speed information and the road class of one or more route segments of a travel route, a first frustration level value associated with the driver of the vehicle and identify, based on whether the first frustration level value meets a criterion, an alternate route segment having second frustration level value predicted to be less than the first frustration level value. The remote computing system receives information associated with the first route segment and the alternate route segment and calculates insurance cost based on the road frustration index values associated with a route traveled in the vehicle.
US10739158B2	Systems and method for using visual landmarks in initial navigation A route from a current location of a portable device to a destination is determined, where the route includes a sequence of directed sections. Navigation instructions to guide a user of the portable device along the route to the destination are generated. To this end, candidate navigation landmarks perceptible within a 360-degree range of the current location of the portable device are identified, a navigation landmark disposed in a direction substantially opposite to the direction of the first one in the sequence of directed sections is selected from among the candidate navigation landmarks, and an initial instruction in the navigation instructions is generated and provided via a user interface of the portable device. The initial instruction references the selected navigation landmark.
US10739157B2	Grouping maneuvers for display in a navigation presentation Some embodiments of the invention provide several novel methods for generating a navigation presentation that displays a device navigating a route on a map. The method of some embodiments uses a virtual camera that, based on detected changes in the navigation context, dynamically modifies the way it captures portions of the map to produce different navigation scenes in the navigation presentation. To generate the navigation scenes, the method of some embodiments (1) identifies different sets of attributes that describe the different navigation contexts at different times during the navigation presentation, and (2) uses these different sets of attributes to identify different styles for operating the virtual camera. In some embodiments, the method uses an identified style to specify the virtual camera's positional attributes, which, in turn, define the portions of the map that the virtual camera identifies for rendering to produce several navigation scenes for a period of time (e.g., until the navigation context changes, or until the navigation presentation ends when the navigation context does not change again). During the navigation presentation, each time the navigation context changes, the identified set of attributes may change. This change, in turn, may cause the method of some embodiments to select a new style for operating the virtual camera. When the style for operating the virtual camera changes, the method of some embodiments modifies the way the virtual camera captures the portion of the map to render.
US10739156B2	Electronic apparatus and control method thereof Provided herein is control method of an electronic apparatus, comprising: identifying a line region from a driving-related image data of a vehicle; generating a line information corresponding to a lane where the vehicle is located from an image data of the identified line region portion; generating a position information of a lane where the vehicle is located, using at least one of the generated line information and the lane information of a road where the vehicle is located; and performing a driving-related guide of the vehicle using the generated lane position information.
US10739154B2	System and method for vehicle fuel consumption optimization A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium may comprise instructions stored thereon for controlling operation of a vehicle travelling from a starting location to a target location. When executed by at least one processor, the instructions may be configured to cause a computing system to generate a travel itinerary for the vehicle to travel over different road segments at respective speeds between the starting location and the target location subject to an arrival time deadline for arriving at the target location, the different road segments being selected on a map to minimize a total fuel consumption of the vehicle in travelling from the starting location to the target location, and send the travel itinerary to a vehicle operator to operate the vehicle to travel over different road segments at respective speeds between the starting location and the target location.
US10739153B2	Auxiliary navigational assistance Auxiliary navigational assistance is provided by determining, by one or more processors, that a user traveling along a specified travel route with the assistance of a navigation system can use additional navigational assistance at a particular region of the specified travel route. Based on the determining, the one or more processors assign an unmanned vehicle to assist the user in traveling through the particular region along the specified travel route. Further, the one or more processors provide one or more auxiliary instructions to the user's navigation system directing the user to reference the unmanned vehicle within the particular region to assist the user in traveling through the particular region along the specified travel route. In operation, the particular region overlaps only a portion of the specified travel route.
US10739148B2	Routing device that modifies route guidance based on user input A vehicle routing device that determines a route from an origin to a destination including route guidance. The route guidance is modified based on user input. The modification can supply increased or reduced route guidance at intervals along the route. Route guidance may be modified to incorporate landmarks and personal contacts.
US10739147B2	Hierarchical route generation, provision, and selection An example method receives sensor data of a vehicle at a localized server associated with a particular geographic region that has one or more roadway segments. The vehicle is located in the particular geographic region. The method analyzes the sensor data to determine one or more of a localized lane option and a localized path option for navigating the vehicle and provides the one or more of the lane and the path for navigating the vehicle to a centralized server executing a route planer. The centralized server has data covering a plurality of geographic regions. The method determines a centralized route option including one or more of the localized lane option and the localized path option and provides the centralized route option including the one or more of the localized lane option and the localized path option to a guidance selector of a navigation application of the vehicle for processing.
US10739145B2	Communication terminal, server device, movement guidance system, and computer program A communication terminal is connected to a server and provides movement guidance for a mobile unit based on guidance information delivered from the server. The terminal requests the server for update information for updating area identification information that identifies a section corresponding to an update target area and a section not corresponding to the update target area on a section-by-section basis. The update target area is an area whose terminal-side map information included in the communication terminal is an older version. The terminal updates the area identification information based on the update information transmitted from the server, requests the server for guidance information for providing movement guidance for the mobile unit based on the updated area identification information, and provides the movement guidance for the mobile unit based on the guidance information delivered from the server.
US10739144B2	Map information update system and map information update server A map information update system includes a map database; a server; a vehicle position recognition unit configured to recognizes a vehicle position of a vehicle on a map; an external environment information generation unit configured to generate external environment information related to an external environment of the vehicle in association with the vehicle position on the map based on the vehicle position on the map and a detection result of a sensor mounted on the vehicle; a map freshness calculation unit configured to calculate map freshness per area set in advance on map information; a awarding unit configured to award a user of the vehicle or the vehicle an incentive point which is set in advance in accordance with the map freshness of the area corresponding to the external environment information, when the external environment information is transmitted to the server from the vehicle; and a user interaction unit.
US10739143B2	Methods and control units for building a database and for predicting a route of a vehicle Provided are methods and control units for building a database and for predicting a route of a vehicle, and estimating length of the predicted route. The method comprises determining geographical position of the vehicle; detecting a cell border of a cell in a grid-based representation of a landscape, in a database, corresponding to the geographical position; determining that the vehicle is entering the cell at the cell border; extracting a stored driving direction at the cell border from the database; detecting a cell border of a neighbor cell, in the driving direction at the cell border; repeating step and; predicting the route of the vehicle; and estimating the length of the predicted route by adding an estimated distance through each cell of the predicted route.
US10739139B1	Calculating moment of inertia tensors of aerial vehicles Moments of inertia for an object, such as an aerial vehicle, may be determined by suspending the object from at least two filars, or cables, that are aligned in parallel and of equal length. After imparting a rotation upon the object about a vertical axis, data regarding oscillations of the object may be captured using an inertial measurement unit associated with the object. The captured data may be used to calculate a moment of inertia about the vertical axis, and to determine a vector corresponding to the vertical axis. After suspending the object, imparting rotations to the object and capturing data with the object in a number of orientations, a moment of inertia tensor may be calculated about the object's principal axes based on the moments of inertia about vertical axes in such orientations and the vectors.
US10739138B2	Information processing apparatus and control method An information processing apparatus includes a distance calculation unit to calculate a moving distance of a user by using an absolute position of the user measured by an absolute positioning unit and a control unit to perform control to turn off the absolute positioning unit in a case where the moving distance becomes a predetermined distance.
US10739136B2	Ascent rate indicator mechanism and diver's watch comprising such a mechanism An ascent rate indicator mechanism includes a first wheel set and a pressure sensor. The first wheel set is connected to the pressure sensor driven in rotation by a pressure variation. The mechanism further includes a second wheel set driven by the first wheel set in a single direction of rotation from a start position into a measurement position corresponding to a decrease in pressure, uncoupling and return structure to be actuated at regular intervals to uncouple the second wheel set and to return it to the start position, an ascent rate display mechanism connected to the second wheel set and including an indicator member arranged to occupy, at each regular interval, a display position representative of the decrease in pressure during the interval, and synchronization structure actuated at each regular interval and arranged to maintain the display position of the indicator member during the regular interval.
US10739135B2	Distance measuring apparatus A distance measuring apparatus includes a light source, a light source controller, a light receiver including pixels arranged two-dimensionally, an exposure controller, and a signal processor. The light receiver outputs, to the signal processor, a signal corresponding to the amount of electric charge accumulated in the accumulator. The signal processor determines that the interference is present when at least one of (i) a ratio between signal levels of the same pixel included in the pixels, the signal levels representing respective amounts of electric charge in respective exposure periods and (ii) a ratio between signal levels of the first and second pixels exceeds a predetermined threshold with respect to a determination criterion that is based on a difference between a period in which a read gate of the first pixel is open and a period in which a read gate of the second pixel is open.
US10739133B1	Method for determining a surface characteristic of a roadway using infrared radiation and an imaging device A method for determining a characteristic of a construction material is provided. The method includes imaging the construction material and determining a characteristic of the construction material based off of the imaging.
US10739131B2	Three-dimensional scanning device using structured light A three-dimensional scanning device including: a projection unit for projecting a wide-area pattern and a local pattern on an object to be measured; an image acquisition unit for acquiring an image of the object on which the wide-area pattern and the local pattern are projected; a detection unit for detecting the locations of a plurality of first IDs that are identifiers formed in the shape that can be distinguished utilizing image information in a space within a certain range in the image of the object, on which the wide-area pattern is projected, acquired by the image acquisition unit; a collection unit for collecting data on a brightness value within a predetermined certain distance with respect to the center point of the detected first ID; and an operation unit for determining a first ID value of the first ID using information of the collection unit.
US10739127B2	Rotary boring tool alignment and depth indication tools A device for assisting an operator of a boring instrument having a penetrating element for penetration of a work surface comprising; is disclosed that includes a retention member adapted to be connected to a rotating element of a boring instrument having a cutting element wherein retention member is adapted to receive a laser, and the retention in the form of a sleeve with a tubular profile and adapted to be attached on a rotating element of the boring instrument and wherein the laser is oriented to direct a beam in a direction that is parallel with the direction of orientation of the penetrating element.
US10739119B2	Fragmentation sleeve for an ammunition body Fragmentation sleeve (1), for a generally circular cylindrically shaped ammunition body (2), whereby the sleeve (1) has an annular shape with an inner diameter at no place smaller than the outer diameter of the ammunition body (2), an outer diameter Da, an internal surface Si, an external surface Sa, and a height H, the sleeve is configured to be slid over and positioned on an outer surface (3) of the ammunition body (2) and comprises a plurality of fragments (4) embedded in a polymeric matrix (5).
US10739115B2	Shaped charge liner, method of making same, and shaped charge incorporating same A shaped charge liner including a composition of metal powders. Each metal powder may include one or more grain sizes, which may be different from other powder grain sizes. The metal powders may include transition metal powders, non-transition metal powders, and a bronze metal powder. The metal powders may include a malleable binding metal powder, such as bronze, and a non-malleable binding metal powder. A shaped charge including such liners is also disclosed, as well as a method of making the shaped charge liner, and a shaped charge including such shaped charge liner.
US10739113B1	Rapid deployment anti-ballistic shelter Methods and apparatus are provided for a ballistic resistant shelter configured for emergency deployment in an open space. The shelter has a structural frame configured to rapidly convert from a stowed condition disposed substantially flat on the ground, to a deployed condition in which the frame is elevated substantially above ground level. One or more anti-ballistic panels are attached to the frame so as to be tilted or lifted above ground level when the frame is deployed. The anti-ballistic panels collectively present enough surface area to shield at least one person from a single source of gunfire.
US10739111B2	Cloaking systems and methods Digital cloaking is a method for practical cloaking, where space, angle, spectrum and phase are discretized. At the sacrifice of spatial resolution, a good approximation to an ideal cloak can be achieved—a cloak that is omnidirectional, broadband, and operational for the visible spectrum, three-dimensional (3D), and phase-matching for the light field, among other attributes. One example of a digital cloak is an active cloak that uses lenticular lenses, similar to integral imaging for 3D displays. With the continuing improvement in commercial digital technology, the resolution limitations of a digital cloak may be minimized, and a wearable cloak can be implemented.
US10739106B2	Modular stock for a long gun A modular system for adjusting the length of pull and drop of a long gun. The modular system enables a combination of any one of a plurality of comb portions with any one or more of a plurality of butt pad spacers for a versatile and robust system that provides a wide range of comb height and length of pull combinations. The system can be implemented by the user, avoiding costly gun fitters. The system provides these aspects in a sleek, streamlined way that does not mar the appearance of the long gun. The spacers for the length of pull adjustment include registration surfaces that provide a three-dimensional interface with the buttstock and comb portion for enhanced strength and stability of the assembly over that of conventional fit adjustment systems.
US10739105B2	Accessories, devices systems, and methods for retaining and stabilizing archery and other equipment According to at least one aspect of the present disclosure, a device for retaining and stabilizing archery equipment, such as a bow, includes a first portion configured for attachment to a bow and a second portion configured for attachment to the first portion, the second portion having a distal tip opposite the first portion and configured for insertion into the ground or a stand wherein the device is structured to retain the bow above the ground without the bow touching the ground. In certain embodiments, the device further includes an adjustment element, the adjustment element structured to reversibly and adjustably connect the first portion to the second portion and an attachment mechanism structured to reversibly and adjustably attach the device to the bow, where the adjustment mechanism and the adjustment element are disposed in a first slot and a second slot of the first portion and the second portion, respectively.
US10739104B1	Router system Provided is a crossbow router system comprising a first elongated frame defining a plurality of parallel rotational axes of the first frame; a second elongated frame defining a plurality of parallel rotational axes of the second frame; wherein multiple rotational axes of the first frame are coincident with one multiple rotational axes of the second frame; multiple elongated shafts with each shaft defining a shaft axis, each shaft being coincident with a rotational axis of the first elongated frame, and a rotational axis of the second elongated frame; and each shaft having a bushing thereon.
US10739096B2	Reduced weight firearm A rotating bolt firearm may be configured to fire a .308 cartridge. However, the firearm may have a reduced weight in comparison to standard .308 rifles. The firearm may have many components typically used in a .223 rifle. The firearm may include a barrel extension with an extractor gap, which allows a .308 bolt to fit within a .223 sized barrel extension. The firearm may comprise an elongated magazine well in comparison to a .223 mil-spec rifle. The firearm may weigh less than 6.8 pounds with a 16 inch barrel, or less than 6.3 pounds with a 10.5 inch barrel.
US10739093B2	Increased capacity magazine for use with a firearm A follower assembly for an ammunition feeding device is provided. The follower assembly includes a follower body including a bottom surface. The follower assembly also includes a floating pivot coupled to the follower body. The follower assembly further includes a first pontoon and a second pontoon. The first pontoon and the second pontoon are each attached to the floating pivot. By the first pontoon and the second pontoon's attachment to the floating pivot, the first pontoon and the second pontoon are selectively moveable relative to said follower body via the floating pivot.
US10739092B2	Device for ejecting cartridges and/or links from a chain or ammunition strip connected to a main and/or secondary weapon A device for ejecting shells and/or connectors from at least one chain or strip of ammunition associated with a primary and/or secondary weapon, the device being mounted in an armored vehicle turret, includes: a plurality of geometrically and mechanically defined structural elements, for guiding, after shooting the ammunition, a movement of the shells and/or connectors from an inside toward an outside of the turret, along a determined path; and a vibration device for vibrating at least part of the structural elements to favor the movement of the shells and/or connectors. The structural elements include at least one chute. The vibration device includes a motor placed in any location of the chute. The motor includes an unbalancing mass. The motor is actuatable only during shooting.
US10739081B2	Manufacturing method of vapor chamber water-filling section sealing structure A manufacturing method of a vapor chamber water-filling section sealing structure. The vapor chamber water-filling section sealing structure includes a main body and a capillary structure. The main body has a first plate body and a second plate body, which are correspondingly mated with each other to together define an airtight chamber and a water-filling section. A flange is disposed along an outer periphery of the main body. The water-filling section has a water-filling notch and a water-filling passage. Two ends of the water-filling passage are respectively connected with the flange and the water-filling notch to communicate with the airtight chamber. A portion of the water-filling passage that is connected with the flange is pressed to have a height equal to the height of the flange or lower than the height of the flange. The capillary structure is disposed in the airtight chamber of the main body.
US10739080B2	Use of a composite material for heat management The use of a composite material for heat management in the electrical and/or electronic area, in particular in a car. A grid-like structure filled with a phase change material (PCM), and to a composite material that includes a grid-like structure filled with PCM. The filled grid-like structure being present on a cover layer or between two cover layers.
US10739072B2	Through air drying and bonding systems and methods for maintaining uniform supply air temperature Systems and methods for drying or bonding materials are described. A material to be dried or bonded may be passed through a through air dryer (TAD) or through air bonder (TAB). Some of the air output by the TAD/TAB may be recirculated to be passed back through material. As the air is recirculated, it is heated and mixed to a desired uniform temperature distribution. As heated air of the desired uniform temperature distribution is passed through ducting for transport to the material, the desired uniform temperature distribution deteriorates due to heat loss experienced at the walls of the ducting. Heating tape is implemented with respect to particular locations of ducting and selectively operated to maintain air traveling through the ducting at the desired uniform temperature distribution. Heat generated by the heating tape is used to counteract heat loss experienced by air traveling through the ducting.
US10739071B2	Intelligent control system for rotary vacuum drum drying system A rotary vacuum drum drying system is described. The system may include a plurality of sensors and a control system operatively coupled with the plurality of sensors. The control system includes a processing device to monitor a plurality of parameters of the vacuum drying system received from the plurality of sensors and automatically adjust one or more of the plurality of parameters based on the monitor of the plurality of parameters.
US10739070B2	Space waste fluid extraction A fluid extraction apparatus includes a first chamber within which waste material is configured to be disposed and a second chamber having a vacuum source interface. The first chamber may be in selective fluid communication with the second chamber. In various embodiments, the fluid extraction apparatus further includes an intermediate valve disposed on a conduit extending between the first chamber and the second chamber, wherein the intermediate valve is selectively actuatable to control the selective fluid communication. In various embodiments, the selective fluid communication between the first chamber and the second chamber is exclusively via the intermediate valve and the conduit.
US10739067B2	Component removal from a gas stream In a first aspect, the disclosure provides a method for removing a component from a gas stream. A carrier gas stream is cooled by direct contact with a dehydrating solution stream. The dehydrating solution stream removes a portion of water present in the carrier gas stream and produces a dry gas stream and a wet solution stream. A portion of the component is removed from the dry gas stream by direct contact with a cold contact liquid stream. A depleted gas stream and a slurry stream are produced. Removing the portion of the component may include desublimating, freezing, condensing, depositing, or a combination thereof of the portion of the component out of the dry gas stream as a solid product. The slurry stream may include the solid product and a contact liquid. The solid product is separated from the contact liquid, producing a substantially pure solid product stream and the cold contact liquid stream.
US10739058B2	Dew condensation removal structure and cooling/heating equipment including dew condensation removal structure Disclosed are a dew condensation removal structure that removes dew condensation generated in equipment using cold such as refrigerating/freezing equipment and air conditioning equipment and that suppresses power consumption necessary to remove the dew condensation, and cooling/heating equipment including the dew condensation removal structure. The cooling/heating equipment uses the dew condensation removal structure, including: a cooling structure having a cooling surface that is directly or indirectly cooled by cold, the cooling surface facing outside air; and a dew condensation conveyance section provided on the cooling surface, in which the dew condensation conveyance section has a conveyance path that conveys dew condensation by capillary phenomenon, the dew condensation being generated on a surface of the dew condensation conveyance section.
US10739052B2	Heat pump with ejector A system (20; 300) comprises: a compressor (22) having a suction port (40) and a discharge port (42); an ejector (32) having a motive flow inlet (50), a suction flow inlet (52), and an outlet (54); a separator (34) having an inlet (72), a vapor outlet (74), and a liquid outlet (76); a first heat exchanger (24); an expansion device (28); and a second heat exchanger (26; 302). Conduits and valves are positioned to provide alternative operation in: a cooling mode; a first heating mode; and a second heating mode. In the cooling mode and second heating mode, a needle (60) of the ejector is closed.
US10739050B2	Air-conditioning apparatus An air-conditioning apparatus includes: a refrigerant circuit in which a compressor, a four-way valve, a heat source-side heat exchanger, an expansion valve and a load-side heat exchanger are connected; and a controller which controls a refrigeration cycle in which refrigerant is circulated in the refrigerant circuit, to switch a flow passage for the refrigerant in accordance with which of a cooling operation, a heating operation and a defrosting operation is performed. The controller includes: a refrigeration-cycle control unit which controls the four-way valve to switch the flow passage of the refrigerant when the operation to be performed is switched from the heating operation to the defrosting operation; and a compressor control unit which sets an operation frequency of the compressor at a value lower than an operation frequency which is applied during the heating operation, when the operation is switched from the heating operation to the defrosting operation.
US10739047B2	Heat exchange device suitable for low pressure refrigerant Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to a heat exchange device that includes a condenser configured to receive a refrigerant, an evaporator having an evaporation tube bundle, a throttling device configured to receive a first portion of the refrigerant from the condenser and to expand the first portion of the refrigerant before directing the first portion to the evaporator, and an ejector having a high pressure conduit, a low pressure conduit, and an outlet conduit, the ejector is configured to receive the first portion from the throttling device or a second portion of the refrigerant from the condenser via the high pressure conduit, receive a third portion of the refrigerant from the evaporator via the low pressure conduit, mix the first portion or the second portion with the third portion to form a mixed refrigerant, and direct the mixed refrigerant to the evaporator via the outlet conduit.
US10739045B2	Systems and methods for controlling a refrigeration system A refrigeration system includes a free cooling system having an air-cooled heat exchanger, where the air-cooled heat exchanger includes a fan configured to move air over coils of the air-cooled heat exchanger to remove heat from a coolant flowing through the air-cooled heat exchanger, and a mechanical cooling system with a refrigerant loop that includes an evaporator, a compressor, and a condenser disposed along the refrigerant loop, where the compressor is configured to circulate a refrigerant through the refrigerant loop, and wherein the evaporator is configured to receive the coolant and transfer heat from the coolant to the refrigerant. The refrigeration system also includes a controller configured to adjust a fan speed of the fan up to a threshold fan speed, to initiate operation of the compressor when the fan speed reaches the threshold fan speed, wherein the fan speed and a compressor speed of the compressor are based at least on an ambient air temperature and a cooling load demand.
US10739044B2	Method for installing expansion device in a sealed system A sealed system and a method of assembling the sealed system include installing an expansion device such as an electronic expansion valve (EEV) between an indoor heat exchanger and an outdoor heat exchanger. Before or after the expansion device is installed, a predetermined stop position of an adjustable valve is determined, e.g., based on the sealed system capacity. A removable motor assembly moves the adjustable valve to the predetermined stop position and the adjustable valve is permanently fixed within the expansion device, e.g., by removing the motor assembly and/or melting a locking member positioned within the expansion device.
US10739040B2	Air condtioner Disclosed herein is an air conditioner in which flow noise of a refrigerant is reduced. An air conditioner includes a compressor configured to compress a refrigerant, an outdoor heat exchanger in which the refrigerant exchanges heat with outside air, an expansion device configured to expand the refrigerant, an indoor heat exchanger in which the refrigerant exchanges heat with indoor air, and a muffler configured to reduce flow noise of the refrigerant flowing into the indoor heat exchanger, wherein the muffler includes a shell including a refrigerant inlet and a refrigerant outlet, a first baffle disposed at one side of an inner part of the shell and including a plurality of first holes, a plurality of pipes inserted into the plurality of first holes and serving as passages through which the refrigerant moves, and a second baffle disposed at the other side of the inner part of the shell and including a plurality of second holes through which the refrigerant passing through the pipe passes.
US10739036B2	Heater structure A heater structure includes a heater body including a burner connected to a valve switch. A pilot fire assembly is covered by a protective cover that has ventilation holes. A switch unit includes an ignition switch, a shut-down switch, an ignition operator, and a shut-down operator. The ignition operator and the shut-down operator are structured to provide a swingable arrangement. The ignition operator may be operated to contact and press the fuel gas valve rod and the ignition switch to open the valve switch for supply fuel gas to the burner and to activate an ignition circuit to cause successive shootings of an ignition pin of the pilot fire assembly to set a flame on the burner. The shut-down operator is operated to contact and press the shut-down switch, so as to cut off a signal of the thermocouple and thus cut off the supply of the fuel gas.
US10739035B2	Personal ambient air temperature modification, filtration, and purification system A personal ambient air temperature modification, filtration, and purification system that is configured to be handheld. The personal ambient air temperature modification, filtration, and purification system of the present invention provides a container with air inlets to allow an internal motorized air movement mechanism to pull air through an air channel fluidly coupling to the air inlets, through a filter disposed in the air channel, through thermal diffusion blades, across at least one combination fluid vapor source and thermal energy storage component that purifies the air by vapor capture, into a thermal energy concentrator disposed in the interior volume of the container that modifies air temperature, and through the motorized air movement mechanism, where the air is then delivered into an environment as purified, filtered, temperature modified air.
US10739034B2	Indoor unit for air conditioner An indoor unit for an air conditioner is provided. The indoor unit includes a housing, and the housing including an upper base plate provided with an air inlet, a lower base plate detachably mounted to the upper base plate and provided with an air outlet, and a front cover detachably mounted to the upper base plate; a heat exchanger mounted to the upper base plate; a fan detachably mounted to the lower base plate; and a guide assembly configured to guide the lower base plate when mounting and dismounting the lower base plate.
US10739033B2	Air-conditioning apparatus An air-conditioning apparatus includes an indoor unit including a pair of lateral air-directing vanes each configured to adjust an orientation of an air flow blown from an air outlet in a lateral direction, and a remote control device configured to receive selection of at least two of a plurality of air flow directions in the lateral direction. The indoor unit includes an indoor-unit controller configured to individually adjust operations of the pair of lateral air-directing vanes in accordance with the selection of the plurality of air flow directions in the remote control device such that a left partial air flow does not collide with a right partial air flow.
US10739032B2	Systems and methods for managing conditions in enclosed space An example system is configured to control conditions in an enclosed space. The system includes scavenger and process plenums, a liquid-to-air membrane energy exchanger (LAMEE), a first liquid-to-air heat exchanger (LAHX), a second LAHX, and a fluid circuit The scavenger plenum is configured to direct scavenger air from a scavenger inlet to a scavenger outlet. The process plenum is sealed from the scavenger plenum and is configured to direct process air from a process inlet to a process outlet The process inlet receives heated air from the space and the process outlet supplies cooled air to the space. The LAMEE is arranged inside the scavenger plenum. The LAMEE is configured to use the scavenger air to evaporatively cool a first fluid flowing through the LAMEE. The temperature of the first fluid at a LAMEE outlet is lower than the temperature of the first fluid at a LAMEE inlet. The first LAHX is arranged inside the process plenum. The first LAHX is configured to directly and sensibly cool the heated air from the space to a supply air temperature using a second fluid flowing through the first LAHX. The second LAHX is arranged inside the scavenger plenum downstream of the LAMEE. The second LAHX is configured to receive and cool the second fluid heated by the first LAHX using the scavenger air. The fluid circuit transports the first and second fluids among the LAMEE, the first LAHX, and the second LAHX.
US10739027B2	HVAC performance and energy usage monitoring and reporting system A system and method for monitoring a heating, ventilation, or air conditioning (HVAC) system of a building is provided. A monitoring server, located remotely from the building, is configured to receive power consumption data and control signal data from a monitoring device at the building and to receive energy pricing data from a customer device associated with the HVAC system or a database that stores energy pricing data. The monitoring server is configured to determine energy cost data for segments of a selected time period based on the power consumption data, the control signal data, and the energy pricing data. The monitoring server is also configured to communicate the energy cost data to the customer device for display on the customer device.
US10739026B2	Ventilating fan A ventilating fan, includes a humidity sensor box, provided with an air inlet in a bottom surface facing an suction opening and an air outlet in a top surface opposite to the bottom surface; a humidity sensor located inside the humidity sensor box and adapted to detect the humidity of the air passing through the humidity sensor box; and a humidity sensor circuit board located inside the humidity sensor box, disposed perpendicular to the bottom surface and adapted to control the humidity sensor. The air may flow at a high speed in the humidity sensor box, and it is easy for the water vapor to be taken out of the humidity sensor box without being accumulated inside the humidity sensor box, thereby suppressing the influence of the water vapor or the water droplet on the humidity sensor and enabling the humidity sensor to accurately detect the indoor humidity.
US10739025B1	Air cooling system for a building structure An energy efficient and quiet air cooling system for a building structure is provided. The air cooling system includes an evaporator system mounted in the wall of the building, a remotely mounted fan, an air intake, and a sound and heat insulating duct. The fan is mounted in the attic and configured to draw air from the living area of the building through the sound insulating duct with sufficient power to create a negative static pressure in the living area. The negative static pressure in turn causes outside air to flow through the evaporator system which removes heat from the outside air. The cooled air is in turn drawn into the building and pulled into the attic through the duct and expelled through the attic. The fan expels warm air into the attic, creating a positive pressure environment which causes the warm air to be expelled from the attic through natural vents.
US10739023B2	Ventilation system and method for operating it A ventilation system includes a line system which is designed to guide an air stream and to provide the air stream during normal operation via an outlet of the line system for supplying a space. The ventilation system includes a generating unit which is designed to produce reactive oxygen species during a cleaning operation and to feed the same to the air stream conducted in the line system. Also disclosed are methods for operating such a ventilation system and a generating unit for such a ventilation system.
US10739016B2	Method and apparatus for positioning heating elements An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of protrusions that extend from a common base member. The protrusions and base member can include an opening therethrough that allows for subsequent layers of material, such as adhesive, to interact and bond to each other. The protrusions are arranged in such a way to contain a wire, string, or heating element, within a receiving area. The arrangement of the protrusions allow for routing of the wire, string, or heating element in a variety of angles, bends, and other routing layouts.
US10739014B2	System and method to cool an exposed surface of an appliance An appliance comprising a firebox, a first air duct and a room air chimney. During operation of the appliance heated room air adjacent to a viewing pane or the screen and heated room air from the first air duct is received within the chimney. The heated air within the chimney rises toward an open upper end causing the chimney to draw additional room air from adjacent to the viewing pane or screen.
US10739013B2	Tailored food preparation with an oven A method for operating a connected oven based on subjective user feedback, wherein the connected oven includes a set of in-cavity sensors configured to monitor the foodstuff throughout a cooking session; the method comprising: executing a cooking session according to an initial set of operation instructions to achieve a target food output condition; collecting subjective feedback values from the user for the resulting food output condition of the foodstuff after the cooking session; and updating the initial set of operation instructions based on the feedback values from the user.
US10739012B2	Home appliance A home appliance includes a control panel for operating the home appliance. The control panel may include a membrane panel and a base to which the membrane panel is attached. When the membrane panel is attached to the base, a plurality of protrusions or a plurality of recesses may be formed in an adhering portion of the base so that no air bubbles remain between the membrane panel and the base.
US10739011B2	Retracting and extending control selectors A system for inhibiting and providing access to appliance control knobs includes a support structure for mounting individual control knobs or groups thereof, and an actuator assembly for extending and retracting control knobs either individually or collectively.
US10739007B2	Flamesheet diffusion cartridge A diffusion cartridge assembly for a gas turbine engine, and methods of using the same. The diffusion cartridge assembly includes a tip plate with an array of fuel supply openings and a mounting hole radially inward of the array of fuel supply openings, an end cover, and an outer sleeve extending from the tip plate to the end cover and defining an open inner chamber. A fuel supply line is coupled to the end cover and extends within the open inner chamber toward the tip plate. A manifold is coupled to an end of the fuel supply line proximate to the tip plate, and includes an array of fuel injector tips. Each of the fuel injector tips extends through a respective one of the array of fuel supply openings in the tip plate. The manifold also includes a thermally free mounting pin extending into the mounting hole.
US10738998B2	Thermophile assembly with heat sink A heat sink assembly draws heat away from the cold junction of a thermopile element to increase the thermopile's power output. In one example, the heat sink assembly includes a first thermally conductive securing mechanism, a second thermally conductive securing mechanism, and a thermally conductive tube having a first end and a second end. The first end of the thermally conductive tube is secured between the first securing mechanism and the second securing mechanism. In some cases, the first end of the thermally conductive tube may include a flanged region adjacent the first end with at least part of the flange region secured between the first securing mechanism and the second securing mechanism. The flange may help with heat transfer to the thermally conductive tube.
US10738995B2	Burner A burner has: a combustion plate part through which air-fuel mixture is ejected; and a flame rod which lies opposite to a portion of the combustion plate part. The combustion plate part is constituted by: a burner frame in a shape of a picture frame; a metal-fiber knit which covers an opening enclosed by the burner frame; and a distribution plate which has formed therein a multiplicity of distribution holes and which sandwiches the metal-fiber knit between the burner frame and the distribution plate so that the air-fuel mixture is ejected from the opening through the distribution holes and the metal-fiber knit. Flame holes for ejecting the air-fuel mixture are formed in a portion of the burner frame, and the flame rod is disposed so as to lie opposite to that portion of the burner frame which has formed therein the flame holes.
US10738994B2	Container apparatus and method of using same A container apparatus can include a container and an insert assembly. The insert assembly can include four elongate members. The four elongate members can include light emitting devices for illuminating the interior of the container and/or temperature altering elements for cooling and/or heating the interior of the container. The container can have a rectangular base and a rectangular sidewall extending upwardly from the base. The sidewall can define four corners of the container, and four elongate recesses can be formed in the sidewall proximate the four corners of the sidewall to receive the elongate light members. The recesses can be sized and shaped to conform to the elongate insert members so that the insert members can be releasably retained within the elongate recesses.
US10738989B2	LED lamp include heat dissipating channel with inner channel and outer channel An LED lamp includes: a lamp shell including a lamp head, a lamp neck and a sleeve; a passive heat dissipating element having a heat sink connected to the lamp shell; a power source having a first portion and a second portion; a light emitting surface connected to the heat sink of the passive heat dissipating element and comprising LED chips electrically connected to the power source; a first heat dissipating channel formed in a first chamber of the lamp shell for dissipating heat generated from the power source while the LED lamp is working, and the first chamber is located between bottom of the LED lamp and an upper portion of the lamp neck; and a second heat dissipating channel formed in the heat sink and between the fins and the base of the heat sink for dissipating the heat generated from the LED chips and transferred to the heat sink; wherein a lateral outline of the LED lamp detours around an axis of the LED lamp 360 degrees to turn around to form an contour of the LED lamp, any point on the outline meets a formula as follows: y=−ax3+bx2−cx+K; where K is a constant, and range of the constant of K is 360˜450; range of value of a is 0.001˜0.01, range of value of b is 0.05˜0.3, and range of value of c is 5˜20.
US10738984B2	Light-emitting device for lamp The disclosure is related to a light-emitting device for lamp, including a circuit board and a patch LED lamp. The circuit board is provided with an LED driving chip and a plurality of resistor elements. The circuit board is provided with a pad corresponding to the patch LED lamp. The patch LED lamp includes a light-emitting substrate and two connecting legs connecting the light-emitting substrate. The connecting legs are formed in L shape and are respectively connected to two opposite sides of the light-emitting substrate. The connecting legs of the patch LED lamp are soldered on the pad, and an angle between the light-emitting surface of the patch LED lamp and the pad is 90°.
US10738983B2	Luminaire A luminaire includes a support, a housing, and an adjustment assembly. The housing has at least one light emitter and is pivotably coupled to the support. The adjustment assembly has a pivoting member and a fastening member. The pivoting member is supported for movement relative to the bracket. The fastening member is coupled to the pivoting member and the housing.
US10738982B1	Mounting assembly A mounting assembly to mount a device onto a pole, has a reversible plate configured to engage a housing in one of two orientations, depending on whether the pole presents a flat surface or a curved surface. The plate has a first or flat surface, a second or curved surface, and opposing side edges, each of the side edges having a first sliding engagement formation. The housing has a main panel, and opposing side panels, the main panel configured for attachment to the device, each of the side panels having a second sliding engagement formation complementary to the first sliding engagement formation.
US10738977B2	Detachable support and luminaire A detachable support is provided. The detachable support includes a first arm having a first connection portion, a second arm having a second connection portion, and a frame. The frame has a first end portion and a second end portion, which are respectively hinged to the first arm and the second arm. The first connection portion and the second connection portion are operable to be inserted and fixed into two grooves respectively, and the two grooves are defined in a housing to be mounted. The first arm has a hole, the housing to be mounted is provided with a spring loaded bolt, and the spring loaded bolt is operable to be inserted into the hole to lock the first arm. No tool is required throughout installation and removal processes of the detachable support according to the present disclosure, thereby improving the efficiency of the installation and removal processes.
US10738971B2	Adjustable under cabinet light An adjustable under cabinet LED light fixture having a tube holding LEDs that can be rotated to different amounts to direct illumination in a particular direction. The LED light fixture can be moved relative to a mounted plate attached to the bottom of a cabinet or the ceiling of a compartment below a sink or the like in a horizontal direction, and held to the mounted plate by magnetic attraction. The LED light fixture can also be dimmable to vary the color temperature of the LED illumination.
US10738969B2	Light-emitting structure and light-emitting system with the same A light-emitting structure and a light-emitting system with the same are provided. The light-emitting structure includes a plurality of extension portions (10) and a plurality of light adjusting portions (20), and the plurality of extension portions (10) and the plurality of light adjusting portions (20) are sequentially alternately connected; the plurality of extension portions (10) controls the light-emitting range of the light-emitting structure, and the plurality of light adjusting portions (20) is disposed at a predetermined angle with respect to an incident light direction to control a light-emitting direction.
US10738967B2	Venue light including variable LED array size etched lens and segmented reflector The disclosure of the present invention includes light fixtures having variable LED array sizes to form different beam angles. These light fixtures are particularly suitable for sports/venue lights and are characterized by highly concentrated high power small LED light sources including small light sources of different size LED arrays which may include additional diffusion. The present disclosure also includes a lens which substantially dissipates light to reduce if not eliminate glare. The lens may be pressed, chemically etched (pickled), or sandblasted to become a micro-lens. The lens may, alternately, be a plastic material. A further aspect of the present disclosure is the incorporation of a segmented reflector to greatly reduce glare. A single reflector may be segmented in its circumference or may be formed of multiple individual segments.
US10738964B2	Lighting device for a vehicle comprising a ventilation device disposed between two heat dissipation devices A lighting module for a vehicle, the lighting module including a cooling circuit including a first chamber delimited by a first heat dissipation device, and designed for the cooling of at least one first lighting element of the lighting module, a second chamber delimited by a second heat dissipation device, and designed for the cooling of at least one second lighting element of the lighting module, and a third chamber delimited by a ventilation device. The third chamber separates the first chamber and the second chamber from one another.
US10738959B2	Vehicular lamp fitting A vehicular lamp fitting, comprising a light guiding plate having a front surface and a back surface, and a light source which emits light guided by the light guiding plate, wherein the front surface includes first light control surfaces, the back surface includes second light control surfaces, and concave portions each of which is disposed between two adjacent second light control surfaces, the first light control surface is a refraction surface which is configured such that the exit angle of the light from the light source in the horizontal direction, which is refracted and exits through the first light control surface, be a predetermined angle, and the second light control surface is a reflection surface which is configured such that the exit angle of the light from the light source in the vertical direction, which exits through the first light control surface, be a predetermined angle.
US10738957B2	Light module and lighting device for a motor vehicle comprising such a light module A light module includes at least one light source, a light source support, and an optical element suitable for receiving rays emitted by the light source. The optical element includes structure for positioning the optical element in a predefined position on the support and an elastic attachment device for attaching the optical element in the predefined position on the support.
US10738954B2	Method and device providing cinematographic light effects in a laminar or low-turbulent liquid flow jet The present invention refers to a method for providing a liquid display displaying a selectable pattern (20-29, 45-48, 58-62) wherein a) either light rays (8, 79) emitted by a first emitter are characterized by at least one light parameter, with the light parameter being defined by a first light parameter defining the light rays (8, 79) as such, like the frequency and/or amplitude of the light, and/or by a second light parameter defining the emission of the light rays (8, 79), like the location, repetition rate, width and/or form of emission pulses of the light rays (8, 79), and light deflecting means (17-19, 39-43, 60-62, 82) emitted by a second emitter depend on the light parameter such that the emitted light deflecting means (17-19, 39-43, 60-62, 82) are tuned to the emitted light rays (8, 79) to create cinematographic light effects, b) or the light deflecting means (17-19, 39-43, 60-62, 82) emitted by the second emitter are characterized by at least one deflecting parameter, with the deflecting parameter being defined by a first deflecting parameter defining the characteristics of the deflecting means (17-19, 39-43, 60-62, 82) as such, like the material size, geometry, weight, amount, density, velocity, acceleration and/or kind of gas or solid material, and/or by a second deflecting parameter defining the emission of the deflecting means (17-19, 39-43, 60-62, 82), like the location, repetition rate, width and/or form of emission pulses of the light deflecting means (17-19, 39-43, 60-62), and the light rays (8, 79) emitter by the first emitter depending on the deflecting parameter such that the emitted light rays (8, 79) are tuned to the emitted light deflecting means (17-19, 39-43, 60-62) to create cinematographic light effects.
US10738952B1	Modular emitting device and light emission system A light emission system includes fixture assembly including a chassis and a driver board. The driver board includes a plurality of drivers. The system further includes a plurality of modular emitting devices each configured to removably couple to the fixture assembly. The modular emitting devices including a heat sink, an emitting implement, and an emitter board. The emitter board is bonded to the heat sink.
US10738951B2	LED light with light filter device The present invention provides a lamp that includes: an LED light source; a lens having an incident surface and an emergent surface, the incident surface defining a first cavity, and the emergent surface having an annular protuberance thereon; and a light filter device accommodated within a space defined by the annular protuberance of the lens, wherein, the LED light source is situated within or proximate to the first cavity, to enable light emitted from the LED light source entering the lens from the incident surface and exiting the lens from the emergent surface to be at least partially transmitted through the light filter device.
US10738946B2	LED light bulb A light bulb apparatus includes a head cup, a bottom support, multiple light strips and a bulb shell. The head cup is connected to an external power source. The bottom support is extended from the head cup. Each light strip has a top end and a bottom end. The bottom ends of the light strips are connected to the bottom support. The top ends of the light strips form a top polygonal shape and the bottom ends of the light strips form a bottom polygonal shape. The bottom polygonal shape has a bigger area size than the top polygonal shape. Each light strip has a skewed angle with respect to a middle axis perpendicular to the bottom shape.
US10738945B2	Fitting for liquid gas cylinders and filling method It is object of the invention to reduce the technical expenditure for refilling of gas bottles. For solving the problem, a claimed fitting comprises a gas tap for gas withdrawal and an opening for refilling a liquid gas bottle. The opening for refilling a liquid gas bottle can be connected, in particular by opening a valve, in a gas-conducting manner to a hose-shaped or tubular line of the fitting, which can extent into a liquid gas bottle by at least 300 mm, preferably at least 400 mm, if the fitting is connected with such a gas bottle. Hereby, it can achieved that the line extents into the liquefied part of the gas, which especially enables a very fast emptying though pumping. Emptying is necessary when a refilled gas bottle proves to be untight. A speed advantage is thereby achieved. Basically, there is an opening at the bottom side of the fitting adjacent to the hose-shaped or tubular line. The bottom side is the side, which adjoins the liquid gas bottle or respectively is arranged entirely in the bottle or in a bottle neck when the fitting is connected to a liquid gas bottle. This opening at the bottom side can be connected to the gas tap in a gas-conducting manner, specifically typically by rotating a corresponding rotary handle. The hose-shaped or tubular line protrudes relative to the opening, specifically in particular by at least by 200 mm, particularly preferred by at least 300 mm. A method concerns the refilling of a liquid gas bottle comprising the claimed fitting.
US10738940B2	Cantilever device and hydraulic system thereof The present disclosure provides a hydraulic system of a cantilever device, which comprises an end cap, an adjustment brace, an adjustment bolt, a slider, and an upper pivot. The end cap comprises an upper wall, a bottom wall, and a side wall. The bottom wall has a securing groove. Each side wall has an upper pivot hole adjacent to the upper wall. The adjustment brace is fastened to the end cap and is secured in the securing groove. The adjustment brace comprises a track surface having a track slot. The adjustment bolt sequentially comprises a bolt head, a bolt neck, a bolt shoulder, and an adjustment portion. The slider comprises a first slider portion screwed to the adjustment portion, wherein the first slider portion has two shaft portions located on both sides of the adjustment portion. The upper pivot comprises a shaft body portion located between the bolt head and the bolt shoulder of the adjustment bolt. According to the cantilever device and the hydraulic system thereof, a situation where the current force adjustment device is unable to act stably can be improved through a configuration relationship among essential elements. The present disclosure further provides a cantilever device adopting the hydraulic system.
US10738936B2	Feeding device A feeding device includes a feed base that is horizontally installed, a first driving source and a second driving source, a first saddle, a second saddle, a first propeller shaft, a second propeller shaft, a first transmission device, a second transmission device, and a holding device. The first saddle rotates about a first axis that goes along a vertical direction. The second saddle is disposed at the first saddle. The second saddle rotates about a second axis. The second axis goes along a horizontal direction. The first propeller shaft transmits a torque from the first driving source. The second propeller shaft transmits a torque from the second driving source. The first transmission device transmits a rotation of the first propeller shaft to the first saddle. The second transmission device transmits a rotation of the second propeller shaft to the second saddle. The holding device holds the object.
US10738934B2	Gap adjusting device of multi-display and multi-display having the same A gap adjusting device for adjusting a gap of displays adjacent to each other of a multi-display can include a body, a first fixing part, a second fixing part, an adjusting part, a first wire and a second wire. A fastening hole is defined in the body. The first fixing part is received inside the body, and the first fixing part is fixed to a first display. The second fixing part is received inside the body, and the second fixing part is fixed to a second display adjacent to the first display. The adjusting part is configured to be received in the fastening hole to be rotated, and the adjusting part is interposed between the first fixing part and the second fixing part. The first wire is connected to the adjusting part and the first fixing part, and the second wire is connected to the adjusting part and the second fixing part.
US10738932B2	Foot for household appliance and household appliance The present disclosure provides a foot for household appliance and a household appliance. The foot comprises a hydraulic plate; a sheath, which is fixedly connected with the hydraulic plate; a regulating foot, which is arranged in the sheath and is axially movable relative to the sheath; an accommodation chamber, which is formed by the hydraulic plate, the sheath and the regulating foot; a hydraulic medium, which is arranged in the accommodation chamber and is compressed/expands depending on pressure changes to drive the regulating foot to axially move in the sheath for leveling; and a throttling structures, which is arranged in the hydraulic plate for slowing down flow velocity of the hydraulic medium. According to the foot provided by the present disclosure, the throttling structure is arranged in the hydraulic plate, so that the rapid flowing of the hydraulic medium is prevented, and a regulating process can be more stable.
US10738923B2	Flexural spring-energized interface for bellowed ball-joint assemblies for controlled rotational constraint A turbine engine duct assembly including a joint assembly having an outer shroud, a bellows, a flared tube, a backing ring, and a kinematic ring. The joint assembly provides for dynamic movement of the duct assembly during operation of the engine. Such dynamic movement can be resultant of vibrational forces or thermal expansion of the engine. The joint assembly permits such dynamic movement without excessive system stiffness.
US10738921B2	Non-metallic high pressure high temperature high chemical compatibility flange isolation gasket A non-metallic flange isolation gasket kit sealing flanged pipeline connections and flanged vessel connections while providing electrical isolation protection between flanges suited for high-pressure and high-temperature cathodic protection applications is presented. The invention protects flange faces from media induced corrosion and mitigates flange rotation induced fatigue and failures. The invention comprises of a retainer, a seal, and a seal pre-load structural ring. The seal pre-load structural ring is inserted into the seal, and seal outer diameter surface is joined to the retainer inner diameter surface. A second embodiment comprises of a composite gasket blank, comprising of a retainer and a seal, and a seal pre-load structural ring. The seal outer diameter surface and the retainer inner diameter surface are joined by thermal fusion bonding. The invention may further comprise one or more gasket seating stress stabilizers and/or a centering ring. Tapered retainer upper and lower surfaces decrease flange rotation.
US10738920B2	Composite fluid conduit assembly A composite fluid conduit assembly with a fluid conduit having a wall defining a fluid flow path is disclosed. The wall has an inner region and an outer region. The outer region includes a composite material having reinforcing elements within a matrix material and the inner region having a material which is substantially devoid of reinforcing elements. The inner region of the wall defines a first sealing surface around the fluid flow path at one end of the fluid conduit. The composite fluid conduit assembly has an interface member substantially devoid of reinforcing elements and located at the end of the fluid conduit. The interface member defines an aperture in fluid flow communication with the fluid flow path and a second sealing surface. A compression arrangement forces the interface member and the fluid conduit together forming a seal around the fluid flow path between the first and second sealing surfaces.
US10738916B2	Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene enhanced high-flow delivery high pressure hose and manufacturing method thereof The present invention relates to an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene enhanced high-flow delivery high-pressure hose and manufacturing method thereof. The hose includes an outer rubber layer, a reinforcing layer and an inner rubber layer from outside to inside. A thickness of the outer rubber layer is 0.3-6.0 mm. A thickness of the reinforcing layer is 1.0-5.0 mm. A thickness of the inner layer is 0.3-5.0 mm. The outer rubber layer and the inner layer are obtained by co-extruding onto the reinforcing layer using a coextrusion equipment. The manufacturing method includes the following steps: rubber mixing, preparing the reinforcing layer, producing a finished product, vulcanizing and pressure testing. The hose of the invention has the advantages of light weight, good flexibility, abrasion resistance, corrosion resistance and good weather fastness. The hose can be connected through a plurality of standard buckles, which is easy to wind up, easy to assemble and disassemble.
US10738915B2	Thin wall pipe and manufacturing process A thin wall pipe for fluid transfer including a body having a thin wall, a first end configured to be connected with another pipe or tube or element for fluid transfer, wherein the first end of the pipe includes a hem which is at least double folded so that the pipe end has a triple thickness.
US10738910B2	Vacuum-tight angle valve with sliding-block guide drive A valve with a valve housing having a first connection along a first axis, a second connection along a second axis and a valve seat which surrounds the first connection arranged in the flow path of a flow chamber. A valve part is displaceable along a movement axis such that a closure surface can interrupt and release the flow path. A motorized drive unit to displace the valve part having a valve rod with a contact element, the drive unit has a guide mechanism with an actuating element configured to rotate about an actuating axis defining an outer track. The distance of the track from the actuating axis is adjustable by a rotation of the actuating element about the actuating axis. A rotation of the actuating element of the valve part is movable so that the interruption or release of the flow path can be provided thereby.
US10738906B2	Rotation control apparatus A rotation control apparatus includes a relative position sensor that contactlessly detects the mechanical displacement amount of a shaft to be actuated in a direction of rotation, absolute position sensors that are provided at mutually different positions within a rotatable range of the shaft to be actuated and each output a detection signal when the shaft to be actuated has reached its corresponding position, and a position calculating unit that calculates an absolute position of the shaft to be actuated in the direction of rotation on the basis of an integrated value of the mechanical displacement amount since the detection signal is output and a reference value indicating a position corresponding to the absolute position sensor that has output the detection signal. At least one of the absolute position sensors is provided to correspond to a third position excluding a first position and a second position within the rotatable range.
US10738902B2	Methods, devices and systems for a valve-contacting assembly Disclosed are methods, systems and devices for evacuation of fluid, for example, air or gas, from a container or enclosed area.
US10738899B2	Faucet A faucet contains: a hollow body, a control assembly, an inlet pipe set, a mixing-water outlet pipe, a pull hose, a spray head, and an isolation pipe. The hollow body includes an inflow portion and an outflow portion. The control assembly includes a mixing valve and an operation element. The inlet pipe set includes a cold-water inlet pipe and a hot-water inlet pipe. The mixing-water outlet pipe includes a first connector and a second connector. The pull hose includes an inlet segment and an outlet segment. The spray head is connected with the outlet segment of the pull hose, and the spray head is removed from and fixed on the outflow portion of the hollow body. The isolation pipe includes a channel defined therein so that the pull hose slidably moves in the isolation pipe and avoids contacting with the inlet pipe set and the mixing-water outlet pipe.
US10738896B2	Vacuum valve A vacuum valve is provided having a valve housing (1) which has a vacuum region (4) in the interior, a closure unit (5) which is arranged in the vacuum region (4) of the valve housing (1) and by which at least one valve opening (2, 3) is closable in a closed state of the vacuum valve, a longitudinal drive (11) by which the closure unit (5) is adjustable in a longitudinal direction (10) for adjusting the closure unit (5) between a position opening up the valve opening (2, 3) and a position covering the valve opening (2, 3). A longitudinal guide (19) for the displaceable guiding of the closure unit (5) parallel to the longitudinal direction (10) is provided, with this longitudinal guide having a guide rod (20) extending parallel to the longitudinal direction (10), and at least one guide part (21). At least one bearing element (36) of the guide part (21) is arranged in a region sealed off from the vacuum region (4) of the valve housing (1).
US10738894B2	Valve mechanism for removing foreign matter at valve port A flow rate adjusting valve includes: a casing including an inlet, an outlet, and a channel connecting the inlet and the outlet to each other; a valve port disposed in the channel; and a valve body that is disposed upstream of the valve port and moves forward and backward relative to the valve port to adjust an opening degree of an upstream opening of the valve port. The valve port includes a narrowing portion whose opening diameter is smaller than that of the upstream opening, and an enlarging portion continuous to a downstream side of the narrowing portion and having an opening diameter of the narrowing portion. When the upstream opening is at a predetermined opening degree, an area of the valve port through which a fluid passes is at minimum at the narrowing portion.
US10738892B2	Rotary machine with seal device A rotary machine includes a seal device capable of restricting a flow of a fluid in a clearance between a stationary member and a rotational member. The seal device includes a pressure loss element mounted to the stationary member, a first non-contact type seal protruding from the rotational member toward the pressure loss element and facing the pressure loss element via a first gap, and a second non-contact type seal protruding from the stationary member toward the rotational member, facing the rotational member via a second gap, and being positioned on one side of the pressure loss element in a flow direction of the fluid. The seal device also includes a contact type seal protruding from the stationary member toward the rotational member and being disposed downstream of the pressure loss element and the second non-contact type seal in the flow direction of the fluid.
US10738890B2	Oil slinger with convective cooling of radial surface Oil slinger systems include a seal runner comprising an annular radial member having a radius (R) and an outer axially extending member having an axial length (L) such that a ratio (L/R) is between 0.8 and 1.4, the annular radial member disposed at a first angle with respect to the outer axially extending member, a heat shield in mechanical communication with the seal runner, and a volume bounded by an outer face of the annular radial member and an inner face of the heat shield. Methods of radial convective cooling include pumping a cooling liquid through the oil slinger system and convectively cooling the oil slinger.
US10738889B2	Gasket A gasket formed by laminating two or more metal plates includes a seal target hole, an annular seal portion sealing an outer peripheral edge of the seal target hole, and a plurality of bolt holes disposed at the outer peripheral side of the seal portion. Each metal plate constituting a thermal deformation coping portion is provided with slits intersecting in a longitudinal direction of the metal plate and each slit constitutes a lamination portion of the metal plate so as not to penetrate in a lamination direction. When one seal target hole is provided, a portion suspended in the seal target hole is formed at the thermal deformation coping portion, and when multiple seal target holes are provided, at least one of portions interposed between the adjacent seal portions and a portion interposed between the adjacent bolt holes is formed at the thermal deformation coping portion.
US10738888B2	Single piece, redundant, bi-directional, seal damage prevention pressure seal An example seal for use with a laminated window is described. The seal includes a first end formed from a first material and a second end formed from the first material, with the first material being compressible when a pressure force is applied to the first material. The seal also includes a connection portion positioned between the first end and the second end. At least some of the connection portion is formed from a second material having a greater indentation hardness than an indentation hardness of the first material. An example method for installing a seal is also described.
US10738887B2	Shift fork and method of manufacture A shift fork and a method of manufacture. The shift fork may be made by bending a rod to form a first prong, a second prong, and a ring portion. First and second intermediate segments of the rod may extend from the ring portion to the first and second prongs, respectively.
US10738884B2	Hydraulic switching assembly for a motor vehicle A hydraulic switching assembly for a motor vehicle, having a hydraulic pump (1) which guides a hydraulic medium from a reservoir (2) via hydraulic lines (3) and at least one magnetic valve assembly (4) including a magnetically actuatable switching valve (5), to a switching element (6) in order to hydraulically actuate the switching element (6) between two switching positions. A pressure accumulator (7) and a first check valve (8a) are mounted in a supply line (3a) upstream of the switching valve (5) in order to realize a reliable temporary supply of oil pressure to the switching element (6).
US10738882B2	Manual shifting control system and method for multi-speed automatic transmission Systems and methods for managing shift changes of a multi-speed automatic transmission of a vehicle are provided. The multi-speed automatic transmission being capable of establishing a plurality of forward speed ratios. The vehicle may include a transmission shift selector having at least one operator selectable shift request input to request a shift change of the multi-speed automatic transmission. A control circuit operatively coupled to the multi-speed automatic transmission is provided which shifts the multi-speed automatic transmission from a first forward speed ratio to a second forward speed ratio in response to shift criteria. The shift criteria may be based on a plurality of operational characteristics related to the vehicle.
US10738879B2	Planetary transmission having planet carrier with thrust plate configured to aid in retaining pins to carrier body A planetary transmission with a carrier body, a plurality of pins, a retaining ring and a thrust plate. The carrier body defines a plurality of pin apertures, which are disposed concentrically about a central axis, and a ring groove into which the retaining ring is received. Each of the pins has a stepped axial end that defines first and second axial end surfaces that are spaced apart from one another. The pins are received into the pin apertures such that the first axial end surface extends from the carrier body. The thrust plate has a plate body and a plurality of tabs that extend radially outwardly from the plate body. Each of the tabs overlies the second axial end surface of an associated one of the pins such that the thrust plate is disposed along the central axis between the second axial end surfaces and the retaining ring.
US10738875B2	Continuously variable transmission A continuously variable transmission housing including an inner cover and an outer cover that define an interior chamber that is structured and operable to enclose a continuously variable transmission primary pulley, secondary pulley and pulley belt. The housing includes a duct panel mounted to the inner cover such that when the primary pulley is disposed within the interior chamber, the duct panel is disposed between an outer face of the primary pulley and the inner cover. An air duct is defined between the inner cover and the duct panel, wherein the air duct is fluidly connected to ambient air from an ambient environment external to the housing. The duct panel forms at least a portion of an ambient air inlet of the housing and includes a center opening that structured and operable to allow the ambient air to be drawn through the air duct and into the housing interior chamber.
US10738874B2	Assembling process for mounting a rolling bearing on a gear shaft, and gear assembly obtainable by such a process A rolling bearing is mounted on a gear shaft, which extends along an axis and carries a first and a second toothing axially separated from each other by a cylindrical portion of the gear shaft. Such a cylindrical portion has an outer diameter smaller than that of the first toothing. The bearing is provided with rolling bodies, a cage with seats engageable by the rolling bodies, and an outer ring defining an outer rolling path for the rolling bodies. During assembly, the cage is fitted around the first toothing and axially displaced towards the second toothing until it is arranged around the cylindrical portion. In this step, the tenons of the cage pass in the slots between the teeth of the first toothing. Subsequently, the rolling bodies are radially inserted in the respective seats so as to be arranged against the cylindrical portion.
US10738873B2	Device and method for vibration damping in conveyor drives A drive system for a conveyor system has an motor and a transmission. One or more clutches can be provided between the motor and transmission. The drive system can be mounted by way of a torque support. In order to reduce vibrations of the drive system, a damper is arranged on the axial motor-side end. If the motor, the transmission and, optionally, other components of the drive system are mounted on a rocker, the damper can be arranged on the motor-side axial end of the rocker.
US10738870B2	Two-color molding method and two-color molded body A two-color molding method in which, when a secondary molded body is formed by covering the surface of a primary molded body made of a reinforcing-fiber-containing synthetic resin material with a reinforcing-fiber-free synthetic resin material, these synthetic resin materials may differ and the production cost does not increase. When a primary molded body is formed by injecting a molten reinforcing-fiber-containing synthetic resin material into a primary molding cavity, the molten reinforcing-fiber-containing synthetic resin material flows from one end toward the other end of the primary molding cavity and a short shot is performed. This exposes reinforcing fiber in a tooth of the primary molded body positioned at the other end of the primary molding cavity. In the secondary molding cavity, the tooth in which the reinforcing fiber is exposed is covered with a reinforcing-fiber-free synthetic resin material to form a synthetic resin gear as a two-color molded body.
US10738864B2	Linear drive apparatus A linear drive apparatus including: a housing. Located inside the housing are an electric motor, a transmission gear, which meshes with an output gear on an output shaft of the electric motor, a gear shaft, and a linear motion assembly. The transmission gear is mounted on the gear shaft, the linear motion assembly is mounted to cooperate with the transmission gear, and converts rotational motion of the transmission gear to linear motion. An axis of the linear motion assembly is arranged in the same plane as an axis of the electric motor output shaft and an axis of the gear shaft. The linear drive apparatus has the advantages of a compact structure, small volume, light weight, and good heat dissipation.
US10738860B2	Hydraulic tensioner with controllable inlet pressure A pressure regulator is in fluid communication with a supply inlet of a hydraulic tensioner to actively control fluid to the inlet of the hydraulic tensioner. By actively controlling the pressure regulator based on engine conditions and thus the oil pressure being fed to the hydraulic tensioner, the oil pressure to the hydraulic tensioner may be reduced at low engine speeds, increasing the efficiency of the timing system, or allowing full oil pressure at high engine speeds and low engine temperature.
US10738859B2	Vehicle driveline system A vehicle driveline system for a vehicle is provided. The system comprises a differential (110) having two output shafts (111,112) being connectable with respective wheel shafts, a primary electrical motor (121) being connected with a driving input (117) of the differential (110) via a first reduction gearing (130), said first reduction gearing (130) being connected to a secondary electrical motor (122) for adjusting the gear ratio of the first reduction gearing (130); whereby the secondary electrical motor (122) is connected to a clutch arrangement (150) configured to selectively lock the gear ratio of the first reduction gearing (130).
US10738854B2	Manipulation device A manipulation device has a manipulation body operated by the manipulator in a manipulation direction, a support body freely supporting the operation of the manipulation body, and a movable load imparting mechanism imparting a load to the manipulation body. The movable load imparting mechanism has a movable member engaged with the movable axis of the manipulation body, a magnetism generating mechanism having a coil that generates a magnetic field and a first yoke provided so as to enclose the coil, and a magnetic viscous fluid, its viscosity changing according to the strength of a magnetic field. The magnetic viscous fluid is filled in a first gap between the first yoke and the movable member. In the gap, a first buffering layer not harder than the movable member is provided on at least one of the opposing plane of the first yoke and the opposing plane of the movable member.
US10738849B2	Perforated heat screen for a braked aircraft wheel The invention provides a method of reducing the cooling time for disks of a brake (5) of an aircraft wheel (1) fitted with a heat screen (10) extending between the wheel and the disks of the brake, and mounted to rotate on aircraft landing gear about an axis of rotation, the method comprising making perforations (11, 12, 13) through the heat screen to allow air heated by the disks to pass through the heat screen towards the wheel, the perforations being provided with obstacles to block any radiation from passing directly from the disks towards the wheel.
US10738848B2	Brake system According to an aspect, this invention relates to a cooling device for a disc brake, the device extending in a longitudinal direction and comprising a first portion configured to surround the discs of the brake, intended for being arranged facing the side surfaces of the brake discs and configured to capture, by irradiation and/or convection, the heat generated by the discs during the friction. The cooling device further includes a second portion, secured and thermally coupled to the first portion, offset in the longitudinal direction relative to the first portion, and provided with tins extending radially relative to the longitudinal direction and configured to dissipate the heat captured by the first portion, by convection and/or irradiation, into the ambient air.
US10738842B2	Clutch assembly The clutch assembly has a first mode and a second mode. The clutch assembly includes an inner ring defining a plurality of inner ring retainers, an outer ring defining a plurality of outer ring retainers. A cage is arranged between the inner ring and the outer ring. The cage includes arms with a first region having a first stiffness and a second region having a second stiffness that is different than the first stiffness. Struts are arranged within a respective receptacle and adapted to slide within the respective receptacle. Rotational movement of the cage drives the struts into and out of engagement with the plurality of inner ring retainers.
US10738841B2	Oil pump control method for DCT An oil pump control method for a DCT may include estimating line pressure, using a pressure-up model formed from a relationship between an oil pump driving current and a hydraulic pressure; stopping the oil pump when the line pressure estimated from the pressure-up model is equal to or higher than a predetermined upper limit hydraulic pressure; estimating a dropping line pressure from a first pressure-down model for a predetermined first reference time after stopping the oil pump on the basis of the line pressure estimated when the oil pump is stopped as an initial value; forming a second pressure-down model by opening a solenoid valve supplying hydraulic pressure to a non-drive side clutch, and estimating a line pressure from the second pressure-down model, and returning to the pressure-up step when the line pressure reaches predetermined lower limit hydraulic pressure or less.
US10738839B2	Clutch assembly configured to prevent unwanted jolt during engagement A clutch arrangement is formed with drive-side and, output-side clutch elements and a clutch piston for operative connection and disengagement between the drive-side and output-side clutch elements. Associated with at least two clutch elements is an elastically deformable clutch element working mechanism through which the corresponding clutch elements can be acted upon in direction away from one another by an axial force to assist disengagement of the drive-side and output-side clutch elements. The clutch element working mechanism provides a considerable change in the gradient of the axial force exerted on the clutch elements as a result of even a small change of shape of the clutch element working mechanism so that a sharply rising axial force of the clutch element working mechanism works against the clutch piston.
US10738836B2	Adjustable torque assembly A torque assembly including an outer component, an inner component fitted within the outer component, and a tolerance ring provided between the outer component and the inner component to transmit torque between the inner and outer components, wherein torque transferred between the inner and outer components is adjustable by modifying the axial spacing between the inner component and the outer component.
US10738835B2	Drive unit for a motor vehicle, in particular a passenger car A drive unit is provided for a motor vehicle, including an internal combustion engine with an output shaft, a starting element that can be driven by the output shaft, a transmission that can be driven by the output shaft via the starting element, and a bellows mechanism via which the starting element can be driven by the output shaft. The bellows is configured as a folding bellows with a plurality of walls overlapping each other in the axial direction, such that the bellows can be pulled apart and compressed again without the bellows being damaged or deformed plastically as a result. The bellows is utilized as a balancing clutch, via which the starting element is coupled to the output shaft, such that torques are transmitted via the bellows between the starting element and the output shaft.
US10738833B2	Yoke to shaft attachment assembly A shaft assembly includes a yoke. The yoke defines a first bore and a second bore. The first bore extends from a first face towards a second face along a first axis. The first bore has a key that extends towards the first axis. The second bore extends from a third face towards a fourth face along a second axis that is disposed transverse to the first axis. The third face and the fourth face each extend between the first face and the second face.
US10738827B2	Management system and motion guidance device In a management system which manages user equipment installed in a prescribed space managed by a user, the user equipment including a plurality of motion guidance devices each including a track member, a moving member, and a plurality of displacement sensors which detect displacements of the moving member in a prescribed number of displacement directions in the moving member, on the basis of lifespan-related information corresponding to each of the plurality of motion guidance devices, a lifespan exhaustion ratio of each motion guidance device is calculated and, on the basis of the calculated lifespan exhaustion ratio, replacement object devices to be replaced within a prescribed period which constitute a part of or all of the plurality of motion guidance devices are determined. In addition, a user is notified of a replacement timing at which all of the determined replacement object devices in the user equipment are to be replaced.
US10738825B2	Double row tapered roller bearing assembly having a two-piece outer ring A tapered roller bearing assembly includes a one-piece inner ring that has two outer raceways oriented at angles relative to a longitudinal axis and a first outer ring with a first inner raceway and a second outer ring having a second inner raceway. The bearing assembly includes a spacer ring that has an axial width and is positioned around the inner ring and between the first and outer rings. A plurality of rolling elements is in rolling engagement with the first outer raceway and the first inner raceway. A plurality of rolling elements is in rolling engagement with the second outer raceway and the second inner raceway. The axial width is selectively established to obtain a predetermined axial clearance between the inner ring and the first outer ring and the second outer ring.
US10738820B1	Bungee cord with interlocking hooks Interlocking hook assemblies for elastic straps include an elastic member 500 including a pair of similar interlocking hook devices 100 connected to each end of elastic member 501. Each interlocking hook device 100, is provided with a connector 300 which is fixedly attached thereon. Each hook device can be connected, preferably in a locking manner, onto the other hook device creating a closed hook assembly thereby disabling the hooks to prevent entanglement of elastic or rigid straps when not in use or during storage and/or transportation. Multiple elastic straps 500 can be connected end-to-end forming an elongated elastic strap of desired length having closed central hooks with open hooks on each end. Interlocking hook assemblies for elastic members include an elastic member with interlocking hook devices 900 including two similar interlocking hook devices 800 with a connector groove 801 and a catch feature 802 and elastic member 811. Each interlocking hook device 800 is provided with a groove 801 and catch feature 802 designed to allow each hook to engage the other within their respective grooves and to releasably lock them together. Each hook device can be engaged and preferably locked onto the other hook device thereby disabling the hooks to prevent entanglement of the elastic member when not in use or during storage and/or transportation. Multiple elastic members 900 can be connected end-to-end forming an elongated elastic strap of desired length having closed central hooks with open hooks on each end.
US10738814B2	Sealing and shimming of structural joints A method of producing a sealed structural joint between two components (23, 24) and such a sealed joint are provided. The method includes the steps of applying a layer of sealant (27) to the first component (23), applying liquid shim (28) to the second component (24), inserting an intermediate layer (29) between the sealant (27) and the liquid shim (28), the intermediate layer (29) having a series of raised structural features (31) to engage the first component (23). The features (31) are positioned to allow the sealant (27) to extend across the joint between the raised features (31) to form a continuous seal. The joint is then closed and cure of the liquid shim (28) and sealant (27) takes place to solidify the shim (28) to the desired thickness within the joint.
US10738809B2	Connection devices for fluidic devices Connection devices for connecting together a filter, a regulator, and a lubricator, which constitute a fluidic unit, are each provided with: a base member having a hole; a pair of first and second fastening members which are mounted to one side surface and the other side surface of the base members; and first and second holders held by the first and second fastening members. The first and second holders are engaged with the engagement protrusions of the filter, the regulator, and the lubricator, and first and second nuts are engaged with the first and second fastening members through threads to connect the fluidic devices together through the first and second holders. Caps are fitted over the first holders and the first nuts.
US10738808B2	Compact support clamp A clamp for mounting a structure on a support. The clamp includes a fixed jaw, a base, and a moveable thruster plate between the fixed jaw and the base. The clamp includes a thruster cylinder configured to be rotatably received through the clamp body and having threads that engage a screw so that when the thruster cylinder rotates, the screw is advanced or retracted to move the thruster plate into and out of engagement with the support. A knob is used to rotate the thruster cylinder. The clamp includes a friction washer or collet located between the thruster cylinder and the clamp body. The clamp is configured so that when the thruster plate engages the support, further axial movement of the screw is prevented and further rotation of the knob and thruster cylinder compresses the friction washer or collet.
US10738798B2	Energy recovery device and energy recovery method The energy recovery system includes an inertial fluid container, a low pressure container, a high pressure container, a low pressure valve, and a high pressure valve, a valve flow conduit, and a valve controller. The valve controller switches, in response to a decrease in volume of the fluid chamber, the inertial fluid container between communicating with the low pressure container and the high pressure container, thereby generating inertial forces of the working fluid flowing toward the low pressure container in the inertial fluid container, and causing the working fluid to flow into the high pressure container by the inertial forces. The valve controller sets a switching frequency for the valves to a frequency close to an Nth-order (where N is a natural number) anti-resonance frequency of a flow conduit for the working fluid.
US10738796B2	Fan frame of an axial-flow fan A fan frame of an axial-flow fan is provided to reduce the vibration generated during the rotation of the impeller that is transmitted to the outside of the axial-flow fan via the fan frame. The fan frame includes a housing, a base and a plurality of connection members. The base includes a shaft-coupling portion. Each of the plurality of connection members includes two ends respectively connected to the housing and the base. Each of the plurality of connection members is defined with an extension line passing through the two ends of the connection member. Each of the plurality of connection members includes a first bending portion and a second bending portion. The first bending portion extends around a first notch, and the second bending portion extends around a second notch. The extension line extends through the first and second notches.
US10738795B2	Turbocharger with thermo-decoupled wheel contour inlet for water-cooled compressor housing A compressor section includes a compressor wheel and a compressor housing that surrounds the compressor wheel. The compressor housing includes a flow passage with an upstream area. The compressor section also includes a cooling pocket that is defined within the compressor housing. The cooling pocket is configured to receive a coolant for cooling the compressor housing. Furthermore, the compressor section includes a thermo-decoupling pocket that is defined within the compressor housing. The thermo-decoupling pocket is disposed between the cooling pocket and the upstream area of the flow passage. The thermo-decoupling pocket is fluidly connected to an exterior area outside the compressor housing.
US10738791B2	Active high pressure compressor clearance control In one embodiment, a compressor clearance control system is provided. The compressor clearance control system includes a cooling air source, a compressor casing, and a cooling air flowpath defined through the compressor casing. The flowpath includes an inlet configured to receive cooling air from the cooling air source and an outlet configured to exhaust the cooling air to the cooling air source such that the flowpath defines a closed loop within the compressor.
US10738789B2	Method of monitoring the status of a turbomachine having a casing wherein liquid may accumulate, arrangement and turbomachine A turbomachine has a casing where liquid may accumulate; at least one liquid level detector is located inside the casing for automatically detecting liquid accumulated inside the casing during operation of the turbomachine; the liquid level detector may be arranged for detecting one or two or three or four liquid levels inside the casing; the liquid level detector is typically connected to an electronic unit at least for automatically signaling the liquid level. The electronic unit controls at least one valve for automatically discharging the accumulated liquid from the casing; in this way, the status of the turbomachine is not only monitored but also managed.
US10738788B2	Blower A blower is provided that may include a first suction inlet having a first suction opening formed therein; a second suction inlet having a second suction opening formed therein; at least one fan provided between the first suction inlet and the second suction inlet, to generate a flow of air; a discharge ring provided at an outer side of the at least one fan to discharge air to an outside of the blower; a filter provided at any one of the first suction inlet or the second suction inlet, to filter suctioned air; and a heater provided at the other of the first suction inlet or the second suction inlet, to heat suctioned air.
US10738782B2	Magnetically coupled sealless centrifugal pump A magnetically driven centrifugal pump has a pump case, an open vane impeller in the pump case, a stuffing box including a stuffing box outer being fixed relative to the pump case and a stuffing box inner threadedly engaged with the stuffing box outer, and a rotor axially fixed and rotatably mounted in the stuffing box inner. Bushings are arranged between the rotor and the stuffing box inner. A drive is fixed relative to the pump case and includes a drive output extending into the rotor. There is a magnetic coupling between the rotor and the drive and a canister fixed to the stuffing box and extending through the magnetic coupling to isolate the rotor from the drive. A rub ring closes the end of the stuffing box inner and constrains the drive output from damaging the canister under catastrophic bearing failure.
US10738781B2	Active clearance management in screw compressor A compressor includes a housing defining a working chamber. The housing further includes a bore and an endplate disposed toward a discharge end. The compressor further includes a rotor having helical threads, the rotor being configured to be housed in the bore, a rotor clearance, a controllable bearing supporting the rotor, and a controller configured to control the controllable bearing such that the controllable bearing moves the rotor in a manner to reduce and/or enlarge the rotor clearance.
US10738780B2	Electric compressor An electric compressor includes a compression portion, an electric motor portion, a motor drive circuit portion, and a housing in which the compression portion, the electric motor portion, and the motor drive circuit portion are arranged in this order in an axial direction. The electric compressor further includes a partition wall, a refrigerant inlet, and a conductive member. The refrigerant inlet is disposed at a position in the housing closer to a partition wall than to the compression portion. The conductive member electrically connects the motor drive circuit portion and the electric motor portion. The electric compressor includes a shield member configured to block flow of refrigerant taken in through the refrigerant inlet and flowing toward the conductive member. The shield member is disposed in the electric motor portion so as to be located between the refrigerant inlet and the conductive member.
US10738778B2	Motor-driven roots pump A rotor-chamber wall of a motor-driven Roots pump has a suction port and a discharge port. The side on which the discharge port is located with respect to a plane that includes both the rotational axis of a drive shaft and the rotational axis of a driven shaft is a first side. A first partition wall defines a gear chamber and has a first recess on the first side. A second partition wall defines the gear chamber and has a second recess. The first partition wall has a first oil supply passage that is configured to supply oil from the first recess to a first seal accommodating recess. The second partition wall has a second and a third oil supply passages. The second and the third oil supply passages are configured to supply oil from the second recess to a second and a third seal accommodating recesses, respectively.
US10738775B2	Method and control device for operating a reciprocating piston pump A method for actuating a pump having a reciprocating piston or a diaphragm for pressure generation in a hydraulic system, the reciprocating piston or the diaphragm being moved by way of an actuator which is driven by a magnetic field of a magnet coil, and a system pressure in the hydraulic system being determined.
US10738774B2	Reciprocating type compressor A reciprocating type compressor having a structure in which a rotational support of a rotational shaft and a cylinder are manufactured as separate components; a frame provided with the rotational support fixes the cylinder; and a cylinder head is fixed to the frame to cover the cylinder.
US10738769B2	Double diaphragm pump A first diaphragm which forms a wall of a first pump chamber is provided in the double diaphragm pump according to the invention, wherein the first diaphragm can be moved by means of a first driving means. In addition, a second diaphragm which forms a wall of a second pump chamber is provided, wherein the second diaphragm can be moved by means of a second driving means. What is more, a control for the driving means is provided, said control being designed and operable such that it controls the two driving means subject to one or a plurality of conditions.
US10738762B2	Method and system for controlling a wind turbine to manage edgewise blade vibrations A method of controlling a wind turbine comprising at least one rotor blade, and at least one accelerometer housed within a nacelle or a tower of the wind turbine. The method comprises: determining a whirling mode frequency for the wind turbine; measuring an acceleration signal that is indicative of the movement of the nacelle of the wind turbine; determining a frequency spectrum of the measured acceleration signal in the proximity of the determined whirling mode frequency; determining a characteristic value that is representative of the energy content of the measured acceleration signal having the determined frequency spectrum; and performing at least one control action if the characteristic value exceeds a predetermined threshold.
US10738761B2	Ram air turbine governor spring positioning A ram air turbine has turbine blades connected to rotate a transmission shaft. The transmission shaft is connected to drive a first gear which is engaged to drive a second gear. The second gear is connected to rotate an output shaft extending through a strut away from the transmission shaft. A governor arrangement is configured to change a pitch angle of the blades in response to speed, and includes counterweights acting on a spring in the governor arrangement. The governor spring is positioned on an opposed side of the strut relative to the turbine.
US10738760B2	Vertical axis wind turbine The present invention is a vertical axis wind turbine contained in a housing designed to introduce turbulent flow to increase efficiency. One embodiment of the invention uses a three bladed propeller with deflectors mounted upstream of the propeller to increase the pressure on the trailing edge of the blades. In another embodiment, an electric generator is coupled to the vertical axis wind turbine to convert the kinetic energy of a moving fluid into electricity.
US10738758B2	Funnel wind turbine A funnel wind turbine has a horizontal funnel, rotor blades in the narrower end of the funnel, the rotor blades coupled to a rotor, a shaft coupling the rotor to a generator, and a support tower. The funnel wind turbine may have bearings or a yaw system to allow rotation of the horizontal funnel on the support tower. The funnel wind turbine may have wind direction and speed sensors, an electronic control unit, and a communication device (e.g., cellular antennas, radio transmitters/receivers, etc.) for transmitting information such as wind speed and direction, power generation, and efficiency to a distant receiver.
US10738756B2	Wave energy converter Certain embodiments are directed to a vertical axis unidirectional rotor for wave energy conversion, said rotor comprising a plurality of spatially distributed lift-type and/or drag-type blades and a shaft, said rotor performing unidirectional rotation in waves about the shaft that is vertically oriented.
US10738752B2	Drive train A drive train for a motor vehicle includes an internal combustion engine, a starting device, and a vibration isolation device. The internal combustion engine has a main order of vibration and an excitation frequency predetermined by a predetermined operating principle and a predetermined number of cylinders. The starting device is for starting the internal combustion engine and has an electric machine with a torque characteristic over a speed (n). The vibration isolation device is designed for the main order of vibration of the internal combustion engine. The vibration isolation device has a resonance characteristic below an idling speed (nL) of the internal combustion engine in a resonance range occurring in a first speed range (Δn2). The resonance range is shifted into a second, lower speed range (Δn1) when the electric machine is coupled. The electric machine is arranged to supply a torque effective beyond the second, lower speed range (Δn1).
US10738751B2	Fluid control device for internal combustion engine A fluid control device for an internal combustion engine, includes: plural fluid control valves each including a chamber, a first port via which fluid is introduced to the chamber, a second port via which fluid is guided out from the chamber, and a solenoid valve part opening and closing the second port with respect to the chamber; one support member for supporting and fixing the fluid control valves to a vehicle; and a branched passage having plural inlet portions communicating with the second port of the fluid control valves and an outlet portion guiding out the fluid introduced from the inlet portions, the branched passage being formed integrally with an interior of the support member. Thus, due to the branched passage being formed from the support member itself without requiring a joint member having a special shape, it is possible to cut the number of components and save installation space.
US10738729B2	Direct-injection internal combustion engine with two valves per cylinder An engine line is described herein that includes a first engine including a front end accessory drive system and a second engine including a greater number of cylinders than the first engine and a front end accessory drive system. The engine line further includes a generator, in different manufacturing arrangements, mounting to each of the front engine accessory drive systems in the first and second engines in a common location.
US10738727B2	Electric pump pressure sensorless electronic pressure limiting and flow leveling system A pressure sensorless electronic pressure limiting and flow leveling system for an electric pump comprising a multi-mode control process for transferring fluid through a filter feeding a source consuming the fluid as the filter becomes clogged. The multi-mode control process comprising a closed loop current control mode, a pressure limiting control mode for controlling the speed of the motor as a function of a pre-calibrated profile correlating measured motor speed and voltage parameters to a predetermined value in the pre-calibrated profile utilized to set the speed of the motor driving the pump for pumping pressurized fluid through a clogging filter; and a flow leveling control mode correlating measured motor current to a predetermined value in a pre-calibrated profile utilized to set the speed of the motor driving the pump for pumping pressurized fluid as a function of clogging of the filter.
US10738726B2	Methods and systems for adjusting heater power of an oxygen sensor to reduce degradation from water Methods and systems are provided for adjusting heater power of an oxygen sensor. In one example, a method for an engine includes adjusting heater power of a heating element of the oxygen sensor when the heater power increases by a threshold amount. The method includes subsequently increasing heater power back to a baseline power level responsive to a temperature of the heating element.
US10738722B2	Method for operating a drive system of a motor vehicle, drive system and motor vehicle A method for operating a drive system of a motor vehicle having a combustion engine, a fuel tank, and an evaporative emission control system, includes the following steps: opening a canister-purge valve of the evaporative emission control system; using a first sensor of the motor vehicle designed as a pressure sensor to ascertain an evaporative emission control system pressure prevailing in the evaporative emission control system between a filter device of the evaporative emission control system and the canister-purge valve; using a measurement device of the motor vehicle to ascertain an ambient pressure of the motor vehicle; using a computational device of the motor vehicle to compute a flow volume of a fluid streaming through the canister-purge valve on the basis of the ascertained evaporative emission control system pressure and the ascertained ambient pressure; and using an engine control device of the drive system of the motor vehicle to operate the drive system taking into account the computed fluid flow volume.
US10738715B2	Valve device This valve device includes a body having passages and valve shaft holes, a valve shaft passed through the valve shaft holes in a rotatable manner, and butterfly valves. The butterfly valves include first contour parts and second contour parts forming outer contour parts that are smaller than the first contour parts. The first and second contour parts are fixed to the valve shaft in order to close off the passages at positions set apart from the valve shaft holes toward the downstream side (upstream side) of the passages, and are disposed flanking a straight line parallel to the valve shaft to form prescribed outer contour parts. The body includes first seal parts with which the first contour parts are brought into contact and second seal parts with which the second contour parts are brought into contact within the passages. Fluid leakage in a closed state can thereby be reliably prevented.
US10738708B2	Accessory drive gear for integrated drive generator An accessory drive gear for use in the integrated drive generator includes a gear body extending between a first end and a second end and having a plurality of gear teeth at a radially outer surface adjacent the first end, and the gear teeth having a gear tooth profile, with roll angles A, B, C, and D, and the roll angle at A being between 17.0 and 18.5°, the roll angle at B being between 20.0 and 21.5°, the roll angle at C being between 29.5 and 31.0°, and the roll angle at D being between 32.5 and 34.0°. In addition, an integrated drive generator is disclosed as is a method of replacing an accessory drive gear in an integrated drive generator.
US10738707B2	Igniter for a gas turbine engine A gas turbine engine includes a combustion section space between a compressor section in a turbine section. The combustion section defines a combustion chamber and includes a combustor member defining an opening to the combustion chamber. A mounting assembly extends around or is positioned adjacent to the opening defined by the combustor member. In igniter extends through a ferrule of the mounting assembly and includes a distal end positioned proximate the opening in the combustor member. The igniter defines a plurality of channels each channel extending between a first end and a second end. The first end is positioned away from the distal end of the igniter relative to the second end, and the second end is a terminal end spaced from the distal end of the igniter.
US10738706B2	Propulsion system for an aircraft A hybrid-electric propulsion system includes a propulsor, a turbomachine, and an electrical system, the electrical system including an electric machine coupled to the turbomachine. A method for operating the propulsion system includes operating, by one or more computing devices, the turbomachine in a steady-state flight operating condition, the turbomachine rotating the propulsor when operated in the steady-state flight operating condition; receiving, by the one or more computing devices, a command to accelerate the turbomachine while operating the turbomachine in the steady-state flight operating condition; and providing, by the one or more computing devices, electrical power to the electric machine to add power to the turbomachine, the propulsor, or both in response to the received command to accelerate the turbomachine.
US10738698B2	Inlet guide vane control for aircraft single engine operation A method of operating a multi-engine, rotary wing aircraft in a single engine, in-flight mode, the method includes stopping a first engine while operating a second engine; closing variable inlet guide vanes on the first engine; and turning a gas generator of the first engine at a reference rotational speed.
US10738692B2	Distributed propulsion and electric power generation system A propulsion and electric power generation system includes a gas turbine propulsion engine, an electrical generator, an aircraft power distribution system, a plurality of auxiliary fans, and a controller. The gas turbine propulsion engine includes at least a low-pressure turbine coupled to a fan via a low-pressure spool, and the low-pressure turbine is configured to generate mechanical power. The electrical generator is directly connected to the low-pressure spool and generates a total amount of electrical power (Pe). The aircraft power distribution system receives a first fraction (Pa) of the total amount of electrical power. The auxiliary fans receive a second fraction (Pf) of the total amount of electrical power. The controller is configured to control a ratio of Pf to Pa (Pf/Pa) such that the ratio spans a range from less than 0.6 to at least 0.9.
US10738690B2	Connecting rod having an adjustable connecting rod length with a mechanical actuating means Adjustable-length connecting rod (100, 200) for a reciprocating piston engine, in particular for a reciprocating piston internal combustion engine, having a hydraulic cylinder for adjusting an effective connecting rod length (L) of the connecting rod (100, 200), which hydraulic cylinder has at least one piston and a first hydraulic operating chamber (21) and a second hydraulic operating chamber (22), a hydraulically actuable control device (8) which can be switched over at least between two switching states with an actuating piston (23) for controlling the adjustment of the connecting rod (100, 200), and a mechanically actuable actuating device (9) for switching the control device (8), which actuating device (9) is operatively connected via at least one hydraulic actuating line (11, 12) to the actuating piston (23) of the control device (8) for actuating it hydraulically.
US10738687B2	Engine An engine including an exhaust bypass valve and an intake bypass valve. The exhaust bypass valve is disposed in an exhaust bypass channel connecting an outlet of an exhaust manifold and an exhaust outlet of a turbocharger to each other. The intake bypass valve is disposed in an intake bypass channel connecting an inlet of an intake manifold and an inlet of the turbocharger. An intake pressure sensor detects a pressure of the intake manifold. If an instruction value indicating an upper limit or a lower limit of the valve opening degree of the intake bypass valve is continuously output for a predetermined time or more, an engine control device determines that an abnormality occurs in at least one of the exhaust bypass valve and the intake bypass valve.
US10738686B2	Internal combustion engine controller An internal combustion engine controller is applied to an internal combustion engine incorporating a turbocharger. The engine includes an intake passage, a compressor arranged in the intake passage, a bypass passage connecting portions of the intake passage at upstream and downstream sides of the compressor. An air bypass valve adjusts a flowrate of intake air passing through the bypass passage. The internal combustion engine controller includes an acceleration determination unit and an ABV control unit. The acceleration determination unit is configured to detect an acceleration request sent to the internal combustion engine and determine whether or not the acceleration request is in an initial stage. The ABV control unit is configured to execute a temporary open/close control to open the air bypass valve for a specified period when determined by the acceleration determination unit that the acceleration request is in the initial stage.
US10738685B2	Apparatus for increasing flow rate in engine pipe and processing method therefor The present invention relates to an apparatus for increasing the flow rate in an engine pipe, and a processing method therefor and, more specifically, to an apparatus for increasing the flow rate in an engine pipe, the apparatus being provided in an engine pipe so as to define a circular flow of a gas by maximizing a circular flow length of the flowing gas, enabling the gas to flow circularly along an outer surface of a flow rate increasing tube body, preventing the occurrence of a vortex due to the collision of the gas flowing in the inside and the outside of the flow rate increasing tube body, and preventing the occurrence of noise and the like since the flow rate increasing tube body is firmly fixed to the pipe.
US10738679B2	Use of a lubrication oil that forms water-soluble ash when combusted, engine system in which the oil is used and a vehicle comprising the engine system The present invention relates to use of a lubrication oil that forms water-soluble ash when combusted in an engine system, where the engine system comprises an internal combustion engine; an exhaust gas system comprising a diesel particulate filter to capture particulate matter from the exhaust gases, including the water-soluble ash; and an exhaust gas conduit to lead exhaust gases from the internal combustion engine to the exhaust gas system, and to collect condensed water formed by a cold start and/or a cold operation of the internal combustion engine and lead the condensed water through the diesel particulate filter, thereby dissolving and removing the water-soluble ash from the diesel particulate filter.
US10738678B2	Correction method of NOx purifying efficiency of SDPF A correction method of NOx purifying efficiency of SDPF includes: measuring a temperature change per unit time inside the SDPF, determining whether the temperature change per unit time inside the SDPF is below a first predetermined value, determining whether a difference between a maximum value and a minimum value of temperature of respective parts inside the SDPF is below a second predetermined value if the temperature change per unit time inside the SDPF is below the first predetermined value, determining whether a temperature inside the SDPF is in a low temperature region if the difference between the maximum value and the minimum value of temperature of the respective parts inside the SDPF is below the second predetermined value, and performing a low temperature region correction if the temperature inside the SDPF is in the low temperature region.
US10738673B2	Electrically heated catalytic converter and method of manufacturing the same Provided is an electrically heated catalytic converter including at least a conductive substrate and an electrode member that is fixed to the substrate, in which a protective film is formed on a surface of at least a portion of the electrode member. In the electrically heated catalytic converter, at least a portion of the protective film is formed of Al2O3, SiO2, a composite material of Al2O3 and SiO2, or a composite oxide including Al2O3, SiO2, or a composite material of Al2O3 and SiO2 as a major component, the protective film has an amorphous structure or a partially crystalline glass structure having a crystallization rate of 30 vol % or lower with respect to the entire portion of the protective film, and a thickness of the protective film is in a range of 100 nm to 2 μm.
US10738670B2	Utility vehicle A utility vehicle includes: an engine which is a drive source; a catch tank configured to perform a gas-liquid separation of a blow-by gas generated in the engine; a first breather passage configured to deliver the blow-by gas, which is discharged from the engine, to the catch tank; a second breather passage configured to supply a gas component, which has been separated in the catch tank, to an air intake system of the engine; and a return passage configured to return a liquid component, which has been separated in the catch tank, to the engine. The catch tank is disposed above a cylinder head covering. A breather outlet port, with which the first breather passage is fluid connected, and an oil return port, with which the return passage is fluid connected, are formed in an upper surface of the cylinder head covering.
US10738668B2	Automotive driveline unit housing with lubricant feed passage and flow restrictor An automotive driveline unit housing can be that of a power transfer unit (PTU), a final drive unit (FDU), or a rear drive unit (RDU). The automotive driveline unit housing has a lubricant feed passage spanning from an inlet to an outlet. The outlet can be situated near a seal of the automotive driveline unit, near a bearing of the unit, near both the seal and bearing, or near another component. The lubricant feed passage can have a flow restrictor located near its outlet. When the unit is in a connected state, lubricant is received in the lubricant feed passage via a spinning gear of the unit. The received lubricant trickles through the flow restrictor. And when the unit is in a disconnected state, lubricant continues to trickle through the flow restrictor, even though lubricant may no longer be received in the lubricant feed passage via the gear.
US10738667B2	Heat transfer system A heat transfer system for a vehicle including an axle assembly having a carrier housing. A sump defined by the carrier housing contains a fluid lubricant. The heat transfer system further includes a heat exchanger having one or more electrically conductive elements. The electrically conductive elements are at least partially disposed within the carrier housing. Additionally, an electrical power source is in electrical connection with the heat exchanger.
US10738665B2	Sliding cam system The present disclosure relates to a sliding cam system for an internal combustion engine. The sliding cam system has a camshaft and a plurality of cam carriers with in each case at least two cams, the plurality of cam carriers being arranged fixedly on the camshaft so as to rotate with it and in an axially displaceable manner. The sliding cam system has a plurality of fluid-actuated actuator apparatuses which are configured in each case for axially displacing a cam carrier of the plurality of cam carriers. The sliding cam system has a fluid feed apparatus which is provided for feeding a fluid in a fluidic connection upstream of the plurality of actuator apparatuses for actuating the plurality of actuator apparatuses. At least two actuator apparatuses of the plurality of actuator apparatuses are coupled fluidically for simultaneous actuation.
US10738659B2	Turbine nozzle port seal for machining This disclosure provides a devices and systems for securing a gas turbine nozzle segment and sealing one or more cooling cavities of the gas turbine nozzle segment during manufacturing. The device can have a support assembly for receiving a nozzle segment having at least one cooling cavity. The device can have at least one clamp assembly configured to secure a first portion of the nozzle segment to the support assembly. The at least one clamp assembly having a first clamp arm, and a first tightening assembly coupling the first clamp arm to the support assembly. The device can have a first port seal assembly having at least one sealing member coupled to the first seal body and configured to interact with and seal the corresponding one or more cooling cavities.
US10738658B2	Axial flow turbine An axial flow turbine according to an embodiment includes: an outer casing; an inner casing provided inside the outer casing; a discharge pipe that is welded and joined to the outer casing and through which a working fluid discharged from the axial flow turbine flows; a sleeve that is provided inside the outer casing and the discharge pipe and guides the working fluid discharged from the axial flow turbine to the discharge pipe; a tubular member that is provided over an outer periphery of the sleeve inside the outer casing and the discharge pipe and covers an inner periphery side of a joint portion between the outer casing and the discharge pipe; an introduction port that introduces a cooling medium into a space demarcated by the outer casing, the discharge pipe, and the tubular member; and a discharge port that discharges the cooling medium introduced into the space.
US10738656B2	Sealing assembly for a gas turbine A sealing assembly for a gas turbine is provided, especially an aircraft gas turbine, including: a first component having a first flange portion and a second component having a second flange portion; in the area of the first flange portion and the second flange portion, the first component and the second component being detachably intercoupled by a bolt connection; between the first component, especially a rounded portion, and the second component, especially the second flange portion, a variable interspace being provided that is at least partially sealed by at least one sealing element. The sealing element has a first sealing portion that rests against the first component, especially against the rounded portion, and a second sealing portion that rests against the second component, especially against the second flange portion; the first sealing portion and the second sealing portion being interconnected and extending obliquely relative to each other.
US10738650B2	Device for deicing a splitter nose and inlet guide vanes of an aviation turbine engine A deicer device deices both a splitter nose and inlet guide vanes of an aviation turbine engine. The device includes a splitter nose to split a stream coming from the fan into primary and secondary stream flow channels of annular shape and an inner shroud to which inlet guide vanes are fastened and including a hook that holds the inner shroud axially at its upstream end against the inner annular wall. An outer surface facing of the hook forms an angle of less than 90° with an injection orifice such that the outer surface comes progressively closer to the outer annular wall on going away from the injection orifice. The outer surface of the hook presents a minimum amount of clearance J relative to the outer annular wall such that 0.2≤J/D≤0.6 where D is the hydraulic diameter of an injection orifice.
US10738649B2	Reinforced oxide-oxide ceramic matrix composite (CMC) component and method of making a reinforced oxide-oxide CMC component A reinforced oxide-oxide CMC component for a gas turbine engine includes a composite body and a structural element embedded in the composite body, where the composite body comprises a 2D oxide-oxide composite and the structural element comprises a 3D oxide-oxide composite. The 2D oxide-oxide composite includes 2D woven or nonwoven oxide fibers in a first oxide matrix, and the 3D oxide-oxide composite includes 3D woven oxide fibers in a second oxide matrix. The first oxide matrix and the second oxide matrix may comprise the same or a different oxide.
US10738645B2	Embedded triaxial epoxy cap probe A triaxial epoxy cap probe may comprise a probe body having a cavity disposed radially outward of a fan blade and comprising a first material, an outer insulator and an inner insulator disposed within the cavity and comprising a second material, a sensor element disposed within the inner insulator, a guard annulus about the sensor element and between the inner insulator and the outer insulator, a ground plane annulus about the outer insulator, wherein the sensor element, the guard annulus, and the ground plane annulus comprise a third material, and a triaxial lead in electronic communication with the sensor element, the guard annulus, and the ground plane annulus, wherein the second material and the third material are at least one of a resin, epoxy, or thermoset material.
US10738636B2	Dual wall airfoil with stiffened trailing edge An airfoil adapted for use in a gas turbine engine is disclosed herein. The airfoil includes a spar defining an interior space and a cover sheet extending around at least a portion of the spar. The cover sheet is bonded to the spar to define a cooling cavity between the spar and the cover sheet.
US10738635B2	Turbine engine turbine including a nozzle stage made of ceramic matrix composite material A turbine for a turbine engine is disclosed. The turbine includes a casing and a turbine nozzle stage made of a ceramic matrix composite material and including annular sectors forming a ring presenting an inner shroud and an outer shroud. Each annular sector has an inner platform forming part the inner shroud and an outer platform forming part of the outer shroud, and an airfoil extending between the outer platform and the inner platform and secured thereto. The airfoil presents a hollow profile defining an inside housing extending between the inner platform and the outer platform, and the inner and outer platforms each presenting an orifice communicating with the inside housing of the airfoil. Each annular sector includes a strut passing through the orifices in the platforms and through the inside housing of the airfoil. The strut is fastened to the casing and is connected with the annular sector.
US10738634B2	Contact coupled singlets The present disclosure provides an airfoil assembly comprising a first segment comprising a first shroud and a second shroud radially outward of the first shroud, a second segment comprising a first shroud and a second shroud radially outward of the first shroud, and a first coupling coupled to at least one of the first shroud or the second shroud of the first segment and a second coupling coupled to at least one of the first shroud or the second shroud of the second segment, wherein the first segment and the second segment are coupled together by a first land of the first coupling and a second land of the second coupling.
US10738633B2	Optimized aerodynamic profile for a turbine vane, in particular for a nozzle 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.
US10738632B2	Optimized aerodynamic profile for an arm of a structural casing of a turbine, and structural casing having such an arm 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.
US10738630B2	Platform apparatus for propulsion rotor A platform apparatus for a propulsion rotor having an annular array of airfoils carried by a rotor disk. The apparatus includes: at least one forward segment comprising an arcuate forward body having a plurality of spaced-apart axially-extending forward fingers, each of the forward fingers bounded by a curved first lateral edge interconnected to a straight second lateral edge by an aft edge, wherein the forward segment defines a flow path surface and an opposed back surface; at least one aft segment comprising an arcuate aft body having a plurality of spaced-apart actually-extending aft fingers, each of the aft fingers bounded by a curved first lateral edge interconnected to a straight second lateral edge by a forward edge, wherein the aft segment defines a flow path surface and an opposed back surface, and wherein the aft edges have a shape complementary to a shape of the forward edges.
US10738629B2	Gas turbine guide vane segment and method of manufacturing A gas turbine guide vane segment has a first guide vane part with an aerofoil and a first platform section and a second guide vane part with a second platform section. The first guide vane part and the second guide vane part are separately manufactured parts joined together such that the second platform section defines a leading edge of the gas turbine guide vane segment and such that the first platform section and the second platform section form an aligned common platform surface of the gas turbine guide vane segment. The first platform section includes slots in the first platform section for guiding cooling fluid along a surface of the first platform section for film cooling of the surface, the slots being provided at an upstream bend of the first platform section and the slots are provided on a side of the first platform section facing the working fluid.
US10738628B2	Joint for band features on turbine nozzle and fabrication A ceramic matrix composite (CMC) component including a subcomponent, such as a band flowpath, a load bearing wall and a wall support, each comprised of a ceramic matrix composite (CMC) including reinforcing fibers embedded in a matrix. The CMC component further including at least one mechanical joint joining the subcomponent, the load bearing wall and the wall support to form the CMC component. The reinforcing fibers of the load bearing wall are oriented substantially normal to the reinforcing fibers of the subcomponent and the wall support. Methods are also provided for joining the subcomponent, the load bearing wall and the wall support to form a mechanical joint.
US10738622B2	Components having outer wall recesses for impingement cooling A component configured for impingement cooling includes an inner wall defining a plurality of apertures extending therethrough. Each aperture of the plurality of apertures is configured to emit a cooling fluid therethrough. The component also includes an outer wall that includes an exterior surface, an opposite interior surface, and a thickness defined therebetween. The component further includes a plurality of recesses defined in the outer wall. Each recess of the plurality of recesses extends from a recess first end to an opposite recess second end. The second recess end is defined at the interior surface, and the recess first end is positioned within the outer wall at a depth less than the thickness. Each recess is aligned with a corresponding aperture of the plurality of apertures to receive the cooling fluid therefrom.
US10738620B2	Cooling arrangement for engine components A gas turbine engine includes a first vane of a turbine section, a second vane of the turbine section, an impingement plate that includes a first impingement hole and a second impingement hole, and a pipe that supplies a fluid. The first vane includes a first platform. The second vane includes a second platform and a baffle. A first portion of the fluid traverses the first impingement hole and impinges on a first surface of the first platform. A second portion of the fluid traverses the second impingement hole and impinges on a second surface of the second platform. A third portion of the fluid bypasses the impingement plate and enters the baffle.
US10738618B2	Gas turbine rotor, gas turbine, and gas turbine equipment A ventilation flow path, a cooling air flow path, a mixing space, and a mixed air flow path are formed in a gas turbine rotor. The ventilation flow path guides compressed air farther on an axially upstream side than an air discharge port of a compressor to an interior of a compressor rotor as compressor extracted air. The cooling air flow path guides cooling air to a part farther on an axially downstream side than the air discharge port. The compressor extracted air and the cooling air are mixed in the mixing space. The mixed air flow path guides mixed air containing the compressor extracted air and the cooling air into a turbine rotor.
US10738613B2	Paired air pressure energy power system and power method thereof Disclosed is a paired compress gas energy power system and power method. The paired compress gas energy power system includes: a paired compress gas energy storage device having a high pressure air container and a low pressure air container, the high pressure air container is filled with a high pressure gas, the low pressure air container is filled with a low pressure gas; a paired compress gas energy engine, respectively connected to the low pressure air container and the high pressure air container; and a power device connected to the rotary shaft of the paired compress gas energy engine, the power device is driven by the paired compress gas energy engine. The invention converts the paired compress gas energy into the mechanical torque energy through the paired compress gas energy engine to drive the power device to work, or to drive the generator to generate electric energy.
US10738612B2	Submarine shallow hydrate exploitation device and exploitation method thereof A submarine shallow hydrate exploitation device, including an exploitation unit and a collection unit. The exploitation unit includes: a submarine ship working on a seabed; a drain chamber arranged on the submarine ship, wherein a pressure valve is arranged at a top of the drain chamber, one-way drain holes are formed in a bottom of the drain chamber, and water from massive hydrates is controlled to be discharged out of the drain chamber; a high-speed spiral bit configured to mine and convey sediments; a rotary ring arranged at an inlet end of the drain chamber and configured to connect the drain chamber with the high-speed spiral bit to provide rotation power for the high-speed spiral bit; a steering arm arranged on the submarine ship and configured to realize a rotation of the high-speed spiral bit; a crusher arranged on the submarine ship and configured to crush dried massive hydrates.
US10738611B2	Systems and methods for monitoring extraction height and volume of material extracted for a mining machine Systems and methods for monitoring extraction height and volume of material extracted for a mining machine. The method includes operating the machine using a shearing motion at a plurality of cut locations. The method includes receiving boom height data and power consumption data. The method includes determining a cut start time. The method includes determining whether a relocation has occurred. The method includes, when the relocation has occurred: determining a cut end time. The method includes storing, in a memory, the cut start and end time, and the boom height and power consumption data. The method includes adjusting the operation of the mining machine based on the cut start and end time, and the boom height and power consumption data for at least one of the cut locations.
US10738609B2	Rotary boring mining machine inertial steering system A mining system with an inertial guidance system configured to enable precise excavation of geological material without a need to advance a survey line over a long distance and/or nonlinear excavation path, thereby maximizing productivity of the mind by minimizing a width of un-mined material necessary for support between adjacent excavation paths and minimizing equipment downtime.
US10738608B2	Cutting device and support for same A cutting assembly for a rock excavation machine having a frame includes a boom and a cutting device supported on the boom. The boom includes a first portion and a second portion, the first portion supported for pivotable movement relative to the frame. In some embodiments, the first portion includes a first structure extending along a longitudinal base axis and a second structure moveable relative to the first portion in a direction parallel to the longitudinal base axis, and at least one bearing supports the second portion for movement relative to the first portion. In some embodiments, the second portion is pivotably coupled to the first portion by a universal joint, and a suspension system including a plurality of biasing members may be coupled between the first portion and the second portion.
US10738607B2	Downhole formation testing and sampling apparatus having a deployment linkage assembly A downhole formation testing and sampling apparatus. The apparatus includes a setting assembly and an actuation module that is operable to apply an axial compressive force to the setting assembly shifting the setting assembly from a radially contracted running configuration to a radially expanded deployed configuration. A plurality of probes is coupled to the setting assembly. Each probe has a sealing pad with an outer surface operable to seal a region along a surface of the formation to establish the hydraulic connection therewith when the setting assembly is operated from the running configuration to the deployed configuration. Each sealing pad has at least one opening establishing fluid communication between the formation and the interior of the apparatus. In addition, each sealing pad has at least one recess operable to establish fluid flow from the formation to the at least one opening.
US10738606B2	Downhole real-time filtrate contamination monitoring A method includes identifying linearly behaving data within obtained data associated with fluid obtained from a subterranean formation. Shrinkage factor is determined based on the linearly behaving data. A function relating GOR data of the obtained fluid with the determined shrinkage factor is determined. A first linear relationship between optical density (OD) data of the obtained fluid and the function is determined. A second linear relationship between density data of the obtained fluid and the function is determined. An oil-based mud (OBM) filtrate contamination property of OBM filtrate within the obtained fluid based on the first linear relationship is determined. A native formation property of native formation fluid within the obtained fluid based on the second linear relationship is determined. A volume fraction of OBM filtrate contamination within the obtained fluid based on the OBM filtrate contamination property and the native formation property is estimated.
US10738603B2	Water sampling assembly and method for groundwater production wells and boreholes A water sampling assembly for sampling water within a groundwater production well includes a primary pump and a water sampler. The primary pump is positioned within the groundwater production well. Additionally, the primary pump defines at least a portion of an annulus between the primary pump and one of the support casing and the well screen. The water sampler is configured to obtain a plurality of water samples from the groundwater production well without removal of the water sampler from the groundwater production well. Additionally, the water sampling assembly can further include a flow detection assembly that is conjoined with the water sampler within a single jacket to form a conjoined system. The flow detection assembly is configured to detect a flow, i.e. a dynamic flow and/or an ambient flow, of the water within the groundwater production well.
US10738601B2	Process for developing a subterranean formation by injection of a fluid comprising an additive labelled with a luminescent semiconducting nanocrystal The present invention concerns a process for developing a subterranean formation, in which at least one fluid is injected. In accordance with the invention, the fluid comprises at least one additive, the additive being labelled with at least one luminescent semiconductor nanocrystal (fluorescent or phosphorescent). In this manner, and by optical analysis of the presence of luminescent semiconductor nanocrystal in the fluid recovered from the subterranean formation, the presence and/or quantity of additive in the recovered fluid can be determined. Given that the semiconductor nanocrystal is either phosphorescent or fluorescent, the additive is rendered readily detectable and quantitatively determinable in the fluids recovered from the subterranean formation.
US10738600B2	One run reservoir evaluation and stimulation while drilling A method for drilling a borehole penetrating an earth formation includes: drilling a first section of the borehole; notching a wall of the borehole in one or more selected locations with a selected type of notch using a notcher for defined local weakening of the formation; performing a local induced break-out test and/or local fracturing operation on an annulus section of the first section of the borehole between the drill string and a wall of the borehole using a test tool comprising a packer to provide formation stress-state data. The one or more locations is based on the formation stress-state data. The method further includes deriving stress-state of the formation and a fracturing parameter of the formation using the formation stress-state data and drilling a second section of the borehole using the derived stress-state and the fracturing parameter.
US10738598B2	System and method for transmitting signals downhole A method for operating a drilling system that has a mud pump disposed on an earth surface and a drill string with a bottom hole assembly (BHA) in a borehole. The method involves turning the mud pump ON or OFF according to a pre-determined sequence so that the mud flow in the borehole fluctuates between high and low. The mud pulser in the bottom hole assembly senses the fluctuation in the mud flow and generates a binary signal accordingly. The mud pulser further sends the binary signal to a measurement-while-drilling (MWD) tool in the bottom hole assembly. The binary signal executes one or more firmware in the MWD tool.
US10738596B2	Data transmission in drilling operation environments Apparatus, systems, and methods may operate to transmit a data signal along a transmission line extending lengthwise along a drill string, the transmission line comprising an outer conductive path provided by a tubular wall of a drill pipe that extends along the drill string; and an internal conductive path extending along an interior passage that is bounded by a radially inner cylindrical surface of the drill pipe and along which drilling fluid is conveyed, the inner conductive path being substantially insulated from the outer conductive path. Additional apparatus, systems, and methods are described.
US10738594B2	Application of the time derivative of distributed temperature survey (DTS) in identifying flows in and around a wellbore during and after hydraulic fracture A method for using the time derivative of distributed temperature sensing (DTS) data obtained during hydraulic fracturing to identify fluid activities not as evident in conventional DTS date inside or near the wellbore during the hydraulic fracturing process comprises providing a fiber optic based distributed temperature sensing measurement system through a production region; gathering the temperatures through the production region as a function of the depth in the subsurface well and as a function of the elapsed time; calculating from the gathered data the time derivative of the temperature changes as a function of depth in the subsurface well and of the elapsed time; and displaying the time derivative data for analysis of the fluid activities inside or near the wellbore during the hydraulic fracturing process to identify fluid activities inside or near the wellbore.
US10738585B2	Method and system for processing a fluid produced from a well A method of processing a fluid produced from a well, the produced fluid being a high pressure fluid, the method comprising: reducing the pressure of the fluid to a reduced pressure such that a gas phase and a liquid phase are formed; separating the gas phase from the liquid phase thus forming a gas product and a liquid product; and storing the liquid product in a storage tank at a pressure such that the liquid product remains in a stable liquid phase during storage, wherein the reduced pressure is greater than atmospheric pressure.
US10738583B2	Multi-component solid epoxy proppant binder resins Methods and materials for sand control in water injection sites are disclosed. Proppant particles may be coated with some particles coated with a solid epoxy and other proppant particles coated with a solid epoxy curative (such as amine, hydroxyl, carboxyl, anhydride) that would bind the particles through an epoxy reaction. The invention may be advantageous for forming underground structures useful in the extraction of hydrocarbons.
US10738578B2	Method for improved design of hydraulic fracture height in a subterranean laminated rock formation Embodiments herein relate to a method for hydraulic fracturing a subterranean formation traversed by a wellbore including characterizing the formation using measured properties of the formation, including mechanical properties of geological interfaces, identifying a formation fracture height wherein the identifying comprises calculating a contact of a hydraulic fracture surface with geological interfaces, and fracturing the formation wherein a fluid viscosity or a fluid flow rate or both are selected using the calculating. Embodiments herein also relate to a method for hydraulic fracturing a subterranean formation traversed by a wellbore including measuring the formation comprising mechanical properties of geological interfaces, characterizing the formation using the measurements, calculating a formation fracture height using the formation characterization, calculating an optimum fracture height using the measurements, and comparing the optimum fracture height to the formation fracture height.
US10738577B2	Methods and cables for use in fracturing zones in a well Method and system for multi-stage well treatment wherein an isolating device is tethered with a distributed measurement cable during the treatment of one or more stages. The cable having a cable core including an optical fiber conductor.
US10738575B2	Modular top loading downhole pump with sealable exit valve and valve rod forming aperture A method and apparatus for improving the production efficiency of a well and preventing gas lock. The apparatus is a downhole pump and comprises a barrel, a reciprocating plunger and a body having a plurality of inlet valves. The apparatus does not require outlet valves. The body and inlet valves are positioned above the barrel and plunger, thus eliminating gas lock. Fluids enter the body through the valves and, during upstrokes of the plunger, are forced up the tubing string to the surface equipment. Modularity of the components permits pump components to be changed as the productivity of the well fluctuates and also allows production of more fluids with a smaller casing. The invention prevents gas lock by permitting gasses to escape between a sliding valve and a valve rod connected to the plunger. Additionally, an exit valve sealably engages the valve rod, which forms an aperture. During operation of the pump, the gasses escape through the aperture in the valve rod and rise up the tubing string.
US10738572B2	Apparatus and method for producing oil and gas using buoyancy effect A system for bringing producing oil and gas from a subsea gathering manifold or wellhead, including a loop having an upper end at the surface and a lower end below the surface, the loop rotatable around a closed path, and production vessels attached to the cable loop, each production vessel having a hollow interior, the weight of the plurality of production vessels sufficient, when filled with seawater, to cause the production vessels to sink, the plurality of production vessels each having an inlet pipe. The system also includes a plurality of receivers attached to the production gathering manifold or wellhead that receive production fluid, the receivers engaging production vessels and filling them with well fluid while seawater is discharged from the production vessels, the production fluid having a lower density than ambient seawater so that the production vessels become buoyant when filled with the production fluid.
US10738569B2	Connection between an oil and gas fracturing tree and a zipper module An oil and gas configuration is disclosed that creates and uses a single straight-line fluid path between a zipper module and a fracturing (or Christmas) tree. The single straight-line fluid path is created through connecting a series of valves (e.g., manual or automatic gate or plug valves) that coaxially share inner fluid passageways for transporting hydraulic fracturing fluid between the zipper module and the fracturing tree. The hydraulic fracturing fluid flows along the single straight-line fluid path upon from the zipper module to the fracturing tree. The fracturing tree is equipped with a multi-way block that directs—through one or more internal angled walls—the hydraulic fracturing fluid downward and toward a wellhead.
US10738563B2	Treatment apparatus with flowback feature A coiled adaptive seat is held to a smaller diameter for delivery with a tool that features a locating lug for desired alignment of the seat with an intended groove in the inner wall of a tubular. The release tool retracts a cover from the seat allowing its diameter to increase as it enters a groove. Alternatively the adaptive seat is released near the groove and pushed axially in the string to the groove for fixation. Once in the groove the inside diameter of the string is a support for a blocking object so that sequential treatment of parts of a zone can be accomplished. The blocking object is removed with pressure, dissolving, milling or disintegration leaving a narrow ledge in the tubular bore from the seat that can simply be left in place or milled as well. An E4#10 from Baker Hughes is modified for adaptive seat delivery.
US10738550B2	Treatment of recovered commercial solids for use in oilfield fluids Disclosed are treatments of recovered commercial solids and use of the treated recovered commercial solids in well treatment fluids. Systems and methods are disclosed for chemically treating recovered commercial solids to remove contaminants and then recycling the recovered commercial solids by using them in a treatment fluid.
US10738548B2	Stochastic control method for mud circulation system A stochastic control method includes measuring a fluid property of a drilling fluid circulating within a mud circulation system and identifying a mud circulation model that dictates operation of the mud circulation system. The mud circulation model is based on one or more models of one or more uncertainties encountered during a wellbore drilling operation. The method further includes determining an accuracy of the mud circulation model based on a residue between the measured fluid property of the drilling fluid and a fluid property of the drilling fluid as provided by the mud circulation model, and programming a controller of the mud circulation system based on the mud circulation model to modify operation of the mud circulation system.
US10738547B2	Borehole conditioning tools A borehole tool, having a cylindrical body, the cylindrical body having an upper shank, a lower shank, and a component tool disposed between the upper shank and the lower shank, wherein the tool is configured to have an outer surface airfoil configuration, whereby lift is created as fluid passes along the cylindrical body. The component tool can be a combination stabilizer tool, a reamer tool and a cutting removal tool, wherein the stabilizer tool is configured as a helical stabilizing blade and reamer blade, a flow path disposed between the helices of the stabilizing and reamer blade, the stabilizing and reamer blade further comprising a reamer cutting element disposed where an edge of the stabilizing and reamer blade meets the flow path.
US10738545B2	Pipe handler and pipe loader for a well rig For wellbore operations, a pipe handler moves pipe up to a rig floor. A pipe loader moves pipe from a presented position into alignment with well center. The pipe handler moves pipe up to a slanted presented position. The slanted presented position can be adjusted by manipulating the drive system.
US10738544B1	Compact pipe handling trailer The invention provides a compact pipe handling trailer for a drilling or service rig. The pipe handling trailer includes a deck having a raised frame and an extended horizontal frame. A trough is pivotally housed within the extended horizontal frame, the trough having a first end and a second end. A first piston/cylinder assembly is operably coupled to the first end of the trough; a second piston/cylinder assembly is operably coupled proximal to the second end of the trough. An operating means for the pipe handling trailer is provided within the raised frame of the deck. The pipe handling trailer is transportable and is attached to a trailer on a common axle. A number of retractable downriggers are provided on the deck to position the pipe handling trailer firmly to the ground.
US10738541B2	System and method for threaded riser auxiliary lines A system for coupling a first pipe segment to a second pipe segment includes a pin coupled to the first pipe segment, the pin having a first outer diameter and a second outer diameter, the second outer diameter forming a recess along at least a portion of the pin. The system also includes a box coupled to the second pipe segment, the box having an opening, the opening receiving at least a portion of the pin, wherein at least a portion of a wall of the opening includes threads. The system further includes a rotating threaded collar arranged within the recess, at least a portion of the rotating threaded collar including mating threads configured to engage the threads of the box, wherein the rotating threaded collar is rotatable about the pin.
US10738540B2	Rheological fluid lock of shaft to housing A rheological lock apparatus includes a fluid chamber formed within a housing between a pair of seals. The fluid chamber contains a rheological fluid. An inner surface of the housing has a first plurality of splines projecting into the fluid chamber and extending longitudinally along a longitudinal dimension of the chamber. A driveshaft extends axially through the chamber such that the pair of seals are sealed against the driveshaft. The driveshaft includes a second plurality of splines. A field generator is coupled to one of the driveshaft or the housing to generate a field through the rheological fluid during times when the housing is substantially immobile in a borehole.
US10738537B2	Drill bits with stick-slip resistance A drill bit includes a bit body and one or more cutters positioned on the bit body at select locations. At least one vibrational device is positioned on the bit body to impart vibration to the bit body and thereby mitigate stick-slip.
US10738536B2	Drilling a rock formation with a drill bit assembly-with electrodes A rock formation drill bit assembly with electrodes includes a drill bit including a hollow portion that extends along a longitudinal axis of the drill bit. The hollow portion extends from a first end to a second end opposing the first end. Cutters as positioned on the first end. The cutters are configured to cut the rock formation resulting in a rock core protruding from the rock formation into the hollow portion. The rock core includes a circumferential surface. Multiple electrodes are positioned within an inner circumferential surface of the hollow portion. The multiple electrodes are configured to apply electrical discharge across multiple locations on the circumferential surface of the rock core. The electrical discharge causes the rock core to fracture.
US10738534B2	Device for the nivellation of ladders It is disclosed a nivellation device making it possible to place ladders horizontally on sloping ground. Such a device comprises a foundation (1) onto which there is secured/placed an elevated area (2), said elevated area (2) functioning as a fulcrum/see-sawing point for a plate (3) onto which plate (3) there may be placed or secured a ladder (I), and said plate 3 being equipped with securing devices (4) that may stay the position of the plate (3) in relation to the foundation (1). Additionally it is disclosed a tightening device for a wire that may be used for securing the nivellation device in a correct horizontal orientation and a device for ensuring that the ladder is not displaced in relation to a house wall.
US10738532B2	Vehicle ladder attachment mechanism A system is provided for interconnecting a ladder to a vehicle. The system may include a first portion for interconnecting to an upper portion of a vehicle rear door and a second portion for interconnecting to a lower portion of the vehicle rear door. The system provides a ladder interconnection wherein no penetrations are made into the vehicle.
US10738527B2	Vehicle door opening/closing device A vehicle door opening/closing device includes a front door configured to open and close a front left opening of a vehicle body, a rear sliding door configured to open and close a rear left opening of the vehicle body, a vehicle door opening/closing device main body configured to automatically open and close the rear sliding door, a detection unit configured to detect the presence of the left foot of a user, and a control unit (detection ECU, door lock ECU, sliding door driving ECU). If the front door is in an opened state at the time when the detection unit detects the presence of the left foot, the control unit does not put the rear sliding door into a closed state.
US10738524B2	Vehicle with active door zone A vehicle includes: a frame, a rotatable door; an inhibitor comprising: an arm extending through a selective gate including: upper and lower springs respectively biasing upper and lower rollers against the arm; upper and lower stoppers configured to, upon activation, compress the upper and lower rollers against the arm, thus stopping rotation of the door; sensors, processor(s) configured to: activate and deactivate the stoppers based on sensed events.
US10738515B2	Animal crate with swing or drop door assembly A door assembly includes a frame having interconnected wires that define an opening for an animal to pass therethrough, and a door having interconnected wires and being coupled to the frame. A latch assembly has a handle structure and a pin. The handle structure is pivotable with respect to one of the door and the frame, and the pin is movable axially with respect to one of the door and the frame. A first wire of the plurality of wires of the frame forms a key hole assembly. The key hole assembly defines an aperture for receiving the pin when the door is in a latched position with respect to the frame. A tab assembly is formed by at least one wire of the door and is disposable behind at least one of the plurality of wires of the frame in the closed position.
US10738514B2	Anti-friction latchbolt A latchbolt assembly includes a solid latchbolt having at least a first surface, a second surface and a third surface and an anti-friction bolt pivotally coupled to the solid latchbolt. The anti-friction bolt includes a cross member disposed adjacent the first surface of the solid latchbolt and a pair of plates depending from the cross member to form a U-shaped cross section. The plates are disposed adjacent the second and third surfaces of the solid latchbolt.
US10738512B2	Actuator for a vehicle compartment A vehicle includes a compartment mounted to a frame of the vehicle. The compartment includes a box coupled to a vehicle in a fixed position relative to the vehicle and a latch system coupled to the glove to allow a user access to the box. The latch system includes a continuous loop of material including at least a portion that is made from shape-memory alloy wire.
US10738509B2	Latching system for a motor vehicle with actuator A latching system for a motor vehicle is formed of compact construction, that can manage with a small number of components and, enable bolting and/or opening the motor vehicle conveniently and quickly. The motor vehicle latching system is provided with an actuator and a drive for driving the actuator with a first acceleration and a second acceleration, whereby the actuator adjusts the latching system dependent on acceleration. If the drive accelerates the actuator sufficiently slow, the actuator moves the latching system into a first position. If the drive accelerates the actuator sufficiently quick, the actuator moves the latching system into a second position different from the first position. It is therefore adjusted by the drive dependent on the acceleration. Adjustment takes place quickly and especially conveniently without requiring an excessively large number of components. In particular, bolting and/or opening occurs in a motorized manner.
US10738508B2	Anti-theft device for portable electronic device An anti-theft device for protecting a portable electronic device from theft or unauthorized removal in a retail environment is provided. A shroud may at least partially enclose a portable electronic device. A dock may releasably engage the shroud such that the shroud and portable electronic device are locked to the dock when engaged with the dock. A key may engage activate a lock mechanism to release the shroud and the portable electronic device from the dock.
US10738500B2	Platform for a cemetery lowering device A platform for a cemetery lowering device comprising a one-piece base having a tapered edge and a non-skid surface, wherein the one-piece base comprises an opening for a casket to be lowered through the base, a frame and skin, and one or more receptacles for adjustable-height footings. The frame and skin may be formed of a single piece of polymer, fiberglass, or metal. The non-skid surface may comprise grooves. The base may comprise a guide for positioning the cemetery lowering device on the base. The guide is an impression in a surface of the base. The base may comprise a first flange around a perimeter of the opening extending vertically from a top surface of the base. Each one of the receptacles is threaded such that height adjustments of the one of the adjustable-height footings can be performed by rotating the one of the adjustable-height footings.
US10738499B2	Concrete towers manufacturing method for wind turbines and concrete tower for wind turbine The present invention relates to a manufacturing process in situ of concrete towers for wind turbines which enables executing a design of concrete tower manufactured in situ by means of climbing formwork, which reduces the execution time of the concrete tower, where the invention also relates to the associated concrete tower for wind turbine.
US10738497B1	Nested wind tower assembly A method assembles a wind turbine in a non-vertical orientation. The turbine has a nested wind tower with a plurality of tower sections, including a first inner tower section radially inward of an outer tower section. Each of the tower sections has a wall with an inner surface and an outer surface. The first inner tower section has a connection interface at or near its bottom end, and the outer tower section has a counterpart connection interface at or near its top end. The tower has a friction reduction member configured to reduce friction between the first inner tower section and the outer tower section as the first inner tower section is extracted in a non-vertical orientation. The first inner tower section is extracted in a telescoping manner until the connection interface contacts the counterpart connection interface. The method also secures the connection interface and the counterpart connection interface together.
US10738492B1	Aquatic sports amusement apparatus An aquatic sports amusement apparatus includes a plurality of wave generating chambers that release water into a pool. A plenum is pneumatically connected to each chamber and a plurality of fans is connected to the plenum to pressurize the plenum. A plurality of sensors is also connected to the plenum and measure the pressure of the plenum. And a plurality of vents is connected to the plenum and release pressure from the plenum upon actuation. A controller connected to the vents and sensors, performs the following steps: (a) measure the pressure from a sensor in the plurality of sensors; and (b) if the measured pressure is greater than a preset set point pressure, then actuating a vent from the plurality of vents to release pressure.
US10738489B2	Binding machine A reinforcing bar binding machine includes a first movable gripping member that is displaced in a direction to come in contact with and separate from one side of a fixed gripping member. A second movable gripping member is displaced in a direction to come in contact with and separate from the other side of the fixed gripping member; and a bending portion brings the first movable gripping member and the second movable gripping member into and out of contact with the fixed gripping member. The fixed gripping member includes a shaft that rotatably supports the first movable gripping member and the second movable gripping member. In addition, the bending portion includes an opening and closing pin that pushes an opening and closing guide hole provided in the first movable gripping member and an opening and closing guide hole provided in the second movable gripping member.
US10738488B2	Lift truck operated stacking formwork table system and a method of operation thereof A formwork support system and a method for erecting a formwork support system are disclosed. The formwork system comprises at least one stackable truss frame, wherein the at least one stackable truss frame comprises a lifting means engagement adapted for allowing the at least one stackable truss frame to be lifted by a lifting means in use.
US10738483B1	Framing device for a glass floor A framing device for a floor structure utilizing a glass floor unit having a durable glass portion and a fire-rated glass portion. A support is positioned to exert a force on the glass floor unit. A shield protects the surfaces of the glass floor unit and forms a pocket for the support.
US10738481B2	Floor panel and floor covering consisting of a plurality of such floor panels The invention relates to a floor panel, in particular a laminated floor panel. The invention also relates to a floor covering consisting of a plurality of mutually coupled floor panels according to the invention. The invention further relates to a method for mutually coupling two floor panels, in particular laminated floor panels, according to the invention.
US10738479B2	Floor panel and floor covering consisting of a plurality of such floor panels The invention relates to a floor panel, in particular a laminated floor panel. The invention also relates to a floor covering consisting of a plurality of mutually coupled floor panels according to the invention. The invention further relates to a method for mutually coupling two floor panels, in particular laminated floor panels, according to the invention.
US10738477B2	Panel with a Hook-Form Locking System A panel comprising a panel top side and a panel underside and comprising at least four panel margins which are situated opposite one another in pairwise fashion, having complementary holding profiles which are provided in pairwise fashion on the panel margins and which fit together such that identical panels are fastenable to one another, wherein at least one of the holding profile pairs is equipped with hook profiles, specifically with a receiving hook on one panel margin and with an arresting hook on the opposite panel margin.
US10738476B2	Support structure for installing thin bricks A support structure for installing planar rows of thin bricks on a wall may include a panel that may be mounted to a front surface of the wall, a plurality of tabs that may extend from a front surface of the panel and may be arranged in a plurality of horizontal rows of spaced-apart tabs, and a plurality of elongated support members, where each of the plurality of elongated support members may be removably attached to a corresponding horizontal row of spaced-apart tabs. Each of the plurality of elongated support members may include an upper support edge and a lower support edge, where the upper support edge may be configured to support lower surfaces of thin bricks that are placed immediately above each elongated support member and the lower support edge may be placed above and in contact with upper surfaces of thin bricks that are placed immediately below each elongated support member.
US10738475B2	Wall panel with rain screen A wall panel for installation on a supporting wall includes a facing surface that includes a plurality of separate and spaced apart design elements. The design elements define a channel therebetween. The panel also includes a backing surface having at least one rib opposite the channel. The rib extends transversely across the backing surface, such as a parallel to one of the upper or lower edges of the panel or at an angle between 0 and 90 relative to one of the upper or lower edges of panel. Fasteners are engagable through the channel and the rib for securing the wall panel to the supporting wall. Upon installation of the wall panel on the supporting wall, one or more air gaps are defined by the rib and the backing surface opposite the design elements. The rib provides additional material opposite the channel to prevent the panel from breaking during installation.
US10738472B1	Insert for gutter and downspout An insert for a rain gutter includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is configured to be positioned in the rain gutter and includes a plurality of apertures to allow water to flow from the rain gutter into an interior of the first portion when the first insert is positioned in the rain gutter. The second portion extends downward from the first portion and is positioned in an opening of the rain gutter connected to the downspout. The second portion includes a plurality of extensions separated by one or more slots. The second portion also includes a flange configured to be positioned above the opening of the rain gutter and an interior in fluid communication with the interior of the first portion. The interior of the second portion is configured to allow the water to flow through it and into the downspout.
US10738471B2	Apparatus to position reinforcing bars and prevent injury Disclosed is an apparatus to reduce the amount of time required to assemble an array of construction reinforcing bars wherein a consistent gap is present between the reinforcing bars and the height of the exposed end of the reinforcing bars is substantially identical while simultaneously covering the exposed ends of the reinforcing bars to prevent injuries to nearby individuals that may come into contact with the exposed ends of the reinforcing bars.
US10738470B2	Foam backed panel anchored to a frame A foam backed panel comprised of a cladding with polyurethane foam is anchored to a frame by an anchor embedded in the foam and straps attaching the anchor to frame members. The anchored frame enables 100% continuous insulation since it eliminates nails and other fasteners that cause thermal bridges. Anchors also increase a panel's uplift resistance and may be used to attach roof panels to trusses. This all results in a stronger, better insulated structure.
US10738469B2	Integral tile/foam building block and method for making same An integral dual module geopolymer building block includes an inner foam module for insulation and an outer dense tile surface on an outer side of the inner foam module for weather protection. The outer porous module comprises a geopolymer paste including sodium silicate and sodium hydroxide flakes dissolved in the sodium silicate to form an activated solution and adding calcined kaolin clay to the activated solution to form a geopolymer paste. A first relatively dense tile layer has a thickness of about 0.5 cm to 1.5 cm. A second geopolymer layer made from a second mass of paste mixed with hydrogen peroxide forms a geopolymer foam having a thickness of between 5 cm and 15 cm.
US10738468B2	False ceiling comprising means for wedging panel(s) and method for creating such a false ceiling A false ceiling comprising a bearing structure comprising at least two coplanar and mutually parallel opposite profile members fixed to a ceiling, the profile members between them defining an access opening providing access to the ceiling, each profile member comprising a shoulder defining a horizontal bearing surface facing towards the ceiling, at least one panel positioned between the profile members, the panel being dimensioned to rest on the bearing surface of the profile members, the false ceiling further comprising removable and attached wedging means for transversely wedging the panel between two opposite profile members, the wedging means being arranged on either side of the panel.
US10738466B1	Demountable wall system A demountable wall system. The system includes a plurality of framing members including a horizontal lower framing member having upper and lower slots, a horizontal upper framing member having upper and lower slots, and vertical framing members having opposed side slots. At least one vertical rectangular panel has a lower edge inserted into the upper slot of the lower member, an upper edge inserted into the lower slot of the upper member, and side edges inserted into facing slots of the side members. A mounting member has opposed sides, an upper edge and a lower edge, the upper edge being fitted into the lower slot of the lower member. Finally, a panel trim assembly comprising a panel trim may be installed onto each edge of the vertical rectangular panel.
US10738459B2	Vault for active shooters and tornadoes The present disclosure relates to a protective enclosure to secure occupants against external threats, such as ballistic projectiles, blasts, or natural phenomena.
US10738458B2	Extendable arm structure An extendable arm structure includes: an upper extendable arm and a lower extendable arm which extend parallel in a same direction; and a vertical coupling member that couples the upper and lower extendable arms. Each of the extendable arms includes a plurality of X-shaped cross units each formed by pivotally coupling two rigid members via a middle coupling shaft, and two end coupling shafts that pivotally couple ends of adjacent ones of the cross units. The extendable arm structure further includes: a planar member that closes, in a planar fashion, a space between the rigid member of the upper extendable arm and the rigid member of the lower extendable arm which extends parallel to the rigid member of the upper extendable arm in a same direction.
US10738457B1	Screen support assembly with wide lateral support efficiency A support assembly for providing a high degree of lateral strength and integrity is presented herein. The support assembly includes a beam support bracket having a body and at least one elongated support member that is slidingly engaged with a corresponding lateral beam. The elongated support member of the beam support bracket is defined by spaced apart first and second support plates each including oppositely disposed edges which will mate with corresponding ledges, protrusions or reinforced corners within the lateral beam and bracket body.
US10738455B2	Method and apparatus for fluid retention or detention In a system and method for retaining or detaining a fluid beneath a ground surface, a plurality of modules, each having at least one vertically disposed side portion supporting a horizontally disposed roof are provided. The plurality of modules, each being in fluid communication, either directly or indirectly, with each of the other modules, are arranged in an assembly having a plurality of rows and columns. Each of the rows and columns contain at least one flow obstructer such that fluid flow through each of the rows and columns is circuitous.
US10738454B2	Wall-hung toilet A wall-hung toilet including a bowl, a water inlet chamber receiving water, a rim channel, a shroud surrounding at least a portion of the bowl, a rear mount, and a pocket. The rim channel is provided above the bowl and is fluidly connected to the water inlet chamber to receive the water. The rim channel includes an opening that introduces water into a rear portion of the bowl at an angle relative to vertical. The rear mount includes a mounting hole that is configured to connect the toilet to a wall via a fastener engaging the wall and the mounting hole. The pocket is formed in a side of the toilet and extends through the shroud to provide access to an interior side of the mounting hole from the side of the toilet, such that the fastener can be accessed through the pocket from the side of the toilet.
US10738453B2	Toilet device According to an aspect of the present invention, a toilet device includes: a washing unit washing a surface of a bowl in a toilet bowl; a water supplying unit supplying washing water to the washing unit; a silicic acid polymerization inhibiting unit adding inhibitor for silicic acid polymerization to the washing water left on the surface of the bowl after the washing of the bowl, the inhibitor inhibiting polymerization of silicic acid component in the washing water left on the surface of the bowl; and a control portion executing a control starting an operation of the silicic acid polymerization inhibiting unit before the surface of the bowl is evaporated.
US10738450B2	Toilet rim block and rim block cage A toilet rim block which consists of an outer cover and a core, and to a rim block cage including the toilet rim block. The outer cover includes a first composition and the core includes a second composition. Preferably, the first and the second compositions differ from each other by at least one of the following features: different active substances, different concentration but same active substance, and different viscosity. The outer cover partly encloses the core and the core protrudes on at least one face of the toilet rim block right to the surface as a pole and is exposed. The core is shaped such that the surface of the exposed area changes upon even wear of the surface of the toilet rim block, the surface of the exposed area of the core increasing upon even wear of the surface of the toilet rim block.
US10738447B2	Waste fitting The invention relates to a waste fitting including a waste pan means into which waste can flow, at least one part of the waste pan means allowing visual inspection therethrough. During installation, an opening of the waste outlet can be located by visual inspection through the or each at least one part of the waste pan means, enabling a suitable position to be determined for forming and or positioning of at least one aperture in the waste pan means. The at least on aperture is formed such that, in use, waste that flows into the waste pan means can exit through the or each at least one aperture towards the opening in the waste outlet. The invention also relates to a method of installing a waste fitting.
US10738446B1	Drain disinfecting device and method of installing the same A drain disinfecting device for disinfecting the internal surface of a drain pipe wall that is provided with a hole or aperture includes a UV LED module provided with a transparent lens through which UV-C light can be transmitted. The module is attached to the drain pipe to register the transparent lens with the hole in the drain pipe to transmit UV light through the transparent lens into the interior of the drain pipe to irradiate the drain pipe inner surface with UV light. A watertight seal is provided between the drain pipe and the module. A controller is provided for selectively energizing the module. A method of converting an existing drain pipe to disinfect the interior surface includes forming a hole or aperture in the wall of the drain pipe and registering the drain disinfecting device with the hole or aperture in the drain pipe.
US10738442B2	Automatic tuning of valve for remote controlled demolition robot A remote controlled demolition robot (10) comprising a controller (17) and at least one control switch (24, 25, 26) for providing a control signal that is received by the controller (17), wherein the controller (17) is configured to control the operation of a corresponding robot part (10a, 11, 14, 15). The controller (17) is further configured to: receive a pressure sensor reading from a pressure sensor (13b) for a proportional hydraulic valve (13a), said pressure sensor reading indicating a standby pressure; provide the control signal to the valve (13a); and increase a signal level of the control signal provided to the valve (13a) until a change in the pressure is detected; determine a starting offset for the valve (13a), said starting offset corresponding to the current signal level of the control signal.
US10738440B2	Pipe laying apparatus The present invention relates to an apparatus for laying a pipe in a trench, the apparatus comprising a placement assembly (2) for placing the pipe in the trench; a compactor mechanism (3) for compacting of the aggregate about the pipe.
US10738439B2	Open loop electrohydraulic bucket position control method and system An open loop electrohydraulic bucket position control system for a work vehicle having a positionable bucket coupled to a movable boom. The bucket control system maintains a position of the bucket with respect to a frame of the vehicle as the movable boom is raised or lowered. A bucket command, determined by an operator of the vehicle, is modified based on a pre-determined relationship of the work vehicle's hardware and known and constant properties of a linkage design of the work machine. The control system includes a processor and one or more look-up tables that include data identifying implement velocities with respect to boom commands and implement velocities with respect to bucket commands. Bucket commands are modified based on a relationship between the commanded velocity of the boom and a level orientation of the bucket during the commanded heights of the boom. Modified bucket commands and boom commands adjust the position of a bucket hydraulic cylinder and a boom hydraulic cylinder.
US10738437B1	Tank wall A tank wall comprises a concrete body, a plurality of reinforcement elements disposed in the concrete body, and a plurality of attachment elements disposed in the concrete body. The concrete body has a top surface, a bottom surface opposite the top surface in a vertical direction, a flat surface extending in the vertical direction between the top surface and the bottom surface, and a tapered surface disposed opposite the flat surface. The flat surface extends perpendicular to the bottom surface and a portion of the tapered surface extends at an acute angle with respect to the bottom surface. The reinforcement elements include a plurality of reinforcement strands and a plurality of monostrand anchors between which the reinforcement strands are attached. The attachment elements include a plurality of U-shaped bars extending through the top surface of the concrete body.
US10738436B1	Tubular foundation for onshore wind turbine generators Embodiments of the present foundation for wind turbine generators comprise four structural members: a relatively long central hollow pier, several arm grade beams, a continued grade beam and a continued shear key. The central hollow pier positions in the center of the foundation system, arm grade beams are arranged evenly in radial direction and extend from the pier to the continued grade beam. Continued grade beam is arranged circumferentially in outer periphery and the continued shear key is built below it. Arm grade beams have a varied section with the far end embedding into ground. The top of the continued grade beam matches the top of arm grade beams, while the continued shear key embeds deeper into ground. All structural members are constructed of cast-in-place concrete reinforced with rebars, and all connections are fixed and rigid. The present foundation uses the ground to shape and form the structural members, no formwork, backfilling and compaction is needed.
US10738434B1	Vibratory compactor A vibratory compactor is provided. The vibratory compactor may include a compactor plate, a frame coupled to the compactor plate, wherein the frame may include an inner space and a housing. The frame may include a plurality of mounting brackets coupled between a first side member and a second side member of the frame. The vibratory compactor may include a vibration generation device coupled to the compactor plate within the inner space of the frame. The vibratory compactor may include a plurality of isolators, each isolator coupled to one mounting bracket of the plurality of mounting brackets. The housing may be coupled to the plurality of isolators, wherein the housing may include couplers removably coupled to a top surface of the housing. The couplers may be configured for coupling the vibratory compactor to an excavator type vehicle.
US10738430B2	Offshore foundation structure with gangway and improved boat landing An offshore foundation structure includes a jacket portion having a plurality of struts interconnected in a framework-like manner, and a receiving means for a tower shaft of a wind power installation. The platform is arranged at least partially in the interior of the jacket portion. The offshore foundation structure also has a gangway and a lift.
US10738429B2	Asymmetric debris flow drainage trough and design method and application thereof An asymmetric debris-flow discharge channel is provided. The debris-flow discharge channel has a main drainage channel for discharging a debris flow and an auxiliary channel provided outside of the main drainage channel. The side walls of the auxiliary channel are integrated with the side walls of the main drainage channel or provided outside of the side walls of the main drainage channel. The debris-flow discharge channel also has a break section integrated into a side wall of the auxiliary channel. The top width of the break section is equal to the top width of the auxiliary channel A method for designing and building the asymmetric debris-flow discharge channel is also provided, which provides a lower initial cost, higher safety performance, and a lower maintenance cost at the operating stage.
US10738423B1	Platform and the hanging thereof from a bridge main cable A platform disposed below at least one bridge main cable and method of erection thereof. The platform comprises a plurality of elongate decking support beams extending cross-wise of and disposed below the main cable and decking applied thereto. In accordance with one embodiment, a plurality of slings are spaced longitudinally of the main cable, and each extends around the main cable and is attached at its ends to a respective one of the support beams. A guy is attached to at least one of the slings for restraining the sling from slippage along the length of the main cable. In accordance with another embodiment, a plurality of main cable clamps are grippingly attached to the main cable and are spaced longitudinally of the main cable. At least one pair of elongate members sre each attached at one end to a respective one of the main cable clamps and at an other end to the respective support beam.
US10738422B2	Cable anchorage with seal element, prestressing system comprising such anchorage and method for installing and tensioning a sheathed elongated element The present invention concerns a cable anchorage comprising at least one axial channel for accommodating an elongated element with a sheathed portion and an unsheathed end portion, wherein the channel between a first channel end, proximal to a running part of the elongated element, and a second channel end equipped with immobilising device, a seal element in the channel, a stop element having an end facing said seal element which defines a shoulder, so that an axial displacement of the of the elongated element with respect to the stop element in said channel is possible up to the abutment of the end of the sheathed portion against the shoulder, creating thereby an abutment position of the elongated element in said channel.
US10738419B2	Process of printing polyester Disclosed is a process for printing on polyester fabric comprising (1) contacting polyester fabric with an aqueous solution comprising (A) 5% to 35% by weight of at least one multivalent cationic salt; (B) 0.1% to 5% by weight of a blocked polyisocyanate crosslinking agent, and (C) 3% to 40% by weight of a waterborne resin, all percentages based on the weight of the aqueous solution; (2) drying the polyester fabric to remove the water from the polyester fabric; and (3) digitally printing the pretreated and coated polyester fabric with a water-based textile ink.
US10738418B2	Methods for modification of aramid fibers Methods are described for treatment of aramid fibers to modify the surface of the fibers. The treated fibers have improved adhesion to elastomer materials as compared to untreated fibers. Modification methods include irradiating the fibers, compressing and straining the fibers under a constant pull force and immersing the fibers in a coupling agent fluid. The treated fibers can be used with elastomers and provide reinforcement elements in products such as tires.
US10738416B2	Device for sorting of laundry items, preferably laundry items for cleaning The automatic sorting of laundry items requires a knowledge of all sorting criteria. One strives to read these out from data storage media attached to the laundry items. The problem is when laundry items lack data storage media, or they are not readable because they have been damaged, for example. The invention calls for deriving sorting criteria which cannot be otherwise obtained from at least one imaging recording of an imaging device, such as a 3D-camera. Such sorting criteria, which cannot be derived from the picture or recording of the 3D-camera, are derived from supplemental information which can be obtained in different ways. Thus, it is also possible to sort laundry items without data storage medium or with damaged data storage media in a fully automatic or at least largely automatic manner.
US10738414B2	Clothes treatment apparatus and control method thereof A clothes treatment apparatus and a control method thereof are disclosed. The clothes treatment apparatus includes a fixed nozzle device and a moving nozzle device to supply at least one of steam and heated air to clothes. As a result, the clothes may be washed effectively or refreshed.
US10738413B2	Garment dryers and components for use within garment dryers A glove dryer may include a vehicle mounting arrangement (e.g., a cup holder insert or a docking station) such that the glove dryer may be maintained in an upright orientation while the vehicle is accelerating, turning, traveling over bumps, decelerating, etc. A glove dryer may include an automatic controller.
US10738410B2	Rotating component of a laundry appliance with a helical seam A laundry appliance defines a vertical direction, a lateral direction and a transverse direction that are mutually perpendicular to one another. The laundry appliance includes a cabinet defining an opening. A clothes vessel is rotatably mounted within the cabinet. The clothes vessel comprises a base and a hoop with a helical seam extending around the hoop. The clothes vessel is configured for receiving laundry articles to be rotated therein via the opening of the cabinet.
US10738405B2	Washing machine A washing machine including a module housing that can accommodate a communication module is provided, which includes a front panel on which an inlet port for putting laundry there through is formed, and a control panel arranged on an upper portion of the front panel, wherein the control panel includes a first opening provided thereon to arrange an operation portion for operating the washing machine therein, a circuit board mounted thereon to receive a signal that is input from the operation portion, and a module housing mounted thereon and having an accommodation space for accommodating at least a part of a communication module for the washing machine to communicate with an external device.
US10738404B2	Washing machine and method for controlling the same A washing machine and a method for controlling a washing machine are provided. The method may include sensing an amount of laundry in an inner tub, configuring an operation setting based on the amount of the laundry sensed, supplying water into the inner tub and obtaining a preliminary water supply time taken for a water level within an outer tub to reach a predetermined preliminary water supply level, spraying the water from the outer tub into the inner tub through a circulation nozzle by driving a pump and obtaining a change of water level within the outer tub as the water is sprayed through the circulation nozzle, adjusting the operation setting based on the preliminary water supply time obtained and the change of water level obtained, and performing a washing operation based on the adjusted operation setting.
US10738403B2	Method for monitoring water consumption of washing machine, washing machine, and washing machine system A method for monitoring water consumption of a washing machine, comprising: the washing machine executing a clothes washing procedure and receiving a water level setting instruction; the washing machine executing the clothes washing procedure and acquiring opening time t of a water intake valve from start to end; the washing machine calculating the water intake flow of the water intake valve Q=Q0+ΔQ, and calculating the water consumption W=Qt; wherein with a normal water pressure and no load, when the water intake of the washing machine reaches the level, the theoretical flow value is Q0, the theoretical water intake time is t0, ΔQ is a flow correction value, ΔQ is calculated from a time difference (t−t0) and a correction coefficient k, and the correction coefficient k is a preset fixed value.
US10738394B2	Molecular beam epitaxy under vector strong magnetic field and in-situ characterization apparatus thereof The present invention discloses a molecular beam epitaxy under vector strong magnetic field and an in-situ characterization apparatus thereof. The apparatus mainly consists of an inverted T-shaped ultrahigh vacuum growth and characterization chamber with a compact structure and a strong magnet. The inverted T-shaped vacuum chamber portion, which disposed in the room-temperature chamber of the strong magnet, includes a compact epitaxial growth sample stage, a device capable of rotating angle between the growth and magnetic field directions, and an in-situ characterization apparatus. The portion disposed below the strong magnet includes a molecular beam source component such as evaporation source, plasma source etc., and a vacuum-pumping system. The present invention surmounts effectively the technical problems between the small volume of the strong magnetic field chamber and numerous components of the growth and test system, and realizes the molecular beam epitaxial growth and in-situ characterization under the strong magnetic field.
US10738392B2	Method for determining and regulating a diameter of a single crystal during pulling of the single crystal The diameter (dK) of a cylindrical section and of an end cone of a single crystal being pulled from a melt in a crucible, is determined by measuring the diameter (dK) of the single crystal at an interface with the melt while taking into account a lowering rate (vs) of a surface of the melt relative to the crucible, a lifting rate (vK) with which the crystal is raised relative to the crucible, and a conservation of mass, wherein a diameter of a cylindrical section of the single crystal, determined by means of observing a bright ring on the surface of the melt, and is used for a correction, a plausibility check or a comparison of the diameter (dK) of the single crystal.
US10738391B2	Two-chamber electrodialysis cell with anion and cation exchange membrane for use as an anode in alkaline zinc electrolytes and zinc alloy electrolytes for the purpose of deposition of metal in electroplating systems The invention relates to an anode for use in electroplating applications for highly alkaline electroplating electrolytes based on sodium hydroxide for depositing zinc and zinc alloys onto steel substrates and die-cast zinc substrates.
US10738390B2	Substrate holder and plating apparatus using the same A substrate holder is provided. The substrate holder comprises a first holding member having a support surface supporting a substrate; and a second holding member sandwiching and holding the substrate together with the first holding member. The first holding member comprises a first contact point located along a periphery of the support surface. The second holding member comprises a second contact point configured to contact with the substrate placed on the support surface. The first contact point has a flat plate shape. The second contact point comprises a first end portion contacting with the substrate; and a second end portion contacting with the first contact point. The second end portion is configured to elastically contact with the first contact point when the substrate is held between the first holding member and the second holding member.
US10738387B2	Electrochemical cell containing a graphene coated electrode An electrochemical cell 10 is provided that includes first and second electrodes 13, 15, an electrolyte medium 17 in electrolytic communication with the first and second electrodes 13, 15, a chemical substance capable of undergoing an electrochemical reaction, and a voltage source 19 in electrolytic communication with the first and second electrodes 13, 15. The first electrode 13 includes a layer of an active catalyst material 25, and graphene coating 27 at least partially covering the layer of the active catalyst material 25. Methods for making and using the graphene coated electrode are further provided.
US10738385B2	Method and system for controlling powered anode drive level A system and methods of controlling a powered anode are disclosed. The method includes varying an electrical power input driving the powered anode through a range of values of a first electrical parameter, the range defined by an upper range limit and a lower range limit and measuring a current value of a second electrical parameter of the electrical power input during the varying. The method also includes determining a slope between the measured current values of the first and corresponding second electrical parameters and measured previous values of the first and second electrical parameters and comparing the determined slope to a predetermined slope threshold range and applying the current value of a first electrical parameter to the electrical power input when a discontinuity in the slope is determined.
US10738384B2	Surface-treated steel sheet for fuel tanks A surface-treated steel sheet for fuel tanks, including a Zn—Ni alloy plating layer on one surface or both surfaces of a steel sheet; and a trivalent chromate covering layer or a chromate-free covering layer on the Zn—Ni alloy plating layer, wherein, in a surface outermost layer of the trivalent chromate covering layer or the chromate-free covering layer, concavities, of which a depth from an arithmetic average height of a cross-sectional curve of the surface outermost layer is more than or equal to 0.1 μm, exist in a proportion of 50 to 1000 concavities/mm2 and at an area ratio of 20 to 80% to a surface area of the steel sheet.

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